Mature Students Society

Mature Student Society

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What is the Mission of the Mature Student Society?
to guide, support and connect mature students with each other and assist in the transition into the college life. To ensure that social gatherings and events are tailored to the needs. preferences and wants of the majority.
When were you set up?
Shauna set up the society in 2021 when she was the Mature Student Officer and kept it up and running while she acted in both roles of Chair and Officer. Upon her departure from College, she handed the rains over to Rachael (24/25 Mature Student Officer) and Rosie (Mature Student Society Chair 24/25) and aided when needed in the background.
What is the Vision of the MSS?
to connect mature students so that they can make those long-lasting friendships one makes in college.
What is the Mature Student Society?
The Mature Student Society (M.S.S) is a society where Mature Students and Adult Learns can meet others of similar ages, who are in similar situations in life and to support each other in the transition to college life.
Awards Roll of Honour
2021/2022 ATU Sligo Award: Society of the Year
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About Mature Students Society

The Mature Student Society (M.S.S) is a society where Mature Students and Adult Learns can meet others of similar ages, who are in similar situations in life and to support each other in the transition to college life.

M.S.S Vision: to connect mature students so that they can make those long-lasting friendships one makes in college.

M.S.S Mission: to guide, support and connect mature students with each other and assist in the transition into the college life. To ensure that social gatherings and events are tailored to the needs. preferences and wants of the majority.

Open this link to join my WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JfZsPn65WNe01h9q2itHXo

Once in, you can join the chat room "Somewhere us Matures can Chat" where you can communicate with all other members of the society, and the Photo Dump room "Photo Dump for Mature Student Society events and Friendship Memories" where you can share images taken of events and friendships made that we can share on our social media accounts. 

Meet the Mature Student Society Committee:



Name: Lana Lisman

Course: Business and ICT

Role on Committee: Secretary

3 fun facts about yourself:

Globetrotter: I love traveling and have a growing collection of fridge magnets from all the amazing places I've visited! Food

Explorer: I'm always on the hunt for new and exciting dishes to try—whether it's a street food stall or a fancy restaurant, I’ll give it a go!

Walking Enthusiast: One of my favorite ways to explore new places is on foot. I believe the best discoveries happen when you're walking through a new city or town!

What your hopes for the Mature Student Society are: I hope the Mature Student Society creates a welcoming space for mature students to connect, grow, and enjoy a balanced university experience through support, learning, and social engagement.

What you hope to provide to the society while in your role: As secretary, I aim to ensure effective communication, maintain organized records, and contribute to a well-structured, inclusive environment that supports the society’s goals and enhances the experience of all members.


Name: Althea Reid

Course: Accounting

Role on Committee: Treasure

3 fun facts about yourself:
- won 2 competition in Toronto one Salsa and One Bachata ladies styling teams

- traveled to at least 3 different continents and 12 counties

- been reading since I was 10 years old anything and everything

What your hopes for the Mature Student Society are: I hope the Mature student Society becomes a place for people to build new friendship in a chapter in their lives and gives the support that they need in their journey.

What you hope to provide to the society while in your role: As treasurer, I am to create a healthy budget for us in order to be able to do new and existing fun activities.

Current Committee 2
Chairperson Rachael O Toole
Treasurer Althea Reid

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