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Amy McLoughlin, Hannah Daygo announced as new College View Editors

April 14, 2023

Second-year Journalism students Amy McLoughlin and Hannah Giron Daygo have been announced as the new Editor-in-Chief and Deputy Editor of The College View. The pair will take up their new positions in the coming days,

The “Bully” blocker: Christine O’Mahony claims DCUSU colleagues bullied her

April 3, 2023

VP O’Mahony made claims to The College View and on her social media that she was the subject of bullying during her time on the DCUSU.

DCU votes for NUIG’s Gujulla to be USI President

March 22, 2023

Sai Gujulla of NUI Galway has been chosen by DCU students to be the next President of the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). The vote was opened last night following the hustings of candidates

2023 DCU Students’ Union USI Hustings – Live Updates

March 21, 2023

I Disappointed My Mother But It Turned Out To Be The Most Euphoric Time Of My Young Adult Life

March 15, 2023

As the eldest daughter in a Filipino family, being free and independent is a luxury. But, about four months ago, I found myself at Dublin Airport, having spent my birthday money and my last job’s

We Should Enjoy Dublin…While We Have It

March 15, 2023

Startling projection would see much of Dublin submerged by 2100 The coastal areas of Dublin expected to be under water by 2100. Source: Climate Central Much of Dublin’s coastline will be submerged in 1.7m

Girl Talks Empower: How A Simple Conversation Helped Me Discover My Fibroadenoma

March 15, 2023

In celebration of International Women’s Month, I am sharing my Fibroadenoma story from ignoring my symptoms to breast awareness — here’s why it’s important to listen to your body… I started with the left breast,

DCU Drag Race 2023 returns with larger venue, production value

March 2, 2023

The LGBTA Society’s annual Drag Race is returning in a week’s time, with a move to a larger venue, translating to a bigger production value. The annual event takes place next Thursday, 9th March in

Giraffes vs Penguins: The Generational Debate

February 15, 2023

The question has plagued me for years now, and I’ve come to realise that the only solution is a truly logical and analytical approach. So I’ve got a list of aspects I’ve written up with

Wild Youth to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2023

February 15, 2023

Wild Youth has been selected as the Irish Eurovision 2023 entry, after a tightly contested race in The Late Late Show’s Eurosong national selection. The band saw off bookies favourite CONNOLLY to win the competition by two

Is it Right to Convert Places of Historical Tragedy into EducationalCenters?

February 15, 2023

Plans are underway to turn the former Dublin Magdalene laundry into an educational centre to remember the atrocities that occurred at the site. The Office of Public Works (OPW) is converting the former institution into

Compliments, Contradictions and Campaigns – DCUSU Presidential Election Kicks Off

February 13, 2023

In the first event of the DCUSU Presidential Elections, incumbent Thomas O’Dowd and Brandon Perry laid out their platforms.

DCU Dóchas Éireann - Sigerson Cup Quarter-Final

DCU Dóchas Éireann advance to Sigerson semi-final

February 5, 2023

DCU Dóchas Éireann 2-12 MTU Cork 0-09DCU Dóchas Éireann advanced to the semi-final of the Electric Ireland Sigerson Cup with a nine-point win over MTU Cork. Second half goals from Jack Bryant and Lorcan O’Dell

Articles

Why the Media Production Society has fallen off

February 1, 2023

After years of domination at the top of DCU’s Clubs and Societies leaderboard, it has officially been confirmed that the Media Production Society has fallen off. In this article, I endeavour to discuss the myriad

The 5 Least Sexy College Degrees in DCU

February 1, 2023

From Chemistry to Computing, there are so many courses on offer here at DCU, all with varying levels of sexiness. Though very subjective, the facts are the facts- Communications takes the cake as the sexiest

The Reality Shows that You Need in Your Life

February 1, 2023

Whether it’s vicariously living as a New York socialite or a Beverly Hills party girl, reality shows are truly a perfect escape from the mundane. Envious lifestyles packed with plentiful drama make for the ultimate

Tá méadú sna huimhreacha TG4 don tríú bhlian as a chéile.

January 31, 2023

Bhreathnaigh 3.64 milliún daoine ar TG4 i rith 2022, dar le figiúirí nua ón stáisiún teilifíse. Tá méadú tagtha ar líon lucht féachana TG4 arís don bhliain seo caite, i gcomhréir le treochtaí na blianta

The Benefits of Participating in ‘Dry January’ Amidst Ireland’s Binge Drinking Epidemic

January 21, 2023

January is a clean slate. We are all tightening the reigns after the overindulgences we allowed over theChristmas period. We make the same cliché promises every year. The holy trinity; we are going to eathealthy,

Blue Monday- Lets tackle it together

January 16, 2023

So you survived Friday the 13th just to be hit in the face with Blue Monday. ‘Blue Monday’ comes just as the Christmas and party season becomes a distant memory and the January blues officially

Séan McGinley wins silver at European Cross Country Championships

December 23, 2022

Following on from the massive DCU success at last year’s European Cross Country Championships onhome soil in Abbotstown, Séan McGinley helped Ireland to a team silver medal at the 2022 edition of the championships in

DCU cruise into next round of Ashbourne Cup after victory over Maynooth

December 23, 2022

DCU 6-18Maynooth University (MU) 0-04 The DCU Camogie team put Maynooth away with little difficulty in a one-sided first round of championship game played at St. Clare’s. Though MU put up some resistance through some

Black Friday Bargains to get you organised before Exam Season

November 23, 2022

With Black Friday just around the corner on November 25th, and Christmas creeping up on us. Theres no better time to start your gift shopping for your near and dear. We’ve put some of the

Hear Me Out: Studying at home doesn’t give the same buzz anymore

November 23, 2022

Change location: Stepping out of your comfort home to study in cafes. It is halfway through the semester, which means exams and assignments are close to due dates. Students also put their best effort into

Christmas all year round

November 13, 2022

Every single person in the world loves Christmas, it’s the happiest holiday of the year. One wonders why we cannot celebrate it all the time. It’s the perfect chance to keep up with family arguments

Screw the costumes, keep the cost down.

November 13, 2022

Just as the leaves blow through the streets this fall season, devil ears, cat’s tails, and angelwings roll around the dark corners of Camden Street. On Halloween, we see both sides of thescale, where costumes