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Trinity Immigration Initiative ' Leaders Exhibition

'Leaders', a photographic exhibition which showcases the contribution made by migrant networks in Ireland, was displayed in the Buttery earlier this year. The exhibition documented the work and achievements of 18 individuals and organisations in rights advocacy, gender issues, culture, the media, and religion highlighting how these migrant networks facilitate social, cultural, and political integration in Ireland.

www.tcd.ie/immigration

(Photo captioned: Migrant leaders Kunle Animashaun and Anna Pas)


Irish Playwright Marina Carr New Adjunct Professor of Drama

(Photo of Marina Carr)

Renowned Irish playwright, Marina Carr was appointed to the honorary position of Adjunct Professor of Drama at the School of Drama, Film and Music. As Adjunct Professor, Marina is co-teaching playwriting as part of the M.Phil. in Theatre and Performance along with Melissa Sihra B.A., Ph.D. (1995), Lecturer in Drama Studies. This is the first time that playwriting has been taught at postgraduate level in the School of Drama and the course will culminate in a showcase of new writing by students.


‘TAPAS’ – Trinity Access Programmes Alumni Strategy

In March, TAP presented preliminary fi ndings from a study of TAP students who had graduated from Trinity in recent years. This is the fi rst research project of its kind in the Irish ‘access’ context and it has been generously sponsored by Nissan Ireland. The research is assisting TAP to tailor a needs-based 'access' programme, to develop a framework for long-term engagement by employers, alumni and professional bodies, and to prepare graduates to engage with employers following their graduation.

www.tcd.ie/Trinity_Access

(Photo captioned: (l-r) Conor O'Kelly B.B.S. (1972), Director of NCB and 2008 President of Trinity Business Alumni; Sean Gannon, Director Careers Advisory Service; Cliona Hannon, Director TAP; Dr Patrick Geoghegan, School of History & Humanities; Kevin O'Farrell, TAP Alumnus.)


BigBellys for Trinity

(Photo of BigBelly)

BigBelly solar compacting bins, a patented compacting waste bin which is completely self-powered, using solar power for 100% of its energy needs, were installed on campus this year. Increased capacity reduces collection trips and can cut fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions by 80%. The BigBelly Solar Compactors are safe, easy to use and designed to keep out pests, rodents and eliminate the issues associated with open bins.


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