The Liffey Trust is thrilled to share Alan Donnelly, our first inaugural Dr. Séamus McDermott Entrepreneurial Scholar at the University of Galway, has officially graduated with First Class Honours from his BSc in Financial Mathematics & Economics in May 2025.
Alan’s journey perfectly illustrates the power of education and the profound impact of dedicated support. In 2021, he embarked on his academic path at the University of Galway, propelled by the vision of the Dr. Séamus McDermott Entrepreneurial Scholarship. This scholarship isn’t just about financial aid; it aims to ignite a passion for job creation, entrepreneurial development, and lifelong learning in promising young minds.
Speaking on his time at University of Galway, Alan reflected:
“After four incredibly rewarding years, I’ve finished my time at the University of Galway, where I was proud to be a Dr. Séamus McDermott Entrepreneurial Scholar. The support from The Liffey Trust and Dr. McDermott has had a lasting impact on both my academic and personal development. It provided me with opportunities I could never have foreseen and played a major role in shaping the path I’m now on.
This August, I’ll be moving to Chicago to begin a Master’s in Financial Mathematics at the University of Chicago. I’m excited for the challenges ahead and hugely grateful for everything this scholarship made possible.”
This is precisely the kind of ambition and success that The Liffey Trust strives to foster. Alan’s upcoming move to the University of Chicago for his Master’s is a testament to his exceptional talent and the solid foundation built through the scholarship. We are immensely proud to have played a part in enabling such a bright future.
Alan’s story underscores The Liffey Trust’s unwavering commitment to empowering individuals through education, helping them unlock their full potential and contribute meaningfully to society.
Join us in extending a massive congratulations to Alan on his remarkable achievements! We can’t wait to see the incredible things he will accomplish next.