A wrap-up of news and notices from the world of education.
DIT e-Learning Summer School
The second DIT e-Learning Summer School will take place from June 21st to June 25th at DIT Aungier Street, Dublin 2.
Participants will be introduced to some of the key concepts necessary to use e-learning successfully in the classroom, and given hands-on experience of WebCT, the e-learning software used by DIT. The course is open to everyone with an interest in e-learning.
The cost of attendance for non- DIT staff is €375, including lunch. The full programme is available at www.dit.ie/ ltt.
For further information and to book contact Dolores McManus at (01) 402 7866. E-mail: dolores.mcmanus@dit.ie
European University Continuing Education Conference at UL
The University of Limerick, in conjunction with its Department of Lifelong Learning and Outreach, will host the 27th bi-annual European University Continuing Education Network Conference, entitled "Developing the Learning Region Transforming Thoughts to Actions", from tomorrow until June 12th.
Representatives from universities, government and the business world will come together to debate current issues, exchange best practices and innovations and to network under the prevailing theme of the learning region.
For more information please contact: Dermot Coughlan, director, Lifelong Learning and Outreach, UL. Tel: (061) 213544. E-mail: Dermot.Coughlan@ul.ie
Research Bursaries in Science, Engineering and Technology
The Embark Initiative is offering funding totalling over 6.9 million for its Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme 2004. The scheme will support 120 researchers. The scholarship scheme applies to science, engineering and technology- related research by individuals pursuing Master's or doctorate qualifications in recognised third-level establishments.
All students graduating with higher honours in these disciplines are entitled to apply for funding, but must be entering into research for the first time in October 2004. A decision to grant funding is based on the student's academic record, research preparation and a personal statement. Only candidates who excel in their final examinations are likely to be successful.
A maximum of €19,050 will be available to students, of which 12,700 will go directly to the student, with the remainder available to fund other forms of support such as fees, appropriate travel and allowed expenses.
Funding will be available for up to three years to outstanding students, though this time period may be revised to cater for students whose research demands a longer period of time.
A second call will offer funding to a further 30 research candidates. This will bring the total number of offers to 150. This call will be open to candidates proposing to commence a research degree for the first time this autumn.
Embark is operated by the Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering and Technology (IRCSET). www.embark.ie
Blanchardstown Scrabble Club
Blanchardstown Scrabble Club meets each Monday at 7.30 p.m. in St Brigid's Community Centre in Blanchardstown village, Dublin 15. New members are welcome. For more information tel: (01) 821 2254 or (01) 821 1859.
DIT MSc in Business and Entrepreneurship
Dublin Institute of Technology is inviting applications for its new MSc in Business and Entrepreneurship. The one-year management programme is aimed at science, engineering and technology graduates who wish to create and manage businesses.
Commencing in September 2004, applications can be made by contacting the Office of Graduate Studies and Research, DIT, 30 Upper Pembroke St, Dublin. Tel: (01) 402 3434. For an informal discussion about the programme please contact the course director, Ray Griffin. Tel: (01) 402 7050. E-mail: ray.griffin@dit.ie Website: www.dit.ie
Get - Ahead, Limerick Regional Forum
The National Forum of Graduates with Disabilities (Get - Ahead) is holding a regional forum in Limerick on Monday, June 14th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Get-Ahead brings together graduates with disabilities, employers and others to develop strategies to improve employment opportunities for graduates with disabilities. The focus of the Limerick forum will be: recruitment and selection processes, disclosure of a disability and career progression for graduates with disabilities. Guest speakers include, Niall Crowley, chief executive of the Equality Authority, Willie O'Dea, Minister of State at the Department of Justice, Equality and Law Reform and Padraigh Mallon, chief executive of Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind.
The Forum will take place at The Exhibition Centre, Foundation Building, University of Limerick. The event is free. Contact AHEAD at (01) 475 2386, or e-mail: ahead@ahead.ie for further information.
Coláiste Dhúlaigh Art and Design Summer School
The portfolio preparation for college course will focus on developing a portfolio of drawings and paintings. "Into Art and Design" will also give participants the opportunity to experiment with a variety of media in the company of professional artists and designers. The Portfolio 2 course runs from June 14th - 18th and costs 95.
The art and design pre-Junior Certificate course introduces students to a number of areas of design including drawing, painting, pottery and collage. An emphasis will be placed on individual skill development, understanding personal style and having fun. June 14th to June 18th. Cost: €95.00
Enquiries to Patty Brown - tel: (01) 831 4677; fax: (01) 805 8132 - or Brenda O'Mara - tel: (01) 805 8226. E-mail: dhulaigh@indigo.ie
Annual Animal Welfare Forum at University of Limerick
The University of Limerick, in conjunction with International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), will be hosting the annual IFAW forum from June 16th - 19th. Twenty four speakers will deliver papers on ecological issues. The speakers are drawn from all corners of the world in an effort to fuse knowledge and raise ecological awareness.
The event, titled "Wildlife Conservation: In Pursuit of Ecological Sustainability" will be introduced by Dr David Lavigne, a zoologist and the present science adviser to the IFAW.
For more information contact Emily Lewis. Tel: (01) 6773277.
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