Getting Involved: The Key to Success

Tips for international students wanting to make the most of their experience abroad  The best advice I could give to anyone who’s thinking of studying abroad and wishing to make the most of their experience is this: get involved. “Action is the foundational key for all success” Pablo Picasso Whether it is joining a society or club, becoming an ambassador, or attending one of the wide variety of events happening on campus, student life is full of opportunities. Here at Maynooth University, student ...

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Top Travel Destinations in China

Hello everyone! I’m Qin from Shanghai.  Previously, I shared recommendations on must-visit places in Ireland for international students.  Today, I’d like to introduce some of the best travel destinations in China. If you ever get the chance to visit, these places will undoubtedly make your trip worthwhile. Following the same structure as before, I’ve categorized the destinations based on different travel styles. Every destination in this guide is one that I have personally visited at least once and carefully selected to ensure an ...

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The World in One Room

Imagine walking into a classroom where every corner of the globe is represented. Where the air hums with accents from every continent, and every conversation feels like a journey to a new place. What would you learn? How would it change you? Do you believe the whole world could fit in one room?  “Yes”, I told myself. This isn’t a hypothetical scenario at all. It’s my everyday reality as a Master’s student at the Department of International Development, Maynooth University.  Inclusivity - ...

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