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“Government engaging in smoke and mirrors in relation to student accommodation” – USI

[…]on-site student accommodation, and underpins the policy commitments set out in Housing for All. I am pleased today to confirm Government has approved my proposal to directly intervene in the delivery of student accommodation.” (statement here) USI President, Chris Clifford said: “When we heard through the media last week that Minister Harris was bring a new policy to the cabinet meeting and that the new strategy would be published on Friday, we were relieved that there finally seemed to be some action around the student accommodation crisis. But we have been left angry and frustrated after seeing that there was little […]
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International Affairs

[…]in Ireland and across Europe on the matter. 14 IA 1           SUPPORTING LGBT RUSSIA Congress is aware: Of USI’s proud history of campaigning for LGBT rights, including the 1993 decriminalisation of homosexuality in Ireland. Congress believes: That as a Union we have a responsibility to ensure that human rights are protected, not only for our members but also for our European and international counterparts. Congress is appalled: By the effect the of the “homosexual propaganda” law that has been introduced and implemented by the lawmakers of the Russian Federation. Congress notes with concern: That the Russian LGBT community is living […]

Accommodation and Finance Support 

[…]with your landlord or managing your money. Here are some support available to you:  USI & RTB Accommodation and finance guide, 2018 Threshold – Is a national charity that offer advice and are working towards ending homelessness  RTB – Residential tenancy board have an online dispute service if you’re having troubles with your landlord  MABS – A money advice and budgeting services which is free, confidential and independent.   Click the link below to find out more about USI affiliated college rental […]

Statement on Berkeley Incident

[…]students. Laura Harmon, USI President, said: “The thoughts of the whole student movement are today with the families and friends of those students caught up in this terrible event. Like the classmates and loved ones of those involved, we await further information from the authorities. Every year thousands of students travel the world to broaden their horizons and learn from other peoples. We urge students overseas to take care today wherever they are, and to the time to phone home and check in.” Consular Advice Telephone (Department of Foreign Affairs) +353 1 418 […]

Redeveloping the website

[…]of the website, with a corporate focus for the 20% of the rest of development.  We aim to put out news of campaigns and issues first, and support our members engage with those issues and campaigns, along with the structures and systems in the organisation. The new features of the site are:   USI Events A proper Events Notification and booking system.  If USI is hosting an event, its details and the opportunity to book will be available on the site. Blogs for Officers Student officers lead USI – now they can communicate their thoughts, their take on events and […]

Finance & Accommodation Guide

[…]can download a copy of the new Finance and Accommodation Guide here >> USI and RTB Finance and Accommodation Guide 2017     The Finance and Accommodation Guide details the rights students have as tenants, and it is particularly useful for students who are renting for the first time. The guide notes the need to ensure you have a record of all payments, including rent, either electronically via bank transfer or within a rent book provided by your landlord. There is a rent book also available within the guide. While there is no legal obligation for a landlord to provide a written […]

International Affairs Policy

[…]in the tens of thousands. The reports from the Ukrainian Government on April 12th about the Russian usage of chemical warfare against Ukraine.   The needs civilians will urgently need to international aid.  On Sunday 10th April, Minister for Equality and Integration Roderic O’Gorman said more than 20 thousand refugees have already arrived in Ireland.  Congress Notes:   The calls from many different organisations for support in fundraising for non lethal supplies to assist people in Ukraine.   Congress Mandates:   USI Coiste Gnó to provide resources to member organisations which wish to fundraise for non-lethal supplies to Ukrainian citizens.  The Coiste Gnó to […]

USI and RTB launch the Finance and Accommodation Guide to prep new Students for College

[…]the lease, and not be penalised unfairly on their deposit. The guide also provides information on finance and gives budgeting tips for students to financially manage the college year. “USI is delighted to be launching the 2016 Finance and Accommodation guide with the RTB.” Annie Hoey, USI President, said. “It will really help students, especially those moving away from home for the first time, with tips on finding accommodation, what to do once you’ve found the accommodation, and what to do to organise yourself before starting college.” USI is urging students to do their best to sort out accommodation in […]
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USI Slams Increase In Trinity College Dublin Post-Graduate And International Student Fees

[…]students affected. USI, which represents 374,000 students and students from TCD, is determined to campaign alongside these unions to reverse this hike. Michael Kerrigan, USI President, said, ‘Two weeks after the Government largely ignored the plight of students across the country in Budget 2018, we have yet another example of the unfairness and inequality at the heart of higher education in Ireland. With the increase in rent in Dublin, and supports for post-graduates being left aside, this fee hike is an attempt to pinch money straight from students’ pockets. Mr Kerrigan went on to say, ‘As USI campaigns for grant […]
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USI and the HEA Recommends a change in higher education where students will be involved in decision-making processes

[…]today (Thursday) included Professor Stuart Brand, Director of Learning Experience at Birmingham City University, and Marese Bermingham, Head of Strategic Student Engagement and Retention at Cork Institute of Technology (CIT). The full report of the Working Group on Student Engagement, including the principles developed by the group, is available at: […]
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Blogs

[…]remits.  The USI Blog section allows officers to explore the stories and processes behind the news stories and to explain how they do their job. Note: sometimes, the blog section may deviate from the mainstream of policies for the organisation – as a result, this section is not to be taken as a canonical interpretation of the whole raft of USI’s policies. [loop category=guestblog module=b […]

USI Newsletters

[…]to news@usi.ie. Sign up to the newsletter below! Subscribe to our mailing list and get news on campaigns, events and what your national union is doing for you: Enter your email address and hit […]

New review of Student Grant Scheme welcomed by USI

[…]of years. It will also look at the levels of financial support provided and USI will continue to campaign to ensure these are in line with the cost of living, as per our current Education for All campaign. We welcome this announcement, but this really must be more than a paper exercise and we will continue to lobby to ensure this is a meaningful process. However, as the findings of review will not be published until summer 2021, it is important that steps are taken in the meantime to support widening access and broad supports for students currently in the […]
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This Week in USI April 22nd – 28th, 2017

[…]Ireland USI is supporting the #OneForIreland campaign this May Bank Holiday weekend, which is a campaign run by current and former TCD students, and this year has 7 projects across 7 regions in Ireland identified as charity partners for youth mental health projects. Get involved by sharing online and giving a Euro this weekend! Check out the projects here: […]

USI partners with The Irish Times to launch Campus Times

[…]expert advice and guidance as they decide on their college career. Campus Times will host a live Q&A stream so that students and parents can have immediate access to the information they need to make informed decisions. USI has produced a number of videos for the site with the help of student volunteers and Students’ Unions from around the country. USI hopes to continue developing the project with the Irish Times to provide an online hub for student news and discussion of third level education. Student journalists and contributors will provide content that reflects the excellent standard of student media […]
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Steven Kavanagh

The Union of Students in Ireland is today saddened by the news of the passing of our friend and colleague, LIT Students’ Union Vice-President Steven Kavanagh. Our thoughts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this extremely difficult and challenging time. Steven was one of the most genuine and honest people to have been involved in USI for many years. His dedication and commitment to the student cause both on a national level and working on behalf of the students in LIT was unparalleled. He is a true inspiration to all of us in the student movement. This is […]

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