Connected DCU Society
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Upcoming Events 6
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Lunch and Learn - Louise McCulloch | ||||||
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Starts: Thu 21st Nov at 13:00 |
Ends: at 14:00 |
Cost: FREE |
Max: 80 |
IN-PERSON Event |
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Location: Zoom MeetingMeeting: NALouise is the Research and Evaluation Coordinator with Preparing For Life. She has been involved in the field of community development in Dublin, Ireland for nearly 25 years. During this time she has primarily focused on the area of addiction recovery and the development of person-centred services and networks of support. However, for the last five years she has worked in the field of child and family services. Her work experience ranges across frontline service provision, research, service development and policy. She previously worked on the ROSIE Study a research outcome study in Ireland evaluating drug treatment effectiveness. More recently she was part of an advisory group to the Pompidou Group in the Council of Europe supporting the creation of guidelines for a rights based approach where children are living with parental substance use (considering the rights of the child, mother, father, family). In 2020, she commenced a PhD to “Advance the system with mothers in addiction recovery” in Trinity College Dublin using action research and participatory approaches. She is also a mum to two kids and in her free time likes to walk her dog, read and listen to music. |
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Book Club: Food for Thought | ||||||
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Starts: Thu 28th Nov at 19:00 |
Ends: at 20:00 |
Cost: FREE |
Max: 25 |
IN-PERSON Event |
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Location: Zoom link TBCMeeting: ZoomThis will be a group discussion about a chosen book based around the theme of food. There will be questions about the book and members will get the chance to share their thoughts. |
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CONNECTMAS CHRISTMAS PARTY! | ||||||
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Starts: Fri 20th Dec at 19:00 |
Ends: at 21:00 |
Cost: FREE |
Max: 140 |
IN-PERSON Event |
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Location: zoom link will be sent out via emailMeeting: zoomConnectmas Christmas Party 20 December 2024. Get ready to jingle and mingle at the Connected DCU Society's fabulous 'Connectmas' Party! ? Join us for a whirlwind of holiday games, merry chats, and festive fun! Keep your eyes peeled for some fabulous spot prizes on the night! ?? |
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Long Table 3: Future of Education | ||||||
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Starts: Mon 20th Jan at 19:00 |
Ends: at 21:00 |
Cost: FREE |
Max: 80 |
IN-PERSON Event |
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Location: Zoom link TBCMeeting: NAA long table talk is modelled after a dinner party conversation where everyone’s voices are of equal importance. No hierarchy, no domination of the conversation, everyone’s input is invaluable. It’s participatory in nature but without the pressure of something like a presentation - you can have your say or step back and listen to others, and always rejoin the discussion if something comes to mind. It has a facilitator to kind of make sure the conversation stays on topic and stays within the time frame. But ultimately we all come to a virtual ‘table’ with a topic in mind to learn from the diverse perspectives of our peers. It’s just a fluid and dynamic way of having meaningful conversations and uplifting our own knowledge and experiences as a group. |
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Long Table 4: Innovation | ||||||
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Starts: Fri 21st Feb at 19:00 |
Ends: at 21:00 |
Cost: FREE |
Max: 80 |
IN-PERSON Event |
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Location: Zoom link TBCMeeting: NAA long table talk is modelled after a dinner party conversation where everyone’s voices are of equal importance. No hierarchy, no domination of the conversation, everyone’s input is invaluable. It’s participatory in nature but without the pressure of something like a presentation - you can have your say or step back and listen to others, and always rejoin the discussion if something comes to mind. It has a facilitator to kind of make sure the conversation stays on topic and stays within the time frame. But ultimately we all come to a virtual ‘table’ with a topic in mind to learn from the diverse perspectives of our peers. It’s just a fluid and dynamic way of having meaningful conversations and uplifting our own knowledge and experiences as a group. |
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Long Table 5: Diversity in Academia | ||||||
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Starts: Wed 19th Mar at 19:00 |
Ends: at 21:00 |
Cost: FREE |
Max: 80 |
IN-PERSON Event |
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Location: Zoom link TBCMeeting: NAA long table talk is modelled after a dinner party conversation where everyone’s voices are of equal importance. No hierarchy, no domination of the conversation, everyone’s input is invaluable. It’s participatory in nature but without the pressure of something like a presentation - you can have your say or step back and listen to others, and always rejoin the discussion if something comes to mind. It has a facilitator to kind of make sure the conversation stays on topic and stays within the time frame. But ultimately we all come to a virtual ‘table’ with a topic in mind to learn from the diverse perspectives of our peers. It’s just a fluid and dynamic way of having meaningful conversations and uplifting our own knowledge and experiences as a group. |
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Lunch and Learn - Louise McCulloch
| Starts | Thu 21st Nov at 13:00 |
| Ends | at 14:00 |
| Cost | FREE |
| Max | 80 attendees |
| Type | IN-PERSON Event |
Location: Zoom Meeting
Meeting Point: NA
Louise is the Research and Evaluation Coordinator with Preparing For Life. She has been involved in the field of community development in Dublin, Ireland for nearly 25 years. During this time she has primarily focused on the area of addiction recovery and the development of person-centred services and networks of support. However, for the last five years she has worked in the field of child and family services. Her work experience ranges across frontline service provision, research, service development and policy. She previously worked on the ROSIE Study a research outcome study in Ireland evaluating drug treatment effectiveness. More recently she was part of an advisory group to the Pompidou Group in the Council of Europe supporting the creation of guidelines for a rights based approach where children are living with parental substance use (considering the rights of the child, mother, father, family). In 2020, she commenced a PhD to “Advance the system with mothers in addiction recovery” in Trinity College Dublin using action research and participatory approaches. She is also a mum to two kids and in her free time likes to walk her dog, read and listen to music.
