By Darren Casserly It’s mad to think that this time next month we’ll have Christmas exams. It feels like only yesterday I was in the Bailey Allen Hall listening to the President of the University address us. People told me before the start of the year that I better enjoy my time here because it flies by, and I have to say they were right, the last couple of months have gone … [Read more...] about First year diaries: Striking that college/life balance
Darren Casserly
First year diary: Back to reality
By Darren Casserly Well, I knew it was coming eventually, and now the work is coming thick and fast. The first month was a breeze and flew by, and now I’ve got essays coming at me left right and centre. It’s always hard to try getting back into work after four months of doing basically nothing, but it’s good to be busy sometimes. I always tell myself that I’m going to be … [Read more...] about First year diary: Back to reality
Galway United season review: a year to forget
By Darren Casserly For Galway United it was a season of what ifs. The season started brightly with a 4-1 victory over Athlone Town, but ended with a dismal 3-0 defeat at the hands of Shelbourne. On paper, it looked like Galway were one of the favourites to challenge for the title, but titles aren’t won on paper. Galway had lost many key players in … [Read more...] about Galway United season review: a year to forget
First year diaries: A fresh start
By Darren Casserly Hello everyone, my name is Darren Casserly and I’m studying Arts with Journalism. This is my diary where I will document my experience of first year. I am from Galway and went to The Bish Secondary School in Galway City. A few things about me is that I love to watch Netflix, especially documentary and crime series. I am an avid soccer and Gaelic … [Read more...] about First year diaries: A fresh start