University College Cork Science Public Lecture Series:Complementary and Alternative Medicine - Holistic Healing or Noxious Nonsense? is the title of a lecture by Colin Bradley, professor of general practice, UCC tomorrow at, 8pm in Boole IV Lecture Theatre.
All are welcome and admission is free.
Canadian Studies Lecture at UCD
UCD's Centre for Canadian Studies presents a talk by prominent Canadian playwright Judith Thompson which will explore the idea of the theatre of war and examine the question of when truth becomes fiction, with particular reference to Stuff Happens (David Hare), Frost Nixon (Peter Morgan) and Palace of the End (Judith Thompson). She will also read from her latest play, Palace of the End (2007).
The talk will take place in: Room H204, second floor, UCD Humanities Institute of Ireland (HII) on Wednesday, April 2nd at 4pm.
Special Education Conference, at Mary Immaculate College, Limerick
The Department of Special Education is holding its sixth annual one-day conference entitled Effective Teaching and Learning in Special Education on Thursday, April 24th in the South Court Hotel, Limerick.
The speakers are Prof William Heward (Ohio State University) and Prof Jill Dardig (Ohio Dominican University).
Teachers in primary, post- primary and special schools are welcome to attend. For further information contact Sheila O'Callaghan. Tel: 061-2040563. E-mail: sheila.ocallaghan@mic.ul.ieor visit: www.mic.ul.ie.
UCC Postgraduate Diploma in Guidance and Counselling
The UCC Postgraduate Diploma in Guidance and Counselling is a one-year, full-time training course. Applications for 2007-08 are now being sought. Further information at www.pac.ie (course code CKC02).
European Studies in Transition Year
"Europack" is aimed at teachers of European Studies in Transition Year as well as teachers of related subjects for the Leaving Certificate. It includes project ideas, project materials and role plays, and covers topics including European elections and Irish MEPs, the history of Europe, from the age of Charlemagne to the current day and the Lisbon Treaty and the Charter of Fundamental Rights.
The "Europack" is being launched as a web-based product although a print version will be made available next year. It will be accessible online at www.euireland.ie Further details from rachael.pidgeon @ec.europa.eu tel: 01-6341109
Primary Times Spring Edition with Annual School Tour Guide
Primary Times (Dublin, Leinster, Munster and the west of Ireland editions) is in schools now.
It provides a comprehensive what's on listing and events guide for families.
This invaluable information can also be accessed online on www.primarytimes.ie
International Day of Francophonie
The International Day of Francophonie on Thursday, March 20th aims to celebrate the French language as well as solidarity, equity, peace and cultural diversity. To mark the occasion, a free screening of short films (subtitled in English) will be held at the Sugar Club, on Thursday, March 20th at 6pm, followed by a reception at the Alliance Française. All are welcome. and entry is free subject to registration, by e-mail, to scac@ambafrance.ie or tel: 01-7088308
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