Rockwell College Union

30/01/2026

The Rockwell College Union and in particular Class of 1988 are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Keith McCorry.
Keith attended Rockwell between 1983 and 1988.
During his time in Rockwell he forged lifelong friendships, he was part of the canoe team but like any proud Kilkenny man he was always seen with a hurling stick in his hand. Keith left Rockwell after the leaving cert, walked out the gate turned right and headed for New York, this was to be his home for close to 40 years.
Keith was very close to his friends in the class of 1988. He always made the effort to attend class reunions and impromptu meet ups particularly around All Ireland Weekends. He was instrumental in bringing back the Union New York Dinner in 2023 and then again in 2024. He was such a generous and outgoing character, very much admired by his classmates. He will be deeply missed by all his pals from 1988.

We send our deepest condolences to his wife, Breda; daughter, Kirsten; and son, Hugh along with the wider McCorry family.

25/11/2025

Rockwell College Union business event featured on Evoke.ie! Don’t worry we were on our best behavior… or close enough for the cameras. 😅

https://evoke.ie/2025/11/25/entertainment/rockwell-college-union-event

Over 200 people stepped out to raise a toast to over 65 years of the Rockwell College Union recently at its business event.

17/11/2025

A fantastic evening at the Rockwell College Union Business Event! 🔥
Great turnout, wonderful atmosphere, and plenty of laughter shared among friends and alumni.

Catch up on the photos here https://www.rockwellcollegeunion.com/gallery/business-event-2025

05/11/2025

Tickets for the Rockwell College Union business event now sold out! 🔥

See you on the 14th for what promises to be a great night!

08/10/2025

The Rockwell College Union Business Event is an opportunity for past students, union members across the commercial spectrum to mingle and network.

Taking place Friday 14th November 2025 at Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club, Winton Road , Ranelagh, Dublin 6

Registration opens @ 4.30pm - Dinner 6pm Sharp

Our guest speaker this year is Richie Boucher, Class of 1976

Please note we have moved this year’s location to accommodate more people as we have outgrown our last two locations. This hugely popular event is set to maintain its reputation as a place for both relaxed socialising and building long-lasting professional relationships.

https://www.rockwellcollegeunion.com/shop/p/business-event-2025

Once you check out after purchase, your name will be added to the attendee list - no tickets will be sent out for this event.

Dress Code: Smart

22/09/2025

RIP Stephen ( Jemo) Jameson Class of 1983
Sadly missed by his family and friends.
Having had a very happy and successful scholastic and rugby time at Rockwell as a boarder, and a period playing at Monkstown FC of which he held the happiest of memories, Steve joined St Mary’s College RFC in 1988.........cont.
https://www.rockwellcollegeunion.com/blog/stephen-jameson-class-of-1983-rip

17/09/2025

Union Hike Saturday 20th September 2025

Please join us for the Rockwell College Union Hike

We will be meeting on Saturday 20th September at 10.45am and setting off on the hike at 11am to hike the Devil’s Bit

Further Information:
https://www.rockwellcollegeunion.com/blog/union-hike-saturday-2nd-september-4akel-x9gl5

Meeting Point:
https://goo.gl/maps/hXy3oEo3vJWjWA8k9

23/08/2025

We are sorry to inform everyone of the sudden death of Jim Holmes (Class of 2976) who was Union President 2007/08.
Jim was ever present at Rockwell functions and will be sadly missed by his many circles of friends and colleagues.

The death has occurred of James (Jim) HOLMES of Rathfarnham, Dublin Ireland, on 16/08/2025. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

16/06/2025

The Union Park Run and Dog Walk will take place this Saturday 21st June.
Meeting at the Bandstand in Herbert Park, Dublin 4 at 10am
Coffee hosted by the union afterwards-
Come along and catch up with some of your school mates if you are in the area.

12/05/2025

Hi Folks,
A group of past pupils are organising a fundraising event for much needed scrum machine in Rockwell, if you cannot commit to the playing the golf you might simply just sponsor a tee box for this much needed fundraiser to help buy this machine, a tee box is €50 on this link please
https://forms.office.com/e/wN66EmEC3u

09/05/2025

Last Saturday 3rd May, on a beautiful sunny evening, we gathered in Rockwell for a truly memorable celebration. The event brought together 370 past pupils spanning eight decades, from the 1950s to the 2020s, to celebrate 100 years of the Rockwell College Union. The Main Hall was buzzing during the drinks reception, as Rockwellians from across the generations reconnected and took a trip down memory lane. See some photos from the event below.

https://www.rockwellcollegeunion.com/gallery/may-2025-union-centenary-dinner

26/04/2025

On behalf of the Rockwell College Union, we extend our deepest sympathies to Bronagh English's parents, her siblings, her relatives and all her classmates in the Leaving Cert Class 2025 in Rockwell College. Her loss is felt deeply across the Rockwell College community and among past pupils.
May Bronagh rest in peace.