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2019 A Conversation with Des Traynor
A special Maynooth Alumni 'In Conversation' evening on Thursday, 14th November, when Des Traynor (BSc 2003), Co-Founder & Chief Strategist of Intercom, reflects on his journey from MU to Silicon Valley. Find out how this Maynooth grad created a home-grown billion-dollar tech “unicorn”.
When: Thursday, 14 November 2019
Maynooth Alumni 2019 Reunion
The highlight of the Maynooth Alumni Calendar, the 2019 Maynooth Alumni Annual Reunion takes place on Saturday 14 September 2019 [Registration Closed]
When: Saturday, 14 September 2019
2019 Alumni Summer Soirée
Join us on Thursday 20th June at 7pm for a special evening of music, reflection and performance at Maynooth University with The Webb Sisters, former backing vocalists to Leonard Cohen. Begin your summer with an evening at MU. Tickets cost €20 and a complimentary glass of wine on registration will get this entertaining and enlightening evening off to a great start.
When: Thursday, 20 June 2019
Revolution in the Skies: the Experiment that made Einstein famous
Professor Peter Coles will describe the historical and scientific background to an experiment that changed the world, and explain why it was such an important event both for Einstein the physicist and Einstein the celebrity.
When: Wednesday, 29 May 2019
Placing Migration: the challenge of belonging in a precarious World
Our world is fundamentally shaped by migration. We see this clearly at times of rapid change, like the rising numbers of people seeking refuge in Europe from 2013 onwards. But outside these periods of crisis, migration still continues. People keep moving: searching for new horizons, and looking for new places to belong.
When: Tuesday, 09 April 2019
Career Conversations with Geography MU Alumni
This event will involve a presentation and break-out groups covering various career strands, depending on the attendees on the day. Alumni will just be asked to share how their geography degree contributes to the work they do now and to give general advice on how to develop a career in that field.
When: Tuesday, 09 April 2019
2019 Alumni Lecture - 'Leonard Cohen, philosopher'
Leonard Cohen is much celebrated as a musician and a poet. In this lecture, Professor Philipp Rosemann will explore the rich philosophy in the music of Leonard Cohen through the lens of 'Steer Your Way', from Cohen's 2016 album You Want It Darker.
When: Thursday, 07 February 2019
Cancelled: Weather Forecasting: Crystal Balls or Cutting Edge Science?
The science behind weather forecasting. Taking place during Science Week, this Faculty of Science & Engineering Alumni Lecture will be delivered by Dr Emily Gleeson.
When: Wednesday, 14 November 2018
Viewing: “Minutes to Die, Snakebite: The World’s Ignored Health Crisis"
Facilitated by former MU student Mr John Dunbar, “Minutes to Die, Snakebite: The World’s Ignored Health Crisis” is the first of its kind documentary uncovering the global health crisis few know about.
When: Thursday, 11 October 2018
'#Against the Odds' - A World Mental Health Day Special
Former MU mature student and current PhD scholar Christine Mulligan will tell her personal story about reaching university against the odds.
When: Wednesday, 10 October 2018