Emily Clarke Archives – The College View

How to manifest with the moon

April 14, 2021

A new moon cycle is approaching, with a full moon lighting the sky on April 26th. Many people use crystals and manifestation to make the most out of the moon and to harvest its spiritual energy.

Cancel culture and the “be kind” movement can’t co-exist

April 14, 2021

Soon after the tragic news of TV presenter, Caroline Flack’s death people flooded social media with the message ‘Be Kind’. T-shirts, phone cases and endless quotes were made, shared and bought.

Garnier products are now officially cruelty free

March 24, 2021

Speaking on the brand, Garnier Global Brand President, Adrien Koskas explains that they “have been committed to a world against animal testing since 1989.”

Students look back on one year of online learning

March 24, 2021

This month marks a year since students across Ireland began online learning. We all thought we were getting two weeks off college; little did we realise that if we fast forward to 2021, we would still be in the same situation.

Dean O’Reilly – Candidate for VP for Wellbeing

March 19, 2021

Current DCU Students’ Union (DCUSU) Vice President (VP) for Welfare and Equality, Dean O’Reilly is campaigning to be the next VP for Wellbeing.

DCU collaborating on videos with the GAA to keep children active

March 3, 2021

DCU and the GAA team have teamed up to launch a video series aimed at keeping primary school children physically active during Covid-19.

Maynooth graduate encourages students to expand their horizons

February 24, 2021

Luke Joyce established his own premium cleaning company when he realised he didn’t want to be “just another one of thousands” in a big corporation.

The toxic TikTok diet culture needs to stop

February 24, 2021

Many of the #WhatIEatinADay videos on TikTok set out an unrealistic expectation of how we should be losing weight.

How Brexit has changed how we shop online

February 24, 2021

With all the closures, online shopping has taken over our lives. When Brexit kicked in it completely changed how we shop online as it brought extra charges and waiting times.

Rise in Covid-19 cases among Irish students

February 24, 2021

Covid-19 cases have spike among the Irish student population, with a total of 135 cases confirmed in NUIG and GMIT earlier this month.

Why you should continue to cut back on your alcohol intake

February 10, 2021

For many, the first month of the year is known as dry January where people don’t drink any alcohol throughout the month.

Student nurses deserve more than just a round of applause

December 9, 2020

On several occasions we have stood on our doorsteps and applauded the frontline workers, as they deserved it but now they also deserved to be paid.

Methadone clinic users still face stigma almost two decades on

November 25, 2020

Methadone clinics have been in Ireland since 1998. Their patients are still facing the same stigma as those who attended the clinics 22 years ago.

Using Feng Shui to attract positivity in your home

November 25, 2020

Feng Shui enables you to change the placement of your belongings to welcome harmony and a natural flow of positive energy.

Methadone clinic patients still face stigma two decades on

November 25, 2020

The Methadone Treatment Protocol (MTP) has been in Ireland since 1998. The patients of these methadone clinics are still facing the same stigma as those who attended the clinics 22 years ago.

Simon Harris confirms additional €15million allocated to higher education

November 11, 2020

Simon Harris TD, confirmed that an additional €15 million is to be given to higher education institutions for capital works and equipment.

The lingering effects of ‘long covid’

October 28, 2020

Some people with Covid-19 will have symptoms that linger or recur for weeks or months after their initial recovery, this is known as long covid.

“The Haunting of Bly Manor” tells a chilling love story

October 28, 2020

While this is a horror series, this particular season takes on a dramatic yet chilling love story that even those who can’t stand horror could enjoy.

Students to receive €250 payment under 2021 budget

October 28, 2020

Third-level students are set to receive a €250 payment in the coming year in recognition of the impact of Covid-19 on students, as outlined in the Budget 2021.

The stranded Leaving Cert class of 2020

October 14, 2020

Thousands of Leaving Cert students we left with nothing to commemorate the end of this phase of their life as they embark on a new one.

DCU Student Union host virtual events to help first years adapt

October 14, 2020

The Student’s Union of DCU have held a number of virtual events to help first years adapt to a new hybrid of online learning and interact with their potential classmates.

The USI’s #EducationForAll campaign

October 14, 2020

The USI launched the #EducationForAll campaign in hope of highlighting students who have past and present issues with the high cost of student fees and accommodation.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s “clean sleeping” promotes a healthy sleep routine

October 14, 2020

The idea behind clean sleeping is essentially making it your goal to get at least eight hours of quality sleep every night.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s tips for clean sleeping

October 14, 2020

Ever since the lockdown, insomnia is something almost all of us have experienced. Our routines are messed up and the longer you leave it the harder it is to just get to bed and get

Anti-mask protests in Ireland begin to grow violent

September 23, 2020

A series of anti-mask protests have taken place across the country, in an effort to stop the government from legally mandating face coverings.