Carlow College hailed as ‘Jewel in the crown’ of education in the region by Minister of State and Carlow Kilkenny TD Jennifer Murnane O’Connor

Carlow College St Patrick’s has been hailed ‘a jewel in the crown’ of education in the region.

We revealed yesterday how the long-standing local facility will officially become part of South East Technological University following a two-year transition period aimed at protecting students and safeguarding the future educational use of the historic campus.

Current students will be supported through to Graduation.

Stay tuned to hear Minister James Lawless discuss the topic on The KCLR Daily (10am-1pm).

Minister of State and Carlow Kilkenny TD Jennifer Murnane O’Connor told KCLR News’ Martin Quilty that the agreement secures the long-term future of the site, describing Carlow College as “a jewel in the crown” of education in the region;