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Conference to explore role of public and patient involvement in research
NUI Galway is hosting the fourth national conference on Public and Patient Involvement (PPI) in research on Wednesday May 1. The theme of the conference this year is Progressing Together, reflecting the continuous learning and growth of the PPI community.
SIPTU opens Welcome Centre in Castlebar
There was a huge turnout of long serving union activists and members, that gathered at the event in the lovely spring sunshine for the launch of SIPTU’s Welcome Centre on Moneen Road in Castlebar.
Grand Marshal of New York St Patrick’s Parade presented with iconic Michael Collins Rug from Foxford Woollen Mills
Mayo County Council was delighted to present the Grand Marshal of the New York City St Patrick’s Day parade, Brian O’Dwyer, with an iconic Foxford Woollen Mills Michael Collins Rug, at a function in New York on Friday March 15.
Galway to host European BPW conference in May
The International Federation of Business and Professional Women (BPW International) has chosen NUI Galway as the location for their 16th European conference, promoting women’s professional and leadership potential at all levels.
Mayor expresses condolences to Polish community after Gdansk stabbing
Mayor of Galway, Niall McNeilis has sent his condolences to the family, friends, and constituents of Pawel Adamowicz, Mayor of Gdansk, who died this week after being stabbed at a concert.
Twenty things a good MC does
Q: This might be an unusual one, but as it’s related to my career, I said I’d run it by you. Next week, I’ve been asked to act as MC for an event we are running. All our big customers will be there, and so will all our head buck cats. I want to make a good impression. It’s a huge affair – about 400 people and the full audio-visual treatment. I was picked because I’m a pretty good talker but this is a whole other level of stuff. Any tips? (M McM, email).
Why Michael D deserves another term as Uachtarán na hÉireann
Insider believes you should vote for Michael D Higgins on October 26 for a second term as president. Chances are you think that too: the polls have been nothing but encouraging; the President is regarded with affection by most; and his empathetic and ethical style lends itself to the challenges of the role.
RBK supports Esker House Women’s Refuge
As part of Russell Brennan Keane’s (RBK) celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8, the staff held a fundraising coffee morning in aid of Esker House.