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
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Movie Review: All of Us Strangers
From the first shot of a city bathed in melancholy, All of Us Strangers opens the door into a morose, passionate, and twisted world, and then locks you inside. Just as concerned with the chasm between parent and child as it is with the unfolding experience of new romance, Andrew Haigh’s film is a kaleidoscopic depiction of loneliness, longing, and love. Adam … [Read more...] about Movie Review: All of Us Strangers
American Idiot: A Review
Photo by Lisa Hamilton On January 29, I had the pleasure of attending the dress run for Galway University Musical Society’s 2024 production, 'American Idiot', in the iconic Black Box Theatre. Despite being a fan of the namesake Green Day concept album for which the musical is named, I had never had an opportunity to see a live production performed before, so was very excited … [Read more...] about American Idiot: A Review
University of Galway releases statement on Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Photo by Yue Qiu On February 6, the University of Galway released a statement on the current situation in Israel and Palestine given the high casualties of Palestinian civilians and the growing calls for a ceasefire. Opening with an ode to Nelson Mandela Anti-Racism Week, Mandela was quoted saying “the world is now in greater need than ever for men and women … [Read more...] about University of Galway releases statement on Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Raise and Give Week: The Return of a Legend to University of Galway Campus
Image by the Students’ Union The return of Raise and Give (RAG) Week to the University of Galway campus is a long awaited, highly anticipated resurgence of a long-standing tradition which students partake in every year, normally around the week of Valentines Day in February. Raise and Give Week is often seen as a week where students go out, party, skip … [Read more...] about Raise and Give Week: The Return of a Legend to University of Galway Campus