Atlantic Technological University (ATU) completed its 2024 graduations last week, celebrating the achievements of over 5,000 graduates in ceremonies in Donegal, Galway, Sligo, Mayo and Connemara. The ceremonies have brought together students, families and faculty to honour the hard work and dedication of graduates across a wide range of disciplines, from undergraduate certificates to doctoral degrees. Fields as diverse as science, engineering, health, business, and the creative arts were recognised, in one of the most important events in the university calendar year. Grainne McLaughlin, Carndonagh and Dearbhla McDevitt, Kerrykeel, who both graduated from Atlantic Technological University with a BSc in Education (Design, Graphics and Construction) Speaking at the Galway ceremony, Dr Orla Flynn, President of ATU, extended her congratulations to all graduates, stating it will have a real impact on the region, “This year, ATU will have seen about 5000 graduates receiving awards – that brings a hugely positive impact on society and especially across this region. As you, our wonderful new graduates, step into the next phase of your careers, I encourage you to stay connected with ATU and to join our growing family of alumni Together, we can continue to build a brighter future for the West and Northwest of Ireland, and beyond.” Dr Flynn also highlighted the university’s ongoing commitment to the region, noting that ATU will continue to expand its offerings and respond to the needs of students and the wider community. Highlighting recent developments like the introduction of Veterinary Medicine and Pharmacy programmes, she added, “In just two and a half years, ATU has focused on addressing regional needs. The launch of these programmes is proof of our commitment, though much work remains ahead.” In her speech to graduates, Dr Flynn called for the removal of constraints on the technological university (TU) sector, constraints that prevent ATU from better serving the West and Northwest of Ireland.
In pictures: Donegal students among 5,000 to graduate from ATU this year
Fields as diverse as science, engineering, health, business, and the creative arts were recognised, in one of the most important events in the university calendar year
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Dearbhla McGuckin, Ballyshannon graduates with a Bachelor of Business (Honours) from ATU pictured with sister Ciara
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Calvin Mooney, Killybegs, graduated with a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from ATU. Calvin is pictured with sister Amber, dad, Warren Mooney (Mooney Boats) and brother Colin
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Gearoid Reynolds, Carrick-On-Shannon, Leitrim and Nathan Maxwell, Mountcharles, Donegal, celebrate conferring at ATU Connemara
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Olivia Hamilton, Masters of Science in Conversation Behaviour from Ramelton, along with Peter Devenny from Letterkenny
