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Referendum on USI re-affiliation announced
Students urged to get to know both sides of the debate before making an informed decision at the USI re-affiliation referendum. Read more…
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SU won’t hold official RAG Week this year
No official RAG Week will be held in DCU this semester, Welfare Officer Lorna Finnegan told The College View, due to the stigma associated with the controversial week. Read more…
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President wants more Northern students at DCU
DCU President Brian MacCraith wants to make access to study at DCU easier for Northern Ireland students, who are currently at a disadvantage when in competition with students from the Republic. Read more…
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Support for nurses’ protests against low graduate pay rates
The Class Rep Council has voted to support student nurses protesting against the initial pay rate for graduates of just €6.49 per hour. Read more…
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Masters student breaks leg in comical botched robbery
Dublin Criminal Court has heard how a DCU Masters student broke his leg while attempting to steal Mac computers from the university. Read more…
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DCU Green Committee helps address climate change
DCU’s second Green Day of the year shows students what they can do to combat climate change. Read more…
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Excellence awards for DCU’s Campus Res
Despite student protestations in a previous issue of The College View, DCU’s Campus Res was recently honoured for excellence in accommodation provision. Sharon McGowan reports. Read more…
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DCU only Irish university in top 50 under 50
DCU is the only Irish university to appear in the most recent ‘Top 50 Under 50’ QS rankings, as Sharon McGowan reports. Read more…
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SU to endorse marriage equality ahead of referendum
A motion regarding the rights of the LGBT community has been passed at the latest CRC meeting. Read more…
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Students urged to pace drinking and remove “Neknomination” videos from their profiles
“Don’t Lose Sleep” campaign warns of consequences of excessive drinking in light of neknominations controversy. Read more…
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Students lead initiative to create Cultural Officer role
Students are leading a discussion to have an Cultural Officer position created at DCU to help promote international cultures and the Irish language. Sarah Bermingham reports. Read more…
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SU secures discount on healthy food and student gym membership
Discounts have been introduced on fresh vegetable boxes in a bid to get DCU students to eat healthier. Read more…
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DCU LGBTA host homophobia discussion: As it happened
Homophobia: is it ingrained in Irish society? Who defines it? Senator Averil Power, TD John Lyons, and LGBTQ+ activate, Steve Conlan debate. Read more…
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Colleges close as weather worsens
A red weather alert for Connacht, Munster and Leinster affected a number of colleges today Read more…
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As it happened: CRC: Gaeilge, marriage equality and student cards
Follow the debate live and find out what decisions will affect you this semester. Read more…
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Water leaks cause damage to DCU library
Sections of the library remain closed off as staff assess the damage caused by the water leaks this morning. Read more…
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Students frustrated with campus accommodation fines
Students express anger at fines imposed by DCU Campus Residence Office. Read more…
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Former US Senator awarded honorary doctorate
A former US Senator has been awarded an honorary doctorate at DCU for his role in the Good Friday Agreement. Read more…
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MPS smash 24 hour broadcast target
MPS 24 hour broadcast trends on Twitter as Anchorman skit goes viral. Read more…
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Students learn of employment opportunities at Nursing Fair
Nursing students met with potential employers and learned about career opportunities at the recent Careers Service Nursing Fair, as Sarah Curran reports. Read more…
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Number of Indian students in Ireland to double in next year
The government plan to double the number of Indian students coming to Ireland next year, however there are no plans to increase the number of scholarships awarded at DCU. Read more…
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LGBTA Society says “I do” to marriage equality
LGBTA Society puts the spotlight on marriage equality in Ireland during DCU Diversity Week. Read more…
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SIPTU to represent students in part-time employment
DCU Students’ Union was represented at the recent meeting of the Union of Students in Ireland’s National Council, at which plans and decisions were made, as Cormac O’Shea reports. Read more…
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Drama Society’s ‘Dreadville’ delight
Slow-motion fight scenes and an evil villain kept the audience enthralled at this year’s Drama Society panto. Read more…
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Life-saving device is a winner at ESoc Dragons’ Den
DCU student wows ESoc competition judges with unique life-saving innovation. Read more…