College

USI Calls on Government to Abandon Plans for a Summer Abortion Referendum

The union has said a referendum during the summer months would make it nearly impossible for many students to vote.
By Kathleen McNamee

Following Trinity’s Example, Queen’s University Belfast to Launch Consent Classes in October

The joint project between QUBSU and the university will see consent classes introduced for the first time.
By Dominic McGrath
Editorial

Ireland Does Not Need a Teaching Framework that has Divided UK Higher Education

When the issues facing Irish higher education are apparent, it’s unclear what a framework that has divided academics in the UK is meant to achieve.

Leading US Coach Joins Trinity Boat Club, Bringing Hopes of Success

With the appointment of Richard Ruggieri, DUBC will have access to one of the sport’s most experienced coaches.
By Matthew Murphy

Trinity Research Reveals High Risk of Dementia For People With Down Syndrome

Prof Mary McCarron has called for better support for people with Down Syndrome who are suffering from dementia.
By Emer Emily Neenan

Government to Undertake Review of Higher Education, as Funding Debate Continues

The review comes as decisions loom on how to fund Irish universities and colleges.
By Dominic McGrath

Planned Union Protest Put on Hold, Pending Government Guidance on Temporary Contracts

The protest comes as the dispute between Trinity's three unions and the College continues.
By Dominic McGrath

Ba Cheart go mBeidh Dréim ag an Earnáil Triú Léibhéal le Níos mó Rialacháin, Seachas Níos lú

Tá neamhaird tugtha ar argóintí ar son scéimeanna iasachtaíochta ó na hinstitiúdí triú léibhéal agus iad ag súil le níos mó fhéinriail, de réir cosúlachta.
Editorial

Too Few Solutions for Colleges and Students in Government Accommodation Plan

It makes the right noises, but the plan comes too late for a sector that has learnt to cope without state help.

Government Taskforce to Consider Quotas as Solution to Higher Education’s Gender Inequality

The news comes days after a new HEA report revealed that gender inequality still persists in Irish higher education institutions.
By Jake O’Donnell