President Catherine Connolly President of Ireland Challenges 'Business as Usual' at DCU Climate Conference. Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/4tx4jDP #DCUClimate2026

Irish primary student teachers will now be certified in ethical education via a new framework. Dr Anne Marie Kavanagh of DCU Institute of Education says it ensures “fairness” and “parity” for schools. Read more in The Irish Times: launch.dcu.ie/4d0TS4Y

A short history of the Irish farmers' protest of 1939. Piece by Dr Michael Loughman, Research Fellow at the DCU School of History and Geography, for RTÉ Brainstorm. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/4tpqGLj

'Bad parenting' trope is back in the frame for autism. In an opinion piece co-authored for the Irish Examiner, Dr Neil Kenny of DCU Institute of Education, challenges the resurgence of the ‘bad parenting’ narrative. Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/3QPSmeR

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In her fifties, mature student Oonagh Grogan overcame several serious health challenges to fulfil her lifetime ambition of becoming a nurse. “My entire focus was, I’m going to college. I want to learn. I'm going to be a nurse.” Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/4uCUGo4

Last night, DCU Library was delighted to celebrate the launch of The Policeman’s Helmet Soup Journal, a new undergraduate open access journal developed in collaboration with the School of English. Read more about it here: bit.ly/4nB2Vih @dublincityuni.bsky.social

€30m for early education could add 3,000 childcare places, said an alliance Wednesday. Dr Gráinne McKenna of DCU Institute of Education noted public funding doubled in seven years. Read more in The Irish Times: https://launch.dcu.ie/4u4vWoY

'Bad parenting' trope is back in the frame for autism. In an opinion piece co-authored for the Irish Examiner, Dr Neil Kenny of DCU Institute of Education, challenges the resurgence of the ‘bad parenting’ narrative. Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/3QPSmeR

A short history of the Irish farmers' protest of 1939. Piece by Dr Michael Loughman, Research Fellow at the DCU School of History and Geography, for RTÉ Brainstorm. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/4tpqGLj

Irish primary student teachers will now be certified in ethical education via a new framework. Dr Anne Marie Kavanagh of DCU Institute of Education says it ensures “fairness” and “parity” for schools. Read more in The Irish Times: launch.dcu.ie/4d0TS4Y

€30m for early education could add 3,000 childcare places, said an alliance Wednesday. Dr Gráinne McKenna of DCU Institute of Education noted public funding doubled in seven years. Read more in The Irish Times: https://launch.dcu.ie/4u4vWoY

Ellen Murphy’s passion for Irish food helped her to pivot to a DCU postgrad and a dynamic new career. “It lets you roll your sleeves up and gets you really ready for the industry.” Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/4n1gUxh

DCU Graduate Studies Office is hosting their annual 'Research on Walls' Competition on Tues, May 12th, at 2pm on Glasnevin Campus. ‘Research on Walls' is a visual showcase of research undertaken by our postgraduate research student community in DCU. Register for the event: launch.dcu.ie/4eRiY9l

Can poetry help us navigate the climate crisis? Dr Ellen Howley, Assistant Professor of English at DCU, recommends Jessica Traynor's 'Walrus' as the climate poem that has spoken to her most powerfully. Read the full The Conversation UK piece: https://launch.dcu.ie/4u3O6qV

DCU Graduate Studies Office is hosting their annual 'Research on Walls' Competition on Tues, May 12th, at 2pm on Glasnevin Campus. ‘Research on Walls' is a visual showcase of research undertaken by our postgraduate research student community in DCU. Register for the event: launch.dcu.ie/4eRiY9l

Ellen Murphy’s passion for Irish food helped her to pivot to a DCU postgrad and a dynamic new career. “It lets you roll your sleeves up and gets you really ready for the industry.” Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/4n1gUxh

Can poetry help us navigate the climate crisis? Dr Ellen Howley, Assistant Professor of English at DCU, recommends Jessica Traynor's 'Walrus' as the climate poem that has spoken to her most powerfully. Read the full The Conversation UK piece: https://launch.dcu.ie/4u3O6qV

