DCU News
DCU granted €24m STEM research facility
DCU have been granted a €24 million investment into a STEM facility by the government, that was welcomed by DCU President Brian MacCraith Read more…
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Articles
Overcrowding in DCU’s libraries during exam periods
The College View covers the issue of overcrowding in DCU’s libraries, what affect this is having on students, and what is being done about it. Read more…
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Siobhán Nic Thaidhg: flags, cups and class reps
The College View reflect of Siobhán Nic Thaidhg’s term as Vice President for Engagement and Development in the DCU Student Union. Read more…
Students' Union
Niall Behan SU Spread
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]CU Student Union President Niall Behan hopes to cater to all DCU campuses and students equally during the second year since the amalgamation of the student unions from St. Patrick’s College and Mater Dei Institute Read more…
DCU News
Postgrads dissatisfied with accommodation changes
[dropcap]P[/dropcap]ostgraduate students are unhappy with the increase in rent and change in lease length that occurred over the summer, according to Student’s Union postgraduate officer, Allan Stevenson.
DCU News
Shanowen Square targeted by overseas hackers
[dropcap]S[/dropcap]tudent accommodation Shanowen Square was targeted by a cyber attack from an overseas account which contacted residents on their behalf looking for payment.
DCU News
Hub construction target completion date moved to March
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he target date for completion of the new Student Hub building has been pushed from February to March, according to DCU SU president Niall Behan.
National News
Double digit rent increases continue in Dublin
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he cost of renting nationally is 11.8 percent higher than this time last year, and rents in Dublin have risen an average of 12.3 percent annually according to a report released by Daft.ie. This is the Read more…
DCU News
DCU ranks in top 250 universities globally in Arts and Humanities
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]ublin City University (DCU) has been ranked within the top 250 universities globally in the area of Arts and Humanities by one of the most widely recognised third level ranking bodies. The Times Higher Education Read more…
Students' Union
Podge Henry SU Spread
[dropcap]H[/dropcap]elping with the vast numbers of students seeking accommodation has been his “most stressful time by far” according to New VP for Welfare and Equality Podge Henry.
University News
Motor Neurone Disease and Schizophrenia genetically linked, university research finds
[dropcap]A [/dropcap]genetic link between motor neuron disease and schizophrenia has been identified, in a study led by Trinity College Dublin researchers.
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Crystal engineering: Irish universities lead the way in developing innovative technology
[dropcap]B[/dropcap]elfast based MOF technologies have agreed to license and commercialise two new materials created at the University of Limerick to try and combat greenhouse gasses.
National News
TV licence set to be introduced for tablets, computers and laptops
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]V licences are set to be introduced for tablets, laptops and computers as the current law in Ireland is to be changed by the Minister of Communications, Dennis Naughten.
University News
DIT drops Garda vetting requirement for mature students in “second chance” programme
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]IT have discarded the requirement of Garda vetting for mature students when applying to its ‘second chance education’ programme after controversial public opinion.
National News
Employer’s levy to increase by 200 million to help fund higher education in Ireland
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Government is seeking to increase the employer levy by 50% to help fund higher and further education and training by 2020.
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Engineering drops in CAO first preferences
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he numbers of CAO first preference applications for Engineering in DCU has risen despite a decrease of 5 per cent in first preference Engineering applications nationally.
National News
Drug testing kits to be introduced in Irish nightclubs
[dropcap]Free[/dropcap] drug testing kits could soon be provided by nightclubs to check the ‘purity’ of substances bought by users to help reduce the risk of accidental death. The tests will ensure drugs such as cocaine Read more…
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Trinity college found in breach of advertising regulations
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]rinity College Dublin has been found to be in breach of advertising guidelines regarding a course listing on the university’s website.
University News
Trinity college set to acquire Iveagh Grounds sports facility
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]rinity College’s proposed purchase of Iveagh Grounds sports facility is set to save a number of sports clubs from relocation according to the chairman of the Guinness Athletic Union.
University News
20% Drop in number of Irish students applying to study in the UK
[dropcap]The [/dropcap]number of students applying to study in the UK has dropped by about 20% since the Brexit vote in 2016.
DCU News
Female run news website HerCampus launches in DCU
HerCampus, a female-run news site aimed at college level students has been launched in DCU.
News
Trinity college re-included in top 200 universities in the world
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]ollowing Temporary Exclusion Last Year, Trinity Ranked 131st in World by Times Higher Education.
DCU News
DCU students take back the fifth goujon
[dropcap]Nubar[/dropcap] has always been famous for its chicken goujons and chips deal for €5 since the dawn of time.
National News
Fellowship founded to help students from under privileged backgrounds to become barristers
[dropcap]A [/dropcap]new fellowship offering two aspiring barristers from disadvantaged socio-economically backgrounds a chance to study at the King’s Inns in Dublin was announced earlier this month.
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Trinity Receive Confirmation On 250-Bed Project
[dropcap]Tr[/dropcap]inity College Dublin are to redevelop Oisín House on Pearse Street into a 250-bed accommodation project after receiving verbal confirmation from Dublin City Council.