Travel
Experiencing the dam
The ins and outs of Amsterdam in Winter. Read more…
Month: December 2015
National News
93 per cent of student nurses thinking abroad
A recent survey by the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has revealed that 93 per cent of student nurses are considering emigrating upon receiving their nursing degree. Read more…
Other Sports
Johnson inspires second half Saints comeback
DCU Saints 73 UCD Marian 70 Basketball Ireland Men’s Premier League Saturday November 21st, 2015. DCU Saints came from 12 points down to win their first game of the season in a valiant second half Read more…
Articles
Ladies triumph over UL to claim final spot
DCU: 2-11 UL: 2-6 Thursday November 26th, 2015. DCU’s ladies Gaelic Football team qualified for the Division One final following a hard-fought semi-final win over the University of Limerick at St Clare’s in a 2-11 Read more…
Articles
Mo thaithí ar Erasmus
Ní raibh sé i gconaí ar intinn agam an bhliain ‘Erasmus’ a dhéanamh. Bhí a fhios agam go mbeadh sé úsáideach domsa, ach theastaigh uaim mo chéim sa Ghaeilge agus sa Fhraincis a dhéanamh chomh Read more…
Articles
Street Fashion with DCU Style
DCU Style hunt down the most stylish students on campus. Read more…
University News
DCU make top 50 young universities list
“The ranking has a significant impact on our ability to develop international partnerships and to attract international students and staff to DCU,” said DCU President, Brian MacCraith.
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Political
DCU group seek referendum on eighth amendment
A movement has been established by DCU students seeking to formally renew Students’ Union (SU) support for the repeal of the eight amendment.
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The Hype
REVIEW: Swan Lake at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre
Michelle Townsend reviews the Perm State Ballet Company’s production of Swan Lake in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre on the 22nd of November 2015. Read more…
DCU News
Student accommodation building plans scrapped
The building of a 970 bedroom student accomodation complex in the Docklands is to be suspended pending a planning review.
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News
Ógra Fianna Fail bite back at USI
Ógra Fianna Fail have strongly refuted the Union of Students in Ireland’s (USI) claims that their student loan proposal would “desecrate” Ireland. Read more…
Features
Books have a future, but not in storytelling
A company called Books by the Foot has emerged and it allows buyers to purchase a linear foot of books at a set price to match the interior design of their chosen room. You select a broad subject and the colour you want and then the company chooses the books to complete your collection. Read more…
Opinion
The retaliation cycle keeps on spinning
Following the horror of the Paris attacks, Aidan Delaney asks if retaliating with more violence is really the answer. Read more…
News Features
LinkedIn: The new way to network
For students LinkedIn is an important tool to help connect with potential employers post-graduation. LinkedIn is like an online CV which gives users a platform to share work experience and engage on a professional level with connections. It allows you to personalise your profile to list skills and achievements, which can then be endorsed by your connections. Read more…
DCU News
Two DCU students receive Intel’s Women in Technology Scholarship
Two DCU students were among the 17 women who were awarded a scholarship for their achievements in technology at a ceremony on November 18th. Read more…
Articles
Give a little more this Christmas
Not everyone will be spoiled rotten this Christmas. Read more…
Music
The Genesis of Grimes
In the wake of the new Grimes album Art Angels, Rebecca Keane gives us an overview of the Canadian artist’s career so far Read more…
Opinion
Women’s problems are so much greater than deciding what to wear
Cliona Nic Dhomhaill talks about how modern feminism often undermines some of the struggles facing women around the world. Read more…
Debate
Victoria’s not so secret lack of diversity
why do Victoria’s Secret feel comfortable taking inspiration from classic African designs and imagery but yet do not feel any obligation to feature more women in their show who could actually represent these cultures? Read more…
Articles
Gaeilge gan stró, Gaeilge i ngnó.
Ní haon ionadh go raibh an cheist seo ar intinn agam i rith na seachtainí beaga anuas agus mé tar éis post nua a fháil i siopa ollmhór éadaí. Cén fáth nach dtugadh an stádas Read more…
Opinion
Catholic or otherwise, every child has the right to an equal education
Laura Roddy discusses why it’s time to remove religious influence from Irish schools. Read more…
Events
More must be done for college student’s mental health says singer Bressie
During a talk last Friday in the Venue, the Voice of Ireland coach spoke about how he believes that while there has been a huge effort in recent years to educate teenagers of the important of good mental health, college students are still being some what neglected. Read more…
Flux
REVIEW: Adele – ’25’
Alison Ring reviews Adele’s long awaited comeback – 25. How does it compare to the record-selling 21? Read more…
Political
Drugs minister calls for decriminalisation
Dyas said one of the main discussions people should have on the issue should be the reasons why people become addicted to something, regardless of what kind of addiction it is. “Whether your addiction is watching six boxsets of Game of Thrones, or injecting heroin into your eyeball, it’s the reasons why you’re doing it,” she said. Read more…
Clubs and Socs
DCU students celebrate the second annual Sober Week
DCU’s Sober Society held the ‘Bank of Ireland Sober Week’ last week. The event challenged students to avoid alcohol for a week, to see the effects of sobriety.
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