Thursday, November 28, 2024 - 08:45
The School of Law and Criminology has announced a new initiative in partnership with leading law firm A&L Goodbody, unveiling the A&L Goodbody Scholarship and Bursaries in Law 2024 at its annual awards ceremony on November 21, 2024.
This prestigious programme aims to empower outstanding undergraduate students participating in the Maynooth Access Programme by offering a comprehensive package of support. Recipients will receive financial assistance, mentorship, and professional opportunities, including a paid summer internship and access to the firm's esteemed Law Start Programme.
The 2024 recipients are:
- Mr Shane Ryan: Awarded the A&L Goodbody Scholarship in Law, which includes full financial support and professional development opportunities.
- Mr Carl Tretscher and Ms Ciara Roche: Each honoured with the A&L Goodbody Bursary in Law, recognizing their academic achievements and ambition in pursuing a legal career.
The partnership between A&L Goodbody and Maynooth University is longstanding and multifaceted, encompassing student placements, sponsorship of the EU Law Prize, and of the National Mooting Competition. In 2024, the collaboration also welcomed Dr. Vincent Power SC as an Adjunct Professor, further enhancing academic offerings at the School of Law and Criminology. These opportunities represent a milestone in the School’s dedication to promoting excellence in legal education and enhancing access to the legal profession. The scholarship programme demonstrates A&L Goodbody's and Maynooth University's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion by supporting Maynooth Access Programme students and breaking barriers to legal education for a more representative profession.
For more information about these scholarships and other initiatives, click here.
