In Focus

The Conundrum of Open-Access Publishing
New principles aiming to democratise academic literature have the support of 11 European countries. But will they solve an age-old problem?

The Universities on a Mission to Save Ireland’s Bees
As bees continue to face significant hardships, Irish universities are undertaking a quest to save Ireland's ecosystem.

A College Immortalised in Literature
With Trinity the backdrop to countless stories, its legacy will be forever enshrined in Irish literature.

‘He Never Met a Stranger’: The Legacy of Don Panoz Lives On
American entrepreneur Don Panoz died in September aged 83. In Trinity and outside, however, memories of him burn as brightly as ever.

Trinity’s First-Generation Students Are Treading New Territory
For first-generation students in Trinity, leading the way into third-level education affords them a unique perspective on university life.

The Universities Fighting to Keep Free Speech Alive
As free speech becomes a flashpoint issue on campuses, academics and students worldwide are striving to combat its effect.

Around the Country, Students Get Creative to Fight for Housing
Between occupations, court cases and camp-outs, student activists are stepping up to the mark in protest at the national accommodation crisis.

Trinity Students Aiming to Shine at Elon Musk’s Hyperloop Competition
Team Éirloop will be the first Irish team ever to compete in the SpaceX competition, which takes place in California.

Modest Max On 35 Years in the Kitchen
After more than three decades, Trinity’s Head Chef is retiring. He talks cooking, leadership – and the long hair that pushed him into the industry.

How Trinity Embraced the KeepCup
The idea originated with student Joanne Coyle. Now, Trinity's staff and students are making coffee more sustainable.