Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Colleagues

Elke Eichelmann: I joined UCD in 2018 as an Assistant Professor/Lecturer in the School of Biology and Environmental Science. I am currently the Programme Director of the online programme in Environmental Sustainability. My research interests are in the area of biosphere-atmosphere exchange of greenhouse gases and other trace gases. Outside of academic work I have been involved with campus groups that promote mental health and emotional support for students in the past, as well as with groups that support diversity and equity in science. I am an outdoorsy person and enjoy exploring Ireland on foot as much as I can. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)elke.eichelmann@ucd.ie

Graeme Warren: I have worked in the UCD School of Archaeology since 2002, including being Head of School 2016-2020. My research focuses on prehistoric hunter-gatherers and long-term histories of landscapes. Originally from England, I now live in Wicklow Town with my wife, two teenage daughters and an excessive number of cats. I am a mountain runner, enjoy cooking and sharing a range of nerdy interests with my family. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)graeme.warren@ucd.ie

Nadia Clarkin: I have worked in UCD since 2008 and am currently a Student Adviser to the Sutherland School of Law and the Michael Smurfit Graduate School of Business. Prior to this I worked as a researcher in an independent research consultancy exploring the areas of stress at work, health promotion at work and technological solutions for people with disabilities and other marginalised groups. My professional interests include the personal and professional development of others through mentoring and coaching. Outside of work, I love travelling, cooking, reading and broadening my knowledge on a wide variety of topics through podcasts and other media. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)nadia.clarkin@ucd.ie

Susi Geiger: I am a Full Professor in the College of Business, where I have worked since 2001, and the PI of a research team of 7 researchers in an ERC project called MISFIRES. My research interest revolves around addressing issues of fairness and justice in  markets, especially healthcare. I am particularly concerned with access to medicines and healthcare services, including mental health services. I have previously acted as an AURORA mentor and run a module on service learning. Outside academia, I am a member of Access to Medicines Ireland, where I campaign for accessible healthcare for all. I do Yoga, tango occasionally with UCD Staff Tango, run and read – if I'm not backpacking somewhere in the world with my family. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)susi.geiger@ucd.ie

Ronan O'Rourke: I have been at UCD since June 2019 working in the Student Recruitment Unit. I completed an M. Ed. in Counselling Psychology and a C.A.G.S in Athletic Counselling during my time at Springfield College in Massachusetts where I also worked for five years with the Men's Soccer Program. I have a great love for sports of all kinds in particular Liverpool FC, the Irish National teams, and Leinster Rugby. I also possess a passion for music, films and general wellbeing. A fun fact about me is that I grew up in Brussels, Belgium. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)ronan.orourke@ucd.ie

Deirdre O'Connor: I am currently a Lecturer in Resource Economics in the Faculty of Agriculture and Food Science at UCD, teaching across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.  My main research interests are in the area of Rural Development and Food Policy. I very much enjoy the international dimension of my work and have held visiting academic positions in universities in Italy, Japan and Australia. I’m interested in issues of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and am involved in a number of related committees/initiatives within UCD. My main hobbies are ceramics, cookery, reading and travel. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)deirdre.oconnor@ucd.ie 

Michelle Coen: I currently work as a Career & Skills Consultant at the UCD Careers Network. I teach Career Readiness modules, facilitate workshops & events and meet students on a 1:1 basis in relation to career related topics. I completed my Bachelor of Social Science (Hons) Degree at UCD and have also completed a Postgraduate Higher Diploma in Human Resource Management. I am a qualified Life Coach and am currently completing a Postgraduate Higher Diploma in Career Education, Information and Guidance at the University of Warwick. I am keen to promote positive mental health at UCD and to support my UCD colleagues in any way I can. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)michelle.coen@ucd.ie 

Peadar O'Gaora: I was born into the 1960’s diaspora, grew up in Dublin and rejoined the diaspora in the 1980’s. During my time away from Ireland I worked in the USA and UK. I am a Microbiologist by training but took a year out to study for an MSc in Computer Science when genome sequencing became feasible. I returned to Dublin to an academic position in UCD in 2004 and I am currently a staff member in the School of Biomolecular and Biomedical Sciences. I enjoy most sports as a spectator, but my physical exertions are mostly confined to cycling and occasionally playing golf poorly but enthusiastically. Other than that, for the past 20 years my wife and I have run an unpaid taxi service for 2 exclusive clients. I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)peadar.ogaora@ucd.ie

Delia Pearlman: I am currently Administrator Officer for Global Engagement. I support the VP of Global Engagement and Senior members of the team including Strategy Implementation. I also provide secretariat support for various committees including the University Management Team subgroup, the Global Engagement Group (GEG). Amongst my interests are cooking, gardening, health, wellbeing, and nutrition. If you wish to talk with me confidentially you can contact me at: (opens in a new window)delia.pearlman@ucd.ie

Barbara Cantwell: I joined UCD School of Medicine in 1996 and am the Administration Manager of the Merrion Campus Team,  which incorporates St. Vincent’s University Hospital, St. Colmcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown and St. Michael’s Hospital, Dun Laoghaire. Our medical students rotate through all the clinical sites until they graduate as NCHD’s. I am involved in all aspects of their wellbeing whilst in the hospitals right up to their graduation. My main interests are golf, travel and reading.  If you wish to contact me in confidence my email address is: (opens in a new window)barbara.cantwell@ucd.ie 

Neil Clancy: I have been working in UCD since March 2016 within the Human Resources Department, I graduated with a BBS from University of Limerick in 2003 and I have been working in the area of Human Resources since then. Originally from Limerick I now call Dublin home, my hobbies include running, rugby hurling and dogs, I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)neil.clancy@ucd.ie 

Mary Bushe: I began working in UCD in 1998, as a Post Doc in Medicine & Therapeutics. I joined the Examinations Office in 2000 and have been there ever since. I have 3 sons and 7 grandchildren (5 in Oz and 2 in Ireland). I have a dog and 2 cats.  My hobbies include dancing – UCD Staff Tango. I am also a member of the UCD Community Choir. I am a Buddy for the Buddy System in Registry (providing support to new members of staff). I am described as easy going and positive. I enjoy talking with people and have a genuine interest in providing support. If you want to chat with me, in confidence, I can be contacted at: (opens in a new window)mary.bushe@ucd.ie