Undoubtedly, the Covid-19 pandemic has brought upon unprecedented shifts in our behavioural paradigm. Navigating the uncertainties of maintaining an online-offline balance, especially when university and social interaction may primarily be digitally based, means there is a lot of screen time …
Cheap and cheerful: where to go in Dublin this autumn?
A selection of Dublin’s cheapest spots to unwind and get cultured
To reduce upcoming assignment woes, a venture outside College grounds onto the streets of our fine city presents an opportunity to appreciate Dublin’s little luxuries. An exploration of the city’s affordable activities adds a bit of elegance to the oh …
No plastic consumption by SU officers nationwide for 24 hours
Plastic-free day to coincide with Trinity’s “Green Day”
Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) President Shane De Rís is to cease all consumption of plastic for 24 hours next Wednesday for Trinity’s “Green Day”, alongside other SU officers from across the country. To emphasise the importance of a …
Recycling workshops see only one-third of Halls residents in attendance
The workshops educated first year students on recycling and waste segregation
Approximately one-third of Trinity Hall (Halls) residents attended recycling workshops held during Freshers’ Week. Led by activist group TCD Plastic Solutions and Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU), the “Sort Your Shit” workshops educated first year students on waste reduction …
TCD Plastic Solutions to pursue plastic-free Trinity Ball
Reusable coffee cups and a plastic ban in the library are also on the group’s agenda
TCD Plastic Solutions are reviewing the possibility of implementing a deposit scheme at Trinity Ball for single-use plastics. In an open meeting held by the group, manager of TCD Plastic Solutions, Caitríona de Búrca, outlined the challenges of holding a …
Trinity’s Ian Matthews to take on role in Abu Dhabi University
Current Chief Financial Officer Ian Matthews to move to Abu Dhabi in December
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Ian Matthews is set to leave Trinity before Christmas to take on the role of Vice-Chancellor of Administrative and Financial Affairs at Abu Dhabi University starting December 7th.
Provost Patrick Prendergast congratulated Matthews on his new …
USI and videoDoc collaborate to promote free student healthcare initiative.
The free consultation service will be offered to students 7 days a week
The online doctor service videoDoc has partnered with the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) to provide free consultations for students 7 days a week. The service is part of the free student healthcare initiative, and will be available until …
NUIG Freshers to partake in consent workshops
The workshops will educate students on the significance of sexual consent
The National University of Ireland Galway Students’ Union (NUIGSU) are to run the first ever consent workshops at two of their student residences, Corrib Village and Goldcrest Village. Organised by the NUI Galway Smart Consent Programme, over 40 trained volunteers …
TCDSU reviewing possibility of plastic-free Trinity Ball
Ents Officer David Flood advocates for the phasing out of all single-use plastics at the event
As part of a move to reduce plastic consumption for the coming year, Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) are considering the implementation of plastic-free measures at Trinity Ball 2019. The effort, led by TCDSU Ents Officer David Flood, coincides …
Boston Donuts lands a spot in SU shop
The confectionary stand fills the space previously occupied by Offbeat Donuts
Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) have secured a spot for Boston Donuts in the SU shop in House Six, launching a new commercial partnership between Boston Donuts and TCDSU.
Speaking to Trinity News, TCDSU Communications and Marketing Officer Paraic …