Carlow College, St. Patrick's

Our Summer Abroad students from the Illinois Consortium for International Studies enjoyed a weekend trip to Belfast, taking in the sights and making the most of the beautiful weather.

A fantastic opportunity to explore more of Ireland and experience the history, culture and atmosphere of the city.

This Sunday, Larry, our college groundskeeper, will be interviewed about Sun Stone; a striking piece of public art by German sculptor Paul Schneider, created in 1993 and is part of the Carlow Art Collection.

Located on the front lawn of Carlow College, St Patrick’s, the piece is aligned with the Summer Solstice, connecting art, place, light and landscape in a really special way.

Tune in to KCLR96FM this Sunday to hear Larry share more about this unique feature at the heart of our campus.

Thanks to our EDI team who organised another lunchtime walk for staff, this time to the fabulous Delta Sensory Gardens Carlow

Great place for a lunchtime visit with a Cafe Thyme and garden centre, along with the gardens set on 2.5 acres with 16 interconnecting themed areas, accessible for people of all abilities.

Summer Abroad students from the Illinois Consortium for International Studies and Programs, along with our Walsh University Blouin Scholars, took on the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher 🌊

What an wonderful experience, exploring one of Ireland’s most stunning coastal landmarks ✨

Carlow College, St Patrick’s is delighted to welcome the Walsh University Blouin Scholars back to campus once again.

Now in its fourth year, this valued partnership supports the exchange of faculty, students, ideas and experiences between our institutions.

This year, a group of 10 fourth-year students, accompanied by two faculty members, are spending the next few weeks in Carlow.

Their visit began with a roundtable discussion with local secondary educators, exploring the pathway from secondary school to college or career, career readiness, and ways to support long-lasting, positive student outcomes.

The group then joined our US Summer Abroad students for a cultural excursion to St Mullins and Graiguenamanagh; a wonderful opportunity to experience some of the history, heritage and beauty of the area.

World Environment Day 🌍

At Carlow College our Sustainability Group have introduced many initiatives to protect and enhance our environment.

From No Mow May, pollinator planting, composting, insect houses and swift nesting boxes, to energy-efficient boilers, double glazing, sensor lighting and water-saving upgrades, our campus-wide actions are helping to support biodiversity, reduce waste and lower our environmental impact.

This World Environment Day, we celebrate the small, meaningful changes that help create a more sustainable and ecologically vibrant environment for everyone.

https://carlowcollege.ie/sustainability/

We at Carlow College, St. Patrick’s are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Dermot Mulligan, Curator of Carlow County Museum.

Dermot made an extraordinary contribution to the understanding and appreciation of local history, bringing Carlow’s rich heritage to life for generations of visitors. He was especially generous in his engagement with our College community, always welcoming our students and study abroad groups with warmth, enthusiasm, and an infectious passion for storytelling.

Through his work, many of our students gained a deeper connection to place, history, and culture - experiences that will continue to shape their learning long into the future.

We extend our sincere sympathy to Dermot’s family, friends, and colleagues at Carlow County Museum.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

As a mark of respect to our much loved and recently deceased colleague, Dermot Mulligan, the County Museum will remain closed at this time.

Carlow County Museum

Big welcome to the Summer Abroad students from Illinois Consortium for International Studies and Programs.

These students will be with us for four weeks to complete our Irish Experience programme and immerse themselves in Irish culture.

While here they will complete a range of Irish history and cultural studies classes, as well as excursions all over Ireland.

🎊Looking forward to a fantastic Carlow Arts Festival with a packed schedule at Carlow College, St. Patrick's from May 28th to June 1st, over the June Bank Holiday weekend.

🎶Enjoy live music, theatre, stunning visual art
and an exciting mix of local, national, and
international work. With tons of free events for all
the family, it's the perfect way to kick off your
summer.

✨️Highlights include:

✨️'Mourning is a Muscle' performed by Barry Fitzgerald in Cobden Hall, Carlow College

✨️'A Teen Odyssey', a show for all generations

Festival programme and 🎟 tickets here https://www.carlowartsfestival.ie/whats-on/festival-programme

A very warm Irish welcome to our visiting students and faculty from
Mizzou - University of Missouri.

Over the weekend, they enjoyed a fantastic tour of agricultural, historical and cultural sites across Tipperary, Cork, Clare and Limerick - with plenty of Irish sunshine ☀ along the way.

We’re delighted to have them with us and hope they enjoy their time in Ireland.