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TCDSU President, Kieran McNulty, to Run for USI Campaigns Officer
Elections for the full-time position conclude with a vote at USI’s national congress, which typically takes place in April.
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TCDSU Council Votes to Support INMO Industrial Action
After tonight's vote, TCDSU will support the Irish Nurses and Midwifery Organisation's (INMO) industrial action.
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Amid Questions on Fees and Counselling, Provost Calls for Unity in Face of Funding Crisis at TCDSU Council
Speaking at TCDSU Council, Prendergast enjoyed a mixed reception from students, taking questions on the counselling service and his support for loan schemes.
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Trinity Graduate Ruth Negga Nominated for Best Actress Academy Award
Negga, a graduate of Trinity's BA in acting studies, has been nominated for the Oscar for her role in Loving.
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Work to Begin on Year-Long Medium Voltage Upgrade
The year-long disruption to campus will result in a greater capacity of Trinity’s electricity supply.
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Micheál Ó Siochrú Appointed Head of History Department
A professor of modern history, Ó Siochrú is the department's fourth head in 12 months.
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12 Candidates to Run in TCDSU Elections, with 4 out of 6 Races Uncontested
Announced this evening, Thomas Emmet, Kevin Keane and Bryan Mallon are to run for president in February’s elections.
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Trinity Research Finds Limpets Can Repair Their Own Shells
The shells spotted along coastal rocks are able to repair small holes in their shells such that they are as strong as before when subjected to single impacts.
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Student-led Protest Calls on Government to Ratify UN Disability Rights Convention
With support from students’ unions, the protest is highlighting Ireland as the only EU member state yet to ratify the UN convention.
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Labour Party Criticise Construction Industry for Student Accommodation “Gold Rush”
A statement criticised the focus on student housing over family homes in light of the ongoing accommodation crisis.