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March 2021
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GMIT celebrates International Women's Day with series of events (8 March)
GMIT is delighted to announce an exciting programme of events for students and staff celebrating this year’s International Women’s Day on the theme ‘Choose to Challenge’ (#ChooseToChallenge).
February 2021
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Tribute to the late Reverend Professor Enda McDonagh (1930 - 2021)
GMIT extends heartfelt condolences to the extended McDonagh family at the death of Reverend Professor Enda McDonagh, RIP.
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CUA institutes assist in roll out of vaccine to people in West and North-West
CUA Institutes IT Sligo and LYIT have been chosen by the HSE as locations for the mass roll-out of vaccines. The vaccination centre in Sligo opened on the 10 February and works are currently ongoing in Letterkenny with the centre set to open on 1 March.
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GMIT AND NUI Galway URGE STUDENTS TO TAKE PART IN NATIONAL SURVEY
GMIT and NUI Galway have issued a joint call urging third-level students in the west to take part in the National Student Survey 2021, the findings of which will be used to further improve their institutes.
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First professional apprentices to graduate from GMIT next month (4 March)
Seventeen employees from manufacturing engineering companies all over Ireland will be conferred with GMIT’s first ever professional apprenticeship award, the Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering, at an online ceremony hosted by GMIT and Ibec next month (Thurs 4 March 2021).
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Sligo woman wins online pitch EMPOWER II competition hosted by GMIT
Twenty women from across the west and north-west took part in an online Dragon’s Den style pitch competition this week marking the completion of the first EMPOWER START II programme delivered through the iHubs in the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) of GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT.
January 2021
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Scholarships awarded to 90 GMIT students at virtual awards ceremony
Ninety GMIT students were awarded scholarships in recognition of their academic, personal, sporting, and cultural achievements at a virtual ceremony on Thursday 28 January (2021) attended by the students, their families, school principals, school guidance counsellors and GMIT staff.
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Retired French lecturer Anne Brindley awarded title of Chevalier de l’Ordre des Palmes académiques by the French government
Anne Brindley, a retired French lecturer from Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), has been awarded the prestigious title of Chevalier de l’Ordre des Palmes académiques by the French government in recognition of her innovative approach to the teaching and learning of French throug
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GMIT launches new Cullen PhD scholarships in marine science & biodiversity conservation in the west
GMIT’s Research & Innovation Department is pleased to announce four new Cullen Scholarship projects. Each project offers exciting opportunities to suitably qualified graduates to undertake funded PhD research in marine science and biodiversity conservation in the west.
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Exciting line-up of speakers for GMIT Digital West 2021 (26 Jan, 10am-12.30pm)
GMIT is delighted to announce an exciting line-up of speakers taking part in this year’s Digital West event which takes place fully online at https://digitalwest.biz/ on Tuesday week, 26 January 2021, from 10am to 12.30pm, on the theme of “Digital Transform
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Semester 2 Update (11 January 2021)
Due to the impact of the pandemic, online classes in GMIT will recommence on the 25th January 2021, with some exceptions including:
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Virtual Open Evening on 'Pathways to GMIT' for Further Education and Mature students
GMIT will host a virtual open evening on Thursday, 21 January, 6 to 8pm, for those keen to learn more about progressing from Further Education (FE) and Post Leaving Cert (PLC) courses to GMIT. The event will also be of particular interest to mature students.
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GMIT launches new programme in Community Development and Youth Work
GMIT is pleased to offer a brand new degree programme in Community Development and Youth Work, commencing in the Mayo campus (Castlebar) September 2021.
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Statement regarding deferral of ONSITE January exams (3 January 2021)
Further to the communication issued last Thursday and in response to the escalating number of new Covid-19 cases reported on a daily basis since, the Institute has decided to defer the ONSITE EXAMS scheduled for next week from 4th – 8th January inclusive.
December 2020
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Statement in light of Level 5 restrictions (31 December 2020)
Students scheduled to sit onsite exams from 4th-8th January, please note the statement regarding deferral of onsite exams issued on 3rd January 2021.
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GMIT launches three new postgraduate HR courses commencing online in January 2021
GMIT has launched a suite of new postgraduate courses in Applied Leadership and Management which will commence online delivery from the GMIT Mayo campus from January (2021)
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Statement from the President of GMIT (Monday 14 December 2020)
"I would like to wholeheartedly apologise to our students for the data breach that has caused such deep hurt and dismay.
GMIT is known as a student-centred institute and some of the comments made by our staff do not reflect the values to which we aspire.
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High numbers of sperm whales detected acoustically in the deep waters of offshore Ireland
Sperm whales are one of the most abundant great whale species in the deep waters of offshore Ireland, according to a new study by the Scotland-based Sea Mammal Research Unit Consulting (SMRU Consulting) and Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT).
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GMIT virtual choir release Christmas carol "O Holy Night"
Galway Musical Director Seán Rowland is delighted to release a brand new video production of the classic Christmas Carol “O Holy Night” sung by staff and students of the GMIT Virtual Choir which is now available on https://youtu.be/QJIaztRBLu8 and
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GMIT Careers Service launch online CV tool to assist students as they enter the jobs market
The GMIT Careers Service is delighted to launch a new online CV tool for GMIT students called “CareerSet” to support them 24/7 as they prepare to enter the competitive placement and jobs market.
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GMIT announces suite of new Cybersecurity courses in response to skills shortage
GMIT is pleased to announce a suite of new cybersecurity courses developed in close collaboration with industry and in consultation with the Regional Skills Forum West and academic partners over the past two years, in response to a skills shortage in this discipline.
November 2020
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EMPOWER Start commences in CUA institutes in West and North-West
EMPOWER Start, the women’s entrepreneurship programme, commenced full online delivery this month (Nov 2020) through iHubs across the campuses of the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) of GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT.
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Inaugural Mary Lavelle Burke Bursary awarded to GMIT graduating student Samir Mahmood
GMIT is pleased to announce that Samir Mahmood, a graduating student of the four-year part-time BA in Contemporary Practices, has been awarded the inaugural Mary Lavelle Burke Bursary Award.
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Connacht Ulster Alliance (CUA) welcomes €500,000 for its iHubs
The Presidents of the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) institutes welcome the announcement by the Tánaiste and Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Leo Varadkar, TD, of €8.24 million in grants for 95 Enterprise Centres around the country under Enterprise Ireland’s Enterprise Centres Fund.
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GMIT to participate in Mayo Council webinar to present research on female representation in politics in Mayo (20 Nov 2020, 11am)
A webinar on female representation in politics in Mayo, presenting research conducted by GMIT lecturer Dr Janine McGinn in collaboration with Dr Mary O Connor, Brain and Behaviour Institute, will take place on Friday next, 20 November, 11am.
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GMIT hosts multicampus virtual open day (Sat 21 Nov, 10.30am-3pm)
GMIT is pleased to announce it is hosting a virtual open day for all campuses on Saturday, 21 November (10.30-3pm), with a live-to-camera Q&A available for the full morning.
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GMIT hosts free webinar "Tourism's Future: The Path to Recovery" (Thurs 26 Nov, 12-2pm)
GMIT is pleased to announce a free webinar “Tourism’s Future: The Path to Recovery”, featuring an expert panel of speakers discussing ways in which businesses can recover and rebuild post Covid-19, which will go live on Thursday next, 26 November (12-2pm).
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GMIT offers 600 free and subsidized places on 30 new modular skills courses
GMIT is pleased to offer 600 free and subsidized places on 30 new modular skills courses in a range of disciplines to people whose livelihoods have been impacted by Covid-19.
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GMIT Conferring of Awards to take place online (24-28 Nov 2020)
GMIT’s annual conferring ceremonies will be held fully online this year with 14 sessions taking place over five days, from Tuesday 24 November to Saturday 28 November (2020).
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GMIT staff choir release new video of "Hold me, Rock me"
The GMIT Staff choir GMIT Voices today (Monday, 9 November 2020) released their first virtual choir video of the new academic term “Hold Me, Rock Me”, which is now available on GMIT social media channels www.facebook.com/GMITOfficial an
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Science student wins top award at SURE conference for research on safety of daily use cosmetics
GMIT Science student Tamara Jordan has won a prestigious national award at this year’s Science Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Network Awards for her research project examining the safety of daily use cosmetics and for her communication skills in delivering her findings to a large virtua
October 2020
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GMIT-led EU project supporting female food entrepreneurs shortlisted in UK/Ireland awards
An innovative GMIT-led project supporting the growth and sustainability of female food entrepreneurs in the European Union has been shortlisted in the Green Gown Awards 2020 (UK and Ireland).
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Student's "Remote Robot" wins National Midas Third Level Project competition
A GMIT Engineering student’s project “Remote Robot” has won joint first place in this year’s National Midas Third Level Electronic Project Competition: Ruairi Doherty from Creagh, Ballinasloe, Co Galway, who completed the B.
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GMIT launches digital edition of new GMIT Prospectus
GMIT’s Schools Liaison Office is pleased to unveil its new digital version of the GMIT Prospectus 2021/22 which is now available to browse on https://flipbook.proactive.ie/view/461759/82/ on all devices.
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GMIT Academic Writing Centre now operating fully online
GMIT is delighted to announce that its excellent academic resource for students, the GMIT Academic Writing Centre, has transitioned fully to online delivery, offering focused academic writing tuition to all students, at all levels, across all disciplines on the Galway and Mayo campuses.
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GMIT to host online coding activities as part of nationwide DojoMór2020
GMIT is delighted to be a partner in hosting DojoMór2020, an exciting and fun online coding event for young people aged 7 to 17, where in one day (Saturday 24 October 2020), right across Ireland, they learn to create a simple game, build a website, and programme some electronics.
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GMIT, TU Dublin and CIT to host conference online showcasing exciting research projects by undergraduate students (Fri 16 Oct)
GMIT, as part of the Science Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Network, is delighted to host the third annual SURE Conference (SURE2020) which will go live on https://forms.gle/oVjzyhrPPeH3c9rj9 on Friday, 16 October, 2020 in association wi
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CUA institutes welcome €5.7m tranformation funding for technology universities
The Presidents of the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) institutes, Dr Orla Flynn, GMIT, Paul Hannigan, LYIT, and Dr Brendan McCormack, IT Sligo, warmly welcome the announcement of €5.7m under the HEA Technological University Transformation Fund (TUTF) as the CUA works to become a TU for the West a
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CUA institutes to collaborate on six HCI funded projects to help develop and transform Higher Education
Higher Education is set to reimagine teaching and learning through an innovative and ambitious proposal led by Institute of Technology, Sligo, with the announcement of €12.4 million funding under the Human Capital Initiative announced on Monday 05 October by Minister for Further and Higher Educat
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GMIT's first virtual Careers Fair goes live Monday 5 October (3-5pm)
The GMIT Careers Service is delighted to announce its first ever Virtual Careers Fair which will go live on the Career Fair Plus app, www.careerfairplus.com, on Monday, 5 October from 12 to 3pm.This event brings together both employers and students in a
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GMIT Letterfrack unveils new Design Award with Farrell Furniture
GMIT Letterfrack and Farrell Furniture (Co Louth) are proud to announce that Gerry Murray, a final year (2020) student on the Bachelor of Science in Furniture Design & Manufacture, is the first winner of the annual Conor Farrell Design Award for Excellence in Design (2020).
September 2020
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GMIT and SU welcome students and urge continued compliance with public health guidelines
The GMIT President Dr Orla Flynn and the President of the GMIT Students Union Victor O'Loughlin today (Mon 28 Sept 2020) welcome all students for the beginning of the new academic year, and urge new first years to check the GMIT Student Hub (http
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Attendees at recent GMIT entrepreneurship webinar share views on new mindset since Covid
A question “How has your mindset changed since the pandemic?” put to attendees at the recent EMPOWER and Spirit of Entrepreneurship webinar hosted by GMIT Mayo iHub reveals a surprising variety of positive responses.
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CUA presidents resume onsite meetings as preparations to become a TU step up
The Presidents of the three Institutes in the Connacht Ulster Alliance (CUA) recently resumed onsite face to face meetings for the first time since the Covid-19 enforced shutdown, as the three institutes prepare to re-open all campuses for new and continuing students across the West and North Wes
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GMIT iHub to co-host online event as part of Mayo Ideas Week (Thurs 24 Sept,10am)
GMIT Mayo Innovation Hub will host an online event with WestBIC and Grant Thornton on Thursday 24 September (10am) focusing on R&D supports and EU Funding for start-ups.
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GMIT art students hold Graduate Show in city's Printworks, opening Culture Night
Final year Contemporary Art students from GMIT’s Cluain Mhuire campus will hold their graduate art show in the Galway city centre Connacht Tribune Printworks (Market St) this year with the event formally opened by GMIT President Dr Orla Flynn on Culture Night, Friday 18 September at 7pm
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Student's Remote Robot shortlisted for 2020 3rd level Midas Electronic Project Competition
A GMIT Engineering student’s project “Remote Robot” has been shortlisted for this year’s national 2020 – 3rd Level Midas Electronic Project Competition. Ruairi Doherty from Ballinasloe, Co Galway, completed the B.
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Two new GMIT graduates join Fáilte Ireland Graduate Training Programme
Following the success of the Fáilte Ireland Graduate Training Programme for graduates of the Galway International Hotel School in 2019, Fáilte Ireland has accepted two new graduates onto the training programme for 2020; Ciara O’Toole (BA Honours in Heritage Studies) and Hannah Smyth (BB Honours i
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SmartBay Ireland and GMIT announce a new Masters in Research Scholarship
SmartBay Ireland, in collaboration with GMIT is delighted to announce the call for applications for a new Masters in Research Scholarship programme.
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GMIT publishes COVID-19 Response Plan
GMIT today (Tuesday 1 September 2020) published in full its COVID-19 Response Plan outlining the ongoing measures implemented across all campuses and centres to ensure the safe ret
August 2020
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GMIT awarded €1.06m grant for capital works and equipment
The President of GMIT, Dr Orla Flynn, welcomes the announcement today (Thursday 27 August 2020) by the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris, TD, of a grant of €1,067,000 for capital works and equipment in GMIT.
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GMIT and GRETB offer Maths course for second chance admission to GMIT
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Galway Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) are pleased to jointly offer a Maths course to CAO applicants who do not achieve the required grade in Maths in their Leaving Certificate, giving students a second chance to gain admission to some
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Plans progress for GMIT STEM building as Government proceeds with PPP programme
The President of GMIT, Dr Orla Flynn, welcomes the Government’s recent decision to proceed with the Higher Education (HE) Public Private Partnership (PPP) programme including GMIT’s new STEM building.
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Leading business women to take part in GMIT iHub Spirit of Entrepreneurship webinar
GMIT’s Mayo Business Innovation Hub (iHub), through the EMPOWER Women’s Entrepreneurship Programme, will host its annual Spirit of Entrepreneurship event online this year.
July 2020
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GMIT International Hotel School named in Top 10 Hospitality Management Institutes worldwide
GMIT has an international reputation for offering industry-relevant courses to the Tourism industry since opening in 1972.
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GMIT and EU consortium awarded €4.4m Erasmus Mundus funding for International MSc in Marine Biology programme
GMIT and a consortium of European Higher Education Institute partners have been awarded funding of €4.4 million under the EU Erasmus+ Key Action 1 - Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees 2020, to continue delivery of the International Master of Science in Marine Biological Resources (IMBRSea).
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GMIT President welcomes visit from the Australian Head of Mission to Ireland
The President of GMIT, Dr Orla Flynn, this week (Tuesday 7 July 2020) welcomed the Australian Head of Mission to Ireland, Mr Robert Owen-Jones, to GMIT.
June 2020
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GMIT and Canadian college pleased to offer first joint international hospitality course
GMIT’s Galway International Hotel School and St Lawrence College, Ontario, Canada, have signed a new articulation agreement which will support the global tourism industry by offering an international hospitality award to Irish and Canadian students and is due to begin later this year.
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GMIT Letterfrack works with stakeholders on roadmap to support sector
GMIT’s Letterfrack campus has been synonymous with furniture design and wood technology since 1987, working with regionally dispersed, small and micro enterprises in areas such as architectural woodworking, cabinetmaking, panel processing, kitchen manufacturing, bespoke furniture, shop fitting an
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GMIT awarded €4.7m to deliver 25 Springboard & HCI upskilling courses
GMIT has been awarded funding of €2.68m under the HEA’s Springboard+2020 and €2.02m under Pillar 1 of the Human Capital Initiative (HCI) to deliver 25 upskilling programmes from November this year (2020) including three new Springboard courses and six new HCI Pillar 1 courses.
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GMIT President advises students to continue their higher education in 2020/21
The President of GMIT, Dr Orla Flynn, together with the presidents of Ireland’s Institutes of Technology, encourages incoming students and continuing students across the country to continue their higher education in the next academic year (2020/21) and to progress with study toward careers that w
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GMIT Choir Master Seán Rowland releases sequel "Search for the Hero"
It was never going to be a case of sitting on your laurels for award-winning choir master Seán Rowland. Back in April, the Galway Musical Director produced a captivating video of GMIT’s virtual choir singing John Lennon’s “Imagine” - to widespread acclaim.
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GMIT Letterfrack students design and make flag memorial vessel for Dáil Éireann
A group of second year students studying on the B.Sc (Hons) in Furniture Design and Manufacture in GMIT Letterfrack, the National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology, have recently completed a project with the Office of Public Works (OPW).
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GMIT delivers last batch of face visors to GUH
While the campus doors may be closed, the work goes on. Over the last eleven short weeks, GMIT staff have been challenged in exceptional ways. Whilst having to adapt to new ways of teaching and assessing online, they have also been engaged in the background supporting the fight against COVID-19
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Dr Seán Duffy appointed Executive Project Lead of the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA)
The Presidents of the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) of GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT welcome the appointment of Dr Seán Duffy to the position of CUA Executive Project Lead as the alliance proceeds towards becoming a Technological University (TU) for the West and North-west of Ireland.
May 2020
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GMIT staff member producing hundreds of reusable face coverings for nursing homes in region
A member of staff in GMIT’s School of Design and Creative Arts has been putting her creative skills and resources to invaluable use since April, making hundreds of reusable face coverings for use in nursing homes and more recently for GMIT staff who opt to wear them on return to campus.
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GMIT Mayo art students to host virtual graduate exhibition (goes live 5 June 6pm)
An exciting exhibition of artwork by students on the GMIT Mayo BA in Contemporary Art Practices course will be unveiled online, instead of on campus, going live on Zoom on Friday, 5 June at 6 pm. This will be the first of several virtual exhibitions this summer, showcasing the work of GMIT desig
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GMIT offers new MSc in Design & Innovation co-designed with industry (webinar 28 May)
Six departments across GMIT have collaborated with a wide range of industry and service sector groups to develop a ground-breaking new postgraduate course, the Master of Science in Design & Innovation, commencing delivery in September (2020).
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GMIT team lead development of new low-cost emergency ventilator
Staff within the GMIT School of Engineering have designed and developed a new type of emergency ventilator that can be produced rapidly and inexpensively to assist the medical profession in the treatment of COIVD-19 patients.
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Statement from the Technological Higher Education Association on behalf of the Institutes of Technology in Ireland
We welcome the announcement by the Minister for Education and Skills Joe McHugh, TD, regarding the completion of the 2020 senior cycle assessment process, and specifically the replacement of the planned Leaving Certificate examinations with an alternative grading system. We acknowledge the consi
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GMIT researchers to explore the art of ethical taxidermy in marine science education
GMIT has been awarded funding from the Irish Research Council to develop an exciting marine science outreach project on ethical taxidermy (stuffing and preserving animals found dead) to raise awareness of the effects of pollution on seabirds.
April 2020
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Women's EMPOWER programme to roll out across West and North-West from June
EMPOWER, the women’s entrepreneurship programme due to be delivered in the iHubs on GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT campuses next month (May) will now be delivered fully online from June, in line with the continuing physical distancing restrictions around COVID-19.
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GMIT virtual open day goes live, complemented by weekly live Q&A from 1 May
GMIT is pleased to announce a new ‘Virtual Open Day’ online experience for prospective students and their families.
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Galway musical director Sean Rowland produces video of GMIT Virtual Choir singing John Lennon's "Imagine"
New GMIT President Dr Orla Flynn meets staff and students for first time at online rehearsals
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GMIT producing vital equipment and PPE materials in race to stop COVID-19
GMIT staff are working all out producing and delivering vital equipment and PPE materials for health care workers in hospitals, pharmacies, GP surgeries and care settings across the west, in the race to stop the spread of COVID-19.
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Dr Orla Flynn takes over as GMIT President amidst Covid fight
GMIT welcomed the arrival of Dr Orla Flynn as President of GMIT on 18 March in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic.
March 2020
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Contact Tracing Centres established in GMIT in partnership with HSE
GMIT staff commenced work today (Monday 30 March) as contract tracing volunteers in a newly established Contact Tracing Centre in the Dublin Road (Galway) campus, set up in partnership with the Health Service Executive (HSE). Work is also ongoing to operate another Contact Tracing Centre in the
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Unique free online Certificate in Family Business course launched in GMIT
The GMIT School of Business has been awarded funding through the Government/HEA Springboard+ programme to provide a free online course in Family Business to 50 successful applicants.
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GMIT Construction Conference hears industry output to jump by 10% in 2020 amid concerns about skills shortages and tender price inflation
The 10th annual GMIT International Construction Management Conference took place on Tuesday last, 3 March, in the GMIT Dublin Road campus with over 350 delegates attending various sessions throughout the day.
February 2020
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GMIT academics outline impact of Blockchain technology on Accountancy profession
Chartered Accountants Ireland has published an article by two academics in the GMIT School of Business about Blockchain technology and its impact on the accounting profession in Ireland.
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GMIT celebrates Women's International Day with series of events (4-12 March)
GMIT is delighted to announce an exciting programme of events to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day on the theme ‘Each for Equal’ (#EachforEqual).
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France and Ireland links to be celebrated at GMIT and Franco Irish Forum events (1-4 April)
French and Irish students will compete in a cook-off as part of a culinary and heritage showcase at
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150 employers to attend GMIT Hotel School Careers Fair (4 March)
Over 80 stands and 150 employers in the hotel and hospitality industry Ireland and abroad are to take part in the GMIT International Hotel School’s annual Careers Fair on Wednesday next, 4 March, in GMIT’s Sports Hall at the Dublin Road campus in Galway (2.30pm to 4pm).
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GMIT hosts public lecture "Brexit and the Irish Economy" by ESRI's Research Professor Martina Lawless (Mon 2 March)
Martina Lawless, research professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI), will deliver a public lecture on the topic “Brexit and the Irish Economy” to final year GMIT business students on Monday, 2 March, 1pm (Room 128), GMIT Galway (Dublin Road) campus.
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GMIT launches new brand uniting sports activities across all campuses for the first time
GMIT has unveiled an exciting new identity for its sports activities across all campuses, bringing student teams and individuals together under the one sports brand, ‘GMIT Falcons’, for the first time in the history of the college.
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GMIT Mayo hosts public event focusing on rights of those brought up in care (21 Feb)
GMIT Mayo is hosting a public event to mark World Care Day 2020 on Friday, 21 February (10am – 1pm), which celebrates the experiences of children and young people brought up in care and their rights.
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Basking Sharks sampled in early spring in Ireland are genetically different
Basking Sharks sampled off west Kerry in early spring are genetically different to all other Basking Sharks sampled in the northeast Atlantic is just one of the findings just published from the largest ever study of basking shark genetics.
January 2020
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GMIT Mayo to host National Surf Intervarsities (6-8 March)
Top surfers from third-level colleges in Ireland will gather in County Mayo from Friday 6 to Sunday 8 March when GMIT Mayo hosts the Surf Intervarsities 2020.
