Comment & Analysis

Editorial
Trinity’s Nuanced Approach to 1916 Commemorations Promotes Mature Discussion
A focus on the cultural revolution will welcome a wider spectrum of students to the commemorations.
Tá Sé Áiféiseach Nach Bhfuil Táillí Saor in Aisce á bPlé in aon chor
Toisc gur ceann den uimhir bheag de thíortha aonaracha san Eoraip muid nach bhfuil táillí saor in aisce i bhfeidhm, is iad na daoine a deir gur córas míréalaíoch nó áiféasach é atá cuma sheafóideach orthu.
Editorial
The Fact That Free Fees Aren’t Even on the Table is Absurd
When we’re practically one of the only countries in Europe that doesn’t have free fees, those who say it’s unrealistic or absurd for Ireland are the ones who are being preposterous.

Contribution
On Being a Student Parent in College
Carly Bailey describes her experience and the experience of other student parents in accessing education, and the structures that hinder and improve the experience.

Contribution
Even with 100 from Trinity at Climate March, the Issues Feel Too Remote and Too Abstract
Emer Gerrard argues that the climate-action movement requires a more tangible goal to inspire support.

Analysis
Looking Abroad in Response to Our Student Loan Scheme Dilemma
In light of speculation on the possible recommendation of government-supported student loans by the Higher Education Working Group, Paul Glynn examines how student loan systems of varying successes have panned out abroad.

Voter Registration Reform Could Enhance the Democratic Process
Laura Harmon argues that Ireland’s voting process is outdated, unwieldy, and puts people off registering to vote.

In Ainneoin na nDeacrachtaí ar fad, tá an Coláiste go Fóill i mBun Nuálaíochta
Tá teorainn ar an gColáiste de thoradh ar easpa maoinithe, ach taispeánann a chúrsaí nua go bhfuileadar go fóill i mbun nuálaíochta.
Íocann Mic Léinn Táillí Difriúla, Ach is Ceart Caitheamh Leo sa Slí Céanna
Ní thógann mórán daoine faoi ndeara an chúis go mothaíonn mic léinn neamh-EU ar nós “saoránaithe ar an dara grád”.

Editorial
Despite Increased Pressures, Trinity Continues to Innovate
Trinity may be restricted by an unsustainable funding shortfall, but its new courses show the College is continuing to innovate.