Book Club: Food for Thought
| Starts | Thu 28th Nov at 19:00 |
| Ends | at 20:00 |
| Cost | FREE |
| Max | 25 attendees |
| Type | IN-PERSON Event |
Location: Zoom link TBC
Meeting Point: Zoom
This will be a group discussion about a chosen book based around the theme of food. There will be questions about the book and members will get the chance to share their thoughts.
CONNECTMAS CHRISTMAS PARTY!
| Starts | Fri 20th Dec at 19:00 |
| Ends | at 21:00 |
| Cost | FREE |
| Max | 140 attendees |
| Type | IN-PERSON Event |
Location: zoom link will be sent out via email
Meeting Point: zoom
Connectmas Christmas Party 20 December 2024.
Get ready to jingle and mingle at the Connected DCU Society's fabulous 'Connectmas' Party! ?
Join us for a whirlwind of holiday games, merry chats, and festive fun!
Keep your eyes peeled for some fabulous spot prizes on the night! ??
Long Table 3: Future of Education
| Starts | Mon 20th Jan at 19:00 |
| Ends | at 21:00 |
| Cost | FREE |
| Max | 80 attendees |
| Type | IN-PERSON Event |
Location: Zoom link TBC
Meeting Point: NA
A long table talk is modelled after a dinner party conversation where everyone’s voices are of equal importance. No hierarchy, no domination of the conversation, everyone’s input is invaluable. It’s participatory in nature but without the pressure of something like a presentation - you can have your say or step back and listen to others, and always rejoin the discussion if something comes to mind. It has a facilitator to kind of make sure the conversation stays on topic and stays within the time frame. But ultimately we all come to a virtual ‘table’ with a topic in mind to learn from the diverse perspectives of our peers. It’s just a fluid and dynamic way of having meaningful conversations and uplifting our own knowledge and experiences as a group.
Long Table 4: Innovation
| Starts | Fri 21st Feb at 19:00 |
| Ends | at 21:00 |
| Cost | FREE |
| Max | 80 attendees |
| Type | IN-PERSON Event |
Location: Zoom link TBC
Meeting Point: NA
A long table talk is modelled after a dinner party conversation where everyone’s voices are of equal importance. No hierarchy, no domination of the conversation, everyone’s input is invaluable. It’s participatory in nature but without the pressure of something like a presentation - you can have your say or step back and listen to others, and always rejoin the discussion if something comes to mind. It has a facilitator to kind of make sure the conversation stays on topic and stays within the time frame. But ultimately we all come to a virtual ‘table’ with a topic in mind to learn from the diverse perspectives of our peers. It’s just a fluid and dynamic way of having meaningful conversations and uplifting our own knowledge and experiences as a group.
Long Table 5: Diversity in Academia
| Starts | Wed 19th Mar at 19:00 |
| Ends | at 21:00 |
| Cost | FREE |
| Max | 80 attendees |
| Type | IN-PERSON Event |
Location: Zoom link TBC
Meeting Point: NA
A long table talk is modelled after a dinner party conversation where everyone’s voices are of equal importance. No hierarchy, no domination of the conversation, everyone’s input is invaluable. It’s participatory in nature but without the pressure of something like a presentation - you can have your say or step back and listen to others, and always rejoin the discussion if something comes to mind. It has a facilitator to kind of make sure the conversation stays on topic and stays within the time frame. But ultimately we all come to a virtual ‘table’ with a topic in mind to learn from the diverse perspectives of our peers. It’s just a fluid and dynamic way of having meaningful conversations and uplifting our own knowledge and experiences as a group.
About Connected DCU Society
Welcome to Connected DCU Society, a thriving community established in 2021 by DCU alum Sinead Lynch.
Our primary mission is to bridge the gap between online students at DCU, providing a nurturing and inclusive environment that fosters connections and combats the isolation often experienced by remote learners. Initially designed to offer a safe space for DCU’s online students, our society quickly evolved to include in-person students seeking meaningful connections and peer support online. Our core goal remains steadfast: to alleviate the sense of isolation through a vibrant community.
At Connected DCU Society, we organise a variety of events catering to both online and in-person students. From our lively summer meet-ups to our regular study groups using the Pomodoro technique - where productivity meets community spirit! One of our signature events, the “Lunch and Learn” series, invites speakers from diverse occupational and life backgrounds to share their experiences. They’re like TED Talks, but more casual and interactive, aiming to elevate our collective knowledge.
We welcome all students at DCU to join our diverse and international membership base. Our community thrives on the principles of diversity and inclusion, celebrating varied backgrounds and perspectives and coming together as one big, marvellous collective. Members benefit not only from our structured study groups and enlightening “Lunch & Learn” sessions but also from the profound sense of belonging and support within our community.
In a world where online learning can often feel isolating, Connected DCU Society strives to create a space where every student feels heard, valued, and, most importantly, connected. Join us to be a part of a dynamic community where friendships flourish, because here at Connected DCU Society, we are transforming the online learning experience at DCU!
Current Committee 9
| Chairperson | Patricia Cross(She/Her) |
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| Secretary | Lisa Ockochinski |
| Co Treasurer | Annie Mulligan |
| Co-Treasurer | Dawn Mullen |
| Public Relations Officer | Pam Leddy |
| Events Officer | Grace Glorioso |
| Events Officer | Pamela Woods |
| Inclusion Officer | Deirdre Mc Loughlin |
| Vice Chairperson | Jamie-Lee |
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