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GMIT Letterfrack selected to exhibit work at prestigious international furniture fair
Students and graduates of GMIT Letterfrack’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design and Technology have been selected to exhibit at one of the world’s leading furniture and lighting exhibitions - the Stockholm Furniture Fair (4 – 8 February 2020).
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New Creative Enterprise Hub to be constructed at GMIT Cluain Mhuire campus
GMIT welcomes an Enterprise Ireland grant of €2.7m from the Regional Enterprise Development Fund (REDF) for the Comhoibriú CLG ‘Creative Enterprise West’ (CREW) project based at GMIT’s Creative Arts & Media campus.
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Researchers find benefits of fitapps depend on users' motivation
A study into how fitness apps can affect users, conducted by Dr Trevor Clohessy, GMIT School of Business, and Dr Eoin Whelan, Cairnes School of Business and Economics, NUIG, has found the apps can lead to both positive and negative wellbeing outcomes, depending on the person’s social motivation f
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GMIT Mayo offers brand new course in Community Development and Youth Work
GMIT Mayo’s Department of Nursing and Health Sciences is pleased to announce a brand-new CAO course, the Bachelor of Arts in Community Development and Youth Work, which commences in September this year in the Mayo campus.
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GMIT and Mayo GAA offer second run of popular sports coaching part-time course
GMIT Mayo is pleased to offer, for the second year, the innovative new 13-week course in Contemporary Sports Coaching Practices, developed by GMIT academics in association with members of Mayo GAA.
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Information evening on 'Pathways to GMIT' for further education and mature students
GMIT will host an open evening on Wednesday next, 22 January, 5 to 7pm, in the Galway (Dublin Road) campus for Further Education, PLC and mature students interested in progressing to third-level education courses in GMIT.
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Remote working and wellness is focus of GMIT Mayo 'Digital West' 2020
Now in its third year, GMIT Mayo’s Digital West event will take place on Tuesday 28 January 2020.
December 2019
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New study led by GMIT shows elevated levels of persistent pollutants in killer whales stranded in Ireland
Killer whales are an iconic species in the world’s oceans. They are also at the top of the food chain and able to concentrate persistent pollutants to very high levels, a new study carried out by GMIT and the Marine Institute shows.
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GMIT MET Gateway team wins top industry award
The Enterprise Ireland Medical & Engineering Technologies (MET) Gateway, based at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), has won the Irish MedTech Association ‘Academic Contribution to Medtech Award’ at the recent CEO Medtech Rising conference and awards ceremony in Galway city.
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GMIT Mayo offers new industry-aligned part-time MSc in Digital Media and Marketing
GMIT Mayo is pleased to announce a brand-new part-time post graduate programme, the Master of Science in Digital Media and Marketing, which will commence delivery in January 2020. The two-year Level 9 course is suitable for those who hold a primary degree in any discipline and wish to gain a pos
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CUA welcomes external advisers to support its flexible learning and digital capability project
The Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) of GMIT, LYIT and IT Sligo are building the digital and flexible learning capability of staff and students in its eight campuses in the West and North West in its efforts to meet the criteria to apply for Technological University (TU) designation.
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GMIT developing and supporting female food entrepreneurs
GMIT has become a key driver in conducting research and producing resources aimed at boosting innovation and entrepreneurship across Europe’s rural communities through numerous European and international research projects.
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Chart success for three Galway choirs
Trending at number one in the overall Irish iTunes chart, GMIT Voices and The GMIT Student Choir with special guests Scoil íde Children’s Choir are at present riding high and full of Christmas spirit with their magical cover of Home Alone’s 'Somewhere In My Memory'. After releasing the charity s
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Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) to formally apply for Technological University (TU) designation next year (2020)
The ambition of GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT to become a Technological University (TU) has moved a step closer with a very significant meeting of all three Governing Bodies of the Connacht Ulster Alliance (CUA) in Donegal recently.
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Dr Orla Flynn appointed President of GMIT
The Governing Body of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Orla Flynn as President of GMIT.
November 2019
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GMIT/HSE team present findings of first survey of students' knowledge of antibiotic use
The findings of the first Irish survey of college students’ awareness and knowledge of misuse and abuse of antibiotics were presented to the public at an open lecture in GMIT on Monday 18 November, marking European Antibiotic Awareness Day (EAAD).
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NTMA's Rossa White to deliver lecture to GMIT students on "Characterising Ireland's financial cycle"
Rossa White, Chief Economist with the National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA), will deliver a lecture on “Characterising Ireland’s financial cycle” to GMIT business students in the Galway campus on Friday, 29 November, at 11am (Room 1039). Members of the public are welcome to attend.
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Rachel McCarthy and Dr Liam Morris awarded 2019 GMIT President’s Award for Teaching Excellence
GMIT lecturers Rachel McCarthy, School of Science & Computing, and Dr Liam Morris, School of Engineering, have been awarded the 2019 GMIT President’s Award for Teaching Excellence, presented by Acting President of GMIT Dr Michael Hannon at the recent annual conferrings in the Galmont Hotel, G
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Engineering students' proposals for complex building project on inner city site win All Ireland CIOB Challenge 2019
A team of talented building and civil engineering degree students in GMIT have won the coveted All Ireland Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Student Challenge 2019 for developing the best detailed proposals for a complex building heritage project on a busy commercial site in inner city Dubli
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GMIT Conferrings celebrate first graduates of 11 new courses
Over 1,630 GMIT students are being conferred with awards at this year’s GMIT Conferrings taking place in Galway this month (November), with the Mayo campus conferrings taking place on Friday week, 29 November (11.30am), in the Royal Theatre, Castlebar.
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Plans progress for new state of the art STEM building at GMIT Galway
GMIT is delighted to announce it has submitted a planning application for a new state of the art building at the Galway campus to cater for the delivery of programmes in the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM).
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New bursary to benefit architectural technology students in GMIT
Architectural Technology students in GMIT’s Department of Building & Civil Engineering are to benefit from a new bursary announced this semester by MOY Materials.
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International opportunities for students as GMIT Mayo and Canadian college sign new exchange agreement
GMIT Mayo Campus is pleased to announce a new partnership with Niagara College, Canada, which will provide international exchange opportunities for students and staff of Early Childhood Education and Care courses in both colleges.
October 2019
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GMIT researcher Dr Olga Lyashevska wins Gold Silver and Bronze in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and judo
Staff in GMIT’s Marine and Freshwater Research Centre in Galway are celebrating the latest success of their colleague, Dr Olga Lyashevska, at the World Judo Championship in Morocco where she won the bronze medal this October. Earlier in the year Olga was a gold medallist at the European Brazilia
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GMIT Mayo showcases all courses and facilities at Open Day (2 Nov)
GMIT Mayo is opening its doors to the public this Saturday, 2 November (10am to 1pm), to showcase its range of full and part-time courses across the departments of Nursing & Health Sciences, and Social Care, Business, Humanities and Technology including the award-winning Bachelor of Business
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EMPOWER women's entrepreneurship programme to be rolled out to three more counties
EMPOWER, the women’s entrepreneurship programme delivered in GMIT’s Innovation Hubs to women in Galway, Mayo and Roscommon, has been allocated over €300,000 in funding to extend delivery of the successful programme to counties Sligo, Donegal and Leitrim.
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CUA consortium welcomes €90m allocation to support TU development
The Presidents of GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT (Connacht-Ulster Alliance) welcome the announcement today (9 October 2019) by the Minister of State for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor TD, of an increase of over €153 million for tertiary education including a multi-annual fund of €90
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First group complete new manufacturing technicians apprenticeship course
The first cohort of GMIT students on the new Ibec Manufacturing Technician Apprenticeship programme completed the course recently, receiving their Ibec Certificates of Achievement at a ceremony organised by Ibec in the Galmont Hotel, Galway (2 October 2019).
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Weather warning notice
Due to the status orange weather warning issued by Met Éireann and in the interests of student and staff safety, all GMIT campuses will close from 5pm today (Thurs 3 Oct). All campuses are expected to re-open as normal tomorrow (Fri 4 Oct).
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ESRI's Professor John Fitzgerald to deliver guest lecture in GMIT
Professor John Fitzgerald, adjunct professor in Economics at Trinity College Dublin and former research professor at the Economic and Social Research Institute, will deliver his annual lecture on “The Irish economy and policy challenges” to GMIT business students in GMIT’s Galway campus
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GMIT MET awarded €840,000 for new medical device testing facility
GMIT’s Medical and Engineering Technologies (MET) Gateway is to receive €840,000 in Government funding to build a state-of-the-art medical imaging test facility for the development of next generation medical technologies.
September 2019
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World's first seafood traceability tool launched by GMIT-led consortium
A study carried out by a multi-institutional research team led by Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) in collaboration with the National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG) has resulted in the development of the world’s first scientific-based shellfish traceability tool.
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Students of MA in Creative Practice showcase their work
Metamorphosis, an exciting exhibition of work by eleven graduating artists from GMIT’s MA in Creative Practice was opened in GMIT's Centre for the Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) recently by artist Michael Minnis.
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GMIT's new Healthy Campus Initiative launched by Minister Catherine Byrne
An initiative aimed at fostering and promoting healthy living in the workplace by staff and students in GMIT was today (Monday, 23 September) launched in GMIT Galway by the Minister of State at the Department of Health with responsibility for Health Promotion and the National Drugs Strategy, Cath
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International sports scientist Professor Tim Gabbett to deliver seminar & workshop in GMIT
Internationally renowned sports scientist and researcher, Professor Tim Gabbett, will deliver a seminar and workshop on the topics ‘Pain to performance’ and ‘Train Smarter and Harder’ in GMIT on 30 September and 1 October. The events are being organised by John Duggan, lecturer on the B.Sc.
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Exciting exhibition by Creative Arts (MA) students opens to the public 20 September
Metamorphosis, an exciting exhibition of work by eleven graduating artists from GMIT’s MA in Creative Practice, opens to the public in GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) at the Cluain Mhuire campus on Friday, 20 September, 6pm.
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Centre for Creative Arts & Media (CCAM) and Brothers of Charity award first bursary to artist Jill Beardsworth
GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) and the That’s Life arts programme at the Brothers of Charity Services, Renmore, Galway, are pleased to announce that documentary film-maker Jill Beardsworth is the first recipient of The Radius Project Bursary.
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Student's livestock monitoring drone shortlisted for Ploughing Championships Innovation Award
A GMIT engineering student’s final year project, a prototype drone with integrated active RFID reader for monitoring livestock, has been shortlisted for the Innovation Arena Awards competition at this year’s National Ploughing Championship, which takes place in Ballinatrane, Fenagh, Co Carlow fro
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GMIT Open Evenings on part-time, Springboard+ and flexible delivery courses
GMIT’s Graduate and Professional Development Office will host an Open Evening on Thursday, 5 September (6-8pm) about the extensive range of part-time, Springboard+ and flexible courses available in both the Galway and Mayo campuses, commencing this month (Sept) and January 2020.
August 2019
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Connacht Rugby and GMIT partnership set to make positive impact throughout West of Ireland
Connacht Rugby and Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) have announced an exciting three-year partnership that will see collaboration in areas of research and further educational opportunities between the two institutions.
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Increase in demand for STEM, design and agri courses in GMIT
CAO figures show an increase in applications for Level 8 courses in GMIT this year (2019) in areas such as Science, Technology, Maths, Computing (STEM), Design, and Agri-Business and Agri-Science courses.
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Top awards for researcher developing method of testing surgical scenarios for congenital heart disease
Shane McHugo, a postgraduate researcher in GMIT and Enterprise Ireland’s Medical and Engineering Technology (MET) Gateway, has won two prestigious national awards for his research work on the replication of surgical procedures for the treatment of congenital heart disease, in collaboration with O
July 2019
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Group of aspiring entrepreneurs commence New Frontiers course in GMIT
A group of people with innovative start-up ideas have commenced the New Frontiers (Phase II) Entrepreneurship Programme delivered by GMIT at its Innovation Hubs in Galway and Mayo.
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GMIT Mayo offers Foundation Studies (Business) for mature learners
GMIT Mayo is pleased to offer a new part-time course, the Diploma in Foundation Studies (Business), in collaboration with NUI Galway.
June 2019
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Med Science student wins top award in national science competition for project on antibiotic resistance reversal
Students from the B.Sc.
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Business School announces third (free) Entrepreneur Summer Camp for second-level pupils
A free Young Entrepreneur Summer Camp for 40 second-level students will run this summer in GMIT’s Galway (Dublin Road) campus, commencing 8 July.
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Letterfrack students showcase furniture in summer exhibition (19 June - 29 August)
A stunning exhibition of student furniture is soon to be opened on the renowned Letterfrack campus of GMIT.
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GMIT awarded €2.2m to deliver 14 HEA Springboard courses from September
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has been awarded €2.2m from the Higher Education Authority (HEA) to deliver 14 Springboard courses in its campuses in Galway and Mayo from September.
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GMIT signs new MOU with Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board
The President of GMIT, Dr Michael Hannon, and the Chief Executive of Limerick and Clare Education and Training Board, Mr George O’Callaghan, today (10 June) formed a new partnership aimed at enhancing access and new opportunities to higher and further education provision in the West and Mid-West
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GMIT welcomes election of graduate Aideen Barry to Aosdána
The Head of GMIT’s School of Design and Creative Arts, Dr Paddy Tobin, welcomes the election of visual artist Aideen Barry to Aosdána, the affiliation of creative artists in Ireland.
May 2019
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The Gaelic Players Association and the Women’s Gaelic Players Association Sign Scholarship Partnership with Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology
The Gaelic Players Association (GPA) and the Women’s Gaelic Players Association (WGPA) in association with Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) have announced a number of new scholarships open to members of the organisations.
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GMIT art students showcase their work in exciting Graduate Degree Show
Final-year art students in GMIT’s School of Design and Creative Arts will hold an exciting exhibition of their work in GMIT’s Cluain Mhuire campus, opening Saturday, 1 June, at 2pm.
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GMIT Mayo Business course wins top Irish Accountancy Award 2019
Students and staff in GMIT Mayo are celebrating winning the Excellence in Education Award for the Bachelor of Business (Hons) programme at the 2019 national Irish Accountancy Awards.
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GMIT Mayo offers unique new course in eHealth
GMIT Mayo is pleased to announce a second run of the popular new Level 8 Certificate in eHealth, commencing September 2019.
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Ireland's first eThermal environmental testing lab opens in GMIT
An international standard “E-Thermal” environmental test facility designed to assist Irish SMEs in developing new sustainable heating products was formally opened in GMIT on Friday (10 May) by Deputy Seán Canney, Minister of State for Natural Resources, Community Affairs and Digital Development.
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GMIT Mayo Business course nominated for prestigious Irish Accountancy Award
The Bachelor of Business (Hons) programme (GA886) in GMIT Mayo has been shortlisted for a prestigious award in the ‘Excellence in Education’ category in this year’s national Irish Accountancy Awards. This programme of study can lead to two awards one in accountancy and one in business.
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GMIT celebrates 25th anniversary of BA (Hons) in Religious Studies
GMIT’s acclaimed degree course in Religious Studies is approaching its twenty-fifth anniversary and begins its next cycle in September 2019. An information evening about the course will take place in the GMIT Galway campus (room 1034) on Monday 10 June, at 6.30pm.
April 2019
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GMIT's new Strategic Plan launched by Minister Mary Mitchell O'Connor
The Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O'Connor, TD, formally launched the new GMIT Strategic Plan 2019 – 2023 at a reception in the Galway campus today (26 April) attended by the Mayor of Galway city, Cllr Niall McNelis, Dr Michael Hannon, deputising President of GMIT, Cormac MacDonnch
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Prototype 'Avalanche Backpack' and 'Smart Hurling Helmet' win top awards at students’ Engineering Expo 2019
A GMIT engineering student’s prototype of the Avalanche Backpack has won him the overall Engineers Ireland’s Project Award at GMIT’s Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Expo 2019. John O’Toole from Inishturk, Co Mayo, won the overall Mechanical Engineering Year 4 Competition.
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'Petite Treat' wins best new food product at GMIT student showcase
A selection of unique food products created by third year BA Culinary Arts students in GMIT were showcased in the Galway International Hotel School recently with student Jarlath Mc Dermott, Lady Gregory Hotel, Gort, winning best product for ‘Petite Treat, a healthy, gluten-free, frozen, coconut-b
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GMIT Voices win “Best Newcomer” at prestigious choir competition
GMIT’s new workplace choir, GMIT Voices, were crowned "Best Newcomer" on Saturday evening (13 April) at the annual SCCUL Choir Factor Competition which took place in Clarinbridge.
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Employers in built environment say urgent increase in graduates needed to meet demand
Over twenty employers from Ireland and the UK attended a careers fair in GMIT offering numerous positions for graduates in the Built Environment sector.
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New book "Struggles for Empowerment" by Dr Teresa Bruen and Professor Ambreen Shahriar
A new book “Struggles for empowerment – Higher Education stories from East and West”, co- authored by Dr Teresa Bruen, GMIT Mayo, and Professor Ambreen Shahriar from the University of Sindh, Hyderabad, Pakistan, was formally launched at the Mayo campus this week (10 April 2019).
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Great interest from school pupils in civil engineering lab demonstrations
Over eighty students from secondary and primary schools in Galway attended laboratory demonstrations in the GMIT Building & Civil Engineering Department which were designed to give pupils a flavour of the various career opportunities in civil engineering, as part of Engineers Week (March).
March 2019
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Six GMIT Letterfrack students to compete in Ireland Skills Live 2019
Six students at GMIT’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology in Letterfrack have successfully qualified to compete at this year’s Ireland Skills Live Event at the RDS in Dublin from 21 to 23 March.
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87% of GMIT graduates in employment or further study (Class of 2017 survey)
87% percent of GMIT graduates (Class of 2017) were in employment or further study nine months after graduating, the latest “HEA Graduate Outcomes Survey – Class of 2017” shows.
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GMIT's Shane McHugo awarded Allergan Innovation Award for his research on congenital heart disease
Shane McHugo, a postgraduate researcher in GMIT and Enterprise Ireland’s Medical and Engineering Technology (MET) Gateway, has been awarded the Allergan Innovation Award for his research on congenital heart disease.
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GMIT celebrates International Women's Day with programme of open events (6 - 8 March)
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce a programme of public events and activities marking International Women’s Day 2019 (8 March) which are taking place in all campuses in Galway and Mayo from Wednesday 6 March to Friday 8 March, and in Higher Education Institutes acr
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GMIT science lecturer Dr Cormac Quigley wins top Education Award 2019
Dr Cormac Quigley, GMIT lecturer in Chemistry & Forensic Science, has been awarded ‘Best Use of Educational Technology’ on behalf of the School of Science and Computing at the Education Awards 2019.
February 2019
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9th International Construction Management Day Conference (Tues 5 March)
The National Development Plan, Digitalising Project Delivery, BIM benefits and the post Grenfell Tower Quality Commission Report are some of the topics that will be discussed and debated at this year’s GMIT annual International Construction Management Day Conference taking place in the Galway (Du
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Dr Easkey Britton marks International Women's Day with public lecture in GMIT Mayo
In celebration of International Women’s Day, GMIT Mayo Students Services are delighted to welcome champion surfer, environmentalist and ambassador for women’s surfing and gender equality Dr Easkey Britton who will give a presentation entitled "We are ocean: cross-cultural connections between peop
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Katharine West announced as new Fulbright Ambassador at GMIT
The Fulbright Commission is delighted to announce that Katharine West, lecturer in Ceramics, Contemporary Art and Industrial Design at the Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) Centre for Creative Arts and Media (CCAM), is the new Fulbright Alumni Ambassador for GMIT.
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Two GMIT film graduates selected for prestigious Berlinale Festival
Each year the Berlin International Film Festival selects emerging filmmaking talent from each European country to showcase rising talent.
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CUA awarded €2.84m to develop new flexible learning options in west & northwest
The Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA), comprised of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), Institute of Technology Sligo (ITS), and Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT), has been awarded €2.8m funding under the new Higher Education Innovation and Transformation Fund to develop new flexibl
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Engineering School hosts lab demos and workshops for schools as part of Engineers Week
Students and staff in the GMIT School of Engineering are hosting a series of laboratory demonstrations and workshops for secondary and primary school pupils, week commencing Monday, 4 March, as part of Engineers Week.
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GMIT Engineering lecturer designs digital badge that will benefit graduates and employers
A lecturer in the Department of Building & Civil Engineering, Wayne Gibbons, has developed a Digital Badge in association with RPS, a multinational engineering consultancy firm, which recognises and rewards students who demonstrate outstanding communications and mentoring talent as well as te
January 2019
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GMIT Business School hosts free revision sessions for LC Accounting pupils
The School of Business in GMIT is holding free revision sessions in Leaving Certificate Honours Accounting in its Galway (Dublin Road) campus during February and March.
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GMIT hosts EU forum aimed at establishing new network of hotel schools in Europe
Tutors in the hotel, catering and tourism industry in five European countries including Ireland will take part in a three-day consultation forum in GMIT from 29 to 31 January to start the process of creating a new European network of Hotel and Catering Schools that will improve employability for
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GMIT Mayo offers exciting new course in Contemporary Sports Coaching Practices
GMIT Mayo is pleased to offer an exciting new part-time course developed in association with Mayo GAA called ‘Contemporary Sports Coaching Practices’, which was formally launched at a reception in the Mayo campus on Friday 25 January.
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'Cookalicious' start up (GMIT iHub) wins EMPOWER pitch competition
The second cohort of women entrepreneurs on the EMPOWER Start Programme in GMIT iHubs marked their completion of the course by taking part in a final pitch session, Dragons Den style, in the GMIT Galway campus recently (14 January).
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GMIT Mayo 'Digital West' event to focus on Design
Now in its second year, GMIT Mayo’s 'Digital West' event will take place on Tuesday, 29 January. Organised by academic staff in collaboration with the GMIT Innovation Hub located on campus, this year's event will focus on design. "Design is a funny word.
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Ecology and Evolution Conference to discuss current global challenges
170 ecologists will be jointly hosted by NUI Galway and GMIT as part of the second ‘Ecology and Evolution’ conference of the Irish Ecological Association (IEA) from Thursday 10 January to Saturday 12 January (2019).
December 2018
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Business school offers new Certificate in Business in Agricultural Entrepreneurship
The GMIT School of Business have been awarded funding through the Government/HEA funded Springboard+ programme to provide an online course in Agricultural Entrepreneurship to 40 successful applicants.
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Medical Science student wins top European and national awards for her final year research project
A GMIT Medical Science student, Hayley Foy-Stones from Rhode in Co Offaly, has won top national and international awards for her final year research project, titled “The association of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) with P16ink4a in Head and Neck Cancer”.
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Science lecturer wins four titles at World Powerlifting Championships 2018
Staff and students in GMIT’s School of Science & Computing are celebrating the remarkable achievements of lecturer Dr David Mac Hale who won four top titles in the 2018 100% Raw World Powerlifting Championships in the United States recently, after only taking up the competitive sport three ye
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iHubs launch second cycle of EMPOWER as figures show Irish women rank 8th for start ups in EU
Figures from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor show that Irish women rank eighth in Europe for early stage entrepreneurial activity.
November 2018
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GMIT Heritage Studies modules on offer to the general public from January 2019
GMIT has a long-established tradition of excellence in delivering programmes in Heritage Studies to undergraduate students. From January 2019, a selection of modules from the full-time Heritage Studies programmes will be on offer on a stand-alone basis to non-CAO applicants and to the general pu
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Portumna student wins top prize in national MIDAS electronic project competition
Paul Casey, a third-year student on the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Services & Automation Engineering, has scooped the top award in the 2018 third-level MIDAS Electronic Project Competition, for designing, building and programming a product called ‘Check Weigher Conveyor System’, fo
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Professor Neville McClenaghan appointed Vice President, GMIT Mayo campus
GMIT is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Neville McClenaghan to the post of Vice President, GMIT Mayo campus. Professor McClenaghan comes to GMIT from the University of Ulster where he held a number of roles including Course Director of the B.Sc.
