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USI Submission to the Committee on Housing and Homelessness
[…]for the creation of a capital grant specifically for HEI’s planning, development and construction of on- campus student accommodation. 5. To ensure that NAMA recognises the student housing issue as a social issue and to be recognised as a social housing issue to assist with development and planning to meet demand. 6. Consideration to be given to tax measures to develop on-campus accommodation for HEIs. 7. Engage in meaningful consultation with NAMA regarding the availability of suitable properties and land that could be used for student accommodation by HEIs or HEIs working on joint projects. 8. Encourage and facilitate the […]
USI calls on students to turn out in force for this weekend’s National Demonstration for Palestine, co-organised by the union
[…]to end the genocide in Gaza Ending Israeli apartheid once and for all Expelling the Israeli Ambassador to Ireland The Irish Government to place pressure on the EU to call for a ceasefire and refer the current leadership of Israel to International Courts Freedom and Justice for […]
Postgraduate Researchers’ Rights Charter
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USI President Welcomes Reduced Fees for Returning Emigrants.
[…]the internship culture which has been allowed to develop. While a significant improvement over the international/non-EU levels of fees now exists for the small number of young people who find themselves in this situation, the Student Contribution Charge, which is set to reach €3,000 in Budget 2015, is still a strong barrier to access for many families and young people. Equity of access to Higher Education can only be delivered through a publicly-funded system devoid of financial barriers and commercial influence.” For more information contact USI Communications and Research Executive Grainne O’Reilly on 087 6776636 or 01 […]
USI Welcomes the Strategy for the Rental Sector
[…]to support rapid development of purpose-built accommodation reducing pressure on the mainstream rental market. The lack of student accommodation very often forces students to seek poor quality, overpriced accommodation in private rental sector. ‘We are committed to work on the upcoming Student Accommodation Strategy, which will address the difficulties students have every year with finding a place to stay. We cannot accept a situation when students have to drop out of their courses because they don’t have roof over their heads’ Hoey continues. If you want to read USI Submission to the Rental Strategy, please follow this […]
USI Welcomes the Strategy for the Rental Sector
[…]to support rapid development of purpose-built accommodation reducing pressure on the mainstream rental market. The lack of student accommodation very often forces students to seek poor quality, overpriced accommodation in private rental sector. ‘We are committed to work on the upcoming Student Accommodation Strategy, which will address the difficulties students have every year with finding a place to stay. We cannot accept a situation when students have to drop out of their courses because they don’t have roof over their heads’ Hoey continues. If you want to read USI Submission to the Rental Strategy, please follow this […]
USI President sets out student choices for the future of higher education in Ireland
[…]Education Simon Harris at the Future Forward event ‘Investing in Education in a Post COVID world’ hosted by the Education Futures Coalition and the Education division of ICTU in which speakers outlined their views for the future of the sector. According to Fitzpatrick, a review of the student funding system is urgently required to ensure that those who need support to attend college can do so without worrying about the financial costs and instead concentrating on the academic requirements of their chosen course. Addressing the need for a revised funding model for the sector, she lamented education institutions being forced […]
The Week in USI 8-12 May 2017
[…]asap if you are LGBTI+ and are between 15-24. The VP Equality has partnered with Amnesty International on a ‘sit out’ event organised for next Wednesday 17th of May, on the day of Ibrahim’s 23rd proposed trial date. Please contact equality@usi.ie for more info on how to take […]
Student action to demand an end to gender-based sexual violence
[…]UCD, Waterford IT, IT Carlow, Carlow College, DCU, TCD, TU Dublin (City Campus, Blanchardstown Campus and Tallaght Campus), and NUI Galway all taking part in this year’s event. There will be murals, banners, posters and social media activity throughout the day. “This high visibility campaign aims to tackle the harmful behaviours which prevent students from being able to safely and equally participate in college life by driving change through awareness, training and support structures. The events taking place this week play an important role in this, reminding us all of our shared responsibilities in creating a culture of zero tolerance […]
USI Stands in Solidarity with Ibrahim Halawa
