Image by Emilio Sánchez on Pexels Is my Erasmus experience what I expected? Well, no, because in order to expect what something will be like, you have to actually think about it before you go. I don’t want to say that I completely refused to acknowledge my move to Spain out of fear and panic, but all of my last-minute travel receipts would say otherwise. … [Read more...] about Student Diary
New report details extensive abuse in Irish Armed Forces
*Contains content about sexual assault* A recent report into bullying and harassment in the Irish Armed Forces, conducted by the Independent Review Group (IRG), has found structural failures in how the Irish Armed Forces treats women. The Report found that 88 per cent of female respondents in the Armed Forces said that they had been the victims of one or more types of … [Read more...] about New report details extensive abuse in Irish Armed Forces
Three men found guilty of first-degree murder of rapper XXXTentacion
On 20 March 2023, the murder trial of famous rap artist XXXTentacion (20-year-old Jahseh Onfroy) came to close, with a Florida jury deliberating for more than a week before finding three men, Michael Boatwright (27), Dedrick Williams (26), and Trayvon Newsome (24), guilty of first-degree murder. The murder happened nearly five years ago, taking place in broad daylight in … [Read more...] about Three men found guilty of first-degree murder of rapper XXXTentacion
Decision expected soon over former Carbon Nightclub site
Four years after UK pub chain J D Wetherspoon purchased the site of the former nightclub Carbon (formerly GPO) in Eglinton Street in Galway, a decision is soon to be expected regarding whether or not the proposed plans will go ahead. The plans would see the old nightclub turned into a two-storey pub named ‘The Three Red Sails’, with an extension on the first floor to aid the … [Read more...] about Decision expected soon over former Carbon Nightclub site
How to Vote
With the upcoming Students’ Union elections right around the corner, you may find yourself wondering where and how you are able to cast your vote. Luckily, the voting process could not be easier, with options to suit everybody, whether on or off campus. The voting for the full-time SU officers will take place on Thursday 2nd March 2023, and you will have the option of voting … [Read more...] about How to Vote