In Focus
Leaving Cert Reform: A Battle to Retain Public Trust and Reduce Student Stress
From 2024, students will sit a number of exams in fifth year to reduce the pressure that the mammoth exam session at the end of sixth year brings.
Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen Talks Education and Regulation
The former Facebook employee leaked a cache of memos and research that have exposed the inner workings of the company.
Colleges, Climate and Culinary Choices
How can universities use research to encourage students and staff to consider environmentally friendly eating options?
Young Farmers on the Future of Ireland’s Oldest Tradition
In an industry that appears to take nothing but hits, young farmers turn to education and innovation.
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?
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.
When TCDSU Takes its Place in History
The union has a long tradition of being at the forefront of national – and even international – campaigns.
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.
For Gisèle Scanlon, No Cohort is Unworthy of Support
The three-time master's student has championed causes such as the Science Gallery and birds nesting in Trinity's museum building, in addition to her work as GSU president.
Ade Oluborode: ‘I Know the Pinch Points of the Ordinary People of Ireland’
The barrister is adamant that education is the key to many of the country's problems.