Shauna Power Archives – The College View

Stretched to the limit: Ireland is lacking in specialist doctors to treat children’s mental health

April 21, 2020

The Covid-19 pandemic has drawn public and political attention to the Irish health system and the courageous work of health workers on the front line. Before the pandemic struck, reporters from The College View identified

Stretched to the limit: Children with mental illness treated as “second class citizens”

April 21, 2020

Moore believes that because Slaney House wasn’t seen as a “proper” clinical service, it was not subject to normal hygiene rules in healthcare facilities and “the dirt at times was disgusting”.

All EU countries need to back ‘coronabonds’ and show unity in a time of crisis

April 13, 2020

However, the EU is supposed to be a partnership, a marriage, for better or worse. In a marriage, there’s always a higher earner, a more organised half but you carry each other.

Asthmatics urged to stop stockpiling medication by the Asthma Society of Ireland

April 1, 2020

People with asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease(COPD) are being urged not to stockpile their medication during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The best music documentaries to watch during isolation

March 30, 2020

Self isolation can get boring quickly but with streamiing platforms such as Netflix and Amazon prime, there are a lot of great options for music fans. Whether you want to watch Beyoncé’s concert from bed

Inventive ways in occupying ourselves during isolation

March 29, 2020

Self isolation is hard. Humans naturally crave interaction with others so it’s only a matter of time before loneliness sets in. However, there are things you can do to create a home that repels loneliness and activities that will make you feel more connected to your friends and yourself than ever.

Self care routines perfect for relaxing after stress filled days

March 29, 2020

It’s important to take good care of your body, both physically and mentally every day, not just when you’re feeling sick. Learning how to eat right, exercise regularly and take time-out when you need it are the main aspects of self-care and can help you stay healthy and less stressed.

€3 million to go towards decarbonisation in higher education institutions

March 18, 2020

The Government has announced a €3 million pilot programme to improve energy efficiecy and support decarbonisation in higher education institutions.

RCSI brings forward exams amid concern over spread of coronavirus

March 18, 2020

Examinations which were to be held at the end of April were brought forward to last weekend in order to ensure that there is no delay in the graduation of the class of 2020. The change of dates is in response to any restrictions that could be put in place as a result of the Coronavirus.

The effects of exercise on mental health

March 15, 2020

Exercise is not just about improving your physique or losing weight. People who regularly exercise tend to do so because it gives them a sense of well-being and is scientifically proven to improve your mental health.

Regular exercise can have a positive impact on depression, anxiety and more. It also relieves stress, improves memory, helps you sleep better and boosts your energy, making you feel better throughout the long college day.

SU Elections 2020 – No one running for Science & Health Faculty Rep, Clubs Officer & Societies Officer

March 3, 2020

There are no candidates running for the positions of Clubs Officer, Societies Officer or Science and Health Faculty Rep in the upcoming DCU students’ union (SU) elections.

SU Elections 2020 – Postgraduate Officer: Isabel Aust

March 3, 2020

Equality of access, participation, and outcomes for postgraduate students in DCU are three subjects on the agenda for Isabel Aust, who is running uncontested for the position of Postgraduate Student Officer in the upcoming SU elections.

Edy Nastase with glasses and a white t-shirt.

SU Elections 2020 – Engineering and Computing Faculty Rep: Edy Nastase

March 3, 2020

Edy Nastase is a first-year common engineering student and the only candidate running for the position of Engineering and Computing Faculty Rep. “I want to represent DCU’s next generation of STEM students and offer them the opportunity of becoming the best at international level”, said Nastase.

Artists are being paid with “exposure” rather than money

March 2, 2020

The culture of underpaying or not paying artists is unfair and unsustainable according to the Arts Council of Ireland, who have recently launched a policy to ensure artists are paid fairly.

HerCampus host ABBA night

February 19, 2020

DCU’s Her Campus society held ‘ABBA night’ for the second year running in the Venue, on Wednesday, February 12th, with proceeds going to the Dubin Rape Crisis Centre.

Healthy eating on a student budget

February 16, 2020

Healthy food can be expensive and it can be difficult to eat well when you’re on a student budget. However there are many ways to stretch your budget and still eat a healthy, balanced diet.

Powerful Irish women in the film industry

February 5, 2020

Arguably Ireland’s most successful actor/actress, dominating the Hollywood scene, is 25 year-old Saoirse Ronan. She’s the second-youngest four-time Oscar nominee ever and her recent role in Greta Gerwig’s Little Women will undoubtedly cement her name as one of the greats

Streaming killed the video star

December 11, 2019

The move to online streaming platforms such as Netflix/Amazon Prime and the use of social media apps, has had an astronomical effect on the amount of viewers abandoning traditional TV broadcasting.

Best Christmas markets in Europe

December 11, 2019

The countdown to Christmas is on and if there’s one thing we all love is Christmas markets. When deciding on a destination for a Christmas break away, there’s a lot of planning and factors to take into consideration.

7 year difference in life expectancy of Ireland’s richest and poorest

December 11, 2019

The divide is revealed in The National Deprivation Index for Ireland from Trinity College. Researchers analysed life expectancy by deprivation at a county level and found that life expectancy in the most deprived county was 7 years lower than in the least deprived county.

Shauna Power

Stretched to the limit: Ireland is lacking in specialist doctors to treat children’s mental health

Stretched to the limit: Children with mental illness treated as “second class citizens”

All EU countries need to back ‘coronabonds’ and show unity in a time of crisis

Asthmatics urged to stop stockpiling medication by the Asthma Society of Ireland

The best music documentaries to watch during isolation

Inventive ways in occupying ourselves during isolation

Self care routines perfect for relaxing after stress filled days

€3 million to go towards decarbonisation in higher education institutions

RCSI brings forward exams amid concern over spread of coronavirus

The effects of exercise on mental health

SU Elections 2020 – No one running for Science & Health Faculty Rep, Clubs Officer & Societies Officer

SU Elections 2020 – Postgraduate Officer: Isabel Aust

SU Elections 2020 – Engineering and Computing Faculty Rep: Edy Nastase

Artists are being paid with “exposure” rather than money

HerCampus host ABBA night

Healthy eating on a student budget

Powerful Irish women in the film industry

Streaming killed the video star

Best Christmas markets in Europe

7 year difference in life expectancy of Ireland’s richest and poorest

UL expand campus to increase student numbers by 4000

The musicians helping to make climate change a cultural movement

Water Plant responsible for boil water notice not managing contamination risks

Wanderlust: Amsterdam

DCU’s ties to Vietnamese university strengthened by STEM