Wonderful news, Joanne O’Riordan secures her place in Cork University to study criminology – TheLiberal.ie – Our News, Your Views

Wonderful news, Joanne O’Riordan secures her place in Cork University to study criminology




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Cork lady, Joanne O’Riordan is going to Cork University to study criminology.

The Quercus scholarship has been offered to Joanne as part of an active citizen programme which acknowledges individuals work within the community. Joanne is delighted with her placement and will be able to fully compete in all aspects of college life now.

Joanne commented: “It’s a fantastic day. I have always wanted to go to University and be part of a wider network of education. What UCC have offered me is simply unbelievable!

“I have always wanted to show people that irrespective of your disability or background you can achieve the best in life if you set your mind to it.

“I want people to understand that education is a way to a better life. Education should be inclusive and open to all abilities. We need to invest in our future because our future is the key to our success as a country.”

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