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[…]the COVID-19 pandemic, the Union of Students in Ireland said today. The USI says the closure of campuses and the stay-home guidelines have been extremely difficult on students who live in cramped or overcrowded situations and do not have the space to study. USI Equality and Citizenship Vice-President Megan Reilly welcomed news that the Department of Justice and Equality has written to university presidents urging them to provide alternative accommodation for students in Direct Provision. Megan said: “Students in Direct Provision are in very tough circumstances during these times. They do not have the space or privacy in which to […]
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[…]of Ireland, the European Union and its allies to act immediately against the breaking of these fundamental international humanitarian laws. On October 9, Israeli Defence Minister, Yoav Gallant, publicly showcased the disproportionate nature of the response of the state of Israel on the people of Gaza when he stated: “I have ordered a complete siege on the Gaza strip. There will be no electricity, no food, no fuel, everything is closed. We are fighting human animals, and we act accordingly.” This statement indicates a complete disregard for the lives of the people living under siege in Gaza, and amounts to […]
[…]Unions include: Institute of Technology Blanchardstown Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design & Technology National University of Ireland Galway Waterford Institute of Technology IT Tallaght National College of Ireland St. Angela’s College Sligo Dublin Institute of Technology Limerick Institute of Technology Letterkenny Institute of Technology NUI Maynooth Dundalk Institute of Technology University College Dublin University College Cork Institute of Technology Carlow Trinity College Dublin Institute of Technology Sligo Athlone Institute of Technology Mater Dei Institute Queens University Belfast Galway Mayo Institute of Technology IT Tralee LIT Tipperary Submissions can be made online at: http://www.president.ie/featured-posts-with-news/president-invites-your-submissions-here/ The deadline for submissions is September […]
[…]on policy developments in higher education at the European level; Organising seminars, training, campaigns and conferences relevant to students; Conducting European-wide research, partnership projects and campaigns; Producing a variety of publications for students, policy-makers and higher education professionals. See also ESU’s statutes and standing orders (as adopted at the Board Meeting in Bucharest, Romania, April 2012), ESU’s activity reports and ESU’s Plans of Work. ESU’s mission as adopted at its 61st Board Meeting: ESU’s mission is to represent, defend and strengthen students’ educational, democratic and political and social rights. ESU will work for sustainable, accessible and high quality higher […]
[…]to help address those challenges. There are many organisations and groups undertaking research or running programmes and initiatives that would be beneficial for the Working Group to be aware of as we progress our work. If you believe you have information that will be useful for the Working Group, please email it to president@usi.ie with “SLWE Submission” as the subject line by 24th of […]
[…]The centrepiece event was a lively panel discussion featuring Niamh Herbert from the Disability & I campaign and Mary Quirke of AHEAD. On Tuesday, the sessions examined the national access plan as a policy instrument, drawing in particular on Irish and Austrian experiences. The outcomes of the sessions will be presented to the Bolonga Follow-Up Group for the Social Dimension as the authoritative international student perspective on access. On Wednesday, a half-day session considered the consequences of Brexit for European Higher Education, with a focus on international mobility, the internationalisation of qualifications, and research collaboration. Students’ Union News: In relation […]
[…]hikes in accommodation near DCU and NUI Galway with the Shanowen Shakedown and Cuirt Shakedown campaigns, and sustained campaigns under the Raise The Roof banner. This amendment now has to go to a report stage in the Dáil and then through the Seanad. The Union of Students in Ireland and it’s members were commended on the work done thus far on the matter around the table of the Oireachtas Housing Committee. The student movement has been a driving force behind this change, having had representatives on the Oireachtas Housing Committee twice this year. USI President, Síona Cahill welcomes the news […]
[…]women travel abroad every year to get an abortion. Laura Harmon, USI Vice-President for Equality & Citizenship said: “We are excited to be holding these seminars on campuses across the country and we hope that discussions will be generated around gender equality issues and barriers that women face in progressing in their careers. These seminars will be a great opportunity for students to hear from successful women who are in leadership positions and to ask them about their experiences. Needless to say, the seminars are open to everyone, regardless of gender.” Sian Cowman, Auditor of UCC Feminist Society, said that […]
