ATU CLUBS & SOCIETIES

Below is just a taste of the variety of events and festivals which take place in Sligo.

EVENT DATE

Strandhill Peoples Market Weekly

Sligo Farmers Market Weekly

So Funny Comedy Festival February

St. Patricks Day Parade March

Hazelwood Fun Run April

Wild Roots Festival June

Wild Atlantic Shanty Festival June

Sligo County Fleadh June

Cairde Sligo Arts Festival July

World Sailing Championships July

Sligo Jazz Project July

Sligo Rally Stages July

Black Pig Festival July

Sligo Pride Festival August

Hagstravaganza August

Yeats Summer School August

Warriors Run August

Joining a club or society is a great way to meet people with similar interests, try out something new or pursue your passion. We encourage students to join at least one club or society, and with a huge variety to choose from, ATU has something for everyone. The wide section on offer cover everything from Frisbee to Fine Art and Music to Motorsport!. Also, new clubs and societies are formed every year which means you can even start your own.

Below are just some of the Clubs and Societies in ATU

University life is more than just study. It is also about having fun and making friends. Clubs and Societies play a big role in this. Joining one can often be the start of a new passion or a lifelong friendship. Clubs and Societies Days are held across our campuses early in the university year. This is an opportunity to sign up to as many of them as you like. ATU subsidise clubs and societies so that they are free, as are most of the activities they offer.

Sligo’s thriving culinary scene ensures there is something to suit every taste and budget - from sushi, vegan and tapas to Mexican, Italian and Thai. There are nightlife options for every mood, so whether you are looking for a traditional Irish pub or a trendy cocktail bar, a live music venue or an energetic nightclub, you will find it here. A ten-screen cinema has all the latest blockbusters whilst The Hawk’s Well Theatre, The Model and The Factory host a diverse range of arts and entertainment weekly. For the shopping enthusiast, independent shops are nestled in between popular high street brands, catering for everything from clothes to computers and vintage to vinyl. Famous for its connection to W.B. Yeats, Sligo is also home to a range of literary and cultural options. World class beaches at Strandhill and Rosses Point or the tranquil beauty of Lough Gill, provide the perfect place to get away from it all. Sligo’s rural landscape includes the worldfamous Benbulben Mountain, the Queen Maeve trail on Knocknarea, woodland walks such as Hazelwood and Slish Wood, megalithic sites in Carrowkeel, the beautiful wilderness of the Ox Mountains and so much more.

Sligo has some of Ireland’s most a ordable student accommodation

With a diverse and plentiful range of options available, Sligo has the perfect accommodation to suit every individual. The cost of student accommodation is also much more affordable than many of Ireland’s other university towns and cities, with this also reflected in the cost of living. There are ten purpose-built student villages in Sligo, all within easy access of both campuses. Some student villages offer a laundry service, whilst others have smart TV’s and free Netflix.

Digs accommodation is popular with students moving away from home for the first time, as they live with a local family and all meals are provided. With an excellent selection of private apartments and houses, private rental is popular with students wishing to live with friends. Whilst most students live close to campus, some choose the hustle and bustle of Sligo town centre or the stunning natural beauty of Strandhill and Rosses Point.

STUDENT VILLAGES

Gateway - www.gatewayapartments.ie

Ard Nua - www.ardnua.com

Uni Rooms @ Ard Nua - www.unirooms.ie

Yeats Village - www.yeatsvillage.net

Benbulben Court Apartments - www.benbulbencourt.ie

Clarion Village - www.thevillageclarion.com

The Grove Student Complex - www.thegrovesligo.ie Milligan Court - www.milligancourt.ie

Lake Isle Luxury Apartments - www.lila.ie

St. Angela’s Lakeside Aparthotel - www.sala.ie

Sligo Baroque Festival September

Sligo Live October

ATU Halloween Haunting October

Spilt Milk Festival November

Christmas Markets December

E-Sports Society

*Clubs and Societies available will vary across individual campuses

What does your club do? E-sports is a special branch of digital gaming which plays competitively, commonly for rewards in tournaments, region-wide or world-wide titles. Who is it for? This society is a space if you're looking for digital gaming in any way.

How often do you meet? Twice a week. Both online and on campus, normally with on campus meet ups being something casual for trying new things.

How much do members pay? It is completely free.

Harry Potter Society

What does your club do? We meet regularly to chat and share all things on Harry Potter. We plan lots of exciting events like a Sorting Hat Ceremony, Annual Christmas Yule Ball, Harry Potter movie and book days, Harry Potter themed activity days and lots more.

Who is it for? Anyone with a love and interest for Harry Potter. How often do you meet? Once a week.

How much do members pay? It’s free.

International Society

What does your club do? The aim of the society is to get to know the different cultures we have in university, go on amazing trips and play lots of fun games.

Who is it for? A society where everyone is welcome.

How often do you meet? At least once a week.

How much do members pay? It is completely free

Chess Club

What does your club do? We meet up together to play chess, learn chess and socialise. Our players have all improved their knowledge of chess. We also hold chess tournaments in the university.

Who is it for? Anyone interested in chess, no matter what level they play at.

How often do you meet? Twice a week.

How much do members pay? It is completely free.

Tea Society

What does your society do? The aim of the Tea Society is to provide a space for students to hang out and chat over a hot beverage. Sweet treats are also on the agenda. Who is it for? The society is open to everyone. Some people may find it challenging to get involved with a sports club or special interest society, so this is the perfect solution.

How often do you meet? Once or twice a week.

How much do members pay? The Tea Society is free.

Agricultural Science Society

What does your club do? The aim of the society is to bring agricultural science students or any student with an interest in agriculture closer together through meetings, events, trips, a charity ball and much more.

Who is it for? Anyone interested in Agriculture - farmers or not!

How often do you meet? Once a month

How much do members pay? It is free.