Moving from secondary to third level education by Katheryn

When Homework Became Independent Study: My Academic Culture Shock

For many students, the transition from secondary school to university is more disorienting than expected. In secondary school, we become accustomed to a very structured way ...

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Do’s and Don’ts for International Students in Ireland: Staying Safe and Settling In

Relocating to a new place is both interesting and challenging. As a student in Ireland, you are surely going to experience some warm hospitality, new ...

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Humans of Maynooth Episode 3: Empowering Women in Tech with Archana Sahoo from India

In the last episode of our Humans of Maynooth series, we explored the journey of Sichen Huangfu, a PhD in Education, who shared her courageous ...

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Part-Time Jobs in Ireland for International Students – My Experience and Advice

International students come first in the race for a part-time job. Part-time work helps pay the bills and sometimes serves as a gateway into the ...

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What I Packed VS What I Actually Needed

Before moving to Ireland for my master’s, I spent weeks researching what to pack. YouTube videos, TikTok’s, blogs, alumni chats, I consumed it all. Still, ...

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Humans of Maynooth Episode 2: “Brave, Bold, and Bilingual” – Sichen’s PhD Journey from Shanxi to Maynooth

Welcome back to Humans of Maynooth, a heartfelt interview series that shares the voices of international students at Maynooth University. Each episode offers a glimpse ...

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What to know before arriving in Ireland and Maynooth University

You got your place in Maynooth University? Congratulations! You’ve already started your journey on studying in Ireland and, believe or not, the pre-arrival information seeking ...

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Beyond the Classroom: How School of Business Extracurricular Activities Shaped My Professional Journey

As a Business School student, you just cannot say the academic curriculum was anything but rigorous and intellectually rewarding. What made it more enriching, perhaps, ...

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