"I am thrilled to be appointed inaugural president of Munster Technological University. On 1 January 2021, the culmination of many years of planning, preparation and hard work will come together as Munster Technological University comes into existence. MTU’s mission is to lead change and, through education, empower people for a successful future in a globalised world. I look forward to working with my MTU colleagues at this exciting and profoundly important time for staff, students, and all stakeholders to maximise the opportunities of a Technological University to bring educational, economic and social benefit to the region for generations to come."