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Dear Fresher Me

Frank Blake

Frank Blake talks about his move from rural Clare to the Lir – a place he describes as 'a different kettle of fish altogether'.
By Ailbhe Noonan

Mary McAleese

The former president of Ireland and Chancellor of Trinity urges incoming students to make the most of their time in college, even if it's not what they expect it to be.
By Molly Furey

Emilie Pine

Academic and author Emilie Pine recalls her first year in college as an uncertain year, but reassures incoming students that it gets easier as you find your people.
By Emer Tyrrell

Áine Lawlor

By Kathleen McNamee

Megan Nolan

By Gráinne Ní Sheasnáin

Arthaud Mesnard

By Ellen McLean

Patricia O’Brien

By Niamh Egleston

Mark Pollock

By Simon Foy

Louise Richardson

By Colm Ó'Neill

Leon Breen

By Donal MacNamee
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