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Catching Students Unawares, UCC Bar to Close After No Consultation
In an open letter UCCSU criticised “the lack of consultation or awareness extended to the Students’ Union".
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After Years of Inaction, Government Commitments to Student Housing Strategy
New commitments will see a Student Housing Officer and additional 7,000 places.
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At People and Planet’s Oxford Summer Gathering, Fossil Free TCD Find an International Community
The group was the first Irish delegation to attend last week's student-led conference, which focused on the future of divestment.
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Removal of Kiosk and New Visual Displays in Nassau Street Concourse Promise “Sparkle”
New works on the Nassau St entrance are taking place, including a seating area and information ticket machines.
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Baker Appoints Staff, with Dominic McGrath Deputy Editor
Dominic McGrath, the outgoing News Editor, will serve as Deputy Editor, while Charlotte Ryan, the outgoing Features Editor, will serve as Assistant Editor.
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Trinity’s Alternative Admissions Feasibility Study Extended for a Fourth Year
Trinity’s groundbreaking study into alternatives admissions will continue for another year, with the changes implemented in its third year retained.
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Students’ Union Presidents Reaffirm Commitment to Publicly Funded Higher Education
The 27 presidents of USI-affiliated unions tonight signed an open letter rejecting a proposed loan system outlined in the Cassells report.
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For Leaders and Lobby Groups, Cautious Optimism Amid Plans to Prevent Loan Scheme
Loan schemes, one of three options outlined in the higher education funding report, has been met with strong opposition from students and trade unions.
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With Three Options for Funding Higher Education, Cassells Report Calls for Immediate Action
The higher education funding report's three options, including a loan scheme, offer few surprises.
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Summer-Long Closure for Trinity’s Public Theatre, as €200,000 Redecoration Begins
The next twelve months will also see the replacement of the organ at a cost of €400,000, as well as the restoration of the 332 year-old organ case.