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Mayor of Galway to launch 'See the Wood from the Trees' by GMIT lecturers (Tues 27 Nov)
Wood, whether living trees or felled timber, is celebrated in See The Wood From The Trees, a new book by GMIT Letterfrack lecturers, Dr Marion McGarry and Dermot O’Donovan, which will be formally launched at a reception in GMIT Galway on Tuesday, 27 November, by the Mayor of the City of Galway, C
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GMIT Mayo student conference finds young voices crucial in decision-making
GMIT Mayo students recently hosted ‘Young Voices’, a conference highlighting the importance of including young people in decision-making, based on youth-led research supported by Foroige and Tochar Valley Rural Community Network.
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Dr Heather Lally and Dr Ian McLoughlin receive President's Award for Teaching Excellence
Two outstanding academics from the GMIT School of Science & Computing, Dr Heather Lally and Dr Ian McLoughlin, were presented with the GMIT President’s Award for Teaching Excellence at this year’s GMIT Conferring ceremonies, attended by their families, friends and colleagues.
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GMIT hosts European Young Chef Competition (26 Nov) at FoodieForum
On Monday 26 November, The Galway International Hotel School, GMIT, will host the 2018 European Region of Gastronomy Young Chef competition in conjunction with The FoodieForum educational platform.
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GMIT launches interactive web portal connecting EU food producers
GMIT recently made a presentation on a research project investigating current food supply chains in Europe at the International ‘Creating Entrepreneurs in Food’ Conference held by The Polish Beef Association in Warsaw, Poland.
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GMIT confers Honorary Fellowships on Sally and John McKenna
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has conferred Honorary Fellowships on award-winning journalists, authors and film makers Sally and John McKenna for their significant contribution to the food industry in Ireland.
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Exciting US photography exhibition opens in GMIT Creative Arts campus
GMIT’s Centre for the Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) this week opened a unique and exciting photography exhibition which has travelled almost 4,000 miles from Michigan State University, USA. The exhibit will be on display in CCAM at the Cluain Mhuire campus, until Friday, 30 November (2018).
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GMIT scoops top EIQA Quality Management course award for fourth year in a row
GMIT student Margaret Murray from Claregalway, Co Galway, has won the national "Student of the Year” award for Quality Management 1 from EIQA at the National Q Mark Awards formal presentation ceremony in Dublin recently.
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Artificial Intelligence conference hosted by GMIT Mayo (20 Nov)
The Innovation Hub (iHub) in GMIT Mayo is hosting a full day conference on “Artificial Intelligence and how this disruptive technology is going to change everything", next Tuesday 20 November.
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Update on the implementation of the Working Group Report on GMIT Mayo
A number of recommendations in the Working Group Report ‘Developing a Sustainable Plan for the Mayo campus’ have been implemented including the development of a new Academic Plan, Marketing & Promotion Plan, and Community and Enterprise Engagement.
October 2018
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GMIT Mayo Open Morning and Graduate Careers Fair (6 Nov)
GMIT Mayo is opening its doors to the public on Tuesday, 6 November (10am – 1pm), for an Open Morning for secondary school students, parents and anyone interested in starting or returning to third-level study as a mature student.
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GMIT Open Morning (Sat 13 Oct) for pupils, parents and mature learners
Several hundred secondary school pupils are expected to attend an Open Morning hosted by GMIT at the Galway campus this Saturday (13 October) from 10 am to 1pm.
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GMIT Mayo hosts Human Rights Seminar for people with disabilities (16 Oct)
GMIT Mayo will host a Human Rights seminar in conjunction the Rights Review Committee of Western Care Association and Mayo Self Advocacy in the Mayo campus on Tuesday, 16 October, as part of Mayo Social Inclusion week.
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Students immersed in North Mayo landscape for new module on art degree
A group of art students at GMIT Mayo have concluded a week-long painting, drawing and photography module taking in the stunning landscape of north Mayo as part of their studies on the innovative part-time Bachelor of Art in Contemporary Art Practices, the only part-time art degree course in the c
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Engineering student wins place in prestigious national final for industrial automation project
Paul Casey, a third-year student on the Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Services & Automation Engineering in GMIT, has been shortlisted as one of three finalists in the 2018 third-level MIDAS Electronic Project Competition for designing, building and programming a product called ‘Check
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ESRI's John Fitzgerald to deliver annual lecture to GMIT Business students
ESRI’s John Fitzgerald to deliver lecture to GMIT Business students on Irish economy and policy challenges
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Researchers host public workshop on marine invasive species (19 Oct)
Coastal communities around Ireland are worried about the negative impacts of invasive alien species on important marine activities.
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GMIT offers Springboard course in Food Innovation and Entrepreneurship
GMIT is delighted to offer the highly sought-after Certificate in Food Innovation and Entrepreneurship course under the Government-Higher Education Springboard programme.
September 2018
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Range of companies new to GMIT Careers Fair on 1 October
Companies new to GMIT’s Career this year are Amazon, Aerogen, Agritech, Biomedical Research, ESB, Regeneron, Ryanair, and Sidero.
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GMIT welcomes Government investment in education
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) warmly welcomes the announcement of €2M capital funding for GMIT Mayo under the Government’s recently unveiled investment in education package as part of Project Ireland 2040.
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Students and staff host Green Campus Open Day (24 Sept)
Staff and students on GMIT’s Green Campus Committee are delighted to host, for the third year, its annual Green Open Day at the Dublin Road (Galway) campus on Monday, 24 September, as part of the 2018 Loving Galway Festival - Celebrating our Green and Blue Spaces (20 – 30 September 2018).
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Graduates of MA in Creative Practice host exciting exhibition in City's Printworks Gallery
An exciting collaborative exhibition, MA18, presented by graduates of GMIT’s Master of Arts in Creative Practice, opens on Culture Night, 21 September, in the Connacht Tribune Printworks Gallery, Galway city centre, at 7pm.
August 2018
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Increase in demand for STEM, Design and Agriculture programmes in GMIT
Interest in GMIT programmes remains the same as last year, this year’s CAO figures show, with increases in demand for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) related disciplines, as well as courses in Design and Agriculture.
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Update on the implementation of the GMIT Mayo Working Group Plan
In March 2017 a working group was convened by the Minister for Education to consider the challenges faced by the Mayo Campus of GMIT. The working group produced a report in October 2017.
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Minister Heather Humphreys turns the sod on GMIT iHub extension
The Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys, TD, today (Thursday 9 August) turned the first sod on the site of the new extension to GMIT’s Innovation Hub (iHub) at the GMIT Galway campus.
July 2018
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Two architectural technology students shortlisted in international competition finals
Two GMIT Architectural Technology students, Declan Moran from Killanin, Co Galway, and Gerard Fay from Drung, Co Cavan, have won places in the finals of the prestigious Chartered Institute of Architectural Technology (CIAT) Student Architectural Technology (AT) Awards, which will take place in Sh
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GMIT research team to explore use of drones to test water quality
The Marine and Freshwater Research Centre (MRFC) at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has won funding from the Irish Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to assess the potential of drones to sample water and physico-chemical data from open lakes.
June 2018
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Business students help iHub client companies find BIS solutions as part of their degree studies
GMIT Business students on the B.Sc. in Business Information Systems (BIS) degree programme completed valuable work for a number of client companies in GMIT’s Innovation Hub over the past few months as part of their degree programme.
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GMIT to run second Summer Camp for Young Entrepreneurs (9-13 July)
GMIT School of Business is pleased to once again run a free Young Entrepreneur Summer Camp for 40 young people from 9 to 13 July at the Galway campus.
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GMIT offers 13 new free upskilling courses under Springboard 2018
GMIT has been successful in its application to the Higher Education Authority (HEA) to deliver 13 new free upskilling courses at its Mayo and Galway campuses under the recently announced Springboard+ 2018 programme.
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New STEM building progress welcomed by GMIT President
The President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, warmly welcomes the appointment of the technical advisers to the Higher Education PPP programme, which includes the strategically important 5,500 m² STEM building project at GMIT’s Galway campus.
May 2018
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Two exciting graduate exhibitions open to the public in June
Two exciting exhibitions showcasing the creativity and innovation of GMIT students from the Galway School of Design & Creative Arts will open to the public in the Galway city Wellpark campus and the Letterfrack campus during June.
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GMIT Met Gateway to receive €1.4m in new tranche of Government funding
GMIT’s Medical and Engineering Technologies (MET) Gateway is to receive €1.4m Government funding over the next five years to provide cutting-edge, industry focused solutions for SMEs and larger organisations across the MedTech, Engineering and Lifesciences sectors.
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Technological Higher Education Association (THEA) holds first Colloquium in GMIT
Minister for Higher Education, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, TD, opened the first annual Technological Higher Education Association (THEA) Colloquium in GMIT today (10 May).
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Industry judges praise high standards and skillsets of GMIT student engineers
A ‘domestic drying space using a heat recovery ventilation system’ and a ‘quadcopter for rapid response cardiac arrest rescue’ have won two Engineers Ireland West Project Awards at the inaugural GMIT Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Expo.
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Irish Medtech Solutions Company opens new office in GMIT iHub
i360medical, a leading Irish based international healthcare solutions and medical device company, has announced the opening of a new Galway office, based in the Innovation Hubs (iHubs) at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT). The company has existing offices in Dublin (HQ) and New York.
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BA Culinary Arts students showcase new food products
A selection of unique food products created by third year BA Culinary Arts students in GMIT were showcased in the Galway International Hotel School recently with student John Nelan receiving Best Product for his ‘Havacodo’, an avocado-based vegan chocolate snack consisting of cacao, dates and cas
April 2018
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GMIT Mayo launches Artists' Summer Residency 2018
The Mayo campus of GMIT is delighted to once again run its summer residency programme in Castlebar, providing opportunities for artists to research and develop their practice through the provision of studio space, access to GMIT’s Library facilities and participation in an exhibition on site in t
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GMIT Mayo art graduates hold first group exhibition 'Aluminium'
GMIT Mayo is delighted to host Aluminium, a show of work by GMIT alumni of the part-time BA in Art and Design programme, opening on Friday 27 April from 6 to 8 pm in St Mary’s Hall on campus.
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GMIT welcomes planning approval for Galway campus iHub extension
GMIT President, Dr Fergal Barry, welcomes the decision by Galway City Council to grant planning permission for a substantial extension to the Innovation Hub building at the Galway (Dublin Road) campus.
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Xerotech wins top prize of €10,000 in GMIT New Frontiers 'Best Emerging Business' Awards
The creator of an innovative power cell technology has won the top prize in the GMIT New Frontiers Best Emerging Business Awards.
March 2018
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TY students hold heritage exhibition in GMIT in partnership with Galway Civic Trust
An exciting heritage themed competition for Galway Transition Year students will culminate over the coming weeks with an exhibition of the students’ work in GMIT from 13 April, with the winners announced at an open ceremony on 19 April at 2pm.
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New John Costelloe scholarship for GMIT marine science students
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce a new scholarship opportunity for second year students on the Applied Freshwater and Marine Biology degree programme in GMIT.
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THEA welcomes signing into law of TU Bill 2015
Statement from the Technological Higher Education Association (THEA)
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Lá na Gaeilge le ceilliúradh i Institiúid Teicneolaíochta na Gaillimhe Maigh Eo
Mar pháirt de imeachtaí ceilliúradh Bliain na Gaeilge 2018 beidh Lá na Gaeilge ar súil ag ám lón amárach, De Ceadaoin 21ú Márta ar campús na Gaillimhe de Institiúid Teicneolaíochta na Gaillimhe-Maigh Eo.
Tá an ceilliúradh seo a eagrú ag Coiste na Gaeilge san institiúid.
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Culinary and Hospitality students treated to Masterclass in Rueda wines
Culinary Arts and Hotel Management students in GMIT were recently treated to a Masterclass on Rueda Wines by wine expert and journalist John Wilson, supported by Elizabeth Fox, certified Sherry & Rioja Wine Educator and wine lecturer in the Galway International Hotel School, GMIT.
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School children enjoy Engineers Week events hosted by GMIT
Over one hundred students from primary and secondary schools in Galway attended events in GMIT organised for Engineers Week 2018.
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GMIT and RPS collaboration wins 'Excellence in Education and Training' award in National HR Leadership and Management Awards 2018
The GMIT Department of Building & Civil Engineering and RPS were delighted to win the ‘Excellence in Education and Training’ Award at the 2018 Human Resource Leadership and Management Awards, held in Dublin recently.
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Free public seminar 'The role of the Central Bank in Consumer Protection'
GMIT is delighted to host a free public seminar on Consumer Protection by Derville Rowland, Director General, Financial Conduct, Central Bank of Ireland, on Thursday 12 April in the Galway campus (Theatre 995, 11am - 12.30pm) and Mayo campus (Theatre P002, 4.40pm to 7pm).
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Key messages from speakers at 8th International Construction Management Day Conference
An industry emerging from recession and starting to expand strongly and an industry on the cusp of massive change, driven by digitalisation of design and process and the introduction of new technologies, were the key messages delivered at this year’s GMIT International Construction Management Day
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GMIT President welcomes passing of TU Bill by Seanad
The President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, welcomes the passing by Seanad of the Technological Universities Bill which paves the way for the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) to progress towards the next stage of the application for designation as a Technological University for the West/North West.
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Business School students host 'Success in Sales' seminar addressed by industry leaders
A number of sales professionals from leading companies in the region addressed a GMIT student event called “Success in Sales” in the college recently (Tuesday 27 February).
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GMIT Galway hosts BLOC Beo debut (Thurs 8 March, from 8pm)
Caithfidh BLOC, i bpáirt le GMIT i nGaillimh, súil ar an ábhar; ‘Drugaí á gCur i nDeochanna (Drink Spiking) Déardaoin an 08 Márta ag 8.00i.n i sruthú beo ar chainéil Facebook & YouTube BLOC ó champas an GMIT.
February 2018
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All GMIT campuses to re-open tomorrow, Monday 5 March
All GMIT campuses in Galway and Mayo will re-open as normal tomorrow, Monday, 5 March.
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New partnership between GMIT and Volunteer Galway
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Volunteer Galway have established a partnership aimed at enhancing civic engagement in Galway City and county.
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Third year art students' exhibition 'Lasair’ opens 15 March, 6pm, Dublin Road campus
Third year students on the new BA in Contemporary Art programme in GMIT are to showcase their work in an exciting public exhibition called Lasair in GMIT’s Dublin Road campus, opening on 15 March at 6pm.
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Art students hold art-themed fancy dress fundraiser 'Dada Dubh'
Final year art students from the Galway School of Design & Creative Arts, GMIT, are to hold an artist themed fancy dress fundraiser in the Roisin Dubh, Galway City, on Monday 5 March (8pm – 11.30pm).
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GMIT Construction Management Conference (6 March) to hear of 14% growth projections for sector in 2018
Several hundred delegates are expected to attend the 8th International Construction Management Day Conference, hosted by the GMIT Dept of Building & Civil Engineering, in GMIT Galway on Tuesday, 6 March, to hear experts deliver talks on a wide range of topics from flooding and the planning &a
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Open event on 'Finding your way to Education' for migrants (Fri, 23 Feb, 2 pm)
GMIT Mayo is delighted to host ‘Finding Your Way to Education’, an information day for New Irish who are trying to navigate the Irish education system, on Friday 23 February, 2 – 5pm, in the Mayo campus.
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GMIT and Galway City Council sign up to closer collaborations to further develop city and region
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Galway City Council (GCC) have signed a new agreement setting out a commitment to work together on common principles and strategies to make the greatest and most sustainable use of the economic, social and cultural assets of Galway city and region f
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Open Evening on Accounting Programmes in GMIT (Thurs 8 Feb)
An information evening on accounting programmes offered by GMIT will take place in the GMIT Galway (Dublin Road) campus on Thursday, 8 February, 2017, from 6.30pm to 8:30pm.
It will include information on the following courses:
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NUI Galway and GMIT students urged to take part in 2018 survey
This February, NUI Galway and GMIT are working together to encourage their students to take part in the national student survey at www.studentsurvey.ie.
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GMIT offers free part-time course in Food Innovation & Entrepreneurship
GMIT is delighted to offer the highly sought-after Certificate in Food Innovation and Entrepreneurship course under the Government- funded Higher Education Springboard initiative. This free, part-time course will be delivered by high-profile entrepreneurs such as Brendan Allen, Castlemine Farms,
January 2018
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GMIT and two ETBs sign agreements to improve educational opportunities and access
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce new partnerships with two Education and Training Boards, aimed at improving access to third-level courses in GMIT for Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) and Further Education (FE) students in the region.
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Institutes of Technology become first higher level education bodies to adopt Code of Governance
The first Code of Governance for higher level education bodies under the 2016 State Guidelines was launched on Thursday, 25 January, 2018, by the Institutes of Technology representative body, the Technological Higher Education Association (THEA).
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Diarmuid Ó Conghaile appointed Head of Dept, Galway International Hotel School
GMIT is pleased to announce that Diarmuid Ó Conghaile has been appointed Head of the GMIT Department of Heritage & Tourism, Humanities, Applied Languages & Communications, succeeding Gerry O’Neill who retired in 2017.
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Gerald Lawless, Chairman of the World Travel & Tourism Council and Galway native to deliver guest lecture in GMIT
GMIT Galway International Hotel School is pleased to welcome Mr Gerald Lawless to the college for the first time.
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GMIT Galway Innovation Hub Extension
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) established two Innovation Hubs (iHubs) at its Galway and Mayo campuses in 2005 and 2006 respectively with support from Enterprise Ireland.
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GMIT Mayo hosts public seminar on Digital Media trends and how businesses can stay competitive
Emerging trends and careers in Digital Media and how companies can stay competitive will be the focus of a public seminar in GMIT Mayo on Tuesday 30 January, delivered by leading professionals and academics in digital media, marketing and technology.
December 2017
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12 first year students awarded GMIT Academic Scholarships
Students from Galway, Mayo, Clare, Donegal and Westmeath were recently awarded GMIT Academic Scholarships for having the highest Leaving Certificate points in their respective GMIT courses.
Pictured at the presentation ceremony in the Clayton Hotel in December (2017), back row, L to R:
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GMIT Mayo marks White Ribbon status with public seminar
Staff and students in GMIT Mayo recently held a seminar entitled, 'White Ribbon and The Story of the Inspirational Women', in association with the Mayo Women’s Support Services and Mayo Rape Crisis Centre.
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GMIT President welcomes Working Group Report and ring fenced funding for Mayo campus
GMIT today (Friday 15 December 2017) welcomes the publication of the report of the Working Group, Developing a Sustainable Plan for the Mayo Campus of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, and with it the announcement by Minister Mitchell O’ Connor of ring fenced funding of €750,000 for the Mayo c
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Four academics presented with GMIT President's Award for Teaching Excellence
The President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, presented four outstanding GMIT academics, Lucia Cloonan, Paul Leamy, Dr Paul O’Dowd, and Dr Cormac Quigley, with the GMIT President’s Award for Teaching Excellence at this year’s GMIT Conferring ceremonies, attended by their families, friends and colleague
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New Guide Book on 1916 Sites and Memorials in County Galway
A bilingual guide book, the Galway County 1916 Rising Heritage Trail: Go Explore the Historic Sites & Memorials, will be officially launched in the Lady Gregory Hotel at 2 pm on Thursday 14 December 2017 by Cllr Eileen Mannion, Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway.
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National Museum of Ireland marks successful collaborations with GMIT Mayo
The National Museum of Ireland marked a number of successful collaborations with GMIT Mayo this year with the formal presentation of an academic achievement award to a graduate of the BA (Hons) in Heritage Studies.
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Software & Electronic Engineering student Patricia Cahill wins Intel Award
A third year student on the B.Eng. Software and Electronic Engineering programme, Patricia Cahill from Bullaun, Loughrea, has scooped an Intel Women in Technology Award for academic excellence.
November 2017
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Cáit Noone inducted into College of Fellows, Irish Hospitality Institute (IHI)
Cáit Noone, Head of the Galway International Hotel School, GMIT, has been inducted into the College of Fellows at the Irish Hospitality Institute (IHI), at the annual awards ceremony in Dublin recently (Thursday 23 November 2017).
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GMIT hosts public lecture by economist Rossa White
The GMIT School of Business is pleased to host a public lecture by Rossa White, Chief Economist of the National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA), in GMIT’s Galway campus on Friday, 24 November, 11am (Rm 994).
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GMIT students hold special gourmet evening in aid of Galway Lifeboat
Culinary Arts and Hotel Management students in GMIT will host a very special gourmet evening in aid of the local RNLI Galway Lifeboat Station, on Monday, 4 December, 5pm.
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GMIT awards Honorary Fellowship to Galway businessman Pat McDonagh
President of GMIT, honoured guests, ladies and gentlemen, an honorary fellowship is the highest honour that GMIT can confer. It is therefore a great honour for me to be invited to read this citation for Mr Pat McDonagh, a businessman, innovator and entrepreneur of great distinction.
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President Michael D Higgins marks 30th Anniversary of GMIT and Connemara West Partnership
The President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, visited the GMIT Letterfrack today (Friday 10 November) to mark the 30th anniversary of the partnership between Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Connemara West plc.
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Kevin Cardiff to deliver public lecture in GMIT on "Money, Markets and Ireland"
The GMIT School of Business is hosting a public lecture by Ireland’s representative on the European Court of Auditors, Mr Kevin Cardiff, in the Galway campus on Monday next, 13 November, 11am to 12 noon.
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GMIT President and THEA welcome Cabinet approval to progress TU Bill to next stage
GMIT President Dr Fergal Barry and THEA, the Technological Higher Education Association, welcome the approval by Cabinet (yesterday 7 Nov) of insertions and amendments to the Technological Universities Bill.
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Job opportunities in EU institutions outlined to GMIT business students
Business students in GMIT learned about a diverse range of jobs opportunities currently available in EU institutions at special talks delivered by the Minister for European Affairs Helen McEntee and Daragh Higgins of the Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade, in GMIT today (Tuesday 7 November
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GMIT Mayo marks 20 years of Information Technology degree
As the IT industry struggles to meet the technology demands of today’s workplace, new challenges are arising for IT professionals, educators, and software & hardware solution providers.
October 2017
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GMIT Mayo host Open Morning and Careers Fair (Fri 10 Nov)
GMIT Mayo is opening its doors to the public on Friday, 10 November (10am – 1pm) for an Open Morning for secondary school students, parents and anyone interested in starting or returning to third-level study as a mature student.
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Prof John FitzGerald, economist, to deliver guest lecture (1 Nov, 11am)
Professor John Fitzgerald will be giving his annual lecture on the Irish economy to GMIT business students at the Galway (Dublin Road) campus on Wednesday next, 1 November, at 11am. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
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New engineering apprenticeship programmes underway in GMIT
‘Generation Apprentice’ has kicked off in GMIT with Ireland’s first ever degree in Manufacturing Engineering and Higher Certificate in Manufacturing Engineering, by apprenticeship mode, now being delivered at the Galway (Dublin Road) campus.
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GMIT welcomes announcement of €200m investment in Institutes of Technology including GMIT
The President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, and the Chief Executive of the Technological Higher Education Association (THEA), Dr Joseph Ryan, welcome the announcement today (16 October) of a major capital investment in higher education.
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GMIT Campus re-opening details - Tuesday, 17th October, 2017
The following three GMIT campuses will re-open as normal tomorrow, Tuesday, 17th October, 2017:
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***UPDATE*** All five GMIT campuses to close tomorrow, Monday, 16th October, 2017
Due to a Status Red weather alert for a Category 3 hurricane, ALL FIVE GMIT campuses will be closed tomorrow, Monday, 16th October, 2017.
