DCU News
Eleven teams complete the ‘Relay for Life’
During the 24 hours, bands such as Touchwood and the Dublin Gospel Choir performed and a colour run concluded the event. Read more…
Year: 2015
Music
Review: Father John Misty – I Love You, Honeybear
Scout Mitchell reviews the new album of former Fleet Foxes drummer Josh Tillman, also known as Father John Misty. Read more…
News
Single parent students set to lose SUSI grant
Single parents in third-level education could lose up to €657 per month as changes to the one parent family payment will affect SUSI maintenance grants Read more…
The Hype
Sharp darts
Kanye West has announced the title of his seventh solo studio album. No release date has been announced for So Help Me God, but recent weeks have seen the release of singles “All Day” – Read more…
Ilghnéitheach
Oileán na flaithiúlachta
Tá cáil ar oileán iathghlas beag s’againne mar gheall ar fhlaithiúlacht muintir na tíre agus ní dhéanann an ‘World Giving Index’ ach an steiréitíop seo a dheimhniú. Read more…
Articles
Things to give up for Lent and life
The Fear: Some people say that this one is easier said than done, but it is possible. The fear is a self-inflicted pain that none of us need in our lives. Nothing that you did Read more…
News
SU hold two referendums
Two referendums take place along with the SU Elections this week. Nicola Ayres reports. Read more…
Food
Cold weather problems
In light of the incredibly strange March weather we’ve been getting, there are two tricks that need to be shared. We all know how harmful the cold, dry weather can be for our hair and Read more…
News
Petition created to move exams for marriage equality referendum
A petition has been created to urge DCU to remove exams from May 22 the day of the Marriage Equality Referendum, Katie O’Neill reports Read more…
The Hype
One-line reviews
Heems’s Eat. Pray. Thug.: Better than anyone could have hoped for; “Home”, “Flag Shopping” and “Patriot Act” are all absolute must hear songs. Kanye’s performance at the BRITs: How long you been laughing at Lionel Read more…
Articles
Making the lifestyle change
Here is a quick guide for better living: Set yourself goals for semester two: Although we’re one month in, there is still plenty of time to make a change. Whether these are academic goals inspired by Read more…
Through My Eyes
Behind the scenes at the Aviva
Working in the Presidential suite isn’t as glamorous as you’d think Read more…
News
Brian Cody awarded Honorary Doctorate
Brian Cody, Kilkenny hurling manager and teacher awarded and Honorary Doctorate from DCU Read more…
The Hype
Neil Gaiman says Sandman script is “best in 20 years”
While accepting an award in UCD, Neil Gaiman spoke of the Sandman film, his journalistic past and why he doesn’t believe in writer’s block. Read more…
Features
Editorial: Why Always Kanye?
Arts editor Odrán de Bhaldraithe looks at the curious treatment of Kanye West in the public eye and contrasts it with that of the Gallagher brothers. Read more…
The Hype
Death from Above 1979 @ the Academy
Sometimes it’s best not to overthink things. I learned this pretty quickly at the Academy when Death From Above 1979 came to town. How will new album The Physical World stand up live? Can they Read more…
DCU News
Students set to vote on two referenda this week.
Along with the Student Union elections, DCU students will be asked to vote on two referenda this week. But what exactly are they? Nicola Ayres reports. Read more…
Opinion
Don’t Underestimate The Power Of The Podcast
Forget Netflix or the written word, audio entertainment is where it’s at says Sharron Lynskey Read more…
Articles
Bringing back the bob
Cutting your hair short is not an easy decision to make and it can be a very daunting idea, you’ve being growing your hair since you were a child, it’s all you know. It is Read more…
DCU News
Relaying together for a cure for cancer
DCU Relay for Life 2014 was completed by 11 teams and 4 survivors in the hope to raise €2000 for the Irish Cancer Society Read more…
Features
Melanie Murphy on depression, disorders and becoming a role model
Melanie Murphy is the latest DCU student to succeed in the entertainment industry Read more…
Features
Paddy’s Day and Prejudice
Jade O’Leary discusses the stigma attached to Irish people when it comes to drinking alcohol. Read more…
Features
Setting sail or an empty Vessel – are the days of YouTube numbered?
For most kids, turning ten is an exciting milestone. I mean, it’s not every day you enter double digits. For video-sharing site YouTube, however, its birthday on Valentine’s Day just gone is even more significant. Read more…
Features
‘Kidstagram’ – should we be worried about children going viral?
Laura Colgan takes a look at why people want their kids to become internet sensations, and if it is fair to the children themselves. Read more…
News
RCSI student handed suspended sentence
A former RCSI student was given a three-year suspended sentence after threatening staff at the college Read more…