School Executive Committee
The School Executive Committee brings together senior academic and administrative leadership to set the strategic direction of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy.
The Committee provides oversight and governance across the School, ensuring its effective running across teaching, research and administration. Its remit covers academic standards, resource allocation and strategic planning, with members drawn from senior leadership across the School's four departments and professional services. The Committee meets regularly throughout the academic year to review priorities, address emerging issues, and guide decision-making at School level.
Professor Paul O'Grady
Head of School | Committee Chair Philosophy
Ms Olive Donnelly
School Manager | School of Social Sciences and Philosophy
Professor Constantine Boussalis
Head of the Department of Political Science
Professor Elaine Moriarty
Head of the Department of Sociology (on leave)
Professor Michelle Darcy
Director of Research | Department of Political Science
Dr Paul Scanlon
Director of Teaching and Learning (Undergraduate) | Department of Economics
Dr Noah Buckley
Director of Teaching and Learning (Postgraduate) | Department of Political Science
Professor Camilla Devitt
Co-Director of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion | Department of Sociology
Dr David Ralph
Co-Director of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion | Department of Sociology
Dr Lisa Keenan
Director of External Relations | Department of Political Science
Ms Natasha Halpin
Professional Staff Representative | School of Social Sciences and Philosophy
Vacant
Postgraduate Convenor
Vacant
Undergraduate Convenor