November 2017

Minister Mitchell O’Connor opens IT Sligo Constance Markievicz building

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

• Refurbished School of Business & Social Sciences named after one of Ireland’s most influential female historical figures • Building’s name was chosen following poll amongst students and staff of the Institute • €7 million refurbishment provides a… Read More

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Ireland will be hosting the 10th European Conference on Gender Equality in Higher Education

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

Mary Mitchell O’Connor, Minister of State with special responsibility for Higher Education today (17th November 2017) has announced that Ireland will host the 10th European Conference on Gender Equality in Higher Education. Share:

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€6.3m allocation to support Technological University development and higher education landscape restructuring

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

The Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor T.D. today (Tuesday, 14 November) announced the allocation of €6.3 million in funding in support of the ongoing restructuring of the higher education landscape including the development of consortia projects… Read More

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Library Services in Dun Laoghaire Rathdown to receive investment of over €100,000

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

Library services in Dún Laoghaire Rathdown are to receive €100,800 in extra funding, Fine Gael Minister of State for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has said. Share:

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Minister Mitchell O’Connor welcomes Cabinet approval for progression of the Technological Universities Bill

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

The Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor T.D. welcomed the approval by the Government of insertions and amendments to the Technological Universities Bill. Share:

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Breast Cancer Ireland Fundraiser: Thank You

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

I was delighted that so many people attended the recent coffee morning in the Royal Irish Yacht Club in Dun Laoghaire. It was a very positive event and there was a wonderful atmosphere in the room. Thank you… Read More

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Minister Mitchell O’Connor launches Gender Equality Taskforce for Higher Education

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

Mary Mitchell O’Connor, Minister of State with special responsibility for Higher Education today (6th November 2017) has announced the establishment of a Gender Equality Taskforce. The Minister has appointed this high level taskforce to prepare a prioritised three… Read More

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Minister Mitchell O’Connor launches an online resource to inform Higher Level Institutions’ Student Retention Strategies

Updated on November 27, 2018 by Mary Mitchell O'Connor

Mary Mitchell O’Connor, T.D., Minister of State for Higher Education, today 2nd of November, 2017, launched an online resource to assist higher level institutions to create effective student retention strategies and to enhance student experiences. Share:

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