UL student volunteers recognised for outstanding dedication

UL celebrates almost 800 students for their 47,123 hours of registered volunteer work

Oluwadara Alabi, Nigeria; Óran Fleming, Limerick; Sean Byrnes, Limerick; Jack Comber, Limerick; and Cora Rooney, Donegal. Picture: Alan Place

Students at University of Limerick contributed almost 50,000 hours of volunteer work in their local communities over the past year, described as a ‘profoundly rewarding experience’.

In a ceremony held as part of the 2025 UL President’s Volunteer Award, 797 students from across the University were recognised for their individual contributions to a combined 47,123 hours of registered volunteer work.