Dundalk Institute of Technology (DKIT) recently welcomed learners from Monaghan Institute’s Architectural Technology and Renewable Construction traineeships for an engaging day of tasters and tours, highlighting the opportunities available at DKIT. We extend our thanks to the Building Environment Team, including Denise Quigley (Head of Building Environment), Aidan Sherlock (Building …

A group of Monaghan Institute staff recently visited the Netherlands as part of an Erasmus+ Teacher Training Programme. The purpose of their visit was to exchange ICT practises and forge new relationships with European colleges. The week began with a warm welcome at Firda College in Drachten. Here, the teachers …

The Architectural Technology, Renewable Technologies, and Engineering Traineeship learners recently embarked on their annual visit to the Kingspan IKON Innovation Centre, a beacon of sustainable building practices and cutting-edge technology. Upon arrival, the group was warmly welcomed by Jeannine, the Events Manager, and Rachel, who guided them through a comprehensive …

Staff from Monaghan Institute are preparing to participate in an Erasmus funded, structured, and interactive course focused on the integration of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) and digital technologies in the classroom. This training programme, hosted by ROC Friese Poort, College of Further Education, part of the Firda group of …

Recently, Monaghan Institute’s Level 6 Advanced IT and Business Management group had the pleasure of visiting both Combilift and Monaghan Mushrooms to inform their coursework. At Combilift, the group who were warmly welcomed by staff members James Sheerin and Kevin Markey, discussed their research topic of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) …

Monaghan Institute recently celebrated the achievements of students who participated in a two-week Erasmus+ work experience programme in the Netherlands earlier this year. The graduation ceremony honoured their dedication and the skills they developed during their international placements. This EU-funded programme provides opportunities for international study, training, and collaboration, equipping …

It was an exciting and enlightening day for Advanced Level 6 Applied Social Studies students from Monaghan Institute as they embarked on an educational visit to Loughan House Open Prison. The visit, a key part of their coursework, provided students with a unique opportunity to witness the rehabilitation process and …

On Friday 22 November, the 2024 Monaghan Institute Graduation Ceremony took place in the Garage Theatre. It was an intimate marking of the graduates’ achievements and their step into the next chapter of life. Their hard work, dedication and resilience were celebrated, and the staff of the Institute couldn’t have …

After 20 years of dedicated service in the further education and training sector, Marie Conlon is embarking on a well-deserved retirement. Her time at Monaghan Institute has been marked by unwavering commitment, passion for education, and a profound impact on both colleagues and students. Marie has been an integral and …

Monaghan Institute’s Students’ Union brought the college community together for their “Care for Your Pair” campaign, an event that combined warmth, community spirit, and a commitment to health awareness. The highlight of the campaign was a cosy coffee morning, which turned out to be a resounding success, raising vital funds …