UCC scholarship to recognise role of Choctaw Nation in Ireland

The sculpture Kindred Spirits in Midleton, Co Cork, commemorates the generosity of the Choctaw Nation during the Famine. Picture: David Creedon / Anzenberger

A university scholarship in recognition of the solidarity shown by the Choctaw Nation towards the people of Ireland during the Great Famine has been extended for three years.

A scholarship programme for members of the Choctaw community at University College Cork (UCC) has been extended following its pilot phase.