@dcugradstudies.bsky.social is hosting their annual 'Research on Walls' Competition on Tues, May 12th, at 2pm on Glasnevin Campus. ‘Research on Walls' is a visual showcase of research undertaken by our postgraduate research student community in DCU. Register for the event: launch.dcu.ie/4eRiY9l

€30m for early education could add 3,000 childcare places, said an alliance Wednesday. Dr Gráinne McKenna of @dcuioe.bsky.social said significant progress had been made in the sector over the past seven years with a doubling of public funding. Read more in @irishtimes.com: launch.dcu.ie/4u4vWoY

Irish primary student teachers will now be certified in ethical education via a new framework. Dr Anne Marie Kavanagh @amkavanagh.bsky.social of @dcuioe.bsky.social says it ensures “fairness” and “parity” for schools. Read more in @irishtimes.com: launch.dcu.ie/4d0TS4Y

A short history of the Irish farmers' protest of 1939. Piece by Dr Michael Loughman, Research Fellow at the DCU School of History and Geography, for @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/4tpqGLj

'Bad parenting' trope is back in the frame for autism. In an opinion piece co-authored for the @irishexaminer.bsky.social, Dr Neil Kenny of @dcuioe.bsky.social, challenges the resurgence of the ‘bad parenting’ narrative. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/3QPSmeR

A short history of the Irish farmers' protest of 1939. The strike exposed a deep sense of frustration amongst many farmers who felt ignored, a sentiment that has never entirely disappeared, writes Michael Loughman @dublincityuni.bsky.social @researchireland.ie www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

From Vivaldi to 'Viva la Vida': DCU Campus Choir hits the right notes. Finding community and harmony in the DCU choir that is “a dream for anyone who likes to sing”. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/4emPxvs

Can poetry help us navigate the climate crisis? Dr Ellen Howley, Assistant Professor of English at DCU, recommends Jessica Traynor's 'Walrus' as the climate poem that has spoken to her most powerfully. Read the full @uk.theconversation.com piece: launch.dcu.ie/4u3O6qV

#ICYMI: The #DCUPresidentAwards for Research recognise researchers with sustained contributions in their field, those making impact early in their careers, as well as those making significant impact beyond academia. You can read about the award recipients here: https://launch.dcu.ie/3OQK6uq

DCU's Dr Aoibhinn Ni Shuilleabhain (PhD): 'People care about losing the natural world - politics must catch up'. Read more in Irish Examiner: launch.dcu.ie/3QD7YCk

Could Trump really take the US out of NATO? Piece by Dr Federica Fazio @fedefaziof.bsky.social of @deli-dcu.bsky.social for @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/4d2nY8m

Could Trump really take the US out of NATO? Whether a US president could unilaterally terminate or withdraw the US from a treaty remains a matter of constitutional debate, writes @fedefaziof.bsky.social @dublincityuni.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

Ellen Murphy’s passion for Irish food helped her to pivot to a DCU postgrad and a dynamic new career. “It lets you roll your sleeves up and gets you really ready for the industry.” Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/4n1gUxh

Workplaces are evolving fast. With AI and sustainability shifts, the World Economic Forum predicts 39% of job skills will be obsolete by 2030. But DCU’s Dr Mairéad Nic Giolla Mhichíl warns this is likely a conservative benchmark, not a ceiling. Read more in The Irish Times: launch.dcu.ie/4dhmb0l

#TheDevilWearsPrada2: lots of frothy fun, not so much devilry. Piece by Laura O'Flanagan, PhD candidate at the DCU School of English, for The Conversation UK. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/4w75fkW

#ICYMI: The #DCUPresidentAwards for Research recognise researchers with sustained contributions in their field, those making impact early in their careers, as well as those making significant impact beyond academia. You can read about the award recipients here: https://launch.dcu.ie/3OQK6uq

