March 2014 – Page 2 of 5 – The College View

Mantalk #8

March 19, 2014

This week Craig claims he knows how to talk to girls and Seán is sick of our elitist attitudes…

Scores of students face subsidy cut

March 19, 2014

DCU Access Service has contacted a number of students telling them that they may not be eligible for subsidised accommodation next year.

Petition for labyrinth referendum presented as construction commenced

March 19, 2014

An emergency CRC meeting saw a motion for a referendum on the construction defeated.

Heroic or treacherous? Perceptions of a whistleblower

March 19, 2014

Tomas O Ruanaidh on why our perceptions of, and how we portray, whistleblowers needs to change.

Minister advises students on EU careers

March 19, 2014

The Minister for European Affairs visited DCU last week as part of a recruitment drive to encourage Irish graduates to consider careers in EU bodies.

Number of students interested in running for SU elections this year “unbelievable”

March 19, 2014

This academic year has seen a rise in the number of students interested in running for a position in the SU elections.

Engage with candidates and vote in SU elections

March 19, 2014

Sean Cassidy on why it’s important for every DCU student to engage with the candidates in the upcoming SU elections and use their vote.

DCU student applied for Voice reporter role on a whim

March 19, 2014

DCU student Atkinson landed a Voice of Ireland reporter role after applying just five minutes before deadline.

Mississippi mud pie

March 19, 2014

Myself and a bunch of friends traveled to South Carolina on a J1 visa last summer. While there, my keen interest in food and baking had me trying every tasty treat that my broke Irish behind

Options needed for non-drinkers and students on ban

March 19, 2014

Societies Officer Eve Kerton on the need for options for DCU’s non-drinkers and those on a drinking ban.

BREAKING: It’s raining in Ireland

March 19, 2014

The Daily Mail recently published a story about TOWIE star Lauren Goodger avoiding a puddle. The College View lists other examples of bizarre and mundane journalism.

Drinks promotions nights heading for disaster

March 19, 2014

Opinions Editor Eamon Donoghue on the dangers of drinks promotions nights following crushes due to overcrowding at two nightclubs in Ireland.

Are we forcing women into politics?

March 19, 2014

This year’s local elections will be the last without an imposed female gender quota. The College View examines the affect this policy could have and whether it really is fair.

CHVRCHES @ The Olympia

March 19, 2014

Venue change, backing tracks and online notoriety – Jason Brennan checks out Chvrches’ recent show at the Olympia.

REVIEW: Derren Brown – Infamous Tour

March 19, 2014

Is Derren Brown the best stage act in modern time? Jason Brennan went along to his Infamous show to see for himself.

For the Love of Lupita

March 19, 2014

Niamh Doherty on the rise and rise of Hollywood’s darling girl Lupita Nyong’o.

Aisling’s Special Favourites

March 19, 2014

Shopfronts of Dublin the photography project is just one of the things Aisling Kett has been loving this fortnight…

Is the best really about to get better? HTC One 2 (M8) is on the way…

March 19, 2014

HTC One 2 (M8) is on the way and Deputy Editor Michael Cogley has all you need to know…

DCU Men’s Tennis Team achieve Intervarsity glory

March 19, 2014

After two barren years DCU won the intervarsity tennis title recently on home turf.

Not all doom and gloom at Old Trafford

March 19, 2014

Michael Cogley looks at the recent, well-documented problems at Manchester United and comments on why he thinks United fans have reason to be hopeful.

DCU take home cross country title

March 19, 2014

DCU’s Athleitcs Club put in another strong performance at the recent intervarsity cross country championship, taking home the men’s title.

DCU kayakers have to settle for second at intervarsities

March 19, 2014

DCU Kayaking Club managed a second place finish at the recent intervarsities as UL took home the title.

Review: The Zero Theorem

March 19, 2014

Terry Gilliam’s characters leave plenty to be desired in his latest offering The Zero Theorem.

Golden day for DCU boxers

March 19, 2014

DCU Boxing Club have enjoyed much success recently with two elite gold medals followed by eight boxers qualifying for the All-Ireland finals.

It’s not always just a harmless flutter

March 19, 2014

Chris Jordan speaks to GAA star Oisin McConville about the dangers of gambling and what he went through during his darkest days.