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Here you will find everything you need to keep you in touch with SCHM alumni news, your old classmates and any academic queries you might have. All alumni are ‘members’ – you can sign in above to update your details, search for classmates or alumni by country, access memorabilia…
If you are moving country or thinking of further study – the Academic Records tab should have all the information and links you require. Alumni Chapters, News, Jobs and Events are also listed above so feel free to look around.
For login issues or any other questions you might have, use the ‘Ask’ bubble below or email the Alumni Office who will be glad to help.
Alumni Ball 2020 – CANCELLED
Another victim of the global pandemic, we have reluctantly cancelled this year’s annual celebration.
We look forward to all meeting up at a future event – whenever and wherever!
The first Alumni event of 2020 took place in O’Brien’s Pub & Restaurant in Midtown, NY and and there was another special event in Claridge’s Hotel for the first London event of 2020. More details and lots of photos of both events available >> here.
Shannon College of Hotel Management is now open for applications for the September 2020 intake of the MSc in Business and Hospitality. For more details click here
Graduates
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Academic Transcripts
The Academic Administration office can assist with queries about Academic Transcripts and results.
Chapters
There are a number of Alumni Chapters all over the world and these Chapters regularly meet up.
Memory Lane
A constantly updated archive of memories from your college days – photos and memorabilia.
Jobs Board
Latest Jobs
Director of Sales – Dublin
Director of Sales reporting into a Commercial Director based in Dublin, starting mid summer, with interviews being held now. They are looking for an individual in a senior corporate sales role with an expansive network and must be based in Dublin already. For further information, please contact >> Dermot Herlihy.
Group Sales and Marketing Manager – O’Donoghue Ring Hotels, Co. Kerry
O’Donoghue Ring Hotels is a collection of family owned luxury Kerry hotels which include the 4 *Killarney Plaza Hotel, 4 *The Killarney Avenue Hotel, 4 *The Killarney Towers Hotel and 3* The River Island Hotel in Castle island. They are now hiring for a Group Sales and Marketing Manager. The main responsibilities of this role are: To lead the Sales […]
General Manager – The Ashling Hotel, Dublin
The chance to be a part of something special has arisen at The Ashling Hotel. Our award winning 225-bedroom hotel is currently recruiting for a General Manager to join our amazing Team. We are looking for a business leader, with responsibility for maximizing performance of the operation, including guest satisfaction, employee engagement, financial performance, sales and revenue. With an excellent […]
Corporate Sales Manager – Camden Court Hotel, Dublin
Camden Court Hotel is an upscale 4-star hotel located in the heart of Dublin city centre and beside the Harcourt financial hub. The hotel boasts 251 well-appointed guest rooms including 2 deluxe suites. An exceptional base for residential conferences and meetings, with a conference centre that comfortably caters for up to 250 delegates. Dublin Airport is a 30-minute drive away […]
Event Administrator – Kilshane House, a Special Event Venue in Tipperary
If you have an outgoing friendly personality, genuinely enjoy dealing with people, sharp administration skills, and can think on your feet, then working in a busy environment where no two days are the same may be for you. You must have a professional appearance and be focused on providing excellent customer service. You must be intuitive, confident, upbeat, able to […]
News Articles
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Alumni COVID weekly chats
Just after COVID-19 bacame a stark reality in Europe, Marjorie Sundström (2012) suggested that alumni should have an online chat to discuss all things COVID and on March 20th, we had our chat on MS Teams. We averaged 20-25 attendees that day with alumni ranging from the 1970’s up to graduates from the week before in 2020 and from Asia […]
#HospitalityFeedTheHeroes
At the start of May, Shannon College launched a campaign for #HospitalityFeedTheHeroes. We decided to raise funds for an Irish COVID-19 related charity. In an effort to support Irish frontline heroes whilst also supporting the hospitality industry, we linked up with #FeedTheHeroes for our campaign. #FeedTheHeroes worked with local Food suppliers to provide nourishing and essential meals to all frontline […]
Alan Howell (1990) RIP
The Class of 1990 were devastated to learn that they lost another beloved classmate on June 3rd 2020 when Alan Howell passed away peacefully after a very brave battle. Alan is remembered as a music loving gentleman who was always in the middle of every party. Driving his mum’s Mini features in many SCHM stories and the speech his dad […]
Conor Britton (1976) RIP
The Class of 1976 were shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Conor Britton in March 2020. Many hospitality staff throughout the county will remember the Rossnowlagh man fondly as “the person in charge” of the Cert Hotel School which took place every Winter in Bundoran’s Great Northern Hotel. He also worked in a managerial position in the […]
Paul Carty (1980) – retires from the Guinness Storehouse
As the legendary Paul Carty (1980) prepares to retire from the Guinness Storehouse 21 million visitors and 20 years later – his contribution to Irish Tourism can’t be underestimated. Everything that the Guinness Storehouse had achieved is through his leadership and kindness – his warmth and sincerity shines through at every meeting. He recently oversaw the opening of the New Gravity Bar and if […]
Peter Stack (1995), Amaris Hospitality CEO is awarded Institute of Hospitality Fellowship
Peter Stack (Class of 1995) and Amaris Hospitality CEO has been honoured by peers and welcomed as an Institute of Hospitality Fellow, in recognition of his contribution to the Irish and UK hospitality sector. The fellowship award acknowledges the importance and expertise of the most senior members of the hospitality, leisure and tourism industries, in over 100 countries worldwide. Peter, […]
Events
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January 2020 – O’Briens Pub and Restaurant
Almost 30 alumni descended on Des O’Brien’s pub in Midtown, NY for the very first alumni event of 2020. Apart from those based in NY – it was great to see those who travelled to attend – notably Ricardo Bowleg from Jamaica and Darina O’Dowd-Padian from Texas! A big welcome to Hugh O’Donovan (1976) also who was attending his first […]
January 2020 Get Together
The London Chapter Alumni event to coincide with the 2020 Viva Voce interviews was amazing in both turnout and venue ⭐️ Once again Eugene Leonard (2002) and Jim Lyons (2008) hosted a magnificent gathering in Claridge’s – thank you both so much. Your generosity as hosts for the 3rd time is so appreciated. Thank you to everyone for turning out […]
London Get Together – October 2019
Corrigan’s Mayfair Monday October 14th 2019 was a good day!! True Irish Hospitality from Corrigans in Mayfair for the London Chapter get together, stunning setting, great food and not an empty glass in sight. Thank you to 50+ alumni for coming out great to see the #ShannonFamily #SCHM #LondonAlumni #CorrigansMayfair #DickiesBar #IrishHospitality (📸 cred @feck_dog) and thank you as always to […]
Scottish Chapter Get together – July 2019
Thank you so much to Kieran Quinn (2001) for hosting a Get Together for Scottish Alumni and to all who supported the event! A quality turnout 😉
January 2017 – Irish Embassy Event
Such a special evening at the alumni event in the Irish Embassy – hosted by Ambassador Dan Mulhall and organised by the London Chapter – in particular Edward Bracken (1992).
London Get Together – July 2019
A great turnout for this Summer’s London get together. Over 60 alumni and final year students ventured from W1 to Shoreditch to our very generous hosts – Goose Island Brewpub. Amazing craft beers and pizza led us into the twilight. (📸cred: @feck_dog ) Thanks to Cian Brock (2013) for organising , Laura Dowling (2011) and Goose Island Brewpub for hosting and […]
