Episode 2 of 2
Opening of Lectures
- When
- 3 November 1854
- Where
- Dublin, Ireland
Lectures commenced on 3 November 1854, the feast of St Malachy, with seventeen students registered, the first being Daniel O'Connell.
The university opened its doors on the feast of St Malachy. The first registered student was Daniel O'Connell, grandson of the notable Catholic politician. This marked the beginning of academic operations at the newly established institution in Dublin.
Sources
- Catholic University of Ireland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-17
- University College Dublin Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-05
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