Today, DCU Educational Trust launched the DCU Alumni Fund, bringing together the many graduates whose generosity helps the University to transform lives. This fund will support DCU’s vital Excellence and Opportunity initiatives, which range from student scholarships to research for society.
DCU graduates Shay Walsh (BEng Electronic Engineering), Michelle O’Hagan (Bachelor of Business Studies) and Jonny Cooper (BSc Sport Science and Health) joined students and DCU President Professor Dáire Keogh on campus to show their support for the fundraising launch.
This fund builds on strong alumni engagement with the DCU community through volunteering, mentoring students and donations that support a new generation of students to overcome barriers and reach their full potential.
Donations to the Alumni Fund will accelerate doctoral research opportunities in areas from cancer treatment to sustainability, and deliver vital Access scholarships for young people from underrepresented backgrounds.
Speaking about the launch, Jason Sherlock, Director of Development at DCU Educational Trust said:
“When DCU alumni join together, we make remarkable things happen. I’m proud to see this new fund bringing together the many graduates who give. It’s an opportunity for alumni around the world to make a real, collective impact and advance DCU’s transformative student programmes and doctoral research opportunities.”
Graduates and supporters interested in getting involved can help shape the future for a new generation of students and researchers at dcu.ie/donate
