Zainab Boladale Archives – The College View

Zainab Boladale voted onto DCU’s Governing Authority as she hopes to be the voice for students

November 25, 2020

Former DCU student Zainab Boladale was appointed to DCU’s Governing Authority on Friday November 13th.

DCU Alumni Lands Presenter Role on RTÉ

September 27, 2017

Former DCU journalism student Zainab Boladale has been named as a new presenter on RTÉ’s news2day program.

Queens University wins intervarsity poetry slam in NCAD

April 5, 2017

A Queen’s University Belfast student was crowned winner of the Intervarsity Poetry Slam competition held in the National College of Art and Design, on March 29th.

How Dublin’s drag scene developed

March 22, 2017

The world of drag is exciting, colourful, fast-paced and unpredictable. Drag appeals to people because it isn’t bound by any defined set of rules, especially when it comes to the portrayal of a gender whether

Fine Dining on a Student Budget

March 8, 2017

Fine dining can be difficult on a student budget, writer Zainab Boladale has found some delicious dining experiences in Dublin that will not leave you penniless. Eating well and in luxury does not have to

Sussed: Afrobeat

February 8, 2017

The birth of Afrobeat happened almost a decade after West African countries such as Nigeria and Ghana gained their independence from British rule in the 60’s. During a time where freedom and hope for future

UCC hosts 25th annual USI Pink Training

November 30, 2016

The 25th USI Pink Training took place in University College Cork from November 25th – 27th.

How the world of Black Mirror has become terrifyingly realistic

November 16, 2016

Netflix’s season three release of ‘Black Mirror’ welcomed old and new audiences to its glossy yet twisted dystopian world of technological advancements. As our world keeps excelling in inventions that keep us plugged into our

Sussed: October Poems

October 30, 2016

In Battle of The Eighth, Zainab Boladale highlights how historically and traditionally women have always been the victimised by the laws that govern our society. The very same victimisation that can be seen in the arguments

DCUSU offers helping hand for mental health

October 26, 2016

DCU Students’ Union Mental Health Week, promoted as “Helping Hands Week”, is taking place across the DCU campuses, this week.

How volunteering can benefit you

October 26, 2016

Volunteering has always been a fun and productive way for people to give back. Whether you have volunteered with an organisation or a charity, the very basis of volunteering means to give your time to help.

Romantic gift ideas

February 16, 2015

INEXPENSIVE VALENTINES DAY GIFTS: As Valentine’s Day approaches many people find themselves stuck for meaningful presents to give to their significant other. Here is a list of gifts that will not only impress your partner

Review: BoJack Horseman, season one

October 15, 2014

Zainab Boladale takes a look at the latest Netflix original series.