SETU Arena gears up for the GAA World Games 2026
South East Technological University (SETU) is proud to welcome the O’Neills.com GAA World Games 2026 to SETU Arena, as Waterford takes centre stage in the largest ever global celebration of Gaelic games, culture, and community. From 13-17 July, more than 2,000 players from over 100 teams, along with coaches, officials and supporters, will descend on Waterford for five days of Gaelic games. World GAA clubs from every continent will compete in displays of hurling, camogie, Gaelic football, ladies' Gaelic
Inline Hockey Playoffs 2026 Sponsorship
The 2026 All-Ireland Inline Hockey Playoffs are fast approaching, and we are thrilled to invite members of the Waterford Chamber to experience the action at SETU Arena from 19–21 June. To welcome you, we are offering all Chamber members a complimentary pair of weekend passes. To secure your passes, please contact Michael Creane at michael.creane@inlinehockeyireland.org We invite you to discover the fast-paced world of inline hockey and experience how this annual event brings the community together.
Over 1,000 students attend Women in Tech event at SETU
Over 1,000 students attend Women in Tech event at SETU More than 1,000 secondary school students from across the South East attended the sixth annual Women in Tech event at South East Technological University (SETU), highlighting the growing interest in technology careers and the region’s expanding digital sector. Held at SETU Arena in Waterford on Thursday, 12 March, the event brought together students, educators and industry professionals to explore opportunities in areas such as software development,
Ferrybank business wins Senior Student Enterprise Award
Ferrybank business wins Senior Student Enterprise Award Teenage Dirtbag from Abbey Community College wins Best Senior Student Enterprise in Waterford and qualifies for the National Student Enterprise Finals. Joining the Ferrybank business is Sweeteners from Mercy Convent secondary school, who won Best Junior Student Enterprise. The county final took place on Wednesday March 11th at the SETU Arena where Deputy Mayor, Cllr. John Pratt presented the awards to the winners. Co-ordinated by the Local
SETU, WWETB, and Waterford City and County Council champion Education for Sustainable Development as
SETU, WWETB, and Waterford City and County Council champion Education for Sustainable Development as UNESCO Learning City This week, Waterford UNESCO Learning City welcomed delegates from across the island of Ireland for a landmark ‘Shared Island’ event focused on education for sustainable development (ESD). The event forms part of the collaborative efforts of Southeast Technological University (SETU), Waterford City and County Council, and Waterford and Wexford Education and Training Board (WWETB),
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SETU to host sixth annual Women in Technology event
SETU to host sixth annual Women in Technology event South East Technological University’s (SETU) sixth annual Women in Technology event will bring together role models from industry and academia to challenge perceptions of technology and encourage more young women to consider careers in the sector. The event at SETU Arena in Waterford, on Thursday, 12 March, aims to grow young women’s understanding of technology and demonstrate the career paths open to them in computing. Building on the success of last
CALMAST Talk on Studying and Careers in Engineering at Toys4Engineers
Thinking about a future in Engineering?CALMAST is hosting a FREE talk on “Studying and Careers in Engineering” at Toys4Engineers! When: Thursday, 2nd OctoberTime: 5:00 – 6:30pmVenue: SETU ArenaCost: FREE This session is perfect for 4th-6th year students (and their parents!) who want to learn more about the exciting opportunities in engineering, from study paths to future careers. Before the talk, come along earlier in the day to explore the Toys4Engineers exhibitions – packed with cutting-edge technology,
