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The general election has drawn to a close but coalition talks loom as Fianna Fail and Fine Gael need more support for a stable Dáil majority. Fianna Fail has retained its status as the largest Read more…
Over 40 International Protection Applicants have gathered outside Leinster House after being evicted from temporary accommodation in Citywest this morning, as Fine Gael and Fianna Fail parliamentary parties met for the first time post-election. The Read more…
Labour leader Ivana Bacik has hailed the recent success of the party but said that the priority is to engage with smaller left-wing parties first, as parliamentary meetings continue in Leinster House today. “My priority, Read more…
Ahead of the 2024 Irish general election, seven candidates of the Dublin-West constituency attended a debate hosted by DCU. Discussion on housing, education and transport was had, and fiery exchanges passed between candidates. In a Read more…
In the run up to a General Election, it can be difficult to know who to vote for. The Irish electoral system is complicated, with a wide array of parties and a great many candidates. Read more…
Mary Lou McDonald outlined her plans for young people while visiting DCU today. ”If and when” Sinn Féin enters the government, the party leader promised to solve the housing crisis in an effort to keep Read more…
The political landscape of Europe is more divided now than ever, with nationalist movements gaining ground from Rome to Budapest. This is aligned with what many have called a global resurgence of right-wing populism. Countries Read more…
In an RTÉ Upfront debate, all 10 major political parties discussed the current issues in Ireland, such as housing, cost of living, climate change and immigration. However, this poses the question: what was discussed for Read more…
Taoiseach Simon Harris took his campaign tour to DCU on Thursday morning, adamant to share his plans to abolish college fees. The Fine Gael leader was led through DCU’s Glasnevin campus, touring the soon to Read more…
Dublin’s Number 11 bus route is headed toward extinction. As part of the BusConnects changes, its replacement – Number 19 – will end service at Parnell Square rather than crossing south through the city. This Read more…
With the election less than three weeks away and the political campaign underway, it’s time to make sure you’re registered to vote. Voting takes place November 29th, and as per usual you must be registered Read more…
As internet reliance grows in society, October marked the 21st Cybersecurity Awareness Month to initiate the discussion around cyber threats on a national and international level. Students reliance on the internet for their studies, make Read more…
Enoch Burke has been imprisoned again by the High Court after not following court order. The secondary school teacher has previously been imprisoned twice after refusing to follow a legal order to stay away from Read more…
For many DCU students, the US presidential election is a novelty event. For American students, however, it is all too real. The College View interviewed two US students – Lauren Textor and Alex Alcala who Read more…
The United States election is casting a spotlight on the landmark case of Roe v Wade. The results of this election may have heavy impacts on US law. The connection between the legal system and Read more…
As a chill enters the air and the leaves turn all shades of brown, we begin to fill with excitement as one thought occupies our minds: Halloween! This holiday is linked with Autumn, and as Read more…
A number of DCU students walked out of lectures in protest of government inaction on the rising financial costs of third level education.
The walkout protest was one of many across the country. Read more…
This year’s editorial board of The College View will be led by Katie O’Shaughnessy & Leonor Selas Amaral. Read more…
On Monday, the 15th of April 2024, DCU’s Media Production Society saw the election of a brand-new committee for the 2024/2025 academic year. After many speeches, questions, votes, and smiles, a new committee has finally Read more…
At 12pm on Wednesday the 20th of March DCU staff and students vacated classrooms in their droves in order to take part in the walkout in solidarity with the Palestinian people. The walk out, that Read more…
Grave Concerns, written and directed by Dom Byrne, brought its opening night audience on an emotional journey through dark comedy and a stellar story. The play follows Matthew, played by Cameron Simpson, a Leaving Cert Read more…
Amidst the hustle and bustle of city life, streets are changing and concerns are growing across the country: the need for sustainable transport measures. The difficult challenge of balancing environmental considerations with increasing urban congestion Read more…
The National Student Media Awards, or SMEDIAS, are returning in 2024! This prestigious awards night recognises the best and brightest student work from various media disciplines, making it an important event for aspiring journalists, filmmakers, Read more…
DCU Dance took home much of the silverware at the Dance Intervarsities last Tuesday. Hosted in the Helix, the competition was electric as thirteen colleges across the country fought to take the top prizes in Read more…