What an orator!! Talked about Canada being a mosaic - not a melting pot - whose tiles remain whole, a society stitched together rather than blended, the threads connecting people to their roots strong and enduring. A privilege to witness @mark-carney.bsky.social receive his civic recognition 🙏🏻

Thrilled to be in Westport, Mayo, for the welcome for Canadian Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social - an inspirational leader for so many of us! Reflecting on the many links between @atu-ie.bsky.social and Canada also 🇨🇦 🇮🇪 🙌🏻

For Yeats Day, my piece on @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social explores his Galway castle and ponders climate change @atumayo.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

The job of a leader is to create more leaders - insights from a recent event hosted by our MSc in Applied Leadership & Management. www.con-telegraph.ie/2026/06/02/j... @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

The 8th International Swift Conference began this morning at ATU Mayo with Minister O’Sullivan and ATU President Dr Orla Flynn present to welcome 185 delegates to celebrate this amazing bird. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

We’re excited about 8th International Swift Conference, starting tomorrow on campus. 185 delegates from 18 countries. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

Our feathered friends the swifts are back at ATU Mayo and have laid their 1st egg of the season. Just in time for the International Swift Conference which kicks off on campus next wk with 185+ delegates @atumayo.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social @birdwatchireland.bsky.social

What a great day at #Edge26summit at Dexcom Stadium with closing address by Minister Alan Dillon 👏🏻👏🏻 #CREWDigital

Students from the German for the Workplace programme recently visited Berlin with lecturer Jessica Lysaght, to visit sites of cultural interest and put their German into practice. @oflynnatu.bsky.social

Proud moment for our Social Care students their mural was unveiled. This project reflects the talent, commitment and voices of our students, and it would not have been possible without the incredible mentorship and guidance of Dr Sheila McArdle. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

A very special afternoon at ATU Mayo. www.con-telegraph.ie/2026/05/11/p... @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

We were delighted to mark the launch of the PJ Murphy Bursary. A fitting tribute to PJ Murphy’s legacy, supporting Applied Social Care students as they begin their journey in making a difference in the lives of others. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

All welcome to attend this event on leading and managing in the public sphere, taking place on 15 May in ATU Mayo. Book your place here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/leading-an... @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social

A brillant trip walking and scrambling in North Wales with our Outdoor Ed students. Crib Goch and Watkin Path on Yr Wyddfa, Y Gribin on Glyder Fach and Tryfan in perfect weather plus a visit to Llanberris Slate Quarrues and Beacon Climbing Wall make for a jam packed few days. @oflynnatu.bsky.social

An absolutely fantastic week of study exchange in Leiria, Portugal for ATU Mayo Social Care students, together with their lecturer Dr Jarka Velartova. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social

Very proud of our @atumayo.bsky.social Outdoor Education graduate Georgia Macmillan who received an ATU alumni award yesterday for her dedicated work on Dark Skies. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @mayodarkskies.bsky.social @georgiamacmillan.bsky.social

Our annual Community Play day on the ATU Mayo Woodland Trail is designed for young children and is being held on Sunday 19th April 2026 from 12 noon to 2pm. Keep an eye on the weather and dress accordingly. Free event, no booking required. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @justinkerr123.bsky.social

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Some highlights from Food for Thought 2026, Afri’s annual hedge school-inspired gathering in partnership with 3rd-year Outdoor Education and History and Geography students at Atlantic Technological University. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=93zo...

Our Dept of Environmental Humanities & Social Sciences has been working with Coláiste Pobail Acla as part of the Business in the Community programme. The students participated in some activities in Achill led by students from our Outdoor and Environmental Education programme. @oflynnatu.bsky.social

An Intergenerational Cafe was launched at ATU Mayo by Dr Justin Kerr (VP Mayo campus) and Eileen O’Connor (Mayo County Council Age Friendly Coordinator). The initiative is funded by Rethink Ireland/Vodafone and is a collaboration between UL, University of Galway and studentvolunteer.ie.

