Higher Education

Editorial

A Large-Scale Funding Campaign Represents a Shift in Trinity’s Approach to Funding

The campaign represents a makeshift answer to a persistent funding shortage with no clear solution in sight.

After Years of Frustration, Institutes of Technology Staff to Strike on February 3rd

Institutes of technology will see their lecturing staff go on strike, calling for the government to re-evaluate and open a conversation on the future of higher education in Ireland.
By Paul Glynn

Social Democrats Would Reduce Student Contribution by €1000

The party, due to launch their manifesto this morning, would also reintroduce postgraduate maintenance grants.
By Chris McMahon

“Students Against Fees” Commit to Two National Rallies in Coming Weeks

The meeting, which took place tonight, decided to hold a rally on February 3rd, in conjunction with a planned strike by the TUI.
By Dominic McGrath and Eleanor O'Mahony

Labour Promises to Reduce Student Contribution Charge by €500 if Elected

Minister for Education also discussed €100 million in additional funding and supports for third-level at Connolly Café Youth Forum.
By Edmund Heaphy

At Education World Forum, Lynn Ruane Speaks About Access To Education

The forum, attended by over 80 ministers for education from around the world, was held in London.
By Eleanor O'Mahony

In AARP, USI has a Roadmap for Single-issue Advocacy

Defeating fees and loan schemes means selling a compelling narrative and getting students to vote.
By Daniel O'Brien

Trinity Ranked 40th “Most International” University in World

Rankings, released this morning by Times Higher Education, reveal the top 200 most outward-looking institutions in the world.
By Edmund Heaphy
Analysis

USI Adds its Voice to the General Election

The USI manifesto shows that students have ideas, but their votes will make the difference.
By Daniel O'Brien

Trinity Awarded Over €10 Million in Research Funding by Science Foundation Ireland

The funding will be used to support five different research projects across College.
By Dominic McGrath