OPINION

The Current Campaign to Repeal the Eighth is Fatally Flawed

Simon Foy argues that the campaign to repeal the eighth amendment needs some major reforms if it is to win a referendum.
By Simon Foy

It’s Time to Divest From Fossil Fuels

Acknowledging Fossil Free TCD's recent success, Eamon Ryan TD, outlines Ireland's next big environmental challenge.
By Eamon Ryan

The Increasing Corporatisation of Trinity Threatens to Undermine Its Core Function as a University

Trinity and Irish universities remain seriously underfunded by the state, but sacrificing collegiate values in favour of commercialisation presents many problems.
By James Shaw
Contribution

Transferring Course in Trinity is Difficult, and the Current Process Lacks Speed and Consideration

Shane Kenneally discusses the difficulties he faced attempting to change course in Trinity, from delayed communication to unclear reasoning.
By Shane Kenneally
Contribution

Social Media Often Creates Unnecessary Pressure, Negatively Impacting Mental Health

Molly Flynn argues that social media sites such as Facebook and Instagram place pressure on young people that often contributes to poor mental health.
By Molly Flynn

Irish Travellers Should be Recognised as an Ethnic Minority

James Shaw makes the case for Irish Travellers to be recognised as an ethnic minority and argues that their fight for equality is an anti-racist struggle.
By James Shaw

Refusing to “Man Up” as a Female Rugby Player

From receiving cruel comments to not receiving enough support as a team, the treatment of female players has led one to realise the importance of being blunt and bold.
By Maura Ford

"Locker Room Talk" Does Not Excuse Sexual Assault

Kate Lawler argues that joking about rape and sexual assault promotes a culture that normalises these serious crimes.
By Kate Lawler

UCD Students Should Vote to Take a Neutral Stance on Abortion

Roger Berkeley, an organiser of the UCD Students For Fair Representation group, argues that UCDSU students should vote to adopt a neutral stance on abortion.
By Roger Berkeley

By Selling Its Naming Rights, Trinity is Selling Itself Short

Selling naming rights to campus buildings is the sad, but not unexpected, result of a university left with nowhere else to look to for funding.
By Simon Foy