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New bus route launched for DCU
A new bus route by Dublin Bus has commenced, to include a stop at DCU. The N4 bus route will call at DCU’s Collins Avenue stop on its journey between the Point Village and Blanchardstown Read more…
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Sandymount initiative for neurodiversity has launch on Aviva Stadium grounds
A community initiative introduced by parents of neurodiverse children in Sandymount encouraged its audience to view neurodiversity as a difference rather than a deficit on its official launch night. The panel meeting took place at Read more…
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Barriers to autism diagnosis in girls a worrying trend
The diagnosis of autism in girls can be delayed due to a tendency for young women to mask their unique needs in social settings, both experts and women in the autistic community have said. The Read more…
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New Trinity College research raises concerns over Google data collection
New research raises concerns over Google data collection, according to a study by Trinity College Professor, Douglas J. Leith The research, which analyses the Google Messages and Google Dialer apps when used on Android handsets, Read more…
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€250 euro a week to be given to artists for three years
The Department of Arts and Tourism announced a Basic Income for Artists scheme which will be open for applications from 2000 artists. The BIA scheme will provide artists with the minimum wage over the course Read more…
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New Hub Aims to Challenge Disinformation In Ireland
A new hub targeting the spread of disinformation online has been launched in Dublin City University (DCU). DCU was selected by The European Commission as part of a network of eight hubs across Europe which Read more…
Features
The hidden social media epidemic destroying the reputations of young women
This under researched phenomenon harms countless young women across the world. Read more…
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DCU Refugee Week kicks off
A film about children living in direct provisiom titled ‘Direct Division’ was screened today in the U building as part of DCU’s Refugee Week. Read more…
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“We’re safe nowhere from gender based violence”: Cyberflashing attacks wreak havoc on Zoom
“We wanted to take a stand against what’s happening because it’s gotten to a level where women are safe nowhere from gender based violence,” Maughan explained a fortnight after the flashing. Read more…
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DCU spent €4.25 million on Covid measures
Over 7% ( €312,000 )of DCU’s overall Covid-related expenditure has been spent on antigen tests in the last four months alone. Read more…
Students' Union
Ronan Burke runs for VP of Wellbeing
The Glasnevin native hopes to bring a better sense of belonging to DCU students and “greater awareness of the amazing things the SU does behind the scenes.” Read more…
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A sober reflection on Minimum Unit Pricing
The retail price of alcohol rose significantly last week as a government decision that a minimum price of 10 cent per gram of alcohol must be introduced in all off-licenses and supermarkets. Since the law Read more…
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Direct Provision residents at higher risk of Covid
Cases of the virus were 49% more common in Direct Provision than the general public during some stages of the pandemic. Read more…
Features
Daire Keogh – A year in DCU
When asked about the trials and tribulations of his first year as president of DCU during a global pandemic, Keogh jokes: “There’s the famous line in the movie Airplane!, ‘What a time to give up the cigarettes’. Read more…
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DCU to launch six new undergraduate courses in 2021
DCU has announced the introduction of six new undergraduate courses and four new specialisms for September 2021.
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Minister of Further and Higher Education works with the USI to enhance student wellbeing
The Minister of Further and Higher Education, Simon Harris has announced the formation of a working group dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of third-level students.
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Can’t Get Home – The initiative to help international students cope with staying in Ireland
The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) have launched a virtual campaign for international students within Ireland.
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DCU awarded Irish University 2020 by the Sunday Times
DCU has been named the Irish University of 2021 by the Sunday Times.
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Trinity College secure €100m loan from EIB
Trinity College has received a €100 million loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) for a period of 30 years.
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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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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.
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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.