Photo by Mark Hernandez The University of Galway have officially announced a reduction in the exam repeat fees for students re-sitting exams. Through successful campaigning from the University of Galway's Students' Union, the University have agreed to a decrease in fees charged for repeats by one third. This takes the rate from €295, down to €195. The lower rate … [Read more...] about University of Galway announce decrease in exam repeat fees
University of Galway students bring home five awards from the Smedias
Students from the University of Galway have won in five categories in the 2024 Student Media Awards (Smedias). Tom O'Connor, a Final Year Human Rights Law student, took home a record number of three awards at this year's Smedias. His categories included Radio Journalist of the Year, Radio Documentary of the Year, and Radio Production of the Year - News and Current … [Read more...] about University of Galway students bring home five awards from the Smedias
Two migrants’ journeys to Ireland in hopes of a better future
Photo by MarioGuti on iStock The country of Ireland is one that contains people from all walks of life. Due to the turmoil many countries face, people from a multitude of nationalities are finding themselves calling Ireland home. Sherín Al Sabbagh is from Gaza but has been living in Ireland for the past 15 years. Sherín arrived in Ireland in 2008 to pursue a master’s … [Read more...] about Two migrants’ journeys to Ireland in hopes of a better future
The realities of immigration: challenges and advocacy surrounding international protection applicants in Ireland
The Citizenship Ceremony in the Killarney Convention Centre, County Kerry. Photo: Don MacMonagle As we bear witness to the rise of immigration across Ireland, there is simultaneously a parallel rise of issues around international protection applicants rights and the barriers they face in seeking asylum. Human rights barrister and International Protection Appeals Tribunal … [Read more...] about The realities of immigration: challenges and advocacy surrounding international protection applicants in Ireland
Chief Justice O’Donnell interviewed by University of Galway student and academic
Photo by Léa Heuillet The University of Galway Law Review hosted Chief Justice Donal O’Donnell at an interview organised by the Law Review and the University of Galway School of Law. Mayor of Galway, Eddie Hoare, led the delegation that welcomed the Honourable Mr Chief Justice Donal O’Donnell to the O’Donoghue Centre in Galway. The interview comprised of two segments, … [Read more...] about Chief Justice O’Donnell interviewed by University of Galway student and academic