An Cumann Gaelach, TCD
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An Cumann Gaelach is the Irish Language
and culture Society at The University of Dublin, Trinity College
(Irish: Ollscoil Átha Cliath, Coláiste na Tríonóide). Established in 1906, the society has grown over the past century to become the third largest society in Trinity College, and the largest Cumann Gaelach in the country.
The society's main objective is the promotion of the Irish language
and culture in the college, allowing people to use whatever level of Irish they have in a social scenario, organising events throughout the year to satisfy the many Irish speakers of the institution. The nature of these events can vary widely, from céilíthe, various receptions, debating competitions, lectures, concerts and the weekly "Conversation Circle". It is important that the Irish language can be seen and heard outside of the class room. The beginning of Hilary term
is also set aside for Éigse, an entire week dedicated to the Irish language in Trinity College. The society is also responsible for the Irish language college magazine, Tuathal which is available each term.
Irish language
Irish , also known as Irish Gaelic, is a Goidelic language of the Indo-European language family, originating in Ireland and historically spoken by the Irish people. Irish is now spoken as a first language by a minority of Irish people, as well as being a second language of a larger proportion of...
and culture Society at The University of Dublin, Trinity College
Trinity College, Dublin
Trinity College, Dublin , formally known as the College of the Holy and Undivided Trinity of Queen Elizabeth near Dublin, was founded in 1592 by letters patent from Queen Elizabeth I as the "mother of a university", Extracts from Letters Patent of Elizabeth I, 1592: "...we...found and...
(Irish: Ollscoil Átha Cliath, Coláiste na Tríonóide). Established in 1906, the society has grown over the past century to become the third largest society in Trinity College, and the largest Cumann Gaelach in the country.
The society's main objective is the promotion of the Irish language
Irish language
Irish , also known as Irish Gaelic, is a Goidelic language of the Indo-European language family, originating in Ireland and historically spoken by the Irish people. Irish is now spoken as a first language by a minority of Irish people, as well as being a second language of a larger proportion of...
and culture in the college, allowing people to use whatever level of Irish they have in a social scenario, organising events throughout the year to satisfy the many Irish speakers of the institution. The nature of these events can vary widely, from céilíthe, various receptions, debating competitions, lectures, concerts and the weekly "Conversation Circle". It is important that the Irish language can be seen and heard outside of the class room. The beginning of Hilary term
Hilary term
Hilary Term is the second academic term of Oxford University's academic year. It runs from January to March and is so named because the feast day of St Hilary of Poitiers, 14 January, falls during this term...
is also set aside for Éigse, an entire week dedicated to the Irish language in Trinity College. The society is also responsible for the Irish language college magazine, Tuathal which is available each term.
Commitee 2011/2012
- Auditor Pádraig Schaler
- Vice-Auditor Róisín NicFheargusa
- Treasurer Cillian Hanaphy
- Secretary Lisa McMahon
- Administration and IT Officer Fiadh Ní Dhonnchadha
- Public Releations Officer Ellen Ní Chorragáin
- Sponsorship Relations Officer Mícheál MacFhlannchadha
- Entertainment Officer Andrew King
- Publications Officer Oisín Mistéil
- Drama Officer Meadhbh O'Connor
- Debating Officer Osal Kelly
Committee 2010/2011
- Auditor Jen Ní Mhathúna
- Vice-Auditor Caoimhe Ní Mhuilleoir
- Treasurer Cillian Hanaphy
- Secretary Clár Nic Eoin
- Administration and IT Officer Dairíne Ní Bheinéid
- Public Releations Officer Róisín Nic Fhearghusa
- Sponsorship Relations Officer Stiofáin O'Broin
- Entertainment Officer Peadar de Blúit
- Publications Officer Pádraig Schaler
- Drama Officer Andrea Ní Fhearghail
- Debating Officer Eibhlín Walsh
Committee 2009/2010
- Auditor Marie Ní Bhraonáin
- Vice-Auditor Stiofáin O'Broin
- Treasurer Colm O'Braoin
- Secretary Clár Nic Eoin
- Administration and IT Officer Fiona Ní Mharráin
- Public Releations Officer Róisín Nic Fhearghusa
- Sponsorship Relations Officer Caoimhe Ní Mhuilleoir
- Entertainment Officer Lisa Nic an Bhreithimh
- Publications Officer Róisín Adams
- Drama Officer Kate Ní Fhionnagáin
- Debating Officer Peadar de Blúit
Committee 2008/2009
- Auditor Tara Ní Dhuinn
- Vice-Auditor Lisa Ní Shuairc
- Treasurer Simon Rogers
- Secretary Cara Nig Fhearraigh
- Administration and IT Officer James Pelow
- Public Releations Officer Aisling Ní Fhoghlú
- Sponsorship Relations Officer Róisín Nic Fheargusa
- Music and Entertainment Officer
- Publications Officer Liz Farrelly
- Drama Officer Brian McManus
- Debating Officer Cláir Johnston
Committee 2007/2008
- Club President Séamus Conboy
- Club Vice President Kevin O'Connor
- Treasurer Lisa Ní Shuairc
- Secretary Síle Nic an Bhreathnaigh
- Public Releations Officer Cara Nig Fhearraigh
- O.C.U. Órlaith Ní Fhoghlú
- School of Irish Officer Eibhlín Breathnach
- Music and Entertainment Officer Éanna Ó Cróinín
- Administration Officer Ciarán Ó Gallachóir
- Publications Officer Séamus Ó Ceallaigh
- Drama Officer Clódagh nic Gabhann
- Debating Officer Tara Ní Dhuinn
- Information Technology Officer Emmett de Craig
See also
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- Irish LanguageIrish languageIrish , also known as Irish Gaelic, is a Goidelic language of the Indo-European language family, originating in Ireland and historically spoken by the Irish people. Irish is now spoken as a first language by a minority of Irish people, as well as being a second language of a larger proportion of...
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- Dublin
- IrelandRepublic of IrelandIreland , described as the Republic of Ireland , is a sovereign state in Europe occupying approximately five-sixths of the island of the same name. Its capital is Dublin. Ireland, which had a population of 4.58 million in 2011, is a constitutional republic governed as a parliamentary democracy,...