Elections 2022

Zöe Cummins Elected TCDSU Education Officer on First Count

The third-year astrophysics student ran uncontested.
By Michael Archer

Chloe Staunton Beats Cúnla Morris for Welfare and Equality Officer

Staunton is the current TCDSU officer for students with a disability.
By Sophie Coffey

Julie Smirnova Elected TCDSU Comms Officer

The final-year PPES student was the only candidate for the role.
By Seán Cahill

Max Lynch Elected Ents Officer, Defeating Ross Donnelly and Nadia A

This year’s ents race has been defined by a focus on sustainability, accessibility, and clear lines of communication between students and the ents committee.
By Ailbhe Noonan

Students Vote to Re-open Nominations for Editor of The University Times

Sole candidate Mairead Maguire has been defeated by an organised RON campaign.
By Sarah McCarthy and Maitiú Charleton

How to Win a TCDSU Election – From Those Who Did it

Word of mouth is crucial, but what else does it take to run a successful campaign?
By Maitiú Charleton

Junior Dean Instructs ‘RON for Editor’ Page to Remove Multiple Posts

The Instagram page is part of a campaign against the sole candidate for Editor of The University Times, Mairead Maguire.
By Maitiú Charleton

What the ‘Right to Disassociate’ Raises About the Role of a Student Union

Historically, TCDSU has not shied away from taking harsh stances on divisive political matters.
By Naoise D'Arcy

When TCDSU Takes its Place in History

The union has a long tradition of being at the forefront of national – and even international – campaigns.
By Faye Madden

For International Students, Running for Sabbat Brings Many Hoops to Jump Through

From visa requirements to PPS numbers, non-EU students face additional barriers to running for TCDSU sabbatical office.
By Ailbhe Noonan