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School of Law and Criminology hosts multiple events for Social Justice Week 2024

Maynooth University Social Justice Week 2024 took place on the 4th – 8th March across the University, and the School of Law and Criminology hosted several events highlighting the vast knowledge and expertise in diverse areas of public interest and social justice in the School.

Tuesday, 19 March 2024

Prof Michael Doherty joins panel of expert speakers at Dublin Chamber event

The event was part of the Dublin 2050 series, and Prof Doherty explored some of the implications of the new right to request remote working law for life and work in the city.

Friday, 15 March 2024

John Reynolds speaks at the European University Institute

Dr John Reynolds spoke on the significance of the ICJ South Africa v. Israel Case: Preliminary decisions on Gaza in critical, historical and socio-legal contexts.

Thursday, 14 March 2024

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Spotlight on MU Psychology Department Postgraduate Research

In the first quarter of 2024, six of our postgraduate students successfully defended their research theses. Warmest congratulations to Maria Gialama, Mohamed Maalim, Grainne McGinity, Christine Mulligan, Talent Nyamakope, Holly Wescott, and to their supervisory teams and supporters.

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

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Dr ​Hubert Smekal publishes paper in German Law Journal

The article “Informality as a Virtue: Exploring Positive Informal Judicial Institutions” is part of a special issue on informal judicial institutions.

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Three MU researchers win funding for public sector research

Three researchers from Maynooth University are among 14 third-level researchers to receive funding of more than €1.25 million through Science Foundation Ireland’s Public Service Fellowship programme.

Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Deputy President of Chartered Accountants Ireland visits Maynooth University

Deputy President of Chartered Accountants Ireland visits Maynooth University

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

Dr Mary Dobbs appointed to College of Experts by Office for Environmental Protection

Professor Robbie McDonald, OEP Chief Scientist said: “The OEP College of Experts will increase our access to specialist expertise, providing an additional means for us to broaden our evidence base, identify and review key areas of research, and enhance the provision of external expertise, challenge and advice.

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

Congratulations ComMUniversity Team, Star Award Winners for Third Level Access and Engagement

We are delighted to have won a Star Award for Third Level Access and Engagement for the ComMUniversity

Monday, 11 March 2024

Creating an Accessible Survey

Our DANCING project share some of their experience in developing an accessible survey which was designed to be completed by audience members who attended a DANCING event.

Friday, 08 March 2024

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