Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Donegal celebrated its annual Student Achievement Awards at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny. Members of the ATU Student’s Union pictured at the ATU Donegal Student Achievement Awards held in the Radisson Hotel Letterkenny along Paul Hannigan, ATU Donegal, Head of College, Dr Billy Bennett Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar ATU, Dr Orla Flynn President of ATU, Joanne Gallagher – Dean of Faculty of Science and Health ATU Donegal, Don Donoghue (General Manager · ATU Students' Union Donegal), Dr Vicky O'Rourke, Senior Lecturer in Research Development at the Faculty of Business, ATU Donegal, Anne Marie Kelly Academic affairs officer ATU Donegal. Photo: Gerard McHugh Photography With over 200 students and staff in attendance, the evening recognised the outstanding achievements, leadership, and contributions of students across clubs, societies, and sport.The event marked another strong year for the Clubs & Societies Programme, which continues to play a central role in student life at ATU Donegal. Opening the evening, Don Donoghue, Students’ Union General Manager, acknowledged the impact of student engagement across campus: “This programme continues to go from strength to strength, driven by students who are committed to building communities, creating opportunities, and making a real contribution to campus life.”ATU President, Dr Orla Flynn, reflected on the importance of involvement beyond the classroom: “Clubs and societies are at the heart of the student experience. They create connection, belonging, and opportunities that stay with students long after they leave ATU.”Dr Flynn presented several of the main society awards on the night, recognising excellence across a range of areas, including leadership, development, and overall impact.A key highlight of the evening was the presentation of eight Clubs & Societies Scholarships, each valued at €800, recognising exceptional student leaders for their commitment and contribution. The

placeholder image — Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Donegal celebrated its annual Student Achievement Awards at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Letterkenny. Members of the ATU Student’s Union pictured at the ATU Donegal Student Achievement Awards held in the Radisson Hotel Letterkenny along Paul Hannigan, ATU Donegal, Head of College, Dr Billy Bennett Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar ATU, Dr Orla Flynn President of ATU, Joanne Gallagher – Dean of Faculty of Science and Health ATU Donegal, Don Donoghue (General Manager · ATU Students' Union Donegal), Dr Vicky O'Rourke, Senior Lecturer in Research Development at the Faculty of Business, ATU Donegal, Anne Marie Kelly Academic affairs officer ATU Donegal. Photo: Gerard McHugh Photography With over 200 students and staff in attendance, the evening recognised the outstanding achievements, leadership, and contributions of students across clubs, societies, and sport.The event marked another strong year for the Clubs & Societies Programme, which continues to play a central role in student life at ATU Donegal. Opening the evening, Don Donoghue, Students’ Union General Manager, acknowledged the impact of student engagement across campus: “This programme continues to go from strength to strength, driven by students who are committed to building communities, creating opportunities, and making a real contribution to campus life.”ATU President, Dr Orla Flynn, reflected on the importance of involvement beyond the classroom: “Clubs and societies are at the heart of the student experience. They create connection, belonging, and opportunities that stay with students long after they leave ATU.”Dr Flynn presented several of the main society awards on the night, recognising excellence across a range of areas, including leadership, development, and overall impact.A key highlight of the evening was the presentation of eight Clubs & Societies Scholarships, each valued at €800, recognising exceptional student leaders for their commitment and contribution. The

In pictures: ATU Donegal hosts its annual Student Achievement Awards

Published 24th Apr 2026, 20:33 GMT

With over 200 students and staff in attendance, the evening recognised the outstanding achievements, leadership, and contributions of students across clubs, societies, and sport.

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Scholarship award winners pictured at the ATU Donegal Student Achievement Awards held in the Radisson Hotel Letterkenny were Adithya Manoj – Indian Students Society, Yelyzaveta Vynokurova – International Society, Nosiba Elshawa – Palestine Solidarity Society, Oisin Teape – Volleyball Society, Melanie McGuirk – Empower HER Society, Charles Lucas Makio – ATU Green Pantry Society, Ellen Mc Garrigle – Agricultural Science Society. Included in the photo are Claire Mc Caul (VP Education/Communications ATU Donegal) , Victoria Hrycsenko (ATU Student Union) ,Don Donoghue (General Manager · ATU Students' Union Donegal). Front row (l-r) Dr Vicky O'Rourke, Senior Lecturer in Research Development at the Faculty of Business, ATU Donegal, Joanne Gallagher – Dean of Faculty of Science and Health ATU Donegal, Paul Hannigan, ATU Donegal, Head of College, Dr Billy Bennett Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar, ATU, Dr Orla Flynn, President of ATU, ,Joseph Sweeney (ATU Donegal Students' Union President), Nasya McJyn Igelige (VP Welfare/Equality ATU Donegal), Anne Marie Kelly Academic affairs officer ATU Donegal.

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The ATU Green Pantry Society winners of the Civic, Charity & Community Engagement Award ATU Donegal Student Achievement Awards held in the Radisson Hotel Letterkenny. Included in the photo are Claire Mc Caul (VP Education/Communications ATU Donegal) , Victoria Hrycsenko (ATU Student Union) ,Don Donoghue (General Manager · ATU Students' Union Donegal). Front row (l-r) Dr Vicky O'Rourke, Senior Lecturer in Research Development at the Faculty of Business, ATU Donegal, Joanne Gallagher – Dean of Faculty of Science and Health ATU Donegal, Paul Hannigan, ATU Donegal, Head of College, Dr Billy Bennett Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar ATU, Dr Orla Flynn President of ATU, ,Joseph Sweeney (ATU Donegal Students' Union President), Nasya Mc Jyn Igelige (VP Welfare/Equality ATU Donegal), Anne Marie Kelly Academic affairs officer ATU Donegal.

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The Islamic Society, who were winners at the ATU Donegal Student Achievement Awards held in the Radisson Hotel Letterkenny. Included in the photo are Don Donoghue (General Manager · ATU Students' Union Donegal), Joanne Gallagher – Dean of Faculty of Science and Health ATU Donegal, Dr Vicky O'Rourke, Senior Lecturer in Research Development at the Faculty of Business, ATU Donegal, Anne Marie Kelly Academic affairs officer ATU Donegal, Joseph Sweeney (ATU Donegal Students' Union President), Nasya Mc Jyn Igelige (VP Welfare/Equality ATU Donegal) and Claire Mc Caul (VP Education/Communications ATU Donegal), Front row Paul Hannigan (Head of College ATU Donegal, Orla Flynn President of ATU, Dr Billy Bennett Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar ATU, Victoria Hrycsenko (ATU Student Union)

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The Law Society, who were winners of the best Society at the ATU Donegal Student Achievement Awards held in the Radisson Hotel Letterkenny. Included in the photo are Don Donoghue (General Manager · ATU Students' Union Donegal), Dr Vicky O'Rourke, Senior Lecturer in Research Development at the Faculty of Business, ATU Donegal, Anne Marie Kelly Academic affairs officer ATU Donegal, Joseph Sweeney (ATU Donegal Students' Union President), Nasya Mc Jyn Igelige (VP Welfare/Equality ATU Donegal) and Claire Mc Caul (VP Education/Communications ATU Donegal), Fron row Paul Hannigan (Head of College ATU Donegal, Dr Billy Bennett Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar ATU, Orla Flynn President of ATU, Joanne Gallagher – Dean of Faculty of Science and Health ATU Donegal, Victoria Hrycsenko (ATU Student Union)

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In pictures: ATU Donegal hosts its annual Student Achievement Awards

With over 200 students and staff in attendance, the evening recognised the outstanding achievements, leadership, and contributions of students across clubs, societies, and sport.

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