USI Congress elections nominations end today – 13/02/2014 Students’ Union Presidents seeking to nominate candidates for positions on the USI Officer Board have until 5.30 today to submit their nominations on headed notepaper as per the regulations. Get them […]
[…]in Ireland have for over two decades led a ‘Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance’ (SHAG) campaign on campuses, promoting safe sex and the use of contraception on campuses across Ireland. Notes: USI represents over 374,000 students at third level and further education across Ireland USI’s ‘SHAG’ campaign is supported by the HSE, and this year 30,000 condoms were delivered to students on campuses across Ireland, including information on safe sex, consent and support for unplanned pregnancies, including the HSE ‘My Options’ helpline. Prices for the pill per month mostly range from €5 to €8 rising to €14.50. One of […]
[…]for postgraduate students entering college in September 2017, was announced in Budget 2018 and came after a prolonged campaign by USI on the issue. The programme for a Partnership Government contained a commitment “to increase support for postgraduates with a particular focus on those from low income households.” The grant is one of a number of changes designed to support the most vulnerable groups enrolled in third level education. The postgraduate grant, worth almost €6,000, will be made available to students in the lowest income category. USI President Annie Hoey also called on both undergraduate and postgraduate students to apply […]
[…]the launch of the Union of Students in Ireland’s ‘Fight For Your Future Now’ national campaign today, USI President Joe O’Connor said the new student voter database which USI is developing will instantly match student votes to constituencies and local TDs. USI is also today launching its Pre-Budget Submission, which calls on the protection of the student maintenance grant and the Back to Education Allowance, a fairer and more affordable postgraduate loan scheme and investment in the European Youth Guarantee. Speaking at the launch, Joe O’Connor said: “Decisions made by Government in the upcoming Budget could have potentially dire consequences […]
[…]certainly a push to prevent students being able to express their strongly held views on the 8th Amendment. Every campus in the country which has asked its students by way of referendum has had overwhelming responses to call for a repeal of this amendment. The student movement has historically led the discussion on reproductive rights and healthcare in this country, and we will ensure student voices are at ballot boxes on May 25th.” Mr Kerrigan added, “No one under the age of 53 has had the opportunity to vote on this issue, and arguably it affects our future generations more […]
[…]students on receiving their results urging important next steps to be taken after celebration. Today is a milestone in the lives of these students, and USI hopes that students have received the results that will see them enter third-level education. USI President Michael Kerrigan said, “Today is a tense and anxious day for Leaving Certificate students receiving their results. Remember, if you’re happy or disappointed with your results you should still be proud of your achievement of getting past one of the toughest moments of your education.” Prospective students will be getting CAO offers on Monday the 21st of August […]
[…]and the wider community. The full day’s programme is available at: http://seechange.ie/index.php/news-and- events/345-campus-tour-2012 -ENDS- NOTE TO EDITORS 1. To arrange an interview with from a spokesperson from any of the organisations involved, contact Sorcha Lowry (Communications Officer, See Change) on 0867954391 or sorcha@seechange.ie. About See Change: See Change, the National Mental Health Stigma Reduction Partnership, is an alliance of over 60 organisations working together to bring about positive change in public attitudes and behaviour towards people with mental health problems. www.seechange.ie About Suicide or Survive (SOS): SOS is an Irish charity focussed on breaking down the stigma associated with mental […]
[…]the second highest student fees in Europe, placing enormous financial pressure on students and families. Today, the job begins to create a coalition for education to promote education and its outputs and make an election issue out of the value and cost of college. Education funded properly can be the spark to ignite our economy – students want to be that […]
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[…]with solid evidence and representation from across the country.” Accommodation Crisis High among the reasons for finance-related student drop out is the current crisis in securing student accommodation – and this seems to be on track to get far worse this year, as the rental shortage across the country seems to be concentrated in college towns and […]
[…]is dangerous. It is never the fault of the victim even if they have been drinking or taking drugs. It is important that victims feel that they can report an incident no matter what the context. Making a habit of noting the name or license number of a taxi driver at the start of a journey can be very helpful. If someone you know has been raped or assaulted support them and make sure they know it is not their fault. You can find helpful information here.www.rapecrisishelp.ie ‘ Fiona Neary, RCNI Director said: ‘Taxi drivers are professionals providing a service. The nature of the […]
