The report sets out 25 practical recommendations to support the development of a bilingual campus
President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, has today launched a new research report on the status of the Irish language at Maynooth University.
The report, titled "Ár gCampas, Ár dTeanga" (Our Campus, Our Language), presents the findings of a large-scale study to examine staff and students’ ability in, use of, and attitudes towards Irish across the University
The research involved over 3,000 participants, and is said to provide an important baseline for language planning at Maynooth University in the coming years.
The key findings of the report include:
- 90% of respondents believe Irish should be promoted on campus
- Strong levels of Irish proficiency among staff and students, much of it currently underused
- Clear demand for more Irish-language learning opportunities and services
The report sets out 25 practical recommendations to support the development of a bilingual campus.
Speaking at the launch, President of Ireland Catherine Connolly said: “May I offer my heartfelt congratulations to Dr Joe Simpson for undertaking this very important study. May I further congratulate all those who participated in the survey, conducted as part of the study, for the insights which they have given into the current status of the Irish language in Maynooth University and for clarifying the future possibilities for the University as a bilingual campus.
"It is clear from the study that there is significant goodwill in the University towards the Irish language, but also that there are practical challenges ahead. The recommendations which have arisen from the completion of this survey offer a source of hope which, when implemented, will strengthen and benefit the language on campus.
"May I offer my best wishes to all at Maynooth University as you develop this vision of bilingualism.”
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