Hear from the CampusConnect community

Hear from current and prospective students, ambassadors and alumni who have benefitted from, and given back to, the CampusConnect community. These students recognise the value of applicant communities and share how the sense of belonging set their chosen university apart from the rest.

“Even if the end goal is employment, students mustn’t forget to enjoy the experience and everything that it entails.” UCC Ambassador Anushree is back to share how she landed a fitting career

“Even if the end goal is employment, students mustn’t forget to enjoy the experience and everything that it entails.” UCC Ambassador Anushree is back to share how she landed a fitting career

Lauren ValentineJuly 31, 2022

“I’m so happy to be a part of the CampusConnect ambassadors, and to be a student of ARU” MSc Accounting and Finance student Ifeoluwa shares his experience

“I’m so happy to be a part of the CampusConnect ambassadors, and to be a student of ARU” MSc Accounting and Finance student Ifeoluwa shares his experience

Lauren ValentineJune 25, 2022

“The best part of being in all these communities is that I’m getting to help so many students with key decisions” UCC Ambassador Anushree discusses the value of peer-to-peer connections

“The best part of being in all these communities is that I’m getting to help so many students with key decisions” UCC Ambassador Anushree discusses the value of peer-to-peer connections

Lauren ValentineMay 31, 2022

‘I would like to talk to someone who is further along in their journey. If I want that, then I can be it for someone else.’ UL Ambassador Jaimie tells us about the joys of studying abroad.

‘I would like to talk to someone who is further along in their journey. If I want that, then I can be it for someone else.’ UL Ambassador Jaimie tells us about the joys of studying abroad.

Ruby WrankmoreMay 4, 2022

‘Growing up in Canada, Ireland kind of mirrors the access to nature and peaceful atmosphere that we want.’ Canadian sisters on their excitement for the upcoming move to study at UCC together.

‘Growing up in Canada, Ireland kind of mirrors the access to nature and peaceful atmosphere that we want.’ Canadian sisters on their excitement for the upcoming move to study at UCC together.

Ruby WrankmoreMay 3, 2022

‘Here, student experience is important.’ UL Ambassador Jian on discovering Irish food and making the most of studying abroad.

‘Here, student experience is important.’ UL Ambassador Jian on discovering Irish food and making the most of studying abroad.

Ruby WrankmoreApril 28, 2022

“It’s just like being in a café and asking for a recommendation!” Ambassador Will on the friendliness of the Maynooth CampusConnect community

“It’s just like being in a café and asking for a recommendation!” Ambassador Will on the friendliness of the Maynooth CampusConnect community

Lauren ValentineMarch 30, 2022

Part-time jobs: The CampusConnect community share their experiences

Part-time jobs: The CampusConnect community share their experiences

Lauren ValentineMarch 3, 2022

“What gave ARU the edge was its employment prospects” Kein delves deeper into his MSc in Supply Chain Management

“What gave ARU the edge was its employment prospects” Kein delves deeper into his MSc in Supply Chain Management

Lauren ValentineFebruary 2, 2022

ARU student Kein swaps vlogging for blogging to share his story with the CampusConnect community

ARU student Kein swaps vlogging for blogging to share his story with the CampusConnect community

Lauren ValentineJanuary 4, 2022

“I’m feeling really good and part of the UL family.” 3 UL Erasmus students speak about the importance of digital connections

“I’m feeling really good and part of the UL family.” 3 UL Erasmus students speak about the importance of digital connections

Lauren ValentineSeptember 28, 2021UL, Erasmus

“It really encouraged me to live my own life.” How a little help from some (famous) friends led Asami to study at LJMU

Cathal McArdleSeptember 22, 2021

“Take the plunge, that is what life is all about!” LJMU Ambassador Eduardo settles into life in Liverpool

“Take the plunge, that is what life is all about!” LJMU Ambassador Eduardo settles into life in Liverpool

Ruby WrankmoreSeptember 15, 2021MSc Electrical Power and Control Engineering, LJMU

“It’s not easy – but when you know people it’s like leaving your family to find another family.” Incoming ARU student Martina tells us why she sees England as her second home

“It’s not easy – but when you know people it’s like leaving your family to find another family.” Incoming ARU student Martina tells us why she sees England as her second home

Lauren ValentineSeptember 7, 2021ARU, English Literature

“Part of my research will be on Irish folk music, so it’s such a blessing to be in the country and have those resources!” Jenna looks forward to studying Ethnomusicology at UL

“Part of my research will be on Irish folk music, so it’s such a blessing to be in the country and have those resources!” Jenna looks forward to studying Ethnomusicology at UL

Lauren ValentineAugust 31, 2021UL, Ethnomusicology

“I’m so proud to be one of their students!” Incoming ARU student Nooshin on striking the right chord with her Music Therapy course

“I’m so proud to be one of their students!” Incoming ARU student Nooshin on striking the right chord with her Music Therapy course

Ruby WrankmoreAugust 25, 2021MA Music Therapy, ARU

“Even though I have a vision for myself, I won’t let it pressure me.” Incoming ARU student Febronia on her love for Psychology and celebrating the small wins

“Even though I have a vision for myself, I won’t let it pressure me.” Incoming ARU student Febronia on her love for Psychology and celebrating the small wins

Ruby WrankmoreAugust 19, 2021ARU, MSc Psychology

“It helps to have a community before you arrive” UCC Ambassador Megan on how international students can integrate themselves into life abroad

“It helps to have a community before you arrive” UCC Ambassador Megan on how international students can integrate themselves into life abroad

Lauren ValentineAugust 10, 2021

“I want to make sure I’m getting the whole experience.” Incoming LJMU student Josh gears up for a new start

“I want to make sure I’m getting the whole experience.” Incoming LJMU student Josh gears up for a new start

Ruby WrankmoreAugust 5, 2021LJMU, BA Film Studies

“To help other international students, I can only be as relatable and as open as possible.” Maynooth student Emmeline on starting her new role as an International Student Ambassador

“To help other international students, I can only be as relatable and as open as possible.” Maynooth student Emmeline on starting her new role as an International Student Ambassador

Ruby WrankmoreJuly 26, 2021BBS Business and Management, Maynooth University