BLACKROCK COLLEGE – ALUMNI

Blackrock occupies a unique place in the national mindset, having become a byword for wealth and privilege in Ireland. Its reputation is due to the extremely long list of distinguished alumni who have achieved greatness and played significant roles in the history of the Irish state. Blackrock’s past pupils include Heads of State, Cabinet Ministers, Bishops, Archbishops, Party Leaders, TDs, Senators, celebrities, and sports stars.

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The Blackrock College Union (Rock Union) is the college’s alumni association and it is one of the most active and engaged alumni associations in the country with regular outings and events. Past pupils are interchangeably referred to as Pastmen or Old Rockmen are invited to join the organisation. The Union works closely with the College and with the Past Parents Association.

It organises a number of reunion events, the biggest fixtures on the calendar being the annual business lunch, the golf outing, and the Pastmen’s retreat. The Union maintains close relations with Blackrock College AFC – the old boys’ soccer club established in 1983, Blackrock College RFC – the old boys’ rugby club that dates back to 1882, and the Blackrock College Bridge Club – founded in 1966 by members of the RFC. The Union also maintains a small merchandise store for past pupils to support. Many pupils and Pastmen alike join the Willow Wheelers Cycling Club (founded in 1989)and take part in the annual charitable bike ride.

Stories of your time at Rock are most welcome and we invited Old Rockmen to share their experiences with us in the comments below.

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