Hannah Kelly Archives – The College View

DCU students in receipt of more grants than other Dublin colleges

February 22, 2017

Many variables including geographic location and minimum entry requirements play into why DCU has the highest number of grant recipients of Dublin universities, DCU Access said.

USI launch their National Student Housing Survey

February 8, 2017

The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) have invited students across the Republic of Ireland to fill in their National Student Housing Survey to assess conditions and preferences.

Was Gilmore Girls worth revisiting?

February 8, 2017

After years of long-term fans patiently awaiting an update from our beloved Stars Hollow, Netflix brought us a six part mini-series, Gilmore Girls: A Year in The Life, to revisit the Connecticut town. If you’re

Bullying is more than just temporary pain

November 16, 2016

It is estimated that 30 percent of young people in Ireland will experience bullying in their lives, which unfortunately often continues into the workplace as an adult.

1030 DCU students apply for Student Assistance Fund this year

October 26, 2016

1030 people applied for financial aid from the Student Assistance Fund in DCU this semester, according to Student Support and Development (SDD). This number is expected to increase when applications reopen in second semester. Last

DCU Clubs & Socs fair reaches record sign ups

October 12, 2016

DCU clubs and societies registered over 15,500 sign ups during the Clubs and Societies Fair 26th-29th September, according to DCU clubs and society office.

Consider Consent

October 12, 2016

Consent is not a subject that should be lightly tip-toed around, as rape cases rise and reported cases fall, people should not fear standing up for their consent as it is their basic human right.

How to make the most out of university

September 28, 2016

Walking onto campus for your first year at DCU, you might feel nervous, excited and unsure of what to expect. With so many opportunities at your fingertips, it can be overwhelming figuring out how to

Exam-proof skincare

April 20, 2016

As a woman who’s suffered from cystic acne since I was 13, I understand the importance of good skincare around exam season. Here’s my top tips I swear by for healthy, spot-free skin: Manage

Living with a heart condition

April 6, 2016

Hannah Kelly gives an insight into what it’s like living with a heart condition.

Engineering and Computing Hustings: Condon, Hayden and McCullagh

April 6, 2016

The hustings for the Engineering and Computing faculty convener began with a three minute opening statement from each candidate and then opened up the floor for questions. The three candidates running for the position are: Riain Condon, Avril

CRC top of the agenda for Engagement & Development post

April 6, 2016

Five candidates compete for one of the new positions on the Students’ Union, Vice President for Engagement and Development.

TCD Students Against fees wants to “finish the year with a bang”

March 23, 2016

TCD Students Against Fees held a meeting on Tuesday to decide on their structure and the action they should take.

Laura Harmon,former USI president runs for Seanad Election

March 9, 2016

Former USI president, Laura Harmon announced she will run as an Independent candidate in the Seanad Eireann elections. She is running for a position on the National University of Ireland panel, which consists of three

Over 350 students attend DCU blood donation clinic

March 9, 2016

Over 350 students attended DCU’s blood donation clinic run by the Irish Blood Transfusion Service, last week.

GE16: The breakdown on education policies

February 24, 2016

Analysis of the main four parties’ manifesto education sections for the General Election of 2016

DCU wide network project causes disturbances

February 24, 2016

An upgraded wired and wireless network system is being installed across all DCU campuses and is the reason for recent server disturbances, Information Systems Services (ISS) says.

Dating in Dublin – Things to do on Valentine’s Day

February 10, 2016

Hannah Kelly’s alternative ideas on how to spend Valentine’s Day.

Exams held in St.Pats’ due to lack of space

February 10, 2016

DCU exams being held on St.Pats’ campus was because of a spacing issue and not because of the incorporation.

Ugandan LGBT+ activist, Sandra Nametubi, asks for acceptance

November 18, 2015

“Our aim is for people to understand us, not accept us”, said Sandra Nametubi in a speech given to International Relations students in DCU on Thursday.

USI figures show cost of college causing anxiety

October 14, 2015

USI figures show cost of college causing anxiety

The Value of Volunteering

October 14, 2015

When starting something new and unfamiliar like university, it is important to feel like you belong. There are many different ways of achieving this, through clubs and societies, being on the class representative council, or volunteering.