March 2014 – Page 4 of 5 – The College View

The (fashion) show must go on

March 5, 2014

Typically your final year in college is a time spent worrying about literature reviews, library opening hours and job prospects. Instead, I have found myself in a position where the things keeping me awake at

Stylefix #7

March 5, 2014

Shannon O’Sullivan serves up your fortnightly dose of beauty and fashion with a look at the Irish presence at London Fashion Week, how to get Vanessa Hudgens’ look and a review of Rimmel’s latest instant tan offering.

The Ones That Got Away: Best of the Oscars Snubs

March 5, 2014

While the 2014 Academy Awards have been and gone, and all the gongs have been handed out, deservedly or not, Emily Bodkin takes a look at a few films that missed out on joining the movie award hall of fame.

Mantalk #7

March 5, 2014

Set free from their fashion bubble, this week Craig talks all things Tinder and Seán tackles our need to get completely legless on a night out… Craig We’re rebranding, finally. This week marks a very

The video went viral

March 5, 2014

What makes a video go viral? The College View looks at the ins and outs of what videos capture people’s imagination.

The USI and student democracy

March 5, 2014

Sean Cassidy analyses the yes result to re-affiliating to the USI and what it will mean for DCU.

Explorer’s paradise: East Africa

March 5, 2014

Ditch the guidebook and discover the hidden delights of Eastern Africa. James Creagh has some tips to get you started.

European Escape: Paphos, Cyprus

March 5, 2014

Claudia Gocoul offers an alternative to the booze cruises synonymous with Greek islands; a relaxing escape to Paphos, Cyprus.

Maximum Lolz: Interview with Barry and Stuart

March 5, 2014

Chris Jordan chats to comedy magicians Barry and Stuart about free shows, supernatural spoofs and hitting America.

Student nurses to protest over wages and working conditions

March 5, 2014

Figures released by the Lancet report and low wages for graduate nurses prompt student protests.

New amenities on campus if student centre secures “yes” vote

March 5, 2014

A variety of new amenities will be made available in DCU if proposed student centre gets go-ahead.

Library opening hours no help for exams

March 5, 2014

Jamie Gallagher gives his thoughts on the library opening hours during exam time.

RAG Society to remain prominent despite re-branding

March 5, 2014

DCU’s Raise and Give Society will continue to participate in college charity events despite the re-branding of the notorious RAG Week.

Don’t stop the party: Thailand

March 5, 2014

Full Moon Parties, Elephant trekking & Lady-Boy cabaret; Shannon O’Sullivan explains why Thailand has to be experienced to be believed.

Internships: Are they worth it?

March 5, 2014

With Intra coming up for many students, is an internship even worthwhile these days?

House of Cards: Season Two In Review

March 5, 2014

SPOILER ALERT! Series 2 of Netflix favourite, House of Cards, is upon us and Deputy Editor Michael Cogley has the lowdown.

Aisling’s Special Favourites

March 5, 2014

A few of Aisling Kett’s favourite things this fortnight…stuff for your ears and stuff for your phone.

2,100 miles, one boat, one former DCU student

March 5, 2014

Former DCU student Philip Cavanagh is attempting to become the first Irishman to row 2,100 miles across the Pacific Ocean.

Intervarsity success for Equestrian Club

March 5, 2014

DCU’s equestrian club competed strongly at some recent intervarsity events.

Impressive O’Connor Cup win for Ladies football team

March 5, 2014

DCU’s ladies Gaelic football team recorded their second win in the group stages of the O’Connor Cup, beating UCD in St Clare’s.

Sun sets on Collingwood dreams for another year

March 5, 2014

DCU’s senior soccer team fell at the semi-final hurdle for the second year running in the Collingwood Cup last week.

REVIEW: Inside Llewyn Davis

March 5, 2014

Jason Brennan on the Oscars’ snub of the year, the Coen Brothers; “Inside Llewyn Davis.”

New Queens President to receive more pay than UK Prime Minister

March 5, 2014

Concerns have been raised as a new President of Queens University Belfast has been instated on a higher pay scale than the UK Prime Minister. Sharron Lynskey reports.

RAG-ons Den sees social projects receive cash boost

March 5, 2014

A recent RAG society event saw students pitch social enterprise ideas to a panel of social entrepreneurs in a bid for financial support. Hannah Moran reports.

State hopes to take in €900m from international students next year

March 5, 2014

The Foreign Affairs Minister has included educational services in Ireland’s international trade policy, hoping to take in €900m next year.