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New bus routes announced for DCU commuters
New bus routes travelling to and from DCU are now providing another transport option for staff and students commuting to the university.
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DCU News
Students forced to commute due to lack of housing
More and more DCU students are faced with long commutes due to accommodation shortages in the surrounding area. Read more…
Articles
DCU’s Innovation Centre inventing more profit
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]CU’s innovation centre had an income rise of nearly €1 million this year while losses dropped significantly. Invent DCU Ltd, located on Glasnevin campus, was originally set up in 2001 to forge better links between Read more…
DCU News
Engagement and Development Officer Eimear Maguire: A new role and fresh plans for the year
Eimear Maguire discusses her plans for the year and the challenges of being the first ever Engagement and Development officer. Read more…
National News
Thousands rally to repeal the Eighth in Dublin
Thousands marched in Dublin in support of repealing the Eighth Amendment and legalising abortion in Ireland Read more…
Political
Sparks fly at DCU debate between American Democrat and Republican
[dropcap]A[/dropcap] debate was held in the Henry Grattan building last Thursday between an American democrat and a republican on the upcoming US election involving Donald Trump and Hilary Clinton.
DCU News
Tánaiste discusses government vulnerability policy at DCU conference
Ireland has begun to work its way out of a “rather dark past” to develop a state that is more responsive to those in situations of vulnerability, suggested Tánaiste Frances Fitzgerald at today’s conference on State Accountability for Vulnerability.
DCU News
DCU falls 27 places in university rankings
DCU was one of many Irish universities to see a slide in their international rankings. Read more…
DCU News
CAO offers: DCU Education & Arts grow and STEM points soar
Dublin City University saw a large growth in Education and Arts following today’s first round of CAO offers, while an increased demand in Business and STEM programmes has led to a soar in points.
DCU News
DCU to rename half its buildings after inspirational women
DCU set to rename half its buildings after women Dublin City University is set to rename half of its buildings after women, Dr Christine Loscher announced at Inspirefest last week. Read more…
GAA
Smith believes there’s more to come from Roscommon
In 2014 Roscommon were playing in Division Three of the National Football League. This year, they secured a top three finish in Division One, beating Kerry and Cork along the way. DCU student Enda Smith Read more…
DCU News
DCU scores in the top 50 of the best young colleges in the world
Dublin City University is the only Irish university to feature on the list of the top 50 young universities in the world, scoring 46th on the list. To be awarded a place on the list Read more…
DCU News
DCU courses to move to All Hallows
Students of Fiontar on the DCU Glasnevin Campus have been informed that their lectures will take place on the All Hallows campus next year. The move comes as part of the incorporation between DCU, St Read more…
Students' Union
Engineering and Computing Hustings: Condon, Hayden and McCullagh
The hustings for the Engineering and Computing faculty convener began with a three minute opening statement from each candidate and then opened up the floor for questions. The three candidates running for the position are: Riain Condon, Avril Read more…
Articles
Students can expect decrease in GP fee
The cost of a doctor visit on campus could see a reduction to €15 according to the Vice President for Welfare and Equality Domhnaill Harkin. The current price of visiting the GP in DCU is €20 and decreasing the Read more…
Students' Union
Engagement and Development: Naoise McHugh on training class reps
Naoise McHugh is a final year multimedia student in DCU and the former class rep believes his social skills and determination are what qualify him for the role of VP for Engagement and Development. McHugh hopes to Read more…
News
No official opposition to cannabis referendum
No student or group has registered as opposing the passing of the referendum which will mandate the DCU Students’ Union to support and campaign for the legalisation of cannabis. Students will be asked to vote Read more…
Students' Union
Not all fun and James: Academic Affairs result expected to be tight
James Donoghue and James Nolan are the two candidates running for the new position of Academic Affairs Officer in the Students’ Union election this year.
Students' Union
Humanities students shouldn’t have to defend the quality of degrees all convenor candidates agree
Intra placements across all courses in the humanities faculty made up a significant part of each of the four convenor candidates opening addresses during hustings. Every candidate spoke about the need for an Intra placement Read more…
DCU News
Stiff competition for part-time SU positions
The new part-time position of Irish Language Officer is contested by three candidates, Cáit Ní Cheallacháin, Críotíona Ní Laimhín and Barra Ó Scannláin. Ní Cheallacháin wants to weave the Irish language into all aspects of Read more…
Boxing
DCU boxers win five medals
DCU came away with five medals after a hugely successful Irish Athletic Third Level Boxing Association Championships at the National Boxing Stadium, Dublin on Wednesday, March 16th. Conor Smyth, Faolan Rahill, Shane Fitzgerald and Jake Read more…
News
Accountancy Learning centre proposed at business school hustings
Business Faculty Rep Hustings took place in The Venue on Thursday. Niall Behan, Christine Farrell, Michelle Hayden and Louise McLarnon hope to be elected to the position on Wednesday. Behan plans to introduce an Acountancy Read more…
Students' Union
Engagement and Development: Eimear MacGuire talks making the most of colloege
St. Pat’s final year humanities student, Eimear Maguire believes her active role in extra curricular activities makes her the ideal candidate to be the first DCUSU VP for Engagement and Development. Maguire has long been involved in college life across Read more…
Students' Union
Nurse appreciation high on agenda for science & health hopefuls
It’s a two horse race for the position of Science and Health Convenor 2016-2017, Jason Bolton and Anton McDonnell respectively hope to be elected to the position on Wednesday. The absence of a faculty reading Read more…
Students' Union
Academic Affairs Officer: James Donoghue on his experience, the USI and shut up and write sessions
James Donoghue is a Journalism graduate and the current Education Officer in the Students’ Union. He believes the experience he gained over the last year makes him the best candidate for the role of Academic Read more…