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Government Considering Fee Reduction, SUSI Expansion Ahead of Budget 2023
The options for potential measures to reduce the cost of higher education were published today in the first annual options paper of the “Funding the Future” framework.
IUA Calls for €840m Package for Higher Education in Budget 2023
The Irish Universities Association is seeking funding for measures including increasing staff numbers, green campus investment and combating inflation-related costs.
Leaving Certificate Adjustments to Continue in 2023
The SEC will continue to provide greater choice in exam papers, and grades will be adjusted to reflect the inflation of previous years.
Gardaí Warn Students to be Extra Vigilant About Accommodation Scams
There has been a 30 per cent increase in accommodation fraud in 2022 alone compared to 2019, with scams spiking with the return to college.
Harris Announces Scholarships for Climate Action in Third Level Education
The scholarships cover undergraduate students, graduates and apprenticeships to work in sustainable development.
Trinity Team Crowned Winners of European University Debating Championships
The victory marks the first time a Trinity team has claimed the title.
USI Signs Open Letter Backing Increase in Postgraduate Research Stipends
The letter expresses concern with the current stipend scheme in light of the cost of living crisis and requests that all postgraduate stipends be increased.
Trans and Intersex Pride Sees Thousands Take to the Streets in Celebration and Protest
Large crowds of people gathered at the Garden of Remembrance to celebrate trans and intersex pride and march to Merrion Square.
Porfirio, Manyisane Elected GSU President and Vice-President
The two ran uncontested in their respective elections.
University Governance Bill Delayed Until September
The bill was originally scheduled to be passed before the summer recess but will now be pushed to September 14th.