Sai Gujulla (SU President) Seánie Ó Gáibhín (Oifigeach na Gaeilge – Páirt Aimseartha) and Raimey O’Boyle (Postgrad Taught Officer) at the Accomodation Protest on 28 September. Photo: Lisa Hamilton. The President of the University of Galway has said the institution is “frustrated and angry” due to rising rents and accommodation shortages for students. Professor Ciarán Ó … [Read more...] about University of Galway ‘frustrated and angered’ by accommodation crisis
‘Bleak’ outlook for tenants in city as Budget falls short
Threshold has predicted a “catastrophic” winter ahead for tenants and homeless people after government failed to include any of the measures included in its pre-Budget submission. Galway city is set for a “bleak” winter period with the accommodation crisis set to worsen according to a spokesperson for the housing charity. Western Regional Services Manager for Threshold … [Read more...] about ‘Bleak’ outlook for tenants in city as Budget falls short
Creeslough tragedy has “ripped the soul” from the town
Photo courtesy of Aengus McMahon A Creeslough native has said the tragedy which took the lives of 10 people in the village has “ripped the soul” from the community. Speaking to SIN, Jessica Redmond, who grew up in Creeslough and now lives in Milltown, spoke openly of how the County Donegal village has been affected by the accident. “I lived in Creeslough for 12 … [Read more...] about Creeslough tragedy has “ripped the soul” from the town
Students rate Ireland best in the world for Arts and Culture
Photo by Darlene Alderson on Pexels Ireland has been rated the best country in the world for Arts and Culture by students in a newly released ranking of the top countries for higher education worldwide in 2022. The rankings were compiled and released by The Campus Advisor, a global student ratings and reviews website. It surveyed over 17,000 students about the countries … [Read more...] about Students rate Ireland best in the world for Arts and Culture
Budget 2023’s impact on students
Budget 2023 has been announced by the government and with that comes some significant changes for many students at the University of Galway. The so-called ‘cost of living’ Budget is set to introduce a number of measures which will reduce fees, bolster student grants and provide targeted supports for the households most in need. A total of €4.1 billion will be spent across … [Read more...] about Budget 2023’s impact on students