March 2020 – The College View

The disadvantages to working from home

March 31, 2020

According to the 2017 study by Regus, 48 percent reported that children or family demanding attention was the biggest issue when working at home. It can be particularly confusing for children, as your physical presence no longer means access. They may not understand that you have to remain detached and focused on work.

Petition to implement “no detriment” policy in DCU hits over 1,000 signatures

March 31, 2020

A petition to get DCU to implement a “no detriment” policy due to students working from home has passed over 1300 signatures on Change.org

Best walking trails in Ireland

March 31, 2020

Different counties offer different terrain and scenery, whether you are searching for a challenging hike or a serene stroll, there’s an idyllic walking trail to suit everyone’s needs.

Is it selfish to continue to engage in social activity at this time?

March 31, 2020

The situation in Spain and Italy sounds bad, but why should we be worried? According to the World Health Organisation, Italy has one of the best health care systems on Earth and they are overwhelmed and struggling to cope with this pandemic.

Irish defamation laws continue to make it difficult for journalists

March 31, 2020

The media is in huge financial trouble as it is. Having Irish defamation law so set against them is only going to result in fewer investigations being conducted and less corruption being exposed, hindering Irish democracy exponentially.

Closing the pubs was necessary but is it sustainable?

March 31, 2020

The move to close all pubs and clubs across the country to curb the spread of Covid-19 will be damaging to the entire nightlife sector, but it is a necessary step.

Radical reform needed to tackle sexual violence in universities

March 31, 2020

Studies worldwide show that victims of sexual harassment, assault and violence are less likely to report than victims of other crimes.

Praise of Varadkar is completely over the top

March 31, 2020

If mediocrity was ever deemed presidential, now is the time.

Student assessment changes due to Covid-19 could be an opportunity

March 31, 2020

The debate between final examinations versus continuous assessments.

Coronavirus response is pivotal to EU’s future

March 31, 2020

“The Covid-19 crisis will make or break the eurozone,” an open letter signed by over 400 economists, said last week.

The damaging impact of misinformation circulated online during the Coronavirus pandemic

March 31, 2020

Those who have a mission to protect the public, such as organisations like WHO, are the best sources for information about the virus.

What will Covid-19 mean for the Irish economy?

March 31, 2020

However, as it stands there is no clause in insurance contracts to protect against something like the coronavirus and because the government has not forced their closure these businesses are left with nothing.

The best budget European tour

March 30, 2020

One easy way of travelling to four of the cheapest destinations in Europe is starting with Croatia then to Hungary, Slovakia and finishing with the Czech Republic. All four destinations can be enjoyed with a budget of around €50 to €70 a day.

Niall Horan laments lost love in latest album

March 30, 2020

It’s been nearly ten years since a wee 16-year-old Niall Horan shot to fame. He auditioned for the X-Factor back in 2010, performing Ne-Yo’s song “So Sick,” and nearly didn’t get through as Katy Perry

DOOM Eternal: inside the game

March 30, 2020

DOOM Eternal had a lot of hype to live up to. A follow up to 2016’s reboot of the classic series, Eternal doesn’t drastically change the formula, but tweaks it enough to stand out as

Are virtual festivals the solution to your summer plans?

March 30, 2020

Virtual festivals and concerts could be the solution for the summer as the coronavirus continues to jeopardise the possibility of them taking place in the near future.

DCU Glee Cast: Behind the scenes

March 30, 2020

The Glee cast is different to other societies. We have one show, one goal, one setlist that we work towards for the entire year.

The best music documentaries to watch during isolation

March 30, 2020

Self isolation can get boring quickly but with streamiing platforms such as Netflix and Amazon prime, there are a lot of great options for music fans. Whether you want to watch Beyoncé’s concert from bed

Take caution when watching Contagion amid pandemic

March 30, 2020

The 2011 film has become extremely popular since the Coronavirus outbreak, climbing back up the iTunes charts this month to reach one of the top ten positions.

Break up the day with Daybreak

March 30, 2020

Daybreak is the teen drama comedy satire that we all need to watch, just in case the world ends. This post-apocalyptic series explores many cinematic genres of storytelling in its 10 episode spectacular, keeping audiences on their toes and keeping the presentation of the show fresh.

Pandemic brings viewers to the frontline of a health crisis

March 30, 2020

When Netflix made “Pandemic” they were highlighting a faraway problem, a problem for future generations.

Morrissey plays victim to political correctness with latest album

March 30, 2020

Morrissey has released his new album, “I Am Not a Dog on a Chain”, but his history of bigotry has left him with mixed reviews.

Everyone’s Everything pays homage to Lil Peep’s life and career

March 30, 2020

It’s amazing to think that Lil Peep was only 21 when he passed away. Even in the music industry, this is an astonishingly young age to meet your untimely death.

How we can support our favourite artists and creatives during the pandemic

March 30, 2020

Each day news from Italy brings more horror. With the death toll continually rising, one cannot help feeling lost when contemplating such a tragedy. However, the videos that emerged last week of Italian citizens singing “Bella Ciao” and other traditional songs from their balconies in solidarity with healthcare staff were certainly uplifting.

After Hours’ represents toxic love for The Weeknd

March 30, 2020

If you follow The Weeknd on Instagram, you have most likely come across footage of his new album “After Hours” which might have left you wondering what it was all about considering most scenes feature him with a bloody face in the streets of New York.