Students from University of Galway have received a record-breaking 19 nominations at this year’s National Student Media Awards, with strong representation across major journalism, radio and Irish-language categories. This year sees a huge increase on last year's seven nominations and three wins Among the most nominated individuals, Finn Brady has been shortlisted for both … [Read more...] about University of Galway students receive a record 19 National Student Media Awards nominations
SIN Award winners 2026
Back L-R: Saoirse Jaago, Marcela Villagómez, Emma van Oosterhout, Gráinne Greene, Kate Flores, Tiernan Donovan. Front L-R: Finnian Cox, Fionn Murray, Dan Maher, Finn Brady, Jake Davis. The inaugural SIN Awards were held last night, 26 March, in the Corrib Room, Sult. The winners are as follows: Best Sports Story: Eoin Langan - Colga F.C.: Inside the growth of a rural … [Read more...] about SIN Award winners 2026
Shortlist announced for inaugural SIN Awards
The shortlist has been announced for the inaugural SIN Awards. The awards presentation will take place at SIN's end of year gathering on 26 March, at 7 pm, in Sult's Corrib Room. The shortlist is as follows: Best Sports Story Jake Davis: Galway fighter Andreeas Binder reflects on UFC reality show: 'The best six weeks I could've asked for' Eoin Langan: Colga F.C.: … [Read more...] about Shortlist announced for inaugural SIN Awards
The rundown of the Nun’s Island Masterplan
The announcement of plans for a new Law building was the latest bit of momentum behind the University of Galway’s ‘Nun’s Island Masterplan’-but what exactly is this masterplan, and why has it been in limbo for so long? Expansion to Nun’s Island First announced in 2018, the development plan saw the university’s Buildings & Estates department shift their gaze south of … [Read more...] about The rundown of the Nun’s Island Masterplan
Presidential Candidate Interview: Danny Saunders
Photo by Seán de Búrca Interview by Sonny McGreevy What, in your view, is the single biggest issue facing students right now, and how would you tackle it in practical terms? “The cost of everything. Whether its rent or pints it’s all going up. TD’s, Senators and Councillors currently ignore student issues. I’ll have regular … [Read more...] about Presidential Candidate Interview: Danny Saunders