Queer Treasure by Tonie Walsh
(Fianna Room - UL Student Centre)
"QUEER TREASURE Irish activists and organisations have always shown a keen interest in documenting our struggle for liberation and acceptance. Since 1997, Tonie Walsh has curated the collection known as the Irish Queer Archive, the origins of which extend back to 1973 and the beginning of LGBT civil rights on the island of Ireland. In this keynote, Tonie outlines why we should document and celebrate LGBT history; and describes attempts at collecting, preserving and documenting materials in the latter part of 20th c. Ireland, including the Cork LGBT Archives, the Irish Trans Archive and the HIV/AIDS Archive. Offering an overview of the Irish Queer Archive, its foundation and historic transfer in 2008 to the National Library of Ireland, Tonie shares suggestions for using the collection, best archival practice, protocols for deposit; and the big question, what's next for queer culture heritage?"
Trinity Intervarsities
(Trinity College )
"For those who don’t know Intervarsities is a national competition against other Irish college kayak clubs and this year will be held from the 31st January to 2nd February in Dublin, hosted by Trinity.Deadline for signups is 27th DecemberThere will be five different events taking place over the course of the weekend; whitewater, boater X, freestyle, long distance and polo, with one college coming out on top!This weekend is not one to miss, it’s a chance to spectate some class kayakers compete, cheer on your friends, make new friends from other colleges etc.To make the team for an event, you must meet the entry level skill cert requirement (i.e. level three for ww etc.) and compete in trials. However everyone will compete in the long distance event.The cost is €100, this includes competition entry, accommodation and transport for the whole weekend."
Nerd Fest Lock In
(University of Galway)
"Join us for Nerd Fest Lock In at the University of Galway with TU Dublin and University of Galway! The Lock In takes place from 2pm on Saturday 31st January to 2pm Sunday 1st February! There will be a bus going from UL that is included in this ticket price. Bring a sleeping bag as this will be overnight! Food will be provided by UG but feel free to bring snacks. "
NerdFest 2026
(University of Galway)
"Join us for Nerd Fest Lock In at the University of Galway with TU Dublin and University of Galway! The Lock In takes place from 2pm on Saturday 31st January to 2pm Sunday 1st February! There will be a bus going from UL that is included in this ticket price. Bring a sleeping bag as this will be overnight! Food will be provided by UG but feel free to bring snacks. "
Nerdfest 2026
(University of Galway)
"Introducing the upcoming Nerdfest lock in 2026! Join the Computer Society for a Free and Open-source Software Developer’s European Meeting (FOSDEM) conference, where we fight against centralization in software development! Tune in as FOSDEM live streams to our little nook at the event. That’s not all, though! UL games society, Anime and manga, and Games Development will be coming with us and running their own events, so check out their Wolves sites if you’re interested, as well as TUD’s games, horror and LGBTQIA+ societies, as well as University of Galway’s Time lords, Photography, Rovers (scouts), and horror societies will be there too!The event will be taking place in the University of Galway’s campus on the 31st January 2026, so we’ll throw in the bus with the ticket for you ;) We have only 10 tickets for our patrons so if you miss out, you can reach out to one of the other socs going. {ADD LINKS TO OTHER SOCS HERE}!!!!!!BRING SLEEPING BAGS!!!!! This is an overnight event"
NerdFest 2026
(University of Galway)
"Hey, We are happy to announce that Anime and Manga society has been invited to attend Nerdfest 2026! What is Nerdfest?Nerdfest is a 24hr "lock in". It will consist of many events such as D&D, Quizzes, games, karaoke and much much more! https://socs.universityofgalway.ie/shop/?id=MTQxMw== When is it?The event that at 2pm on the 31st of January and ends at 2pm the following day. Where is it?The event will be at the University of Galway and will be in Aras na Mac Leinn. https://maps.app.goo.gl/GKEseQFeZb5iPzTf6 Who is goingThis event is an inter varsity event between University of Limerick, University of Galway and TU Dublin. Each university will have clubs and societies going to the event. As for UL, the Computer society, Games society, Game development society and Anime and Manga society will be attending with all but Anime and Manga hosting events. TicketsTickets will cost €18. Tickets will be on sale on our UL wolves page! A maximum of 10 tickets will be available for purchase through this society. Tickets will include transport from UL via coach direct to the University of Galway campus. If tickets are sold out please check with other listed socs for tickets available. https://ulwolves.ie/memberships/bookings/event/17875 https://cp.ulwolves.ie/memberships/bookings/event/17876 https://ulwolves.ie/memberships/bookings/event/17877 General infoBe sure to bring a sleeping bag as the event will only provide places to sleep and that is it. Food and drinks will be available at the event with dietary requirements accounted for however it is advised to bring your own food if you have any allergies.Terms and conditions. Zero tolerance harassment policy: includes verbal abuse, physical abuse, inappropriate physical contact and inappropriate sexual attention. Harassment of any kind will result in being removed out of the lock-in. We are all students who have volunteered to run this event in our spare time. Please report harassment to a committee member or organiser. Anyone caught stealing will be reported to security and removed out of the lock-in. No smoking or vaping indoors. There will be a set space outside. Attendees should note that they may be photographed while in attendance of the lock-in by our organisers. These will be used for promotional material. If you feel uncomfortable with this, please tell an organiser. No members of the public will be allowed in without a ticket. Alcohol and Drugs are Banned. If these items are found in your possession, you will be asked to hand them over and if refused, you will be removed from the event. Anything you bring is your own responsibility."
Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM)
(Forest Room of Student Life)
"We will be having our EGM to elect new committee members such as HSO, Treasurer, OCMs, Assistant PRO and Assistant Secretary but also to touch base with our society members to see what kind of activities you guys would like the society to do!"
Lunch and Learn
(virtual)
"Lunch & Learn: What's Next? Life after your psychology degree.Our next speaker, Michelle Cregg, is an HCPC-registered Consultant Forensic Psychologist and an accredited Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) Practitioner specialising in the assessment, formulation and treatment of individuals with complex psychosis, complex emotional needs and personality disorder. She currently works within a specialist Complex Psychosis Team in the NHS in England, where her practice integrates relational, developmental, and systems-level approaches to support individuals with high levels of clinical risk, psychosocial needs, and long-term functional impairment.Michelle’s clinical and research interests centre on relational continuity and its role in promoting meaningful and sustained recovery for individuals with entrenched difficulties, including personality disorder and trauma-related presentations. She has a particular academic focus on how therapeutic relationships foster engagement, stabilise risk, and enhance long-term outcomes for people with complex and co-occurring needs. Her ongoing professional work also reflects a strong commitment to reducing health inequalities in psychological services, with specific emphasis on age and gender disparities in access, experience and treatment outcomes.Alongside her clinical roles, Michelle is an experienced Expert Witness who provides specialist assessments for Parole Boards, Immigration Tribunals and statutory agencies. She is highly skilled in risk assessment, including structured professional judgement methods for violence and self-harm, and is frequently consulted by multi-agency panels on managing risk in culturally diverse and high-stakes contexts. Her experience spans forensic, prison, community and local authority settings, giving her a broad applied understanding of how clinical, legal and social systems intersect in the management of complex risk.Originally from Roscommon, Michelle completed her BA in Psychology at NUI Maynooth, followed by an MSc in Forensic Psychology at London Metropolitan University. She subsequently completed the British Psychological Society Qualification in Forensic Psychology, achieving Chartership in 2012, and later undertook specialist training as a Cognitive Analytic Therapy Practitioner.Michelle brings a distinctive combination of clinical expertise, academic curiosity and policy-relevant insight, making her well positioned to contribute to health and social-care and justice sectors. Her background equips her to support in the areas of:• advanced risk assessment and management;• service development for people with complex psychosis and personality disorder;• expert evidence to inform high-stakes decision-making;• development and evaluation of trauma-informed and relationally informed practice;• teaching, supervision and research collaboration.Her work is shaped by a commitment to high-quality, recovery-oriented care and a strong belief in the value of evidence-based, relationally driven psychological practice.We can’t wait to learn, connect, and grow together. Let’s make this an amazing start to something special!Our speakers will share their educational journeys, the decisions that shaped their careers, and what their day-to-day work actually looks like now. Whether you’re curious, confused, excited, or all of the above, this series is here to give you real insight, real guidance, and a whole lot of inspiration.Each session, we’ll be joined by both past UL psychology students and other fantastic guests who all started exactly where you are now: with a passion for psychology. They’ve since gone on to take very different, and equally inspiring, career paths.This series is all about exploring life after your psychology degree, featuring real stories, unexpected turns, challenges, and the opportunities that open up once you step beyond the classroom.We’re absolutely delighted to kick off our first-ever Virtual Lunch & Learn Series with the University of Limerick Psychological Society! "
DFR Course
(UL Student Centre)
"Diver First Responder (DFR) Course This Diver First Responder (DFR) course is listed in the Training & Standards document DI401 Revision No. 18– 25-January-2025, PART B: DIVING COURSES, pages 72-74. We recommend you read the T&S section on Attendance at Courses and Tests (page 35) and are familiar with the Training & Standards document DI401."
The Siege of Limerick
(North Campus Pitches )
"The Siege of Limerick 2026 !!!All are invited to The Siege of Limerick, the best tournament of the year!! Hosted on our very own campus, teams come from all over the world to play in Ireland's largest outdoor frisbee tournament that caters to both the Women's and Open division. To kick off the weekend we will have our annual fundraiser on Friday the 6th in The Locke Bar to raise money for Jigsaw, a charity that provide valuable resources for young people's mental health. Games begin on the Saturday over on North Campus and we'll see a great mix of battles between college teams and clubs from Ireland and oversees. After a long day of playing we bring the party to Dolans for a night of music, meeting fellow tournament attendees, and extravagant costumes to fit the theme - check out the instgram @thesiegeoflimerick to find out what this theme is. Then we'll drag our tired heads and bodies back to North Campus bright and early on Sunday morning to continue the fun and decide who the winners of The Siege of Limerick will be. Of course those of us still standing will gather for chill pints/debrief in Hurlers on Sunday night to reminisce on the great weekend we just had (and maybe start making plans for next year). Participation in this tournament will be organised through our main communication platform- WhatsApp so if you aren't in the group send us an email and we'll sort you out!"
Lunch and Learn with Dr Aoife Whiston
(virtual)
"Dr. Aoife Whiston is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Limerick, where she teaches, supervises PhD students, and researches psychological stress, depression, and related physiological responses. Her academic work often uses innovative methods such as network analysis and wearable technology to explore how stress and residual symptoms interact in mental health conditions like depression, and she has published multiple peer-reviewed articles in these areas. Dr. Whiston also contributes to applied research projects at UL, including studies on physical activity and stroke recovery, and is actively involved in interdisciplinary collaborations within the university’s Health Research Institute.We’re excited to welcome Dr Whiston for our Lunch and Learn. We look forward to hearing about her career pathway, which we know will offer inspiration and a practical perspective for anyone interested in research, psychology, or health sciences."
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