Fourth year History & Geography students at the launch of their Women in History exhibition, prepared as part of a module with lecturer Niamh Hearns. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

Met one of the Crawford alumni yesterday at our Connemara campus - Izzy Robinson completed Fine Art @mtu.ie and is now in final year with us @atu-ie.bsky.social doing Furniture Design and Manufacture - amazing work 💪🏻💪🏻

A great read for anyone interested in how the Enterprise Ireland Technology Gateway Network and the European Digital Innovation Hubs Network work together to provide companies with a clear route to explore, develop and implement new technologies. technologygateway.ie/articles/how... #EUinmyregion

On a glorious spring morning, enjoying one of the magnificent vistas of Connemara and Lough Corrib ☘️

Go hÍontach! Agus beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh go léir!! ☘️☘️

Dr Bernadette Cunningham will discuss the Annals of the Four Masters and its Mayo connections at @atumayo.bsky.social. All welcome. Lecture presented by our History & Geography programme in association with MHAS. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @b7cunningham.bsky.social

"Isibéal brings something truly special to Ring, not just a beautiful accent but our very first Irish language voice." Dave Ward, Managing Director of Ring in Europe #Gaeilge jrnl.ie/6981397t

Applied Social Care at ATU Mayo hosted a very successful Careers Event. The place was buzzing with energy, with a fantastic turnout of students and organisations engaging throughout the day. @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

ATU Mayo General Nursing are hosting a cancer awareness event in Mayo County Library, Castlebar on Thursday 19th March from 11.30am-1.30pm. All welcome. @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @justinkerr123.bsky.social

Sustainability in Action: the MET & Total Plastic Solution (TPS) Partnership. TPS a leader in injection moulding & precision engineering partnered with MET Technology Gateway to enhance its sustainability & reduce operational costs. Read more: technologygateway.ie/case-studies... #EUinmyregion 🇮🇪🇪🇺

In a challenging geopolitical and economic context, strengthening cross-border education is one of many urgent tasks that the EU’s next #MFF must address. 🔗 EUA’s response to the European Commission’s public consultation on the next long-term budget bit.ly/43SdIM9 #ErasmusPlus #HigherEdSky

Dr Michelle O’Sullivan Associate Professor from Dept of Work & Employment Studies, University of Limerick discusses demographic trends and their implications for HR at today’s HR seminar at ATU Mayo. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social

We are presenting our annual seminar for International Women's Day next Wednesday 4th March at 1pm. All welcome. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social @atumayo.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

The inconvenient truth about artificial intelligence www.irishtimes.com/media/2026/0...

Renews your faith in humanity to see the number of donations made today🐝💛🖤 #speirgorm #spéirgorm

Lovely surprise to hear Oliver Callan discussing my piece on his show just now @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social Great to see the piece having such an impact with the public @rte.ie @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social

There was a full house last night for Dr Gerard Moran’s excellent and thought-provoking talk on the workhouse in Castlebar. This talk was part of our History & Geography programme’s ongoing series with Mayo Historical and Archaeological Society. @atumayo.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social

The big one (biggest outside Dublin obvs) is back in #Ballina this year and this is a beaut of a tee is it not? 🌈 Registration opens tomorrow at noon at www.westofirelandwomensminimarathon.com for the measly sum of €25 Gis a share, g'wan ♥️

Enterprise Ireland provides a range of innovation funding supports to help Irish businesses turn new ideas into reality. Each support is carefully designed to address real industry needs and to match your stage of growth. technologygateway.ie/articles/ent...

County Sligo has all the trademarks of an adventurer’s paradise. Surfing at sunrise, scrambling up a ridge, cycling country roads, or simply wandering wherever the scenery pulls you — spring is the perfect time to dive into the county’s playground. www.choosesligo.com/adventure-in... #choosesligo

“Nobody in Ireland should be exposed to hate speech, bullying, or child sexual abuse images on X just to find out if their train is delayed” www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/comm...

Fantastic workshop "Accelerating Change Together" with visiting academic Dr Isabel Rimanoczy, and a group of change accelerators in our community! A collaboration between ATU Mayo Rising group and our colleagues at ATU Sligo Power to Change project @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

The EU’s new paradigm of competitiveness must be considered in the much larger context of an increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world. So, how can European universities build resilience and prepare for the future? 📔 https://bit.ly/49mTz4o

Jeremy Schewe, guest speaker to students on our History & Geography & Outdoor Education programmes, detailed the use of GIS to map and develop the Ireland West Camino. The Tochair Valley Community Network has been supporting Jeremy in the roll out of this route. @oflynnatu.bsky.social

One for our colleagues @atumayo.bsky.social 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

www.rte.ie/news/regiona... #birds

The Marine Institute is seeking the help of "citizen scientists" to track the movements of oystercatcher birds in Dundalk Bay.

Students from our Certificate in Community Development Practice travelled to UL today. They were welcomed by Dr Sindy Joyce, Department of Sociology and Margaret O’Brien from the Limerick Traveller Network to learn about Traveller participation in Higher Education @oflynnatu.bsky.social

Students from our Outdoor and Environmental Education programme recently enjoyed a few glorious days in Spain on the Costa Blanca in Spain honing their climbing skills. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social