Lectures will resume as normal on Tuesday, 17th October.
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Range of initiatives unveiled at GMIT Green Campus Open Day
GMIT’s Green Campus Committee held its annual open day earlier this week (2 October) with members of the public, students and staff finding out about initiatives and projects in waste prevention & reduction, energy efficiency & conservation, water conservation & protection, biodiversi
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Increase in number of companies and organisations at Careers Fair
The Careers Office in GMIT hosted its Graduate Careers Fair this week (2 Oct) at the Dublin Road (Galway) campus, with over eighty companies and organisations taking stands at the event.
September 2017
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Jacinta Dalton appointed Head of Dept of Culinary Arts & Services Industry
GMIT has appointed Jacinta Dalton as Head of GMIT’s Department of Culinary Arts & Services Industries, succeeding Gerry Talbot who retired earlier this year.
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GMIT Letterfrack student to represent Ireland in Worldskills 2017
A student at GMIT’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology in Letterfrack has been identified as Ireland’s most promising young craftsperson in Cabinetmaking and has been selected to join an Irish Team competing in WorldSkills 2017 taking place in in Abu Dhabi, United
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GMIT launches alcohol awareness campaign with artist Sabrina Fallon
An alcohol awareness campaign, centered around a thought-provoking installation by local artist Sabrina Fallon, will be promoted to over 2,150 new GMIT students this semester as part of the GMIT Student Services “#First5weeks” Welcome Programme.
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Top names in games industry to speak at Galway Games Gathering in GMIT
Leading games developers, designers, artists and musicians from around the world will gather in Galway on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 September for the inaugural Galway Games Gathering at GMIT’s Dublin Road (Galway) campus.
August 2017
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GMIT Medical Engineering Technology (MET) Gateway awarded ISO accreditation
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce that its Medical & Engineering Technology Gateway has been awarded the prestigious ISO accreditation (9001:2015).
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GMIT iHubs to roll out new EMPOWER programme for women entrepreneurs
Despite national recognition of female entrepreneurs, Ireland suffers from a low number of women engaged in business startups. Female-led businesses remain an underdeveloped source of economic growth and jobs.
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Increase in demand for business, design, engineering and science courses
Demand has increased for Engineering, Science, Design, and Business degree courses in GMIT this year (2017) compared to last, the 2017 CAO figures show.
June 2017
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Professional accreditation for Forensic Science & Analysis degree (GA786)
GMIT’s Department of Natural Sciences has been awarded professional accreditation from the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSFS) for its honours degree in Forensic and Analytical Science (GA786).
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GMIT offers eight free upskilling courses under Springboard 2017
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to offer over 260 free places on a range of Springboard courses in Business, Culinary Arts, Engineering, Science and Computing, from September.
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GMIT and BAM Ireland project wins prestigious accolade
Staff in the GMIT Department of Building & Civil Engineering and BAM Ireland have scooped a major accolade, the third in recent weeks for the GMIT Department and industry partners, for its development of an innovative practical resource efficiency toolkit for the Irish construction sector.
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New manufacturing engineering apprenticeships launched by GMIT, Ibec and industry consortium
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Ibec are pleased to announce two new manufacturing apprenticeship programmes – a three-year Bachelor of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering and a two-year National Certificate in Manufacturing Engineering.
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Exhibition of 50 unique furniture pieces by GMIT Letterfrack students
Over 50 unique furniture pieces designed and made by degree students in GMIT Letterfrack opened to the public in the campus gallery today (Wednesday, 14 June).
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Business School announces free Young Entrepreneur Summer Camp
GMIT School of Business will run a free Young Entrepreneur Summer Camp for 20 second level students this summer.
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GMIT and RPS win two national awards for Building Information Modelling (BIM) outreach course
The GMIT Department of Building and Civil Engineering and RPS have scooped two national awards - the ‘Excellence in Education and Training Award’ and the ‘Business Collaboration Award' at two separate national industry awards events in Dublin recently, the Irish Construction Industry Awards (9 Ma
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Allergan launches new Innovation Award with GMIT
Allergan and Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) are pleased to announce a new Allergan Innovation Award to support postgraduate research in the Life Sciences.
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New RTÉ Western Regional Studio Opens at GMIT campus (Monivea Road)
RTÉ’s new Western Regional Studio at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) officially opened on Monday 29th May 2017, marking a new partnership between the two organisations.
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GMIT launches new MA in Teaching and Learning (Level 9)
GMIT is pleased to announce an innovative new Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning (MA in T&L), commencing September 2017 at the Galway campus.
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Visiting US college collaborates with GMIT Mayo on environmental project
A group of students and staff from James Madison University, Virginia, USA, are due to arrive in Mayo on 9 June to take part in a summer study programme in collaboration with Lifelong Learning at GMIT Mayo, UCC and Waterways Ireland.
May 2017
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GMIT art students showcase their degree work in two public exhibitions
The west of Ireland’s latest wave of creative talent is to be showcased in two public exhibitions in Galway and Mayo this weekend and next.
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Excellent career prospects for energy engineering graduates as sector grows
As the Government plans Ireland’s transition to a low carbon, climate resilient and environmentally sustainable economy in Ireland’s first National Mitigation Plan due on 10 June, a survey of GMIT’s energy engineering graduates shows that they are already delivering these key goals of the Mitigat
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GMIT to double its innovation hub space as Enterprise Ireland approve €5m funding
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is set to double the size of its Innovation Hub (iHub) building at the Galway campus following €5m funding approval from Enterprise Ireland.
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GMIT-RPS BIM collaboration wins ‘Excellence in Education & Training’ Award
The GMIT Department of Building and Civil Engineering and RPS were delighted to win the ‘Excellence in Education and Training’ Award at the 2017 Irish Construction Industry Awards, held in the Clayton Hotel, Dublin recently (Tuesday 9 May).
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Culinary arts students showcase new food products in mock trade show
A selection of unique food products created by GMIT Culinary Arts students were showcased in the College of Tourism and Arts last week, tasted and judged by representatives from leading organisations in the food industry.
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20% Increase in CAO applications to GMIT
“As CAO Change of Mind season opens, GMIT is pleased to announce that new Level 8 (honours) degrees developed recently have seen a 20% increase in first preferences, a 16% increase in applicants and a 17% increase in total mentions in the CAO 2017 season to date”
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GMIT Mayo announces 4th Artists Residency Programme
The Mayo Campus of GMIT is delighted to welcome applications for this year’s summer residency programme in Castlebar.
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GMIT unveils new courses at Galway campus Open Morning (6 May)
A range of exciting new degrees in Biomedical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, and Culinary and Gastronomic Science, and other disciplines, will be unveiled at GMIT’s final Open Morning taking place at the Galway (Dublin Road) campus and the Centre for Creative Arts & Media (CCAM) this
April 2017
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Chemistry students’ performance in national competition praised
Students from GMIT recently took part in the Annual Eurachem Analytical Measurement Competition hosted by DIT. The competition is open to second year students studying Laboratory Sciences in Universities and Institutes of Technology across Ireland.
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Students Michaele Gorman and Linda Rogers win GMIT Development Chef of the Year
Culinary Arts Management degree students Michaele Gorman and Linda Rogers have been named the winners of the GMIT Development Chef of the Year 2017 competition in association with Blenders.
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Shaun Purcell appointed to GMIT Governing Body
GMIT is pleased to announce that Mr Shaun Purcell, Chief Executive of Mayo, Sligo, Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB), has been appointed to the GMIT Governing Body by the Minister for Education & Skills, Richard Bruton, TD.
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Creative Hub established in GMIT's Centre for the Creative Arts & Media
A new Creative Hub has been established in GMIT’s Centre for the Creative Arts & Media (CCAM) comprised of companies developing gaming projects, animated features and TV projects for the international marketplace.
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Coláiste Muire, Ennis, wins regional heat of CanSat space competition in GMIT
Teams of transition year students from across Galway, Mayo and Clare have designed, built and launched mini-satellites made in the shape of soft drink cans at the regional CEIA and ESERO (European Space Education Resource Office) Ireland CanSat Final which took place in GMIT on Friday last (31 M
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GMIT offers new honours degree in Public Health Nutrition (GA791)
GMIT’s School of Science and Computing is pleased to offer a brand new honours degree in Public Health Nutrition, the first such course to be offered in the west of Ireland, commencing in the Galway campus in September (2017).
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Statement by GMIT President marking THEA launch
GMIT is proud to be a founding member of the Technological Higher Education Association (THEA), which was launched formally today (Monday April 3rd) by the Minister for Education and Skills, Mr Richard Bruton TD.
March 2017
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New Chairman appointed to GMIT Governing Body by Education Minister
GMIT is pleased to announce the appointment of Cormac MacDonncha, Operations Director, ThermoKing, as Chairman of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT).
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GMIT students host first public Agri Showcase (29 March, 12 noon - 4.30pm)
GMIT's first public Agri Showcase will take place in the GMIT Galway campus this Wednesday, 29 March from 12pm to 4.30pm. The event has been organised by third year B.Bs. in Rural Enterprise & Agri Business and B.Sc.
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International exchange opportunities for GMIT film students
Galway City of Film is delighted to announce an exciting new partnership project with Rome City of Film to share knowledge and expertise amongst the filmmakers of the future, and offer exchange opportunities to Film & Documentary students.
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GMIT students to host 6-course gourmet meal in aid of Galway Lifeboat (27 March)
Students in the GMIT College of Tourism and Arts (CTA) are to host a very special culinary dining experience on Monday next, 27 March, in aid of the RNLI Galway Lifeboat Station, the charity that saves lives at sea.
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GMIT and French Embassy host successful 'Goût de France' dinner
The French Ambassador to Ireland, Monsieur Jean-Pierre Thébault, and GMIT President, Dr Fergal Barry, hosted a very successful culinary event in GMIT’s College of Tourism and Arts (CTA) recently to mark ‘Goût de France’ or Good France-Ireland month.
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GMIT hosts free digital skills learning events as part of national initiative
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is inviting the public to attend a series of free digital learning events in its Mayo and Galway campuses as part of the national All Aboard 2017 initiative.
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Statement on GMIT Mayo Campus Sustainability
The GMIT Mayo Campus is a respected and valued campus of GMIT and its reputation as a quality provider of higher education programmes will not be diminished. The Mayo Campus is an integral part of GMIT. The Institute’s vision is for a dynamic, sustainable and responsive GMIT Mayo Campus.
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Over 50 employers groups for College of Tourism & Arts Careers Fair (8 March, 1.30 - 4pm)
Over 50 representatives from employers groups within the Hotel, Tourism, and Hospitality industry are to attend the GMIT College of Tourism and Arts (CTA) annual Careers Fair, on Wednesday next, 8 March, in the Dublin Road (Galway) campus.
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GMIT Business students visit EU institutions as part of their studies
According to the Greek poet & playwright Euripides “Experience, Travel – they are an education in themselves”. Throughout the centuries students have travelled as part of their education.
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GMIT Mayo hosts graduate careers fair (Tues 4 April)
Over 40 employers and recruitment organisations are set to take part in this year’s GMIT Mayo Graduate Careers Fair which takes place on Tuesday, 4 April (11am to 2pm), at the Mayo campus.
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GMIT engineering students weigh in for load test as part of studies
Civil Engineering and Construction Management students from GMIT visited the recently constructed Human Biology Building (HBB) in NUI Galway and took part in a load test on a concrete slab with embedded sensors, as part of their GMIT studies.
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GMIT Tourism & Arts students host brunch in aid of Epilepsy Ireland
Students in the GMIT College of Tourism & Arts hosted a very successful Irish-themed brunch in the Galway campus last week (Wednesday 15th February) in aid of Epilepsy Ireland.
February 2017
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Connacht-Ulster Alliance appoints new project manager
The Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) is pleased to confirm the appointment of Dr Perry Share as the new Project Manager of its bid to establish a Technological University (TU) for the West and North West of Ireland.
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Construction conference to hear 2017 output expected to grow by 20%
The annual GMIT International Construction Management Day Conference will take place at the GMIT Dublin Road campus on Tuesday 7 March, from 9am.
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Duncan Stewart to launch initiative at GMIT Mayo campus
Eco campaigner and TV personality Duncan Stewart will pay a visit to GMIT Mayo on 22 February next to formally launch the campus teaching and learning’ Sustainability Statement’ at a ceremony in the campus at 11.30am, and deliver a short talk on the topic “Education for Sustainable Development an
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Six GMIT students sign up for first triathlon as part of major campaign
Six GMIT students who are not actively involved in sport or daily exercise have signed up to take part in Lough Cutra Castle Triathlon in May, as part of a major campaign to boost students’ mental health and wellbeing through sport.
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Third year art students hold 'Distil' exhibition (23 Feb - 2 March, CCAM)
‘Distil’ is the title of this year’s exhibition of work to be presented to the public by third year students from the Art and Design programme in GMIT.
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GMIT and Teagasc form new strategic partnership
GMIT and Teagasc, the Agriculture and Food Development Authority, have formed a new strategic partnership to develop academic and educational co-operation in areas of mutual interest.
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Open Evening on GMIT Accounting programmes (Galway, 9 Feb, 6.30pm)
An open evening on accounting programmes offered by GMIT will take place in the Galway (Dublin Road) campus on Thursday, 9 February, 6.30 to 8.30pm. Information will be available on all GMIT’s offerings including technician, undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes available in th
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GMIT hosts public lecture on liquor licensing laws by Constance Cassidy SC
GMIT’s College of Tourism & Arts is hosting a public lecture on current liquor licensing legislation, by Constance Cassidy, Senior Counsel, at the Galway (Dublin Road) campus, on Monday next, 6 February, 4pm (Theatre 903).
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GMIT Business students prizewinners in Irish Tax Institute competition
Four final year GMIT Business students have scooped a top prize in this year’s Irish Tax Institute, Fantasy Budget competition.
January 2017
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Minister launches new GMIT International Tourism Management course
The Minister of State for Tourism & Sport, Patrick O’Donovan, and the President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, last evening (Thursday 19 January 2017) launched a new honours business degree in International Tourism Management at the college’s Galway campus, attended by over 40 representatives from
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GMIT Mayo joins influential EU-led Digital Skills and Jobs Coalition
GMIT Mayo has been accepted onto an influential EU-led Digital Skills and Jobs Coalition which aims to tackle the lack of digital skills in Europe’s labour force and develop a talent pool to equip people with adequate digital skills.
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GMIT holds Open Events for Leaving Cert and mature students
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) continues its series of open information sessions over the next few weeks with the two Galway city based campuses, the Centre for Creative Arts & Media (CCAM) and the Dublin Road campus, opening their doors to Leaving Certificate students and the pub
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GMIT offers new International Tourism Management Programme (GA381)
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce a new innovative honours degree in International Tourism Management which will be formally launched at a reception in the college by the Minister of State for Tourism & Sport, Deputy Patrick O’Donovan and the President of GMIT,
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GMIT secures EU funding to develop food entrepreneur-focused rural economies
GMIT has been awarded EU funding for a unique project called “Creating Entrepreneurs in Food (CEF)’, which aims to build food innovation and entrepreneurship-focused rural communities and economies in the west, and develop a model for Ireland and Europe.
December 2016
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GMIT Academic Scholarships awarded to 13 first year students
GMIT presented academic scholarships to 13 first year students for holding the highest marks in the Leaving Certificate last year (2015). Ten of the students are pictured at the presentation ceremony in the g Hotel attended by their families and GMIT staff:
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Historic win for GMIT Letterfrack student in IrelandSkills
Cian Mulligan from Rathcoole, Co Dublin, made history on 9 December, 2016, by becoming the first student to hold three IrelandSkills titles in Carpentry, Joinery and Cabinetmaking.
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GMIT expands international engagement with new Vietnamese partners
Following the recent launch of Ireland’s new International Education Strategy by the Minister for Education and Skills, Mr Richard Bruton TD, GMIT has reinforced its commitment to working with the higher education sector to achieve the targets set out in the strategy.
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Business & Agri student wins top award for his start up 'Heather Fed Fowl'
A GMIT Business & Agri student from North Roscommon has won a top prize and award from the Roscommon Local Enterprise Office (LEO) for his innovative start-up business idea, a heather-fed fowl farm.
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Over 200 jobs created since establishment of Mayo campus iHub
Over two hundred jobs have been created in Mayo since the GMIT Innovation Hub (iHub) in Castlebar opened its doors ten years ago (2006). €20m in external funding has been secured by client companies of the Centre and 16 companies have transitioned to the wider Mayo area.
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GMIT appoints acting head of Mayo Campus
GMIT has appointed Michael Gill from Kiltimagh as Acting Head of the Mayo campus. GMIT continues to accept applications for all CAO and Lifelong Learning programmes delivered in the Mayo campus
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GMIT statement
The President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, speaking on behalf of the GMIT Governing Body, management and staff of the Institute, thanks Dr Deirdre Garvey for her contribution during her time as Head of the GMIT Mayo Campus.
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GMIT lecturer inducted as an expert into one of the oldest wine guilds in the world
One of the oldest wine guilds in the world, Confrérie Saint-Etienne d’Alsace, held its first ever Chapter and conferring in Ireland this month (November) when a number of wine experts including GMIT lecturer Elizabeth Fox and Fergus O’Halloran, Manager of The Twelve Hotel, Barna, were inducted
November 2016
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Two GMIT academics presented with President's Award for Teaching Excellence
Two outstanding GMIT academics, Dr Mark McCarthy and Dr Mark Kelly, have been awarded the 2016 GMIT President’s Award for Teaching Excellence in recognition of their intellectual and academic achievements and research-informed teaching.
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Woodside and GMIT announce the awarding of a new Irish cetacean PhD scholarship
Woodside Energy Ireland, a subsidiary of Australia's largest oil and gas company, and Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) are pleased to announce the award of a new scholarship, the Woodside Irish Cetacean PhD Scholarship, to Myrto Tourgeli, a PhD student at GMIT’s Marine and Freshwater Re
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John Crumlish and John Muldoon awarded GMIT Honorary Fellowships
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has awarded Honorary Fellowships to two outstanding individuals; John Crumlish, CEO of the Galway International Arts Festival, for his vast contribution to arts and culture in the west, and John Muldoon, Connaught Rugby Captain and a graduate of GMIT, fo
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National Teaching Hero awards for two GMIT lecturers Anne O'Leary and Tom Conlon
Two GMIT lecturers, Anne O’Leary and Tom Conlon, have been honoured with national ‘Teaching Hero’ awards after being nominated for the accolade by their students.
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GMIT Mayo campus hosts art exhibition on the theme of the historic campus
‘AURA’, an exhibition in the GMIT Mayo campus showcasing new works by four artists, will open on Wednesday, 23 November.
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GMIT President calls for free undergraduate education for all
The President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, says it’s time, once again, to consider free undergraduate education to all who seek it.
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Engineering student from Carna wins industry award for top marks in her studies
Louise Ni Chonghaile, from Carna, a fourth year student in the GMIT School of Engineering, has won a top national industry award for achieving a Distinction performance in her Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer & Electronic Engineering (Level 7) last year.
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GMIT welcomes publication of HEA's Financial Review of Institutes of Technology
GMIT welcomes the publication of the HEA’s Financial Review of the Institutes of Technology.
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Hundreds of second level pupils to attend GMIT Mayo Open Morning (11 Nov)
GMIT Mayo is opening its doors to secondary school pupils from across the west at the Institute’s Open Morning taking place on Friday, 11 November, 10am to 1pm.
October 2016
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GMIT launches public Creative Enterprise talks series
The Centre for Creative Arts & Media, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, presents its first afternoon seminar in the ‘Creative Stories’ series on Friday, 4 November.
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GMIT awards prizes for 1916 themed art competition & exhibition
As part of GMIT’s 1916 commemorations, the Institute awarded three €500 prizes to the winners of an Institute-wide Art & Design Competition, the works of which were shown at a special exhibition in GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts & Media (CCAM) last week.
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World authority on Iberico Ham delivers master class to GMIT students
Ibérico Ham from Spain is one of the most extraordinary gourmet products in the world and GMIT’s College of Tourism and Arts (CTA), in partnership with the Spanish Embassy, were delighted to host a master class by master carver Mario Hiraldo at the Galway campus today (Tuesday 25 October).
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94% of graduates in paid employment or further study - GMIT Careers Survey
A new report published by the GMIT Careers Office shows that 94% of GMIT graduates are either in employment or further education, eight months after graduation: 55% of GMIT graduates are in paid employment and 39% are in further education.
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GMIT students win top accolades at National Q Mark Awards
Two GMIT students, Emer Cosgrove from Tuam and Oluwaseun Oladimeji from Claregalway have won top accolades at this year’s National Q Mark Awards.
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Minister Seán Canney returns to GMIT to launch Green campus bid & Open Event
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) this week launched its bid for Green Campus status for its two Galway city campuses, with the official signing of an agreement between An Taisce and GMIT at the Institute’s inaugural Green Campus & Energy Awareness Open Day.
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Prof John Fitzgerald of the ESRI to deliver annual lecture to GMIT Business students
Professor John Fitzgerald of the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) will deliver his annual lecture on the Irish economy to GMIT Business students in GMIT’s Galway campus on Tuesday, 18 October at 2pm in Room 1000. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
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GMIT public lecture series marks 21st anniversary of Heritage Studies course
GMIT is pleased to announce a series of free public lectures on the theme of Ireland’s 1916 Rising, which will take place every Tuesday evening in the Galway campus until 8 November.
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GMIT Open Mornings (14 & 15 Oct) to feature interactive events, CAO talks, tours and clinics
A special seminar for parents, teachers and career counsellors on how to help pupils make correct third-level course choices will take place during this year’s GMIT Open Morning events which run at GMIT’s two Galway city campuses on Friday, 14 October and Saturday, 15 October (2016).
September 2016
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GMIT Careers Fair (3 Oct) presents job and career opportunities
The Careers Office in GMIT will host its Annual Careers Fair on Monday, 3 October, at the Dublin Road (Galway) campus from 12 noon to 3pm. Over seventy companies and organisations will have stands at the event which is aimed at GMIT students and graduates.
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GMIT to host Green Campus and Energy Awareness Open Day (4 Oct)
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to host a Green Campus and Energy Awareness Open Day on Tuesday, 4 October, at its Dublin Road (Galway) campus as part of the GMIT First Five Weeks Student Engagement Programme.
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GMIT marks 135th anniverary of Éamonn Ceannt birth with Tribute Dinner
GMIT hosted The Éamonn Ceannt Tribute Dinner in the Institute’s Connemara Room Training Restaurant on Wednesday, 21 September, to mark the 135th anniversary of the birth of Éamonn Ceannt – one of the seven signatories of the 1916 Proclamation.
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GMIT and Galway Community College form new partnership to promote access to further education
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Galway Community College (GCC) have signed a new collaborative agreement aimed at promoting and improving equity of access to higher education for second level students of the community school and for providing progression routes for PLC students.
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GMIT researchers help Carey Building Contractors win Corporate Social Responsibility Award
A prestigious award presented to Carey Building Contractors recognises an ongoing collaborative research partnership with the Department of Building and Civil Engineering in the Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), which has focused on benchmarking resource efficiency practices on a number
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GMIT offers new part-time Inside Sales conversion course
GMIT is pleased to offer a new part-time Inside Sales Conversion Course at its Galway campus from October.
August 2016
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Increase in demand for broad range of GMIT programmes from Business to Design, Technology, Sport Science, Engineering and Agriculture
Demand for Engineering, Computing, Design, Agriculture and Business degree courses in GMIT is higher this year (2016) compared to last, new CAO figures show.
