coronavirus

Editorial

The HEA’s Socioeconomic Survey is an Embarrassing Setback for Trinity

Trinity had the most students from affluent backgrounds of all Irish universities, according to a survey published by the Higher Education Authority this week.
Editorial

College Should Listen to Students – But Restrictions Must Be Based on Science

Provost Patrick Prendergast said this week that ‘it’s clear that College should respond’ to the majority of students who want more in-person activities next semester.

College Will Not Test Students Travelling Home Who Do Not Meet HSE Criteria

The HSE has said that individuals will only be tested if they are symptomatic or are a close contact of a positive case.
By Sárán Fogarty

Molly O’Cathain on the Viral Success of ‘Parental Pandemic Portraits’

Theatre designer Molly O’Cathain recreated famous family portraits with her parents during lockdown.
By Lucy Sherry

Irish Universities Face €102m Deficit Due to Pandemic, Says IUA

Higher-education stakeholders told the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Education that online lectures did not reduce the cost of teaching.
By Emer Moreau

Government Blocks Move to Pay Student Nurses and Midwives During Pandemic

The bill was brought forward last night and was narrowly defeated by the government.
By Cormac Watson

Libraries to Resume Weekend and Evening Openings from Next Week

A number of study spaces, including Kinsella Hall, will be open from December 24th to January 3rd, closing only on Christmas Day.
By Emer Moreau
Editorial

Is it the Right Time to be Talking About In-person Teaching Next Semester?

An email sent to staff and students on Friday announced plans for an increase in in-person teaching next term.

College Plans for Increase in In-Person Teaching Next Semester

Trinity was forced to move much of its in-person teaching online this semester due to coronavirus restrictions.
By Cormac Watson and Aoife Kearins

‘No Alternatives’ to January Exams for Social Sciences Students Going on Erasmus

Students in the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy will be allowed to go on Erasmus next semester.
By Sárán Fogarty