Comment & Analysis
Analysis
In the Editor Race, A Campaign Aimed at Nurturing Present and Potential Staff
The uncontested candidate for Editor of The University Times on how he aims to achieve the points laid out in his manifesto.
Analysis
TCDSU Presidential Candidates Confront Policy Concerns Over Funding, Feasibility and Effectiveness
The three candidates in this year’s race for president on how they will enact their manifesto promises and what impact they will make.
Analysis
At Media Hustings, Candidates Questioned on Feasibility of Promises and Their Unique Strengths
Candidates in all races fielded questions on policy, with the topic of racism and Irish unity challenging presidential candidates in particular.
Analysis
In Latest Hustings, Candidates Favour Collaboration Over Competition
In the Trinity FM and Trinity News interviews today, most candidates showed a willingness to engage across roles rather than knock heads.
Motivation in Attracting Non-EU Students to Ireland is Often Cynical
Kevin Donoghue argues that although non-EU students are a valuable asset, the intentions of those attracting them here are often solely financial.
Analysis
Engagement Takes Centre Stage at TCDSU Hustings, Despite Little Engagement from Audience
All candidates put forward a strong showing at the first hustings of this year's elections, but, with only two contested races, debate was thin on the ground.
Ní Gá le hÁibhéil Maidir le Tionchar Boilscithe Grádaithe
Cé gurbh fhéidir go mbeadh iarmhairtí diúltacha ag méadú buanaithe an uimhir céimeanna den chéad scoth, ní éasca an rud é cás boilscithe grádaithe in ollscoileanna a chur i gcomparáid le hinstitiúidí eile.
Impact of Grade Inflation Must Not Be Overstated
While an overall increase in the number of firsts could have negative consequences, the case of grade inflation in universities cannot be easily compared to other institutions.
Bí Cúramach Faoi Chóras Maoinithe a Dhíolann Iasachtaí Mac Léinn de £4 billiún d’Infhesiteoirí
Baineann cinneadh na Ríochta Aontaithe ról a thabhairt don earnáil phríobháideach i margadh iasachtaí mac léinn an bonn de chuid mhór dena hargóintí i bhfabhar iasachtaí.
Editorial
Be Wary of a Funding Model that Sells £4 Billion of Student Loans to Investors
The UK’s decision to introduce the private sector into the student loan market undermines any argument in favour of loans.