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2026 Arqus Annual Conference

From 8 to 10 July2026

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Type: Engaged Citizens, Networking

Format: Conference

The Arqus Alliance will hold its 6th Annual Conference in Maynooth from 8 to 10 July 2026 under the theme “Voices of impact: Weaving stories across Europe”. The conference is the Arqus community’s annual meeting, bringing together university leaders, students and staff from partner institutions, as well as members of the Arqus International Advisory Board (IAB), colleagues from other alliances, and external experts.

Around 300 people are expected to participate in this major event.

If you are interested in participating, please contact your Institutional Coordinator.

Full programme

8 July

08:00–09:30 | Registration and networking breakfast

09:30 | Opening ceremony

10:15 | Plenary session 1: Personal impact

11:30 | Poster coffee

11:45 | Plenary session 2: Institutional impact

13:00 | Lunch

14:30 | Plenary session 3: Systemic impact

15:45 | Poster coffee

16:10 | Internal meetings

9 July

08:00 | Networking breakfast

09:30 | Plenary session 4: External stakeholder impact

11:00 | Poster coffee

11:40 | Campus exhibition

12:30 | Lunch

13:30 | Awards ceremony and closing session

14:45 | Coffee break

15:30 | Internal meetings

10 July

Internal meetings

 

Accommodation

Our recommendations

Maynooth Campus

Guest rooms at Maynooth Campus range from college rooms to superior rooms with views on south campus or perhaps take yourself back and stay in the Student Accommodation on North Campus which has kitchen facilities. Link

Glenroyal Hotel

The Glenroyal Hotel is a 4-star hotel which offers superb leisure facilities. It is located directly within Maynooth town with our campus just five-minute walk away and the rail station directly opposite the hotel. Link

Lucan Spa Hotel

Only a 20-minute drive from both Dublin Airport and Maynooth University, Lucan Spa Hotel is a great choice for those interested in also visiting Dublin. From MU you can get the 115 which will drop you opposite the hotel. Link

Cartoon House Hotel

Carton House is a 5-start hotel situated minutes away from Maynooth University. Luxury resort with Michelin star restaurants, a spa, parkland, and a golf resort that will ensure each guest has a relaxing and memorable experience. Link

Dublin City

Dublin City Centre is under a one-hour commute by rail or bus. There, you will find a wide range of accommodation options to suit all types of visitors. Please refer to our ‘Getting to Maynooth University’ section for transport options.

How to get to Maynooth

Dublin Airport (DUB) – Maynooth

To note; it is possible to get a visitor leap card when you travel to Ireland; find out more information here and order before you travel to ensure it arrives before you leave to come to Ireland.

https://about.leapcard.ie/leap-visitor-card

By Bus

  • 22 Expressway Ballina* (Drop off beside the Glenroyal Hotel)
  • 23 Expressway Sligo* (Drop off beside the Glenroyal Hotel)

*Please check their timetables to see when they run and book your tickers online when possible.

Multi transport

  • Dublin Express to Wellington Quay transfer to 115 Mullingar to Maynooth University (Drop off at Library).
  • Aircoach 700/700x to Drumcondra train station. Transfer to Maynooth train at Drumcondra Station. (Arrive at train station, 10/15-minute walk to campus).

Taxi

A taxi will cost approximately €50-70 (Duration 40 mins). These are the apps that you can download in advance to order a taxi:

  • Free Now, Lynx, Uber, Bolt, Taxy.

  • Local taxi companies:

    • Express Cabs and Maynooth Cabs (01)6289866
    • Manor Cabs (01)6293596
    • Transfer Crew (083) 1196574 (specific for airport)
    • Major Minor Cabs & Taxis (01)6016160
    • Flood Aidan Taxi (0872591600)
    • Maynooth Cabs Ltd (01)6289999

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