Kildare student presented with DCU scholarship in memory of journalist Veronica Guerin

Aoife Kane from Caragh, a former student of Piper’s Hill College who recently graduated from Dublin City University with an MA in Journalism, was presented with the Veronica Guerin Washington Memorial Scholarship.
Pictured (L-R): Gay White, Trustee, DCU Educational Trust, Aoife Kane, Alex Cunningham, Professor Dáire Keogh, President of DCU.
Credit: Kyran O’Brien

Kildare student Aoife Kane was presented with a scholarship award by Dublin City University at a ceremony to celebrate memorial and endowed scholarships on Wednesday 6th November.

In total, 51 students received awards named in honour of individuals and organisations who have played a leading role in the life of Dublin City University and in wider Irish society. 

Aoife Kane from Caragh, a former student of Piper’s Hill College who recently graduated from Dublin City University with an MA in Journalism, was presented with the Veronica Guerin Washington Memorial Scholarship.

The scholarship was established by DCU’s School of Communications and Mediahuis Ireland (formerly Independent News & Media) in memory of investigative journalist Veronica Guerin. The scholarship allows two DCU journalism students to complete their work experience placements in the United States with the Washington Bureau of Arizona State University’s Cronkite School of Journalism.

Speaking at the event, Declan Raftery of DCU Educational Trust commented: “Memorial and endowed scholarships make an enduring contribution to the University’s mission to transform lives and societies. By creating opportunities for doctoral research that tackles some of the world’s most pressing challenges, and opening a door for talented students to excel, these scholarships are supporting more DCU students to make their mark on the world. We are proud to honour those who created these scholarships, and our friends and loved ones who are remembered through them.”

The 51 scholarship recipients were selected based on different criteria, depending on the wishes of those who created the scholarship. These include undergraduate students supported by DCU’s Access Programme, postgraduate students in the fields of cancer research, education, law and journalism, and students with outstanding sporting and academic achievements.