Laois graduate honoured as University College Dublin scholar
Clonaslee College congratulates Mary Grehan on winning entrance scholarship
A top scoring graduate of Clonaslee College in Laois has been honoured by University College Dublin (UCD) with an entrance scholarship.
Student Mary Grehan achieved over 560 points in her Leaving Cert exams in 2023, making her eligible for the UCD award.
She is now pursuing a degree in commerce at the university.
The award ceremony took place on February 27, 2024 on the campus.
Clonaslee College Yearhead Deirdre Caplice and graduate scholar Mary Grehan.
It is a proud moment for all of the secondary school's staff.
"The staff of Clonaslee College echo these sentiments wholeheartedly, expressing their pride in Mary's accomplishment and offering their best wishes for her continued success in her academic pursuits.
"Mary's outstanding achievement was marked with the prestigious UCD Entrance Scholar Award, a testament to her exceptional performance in the Leaving Certificate examinations.
"With her unwavering dedication and scholarly expertise, Mary Grehan undoubtedly has a bright future ahead, poised to make significant contributions to her chosen field and beyond," the school stated.
UCD Entrance Scholars, comprising of first-year students who have attained an impressive 560 points or more in their Leaving Certificate, are recognised for their scholarly dedication and excellence. Recipients are presented with a recognition certificate and their achievements are recorded on their final academic transcript.