February 2014 – Page 2 of 3

stylefix #6

February 19, 2014

Dramatic prints, dark tones, rich fabrics and the ankle strap. Shannon O’Sullivan has this week in style.

Food for thought

February 19, 2014

Sleepy brain syndrome after the extended Christmas break? Sharon McGowan has an arsenal of healthy foods to get those minds buzzing again.

The search for a new voice in science communication

February 19, 2014

Students are urged to enter a competition which could win young scientists expert mentoring and kick-start their careers.

An bhfuil cead agam mo theanga a labhairt?

February 19, 2014

Rónán Ó Dálaigh gives his reaction to the resignation of the Irish Language Commissioner and where the future of the Irish language lies.

Support for nurses’ protests against low graduate pay rates

February 19, 2014

The Class Rep Council has voted to support student nurses protesting against the initial pay rate for graduates of just €6.49 per hour.

Universities want higher fees if there’s no more funding

February 19, 2014

Irish universities have called on Education Minister Ruairi Quinn to hike student fees if he won’t allocate further exchequer funding to third-level.

On your marks, get set…run!

February 19, 2014

Out with expensive gym memberships, in with running apps and thermal leggings! James Creagh has the beginners guide to completing your first 5km.

Pylons: A rational reflection on EirGrid’s expansion

February 19, 2014

Ian Moran reflects on the controversy and opposition to EirGrid’s planned pylon route.

The race to cure spinal damage

February 19, 2014

The Kerry marathon linking-in with marathons across 34 countries around the world raising funds to cure spinal cord injuries.

O’Brien reflects on Fitzgibbon Cup group stage exit

February 19, 2014

DCU’s Fitzgibbon Cup hurling manager Paul O’Brien talks to Kevin Taylor about his sides recent exit from the competition.

DCU dominate at indoor championships

February 19, 2014

DCU Athletic’s Academy dominated the medals table at the recent indoor championships.

Kennedy praises resilience despite loss

February 19, 2014

Director of DCU’s GAA Academy Michael Kennedy talks to Eoin Sheahan in the wake of DCU’s exit from the Sigerson Cup.

Classy Athlone side cruise to win over DCU

February 19, 2014

DCU’s senior rugby team suffered a heavy defeat to league leaders Athlone IT in St Clare’s on Wednesday afternoon.

Harding Plate glory for fresher soccer team

February 19, 2014

DCU’s fresher soccer team won their second successive Harding Plate recently in the University of Limerick.

ITs to merge and receive university status

February 19, 2014

Ireland’s newest universities to be established since 1989 may be created soon, thanks to recently proposed legislation from the Education Minister.

Masters student breaks leg in comical botched robbery

February 19, 2014

Dublin Criminal Court has heard how a DCU Masters student broke his leg while attempting to steal Mac computers from the university.

UCD hosts inaugural Student Legal Convention

February 19, 2014

The inaugural Student Legal Convention held at UCD last Thursday heard from Government Ministers, a Supreme Court judge and the Data Protection Commissioner, amongst others.

DCU Green Committee helps address climate change

February 19, 2014

DCU’s second Green Day of the year shows students what they can do to combat climate change.

Archdiocese offers DIT funding to have ‘Catholic place of worship’

February 19, 2014

The Dublin Archdiocese recently offered Dublin Institute of Technology a large payout to ensure a ‘Catholic place of worship’ on the new Grangegorman campus.

Aisling’s Special Favourites

February 19, 2014

A few of Aisling Kett’s favourite things this fortnight, including a couple of nifty apps.

Excellence awards for DCU’s Campus Res

February 19, 2014

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.

The Comeback Kids

February 19, 2014

As Garth Brooks fever sweeps the country, Martina Brophy delves into the massive industry that is the comeback tour.

DCU only Irish university in top 50 under 50

February 19, 2014

DCU is the only Irish university to appear in the most recent ‘Top 50 Under 50’ QS rankings, as Sharon McGowan reports.

SU to endorse marriage equality ahead of referendum

February 19, 2014

A motion regarding the rights of the LGBT community has been passed at the latest CRC meeting.

Students urged to pace drinking and remove “Neknomination” videos from their profiles

February 19, 2014

“Don’t Lose Sleep” campaign warns of consequences of excessive drinking in light of neknominations controversy.