News

Trinity’s Commercial Company Appoints Two New Directors
Trinity alumni Muireann Kelliher and Michael Dwan have been appointed to the company, which hopes to raise €1.5 million in income over the next five years.

Trinity’s Total Research Budget Increases, with 68% of Budget from State Funding
Last year, nearly €97 million was raised in research funding, a 6.4 per cent increase from the year before.

Trinity Defies National Trend in CAO Applications to Nursing
The number of nursing applications to Trinity have increased amidst unrest and potential industrial action among nurses and midwives.

New Strategy to Foster “Intuitive” Attitude to Equality Among Students
A new strategy seeks to prioritise inclusivity and diversity by supporting LGBT staff and students, mature students and ensuring students leave understanding inclusion.

91% in DIT Vote to Remain in USI
The vote in DIT follows last week's vote in Maynooth University, where students also voted to remain in USI.

David Ola Elected JCR President on 50.5% of Vote
Ola ran on a platform of increasing society involvement in Trinity Hall and improving participation among Halls residents.

Trinity Students Vote for Neutrality on Irish Unity, Becoming First College to Reject Pro-Unity Stance
The preferendum, which is not binding on TCDSU, saw 55 per cent of voters choose neutrality.

Changes to Academic Year Structure now Include Revision Week Before Christmas Exam Week
The changes to the academic year structure will be implemented for the 2018/19 academic year.

Gerry Adams Praises Student Leadership in Campaign for Irish Unity
With Sinn Féin groups helping to bring about successful referenda on three campuses, and students currently voting in Trinity, Irish unity is becoming one of the most-discussed issues in the country.

92% of Unite Staff in Trinity Vote to Take Strike Action
SIPTU, the other union representing Trinity’s support and service staff, voted last week to take strike action.