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Dr Orla Flynn, President of ATU addressing graduates at ATU Conferring.
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is calling on its alumni to register for the Seanad Éireann university panel electorate ahead of the Thursday, February 26, 2026 deadline.
ATU graduates holding bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees who are Irish citizens aged 18 or over can join the register and take part in shaping the membership of Seanad Éireann, Ireland’s upper house of parliament.
By voting, graduates help shape which voices will scrutinise national policy, advocate for regional development, influence debates in education, health, enterprise, culture, and ensure a strong, diverse Seanad.
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Seanad Éireann plays a critical role in reviewing and debating legislation, proposing amendments, and ensuring that a broad range of societal, cultural, educational, and professional perspectives are represented at the heart of law‑making.
The Seanad is a body comprising 60 members, selected from political, vocational, professional, and academic spheres. Six of these seats are reserved for graduates of designated Irish universities. Thousands of ATU alumni (including alumni of GMIT, LYIT, St Angela’s and IT Sligo) across Ireland and abroad can help determine who represents the higher education sector in the legislative process.
Speaking about the significance of this moment, ATU President Dr Orla Flynn said: “The inclusion of technological universities as designated universities for Seanad Éireann voting rights is an important recognition of our role and contribution to society. By registering, ATU graduates can bring the voice of our regions, our industries, and our communities directly into national policy and decision‑making. We strongly encourage all eligible alumni to participate and use their vote.”
Registration is quick and can be completed online at SeanadVoter.ie, or through a paper application
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