
Episode #31
€1bn revenues, 40,000 students and a place in the top 100: Orla Feely on running UCD
With over 40,000 students, revenues approaching €1 billion and a place on the list of the top 100 universities in the world, UCD is among Ireland's most recognised institutions. Orla Feely made history when she was named as the university's first female president. Now three years into her tenure, she joins Daniel McConnell to discuss the third-level education crisis, balancing face-time between students and donors and witnessing Ireland's reputation evolve in Silicon Valley. Landing every Thursday morning, The Business Post podcast, hosted by Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer, brings you the best interviews from leading business, political and entertainment figures from Ireland and across the world. Presented and edited by Daniel McConnell and Peter O'Dwyer. Sound by Larry Mockus. Produced by Carolyn Goulden and Tim O'Donovan. Produced and broadcast co-ordination by Sarah McGuinness. Artwork by Garrett Allen.






