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The Transplant Twins
This list literally meant life or death for the family. 3 weeks and 2 days after being listed. Less than a month. It seems like a very short time, but when you have had Read more…
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Online obsession at its worst
It will come as no surprise to anyone how obsessed our society is with online attention. Whether it is Facebook likes or Twitter favourites our generation is all about social media gratification. It won’t be Read more…
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Are Irish jail terms criminally short?
We’re all familiar with the recent scandal that was Eamonn Lillis’ release from prison after serving just over five years for the manslaughter of his wife. The man’s face was on every newspaper in the Read more…
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Inspirations: Jane Goodall
Paul Dwyer looks at the work of animal rights activist Jane Goodall Read more…
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What’s next? Relief and heartache overshadowed by fear
In the last few weeks of her college experience, Ana looks into the fear of leaving the DCU bubble. Read more…
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Final Year Reflection: Thx Fr Th Mmrs
Jade O’Leary looks back on her time as a DCU student. Warning: contains nostalgia. Read more…
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The Great Debate: Marijuana should be legal in Ireland
With so many people smoking weed, should it be made legal in Ireland? Read more…
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Beauty school knockout
Fionnuala Jones explores the world of make-up artistry. Read more…
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Do people still read literature?
In a world filled with technology, even the elderly couple on the train are checking their Facebook feed. Read more…
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Diary of a Foodaholic:
Áine Marie Monk talks about how she’s forever hungry. Read more…
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With technology, just because we can doesn’t mean we should
Have Apple gone too far with their new gold €11,000 watch? Read more…
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Mental health has many faces
The media have been called to stop using stigmatising stock images of a person in isolation, head in hands, to accompany articles about mental health. Read more…
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Living Away From Home, FOREVER.
For many students, their time at DCU is quickly coming to a close. Jade O’Leary ponders life after university. Read more…
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On your bike for Sudden Adult Death Syndrome
After being diagnosed with a heart condition, Cormac Ryan set up Cycle4Life to raise awareness about Sudden Adult Death. Read more…
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The Great Debate: Are these the best days of our lives?
We’re tired of hearing our parents and grandparents saying that these are the best days of our lives. Are they really? Read more…
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Should we stay or should we go?
Australia, Canada, America, Ireland. Where will you end up living after college? Read more…
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Out On The Full: Has Rugby Lost It’s Skill?
Has rugby become about strength rather than skill? Read more…
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Behind the scenes at the Aviva
Working in the Presidential suite isn’t as glamorous as you’d think Read more…
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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…
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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…
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Paddy’s Day and Prejudice
Jade O’Leary discusses the stigma attached to Irish people when it comes to drinking alcohol. Read more…
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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…
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‘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…
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Willpower or €1.50? The allure of Penneys
If you can’t make it to the Canaries this spring, worry not, as Penneys’ St. Moriz tan will have you looking (but not smelling) fresh. Read more…
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Faith within the Inter Faith
There’s a lot more on offer in the Inter Faith centre than just religion. Read more…