News Archives – The College View

Overcrowding in DCU’s libraries during exam periods

April 18, 2018

The College View covers the issue of overcrowding in DCU’s libraries, what affect this is having on students, and what is being done about it.

Siobhán Nic Thaidhg: flags, cups and class reps

April 18, 2018

The College View reflect of Siobhán Nic Thaidhg’s term as Vice President for Engagement and Development in the DCU Student Union.

Niall Behan SU Spread

September 27, 2017

DCU Student Union President Niall Behan hopes to cater to all DCU campuses and students equally during the second year since the amalgamation of the student unions from St. Patrick’s College and Mater Dei Institute

Postgrads dissatisfied with accommodation changes

September 27, 2017

Postgraduate students are unhappy with the increase in rent and change in lease length that occurred over the summer, according to Student’s Union postgraduate officer, Allan Stevenson.

Shanowen Square targeted by overseas hackers

September 27, 2017

Student accommodation Shanowen Square was targeted by a cyber attack from an overseas account which contacted residents on their behalf looking for payment.

Hub construction target completion date moved to March

September 27, 2017

The target date for completion of the new Student Hub building has been pushed from February to March, according to DCU SU president Niall Behan.

Double digit rent increases continue in Dublin

September 27, 2017

The cost of renting nationally is 11.8 percent higher than this time last year, and rents in Dublin have risen an average of 12.3 percent annually according to a report released by Daft.ie. This is the

DCU ranks in top 250 universities globally in Arts and Humanities

September 27, 2017

Dublin City University (DCU) has been ranked within the top 250 universities globally in the area of Arts and Humanities by one of the most widely recognised third level ranking bodies. The Times Higher Education

Podge Henry SU Spread

September 27, 2017

Helping with the vast numbers of students seeking accommodation has been his “most stressful time by far” according to New VP for Welfare and Equality Podge Henry.

Motor Neurone Disease and Schizophrenia genetically linked, university research finds

April 5, 2017

A genetic link between motor neuron disease and schizophrenia has been identified, in a study led by Trinity College Dublin researchers.

Crystal engineering: Irish universities lead the way in developing innovative technology

April 5, 2017

Belfast based MOF technologies have agreed to license and commercialise two new materials created at the University of Limerick to try and combat greenhouse gasses.

TV licence set to be introduced for tablets, computers and laptops

April 5, 2017

TV licences are set to be introduced for tablets, laptops and computers as the current law in Ireland is to be changed by the Minister of Communications, Dennis Naughten.

DIT drops Garda vetting requirement for mature students in “second chance” programme

April 5, 2017

DIT have discarded the requirement of Garda vetting for mature students when applying to its ‘second chance education’ programme after controversial public opinion.

Employer’s levy to increase by 200 million to help fund higher education in Ireland

March 22, 2017

The Government is seeking to increase the employer levy by 50% to help fund higher and further education and training by 2020.

Engineering drops in CAO first preferences

March 22, 2017

The numbers of CAO first preference applications for Engineering in DCU has risen despite a decrease of 5 per cent in first preference Engineering applications nationally.

Drug testing kits to be introduced in Irish nightclubs

March 22, 2017

Free drug testing kits could soon be provided by nightclubs to check the ‘purity’ of substances bought by users to help reduce the risk of accidental death. The tests will ensure drugs such as cocaine

Trinity college found in breach of advertising regulations

March 8, 2017

Trinity College Dublin has been found to be in breach of advertising guidelines regarding a course listing on the university’s website.

Trinity college set to acquire Iveagh Grounds sports facility

March 8, 2017

Trinity College’s proposed purchase of Iveagh Grounds sports facility is set to save a number of sports clubs from relocation according to the chairman of the Guinness Athletic Union.

20% Drop in number of Irish students applying to study in the UK

March 8, 2017

The number of students applying to study in the UK has dropped by about 20% since the Brexit vote in 2016.

Female run news website HerCampus launches in DCU

February 22, 2017

HerCampus, a female-run news site aimed at college level students has been launched in DCU.

Trinity college re-included in top 200 universities in the world

February 22, 2017

Following Temporary Exclusion Last Year, Trinity Ranked 131st in World by Times Higher Education.

DCU students take back the fifth goujon

February 22, 2017

Nubar has always been famous for its chicken goujons and chips deal for €5 since the dawn of time.

Fellowship founded to help students from under privileged backgrounds to become barristers

February 22, 2017

A new fellowship offering two aspiring barristers from disadvantaged socio-economically backgrounds a chance to study at the King’s Inns in Dublin was announced earlier this month.

Trinity Receive Confirmation On 250-Bed Project

February 8, 2017

Trinity College Dublin are to redevelop Oisín House on Pearse Street into a 250-bed accommodation project after receiving verbal confirmation from Dublin City Council.

TCD SU oppose loan scheme

February 8, 2017

Trinity College Dublin Student’s Union council have passed the motion to oppose student loans, two years on from the initial rejection of the motion.