Comment & Analysis

Contribution
Is a University Qualification Necessary For a Prosperous Career?
Molly Flynn questions whether university is just a “rite of passage” for young people rather than an experience that greatly benefits them.

Introduction of Philosophy at Second Level Should Be Seen as a Positive Step
The introduction of philosophy as part of Junior Certificate reforms gives students an opportunity to develop new skills not offered in other subjects.

Contribution
How My Crisis Pregnancy Changed My View on Abortion
Anna Murray discusses her experience with crisis pregnancy and argues that the eighth amendment negatively affects women in such a situation.

Students’ Unions Must Strike the Balance Between Voicing the Political and Representing the Student Body
Ellen Orchard examines the balance in students' unions between student-related issues and wider campaigns.

Contribution
For Higher Education, Budget 2017 Displays a Short-Term Focus
While any investment is welcome given the ongoing crisis, €36.5 million is out of place given the government's hyperbolic rhetoric.

Those in Trinity With the Chance to Vote in the US Election Should Seize It
Simon Foy considers the vital role students will play in electing the next president and discusses the importance of overseas votes.

Ní Maith an tIonadaí do Réitigh Pholaitiúla atá i gComhdhearcadh Polaitiúil
Cibé acu an t-oochtú leasú nó an t-ardoideachas atá i gceist, is ga cinntí a dhéanamh le comhdhearcadh nó gan é.

Editorial
Political Consensus is a Poor Substitute for Political Solutions
Whether over higher education or repeal the eighth, decisions need to be made with or without consensus.

Bua ag Fossil Free TCD, in Ainneoin an Fhorthoraidh Samhna
Cé go bhfuil a chuma ar an scéal go bhfogróidh an Coláiste go ndídhílseoidh sé i mí na Samhna, tá bua le haimsiú go fiú i gcur chuige an ghrúpa féin.

Editorial
For Fossil Free TCD, a Victory Regardless of November’s Outcome
While it looks likely the College will announce that it will divest in November, the group’s approach is something of a victory in itself.