The International Office of Mary Immaculate College bagged the International Engagement Award at the Education Awards 2026, recognised for a coordinated, inclusive approach to global engagement spanning partnerships, mobility, recruitment, funding, and student support that delivered measurable impact for students and the wider education community. The win sets a strong benchmark for international engagement practice across Ireland's higher education sector, demonstrating the standard of strategic coordination, outreach excellence, and evidenced impact that future entrants in the category will be expected to match.