Dublin Staff

CEA believes it is very important to have a resident staff that works to ensure the well being of all CEA students. Our Campus Director in Ireland, Francis Kelly, and his staff in Dublin will:

• Be available to assist you with any difficulties or questions that may arise during your program
• Act as a liaison between you and the administration of the host institution
• Help you make a smooth transition into Irish culture and educational system
• Closely monitor your academic progress
• Organize a wide range of social and cultural activities

Questions about the staff in Ireland? Email .

Meet the Dublin Staff

Francis Kelly Campus Director

Darragh O Briain Assistant Academic Dean

Here's what Francis has to say about Dublin

Over the past twenty years that I’ve lived in Dublin, I have been seduced by and finally succumbed to the charms of Dublin. It’s a very special place.

One of the first things you notice about Dublin is you can always see the sky. The buildings are low enough to allow natural light to permeate the entire city. And as the weather in Ireland is ever-changing, the light in Dublin is ever-changing, too.

Green spaces abound where people just stroll and relax. St. Stephen’s Green, Merrion Square, and the Phoenix Park are like oases in the city. Water, too, is always close by. The river and the sea are never more than a short walk away.

Visually, Dublin has been marked by a whole series of eras and styles. It manages to blend these different styles into something harmonious. The Georgian buildings of the 18th century, with their characteristic colored front doors, don’t seem out of place in a city that has now grown to include some amazing modern structures and developments. The huge Millennium Spire on Dublin’s main street sits comfortably next to the General Post Office, which is almost 200 years old.

Visitors often remark how friendly the locals are. Though Dublin is a major capital city, it still has that small town feel about it. People stop and chat, and it’s not unusual to meet someone you know on the street.

Asking for directions in Dublin usually results in more than a brief reply. So don’t be surprised if the person you ask takes you by the hand and shows you the way! Don’t be surprised either if a stranger speaks to you in the street or in a pub. He’s just being friendly!

Yes, Dublin has seduced me and I hope it seduces you too!