Delighted that our "Save our Swifts" project has been shortlisted for 2026 UK & Ireland Green Gown Awards. A particular note of congratulations to Lynda Huxley who has put countless hours into developing this project and to all who have supported it. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social

For Yeats Day, my piece on @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social explores his Galway castle and ponders climate change @atumayo.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

How W.B. Yeats found peace and poetry in a Co Galway tower house

Purchased from Lady Gregory and restored by architect William A. Scott, Thoor Ballylee was a happy place for the poet and his family

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A look behind the scenes of the old Convent of Mercy in Ballinrobe today as part of the festival. Thanks to our @atumayo.bsky.social graduate Frank for the tour.

The job of a leader is to create more leaders - insights from a recent event hosted by our MSc in Applied Leadership & Management. www.con-telegraph.ie/2026/06/02/j... @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

The 8th International Swift Conference began this morning at ATU Mayo with Minister O’Sullivan and ATU President Dr Orla Flynn present to welcome 185 delegates to celebrate this amazing bird. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

We’re excited about 8th International Swift Conference, starting tomorrow on campus. 185 delegates from 18 countries. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

Our feathered friends the swifts are back at ATU Mayo and have laid their 1st egg of the season. Just in time for the International Swift Conference which kicks off on campus next wk with 185+ delegates @atumayo.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social @birdwatchireland.bsky.social

Proud moment for our Social Care students their mural was unveiled. This project reflects the talent, commitment and voices of our students, and it would not have been possible without the incredible mentorship and guidance of Dr Sheila McArdle. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

Students from the German for the Workplace programme recently visited Berlin with lecturer Jessica Lysaght, to visit sites of cultural interest and put their German into practice. @oflynnatu.bsky.social

Our campus was delighted to recently host the 13th International George Moore Conference, featuring research from scholars from Ireland and abroad as well as contributions from local people, steeped in the heritage of Moore Hall. @atu-ie.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social

A very special afternoon at ATU Mayo. www.con-telegraph.ie/2026/05/11/p... @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

PJ Murphy Bursary honours legacy of Mayo mental health pioneer | Connaught Telegraph

A BURSARY established in memory of the late PJ Murphy was recently presented at ATU Mayo, recognising his lifelong contribution to mental health services in Mayo and beyond.

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All welcome to attend this event on leading and managing in the public sphere, taking place on 15 May in ATU Mayo. Book your place here: www.eventbrite.ie/e/leading-an... @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social

We were delighted to mark the launch of the PJ Murphy Bursary. A fitting tribute to PJ Murphy’s legacy, supporting Applied Social Care students as they begin their journey in making a difference in the lives of others. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social

A brillant trip walking and scrambling in North Wales with our Outdoor Ed students. Crib Goch and Watkin Path on Yr Wyddfa, Y Gribin on Glyder Fach and Tryfan in perfect weather plus a visit to Llanberris Slate Quarrues and Beacon Climbing Wall make for a jam packed few days. @oflynnatu.bsky.social

An absolutely fantastic week of study exchange in Leiria, Portugal for ATU Mayo Social Care students, together with their lecturer Dr Jarka Velartova. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social

Beautiful weather for a visit to Ballintubber Abbey with ATU Mayo History & Geography students this week. We even got to see the tomb of Granuaile’s son Tibbot-na-Long. @atumayo.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

Field trip to north Mayo last week with BA in History & Geography first year students of @atumayo.bsky.social taking the Guiding module. @atu-ie.bsky.social

Overnight field trip to Sligo this week with ATU Mayo's BA in History & Geography second year students taking the Fáilte Ireland accredited National Guiding module. @atumayo.bsky.social

Very proud of our @atumayo.bsky.social Outdoor Education graduate Georgia Macmillan who received an ATU alumni award yesterday for her dedicated work on Dark Skies. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @mayodarkskies.bsky.social @georgiamacmillan.bsky.social

Our annual Community Play day on the ATU Mayo Woodland Trail is designed for young children and is being held on Sunday 19th April 2026 from 12 noon to 2pm. Keep an eye on the weather and dress accordingly. Free event, no booking required. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @justinkerr123.bsky.social

Some highlights from Food for Thought 2026, Afri’s annual hedge school-inspired gathering in partnership with 3rd-year Outdoor Education and History and Geography students at Atlantic Technological University. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social www.youtube.com/watch?v=93zo...

Food For Thought 2026

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Our thanks to Dr Bernadette Cunningham for an excellent lecture on the Annals of the Four Masters, wrapping up our series with Mayo Historical and Archaeological Society for the year. @atumayo.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @b7cunningham.bsky.social

An Intergenerational Cafe was launched at ATU Mayo by Dr Justin Kerr (VP Mayo campus) and Eileen O’Connor (Mayo County Council Age Friendly Coordinator). The initiative is funded by Rethink Ireland/Vodafone and is a collaboration between UL, University of Galway and studentvolunteer.ie.

Our Dept of Environmental Humanities & Social Sciences has been working with Coláiste Pobail Acla as part of the Business in the Community programme. The students participated in some activities in Achill led by students from our Outdoor and Environmental Education programme. @oflynnatu.bsky.social

Fourth year History & Geography students at the launch of their Women in History exhibition, prepared as part of a module with lecturer Niamh Hearns. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social @atu-hrg.bsky.social

Seachtain na Gaeilge ag OTA Mhaigh Eo. Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @atu-ie.bsky.social

This year the 8th International Swift Conference is coming to Ireland! Hosted by @atumayo.bsky.social in Co. Mayo on 27-29 May, it's an opportunity to learn more about this fascinating species & to connect with Swift enthusiasts from around the world For more info visit: www.swiftsmayo2026.ie (2/2)

Dr Bernadette Cunningham will discuss the Annals of the Four Masters and its Mayo connections at @atumayo.bsky.social. All welcome. Lecture presented by our History & Geography programme in association with MHAS. @oflynnatu.bsky.social @b7cunningham.bsky.social

ATU Mayo General Nursing are hosting a cancer awareness event in Mayo County Library, Castlebar on Thursday 19th March from 11.30am-1.30pm. All welcome. @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @justinkerr123.bsky.social

Applied Social Care at ATU Mayo hosted a very successful Careers Event. The place was buzzing with energy, with a fantastic turnout of students and organisations engaging throughout the day. @atu-ie.bsky.social @oflynnatu.bsky.social @perryshare.bsky.social