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The Origins of April Fool’s Day: A Tradition of Laughter
March 31st, 2026
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Every year on April 1st, people around the world take part in a day filled with jokes, pranks, and playful surprises. But where did April Fool’s Day actually come...
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Origami Paper Crane Workshop with Yasuda Women’s University
March 18th, 2026
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On Tuesday 10th March, DCU International Academy had the pleasure of hosting a unique and meaningful Origami Paper Crane Workshop, delivered by students from Yasuda Women’s University, Japan, and...
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Strengthening European Partnerships at DCU
February 25th, 2026
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In February 2026, Dublin City University was honoured to welcome former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta to campus for the official launch of the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence...
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Japanese Ambassador Visits Dublin City University Ahead of Expo 2025
May 2nd, 2025
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On Thursday, April 24th, we had the pleasure of welcoming the Japanese Ambassador, Junji Shimada, to Dublin City University (DCU). The Ambassador was introduced to DCU President Daire Keogh...
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South Korea to Dublin: Ji Seong Kim’s 12-Week Experience at Dublin City University
August 12th, 2025
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Meet Ji Seong Kim, or Ji for short. Originally from South Korea, Ji is studying Business Administration with a second major in English at his home university. To strengthen...
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Top 10 Things to Experience in Dublin This Christmas
December 12th, 2025
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Dublin is a wonderful city to explore during the holiday season, offering a festive combination of lights, markets, and winter activities. There’s no shortage of events to experience in...
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Ukrainian Master’s Student Svitlana Shares Her Experience At DCU International Academy
October 29th, 2024
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The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a globally recognised assessment of English proficiency, covering listening, reading, writing, and speaking. DCU IELTS supports professional development, migration, and educational...
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Strengthening Global Communication at Work: An Interview with Gualberto Morales
October 18th, 2024
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Meet Gualberto, originally from Venezuela, now living with his wife in Chile since 2016. Gualberto was determined to improve his English language ability. Working for an international company, Gualberto...
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Pathway to Aviation: Interview with Costa Rican Student Sebastian
October 9th, 2024
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Sebastian Monge Rios, a 22-year-old from Costa Rica, is on an exciting path toward fulfilling his dream of becoming a pilot. Sebastian’s passion for aviation took root in his...
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Mastering English Through Conversation: Romain’s Experience with DCUIA’s General English Programme
August 30th, 2024
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We caught up with Romain, a French native who recently completed a 3-week General English course with DCU International Academy. “I had a fantastic time during my 3-week...
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Enhancing English Skills: An Interview with PHD Computer Science Candidate, Sebastião
August 23rd, 2024
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Sebastião, a recent PhD candidate in Computer Engineering completed an intense one-month English course at DCU, which included two weeks of focused language study. During this time, he found...
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Bringing Irish Culture to the Classroom: An Interview with Teacher Training Student, Nouara
August 14th, 2024
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Meet Nouara, a dedicated teacher from France with Algerian roots, who recently shared her experiences from the teacher training programme at DCU International Academy. Starting her teaching journey at...
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