08.10.2025
The National University of Ireland (NUI) is delighted to announce the next seminar in the Higher Education, Today and Tomorrow series – Neurodiverse Learners Transitioning to Higher Education – at 12.30pm on Tuesday, 21 October 2025.
Speakers
Dara Ryder (Chief Executive Officer, AHEAD) will chair a panel with
- Marina Carlin – Post-primary special education teacher and member of NUI Senate
- Linda Doran – Disability Support Manager, UCC
- Daisy Garde – Research master’s student, UCC
The panel will share a variety of perspectives from a teacher working with students at post-primary level, a higher education institution’s support team and a learner who has successfully navigated the transition. The panel will spotlight success stories as well as challenges and explore what we can do to improve access, increase retention, and create more inclusive learning environments and experience for neurodiverse learners.
Location
Join us in person at NUI’s offices, 49 Merrion Square, D02 V583.
Register
The event is free, but please register on Eventbrite.
Please note, a light lunch will be provided following the seminar.
Accessibility
Our office is accessible with flat access at the rear (prior arrangement required), an elevator and hearing loop system. Please let us know if you have access queries by emailing accessofficer@nui.ie or phoning 01 439 2424.
Media Coverage
Media enquiries can be directed to Aisling at socialmedia@nui.ie.
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