Megan Roantree Archives – The College View

Students urged to get smart and learn to restart a heart

April 6, 2016

A Campaign has been set up in DCU to raise awareness and encourage people to learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 62 per cent of DCU students surveyed said that they are unable to perform CPR. Final year

Fight continues to repeal the Eighth

April 6, 2016

“USI has been pro-choice and campaigning for Irish abortion services since the early 80s. We are proud to stand alongside and fully support Amnesty International in this campaign.” Said Union of Students in Ireland President, Kevin Donoghue.

Don’t blame yourself if your counsellor isn’t right for you

March 23, 2016

Counsellors have heard it all, they have been built up and trained, but no amount of books, training or even time working in the field can force two people to work well together in a small room in which one of them shares their deepest or saddest thoughts.

The changing world of children’s toys

March 9, 2016

Toys are changing, while some people may worry that tablets and smartphones are taking over and that young children are becoming dependent on technology, in the opposite direction, many toys are becoming more suitable and appropriate for children every day.

Fitness inspiration from Morley’s Motivation

February 24, 2016

“For the first few weeks I was too embarrassed to face the gym, so I just stuck it out with my meal plan and when I got enough confidence I joined the gym at home and in DCU as well as the boxing club for some added push.”

Will Sheen’s HIV help or hinder the cause?

December 2, 2015

While he may have come out with some irresponsible comments Sheen has also done something important- he has got people talking about an illness which affects millions of people worldwide.

REVIEW: Brooklyn

December 2, 2015

Megan Roantree takes a look at the the big-screen adaption of Colm Toibin’s novel Brooklyn, starring Saoirse Ronan.

The Great Debate: Unpaid internships are worth the experience

November 18, 2015

It is a known fact that internships are a great addition to any CV or LinkedIn profile. Regardless of pay having an impressive internship can put you ahead of your competitors, as it shows determination, dedication and a good work ethic.

Beg, Borrow, Berlin.

November 18, 2015

Enterprise society’s (Esoc) annual event Beg, Borrow. Steal will take place on November 18th and this year they are going further than ever.

Will criminalisation stop female genital cutting?

October 28, 2015

For those who do not know, female genital mutilation is a process carried out in which external female genitalia is partially or completely removed. It is more often than not, done without consent or even anaesthetic to girls anywhere from infancy upwards.

From cyber stalking to coercive control, abuse has many forms

October 14, 2015

Women’s Aid, which has been working in Ireland since 1974 have launched a campaign called 2in2u. The campaign is aimed at helping young women in relationships to be aware of what is safe and what is sinister.

Getting home safely; there’s an app for that

September 30, 2015

The newest way to keep your friend in the know as you walk home is in the form of an App. The app known as companion is taking the world by storm since its release just a few weeks ago.

The great debate: We should all take a year out before college

September 30, 2015

Looking back to that decision I made almost five years ago, I haven’t regretted it once. Taking a time out from studying opened so many doors for me and made my dream of travelling possible.

Yes Equality: A final plea

April 22, 2015

As the final issue before the referendum goes to print, Megan Roantree makes a final plea for a yes vote.

Online obsession at its worst

April 22, 2015

It will come as no surprise to anyone how obsessed our society is with online attention. Whether it is Facebook likes or Twitter favourites our generation is all about social media gratification. It won’t be

Melanie Murphy on depression, disorders and becoming a role model

March 11, 2015

Melanie Murphy is the latest DCU student to succeed in the entertainment industry

Faith within the Inter Faith

February 25, 2015

There’s a lot more on offer in the Inter Faith centre than just religion.

The expectation of over-sexualisation

February 25, 2015

Megan Roantree examines the controversy that arose after the release of Sia’s “Elastic Heart” video.

Movember raising awareness of men’s health amongst DCU community

November 20, 2013

The Movember campaign, which sees males grow moustaches for November, is raising awareness amongst members of the DCU community who may not otherwise think about their health. Megan Roantree reports.

Petition to commemorate Trinity students dead in World War Two

November 6, 2013

Campaigners have controversially called for a monument to be erected in honour of Trinity students who fought and died for the British forces in World War Two, as Megan Roantree reports.