Clonmel student has received a STEM scholarship from Johnson & Johnson

Saoirse Kinsella - Tipp Recipient of STEM Scholarship Photo Courtesy of AM O'Sullivan PR Ltd.

A Clonmel student at UCC has received a STEM scholarship from Johnson & Johnson.

Saoirse Kinsella, who is studying Chemistry with Forensic Science, is one of 16 UCC students who received a scholarship at a ceremony at the Janssen Sciences site in Ringaskiddy. 

She will receive a student award, industry mentoring, and leadership training.

Saoirse will also have opportunity to attend career workshops, visit Johnson & Johnson headquarters, and take part in Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math events.

The Johnson & Johnson WISTEM program recognises STEM talent in women and aims to encourage females to pursue STEM careers.