Our Projects: Homes.USI.ie

Our Projects: Homes.USI.ie

You can claim up to €14,000 in tax-free rent per annum if you avail of the rent-a-room relief scheme. We are using homes.usi.ie to appeal to homeowners in all over Ireland to consider offering accommodation to students during term time, as it fears the cost of renting...
Our Projects: Mental Health

Our Projects: Mental Health

Levels of mental illness, mental distress and low well-being among students in higher education is increasing (IPPR 2017). 75% of adults with mental illness first experience symptoms before the age of 25. With peak onset from 18-25 (Kessler and Wang 2008). This...
Our Projects: Saves 2

Our Projects: Saves 2

SAVES2 is an international campaign aimed at third-level students, targeting a measurable and significant reduction in energy use amongst students.  The programme was borne of a brilliant idea in the UK, which was championed by the National Union of Students.  In...
Our Projects: Saves 2

Our Projects: Saves 2

SAVES2 is an international campaign aimed at third-level students, targeting a measurable and significant reduction in energy use amongst students.  The programme was borne of a brilliant idea in the UK, which was championed by the National Union of Students.  In...
USI Launches Pre-Budget Submission Ahead of Budget 2020

USI Launches Pre-Budget Submission Ahead of Budget 2020

Yesterday, 19th June – the Union of Students in Ireland launched the Pre-Budget Submission document ahead of Budget 2020. In the submission, USI outlined that investment is immediately needed in the following areas: Grants Fees Housing Access & Inclusion...