July 2016
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GMIT President welcomes commitments to review funding to HE institutions
The President of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), Dr Fergal Barry, welcomes this week’s announcement by the Higher Education Authority (HEA) that the HEA will conduct a full review into the way it funds third-level institutions.
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Creative Wave exhibition of work by GMIT students and graduates opens in city museum
An exciting exhibition of work by emerging and established artists, designers, craftspeople and film–makers from two GMIT campuses formally opens in the Galway City Museum today (Wednesday 13 July, 2016) and runs until 27 August.
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GMIT Mayo offers new degree in Early Childhood Education and Care
GMIT is pleased to offer a new three year degree, the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education and Care, commencing September (2016) at the Mayo campus in Castlebar.
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GMIT-based SMART programme wins top marine industry award
The second annual Marine Industry Awards, held at the Radisson Blu Hotel recently (30 June), presented the Excellence in Marine Education & Training award to the Strategic Marine Alliance for Research and Training (SMART), based in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT).
June 2016
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GMIT and Galway GAA announce strategic alliance to develop sports-related courses
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Galway GAA have announced the beginning of a strategic relationship for the delivery of the Institute’s new flagship programme, the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sport and Exercise Science, and the development of new academic programmes and resear
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GMIT Mayo hosts visit of students and staff from Berea College, Kentucky
GMIT Mayo recently launched a new honours degree in History and Geography (CAO code GA887), commencing September 2016.
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GMIT Marine and Freshwater Research Centre shortlisted for two national awards
The Marine and Freshwater Research Centre (MFRC) at GMIT has been shortlisted for two prestigious national Marine Industry Awards (2016), which recognise excellence in individuals and companies that play a significant role in the growth and development of the marine industry in Ireland.
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GMIT offers 136 free places on five Springboard courses
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMT) is pleased to offer 136 free places on four new part-time courses and one full time course at two of its campuses from September (2016), under the Government-funded Springboard Higher Education initiative, announced recently (Wednesday 15 June 2016) by th
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GMIT launches new Medical and Engineering Technology (MET) Gateway
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has launched its new Enterprise Ireland-funded Medical and Engineering Technology (MET) Gateway (www.metcentre.ie) at an industry open day held on the GMIT Galway campus this week (Thursday 16 June).
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Two GMIT teams selected for Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneur Awards Final
Two GMIT student teams from Engineering and Science disciplines have been selected to contest the finals of this year’s Enterprise Ireland Student Entrepreneurship Awards taking place in Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) on Wednesday 8 and Thursday 9 June.
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GMIT to launch new Medical and Engineering Technology (MET) Gateway
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) will launch its new Enterprise Ireland funded Medical and Engineering Technology (MET) Gateway (www.metcentre.ie) at an industry open day on the GMIT Galway campus on Thursday, 16 June.
May 2016
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Public lecture on clachans and landed estates by Fulbright scholar (GMIT Mayo)
A public lecture by a US Fulbright Scholar who has been guest lecturing on GMIT Mayo Culture and Environment programmes for the past year will give a special public lecture in Ceathrú Thaidhg in County Mayo on Thursday, 2 June, about ‘Clachans and the Big Houses of the Landed Gentry in the Erris
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Lisdoonvarna Mary Immaculate School pupil wins SciFest GMIT competition
Of the over 80 projects exhibited at SciFest@GMIT 2016, the top prize on the day went to Maghnus Hartigan from Mary Immaculate Secondary School, Lisdoonvarna, Co Clare, for his project, Applying Real-Time Physiological Responses to a Virtual Classroom Environment
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GMIT Contemporary Art Practice students collaborate on Achill arts project
Students on the new part-time BA in Contemporary Art Practices at GMIT Mayo recently took part in a very successful book-binding workshop with Red Fox Press, the fine art screen-printing and artists’ book publisher based in Dugort, Achill.
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GMIT offers artists places on summer residency programme in Mayo campus
The Mayo Campus of GMIT is delighted to welcome applications for this year’s summer residency programme in Castlebar.
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GMIT student exhibitions (6) to take place in Galway and Mayo in May and June
Students on degree courses in Art & Design, Furniture & Technology, Film & Documentary and Architectural Technology in GMIT will host six separate public exhibitions in Galway and Mayo campuses and city venues this summer.
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GMIT Mayo offers new honours degree in History and Geography
GMIT has launched a new BA (Hons) in History and Geography (GA887) which will be delivered at its Mayo campus from September.
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Culinary Arts Management students win award for Veggelicious cakes
GMIT Culinary Arts students Alexandra Bourke, Catherine Carroll and Michelle Connor have been named the winners of the GMIT Development Chef of the Year 2016 competition in association with Blenders.
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GMIT College of Tourism and Arts students get wine masterclass
Irish Examiner journalist Lesley Williams, in association with the Spanish Embassy, delivered the Albariño Masterclass which explored some of the world's most famous white wines, to students in GMIT’s College of Tourism & Arts (CTA) recently.
April 2016
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GMIT students scoop the prizes at Galway FoodTech Start up weekend
GMIT students took top prizes at Ireland’s first ever Food Tech startup weekend hosted by the SuperPixel Labs in Galway on 8, 9 and 10 April.
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GMIT Mayo staff mark International Women's Day with public seminar
To celebrate International Women’s Day, staff and graduates of GMIT Mayo recently held a women’s history seminar in association with the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life. The seminar was chaired by Dr Deirdre Garvey, GMIT Mayo Head of campus, and it was designed to showcase research on
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GMIT students' gourmet supper for Galway Lifeboat a huge success
Second year students of the Bachelor of Business in Bar & Restaurant Management in GMIT hosted a special culinary and dining experience for members of the public last evening (Monday 11 April) with all proceeds going to the Galway RNLI Lifeboat.
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GMIT student wins top award in 2016 IrelandSkills National Competition
A student at GMIT’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology in Letterfrack has won his second top award in the 2016 IrelandSkills National Competitions. Cian Mulligan from Rathcoole in Co Dublin, studying on the B.Sc.
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GMIT Engineering students win top awards at Intel Galileo Technology Competition
Two GMIT Engineering students have taken joint first place in the final of the national Intel Galileo 3rd level Technology Competition which took place at the Science Gallery in Dublin on Friday, 8 April.
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GMIT launches new honours degree in Sport and Exercise Science
GMIT is pleased to offer a new Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Sport and Exercise Science, the first course of its kind in the west of Ireland.
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International conference on Outdoor Education marks 20th anniverary of Mayo campus course
To celebrate twenty years of the Outdoor Education Programme, GMIT Mayo is holding an international conference titled “Learning Outdoors in Ireland – Looking to the Future’ in St Mary’s Hall on campus, Castlebar, on Friday, 22 April (9am – 5.30pm).
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Open Morning (Sat 23 April) to feature go-kart demo and range of interactive events
A go-kart demonstration, featuring electric cars built from scratch by third year Mechanical and Energy Engineering students in GMIT, is expected to be a major draw for secondary school pupils attending the Institute’s Open Morning on Saturday 23 April from 10am – 12.30pm.
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Award winning Michelin Star chef Michel Roux Jr cooks with GMIT students for local charity
Award-winning chef, food consultant and author Michel Roux Jr, Chef Patron at La Gavroche in London, and GMIT Culinary Arts students will cook and serve a charity dinner at Claregalway Castle on Friday, 15 April in aid of local charity Ability West.
March 2016
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TechnoTeachers present awards to outstanding secondary school pupils
Secondary school pupils who excelled in the 2015 Junior and Leaving Certificate examinations were presented with prestigious awards by the TechnoTeachers Association (TTA) at the annual National Student Awards ceremony hosted by GMIT earlier this month (March).
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GMIT postgraduate student wins recognition for her research into clot types and treatment for stroke
GMIT researcher Sharon Duffy has won industry recognition and acclaim for her early research into clot types and treatment for stroke, in collaboration with Neuravi, a medical device company in GMIT’s Innovation Hub.
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Waterford IT wins International Cook Serve Challenge in GMIT
The President of GMIT, Dr Fergal Barry, congratulated a team of culinary and hospitality students from Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT) who today (Wednesday 16 March) won the inaugural GMIT International Cook Serve Challenge.
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Agri Business student wins GMIT Student Enterprise Award for his Veal product
GMIT Business & Agri student Jack Hahessy Madigan from Kilkenny has won the 2016 GMIT Student Enterprise Award for his start up business, Kilkenny Rosé Veal.
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Connacht Ulster Alliance launches advanced-entry college application tool
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), Institute of Technology Sligo (ITS) and Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LyIT) have launched the My Experience RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) Assessment Toolkit.
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GMIT conference hears of skills shortage in the construction sector
There was some good news for students and recent graduates of construction and built environment courses attending a construction conference in GMIT this week (Tuesday 8 March).
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GMIT launches 1916 Centenary Programme of Public Events (Mar- Dec 2016)
GMIT kicked off its 1916 Centenary programme on Tuesday (8 March) with a lunchtime re-enactment of Éamonn Ceannt’s last statement from Cell 88, Kilmainham Gaol, by local actor Dave Swift.
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EU teaching staff visit GMIT to promote opportunities to study business degrees abroad in English
A group of teaching staff from third-level colleges in Europe are on a two-day visit to GMIT this week (Monday 7 and Tuesday 8 March) to outline the opportunities for Irish students to study abroad under the EU Erasmus Plus programme.
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GMIT art students' collaboration with Brown Thomas results in stunning window displays
An artistic collaboration involving Brown Thomas and a group of talented young students from GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts and Media (CCAM), has recently been unveiled at Brown Thomas Galway.
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GMIT Mayo offers free course in Food Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Having welcomed the first class of budding entrepreneurs to the Galway campus in January, GMIT is delighted to offer its Certificate in Food Innovation and Entrepreneurship course at the Mayo campus in Castlebar.
February 2016
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GMIT and New York School of Visual Arts host international exhibition
GMIT Centre for the Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) is delighted to partner with the School of Visual Arts, New York, to host the international touring exhibition “UNDERGROUND IMAGES” for the first time in the West of Ireland.
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New Frontiers Internet of Things (IOT) Summit packed to capacity
The New Frontiers ‘Internet of Things (IoT) Summit’ in GMIT proved to be a major success with hundreds of delegates from across the country in attendance to hear about internet-connected objects and opportunities for new businesses and new business applications.
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Housing crisis to be focus of discussion at GMIT's 6th annual International Construction Management Day Conference (Tues 8 March)
The 6th Annual GMIT International Construction Management Day Conference will take place on Tuesday, 8 March, 2016, in GMIT Galway, from 9am to 3.45pm.
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Student wins top award from the International Society of Automation
GMIT Science student Aoife Monahan from Tubber, Co Clare, has won a prestigious award from the International Society of Automation (ISA) at the ISA Honours and Awards ceremony held recently in University College Cork.
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Education Minister opens newly refurbished Science & Computing labs
The Minister for Education & Skills, Jan O’Sullivan, yesterday (Monday 15 February) formally opened a suite of new and refurbished science and computing laboratories at GMIT’s Galway (Dublin Road) campus.
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GMIT Women in Science honoured at Áras an Uachtaráin event
GMIT Science lecturers and researchers attended a “Women in Science” celebration hosted by the President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, and Mrs Sabina Higgins in Áras an Uachtaráin recently.
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GMIT College of Tourism and Arts hosts 10th annual Tourism Careers Fair
The College of Tourism & Arts (CTA) at GMIT will host its 10th annual Tourism Career’s Fair on Wednesday, 9 March, at the Galway campus on the Dublin Road. Over 60 tourism-related organisations from Ireland, mainland Europe, and the US will take part in the event.
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GMIT students scoop awards at SCCUL Enterprise Competition 2016
GMIT students were among the winners announced at the annual SCCUL Enterprise Awards prize giving ceremony and business expo hosted by NUI Galway in the Bailey Allen Hall recently.
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GMIT appoints two new Heads of Dept in Business and Science
GMIT has appointed Dr Lisa Ryan to the new post of Head of Department of Natural Sciences and Eamon Walsh to the post of Head of Department of Accounting and Information Systems at GMIT’s Galway (Dublin Road) campus.
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GMIT Open Evening on Careers in Accounting (Thurs 11 Feb)
An information evening on accounting programmes offered by GMIT, including technician, undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes, will take place in the GMIT Galway (Dublin Road) campus on Thursday, 11 February, from 6.30pm to 8pm.
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GMIT to host sherry masterclass with world expert Javier Hidalgo
GMIT’s College of Tourism and Arts (CTA) is delighted to host a Sherry Masterclass on Thursday, 4 February, by world renowned sherry expert Javier Hidalgo.
January 2016
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GMIT to host International Cook Serve Challenge (15 & 16 March)
Third-level students from Ireland and France are to gather in GMIT in mid-March to compete in the GMIT International Cook Serve Challenge, a two-day public event showcasing the kitchen and restaurant skills of full-time students in culinary and hospitality programmes.
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Business students win top award in Irish Tax Institute Fantasy Budget Competition
Four GMIT business students, Ian Kelly, John Waldron, John Pigott and John Brennan, were runners-up in the national Irish Tax Institute Fantasy Budget competition 2016.
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Professor Graham Heaslip appointed Head of GMIT School of Business
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Graham Heaslip as Head of the GMIT School of Business, commencing February (2016).
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Hundreds of kayakers to gather in Castlebar and Tuam (5-7 Feb)
Hundreds of kayakers from Ireland’s third level colleges are to gather in Galway and Mayo from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 February for the 2016 Kayaking Intervarsities, hosted by students and staff on the Outdoor Education degree programme at GMIT Mayo.
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Dr Rick Officer appointed Vice President GMIT for Research and Innovation
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Rick Officer to the post of Vice President GMIT for Research and Innovation.
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GMIT Mayo Graduate Careers Fair: Tues 9 Feb (11am - 2pm)
Over 40 organisations are to take part in this year’s GMIT Mayo Graduate Careers Fair on Tuesday, 9 February (11am to 2pm). This year’s event offers a range of free workshops and presentations outlining opportunities for graduates at home and abroad.
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GMIT Open Mornings: Letterfrack (Fri 22 Jan), Galway (Sat 23 Jan)
GMIT is holding an Open Morning for mature students and Leaving Cert students at its two Galway city campuses – the Dublin Road campus and the Centre for Creative Arts and Media (CCAM), on Saturday, 23 January (10am – 12.30pm), and at GMIT’s Letterfrack campus this Friday, 22 January, at 11am.
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New range of initiatives to address GMIT retention rates
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has introduced a range of measures to address the Institute’s retention rates which will aid first year students complete their programmes of study.
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GMIT Mayo launches new part-time course in Services Marketing
GMIT Mayo is pleased to offer a brand new part-time course in Services Marketing to the Business community in Mayo, commencing mid-January, 2016.
December 2015
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GMIT graduate wins ‘Graduate of the Year’ at the Irish Hospitality Institute National Awards
Veronica Byrne, a graduate of the College of Tourism and Arts (CTA) in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has won the 2015 Irish Hospitality Institute (IHI) Graduate of the Year Award, at a ceremony held recently in the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel, Dublin.
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GMIT student wins top award in IrelandSkills National Competition
Cian Mulligan, a student at GMIT’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology in Letterfrack, has scooped the coveted top award in this year’s IrelandSkills National Competition in Joinery, held in Cork Institute of Technology. Cian, from Taravic, Redgap, Rathcoole, Co D
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Celine Curtin and Dr John Healy win GMIT President's Award for Teaching Excellence
GMIT is pleased to announce that lecturers Celine Curtin, Department of Film & Documentary, and Dr John Healy, Department of Computing & Applied Physics, are joint winners of this year’s GMIT President’s Award for Teaching Excellence.
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GMIT launches Student Enterprise Awards 2016
GMIT students in all campuses are in with a chance to win substantial cash prizes and supports for their start-up ideas and businesses following the launch of the GMIT Student Enterprise Awards 2016.
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GMIT presents Honorary Fellowships to three outstanding individuals
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has awarded Honorary Fellowships to three outstanding individuals for their contribution to their communities and to regional development in the west; Donagh O’Donoghue, Galway city, Matt Molloy, Ballaghadereen, Co Roscommon and Westport, Co Mayo, and Mi
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GMIT Business lecturer receives National Teaching Excellence Award
Colm Kelleher, a lecturer in GMIT’s School of Business, has won a National Teaching Excellence Award from the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education.
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GMIT scientist on international RV Polarstern expedition to Cape Town
The research vessel RV Polarstern arrived in Cape Town on Tuesday, 1 December, after a five-week voyage from Germany during which 32 international young scientists were trained in how to observe and measure the vital signs of the Atlantic Ocean on the North South Atlantic transect (NoSoAT).
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GMIT Mayo to host 2016 Kayaking Intervarsities (5 - 7 Feb)
The top paddlers from all over Ireland will gather in Castlebar in February next when GMIT Mayo hosts the Kayaking Intervarsities 2016, one of the largest participation events in third level sport in Ireland.
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Hotel and Catering Management students launch eco initiative
Students of the Bachelor of Business in Hotel & Catering Management have set up 18 bird feeder locations on the grounds of the GMIT Galway campus, from proceeds of a fundraiser they hosted recently as part of their degree studies.
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GMIT and RPS awarded Best Academic Paper at the Construction IT Alliance (CITA) Conference
GMIT and the RPS Group have been awarded Best Academic Paper for “A Collaborative Academia-Industry Approach to Programme-Wide Implementation of Building Information Modelling (BIM) Processes using a Reciprocal Learning Framework” at the recent Construction IT Alliance biennial conference in Dubl
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Textiles students take part in international 'Passion & Legacy' show
An exhibition of contemporary textiles, celebrating an international project called ‘Passion & Legacy’, will open in GMIT’s Centre for the Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) on Thursday, 3 December, from 5.30pm.
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Mayo artists host exhibition in GMIT on history of campus building
GMIT Mayo is currently hosting an intriguing and thought-provoking group art exhibition about the GMIT campus building in Castlebar, formerly St Mary’s psychiatric hospital.
November 2015
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Almost 2,000 GMIT students conferred with awards
Almost 2,000 GMIT students were conferred with awards at the annual GMIT Conferrings in Galway and Mayo this month (November), concluding with the Mayo campus conferrings on Friday, 27 November, in the Royal Theatre Hotel, Castlebar.
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100 GMIT and IT Carlow students take part in two-day Hackathon
Over 100 students from GMIT and IT Carlow took part in this year’s GMIT Hackathon hosted by students in the Department of Computer Science & Applied Physics at the Galway (Dublin Road) campus.
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GMIT offers free course in Food Innovation and Entrepreneurship
GMIT is delighted to offer a brand new and free Certificate in Food Innovation and Entrepreneurship course under the Government-funded Higher Education Springboard initiative. This part-time course will be delivered by high-profile entrepreneurs including but not limited to Brendan Allen
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GMIT researcher wins first place at National #Thesis in 3 Final
Fiona Malone, a postgrad researcher in GMIT’s Medical Technology Research Centre, GMedTech, has won overall first prize at the 2015 National Thesis in 3 Final, held in the Sugar Club, Dublin, recently.
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GMIT hosts photography exhibition 'Germany through my lens'
A collective photography exhibition involving Galway’s two third-level colleges, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG), opened in GMIT’s Centre for the Creative Arts & Media (CCAM) this evening (Wednesday, 18 November).
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GMIT Mayo host talk by caver who descended deepest known cave in the world
On Thursday, 26 November, GMIT Mayo will proudly host a public talk by Eoghan Mullen who, as part of an international caving expedition in 2010, descended the deepest known cave system in the world, the Krubera-Voronja cave.
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GMIT Mayo and Mayo Dark-Skies Project host night appreciation event
Students on the GMIT Mayo Outdoor Education programme are to hold a dark evening activity event on Thursday, 10 December, at Lough Lannagh in Castlebar in association with the Mayo Dark Skies Project.
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GMIT hosts conference on 'Diversity: Promoting Equality' (13 Nov)
Diversity means different things to different people. Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIIT) extends an open invitation to a conference titled “Understanding diversity: Promoting equality” which takes place in the Mayo campus on Friday next, 13 November, from 9.15am to 12.30 pm.
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Bressie is guest speaker at GMIT SU Mental Health Seminar (11 Nov)
A seminar on mental health will take place in GMIT’s Dublin Road campus on Wednesday next, 11 November, at 7pm. TV personality, musician, triathlete and mental health advocate Niall Breslin, known to his legions of fans as Bressie, will be Guest of Honour speaking at the event.
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GMIT lecturer's published work features in final Accounting exam
The work of Fearghal McHugh, a lecturer in the School of Business in GMIT, is becoming synonymous with best practice in accounting, following reference to his published articles on the subject in this year’s final year ACCA professional accounting exam paper.
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GMIT establishes new secure bicycle shelter at Gaway campus
A new secure bicycle shelter has been established at GMIT’s main Galway campus for use by GMIT students and staff.
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World famous Italian astronaut Paulo Nespoli to give a public talk in GMIT
World famous ESA astronaut Paolo Nespoli will visit GMIT on Wednesday next, 11 November, to deliver a talk to 500 secondary school students as part of the 18th Galway Science and Technology Festival.
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Galway Design week explores and celebrates creativity with GMIT
A special open forum on Design and Creative Enterprise will be held in GMIT’s Centre for the Creative Arts and Media tomorrow, 4 November, from 2 to 5pm.
October 2015
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Irish and international employers keen to recruit GMIT Letterfrack students
MIT Letterfrack recently hosted a very successful Careers Day (Thursday 15 October) with Irish and international employers lining up to meet students, graduates and staff.
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GMIT hospitality lecturer top of class of prestigious international sherry programme
GMIT hospitality lecturer Elizabeth Fox has been awarded a special prize for the highest result in the World Certified Sherry Educators Programme in Spain. 25 professionals from around the world gathered in Jerez in October to qualify as Sherry Certified Educators.
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GMIT Mayo hosts Open Morning for secondary school pupils and teachers
GMIT Mayo is opening its doors to the public on Friday, 13 November (10am – 1pm), for an Open Morning for secondary school students, parents and anyone interested in starting or returning to third-level study as a mature student.
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GMIT biomedical engineer wins top award at Vascular Surgical Congress
Dr Florian Stefanov, a Biomedical Research Engineer at GMIT’s Medical Technology Centre, GMedTech, in collaboration with the Western Vascular Institute, Galway University Hospital and Galway Clinic, has won first place at the International Society for Vascular Surgery 2015 Congress, for a poster
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GMIT Mayo awarded Amber Flag for positive mental health campaigns
GMIT Mayo has been awarded the Amber Flag, from the voluntary national group Suicide Aware, in recognition of GMIT students’ successful mental health promotion campaigns.
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International scientists embark on expedition to investigate deep water ecosystems off Spain
On Saturday, 24 October, the Marine Institute operated national research vessel, the Celtic Explorer, departs from Galway on the exciting 20 day, multidisciplinary deep-sea scientific expedition “Deep-Links: Ecosystem services of deep-sea biotopes” to the Gulf of Cadiz off the Spanish coast.
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Connacht-Ulster Alliance gets go-ahead to work towards becoming a Technological University
The Connacht-Ulster Alliance [CUA] has been granted approval by the Minister for Education and Skills, Jan O’Sullivan T.D., to proceed to the next stage of the process of building a Technological University for the West/North-West of Ireland.
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GMIT Letterfrack establishes new woodland with Connemara National Park
GMIT Letterfrack has established a new five-acre native woodland in the grounds of the Connemara National Park (CNP) in collaboration with the CNP, Connemara West and local community groups.
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GMIT Letterfrack and Coillte announce new research & innovation collaboration
GMIT Letterfrack has formed an important new alliance with Coillte, aimed at advancing the objectives and mission of the two organisations through knowledge transfer, technical projects and research.
