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Read all about our latest featured library, Glucksman Library in The University of Limerick, which in November 2025, received a highly commended recognition for library spaces at the SCONUL Library Design Awards - designinglibraries.org.uk/libraries/gl...
Glucksman Library - University of Limerick
The University of Limerick Glucksman Library's expansion was driven by digital transformation, evolving pedagogies, and a growing, diverse student body.
designinglibraries.org.uk
January 16, 2026 at 12:24 PM
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niamhroisin.bsky.social
Fans of early 19th century Irish history! Gather round! We have a lovely event on @ullibrary.bsky.social on 22 Jan (next week) on the world behind the Ordnance Survey maps - free and all are most welcome. Just book your place via this link & tell your friends! forms.office.com/pages/respon...
Programme for the event, featuring David Fleming, Niamh NicGhabhann, Rebecca O’Regan, Joseph Curran, Jay Roszman and Cat Porter
January 13, 2026 at 5:11 PM
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unioflimerick.bsky.social
UL graduates, did you know you can now register to vote in Seanad Éireann elections?

As a result of a successful case taken to the Supreme Court by UL graduate, Tomás Heneghan, UL graduates are now eligible to vote in Seanad Éireann elections.

Register to vote by 26 February at www.seanadvoter.ie
A graphic with text and illustrations of people in working clothes such as a builder, doctor and nurse. The text on the graphic is 'More Irish graduates can now register to vote in Seanad university elections. Register by 26 February at seanadvoter.ie'.
January 9, 2026 at 1:12 PM
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aslibraries.bsky.social
Calling all LIS students and unemployed library sector workers! Don't miss out on our discounted €50 tickets for #ASL2026 on 24th March in @ria.ie, Dublin. Join us for networking opportunities, insights into library innovations and best practices and more. Register at aslibraries.ie/asl-conferen...
A 50 euro note in a jeans pocket and the text: #ASL2026 student/unemployed tickets
January 9, 2026 at 9:23 AM
ullibrary.bsky.social
As exams draw to a close, our opening hours will change from Friday 19th December. Full opening hours: ul.libcal.com/hours/

We will reopen on Monday January 5th, 9am-9pm

Online library available 24/7 www.ul.ie/library

We wish you all a wonderful and safe festive season.
Glucksman Library Library Christmas Opening Hours 18 Dec: 7am-Midnight 19 Dec: 7am-5pm 20-23 Dec: 9am-5pm 24 Dec-4 Jan: Closed
December 18, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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unioflimerick.bsky.social
In September 2025, UL officially launched the pilot of its first-ever Age Friendly University Teaching Programme, which opened the doors of UL’s lecture halls to 33 older adults who are retired or enjoying the 'third age' of life.

Read more: www.ul.ie/news/learnin...

#HumansOfUL #StayCurious
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December 9, 2025 at 4:15 PM
ullibrary.bsky.social
We are delighted to launch our 2025 Advent Calendar. For this year’s calendar, we will be bringing you a curated selection of archival fashion from the Special Collections and Archives Dept at UL Library. Subscribe or check back each day in December!
specialcollections.ul.ie/advent-calen...
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December 1, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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Read all about the SCONUL Library Design Awards 2025 designinglibraries.org.uk/news/sconul-...
SCONUL Library Design Awards 2025
Winners of the 2025 SCONUL Library Design Awards, which includes a new category for service design this year, alongside the established category
designinglibraries.org.uk
November 28, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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ulenglish.bsky.social
several of our colleagues and graduate students in English will present at the @cemslimerick.bsky.social Winter School in Archival Research Skills and Book History, 2-3 Dec, @ullibrary.bsky.social emslimerick.wordpress.com/2025/10/31/4... @ulresearch.bsky.social
November 27, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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We were delighted to receive Highly Commended recognition at the recent Sconul Library Design Awards, which celebrate excellence in library space planning and design.

Read more: www.ul.ie/library/news...
Library Space Manager Louise O’Shea, Former Library Director Gobnait O’Riordan, Library Director Ciara McCaffrey and Head of Collections and Space Mary Dundon receiving the Highly Commended award.
November 25, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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unioflimerick.bsky.social
“Our research offers fascinating insights into the treatment of women in the early years of the Irish Free State."

In the Irish Independent, UL's Dr Helene Haak & Dr Sorcha de Brún speak about their new research into Irish language court records.

www.independent.ie/regionals/li...

#StayCurious
Dr Helene Haak and Dr Sorcha de Brún standing at a table in a room. There is a box of documents on the table. There are books on shelves in the background.
November 18, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Who will win this years ‘Three Minute Thesis’? Experience some of Ireland's brightest PhD students going head-to-head in the 2025 Competition!
Join us on Nov 19th and vote in the ‘audience choice’ award!
👉Save your spot - www.iua.ie/3minutethesis

@unioflimerick.bsky.social @ulresearch.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 1:15 PM
ullibrary.bsky.social
Our library satisfaction survey is now live. Open to all UL students and staff. Give us your feedback and help us to improve library services. You could also win an iPad and other great prizes!
www.libqual.org/survey/RWSLJ...
October 31, 2025 at 10:19 AM
ullibrary.bsky.social
We were delighted to launch our new exhibition yesterday which will be on display on the ground floor of the library for the academic year. The Limerick Papers are also available to view on our digital library digitallibrary.ul.ie/limerick-pap...
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New exhibition celebrating legacy of The Earls of Limerick opens at UL

