College
School of Computer Science Moves Majority of Classes Online
Students will only be required to be on campus for a day and a half of their face-to-face weeks.
Medicine Students Told to Buy Own Scrubs for Clinical Placement
A financial assistance fund has been set up to help students cover the cost of the scrubs.
New Students Spaces to be Made Available for Next Semester
Students will have to book the spaces in advance, and their names will be logged to help with contact tracing.
Third-Level Institutions Band Together For Freshers’ Week Online Concert
The concert will be in aid of Jigsaw, an organisation that supports young people's mental health.
Two-Metre Social Distancing Rules to Remain in Place for Societies
This month, the government announced that universities could relax the two-metre rule during classes and lectures.
Loss of Freshers’ Fair a Huge Setback, say Societies
Society heads express their “disappointment” over the announcement and the lack of communication regarding an online fair.
Don’t Sign Long-Term Leases Without College Plan, Says Sinn Féin
The Sinn Féin higher education spokesperson told students to hold off on signing leases on accommodation until it is clear what the next academic year will look like.
No Freshers’ Fair This Year, Says CSC
Operating the physical fair has been deemed “unrealistic” given current public health guidelines.
Editorial
Six New College Buildings is Music to the Ears of Third-Level’s Stakeholders
Higher Education Minister Simon Harris announced the tender for six new higher education buildings this week.
Editorial
Trinity’s Swimming Pool Has Long Been Neglected. Time for College to Take Action
Trinity’s swimming pool has now been closed indefinitely, awaiting repairs.