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A Breath of UL
Welcome to "A Breath of UL" . The Podcast series that spotlights people from different walks of University life, all who have a role in enhancing the student experience. If you are a current or prospective student, parent or staff member, you will find out more about the suite of supports and services that are available throughout the University.
We will be adding new episodes regularly, so check back with us often, or subscribe to our channel A Breath of UL | Podcast on Spotify
A Breath of UL: Episode 1: Ellen Fitzmaurice
In this episode we chat with Student support and Development Manager, Ellen Fitzmaurice.
A Breath of UL: Episode 2: Cynthia Adubango
In this episode we chat to Student Engagement and Support Officer for Arts Humanities and Social Sciences, Cynthia Adubango.
A Breath of UL: Episode 3: John McDermott
In this episode we chat with student Financial Support Advisor, John McDermott.
A Breath of UL: Episode 4: Philip Desmond
In this episode we chat with Student Engagement and Support Officer for the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Philip Desmond.
A Breath of UL: Episode 5: Ronan Keane
In this week's episode, we speak to Student Engagement and Support Officer for Kemmy Business School, Ronan Keane.
A Breath of UL: Ep. 6 :Community Officers Dervla and Katie
In this episode, we speak to the previous (Katie Martin) and current (Dervla Ryan) Student Communities Officers on their role, life as a student in UL and their personal interests.
Episode 7: First 7 Weeks Co-ordinator, Mariia Maryntseva
In this episode, we speak to First Seven Weeks Coordinator, UL student and champion synchronized swimmer, Mariia Maryntseva.
Episode 8: Coffee and Chats with Cynthia and Andrea
In this episode, we speak to Andrea Crockett and Cynthia Adubango, on their exciting initiative based in Teach Fáilte in the Student Courtyard in UL: Coffee and Chats.
Episode 9: Be MindfUL: A student Peer Awareness Programme
In this episode, we speak to student engagement and support officer for Science and Engineering, Philip Desmond. Phil is spearheading "Be Mindful"; a student peer awareness training programme.
Episode 10: 7 Financial Tips with John McDermott
This episode explores how students can best manage and maximize their finances. Student Financial Support Advisor, John McDermott, gives 7 financial tips.
Episode 11: Speaking with UL Librarian, Ailish Larkin
In this episode, we speak to UL Librarian, Ailish Larkin. Ailish speaks about her role, hobbies and the evolution of libraries.
Episode 12: Director of Student Affairs: Rhona McCormack
In this episode, we speak to the Director of Student Affairs, Rhona McCormack. Rhona gives insight into what students affairs is and the disparate services it provides to enhance the student experience.
Episode 13: A Chat with SESO Andrea Crockett
In this episode, we speak to Student Engagement and Support Officer for Education and Health Sciences, Andrea Crockett.
Ep. 14: Lawrence Cleary; Director of the Regional Writing Centre
We speak to the Director of the Regional Writing Centre, Lawrence Cleary.
Episode 15: Student Volunteer Office
In this episode, we speak to the Student Volunteering Office/President's Volunteer Award Team; Linda Fitzgerald and Nichola Keegan. They speak about PVA, its evolution, and the benefit of volunteering for both the individual and the greater community.
Episode 16: Ben Kiely: Student Volunteering
In this episode, we speak with UL student, and multiple time President's Volunteer Award Recipient, Ben Kiely. Ben speaks about his experiences to date in UL, and what his future studies entail. He also speaks about student volunteering, and the personal value volunteering offered him to help him both integrate and give back to the UL Community.
Episode 17: Student President Ronan Cahill
In this episode, we speak to the UL Student President, Ronan Cahill. He speaks about what drew him to the role, what he has achieved thus far, and what he hope to achieve in his 2nd term.
Episode 18: Alex Hodgers: School of Medicine
In this episode, we speak to support coordinator for year 1 and 2 of the school of Medicine, Alex Hodgers.
Episode 19: Tracy McAvinue: Disability Support Officer
In this episode, we speak to Disability support officer, Tracy McAvinue. Tracy speaks about her role and its challenges and successes. We even have time to learn about her pet bearded dragon!