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MU celebrates first ever GAA history module
Maynooth University (MU) is marking the launch of a new module for undergraduate history students examining the foundations of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and its role in wider Irish society.
Wednesday, 01 May 2024
Study led by Dr. Michael Daly finds Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy in the US decreased this year
A newly published Maynooth University-led study on vaccine hesitancy in the United States has found that public trust and willingness to vaccinate increased significantly in early 2021.
Friday, 04 June 2021
MU President Prof Philip Nolan admitted as Member of the Royal Irish Academy (RIA)
Maynooth University congratulates Prof Philip Nolan, President of Maynooth University, on his admission to the Royal Irish Academy (RIA) today.
Friday, 21 May 2021
Refugee exhibition hosted by MU Access funded under Public Service Innovation Fund
An innovative exhibition of photographs by refugees to be co-hosted by Maynooth University Access is among 20 diverse projects to successfully secure funding from this year’s call for ideas under the Public Service Innovation Fund.
Wednesday, 12 May 2021
GPA and Maynooth University agree new scholarships for inter-county players
The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) are delighted to announce details of a new scholarship agreement with Maynooth University. Under the agreement, four fully-funded scholarships will be available to inter-county players annually, with successful applicants to be known as ‘Maynooth University/GPA Scholars’.
Tuesday, 27 April 2021
Maynooth University ranked 1st in Ireland for Reducing Inequalities by THE Global Impact rankings 2021
Tá Ollscoil Mhá Nuad tar éis bheith rangaithe mar phríomhollscoil na hÉireann agus sa chéad 5% ar domhan (ag uimhir 32 as 669 institiúid) don taighde atá déanta aici ar neamhionannais shóisialta, dá polasaithe ar leithcheal agus dá tiomantas do bhaill foirne agus mic léinn faoi ghannionadaíocht a earcú (SDG 10 Neamhionannais Laghdaithe)
Wednesday, 21 April 2021
Mountjoy Prison and Maynooth University Partnership (MJMU) to promote access to education
The unique partnership promotes access to education and supports the reintegration of prisoners and former prisoners in society.
Monday, 19 April 2021
MU projects receive IRC ‘New Foundations’ Awards
Ten Maynooth University research projects are to receive funding from the Irish Research Council (IRC). Funding for the ‘New Foundations’ projects will bring researchers and community/voluntary organisations together to share knowledge and develop new insights to help create a better society for all.
Thursday, 08 April 2021
MU Chemistry and Psychology Departments achieve Athena SWAN Bronze Awards
Tá dhá roinn in Ollscoil Mhá Nuad, Roinn na Ceimice agus Roinn na Síceolaíochta, tar éis Gradaim Roinne Chré-Umha Athena SWAN a bhaint amach.
Wednesday, 31 March 2021
STEM-Passport for Inclusion project (STEMP.inc), led by Dr Katriona O’Sullivan to be funded under €5.2m SFI Ireland Discover Programme
Minister Harris Announces €5.2 Million Investment by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) in 49 Public Engagement and Education Initiatives
Monday, 22 March 2021
MU ocean energy project among €13.5m US-Ireland research awards
A joint investment of €13.5 million was announced on St Patrick’s Day through a tripartite research and development partnership between the United States of America, Republic of Ireland, and Northern Ireland.
Thursday, 18 March 2021