Opinion
Keep your hands off my chick lit
The literary ladies have their own share of representation issues.
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Month: October 2018
News
Brexit set to cause science to suffer in the UK
UK’ Immigration system is “not up to scratch” as scientists are being denied access to the country fir research. The current problem with Visa requests is set to intensify with a Hard Brexit. Read more…
National News
Up to 30 schools close in Dublin over structural problems
Schools across the country have been subject to closures due to structural problems after safety checks were conducted since 2015. Read more…
Lifestyle
Spotlight smile
Nicole Cassidy investigates which brand will give you the brighter smile. Read more…
Articles
Tom Odell at the Olympia Theatre
In a world where artists seem to constantly compete with each other for the most show stopping concerts, sometimes it’s nice to strip it back to the basics. Sunday October 14th saw Tom Odell, closely Read more…
Articles
Behind the cover of book adaptions
For many there is the excitement of their favourite book being made into a film and getting to see the characters come to life. This can sometimes be an issue as the casting has to reflect what the book describes the characters as and getting the right people to play them is difficult. Read more…
Music
Capturing Amy Winehouse’s Musical Legacy
After strings of successful performances and a world tour, Winehouse’s alcohol and drug addiction began to catch up with her. Read more…
Lifestyle
Let’s talk: toxic friendships
Lorna Lawless discusses the effects of toxic friendships and why you need to remove them from your life. Read more…
National News
Thousands Participate in 39th Dublin Marathon
Over 20,000 people ran from Fitzwilliam Square through the Phoenix Park and back to Merrion Square to complete the Dublin marathon on Sunday, October 28th according to organizers.
Rugby
Garda College prove too much for DCU RFC
Rory O’Connor was the star as Garda College ran out 47-24 victors over DCU RFC. Read more…
Podcast
The College View Issue 2 | News and Opinion
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Podcast
The College View Issue 2 | Sport
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DCU News
Videos reveal rats on DCU accommodation
Two videos of rats in Larkfield courtyard have been circulating in a DCU Facebook group chat.
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SU member says he regrets not intervening at A&F AGM
DCUSU VP for Engagement and Development apologised for attending the initial Accounting and Finance society (A&F) EGM, in a statement during the first Class Rep Council (CRC) 2018/2019. Read more…
News
Campaign launched against deportation of DCU student
A campaign has been launched to prevent the deportation of a DCU student who fears for his life should he have to return to Zimbabwe.
DCU News
DCU society disbanded due to lack of venue
DCU Pool and Snooker Society have been forced to cease their operations for the coming year due to being unable to find a venue.
News
DCU societies call for A&F committee resignations
The committee of the Accounting & Finance (A&F) society should resign, according to a hand delivered letter from several DCU clubs and societies.
Film
The art of God-awful cinema
If one could compare (Tommy Wiseau) to anything, it would be a two-legged chihuahua. You can’t help but feel pity for the poor thing, yet you’re rooting for them all the same, because they’re trying. Read more…
Music
Kero Kero Bonito make their Irish debut at Whelan’s
KKB as a band prioritised fun and enjoyment over the mystique of performing and this fits their style perfectly. Read more…
Books
The universal and timeless appeal of Sherlock Holmes
There is a very simple reason why the brilliant detective consistently returns to our screens, particularly in the last 10 years. Money. Read more…
The Hype
Thy Name is Woman, Ruth Negga stars as Hamlet in The Gate Theatre
“it is vital for Hamlet’s character to be vulnerable and therefore the actor who plays him must be able to show their emotions” Read more…
Music
“We’ll Go to a Hidden Place” – A Bjӧrk Retrospective
It’s follow-up Post, released in 1995, built upon the sound of Debut, embellishing the dance-pop production with harsher electronics and beats, and bringing to listeners a more angry, passionate, and more powerful Bjӧrk, one that would further flourish as her career continued. Read more…
Television
Will Black Mirror’s choose-your-own-adventure episode create a trend?
The concept of ‘choose your own adventure’ has been tried and tested for years in video games and has found to be very successful. Generally referred to as roleplaying games or RPGs, players are taken on a journey from building their own character to choosing how they handle difficult situations and how their decisions ultimately change their character’s fate. Read more…
Film
Lady Gaga soars in A Star is Born
What truly elevates ASIB compared to its modern rivals is surprisingly simple. They casted people who could actually sing. Read more…
Articles
Moya Ryan wins first International medal
Irish Badminton player, Moya Ryan talks to The College View after she and her doubles partner, Kate Frost, won their first international honours in Bulgaria. Read more…