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Digital Media student creates animated video for Dublin Eye & Ear Hospital
A second year Digital Media student from GMIT Mayo was involved in the creation of a short animated video for the Royal Victoria Eye & Ear Hospital (RVEEH) website on how to use ear drops.
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New interactive events to be part of GMIT Open Days (Fri 23 & Sat 24 Oct)
Secondary school pupils, teachers and career counsellors will find a brand new format at GMIT’s upcoming two Open Days on Friday 23 October (9.30am-12.30pm)and Saturday 24 October, with a new focus on learning and development games and activities.
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GMIT Mayo students organise 'Sleep out' fundraiser for Focus Ireland
A group of students from GMIT Mayo are holding a ‘Sleep out’ night on Friday, 16 October, in Castlebar, Co Mayo, in aid of the homeless charity Focus Ireland.
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GMIT student wins Intel Women in Technology scholarship
A first year GMIT Software Development student has won a coveted Intel Women in Technology Scholarship.
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GMIT Letterfrack initiative to showcase Irish designers' work at seven Galway locations
GMIT Letterfrack is undertaking an exciting public initiative, with support from Irish Design 2015, which will see seven large display boxes put on permanent public exhibition in prominent locations around Galway City to promote Irish Design.
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GMIT scientists’ first report of microplastic pollution in the Arctic published
The first study of microplastic pollution in Arctic waters was published Thursday, 8 October, in Nature’s Scientific Reports by GMIT scientists and their collaborators. Plastic marine litter is found in varying quantities and sizes around the globe from surface waters to deep sea sediments.
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Outdoor Education graduates kayak around Ireland for Console
The Irish Summer of 2015 was not the most memorable weather wise but it did not hold back two graduates of the GMIT Mayo Outdoor Education & Leisure Programme, Pearce O’Toole from Spiddel and Ruairi Leddy from Roscommon,from embarking on a 1,500km kayak journey around the coast of Ireland fo
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GMIT Mayo and Europe Direct hold public lecture on Formation of the EU
GMIT Mayo, in partnership with Europe Direct Tubbercurry, will hold a public lecture on Tuesday, 13 October, on ‘The Formation of the EU – The Legacy of the Founding Fathers' at 10am in St Mary’s Hall on campus.
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Top designers to address national 'Déanta' conference in GMIT Letterfrack
As part of Irish Design 2015 (ID15), a national year-long programme loring, promoting and celebrating Irish Design in every form, GMIT Letterfrack is hosting a one-day conference on Friday, 30 October 2015, titled Déanta: Irish Design from Concept to Manufacture to Market.
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GMIT appoints new Head of Nursing, Health Sciences & Social Care Dept.
GMIT is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Justin Kerr as Head of the Nursing, Health Sciences and Social Care Department at the GMIT Mayo campus.
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Largest ever turnout for GMIT Spirit of Entrepreneurship event
Several hundred people gathered in GMIT Mayo in Castlebar on Tuesday last (29 September) for the annual Innovation Hub ‘Spirit of Entrepreneurship’ event.
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GMIT students meet An Taoiseach and new GMIT President
First year students in GMIT Mayo received a warm welcome to the Mayo campus in Castlebar from An Taoiseach Enda Kenny and GMIT’s incoming President, Dr Fergal Barry, during a welcome-induction event at the start of the college term.
September 2015
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GMIT Innovation Hub and Galway Chamber present 'Start-up Stories'
As part of the Start-up Gathering 2015, Ireland's national start-up week, GMIT Innovation Hubs will host an evening of colourful start-up stories from successful entrepreneurs, on Thursday, 8 October, 6.30pm, at GMIT Galway’s Innovation Hub (iHub).
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Over 80 employer groups to attend 2015 Careers Fair (5 Oct)
According to research, first impressions are formed within the first 17 seconds of meeting someone. This year’s GMIT Graduate Careers Fair, taking place on Monday, 5 October (12 noon to 3pm), will feature an exciting new event called ‘Dressing for Success’.
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Fulbright scholar and Notre Dame anthropologist joins GMIT Culture & Environment Programme
GMIT is delighted to announce that Fulbright Scholar and University of Notre Dame Anthropologist, Dr Deb Rotman, has joined the GMIT Culture and Environment programme as a guest lecturer for the 2015/16 academic year.
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Artists raise awareness of migrant sufferings with public installation
The Giddy Biddy Collective, a Galway-based artists group, volunteering with the Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture bid, are proud to present INFINITY, a project born in response to Europe’s forced migration issues, for Galway’s Culture night, Friday 18th September 2015. INFINITY, takes the
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GMIT and Engineers Ireland present public talk on 'Engineering Matters'
A public talk by Engineers Ireland Western Region in association with GMIT’s School of Engineering will take place in GMIT, Galway, on Thursday, 24 September, 2015, from 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Room 994, new building).
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Leading entrepreneurs to address GMIT Spirit of Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurs and business people from the west region will gather at GMIT Mayo in Castlebar on Tuesday, 29 September, to participate in the ninth annual Spirit of Entrepreneurship Evening hosted by the Innovation Hub (iHub), formerly known as the Innovation in Business Centre (IiBC).
August 2015
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GMIT Letterfrack student ranked sixth in WorldSkills 2015
Cian Mulligan, a student at GMIT’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology in Letterfrack, has been ranked 6th in the Cabinetmaking WorldSkills Competition held in São Paulo, Brazil. Cian also won a Medallion for Excellence due to his outstanding performance.
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STEM degrees in high demand at GMIT
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has made up to 20% more offers at honours degree level this year (2015) compared to last, this year’s CAO figures show.
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GMIT Springboard course in CREATIVE ENTERPRISE
GMIT is currently accepting applications for a new course in Creative Enterprise which is fully funded through the Springboard programme.
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GMIT Springboard course in CREATIVE ENTERPRISE
GMIT is currently accepting applications for a new course in Creative Enterprise which is fully funded through the Springboard programme.
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GMIT appoints new President
The Governing Body of Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has approved the appointment of Dr Fergal Barry as President.
July 2015
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GMIT offers new part-time programme in Supervisory Management
GMIT is delighted to offer a new part-time programme ‘Certificate in Supervisory Management’ which will be delivered in the Mayo and Galway campuses from September.
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14 high potential entrepreneurs commence New Frontiers in GMIT
A group of people with innovative start-up ideas have commenced the New Frontiers (Phase II) entrepreneurship programme delivered by GMIT at its Innovation Hubs in Galway and Mayo. The group’s business ideas span the Information Technology, Business Services and Retail sectors.
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Job prospects promising for GMIT Architectural Technology graduates
Students on the Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology programme in GMIT hosted a public exhibition of their final year projects in the Galway campus in May and June, attended by local companies, sponsors, lecturers, the students and their families.
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Claremorris student wins top innovation award at Wood Marketing event
The flexibility of wood was demonstrated by students throughout Ireland at the 2015 Third Level Student Wood Awards hosted by the Wood Marketing Federation (WMF) in Dublin recently.
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GMIT Business students win 'Best Emerging Business' at EI Awards
Two GMIT Business students, Lorraine Sotoparra from Foxford and Laura Williams from Castlebar, Co Mayo, have won the ‘Best Emerging Business’ award at the recent Enterprise Ireland National Student Enterprise competition for their product called ‘Mr Wee’.
June 2015
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Letterfrack student selected to represent Ireland in Worldskills
A student at GMIT’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology in Letterfrack has been identified as Ireland’s most promising young craftsperson in Cabinetmaking and has been selected to join an Irish Team that will compete in the WorldSkills 2015 Competition taking place
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GMIT calls on students to consider a Tech career ahead of CAO deadline
With 6,000 job vacancies currently in the technology sector alone and over 44,000 vacancies forecast for graduates with technology skills over the next three years, GMIT wants to ensure that students are fully aware of the opportunities available if they pursue an ICT course in further or higher
May 2015
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GMIT wins top employability award for ‘The Next Step –Transitioning to the Workplace Module’ at GradIreland Recruitment Awards 2015
A GMIT module that helps final year students prepare for the workplace has received national recognition.
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GMIT Mayo launches Artists Summer Residency Programme
GMIT Mayo has launched its Artists Summer Residency Programme 2015 which supports emerging and established artists in the region.
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PhD student wins national award for research on 'Best waste management'
PhD student Jan Gottsche (centre) from Oranmore, Co Galway has won ‘Best Waste and Resource Management' presentation at the recent Environ 2015 conference in IT Sligo.
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Over 200 secondary students take part in GMIT 'Future Skills' event
Over 200 Secondary School students from Galway, Mayo, Roscommon and Clare attended GMIT recently, to participate in the ‘Future Skills’ project, supported by Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology Access Service.
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ITAG AtlanTec 2015 ‘The Art of Software Development’: GMIT, 15 May
Information Technology Association Galway (ITAG), of which GMIT is a member, is hosting its inaugural conference AtlanTec 2015 in GMIT's main Galway campus on Friday week, 15 May, from 9am to 4.30pm (registration 8.30am).
April 2015
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Culinary degree students showcase new 'retail ready' food products
Twelve Culinary Arts degree students showcased a range of new food products they developed as part of their degree studies, at a public event in GMIT last week (Wednesday 22 April) attended by students, staff and guest judges.
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MedScience student wins top prize at LABCON 2015
A Medical Science student at GMIT has won the top prize at this year’s Medical Laboratory Conference, LABCON 2015, for ‘Best Undergraduate Science Project’, which took place in Lyrath Estate Hotel, Kilkenny on 17 and 18 April.
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GMIT student's short film 'Pockets' to screen at Cannes' Short Film Corner
A short film by a young Galway-based filmmaker, Luke Morgan, has been accepted to screen at the Cannes Film Festival’s Short Film Corner. Luke is a third year student on the BA (Hons) in Film & Documentary at GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts & Media (CCAM).
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GMIT Forum focuses on training needs of Adventure Tourism sector
GMIT College of Tourism & Arts in partnership with Fáilte Ireland held a one-day Adventure Tourism Forum in the Galway campus (Dublin Road) this week, Thursday 23 April.
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Mountbellew student wins top GMIT Innovation Award for Bow Ties product
Bow ties made from wood, a unique product created by a Furniture Design student in GMIT’s Letterfrack campus, has won the top prize of €2,500 in the GMIT Student Innovation Awards Final (2015) which took place in GMIT Mayo this week, Thursday 16 April 2015.
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Open Day aims to help CAO students make the right choices (18 April)
GMIT will hold its last Open Day of the academic year on Saturday, 18 April, for secondary school students, parents, career teachers and matures students. As some 6,000 CAO applicants have still not registered their course preferences, this event aims to help students make the right choices.
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Culinary student wins place on international gastronomy programme
GMIT Culinary Arts student Cormac Withero has won a prestigious scholarship for the 8th International Spanish Gastronomy Training Programme, having competed against culinary students from all over the world including Ireland for one of 12 coveted places on the programme.
March 2015
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Business (Accounting) students win national Ernst & Young Challenge
Five Business students in GMIT have scooped first prize in the national Ernst & Young (EY) Head-to-Head Challenge which, for the first time, was open to all Institutes of Technology in the country.
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Construction Management Conference hears activity levels growing
The fifth International Construction Management Day Conference, hosted by the GMIT Department of Building & Civil Engineering, had the highest number of delegates in attendance since the inaugural conference five years ago.
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Galway Community College and Gairmscoil Mhuire Athenry win CanSat regional final
The winners of the West of Ireland CanSat Final held in GMIT on Friday 27 February were Team Sputnikí Mhóinín from Galway Community College, Galway city, and Team Sat AthaRi from GairmScoil Mhuire, Athenry.
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CUA submits Expression of Interest for re-designation as a TU
The Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) today submitted a formal Expression of Interest to the Higher Education Authority (HEA) for re-designation as a Technological University.
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Seolfaidh GMIT Tionscnamh úr-nua chum an Ghaeilge a chur chun cinn ag gach campas
Seolfar tionscnamh fuinniúil san Institiúid inniu (Dé Máirt, an 3 Márta, 2015) a bhfuil sé mar aidhm aige úsáid na Gaeilge a chur chun cinn in GMIT. Déanfaidh an láithreoir teilifíse agus raidió, Eoghan Mac Diarmada an ócáid a sheoladh mar chuid d’imeachtaí Sheachtain na Gaeilge.
February 2015
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GMIT open evening on how to start a career in Accounting (3 March)
An information evening on how to start a career in accounting will take place in GMIT’s main Galway campus on Tuesday, 3 March, from 7pm to 8pm. Information will be available on all GMIT accountancy options including technician, undergraduate, postgraduate and professional programmes.
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Tourism & Arts students win eight Gold medals at Catex 2015
Students in GMIT’s College of Tourism & Arts have once again swept the awards board at Catex 2015, one of the biggest national culinary competitions and networking events in the Irish foodservice industry.
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GMIT hosts 5th annual International Construction Management Day Conference
The fifth International Construction Management Day Conference, hosted by the GMIT Department of Building & Civil Engineering, will take place in GMIT Galway on 10 March, 2015.
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GMIT launches spring talks series in association with RTÉ
As part of GMIT’s partnership with RTÉ, the Institute is pleased to announce a new series of talks with key individuals from the public service broadcaster which commenced in GMIT’s Dublin Road campus today (17 February) to the end of May.
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Over 40 employer groups to attend GMIT Graduate Careers Fair (10 Feb)
Over 40 organisations comprising a range of employers groups and recruitment agencies are to take part in the annual GMIT Mayo Graduate Careers Fair which takes place in St Mary’s Hall on campus on Tuesday, 10 February, 11am to 2pm.
January 2015
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Open Day to take place in two city campuses (Saturday 24 January)
GMIT will hold an Open Day at its two city campuses on Saturday next, 24 January, for mature students, school leavers and parents.
December 2014
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Louth GMIT graduate wins top award in IrelandSkills National Competiton
A Louth student, who recently graduated from GMIT Letterfrack’s campus, has scooped the coveted top award in this year’s IrelandSkills National Competition in Cabinetmaking, held in Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute.
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FoodieForum and Gastronomy West to host largest culinary event in the west (Tuesday 3 February 2015)
Foodie Forum 2015 Photo Gallery - CLICK HERE
Gastronomy West 2015 Speakers' Presentations - CLICK HERE
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GMIT presents academic scholarships to nine students
GMIT presented nine academic scholarships to students from Galway and Mayo at a reception in the g Hotel this week (Thursday 11 December, 2014). The students have the highest Leaving Certificate points in their GMIT programme of study.
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GMIT art students and staff hold two public art exhibitions
Two GMIT art exhibitions will take place during the month of December, one in the Mayo campus in Castlebar and the other in Salthill, Galway, both opening on Friday 4 December.
November 2014
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GMIT Surf Club wins Student Sport Ireland Event of the Year Award
GMIT Mayo Surf Club has won the 2014 Student Sport Ireland (SSI) Event of the Year Award for organising and hosting the 2014 Surf Intervarsity in Achill, Co Mayo, earlier this year (2014).
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Business lecturer made Fellow of Irish Academy of Management
Dr Noel Harvey, senior lecturer in the GMIT School of Business, was made a Fellow of the Irish Academy of Management (IAM) at their recent conference in the University of Limerick.
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MedScience graduates return to GMIT to share their career experiences
A number of graduates of the Medical Science course in GMIT returned to the Galway campus last week (7 November) to share their career experiences with current students on the BSc (Hons) degree programme.
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Nursing & Social Care Dept hosts public seminar on student placements
GMIT Mayo’s Department of Nursing and Social Care will host a seminar on student placements in health and social care settings, titled ‘Strengthening links between theory and practice’’ in GMIT Mayo on Friday next, 21 November (9.30 am to 12.30 pm).
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Dr Pauline Logue Collins wins GMIT President's Award for Teaching Excellence
GMIT is pleased to announce the winner of this year's GMIT President's Award for Teaching Excellence is Dr Pauline Logue Collins, a lecturer in Education, Religious Studies & Ethics.
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Over 2,100 GMIT students to be conferred with awards
Over 2,100 students will be conferred with awards at GMIT's annual Conferring ceremonies which take place in Galway and Mayo over four days this month (November), commencing Thursday 13 November.
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Mayo campus launches two new honours degrees
GMIT Mayo is pleased to announce two new honours degree programmes, Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Arts in Outdoor Education, commencing next September (2015).
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Social documentaries to be screened in Mayo Movieworld (Tues 18 Nov)
A series of innovative documentaries will be screened in Mayo Movieworld, Castlebar, on Tuesday 18 November (2pm and 5.30pm) in collaboration with GMIT Mayo’s Applied Social studies programme and Dutch lecturer and filmmaker Willem Blok.
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GMIT launches technology competition for secondary school students
GMIT’s Engineering School has launched an exciting technology competition, CanSat 2015, in collaboration with five local technology companies in Galway, who will mentor and prepare 11 secondary school teams for the challenge of building a CanSat, setting it on a scientific mission, and returning
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Design students to hold exhibition in CCAM as part of Design Week
Students and graduates of GMIT design programmes are joining forces to hold an exciting exhibition of art work and furniture pieces in GMIT’s Centre for the Creative Arts and Media (CCAM), on Monday next, 10 November.
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GMIT lecturer launches educational book about furniture & interiors
Dr Marion McGarry, a lecturer in GMIT's Letterfrack campus, has written a new book about furniture aimed at students of furniture design and interiors.
October 2014
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GMIT hosts classical piano recital with pre concert, four-course meal
GMIT College of Tourism & Arts is delighted to announce that its second classical concert in its ‘Musical Moments’ programme will take place next Monday 3 November, (7.30pm) in the Galway (Dublin Road) campus.
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Hundreds of second-level pupils to attend GMIT Mayo Open Day
Large crowds of second level pupils and careers teachers from schools in Mayo and surrounding counties are expected to attend GMIT Mayo’s Open Day next month, Friday 14 November (10am-1pm).
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GMIT Letterfrack raises its first international Green Campus Flag
GMIT Letterfrack has been awarded an international Green Campus Flag by An Taisce. The Mayor of County Galway, Cllr Mary Hoade, officially raised the flag at a ceremony on campus yesterday (Tuesday 21 October) attended by students, staff and special guests.
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President of Ireland Michael D Higgins visits GMIT Letterfrack
Staff and students in GMIT Letterfrack were delighted to receive a visit today from the President of Ireland Michael D Higgins and Sabina Higgins. The first couple visited the Furniture Gallery and machine halls on campus, and the President delivered a speech to students and staff.
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Open Days to include range of interesting workshops
Secondary school students attending GMIT’s two Open Days on Friday 17 and Saturday 18 October next will be presented with opportunities to attend a variety of workshops reflecting particular disciplines of study in GMIT’s two Galway city campuses.
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Two GMIT lecturers win National Teaching Hero Awards
GMIT lecturers John Carty and Richie Hoare have been awarded Teaching Hero Awards by the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education in partnership with the Union of Students in Ireland (USI).
September 2014
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Largest number of employer groups for GMIT Careers Fair: 6 Oct
The biggest ever number of employers groups and recruitment companies are to attend this year’s GMIT Careers Fair on Monday 6 October, seeking to fill a broad range of jobs in a range of sectors.
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GMIT wins Sunday Times IT of the Year
Staff and students in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) are celebrating winning the Sunday Times Institute of Technology of the Year in The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2015, a special 16-page supplement to be published free with the newspaper this Sunday, 28 September.
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Over 2000 first years commence studies at GMIT
GMIT welcomed just over 2,000 first years to its campuses in Galway and Mayo this week, some 140 more than last year’s intake (2013) and 400 more than 2012.
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GMIT launches new identity for its Innovation Hubs
GMIT this week launched a new identity for its campus Innovation Hubs, formerly known as the Innovation in Business Centres (IiBCs), at the annual GMIT Mayo Spirit of Entrepreneurship event on Monday evening (15 September).
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Bobby Kerr to address 'Spirit of Entrepreneurship' in GMIT Mayo
GMIT Mayo’s Innovation Hub will once again host the ‘Spirit of Entrepreneurship’ event in St Mary’s Hall on campus, Castlebar, on Monday 15 September. This year’s guest speaker is Bobby Kerr, entrepreneur, Dragon's Den investor and Newstalk presenter.
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Centre for Creative Arts & Media hosts Culture Night (19 Sept)
A reading and discussion by two exciting and emerging Irish writers Sara Baume and Maeve Mulrennan will take place in GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts & Media (CCAM), Wellpark Road, Galway, on Friday 19 September, 5pm to 6.30pm, as part of Culture Night 2014.
August 2014
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GMIT increases its honours degree (Level 8) offers by 30%
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has made 30% more offers at honours degree level this year (2014) compared to last, this year’s CAO figures show.
July 2014
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Event Management & PR student wins top industry award
A third year student in GMIT’s College of Tourism and Arts has won a prestigious national award for her work as an intern with Irish Concert Promotion Company MCD.
June 2014
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Centre for Creative Arts & Media launches art residency programmes
GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts & Media (CCAM) is delighted to announce a series of exciting initiatives that support artists and film makers in the west. Ten artists, a film production company, a curator and a photographer have been selected for the GMIT CCAM residencies.
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GMIT employee's short story makes RTE competition shortlist
A member of staff in GMIT Mayo, who started writing as a hobby two years ago, has been shortlisted in a prestigious national short story competition for her story “Poked” which will be broadcast on RTE Radio 1 on 18 July.
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Furniture students win top accolades at Future Makers Awards 2014
Two students studying Furniture Design and Manufacture degrees in GMIT Letterfrack have been recognised for their excellence at this year’s Future Makers Awards and Suuports, a programme by the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland.
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Business students win funding for Heat Tracker and Hearbeat start-up ideas
GMIT Business students have won student enterprise awards and funding for two innovative start up ideas - an agricultural monitor called ‘Heat Tracker’ that helps farmers determine if cattle are in heat, and a baby monitoring device called ‘Heartbeat’ that could help prevent cot deaths.
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Nursing and public health officials meet in GMIT to review nursing education
Nursing lecturers and HSE employees gathered in GMIT Mayo on Thursday last (29 May) to take part in a formal consultation on nursing education in Ireland.
May 2014
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Architectural Technology students showcase their work to the public
An exhibition of projects by Architectural Technology students in GMIT will open to the public next Tuesday, 3 June, featuring the work of over 40 students.
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GMIT premiers educational films about rural community development
Three unique educational documentaries about rural community development projects in Mayo, made by a visiting Dutch academic on GMIT’s Applied Social Studies degree programme, will be screened in Castlebar’s Movieworld cinerma on Tuesday 3 June (5pm).
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Graduate Art show opens to the public during June Bank holiday
An exciting exhibition of contemporary art by final year Art & Design students in GMIT will open to the public in GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts & Media (formerly Cluain Mhuire) on Saturday 31 May, 2.30pm.
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Business School offers new full-time Accountancy Technician course
GMIT is pleased to announce a new entry route to accountancy programmes in the Institute in response to increasing employer demand. The School of Business is now offering a full-time, two-year Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) programme, commencing September 2014.
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Huge interest in live 'Save our Swifts' project as birds return to campus
Groups of children and adults are flocking to GMIT Mayo to watch and learn about an exciting bird conservation project called ‘Save our Swifts’ which is being streamed live on www.gmit.ie.
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GMIT Letterfrack awarded coveted 'Green Flag Campus' status
Staff and students in GMIT Letterfrack are this week celebrating a milestone in the campus’ history after being formally appproved for an international Green Flag Award in recognition of its implementation of the Green-Campus Programme.
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GMIT Mayo launches new part-time honours art degree
GMIT Mayo has launched a new part-time honours art degree, one of only two level 8 (honours) part-time art courses offered by a third-level college in Ireland.
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GMIT and LIT sign new agreement that will benefit Atlantic Corridor regions
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is pleased to announce a new strategic alliance with Limerick Institute of Technology (LIT) that will provide greater educational opportunities for students, communities and industry in the West/North West and Mid-West regions (Atlantic Corridor).