DCU's Dr Aoibhinn Ni Shuilleabhain (PhD): 'People care about losing the natural world - politics must catch up'. Read more in Irish Examiner: launch.dcu.ie/3QD7YCk

Workplaces are evolving fast. With AI and sustainability shifts, the World Economic Forum predicts 39% of job skills will be obsolete by 2030. But DCU’s Dr Mairéad Nic Giolla Mhichíl warns this is likely a conservative benchmark, not a ceiling. Read more in The Irish Times: launch.dcu.ie/4dhmb0l

RTÉ is a "strategic national asset," not just a legacy model. Dr Eileen Culloty FuJo argues that public service media is vital for national security and democratic health in a globalised world. Read more via The Irish Times: launch.dcu.ie/4w06z94

#TheDevilWearsPrada2: lots of frothy fun, not so much devilry. Piece by Laura O'Flanagan, PhD candidate at the DCU School of English, for The Conversation UK. Read more: launch.dcu.ie/4w75fkW

Is it just a busy semester, or is it burnout? Writing for Wonkhe, Dr Sabrina Fitzsimons DCU Institute of Education explores the specific reality of educator burnout, moving past the "eye-rolls" to address a serious occupational phenomenon. Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/3QDt0R8

Planning your summer getaway? With rising fuel costs making headlines, DCU's Prof Marina Efthymiou shared her expert insights with RTÉ on what this means for your holiday plans. Read: https://launch.dcu.ie/3OGkVut

Chickenpox cases are rising, and it’s a vital reminder that this virus isn't always "harmless." DCU's Prof Christine Loscher warned on The Claire Byrne Show that it remains highly contagious and can lead to serious complications like viral pneumonia and hospitalisation. Read: launch.dcu.ie/4d8O1fk

RTÉ is a "strategic national asset," not just a legacy model. Dr Eileen Culloty FuJo argues that public service media is vital for national security and democratic health in a globalised world. Read more via The Irish Times: launch.dcu.ie/4w06z94

Workplaces are evolving fast. With AI and sustainability shifts, the World Economic Forum predicts 39% of job skills will be obsolete by 2030. But DCU’s Dr Mairéad Nic Giolla Mhichíl warns this is likely a conservative benchmark, not a ceiling. Read more in @irishtimes.com: launch.dcu.ie/4dhmb0l

Palestinian student Elias Amro overcame significant personal challenges to graduate top of his class at DCU and develop a groundbreaking AI-powered app. Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/4tqBGJ3

Slí na Sláinte routes, cycle to work scheme for staff, joining one of our 130 student clubs and societies... There are many ways for staff and students to increase their level of activity at DCU. For tips on how you can get more active on campus, visit: dcu.ie/dcusport/active

Are you getting ready for the #DublinCityHalfMarathon this Sunday? DCU's Dr David Nolan joined 'Today with David McCullagh' on @rteradio1.bsky.social to share some advice ahead of Sunday. Listen now: launch.dcu.ie/4taZOP7

DCU's Dr Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin @aoibhinnos.bsky.social: 'People care about losing the natural world - politics must catch up'. Read more in @irishexaminer.bsky.social: launch.dcu.ie/3QD7YCk

The #DCUPresidentAwards for Research recognise researchers with sustained contributions in their field, those making impact early in their careers, as well as those making significant impact beyond academia. You can read about the award recipients here: launch.dcu.ie/3OQK6uq

Planning your summer getaway? With rising fuel costs making headlines, DCU's Prof Marina Efthymiou shared her expert insights with RTÉ on what this means for your holiday plans. Read: https://launch.dcu.ie/3OGkVut

Is it just a busy semester, or is it burnout? Writing for Wonkhe, Dr Sabrina Fitzsimons DCU Institute of Education explores the specific reality of educator burnout, moving past the "eye-rolls" to address a serious occupational phenomenon. Read more: https://launch.dcu.ie/3QDt0R8