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Kevin Keane Elected President of TCDSU
Keane, running on a platform of engagement and improving College services, won on the first count with 52.9 per cent of first-preference votes.
Damien McClean Elected Welfare Officer of TCDSU
McClean, who ran on a platform of representation and accommodation, who on the third count with 44 per cent of first-preference votes.
Alice MacPherson Elected Education Officer of TCDSU
MacPherson, who ran on a platform of equality and diversity in the union, won on the first count, with 85.4 per cent of the vote.
Úna Harty Elected Communications & Marketing Officer of TCDSU
Úna Harty, who ran on a platform of modernisation and engagement, won on the first count with 89 per cent of the vote.
Jonah Craig Elected Ents Officer in TCDSU Elections
Craig, who ran on a platform of inclusivity and more diverse and frequent events, won on the first count with 84.9 per cent of the vote.
Dominic McGrath Elected Editor of The University Times
McGrath is the third independently elected editor of The University Times after receiving 86.8 per cent of the vote.
20% Decrease in Voter Turnout for TCDSU Elections
There has been a 38 per cent drop in the number of students voting in the TCDSU elections since 2014.
62% of Fellows Vote in Favour of New Academic Year Structure, Including Christmas Exams
These changes to the academic year structure are part of the Trinity Education Project, and will now go to the Visitors for approval.
Following Ballot Shortage, Voting in TCDSU Elections Extended by One Hour
Due to the printers not sending the full order of ballots, voting has been extended to 5pm.
Delay to Plans to Replace TSM Programme and Introduce New Subject Combinations
Plans to replace TSM as it currently stands with new combinations have been delayed until at least 2019, after 'the wheels kept getting stuck in the mud'.