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GMIT SciFest to exhibit 50 exciting projects by secondary school pupils
Secondary school pupils from counties Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Clare and Tipperary will exhibit a range of exciting science projects in GMIT Galway on Thursday, 15 May, as part of the 2014 Young Scientist SciFest competition.
April 2014
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Science students are runners-up in All-Ireland Eurachem Competition
GMIT science students have won second place in the Irish Eurachem Analytical Measurement Competition which is open to all universities and Institutes of Technology in the country.
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Success for GMIT students at IFEX 2014 culinary competition
Culinary students from Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) scooped a range of top awards at this year’s IFEX Culinary Competition in Belfast, with Co Clare student Patrick Phillips winning ‘Student Culinarian of the Year’ for his three-course meal.
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Software Development students winning multiple national awards
GMIT students are winning top prizes in software development competitions across the country, claiming first place in the regional Code Ninja student app competition, ‘Best Gameplay Award’ in the national Games Ireland Challenge, and second in Microsoft’s international Imagine Cup.
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GMIT rolls out new hi-tech video conferencing service to schools
GMIT has launched a new online talks service between GMIT campuses and secondary schools across the country, using the latest hi-definition, video-conferencing systems and an online learning software tool. GMIT is one of the first Institutes of Technology to roll out this new service.
March 2014
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Award-winning Eliza Puchianu to perform in new GMIT concert series
Award-winning Romanian pianist Eliza Puchianu is to perform a programme of sonatas by Beethoven and Chopin in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) on Wednesday next, 2 April, as part of a new series of concerts called ‘Musical Moments’ launched by the Institute.
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GMIT Mayo wins Irish Surfing Intervarsity Championships
GMIT Mayo held off stiff competition from a strong IT Sligo team and reigning champions NUI Galway to win the 2014 Surf Intervarsities at Keel beach in Achill, Co Mayo on Sunday (23 March 2014).
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Students' Road Buddy app wins Student Innovation Awards 2014
GMIT students from disciplines as diverse as Business, IT and Agricultural Science are showing a flair for entrepreneurship judging by the range of start-up ideas submitted to this year’s GMIT Student Innovation Awards (2014).
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GMIT Mayo to host Irish Surfing Intervarsities: 22 & 23 March (Achill)
GMIT Mayo is delighted to announce it will host the 2014 Surf Intervarsities on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 March in Keel, Achill, Co Mayo.
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Heritage students host public exhibition on 16th century Leitrim Plantation
Students on the Heritage Studies programme in GMIT Mayo are hosting a history exhibition ‘The Plantation of Leitrim, 1585-1670’ in partnership with Carrick-on-Shannon Heritage Group, in GMIT’s campus in Castlebar.
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Construction Conference delegates express cautious optimism for industry
The over-riding message from the 4th annual Construction Management Conference in GMIT this week (Tuesday 11 March 2014) was one of cautious optimism for the industry, and a broad welcome for the new range of regulations.
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Major increase in CAO applications for GMIT construction courses
The latest CAO figures (March 2014) show a bounce back in demand for construction and civil engineering programmes in GMIT. Applications for the honours degree in Construction Economics and Quantity Surveying programme are up 80% this year on last, while applications for the honours degree in Ar
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Gairmscoil Mhuire Athenry and Mercy Convent Galway win CanSat Connacht Final
Gairmsat from Gairmscoil Mhuire, Athenry and Freefallers from Mercy Convent, Galway have won the Connacht final of the 2014 ESERO Ireland – CEIA CanSat competition at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT). The winning teams will now go on to compete at the national final of the competition
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Upturn to be focus of Construction Management Day Conference
The construction industry and preparations for the continuing upturn is to be the focus of a national conference hosted by the GMIT Department of Building & Civil Engineering in GMIT Galway on Tuesday 11 March.
February 2014
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Culinary arts students sweep the boards at Chef Ireland 2014
GMIT Culinary Arts degree students have swept the boards at this year’s Chef Ireland competition, winning three Gold, five Silver, five Bronze medals and numerous Certificates of Merits.
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Connacht-Ulster Alliance launches new online research resource
A valuable new research resource for third-level students and academic staff in the North West has been officially launched by the three Institutes of Technology in the Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA).
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Open Evening on Accounting study options in GMIT Galway (20 Feb)
GMIT is holding an information evening on how to start a career in accounting, at the Galway campus this Thursday 20 February, 7pm to 8.30pm (Café Foyer).
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Building & Civil Engineering Dept announces partnership with SCSI
GMIT’s Building and Civil Engineering Department is delighted to announce a new partnership agreement with the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) which will benefit graduates of the BSc (Hons) in Construction Economics and Quantity Surveying programme in GMIT.
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GMIT holds Open Evening in Belmullet on two construction courses (25 Feb)
An open evening on two construction degree courses in GMIT Mayo, and related funding opportunities, will take place in Belmullet, Co Mayo, on Tuesday 25 February, 7pm, in the town’s Civic Centre.
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Students and City Museum launch App to enhance visitors' experience
GMIT students from two distinct disciplines, Software Development and Fine Art, have designed and developed an exciting new android App aimed at enhancing visitors’ experience of Galway City Museum.
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GMIT appoints Dr Deirdre Garvey Head of GMIT Mayo campus
GMIT is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Deirdre Garvey as the new Head of the GMIT Mayo campus. Dr Garvey, originally from Ballyhaunis, joined GMIT in 2008 as a Senior Lecturer with responsibility for the Lifelong Learning area.
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Graduate Careers Fair: GMIT Mayo (11 February, 10am – 1pm)
GMIT Mayo is holding a Graduate Careers Fair on campus on Tuesday 11 February from 10am to 1pm for students, graduates and anyone interested in finding out about current opportunities and career trends.
January 2014
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GMIT statement: Tragic death of two students in Belgium
GMIT offers deepest sympathies to the families of two GMIT students, 22 year old Dace Zarina from Longford and 19 year old Sara Gibadlo from Oranmore, Galway, both of whom died tragically following a fire at a residence in the Belgian city of Leuven on Friday morning, 31 January 2014.
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GMIT students win SCCUL award for driving app that can save lives
Students from GMIT have won first prize in the SCCUL Enterprise Awards for developing a driving app that may save lives.
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Open Evening in Belmullet on GMIT Construction & Building programmes
GMIT Mayo is holding a special open evening in Belmullet on Tuesday 28 January (7pm) on two engineering programmes, BSc in Construction Management in Refurbishment and Maintenance and BSc in Sustainable Building Technology.
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Connacht Ulster Alliance welcomes the Technological Universities Bill
The Connacht-Ulster Alliance (CUA) welcomes the Technological Universities Bill published by the Minster for Education & Skills today (Wednesday 22 January 2014). The bill paves the way for the establishment of Technological Universities.
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Hundreds of secondary pupils to attend Open Day on 24 & 25 January
Hundreds of secondary school students from around the country are to attend Open Days in GMIT this week, on Friday 24 January in Letterffrack (1pm) and Saturday 25 January in the Dublin Road campus and the Centre for the Creative Arts & Media (10am – 1pm).
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GMIT hosts seminar 'What tech companies want from graduates': 20 January, 6pm
The Tech Industry in Ireland continues to grow and opportunities exist for graduates, whether from an ICT background or not. But what do Tech companies actually want? What is needed to start up a tech company of your own?
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Student survey finds public wants Lynch's Castle as a heritage facility
A GMIT student survey of public opinion on the ownership and use of Lynch’s Castle building in Galway city indicates there is overwhelming support for the historic building to be converted into a heritage facility.
December 2013
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Dragon's Den star praises GMIT students' diverse ideas in enterprise competition
Dragon’s Den television personality Bobby Kerr paid a visit to GMIT’s Galway campus recently to attend an exhibition by final year students studying entrepreneurship.
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Kilkenny GMIT student wins top award in IrelandSkills National Final
A Kilkenny student in GMIT's Letterfrack campus has scooped the coveted top award in this year’s IrelandSkills National Competition in Cabinetmaking, held in in Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute.
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13 New Frontier start-ups in GMIT Innovation Centre during 2013
Thirteen new entrepreneurs established start-up companies through GMIT’s Innovation Centres in Galway and Mayo this year (2013), under the Enterprise Ireland New Frontiers programme.
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GMIT awards student scholarships worth €55,000
GMIT and the GMIT Students Union awarded scholarships to 37 first year students this year (2013) in recognition of their academic and sports achievements on commencement of their GMIT studies.
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GMIT GMedTech Centre shortlisted for top industry award
The GMIT biomedical research centre, GMedTech, has been shortlisted for this year’s Medical Technology (Academic) Excellence Awards, one of five Higher Education institutions selected for the accolade which recognises and rewards best practice in the sector in Ireland.
November 2013
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20 organisations to take part in GMIT workshop & symposium on social care
GMIT Mayo is hosting a day-long workshop and symposium on social care in Ireland on Wednesday 4 December, 10.30am – 5pm, in its campus in Castlebar. The keynote address will be delivered by former Governor of Mountjoy Prison John Lonergan.
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GMIT and Engineers Ireland hold open lecture on biomedical engineering
A senior researcher in GMIT’s biomedical engineering research centre, GMedTech, is hosting a public lecture in GMIT’s Galway campus on Tuesday 3 December (7pm) on how this engineering discipline helps save and improve the lives of people with cardiovascular diseases.
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Textiles students selected to take part in prestigious Dublin and London shows
Two final year GMIT Textiles students have been given a huge career boost after taking part in two prestigious shows in Dublin and London recently.
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Mayo campus Open Evening on Construction & Building courses (Tues 3 Dec 7pm)
A special open evening on two engineering programmes, BSc in Construction Management in Refurbishment and Maintenance and BSc in Sustainable Building Technology, will take place in GMIT’s Mayo campus on Tuesday evening, 3 December, 7pm (St Mary’s Hall).
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GMIT hosts public lecture on forensic science (Tuesday 26 November)
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) will host a public seminar on forensic science on Tuesday 26 November (7pm) by Dr Sheila Willis, Director General of Eolaíocht Fhóiréinseach Éireann (EFÉ), the Forensic Science Laboratory, and Dr Seán O’Muircheartaigh of GMIT.
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Students launch campaign promoting heritage value of Lynch's Castle
First year Heritage degree students from GMIT are taking to the streets of Galway on Friday and Saturday, 15 and 16 November, to raise awareness of the heritage value of the landmark historic Lynch’s Castle building on Shop Street.
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GMIT Conferring of Awards to take place this month (November)
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) will confer awards on 2,315 students during four conferring days this month (November) in its campus in Letterfrack on Friday 1 November, in Castlebar’s TF Royal Hotel on Friday 8 November, and in Galway city’s Radisson Blu Hotel on Thursday 14 and Frida
October 2013
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GMIT Mayo reunion reception and concert open to the public
Students and staff in GMIT’s Mayo campus are gearing up for the campus’ Gathering Reunion taking place in Castlebar on Friday 8 November.
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RTÉ's Head of News & Current Affairs to deliver public lecture as part of RTÉ/GMIT partnership
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) will host a public lecture by the Head of RTÉ’s News and Current Affairs, Mr Kevin Bakhust, on the topic “Is there a future for public service broadcasting?’, in GMIT (Galway) on Wednesday 23 October, 2pm (Theatre 1000).
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GMIT Mayo hosts two open events on third-level study and GMIT courses
GMIT Mayo is opening its doors to the public on Thursday 14 November for a Parent Information Evening (7 – 9pm) and Friday 15 November (10am – 1pm) for an Open Morning for secondary school students, as well as parents and anyone interested in starting or returning to third-level study as a mature
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School of Business hosts public lecture series (Oct/Nov)
GMIT School of Business is hosting a public lecture series on the Irish Economy and economics topics during October and November; Professor John Fitzgerald of the ESRI will deliver the first lecture, titled ‘The Irish Economy; An overview’ on Thursday 17 October in the main Galway campus (Theatre
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GMIT to host west region final of EU CanSat competition
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is to host the Connacht final of a unique competition offering secondary school teams in the west their first practical experience of a real space project.
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Two Open Days on CAO options for second level students and parents
Download Open Day Programme HERE
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Letterfrack student wins international Undergraduate Award 2013
A student in GMIT Letterfrack (National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology) has won a prestigious international engineering award for her research dissertation on the ‘Design and Manufacture of Ergonomic Primary School Furniture’.
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Mayo campus to hold international symposium on social work in critical times
International social work experts are to gather in GMIT Mayo on Friday 11 October for a symposium entitled The Need for Social Work Especially in Times of Austerity. The symposium will be hosted by the GMIT Department of Nursing and Social Studies.
September 2013
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Art lecturer and graduates win top awards at Claremorris Open Exhibition
GMIT’s newly formed Centre for Creative Arts and Media (CCAM) is continuing to grow a legacy of award-winning lecturers and students. Two graduates and a lecturer have won top prizes at this year’s Claremorris Open Exhibition, which runs until 5 October.
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Business School hosts public debate on Seanad referendum
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is hosting a public debate on the Seanad Referendum in the Dublin Road (Galway) campus on Monday, 30 September, 11.30am (Rm 994).
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SEOLANN GMIT A SCÉIM GHAEILGE 2013 - 2016/GMIT LAUNCHES ITS IRISH LANGUAGE SCHEME 2013 – 2016
Inniu (Deárdaoin 19 Meán Fómhair) sheol Institiúid Teicneolaíochta na Gaillimhe-Maigh Eo (GMIT) a scéim oifigiúil Ghaeilge a leagann amach raon na réimsí ina dtiomnaíonn GMIT í féin d’fheabhas a chur ar na seirbhísí dátheangacha le linn na dtrí bliana seo chugainn.
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Hundres of Mayo pupils to attend GMIT 'Jobs of the Future' event
Hundreds of secondary school pupils from Mayo are to attend a unique event in the GMIT Mayo campus on Thursday 19th September called ‘Jobs of the Future Open Day’.
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Innovation Centre company wins recognition for 'Rainsavers' product
Two leading Irish entrepreneurs Niall Harbison of Simply Zesty and Seamus McCann of ASTEC Global last evening (Monday 16 September) addressed the annual GMIT Spirit of Entrepreneurship seminar in the GMIT Mayo campus as part of Mayo Ideas Week.
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Leading entrepreneurs to address 'Spirit of Entrepreneurship' event
Two leading Irish entrepreneurs Niall Harbison of Simply Zesty and Seamus McCann of Astec Global are to address the annual GMIT Spirit of Entrepreneurship seminar in the GMIT Mayo campus on Monday 16 September, as part of Mayo Ideas Week.
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Hands on lessons for students and staff as eCar loaned to GMIT
GMIT staff and students from the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering have been getting first-hand experience of energy efficient electric cars having recently taken delivery of an eCar from Electric Ireland for testing and research purposes.
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Over 70 organisations to take part in Careers Fair (7 Oct)
Hundreds of students and graduates of GMIT are expected to attend the annual GMIT Careers and Recruitment Fair in the Galway campus on Monday 7 October.
August 2013
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GMIT Mayo plans major reunion and concert at 2013 conferrings
Plans are underway for the biggest re-union of graduates of GMIT’s Mayo campus later this year. Several hundred graduates and current students are expected to attend the reunion on 8 and 9 November which will include a major concert with Sharon Shannon and her band and guest artist Mundy.
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High demand continues for science and agriculture programmes
Demand for GMIT programmes in Science, Computing and Agriculture continues to be as high as last year, reflecting the national trend, this year’s CAO figures show.
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Student win national award for her contribution to social studies
A student based in the GMIT Mayo campus has been recognised for her outstanding contribution to the area of social studies and social justice.
July 2013
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Accounting Technicians Ireland Programme Launched on Full-Time Basis in GMIT
GMIT continues its development as a centre of accounting education excellence by launching the delivery of Accounting Technicians Ireland (ATI) Technician Programme on a full-time basis in the Galway campus commencing in October 2013.
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GMIT Lecturer is Selected as Fáilte Ireland 2013 Food Champion
Jacinta Dalton, a lecturer in the GMIT College of Tourism & Arts, has been selected as one of eight new influential food tourism ambassadors or ‘Food Champions’ by Fáilte Ireland and will join its Food Tourism Network Development Programme.
June 2013
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GMIT Mayo Campus adds Workplacement Element and New Modules to its Heritage Studies Degree Programme
New opportunities will be available to students studying the Bachelor of Arts degree in Heritage Studies at the Mayo campus from September (2013), with the addition of a new work placement element and new modules to the programme.
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GMIT Offers 120 Free Places on Six Courses under Springboard Initiative
The Institutes of Technology in the Connacht-Ulster Alliance, which comprises Galway–Mayo Institute of Technology, Institute of Technology, Sligo, and Letterkenny Institute of Technology, are pleased to announce almost 540 free, part-time places for jobseekers on an exciting range of courses star
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GMIT Mayo Campus Launches New Part-Time Ba in Contemporary Art Practices
GMIT is delighted to offer a new four-year part-time BA degree in Contemporary Art Practices in its Mayo campus, commencing next January (2014).
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GMIT is Leading College for Student App Developers says Microsoft
The Department of Maths & Computing at Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has been gifted a range of Microsoft Windows 8 tablets, Windows Phone 8 devices and Microsoft Kinnect for PC devices in recognition of the department’s major contribution to the mobile and app development space.
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GMIT Letterfrack Student will Represent Ireland in Worldsklls 2013
A student at GMIT’s National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology in Letterfrack has been identified as Ireland’s most promising young craftsperson in cabinetmaking and has been selected to join an Irish Team that will compete in the WorldSkills Competitions taking place in
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Bish Students take Part in Building and Civil Engineering Workshops in GMIT
A group of secondary school students from St Joseph’s Patrician College (The Bish), Galway, took part in workshop and lab sessions in GMIT’s Department of Building & Civil Engineering recently as part of a new collaborative arrangement between the GMIT department and the award-winning Galway
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GMIT Sets up New Advice Centre on Cao Change of Mind Options
GMIT is to operate a new Advice Centre for parents and students on CAO programmes, college choices and GMIT student life, in the run up to the CAO Change of Mind deadline on 1 July.
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GMIT Film and TV Degree Students Showcase their work in Special Eye Screenings
A graduate showcase of work by 28 students on the GMIT Film & TV degree programme will be shown in the Eye cinema in Galway on Friday, 7 June, from 10:45am.
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GMIT Lifelong Learning Centre Launches Autumn Schedule of Evening Courses
GMIT Lifelong Learning Centre, Galway campus, has launched its Autumn programme of evening courses, commencing September 2013.
May 2013
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GMIT students to hold three separate graduate exhibitions
Final year Art & Design students and Furniture & Technology degree students are to host three exciting exhibitions of their work in three GMIT campuses during June and July.
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GMIT Fellowships awarded to seven outstanding individuals
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) honoured seven outstanding individuals with Honorary Fellowships at a special GMIT conferring ceremony in Galway on Friday 24 May, attended by 200 invited guests.
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Dr Paddy Tobin wins President's Teaching Excellence Award
Dr Paddy Tobin, a lecturer in the National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design & Technology at the GMIT Letterfrack campus, is the recipient of the 2013 GMIT President’s Award for Teaching Excellence.
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GMIT hosts National Tourism & Hospitality Research Conference
Delegates from the Irish hospitality sector are to gather in GMIT next month (6 and 7 June) for the 9th Tourism and Hospitality Research in Ireland Conference (THRIC).
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GMIT Graduate Art Show 'Niche' to open on Saturday 1 June
The annual student art exhibition at GMIT’s Centre for Creative Arts & Media (Cluain Mhuire campus) has become an important fixture in Galway City's cultural calendar and this year 87 honours degree Art & Design students will unveil their work at its formal public opening on Saturday 1 Ju
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Building & Civl Dept form alliance with Galway TechnoTeachers
A new collaborative working group has been established between the GMIT Department of Building & Civil Engineering and the award-winning Galway TechnoTeachers Association, with the aim of raising awareness of programmes, subjects and innovative developments in the changing construction sector
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Electronic Engineering student teachers 'Scratch' to school children
Primary school teachers in several local Galway schools have been singing the praises of second year Computer & Electronic Engineering students in GMIT for their volunteering work teaching the programming language ‘Scratch’ to school children.
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GMIT hosts regional heat of Young Scientist SciFest
Science students from over twenty secondary schools in Galway, Mayo, Roscommon and Clare are to take part in a major project exhibition in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) next Thursday 16 May as part of the 2013 Young Scientist SciFest.
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GMIT to confer Honorary Fellowships on seven individuals in Irish life
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is to honour seven outstanding individuals with Honorary Fellowships at a special GMIT conferring ceremony later this month (May).
April 2013
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Gastronomy experts to debate food issues at GMIT Symposium
International and Irish experts on gastronomy, and specialists in the food tourism and hospitality sector are to gather in GMIT on Thursday, 9 May, for the first major symposium on Gastronomy in the west of Ireland.
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GMIT Castlebar Archery Club to attempt entry into Guinness BoR
The GMIT Castlebar Archery Club world record attempt came up just a little short at 6.38am today (Friday 19 April) after 21 hours and 8 minutes. Adria Quinn, the only remaining shooter still with possibility of breaking the record, was forced to withdraw, having not missed one single shot.
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Textiles student wins top Design Award at DIT Show Final
Mona Sweeney from Achill Island who studies in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has won the overall Vodafone Student Design Award 2013 at the Vodafone DIT Fashion Show in Vicar Street Dublin last night (17th April 2013) from an impressive shortlist of ten designs.
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GMIT announces appointment of Marketing Officer
GMIT is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Smyth as Marketing Officer for the Institute, with responsibility for promoting GMIT in Ireland and overseas, and managing all marketing activities.
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First cohort of Electrical Eng degree students exhibit their work
The first cohort of students on the new Electrical Services & Automation Engineering degree programme in GMIT recently hosted an exciting exhibition of their work in the Galway campus.
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Archery Club attempt to break record for Guinness BoR
Members of the GMIT Castlebar Archery Club are to attempt to get into the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest continuous archery shoot, at a special event in the Castlebar campus on Thursday 18 April.
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Textiles student short-listed for national award
A GMIT Textiles student has been short-listed for the finals of the prestigious Vodaphone DIT Student Design Competition Awards taking place in Dublin on 17 April.
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Letterfrack graduate enter TV's 'Dragon's Den'
An award winning GMIT Letterfrack graduate, David Monson from Ballyheigue in Co Kerry, is hoping to carve out a new investment for his jewellery business when he enters the Dragon’s Den this weekend (Sunday 14 April).
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Hundreds of graduates and student attend conference marking GMIT's 40th
Hundreds of GMIT students, second level pupils, careers teachers and GMIT graduates are to take part in a special GMIT Graduate Conference on Thursday next, 18 April (9am to 5pm), in Theatre 1000 in the Galway campus, as part of GMIT’s 40th anniversary celebrations.
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School boys learn electronics from GMIT engineering students
A group of school boys from Galway city recently learned some new engineering skills after completing a short course in GMIT, delivered by GMIT Electronic & Electrical Engineering students as part of a six week Civic Engagement Module.
March 2013
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Open Day (23 March) to highlight 50% increase in level 8s
The number of honours degree programmes offered by GMIT has increased by 50% in the past year in response to student and industry demand.
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Business student wins one week's apprenticeship in Supermac's HQ
A student in the School of Business, GMIT, has won a one-week internship with the Supermac’s Management team, Galway, in ‘The GMIT Apprentice” which took place in GMIT Galway recently (Wednesday 6 March).
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Unprecedented demand from companies seeking recruits at GMIT Fair
For the first time ever, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has to operate a waiting list for companies wishing to recruit students for jobs and work placements at GMIT’s annual Tourism & Hospitality Careers Fair, taking place on Wednesday 13 March, 1.30 to 4.30pm.
