Rachel Carson wrote in her overwhelmingly influential book Silent Spring that “time is the essential ingredient, but in the modern world there is no time”. In the fight against climate change, time is not humanity’s friend. Efforts to live more …
Shannon McGreevy is the Online Editor of Trinity News, and a Junior Sophister student of Biochemistry.
Irish culture shock: from fake tan to city planning
Shannon McGreevy recounts the cultural shifts that struck her most as an international student
Between somewhat familiar colloquialisms that are commonly known to be Irish, such as “craic” and “grand”, and the stereotypical pubs and pints, I thought coming to Ireland for college as an American high school graduate would be a breeze. However, …
The Wim Hof method challenge is taken on by Trinity’s own Mark McGauran
With a focus on breathing, cold exposure, and concentration, the challenge is supposed to deepen the connection between body and mind
Commonly known as the “Iceman”, Dutch extreme athlete Wim Hof has come to fame by breaking cold exposure records including running a half marathon north of the Arctic Circle barefoot, hiking Mount Kilimanjaro in shorts, and even standing covered with …
Bossaball: a captivating sport combining volleyball, football, gymnastics, and music
Internationally recognized, Bossaball attracts viewers all over the world
If you love music and hanging out with friends in the sun, the Spanish sport Bossaball would be right up your alley. Combining elements of football, volleyball, and rhythmic gymnastics, a game of Bossaball will leave you happily winded. Translated …
The crossover of influencers to other entertainment varieties, in particular combat sports
The upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Ben Askren is a perfect example of influencers trying to make it in the world of professional sports
The highly anticipated upcoming bout between Jake Paul (YouTube star and social media personality) and Ben Askren (former Bellator and ONE Welterweight champion) sees the pair facing off in a boxing ring on the 17 April 2021. This fight is …
Giving volleyball a kick
With an impressive history dating back hundreds of years, sepak takraw is a test of dexterity, strength, and speed
Have you ever wanted to take volleyball to the next level? Incorporate a bit of footwork into the manoeuvres or even just kick the ball back over the net? Or, for those avid footballers, try juggling while dribbling with the …
Out of Left Field: DU Rifle Club
With a social scene to brag about, Club Captain Joseph McDonnell speaks to the club’s accessibility for all students
It’s no secret that shooting is not a very common sport in Ireland, yet Trinity is lucky to have its very own Rifle Club, known as DURC.The club fosters an environment of openness and inclusivity that gives students the opportunity …
Deputy Head of Trinity Sport Matthew Dossett elected president of Student Sport Ireland
Dossett will be the first representative from Trinity to occupy the position
Matthew Dossett, Deputy Head of Sport and Recreation at Trinity, has been elected as the next president of Student Sport Ireland (SSI).
He is the first Trinity representative to be elected to the position and has been an active member …
Trinity commits to the Cara Sport Disability Inclusion Charter
In order to be more inclusive of those who have experienced exclusion in sport, the role of Sport and Physical Activity Inclusion Officer was created to foster this atmosphere in Trinity
Trinity recently became one of the first Universities in Ireland to sign the Cara Sport Disability Charter and commit to its mission. By signing this charter, Trinity Sport is making promises to reevaluate its programmes and facilities so as to …
Sunday Longread: Just keep swimming
How my experience as a semi-professional swimmer has helped me during the pandemic
I was a competitive swimmer in the Chicagoland area for 10 years. Some of my earliest memories are swimming and doing laps in the pool. My mom always told me that I was a “water baby” and was happiest when …