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Finding Home in Galway: My Journey with Tuatha Volunteering

Muskan set out to find a volunteering opportunity but found a community instead. Read all about her weekly ritual with Tuatha Volunteers of Terryland Forest Park and why you should get involved.

California Dreaming – My Study Abroad Experience

Swimming with sea lions, scuba diving and California sunsets? Marine Science student Avery is really selling the study abroad experience. Here she shares about her time at University of California, San Diego.

ENLIGHT Academic Leadership Programme

The third in-person meeting of the ENLIGHT Academic Leadership Programme took place at University of Galway from 4 - 6 March 2026. Over 3 days, 28 participants from across the 10 ENLIGHT Universities participated in three days of productive sessions from University of Galway colleagues.

Why I Chose my Masters in Social Work at University of Galway

What a magical feeling it is to find a programme that truly aligns with your values. This is exactly what happened to Global Student Ambassador Patricia when she came across the MA in Social Work at University of Galway during a late-night scroll. Read on to hear about her journey.

My Journey to Galway

Bachelor of Commerce Global Experience student Ved lets us in on his decision-making process when it came to studying abroad, and shares one piece of advice for students in the same position.

How a GOI-IES Letter helped me get into University of Galway

Can one email change your life? It happened to GOI-IES Scholar Ayesha from Pakistan. Here, she shares her journey to University of Galway.

Digital Dreams to Real World Lessons: My Galway Story

Recent MSc Digital Marketing graduate Tanmay reflects on his time at University of Galway and offers advice for students now in the position he was in just a year ago.

Alumni Spotlight: Nargis Dewji

Hailing from Tanzania, alumnus Nargis Dewji graduated from the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics with a Bachelor of Commerce, specialising in Economics. We spoke with Nargis about her time at University of Galway, learning from others and personal growth.

Alumni Spotlight: Rahul Dewan

Meet alumnus Rahul Dewan, a graduate of the MSc International Management from the J.E. Cairnes School of Business. We spoke with Rahul about his journey from University of Galway to his current role.