The College View Archives – Page 2 of 125

Bystander intervention programme launched for UCC students

February 6, 2019

An online bystander intervention programme against sexual harassment and violence was launched in UCC.

Hundreds of UL students may have received wrong exam results

February 6, 2019

Hundreds of University of Limerick students may have received inaccurate exam results that could have impacted their degrees, the Dáil’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) heard on January 24th.

Bill to ban goods from Israeli settlements passes Dáil stage

February 6, 2019

The occupied territories bill passed its second stage in the Dáil, despite opposition from the Government.

Let me listen to Take That in peace

February 6, 2019

person’s taste in music varies depending on many factors ranging from the type of music they were exposed to from an early age, their personal preference and their life experience.

How Chris Brown remains popular

February 6, 2019

Back then, one could go into a local nightclub without hearing one of his hits blaring through speakers like Kiss Kiss and With You. He became an icon known for his use of autotune and style meshing Hip Hop, RnB and dance.

Garda strike ban breaches EU law

February 6, 2019

The failure to give Gardaí the legal right to strike action has left Ireland in violation of the European Social Charter, according to the body responsible for monitoring countries compliance, the European Committee of Social Rights.

DCU to maintain ties with controversial tech company Huawei

February 6, 2019

Dublin City University is maintaining links with Huawei despite top universities globally severing connections with the company.

Registry and others not made aware of new pilot timetable

February 6, 2019

Registry and the ISS library helpdesk were both unaware that an alternative timetable system even existed.

New Irish movement set to advocate for women, trans and non-binary people living with disabilities

February 6, 2019

Disabled Women Ireland (DWI) held an open meeting in Dogpatch Labs to populate their working groups that will steer the next steps in the organisation’s movement.

Minister welcomes Ireland’s 42nd trade expo Showcase

February 6, 2019

Ireland’s 42nd trade expo ‘Showcase’ was welcomed by Heather Humphreys.

Futsal sides qualify for national finals

February 6, 2019

Both of DCU’s Futsal teams qualified for the national finals. David Azcona and Denise Callinan talk about the journeys their respective teams have had.

Female employees less likely to receive pensions

February 6, 2019

Female employees are less likely to receive pension and bonus payouts compared to male employees, according to a survey conducted by Aviva.

NUIG research centre involved in development of key health devices

February 6, 2019

An NUI Galway research centre will be involved in three major industry projects in medical devices worth €4.8 million.

NUI Galway researchers launch consent programme for TY students

February 6, 2019

NUIG researchers plan to launch sexual consent workshops for Transition year students in secondary school.

Climate case hears that the National Mitigation plan violates human rights

February 6, 2019

During the landmark case, now known as Climate Case, Friends of the Irish Environment stated the 2017 National Mitigation Plan violates human rights.

David Hawkshaw captains Ireland U20s

February 6, 2019

The former Belvedere schools and current Leinster player, David Hawkshaw, has been named as captain for Ireland U20s Six Nations campaign.

Jamie Lennon receives Ireland U21 call-up

February 6, 2019

St. Patrick’s Athletic and DCU midfielder Jamie Lennon was recently called up to the Republic of Ireland U21 training camp by new manager Stephen Kenny.

Teenagers in North Dublin are being mugged at knife-point

February 6, 2019

A number of knifed muggings have been occuring against teenagers in north Dublin.

Facebook plans to merge Messenger, Whatsapp and Instagram chats

February 6, 2019

Facebook have announced that the have plans in action to merge associated messaging apps Whatsapp, Instagram and Messenger.

Hyland sinks previous Irish swimming records

February 6, 2019

Brendan Hyland broke two Irish national records in two days, in the 100 and 200 fly.

DCU undergo changes to public transport

February 6, 2019

Changes have been made to public transport within DCU and for those commuting into DCU.

University converts 2018 waste into an alternative to fossil fuel

February 6, 2019

DCU generated more recovery waste than any other last year which was used to make SRF, an alternative to fossil fuel and used in the making of cement.

Sally Rooney’s Normal People is a millennial love story

February 6, 2019

The reader bears witness to Marianne falling deeper and deeper into a spiral of self-hatred that leads her to expect the worst from people and allows her to engage in demeaning and oppressive relationships.

DCU Rugby set focus on cup action

February 6, 2019

DCU Rugby are turning their attention to cup competition as the Men’s Brendan Johnston Cup and Women’s Tier 1 Cup kicks off this month.

Dying from the flu

February 6, 2019

As flu cases deaths increased over the the recent winter season, there was also no dramtic growth in people getting the flu vaccine.