History of the Society Part 1Chronology

1980: Founding of UCC GaySoc

1 July 1980: Cathal Kerrigan begins term as General Secretary of Students Union.

7 Nov.1980: Cathal attends inaugural Grad’s Ball accompanied by his lover Mairtín.

29 Nov. 1980: Philosoph Debate:
“That this house supports the Establishment of a College Gaysoc by the Students Union” - GaySoc founded immediately after debate.

January 1981: Joint Board rejects application for recognition of GaySoc.


1989: Recognition of Lesbian & Gay Support Group

February 1988: SU President & Rights Officer help revive the GaySoc.

October 1988: Re-convened GaySoc decides to campaign for recognition.

February 1989: Clubs & Societies Guild vote 9-1 in favour of recognition.

March 1989: Students Union Executive votes unanimously to support application.

16 Mar 1989: Joint Board votes 4-2 in favour of recognition.

14 April 1989: Academic Council votes 27-7 in favour of recognition.

25 April 1989: Governing Body of UCC votes 13-7 in favour of recognition!