Grade inflation is set to remain a major aspect in the running of Covid-impacted Leaving Cert exams despite the concerns of students and third-level institutions. Predictive and accredited grades were introduced amidst the pandemic but led to students achieving significantly higher CAO points and caused the points required for many courses to rise to all-time … [Read more...] about NUI Galway students feel the impact of Leaving Cert grade inflation
Covid-19 restrictions majorly eased
The questions is; How long will it take hospitality to recover? Roast Duck Plum-Noodleat Papa Rich. Photo courtesy of@paparichstreetfood on Instagram On the January 21 Taoiseach Micheál Martin delivered some long-awaited news for some – most Covid-19 restrictions were to be lifted from 6AM the following morning. A phased return to working in person was announced. The … [Read more...] about Covid-19 restrictions majorly eased
5 ways to beat the January Blues
It’s that time of year again-Blue Monday has come and gone, the prosecco bought for New Years has been cleared and the resolutions have been made. And yet you may still be feeling a bit under the weather in terms of your overall mood. Don’t worry about it though, as we’ve listed a few ideas to kickstart your 2022 and get rid of the January Blues. Why not give some a … [Read more...] about 5 ways to beat the January Blues
37% of Business leaders don’t see return to workplace before second half of 2022
According to a new Institute of Directors in Ireland (IoD) survey, 37% of business leaders don’t think that most of their staff will be back in working in person in the office until the second quarter of 2022. The reasons cited as the biggest risk to businesses was a “return of tight public health restrictions caused by COVID-19 and its variants.” These are the main … [Read more...] about 37% of Business leaders don’t see return to workplace before second half of 2022
Approved Galway Ring Road route could cause disruption to NUI Galway clubs
An Bord Pleanála has finally approved a plan for a controversial ring road route around Galway City, which could cause disruption to NUI Galway campus life. The proposed 18-kilometre N6 Galway City Ring Road route will cost a proposed 600 million euros and is aimed at improving traffic blockages around Galway City, but has caused controversy for many years, dating as far … [Read more...] about Approved Galway Ring Road route could cause disruption to NUI Galway clubs