A poll conducted by Trinity News indicates that the Social Democrats remain the most popular political party among Trinity students for the fifth consecutive year. Conducted alongside the Trinity News TCDSU sabbatical elections opinion poll between 18 and 21 February, …
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Trinity Orchestra and DU Music host Lankum tribute concert in support of Palestine
All proceeds raised went towards the Palestinian Red Crescent Society, a humanitarian organization providing healthcare and social services across Gaza, the West Bank, and Palestine
Friday, March 21, saw Trinity Orchestra and DU Music join together to host a Lankum tribute concert in aid of the Palestinian Red Crescent Society (PRCS). The PRCS sets out to provide humanitarian assistance, healthcare and social services to Palestinians …
SU president urged College to “seriously question” Columbia University
Jenny Maguire expressed concern over the welfare of dual BA students amidst a worsening situation for pro-Palestine activists on Columbia’s campus
President of Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) Jenny Maguire has released a letter today calling on College to question the treatment of Dual BA students by Columbia University.
Following a Trinity News article published today detailing the experiences of …
Dual BA students express fear and concern as Columbia pressured by Trump administration
With ICE officials raiding dorms and protesters receiving severe disciplinary sanctions, Trinity dual BA students describe an increasingly dire situation on Columbia’s campus
In a shock announcement earlier this month, the Trump administration cancelled $400 million in federal grants and contracts to Columbia University with immediate effect.
In a joint statement, several federal agencies cited the university’s “continued inaction in the face …
Opportunities to play football at Trinity sorely lacking
Sporting options fall short when compared to other institutions
It’s a sinking feeling. You have your six other teammates at the ready, your €140 sign up fee in hand, you’re raring to play some five-a-side football. You then make the innocuous error of misremembering when the application form opens, …
What your new SU will do for you
Rising from a record number of candidates and an unprecedented presidential RON, your new SU lies waiting to take office
President
The 2025/26 presidential campaign was one defined by a fierce RON campaign, strongly threatening a second cycle of nominations. Regardless, as the clock struck 1:30am in a tense Lost Lane, Seán Thim O’Leary was elected as your next SU …
The Hist debates reunification at Stormont
The Hist and Queen’s University Belfast’s Literific society debate the merits of the Irish government preparing for Irish unity
On Monday, March 10, Trinity’s Historical Society, or the Hist, travelled to Belfast to debate the motion: “This house believes it is time for the Irish government to prepare for unity”.
This debate was a collaboration with Queen’s University Belfast’s, …
TCDSU to conduct “intensive” campaign for lower rent prices
A motion to place pressure on College to lower rent prices passed at this week’s council meeting
Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) have passed a motion demanding a “meaningful commitment” by College to make accommodation more affordable .
The motion mandates that the TCDSU President and the Housing Rights Officer “conduct an intensive campaign to pressure …
TCDSU passes motion to campaign against single-use plastic cups
Council mandates immediate action to phase out disposable cups in favour of sustainable alternatives
Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) Council has passed a motion to campaign against the widespread use of single-use plastic cups across campus, aiming to significantly reduce environmental harm.
The motion, proposed by Environmental Officer Sam Brooks and seconded by …
TCDSU council passes motion in support of university students in Serbia
The motion, which mandates the union to display solidarity with Serbian students, was raised as student-led protests in Serbia reach their fourth month
Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) passed a motion of solidarity with Serbian students at Tuesday night’s council meeting.
The motion mandates that the union president along with other representatives raise awareness of the ongoing protests and urge College to …