Trinity College Dublin

Michael Coey wins the Royal Irish Academy Gold Medal

Photo courtesy of the Royal Irish Academy website: www.ria.ie

On the 2nd of November 2005, Michael Coey was awarded one of two inaugural Gold Medal of the Royal Irish Academy by President Mary McAleese. The medals are intended to recognize Ireland's leading contributors to the world of learning. The other prize winner was Professor John Dillon, also of Trinity College.

The official press release from the RIA can be viewed here.

In honour of the occasion, a reception was held in Trinity College for the two medal winners. The photos may be viewed here.

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