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Unprecedented demand from companies seeking recruits at GMIT Fair
For the first time ever, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has to operate a waiting list for companies wishing to recruit students for jobs and work placements at GMIT’s annual Tourism & Hospitality Careers Fair, taking place on Wednesday 13 March, 1.30 to 4.30pm.
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Castlebar campus holds open event on Accounting programmes
An Open Information evening on accounting study options and how to start a career in accounting will take place in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), Galway campus, on Thursday, 14 March, at 7pm.
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GMIT offers 24 free places on postgrad computing programme
GMIT Lifelong Learning Centre, Galway, is delighted to offer 24 free programme places on a new post-graduate computing programme, commencing in the GMIT Galway campus in September (2013).
February 2013
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Culinary students win 11 awards and lecturer wins 'Chef of Year'
Culinary students from the GMIT College of Tourism & Arts brought home a total of 11 awards at the “Chef Ireland at CATEX”, a national competition which took place in the RDS last week.
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Mayo campus students win Innovation award for baking product
Fionnuala Comer and Anthony Voisine, two final year Business students in GMIT Castlebar, have won first prize in the annual GMIT Student Innovation Awards 2013 for their start-up business concept ‘Lollicakes’, an innovative healthy confectionary for all types of occasions.
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Commissioner Geoghegan-Quinn attends Business School Forum
The European Commissioner for Research, Innovation and Science, Máire Geoghegan-Quinn, will deliver a keynote speech at a special GMIT School of Business Forum titled ‘Gathering Four Decades of Innovation in Action’ in GMIT Galway on Monday, 4 March (2013).
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GMIT hosts International Construction Management Day Conference
Architects, engineers, surveyors and property professionals from Ireland and the UK are to gather in GMIT on Monday, 11 March, for the 3rd International Construction Management Day Conference, hosted by the GMIT Department of Building & Civil Engineering.
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Over 30 organisations lined up for Careers Fair (Mayo)
Over thirty organisations including recruitment agencies, companies, professional bodies and third-level colleges are to take part in the GMIT Castlebar Careers Fair on Friday 15 February on campus.
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New add-on L8 degree in sustainable building technology (Mayo)
A new honours degree in Sustainable Building Technology is now offered in the GMIT Castlebar campus. The new level 8 add-on degree is delivered on a part-time basis and full-time basis and complements the existing suite of level 8 (hons) programmes in GMIT Castlebar.
January 2013
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Software Development student wins industry accolade
A GMIT Maths & Computing student, Adeel Gilani, has become the first winner in the new ‘AppMeUp’ competition for professional and student developers announced by Microsoft and Acer.
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Saudi students host first cultural event in GMIT
GMIT students, staff and visitors to the Galway campus were given a glimpse of life in Saudi Arabia at a special Saudi Arabian Cultural event in the college this week (Thursday 24 January 2013), attended by the Saudi Arabian Ambassador to Ireland, Mr Abdulaziz Aldriss.
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GMIT announces details of Irish Daily Mail Fitzgibbon Hurling Cup 2013
GMIT Hurling Club is to host the 2013 Irish Daily Mail Fitzgibbon Cup Hurling Championship for the first time in the college’s history, during the first weekend in March. Over 500 students from over 14 third-level colleges across Ireland are expected to take part in the weekend’s activities.
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GMIT and IWDG scientists to survey bottlenose dolphins
Scientists from GMIT’s Marine and Freshwater Research Centre will depart Galway today (Monday 21 January 2013) on board the RV Celtic Explorer to carry out the fourth dedicated survey of cetaceans on the continental shelf edge.
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GMIT master student helps Claregalway school off to hi-tech start
Children enrolled in Claregalway’s new second-level school and their parents got their first glimpse of the new building and its interior when 3D models and walkthroughs, created by a GMIT masters student, were shown at an Open Night held in the village this week (Tuesday 15 January).
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Students design adventure programme for people with disabilities
Students from the BA (Hons) in Outdoor Education programme recently designed and facilitated a programme of adventure sports on Lough Lannagh for people with disabilities, as part of a national project called ‘Xcessible - Inclusive Outdoors Initiative’.
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Cúrsa Teangain Ar-Líne Don Tionscail Turasóireachta Atá ar Fáil Saor in Aisce as Gaeilge
Tá leachtóirí, Anne Brindley agus Colin Gilligan sa Choláiste Turasóireachta & na nEalaíon in Institiúid Teicneolaíochta na Gaillimhe-Maigh Eo ag obair ar seo chomh maith le seachtar páirtithe eile san AE, ó 2006.
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College of Tourism & Arts second Foodie Forum (5 Feb)
Following its successful launch in 2012, Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) will once again host the popular open FoodieForum, in GMIT Galway on 5 February (2013), for all lovers and supporters of Irish Food.
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Accountancy graduate awarded CPA educational bursary
GMIT Business graduate Clodagh Dunne from Balla, Co Mayo, has been awarded a €5,000 educational bursary by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Ireland (CPA).
December 2012
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Furniture students wins top award in IrelandSkills 2013
A student in GMIT Letterfrack’s campus has scooped the coveted top award in this year’s IrelandSkills National Competition in Cabinetmaking final held in in Dun Laoghaire Further Education Institute. Of the six finalists in this year’s competition, five were students of GMIT Letterfrack.
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GMIT awards scholarships worth almost €70,000
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) this year awarded scholarships worth €67,000 to some 21 first year students in the college. Ten of the students received Academic Scholarships for having the highest points in the Leaving Certificate in their respective area of study in GMIT.
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Research Group launches business model for SMEs
A GMIT group working on a major EU Framework 7 research project called “FutureSME” has launched an important new business model to help SMEs adapt better to the changing business environment.
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GMIT to hold three open information events on CAO courses
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology is holding three separate Open Information events in January, the first in Castlebar on Thursday 10 January, 7 to 9pm, the second in Galway on Saturday 19 January, 11am, and the third in Letterfrack on Friday 25 January, 1pm.
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New book on 1916 Rising by GMIT's Dr Mark McCarthy
A new book titled Ireland’s 1916 Rising: Explorations of History-Making, Commemoration and Heritage in Modern Times, written by GMIT lecturer Dr Mark McCarthy, was launched in GMIT this week (Monday 10 December 2012) by Professor Gearóid Ó Tuaithaigh of NUI Galway.
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Physics & Instrumentation student wins prestigous national award
A GMIT Physics & Instrumentation student has become the top student in Ireland in her discipline after winning the prestigious ‘Instrumentation Systems Automation Award 2012’ from the Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society (ISA).
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QS student wins laptop and software worth €2,500
First year GMIT student Sean Mannion from Cahergal, Tuam, who won a laptop sponsored by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI) Western Branch and software for QS Professionals sponsored by Building Software Services (BSS).
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GMIT Culinary Students Showcase Unique New Food Products
A range of unique and innovative new food products developed by GMIT culinary arts students went on display in GMIT this week as part of their Food Product Development module and assessment.
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Public event on how to switch to careers to Science, Engineering and Technology
An Open Evening on how to change your career to one in science, technology and engineering will be hosted by GMIT, in partnership with the Information Technology Association of Galway (ITAG) in GMIT’s main Galway campus on Wednesday 12 December, from 7 to 9pm.
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16 UK and Irish HE colleges participate in PASS conference
Over 50 student leaders from the UK and Ireland, representing 16 Higher Education Institutes, attended a national PASS Leader Conference in Galway hosted by Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT).
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Graduates scoop three awards at IHI Finals 2012
Three GMIT Hotel Management graduates have won top awards at the Irish Hospitality Institute (IHI) Awards 2012, while a further two graduates were shortlisted for awards.
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GMIT holds remembrance event for deceased students and staff
As part of GMIT’s 40th anniversary celebrations this academic year, the Institute is holding a special inter-faith service on Friday 7 December, 10.15am, in the main Galway campus, to remember students and staff who have passed away since the college opened in 1972.
November 2012
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Coolarne schoolboy wins GMIT Building & Civil drawing competition
Schoolboy Marc Boland from Coolarne, Co Galway, won first prize of a Lego lighthouse kit in the GMIT Department of Building and Civil Engineering drawing competition in the Science and Technology Festival at the weekend (Sun 25 Nov 2012).
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GMIT donates 30 gourmet meals for Lions Club radio auction
Students from the College of Tourism & Arts (formerly the Hotel School) in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) have volunteered to prepare, cook and serve a Gourmet Dining Experience for thirty guests in aid of Galway Lions Club for the fifth year running.
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GMIT host public event on how to reduce food waste
A free workshop and cooking demonstration on how to reduce food waste in the home will be hosted by Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) in partnership with Galway local authorities next week, 28 November, 2 – 5pm, as part of National Waste Prevention Week.
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Hundreds of secondary students to attend GMIT Letterfrack Open Day
Hundreds of secondary school pupils from across Ireland and members of the public are to attend an Open Day in GMIT’s Letterfrack campus in Connemara on Friday 23 November.
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Open Evening on Accountancy Study Option (GMIT 29 Nov)
An Open Information Evening on how to start a career in Accounting will take place in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), Dublin Road campus (Café Foyer), on Thursday 29 November at 7pm.
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Central Bank Chief Economist Lars Frisell to deliver Paddy Ryan Memorial Lecture in GMIT (11 Dec)
Mr Lars Frisell, Senior Economist with the Central Bank of Ireland, is to be the guest speaker at this year’s Paddy Ryan Memorial Lecture in GMIT on 11 December, details of which were announced today (Tuesday 13 November) by GMIT, Galway Chamber and NUI Galway.
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48 Hour Hackathon in GMIT to Build New Apps for Windows 8
Windows 8 users will very shortly be able to download a number of new apps built and designed by students in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) last weekend (Fri 9 to Sun 11 Nov).
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GMIT offers unique honours degree in Digitla Media & Society
GMIT is delighted to offer a unique and innovative new honours degree in Digital Media & Society in its Mayo campus, designed in collaboration with leading international ICT companies and organisations.
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Creative Arts Centre hosts lectures as part of Tulca Festival
GMIT’s Centre for the Creative Arts & Media is hosting a number of public events as part of the Tulca Festival, launched in Galway city on Friday evening (9 November) by the new head of the GMIT Centre for Creative Arts & Media, Sarah Searson.
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GMIT hosts new Open Information Event for parents and advisors
The Castlebar campus of GMIT is holding two separate open information events next week, one aimed at parents/advisors of prospective students and the other for secondary school students and mature applicants.
October 2012
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GMIT's 40th anniversary to be subject of RTE's Nationwide
GMIT’s 40th anniversary is celebrated on RTÉ’s Nationwide programme (Monday 5 November). Watch the programme: http://www.rte.ie/news/av/2012/1105/nationwide.html
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2040 students to be conferred with GMIT awards
Over 2,000 students are to be conferred with GMIT awards at the annual GMIT Conferrings in Galway and Mayo this month and next (November).
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Gradam Eorpach buaite ag beirt léachtóir i GMIT do phacáiste foghlama teanga saor in aisce
Tá gradam Eorpach buaite ag beirt léachtóir in Institiúid Teicneolaíochta na Gaillimhe – Maigh Eo i ndiaidh dóibh córas nuálaíoch foghlamtha teanga, saor in aisce a fhorbairt i bpáirt le foireann Eorpach.
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GMIT to mark 40th anniversary with range of events
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) celebrates its 40th anniversary this academic year with a range of events including a national symposium, conferences, graduate reunion, a photographic exhibition and a range of GMIT Students’ Union events and activities in all campuses.
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GMIT Letterfrack to hold exciting exhibition of work in Farmleigh
GMIT Letterfrack, the National Centre for Excellence in Furniture Design and Technology, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with a national public exhibition of student, graduate and staff work at Farmleigh Gallery, Phoenix Park, Dublin, from 2 November to 20 December.
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GMIT lecturers win top EU award for language learning website
Two lecturers in Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) have won a top European award for developing a free innovative language learning kit as part of a European team.
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Careers Fair to highlight employment opportunities and trends
Over 50 companies and professional organisations are to take part in this year’s GMIT Careers Fair in the Dublin Road (Galway) campus on Tuesday next 9 October.
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GMIT Letterfrack hosts national graduate conference
Graduates of GMIT Letterfrack are to gather in the Connemara campus this Friday, 5 October, for a national conference marking the 25th anniversary of the campus.
September 2012
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1,000 secondary students expected to attend GMIT Open Day
Over 1,000 secondary school students from across the country are expected to attend two Open Days in GMIT’s Galway campuses, on Friday 19 October, 9.30am to 3pm and Saturday 20 October, 10am to 1pm
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Oireachtas members urged to support CUA ambitions
Almost 30 Oireachtas members from Connacht and Ulster attended a briefing held by the Connacht-Ulster Alliance in Dublin this week (Wednesday 19 September) about its ambitions to achieve designation as a Technological University.
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GMIT and RTÉ form new partnership
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is delighted to announce a new partnership with RTÉ involving the GMIT Centre for the Creative Arts & Media (Cluain Mhuire campus).
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GMIT enterprise event hears of new opportunities for start-ups
New opportunities for start-ups and existing businesses in Mayo and the west region were outlined at the annual Spirit of Entrepreneurship event in GMIT Castlebar on Monday, 17 September.
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12 GMIT students and graduates on All-Ireland final teams
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) is delighted and proud to have twelve current students and graduates on this year’s All-Ireland GAA Senior Hurling and Football teams.
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GMIT host "Integration and the Emergency Services" conference
100 delegates from branches of the emergency services in the west are to attend the region’s first ever conference on integration of the services, in GMIT Castlebar on Thursday 13 September 2012.
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GMIT and MI launch unique competition for 'transition' students
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and the Marine Institute (MI) have launched a unique photo competition offering ten transition year students in Galway and Mayo an opportunity to conduct scientific research on the MI research vessel, The Celtic Voyager, in October.
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Proposa regarding Letterfrack campus
A review from the Department of Education & Skills proposes the discontinuation of one particular teacher training programme delivered in the Letterfrack campus.
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GMIT extends range of accredited evening courses
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) has increased the number of part-time course offerings at its Galway campuses, with some 90 part-time courses commencing in September.
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"Cloudbusting: Dispelling the myth of the Cloud" (GMIT Conference)
CloudBusting, a free, day-long technology conference hosted in association with the Information Technology Association Galway (ITAG), Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and Hewlett-Packard (HP) will take place in GMIT, Galway, on Friday 14 September.
August 2012
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Increase in demand for computing and science courses
CAO points for Computing and Science programmes in GMIT have increased significantly this year in line with the national trend: Computing in Software Development (Level 7 ordinary degree) jumped by 65 points to 315, while the level 7 Science degree jumped by 45 points to 340.
July 2012
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GMIT offers new part-time BA in HR Management
GMIT is delighted to offer a new part-time degree programme in its Galway and Mayo campuses, a BA in Human Resource Management (Level 7), commencing in September 2012.
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GMIT, IT Sligo and Letterkenny IT form new Connacht-Ulster Alliance
Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT), Letterkenny Institute of Technology (LYIT) and Institute of Technology, Sligo (IT Sligo) have formed a new strategic partnership, the Connacht-Ulster Alliance, with the aim of achieving Technological University status.
June 2012
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14 new entrepreneurs target global markets
GMIT and Enterprise Ireland West Region are fast tracking the development of fourteen early stage innovative business start ups at the GMIT Innovation in Business Centres in Castlebar and Galway.
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Students make unique furniture for Mayo Gaelscoil
An Taoiseach Enda Kenny will be the first person to use a lectern designed and made by a GMIT Letterfrack student when he formally opens Gaelscoil na Cruaiche primary school in Westport on 25 June. The lectern is one of 28 furniture pieces made by Letterfack students for the Gaelscoil.
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Students make unique furniture for Mayo Gaelscoil
An Taoiseach Enda Kenny will be the first person to use a lectern designed and made by a GMIT Letterfrack student when he formally opens Gaelscoil na Cruaiche primary school in Westport on 25 June. The lectern is one of 28 furniture pieces made by Letterfack students for the Gaelscoil.
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Student wins global recognition for clever travel app
A final-year Software Development student in GMIT has won global recognition and praise for his innovative travel app "iSpeak" which allows people with differing native languages to communicate with each other through a Windows Phone 7 mobile application.
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GMIT present Heritage and Guiding award to Belmullet group
A group of people from Belmullet have been presented with FETAC Special Purpose Awards in "Regional and Local Guiding" from GMIT Castlebar. The one year course was delivered in Belmullet by GMIT staff in partnership with Erris Tourism and Údaras na Gaeltachta.
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Textiles students to exhibit at prestigous London show
A group of Art & Design students from GMIT have been invited to exhibit their work at one of Europe's most prestigious shows, "New Designers", London, from 27 to 30 June, 2012.
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Architectural Technology students showcase their work in GMIT
An extensive exhibition of project work by Architectural Technology students in GMIT has opened in the GMIT Dublin Road campus and will run until Wednesday 20 June.
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GMIT Film students' Graduate Screenings: Eye (14 June)
Final-year students of the BA in Film & Television in GMIT will screen their work to an invited audience in the EYE cinema, Galway, on Thursday, 14th June, 11.30am.
May 2012
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GMIT Graduate Exhibitions: Castlebar (8 June) Galway (9 June)
Two exciting exhibitions by final year art students in GMIT will open to the public next weekend, in GMIT Castlebar on Friday 8 June, 6.30 pm, and in GMIT Cluain Mhuire, Galway on Saturday 9 June, 3pm.
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GMIT 146 Springboard places on Science and Engineering courses
GMIT has been awarded HEA funding for 146 unemployed people to undertake Science and Engineering programmes and some special purpose awards in GMIT from this September, under the 2012 Springboard initiative.
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Irish Foster Care Association Seminar: Castlebar (25 May)
GMIT's Nursing and Health Sciences Dept, Castlebar, will host the Irish Foster Care Association (IFCA) May Seminar "What makes a difference in foster care" on Friday 25 May.
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Student develops android app for GMIT Energy Lab
GMIT has launched a new Android app which provides information on its state of the art Online Energy Laboratory at the Dublin Road campus, Galway. Users can view virtual models of equipment such as solar panels, heat pumps, biomass boilers and wind turbines, and learn about how they operate.
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Culinary student wins top awards at ChefSkills 2012
Three culinary students from GMIT Hotel School have won Gold, Silver and Bronze medals, respectively, at the IFEX ChefSkills 2012 competition which took place in Belfast recently.
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New annual prize announced for GMIT QA student
The Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (Western Region) and Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) are pleased to announce a new annual prize for a student with the highest CAO points on GMIT's Construction Economics and Quantity Surveying degree programme.
April 2012
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Excellent career options for Accounting & Business students
There are good job opportunities in the SME sector, a GMIT Castlebar forum of professional accountancy bodies heard this week. The forum was hosted by the GMIT Castlebar Business Department for its accounting and business students on campus on Thursday 22 March.
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Code Ninjas unmasked in competition for Galway students
The winners of CodeNinja, the app development competition for NUI Galway and GMIT students, have been announced with first prize in the individual going to GMIT and NUI Galway scooping first prize in the group category.
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GMIT joint runners-up in national Eurachem final
DCU is this year’s winner of the national Eurachem Analytical Measurement Competition (EAMC), with GMIT and Carlow IT joint runners-up.
March 2012
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Top chemistry students compete in national Eurachem final
Some fifty chemistry students from institutes of technology and universities across Ireland including GMIT are to gather in GMIT School of Science on Friday 30 March for the national final of the Eurachem Analytical Measurement Competition (EAMC).
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GMIT and IWDG host 26th European Cetacean Conference
Over 500 marine mammal biologists from all over the world are to gather in Galway from Saturday 24 to Wednesday 28 March for the 26th annual conference of the European Cetacean Society hosted by Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) and the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWD).
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Outdoor Education student wins Innovation award
A forth year Outdoor Education student at GMIT Castlebar, Sinead Kelly from Phibsborough, Dublin, has won the GMIT Students Innovation Awards 2012 for her start-up business concept, an innovative therapeutic recreational service for teenagers.
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GMIT researchers spot rare albatross on sea trip
Marine research staff and students from GMIT recently returned from a major research trip onboard the Marine Institute vessel, the RV Celtic Explorer, during which they sighted groups of fin whales and a rare black-browed albatross, normally found in the Southern Ocean.
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GMIT researchers spot rare albatross on sea trip
Marine research staff and students from GMIT recently returned from a major research trip onboard the Marine Institute vessel, the RV Celtic Explorer, during which they sighted groups of fin whales and a rare black-browed albatross, normally found in the Southern Ocean.
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Surge in CAO applications for GMIT Physics and Film programmes
Initial indications from the Central Applications Office (CAO) show a significant increase in applications for degree programmes in Film & Television and Physics & Instrumentation in GMIT.
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New hi-tech equipment gifted to GMIT Engineering Dept
Students in GMIT's Department of Electronics & Electrical Engineering are to benefit from new equipment gifted to the college by US multinational company Rockwell Automation through its Galway agent Flaherty Markets.
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International Construction Management Day Conference (12 March)
The current state of the construction industry is to be the focus of the 2nd annual International Construction Management Day Conference hosted by Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology (GMIT) on 12 March.
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Computing students developing apps for Windows Phone
Software Development students in GMIT are fast gaining recognition for apps they are developing for the Windows Phone market such as Labyrinth Madness, Space Shooter, Translate the World, Funix and Xylofun, to name a few.
February 2012
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Hotel School Careers & Recruitment Fair
Over forty organisations representing some 100 employers in Hotel, Tourism, Retail and Event Management are to exhibit at the annual GMIT Hotel School Careers & Recruitment Fair in GMIT on Wednesday next, 7 March.
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GMIT Castlebar to host national final of IT Factor Song Contest
Musically talented students from Institutes of Technology around the country are to gather in Castlebar next Tuesday, 6 March, for the national finals of the popular IT Factor Song Contest.
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GMIT Castlebar wins national canoe polo championship
GMIT Kayak and Canoe Club won the title at the 2012 Kayaking Intervarsities which GMIT Castlebar hosted for the first time this year. The Castlebar campus welcomed over 18 colleges and some 500 students from all over the country to Mayo at the weekend (17 - 19 Feb).
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GMIT to provide online training in renewable energy technologies
GMIT has won substantial funding to develop innovative online training in renewable energy systems, using a state-of-the art online energy laboratory developed in GMIT over the past five years.
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Hotel School to host Titanic Commemorative Dinner
The Hotel School at GMIT is holding what plans to be one of the best Titanic commemorative events this year, an 11 course black-tie dinner replicating the meal served to guests in the first class dining room on the Titanic.
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Graduate Careers Fair: Castlebar campus (10 February)
Over thirty organisations including recruitment and employment agencies will take part in the annual Graduate Careers Fair in GMIT Castlebar on Friday 10 February.
January 2012
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Award-winning chefs lined up for GMIT's first Foodie Forum
An impressive line up of award-winning chefs are set to present a series of culinary master classes at the first national Foodie Forum, to be hosted by the Hotel School in GMIT, on 2 February.
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IoTs in BMW region in talks on Technological University
The five institutes of technology in the Border, Midlands and West (BMW) region are at an advanced stage in discussions regarding the establishment of a technological university.
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GMIT hosts Irish Kayaking Intervarsities (17-19 Feb)
GMIT Castlebar is to host the Irish Kayaking Intervarsities from 17 to 19 February bringing an estimated 500 people to the town of Castlebar and neighbouring villages.
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Technology student and lecturers help brothers with muscular dystrophy
A GMIT technology student has helped enrich the lives of twin brothers with Muscular Dystrophy through the use of communications technology.
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GMIT hosts first national foodie forum
The Hotel School in GMIT will host the first national “Foodie Forum” on Thursday 2 February. The interactive one day event will showcase the abundance and variety of excellent local and artisan produce available in Ireland.