Learning how to study in university
Kathryn Bordonaro, one of our American Student Ambassdors who is studying at Maynooth University, has some practical advice for students starting out on their academic career
City Guide to Cork: Ireland’s ‘real’ capital
Cork is the ‘real’ capital of Ireland. Well, that’s what Cork people would have you believe, and if you judge this friendly, vibrant city on its own terms, you might agree. As a student, it has everything you need. And the surrounding countryside and coastline are famous for their natural beauty.
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Things to know about being an older student in Cork
American Student Ambassador Kimberly Reyes has some practical and very sensible advice for any foreign student coming to study in Cork
Video diary of a day out as a tourist in Ireland (November 2019)
American student Kathryn Bordonaro enjoyed a lovely day trip to the Cliffs of Moher back in November 2019. Check out her vlog of the day here.
Handy tips on finding somewhere to live in Ireland
Securing accommodation in cities like Dublin and Cork as a foreign student can be difficult. Here American student Kimberly Reyes provides some really useful advice
A Vegan (Student) Guide for living in Dublin
Before she came to Ireland to study at Dublin City University, U.S. student and vegan Shamile Aldossary’s family and friends teased her by sending her endless pictures of traditional (meaty) Irish food, but she needn’t have worried. Much to her delight, Dublin’s vegan food scene is popping! (and the donuts are amazing).
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An international student’s understanding of what it means to be Irish
Our American ambassador and student of International Law and Business at University College Dublin, Rebekah Eddy shares what she has learnt about the meaning of being Irish while studying here. (more…)
Staying safe while studying abroad
Are you concerned about your personal safety and security while studying abroad in Ireland? Allow our ambassador from the US, Rebekah Eddy to put your mind at ease with her advice on staying safe. (more…)
Trinity College — An oasis of calm in the heart of Dublin city
Looking for a college environment that combines the bright lights and buzz of the city with a serene and peaceful place to study? Our US ambassador Michelle Galvin and student at Trinity College Dublin tells us why this is the perfect university for those seeking the best of both worlds. (more…)
Video: making a student radio show
Ever wondered how a radio show gets made? Our ambassador from the USA, and student at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick Elanor McDevitt shows us how it’s done! (more…)
Ten things I love about Ireland
Allow our ambassador from the USA and student at Trinity College, Michelle Galvin, to give you a unique tour of all this country has to offer with her top ten things that made her fall head over heels in love with Ireland. (more…)
How to handle homesickness
Struggling with homesickness? Our ambassador from the USA, Elanor McDevitt, shares her top tips to overcome the hard days when home seems very far away. (more…)