The rich archival collection focuses on the Pery family, with the exhibition highlighting several notable items from the Limerick Papers, a rich archival collection spanning nearly 500 years
www.ul.ie/news/new-exh...
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A group of four people gathered around a glass cabinet containing documents. They are gesturing at the items in the cabinet and discussing them. They are in a large, bright room with light wooden floors and a wall behind them with maps, diagrams and pictures on it as part of a display
October 29, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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The CEMS 2025 Bolton-King lecture will be delivered by Dr Harald E. Braun @liverpooluni.bsky.social Hunt Museum, 6pm Nov 5th. @ulresearch.bsky.social @unioflimerick.bsky.social @michistory.bsky.social @ulenglish.bsky.social @ulhistory.bsky.social @ullibrary.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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‘A world-class space’: UL opens landmark new student centre

Celebrations on campus today for the official opening of our new Student Centre, which was inaugurated by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless, TD.

www.ul.ie/news/a-world...
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Photograph of three people sat in a rooftop garden. On the left is a woman in a red dress, she is in conversation with two men in suits with red ties. She is Síofra Foley, UL Student Life President. The man in the middle is Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless TD, while the man on the right is Acting UL President Professor Shane Kilcommins. They are sat on a bench with a black iron railing behind. Large autumnal trees with burnished orange, yellow and green leaves can be seen behind them with a tall brick building peering out from behind
October 10, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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In memory of Manchán Magan, writer, broadcaster and documentary maker - a small selection of his remarkable legacy. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
A book display of books written by Manchán Magan. Manchán Magan 1970-2025
October 6, 2025 at 9:16 AM
ullibrary.bsky.social
Our Shannon Development Photo exhibition is available to view in Shannon Library as part of @clarelibraries.bsky.social History week. Join UL archivist Dr. Kirsten Mulrennan on 7 Oct, 6.30pm in Shannon Library, to hear about the Wellcome Trust-funded project. More info: clarelibraries.ie
Our Shannon Development Photographic Archive exhibition will be available to view in Shannon Library as part of Clare Libraries History week. Available to view from now until October 18th, this exhibition showcases the Shannon Development Photographic Collection, donated by the Shannon Airport Group to UL in 2014. Through striking images and informative panels, it captures the transformation of the Shannon region from its rural roots to a hub of industry and tourism—offering a vivid glimpse into Irish life and fashion in the latter half of the 20th century. The exhibition forms part of Clare Libraries History Week programme, which also includes a presentation by UL archivist Dr. Kirsten Mulrennan on Tuesday 7 October at 6.30pm in Shannon Library, highlighting the Wellcome Trust-funded project to digitise the Shannon Development Photographic Archive. More information available via https://clarelibraries.ie/
September 30, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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‘Elephant in the room’: UL unveils sculpture to encourage mental health conversations

The nationwide initiative aims to break down stigma, encourage openness, and promote mental wellbeing
www.ul.ie/news/elephan...
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Four people stand around a large green elephant sculpture decorated with colourful balloons, symbols, and wellbeing words, at University of Limerick. They are under a green and white balloon arch inside a library space
August 21, 2025 at 9:08 AM
ullibrary.bsky.social
We were delighted to host the launch of the Elephant in the room movement and even more delighted to be the first home of the elephant at UL.

The elephant represents the silent presence of mental health struggles, often invisible, but sometimes too big to ignore.
www.elephantintheroom.ie
sculpture of a small colourfully decorated elephant Let's talk Everyone is touched by mental health challenges at some point-whether personally or through someone close to them. There are moments when life feels overwhelming, like you're carrying a weight too heavy to bear. In those times, it's easy to feel lost or alone. But here's the truth: it's okay not to be okay. Talking to someone can make a world of difference. Sharing your struggles doesn't make you weak-it shows strength and courage. You are not alone, even if it feels that way sometimes. Help is out there, and when you ask for it, you'll find it. Student supports: https://www.ul.ie/student-affairs/access-office/student-support-services Staff supports: https://www.ul.ie/hr/current-staff/be-well-ul
August 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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catsporter.bsky.social
Next week (11th-14th August), we're running library workshops across County Limerick. Join us to discover how you can get involved in saving local heritage!

@heritagecouncil.ie @unioflimerick.bsky.social @limerickcouncil.bsky.social @ullibrary.bsky.social
August 5, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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Most read on #RTEBrainstorm: the story behind the benchmarks chiselled into buildings, walls and bridges around Ireland. By @catsporter.bsky.social & Margaret O'Sullivan @unioflimerick.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...
The story behind the benchmarks hiding in plain sight in Ireland
The Ordnance Survey benchmarks chiselled into buildings, walls and bridges were originally used to measure height across Ireland
www.rte.ie
July 29, 2025 at 6:52 AM
ullibrary.bsky.social
Earlier this week, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation & Science James Lawless TD celebrated the launch of the new CONUL Strategy. Shaping Tomorrow 2025-2029 - a bold new strategy guiding the future of Ireland’s research libraries.

conul.ie/minister-law...

#Conul
People holding the strategy document and CONUL signs
July 18, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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How can library and information professionals, employ practical strategies to be more creative at work? Peter Reilly, Librarian @ullibrary.bsky.social‬, walks us through the process in his piece in the first issue of our Health Sciences Libraries Journal. Read it at journals.ucc.ie/index.php/hslj
Health Sciences Libraries Journal
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July 14, 2025 at 8:51 AM
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unioflimerick.bsky.social
Congratulations to UL's Donal Ryan who has been announced as the winner of the prestigious Orwell Prize for Political Fiction for his novel 'Heart, Be At Peace' 👏

The Tipperary writer is Associate Professor in English & Creative Writing at UL

www.rte.ie/culture/2025...

#StudyAtUL #StayCurious
Irish writer and UL lecturer, Donal Ryan. He is sitting on steps with sand and seaweed. He is wearing a navy shirt, blue jeans and brown boots.
June 26, 2025 at 10:40 AM