su elections Archives – The College View

Criticise those running for positions of power

March 20, 2019

More criticism of SU candidates and officers should be vocalised about their proposals and how suited they are to the roles. If we all sit back and regard candidates as just students trying to do their best, however true this may be, a popularity contest can instead prevail.

VP for Welfare and Equality: Cian Conroy

March 6, 2019

Cian Conroy is a humanities student who is in the running for Vice President for Welfare and Equality. His aim for the position is to let students know that he is approachable and that no

DCUSU Presidential candidate: Adam Healy

March 5, 2019

Commuter engagement, a healthy campus and a new disability officer are just three items on DCU Student’s Union Presidential Candidate, Adam Healy’s manifesto.

Eleven candidates run for position of Postgraduate Officer under same campaign manager

March 8, 2018

Engagement and unity were the main themes encompassed in all the speeches delivered by candidates at Tuesday night’s Postgraduate Hustings. While four candidates of the eleven were unable to attend due to work commitments, the

DCUSU VP for Welfare and Equality candidate: Jason Nesbitt

March 7, 2018

Jason Nesbitt would like to see a designated space in the new student hub to give students a chance to take time out from their stressful college day and look after their mental well-being.

SU Elections 2017: Who, what, when and where?

March 22, 2017

Tomorrow is the final day in which you can cast your vote to elect the 2017/18 DCU Students’ Unions. Voting takes place online: in order to do so simply log onto Loop and click the

What does the SU do for you?

March 22, 2017

According to Union of Students in Ireland (USI) the students’ union is an organised body of ‘willing would-be activists’ whose primary focus is defending the rights of the student, as well as enabling and furthering

VP Academic Affairs Candidate Brendan Power: Careers Week, extended library hours and an open-door policy

March 21, 2017

Brendan Power is a 21-year-old final-year Business student and is the current Chairperson of E-Soc. He is the sole candidate running for the position of VP for Academic Affairs in this year’s Students’ Union Elections.

VP Welfare & Equality Candidate Padraig Henry: Reduction of off-peak library fines, working with Campus Residences and accommodation pages for Erasmus students

March 21, 2017

Padraig Henry is running for DCUSU VP for Welfare and Equality because he says he wants to play an advisory role for students, tackle financial burdens and take the next step for promoting good mental health.

VP Welfare & Equality Candidate Jason Bolton: Improved counselling services, appeals for accommodation fines and placement support packs

March 21, 2017

22-year-old Analytical Science student Jason Bolton is focussed on improving mental health counselling services, a bigger promotion of sexual health as well as addressing the issue of fines in on-campus student accommodation.

Editorial: Election season is upon us

March 21, 2017

Election season is upon us. Hustings, manifestos, posters, debates, campaign videos, free food, more posters, celebrity endorsements, cheesy slogans. Yes sir, it’s the annual Students’ Union elections.

Half of DCUSU Election candidates speak at first round of Glasnevin hustings

March 9, 2017

The second round of the Group One hustings for the 2017 Students’ Union elections took place on the Glasnevin campus today at 1pm.

Institute for Education Rep: Caoilinn Ní Taidgh talks about the issues facing Education students in St. Pat’s

April 4, 2016

The role of Education Faculty rep will oversee the first-time transition of Education and Training students from DCU to St. Pat’s.

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President: Dylan Kehoe on “Wifi Walkway”, the upcoming USI referendum and his hopes to raise €100,000 if elected.

April 3, 2016

Dylan Kehoe is a final year Communications student. Kehoe has shown in the past that he can reach the goals that he sets himself and can deliver on high targets as proven when he both

Welfare: Cody Byrne on CRC, mental health & cross-campus engagement

April 3, 2016

Cody Byrne is a final year Psychology student. Byrne is the chairperson the Irish division of the largest student led organization in the world, a class rep and a student ambassador. He believes that he has the work ethic one requires for this role.

Welfare: Alison Ring on CRC, Mental Health & cross-campus engagement

April 3, 2016

Alison Ring is a final year Journalism student. Ring has worked with people with intellectual disabilities and physical disabilities, the homeless and ex-prisoners. She believes her experience has prepared her for the role of Welfare Officer.

Welfare: Shane Parsons on CRC, mental health & cross-campus engagement

April 3, 2016

Shane Parsons is a final year St. Pat’s student. Parson believes he has all the characteristics for the job, being approachable, hardworking and dedicated.

Welfare: Flanagan on boosting the Irish language

March 9, 2015

Education and Training student, Mikey Flanagan proposes a bike scheme between DCU, St. Pat’s and Mater Dei. “Cycling is a low cost way to improve health and to be happier. If a student ever has

Welfare: Gillian McInerney on sex, consent and communication

March 9, 2015

Second year Contemporary Culture and Society student Gillian McInerney is the current chairperson of DCU LGBTA and the Equality Officer for Gender and LGBT Issues in the Class Rep Council. If elected Welfare Officer, McInerney

Welfare: Drea on exam stress and healthy eating

March 9, 2015

Katie Drea is a final year Contemporary Culture and Society student who proposes appointing a Welfare Officer for each of DCU’s clubs and societies “to make it easier for students to talk about their problems

President: Kim Sweeney on CRC, fines and mental health

March 9, 2015

Kim Sweeney tells Katie O’Neill why she should be the next Students’ Union President

President: Timmy Crowe on shuttle buses, gym memberships and health services

March 9, 2015

Second-year Education and Training student Timmy Crowe aims to make “fun” a priority for the Students’ Union, if he was to be elected President.

“My heart really isn’t in it” – Keegan withdraws from Presidential race

March 5, 2015

Terry Keegan has withdrawn his candidacy from the presidential race in this year’s Student Union elections. In an exclusive interview with The College View, the business student cited his heavy workload as a reason. Laura Colgan reports.

Negative attitudes towards elections need to eliminated

April 2, 2014

Sean Cassidy reflects on how students engaged with candidates in last week’s Students’ Union elections.

Engage with candidates and vote in SU elections

March 19, 2014

Sean Cassidy on why it’s important for every DCU student to engage with the candidates in the upcoming SU elections and use their vote.