DCU News
DCU joins Ireland’s Future Talent
DCU has joined a charter entitled ‘Ireland’s Future Talent’ which aims to make the Irish education system the best in Europe. Read more…
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Articles
DCU’s journey in playing catch-up
The constant rustle and bustle in construction works on campus sees no end as President MacCraith announces new STEM building to begin construction in 2019
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Travel
Romantic Ronda
But believe it or not, there’s more to Spain than just Ibiza and Salou. For those looking for something a bit different, Ronda may be perfect. Read more…
Features
Never a dull day in DCU
DCU’s plethora of clubs and societies is something to be admired; and their famous annual events are not to be missed. Read more…
Features
Wheels on the bus go round and round
It will make my commute to college virtually impossible Read more…
Features
‘A death sentence around your neck’
It was an absolute disgrace, for all I knew I had terminal cancer Read more…
Features
The deep dangers of a wide social media presence
The nature of your data and messages can cause danger regardless of expected reach or social media following. Read more…
Features
Learning the difference between a no and a maybe
As if sex, the most natural thing that brings both genders together, is something that needs to be discussed in segregations Read more…
Features
A bed, a bathroom and an empty bank account
Nothing is safe unless you have money to burn at this stage. Read more…
Features
A shortage of horsepower
Undocumented horses and ponies cost the State €4.5 million a year Read more…
Features
Teaching on a prayer
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]t’s strange looking back on religion classes during the junior cycle. Classes were considered somewhat of a farce by fellow students, a class where you could sit back and relax and not worry about the Read more…
Features
Young people pave the streets of tomorrow
Students are causing quite the political storm worldwide Read more…
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…
News
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…
DCU News
Module’s removal from course sparks criticism from students
[dropcap]The[dropcap] sports reporting module is in the process of being removed from the BA journalism course for both current and incoming students, according to the Head of the School of Communications.
Opinion
The Repeal movement’s biggest challenge
This begs the question; is the pro-choice side depending too much on young people to secure the vote?
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Opinion
Living in Dublin: a luxurious cost
The sad reality is, student accommodations have the power to do this. They take advantage of vulnerable families and students who are forced to pay this money so they have a roof over their heads for the year. Read more…
Opinion
Is the media tainting perceptions of Russian society?
We are told that pride relating to Russian—indeed, all East European—origin is associated with toxicity and nationalism. Read more…
Opinion
Third level institutions should follow DCU by going single use plastic free
Taking steps towards a greener college is simply a must. It’s not as if there’s some form of ‘green activism’ going on, DCU are simply implementing a sustainability policy. Read more…
Opinion
Are students disengaged from students’ unions?
The sad reality is that students don’t appreciate SUs anymore.
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Opinion
Are vigilante paedophile hunters hidden heroes?
Callum Lavery: vigilante groups are unjustifiable Let’s get one thing straight first – I fully support the punishment of anyone who feels it is justifiable to corrupt the innocence of children. While I do understand Read more…
Opinion
Age is just a number
I found defence inside a shell. In three years I rarely took a day off, I am lucky, my husband has been my fall guy. I was not sure year two would happen. Read more…
Opinion
Are award ceremonies a place for politics?
If they don’t speak out on important topics, they’re criticised. If they do, they face backlash. Presenter and controversial Twitter user Piers Morgan described Meryl Streep’s anti-Trump speech as “hypocrisy”, but many others praised her words. They can’t win and they can’t lose. Read more…
Opinion
Are same-sex schools better than mixed schools?
Same sex schools can often make it harder for people to learn how interact with the opposite gender. It may make it difficult for students when they go into a work place, be it part time or full time to interact with the opposite gender. Read more…
Opinion
Is Irishness enough to maintain us as a significant player in Europe?
With the fallout from Brexit we sneer at Britain and bolster our own sense of national pride, but it is easy to overlook our own selfish approach to Europe’s resources. As a nation we love to be loved. The “best fans in the world”, our culture and history is celebrated across the globe, just friendly rogues out for the craic. Read more…