[…]and standing in solidarity with Ibrahim Halawa. Please join us today and assemble outside the Amnesty International offices on Fleet Street in Temple Bar at 5:30pm and add your voice to the call for Ibrahim’s immediate and unconditional release. Tomorrow, on the 11th December, two days before Ibrahim’s 20th birthday (he was 17 when he was first imprisoned), USI will be running a #FreeIbrahim campaign in campuses across Ireland. Please take a picture of yourself with a ‘Happy Birthday Ibrahim’ postcard, share it on social media, sign it, attach a stamp to it and send it to the Irish Embassy […]
Social Welfare for Under 26
[…]179,500 persons unemployed. With young people lacking necessary experience in a competitive Labour Market, and a timeframe of up to 12 months being unemployed to enter JobPlus to further obtain employment and skills (Department of Social Protection, 2016), young people cannot survive on the current Jobseekers’ Allowances with the cost of living of a single adult being €184 pw (Vincentian Partnership, 2013). USI support NYCI’s claim to restore over time the Jobseekers’ Allowance starting with an immediate investment of €24m. Costings: For a gradual increase: €24mNote, for a full restoration: €149m Responsibility: Department of Social […]
Irish Marriage Equality Leaders speak out about need for action urgently in Northern Ireland
In an open letter to the Irish Government, USI alongside spokespeople for organisations: Amnesty International Marriage Equality Yes Equality Irish Council for Civil Liberties Belong To Irish Congress of Trade Unions outlined their frustration that people within the LGBT community in Northern Ireland can still not lawfully marry one another. “It is wholly unacceptable that, years after the introduction of equal marriage legislation in every other part of the UK and Ireland, same-sex couples north of the Border should continue to face discrimination.” Read more […]
Future Focus Campaign Launch in partnership with USI, HAYS Recruitment and Enterprise Ireland
[…]today (Friday, March 7th) at 12pm in the National College of Ireland (NCI). The campaign, in partnership with HAYS Recruitment and Enterprise Ireland, will consist of three components: A new graduate jobs website providing advice to students and graduates on their CV, Cover Letter, Interview Skills, Social Media and Rights as a Worker, as well as a graduate jobs platform to assist students in finding employment. A nationwide Road Show hosted by HAYS Recruitment and Enterprise Ireland across all USI-affiliated member colleges, North and South of the border. -The first-ever Student Summit on Enterprise and Innovation, taking place in the […]
USI joins forces with the Teachers’ Union of Ireland and launches ‘I Value Higher Education’ Petition
[…]and safeguard higher education for the next generation. The ‘I Value Higher Education’ campaign invites students, their families and teachers to sign the petition on http://chn.ge/1R6NBXz “USI is proud to join with TUI on the ‘I Value Higher Education’ campaign which seeks to promote the value of higher education in Irish society.” Kevin Donoghue, USI President, said. “The campaign acknowledges higher education as a central function within the social, cultural and economic fabrics of Irish society. It recognises the contribution already made to the Irish economic growth and social development through the provision of publicly-funded higher education; promotes free higher […]
USI Makes Submission to the Strategy for the Rented Sector
[…]to provide greater certainty for student tenants and landlords through a mechanism for disciplined market-sensitive, based on CPI and rent adjustment. Supply: To develop a coherent programme of conditional supply-side supports to increase availability of affordable rental housing, e.g. tax reliefs for renovation of vacant homes in the cities by the owners themselves. Proposing a diverse range of incentives for the landlords that should include, but not be limited to tax breaks (e.g. reduced electricity/gas charges or other benefits linked to social welfare payments’ system). USI welcomes the rent-a-room scheme, but believes that it may lead to driving-up the rental […]
USI President expresses solidarity with victims in Spain and Brussels
[…]horizons and striking out in other countries to learn more about their chosen subject and the world around them; we are deeply saddened by their loss. Last night’s attacks in Brussels, across the metro network and the airport in that city, have left thirteen people dead; families devastated, children without parents and parents without children. Our student movement is, of course, powerless to confront the geopolitical mess creating these appalling atrocities; nevertheless we’ve always been unafraid to stand up for peace, at home and abroad. I know that you will want to send a message of sympathy […]
USI National Report on Student Mental Health in Third Level Education
[…]hope to carry out several flash surveys that will give us a glimpse into specific issues for example the experience of international students or those who have had to repeat a year or come off books due to mental health, as well as producing some reports detailing deeper analysis of the data already […]
#WhyResearchMatters
[…]great research, and this competition aims to showcase the work of Ireland’s researchers for the world to see. Postgraduates from any background can participate in this competition. To compete in the competition, we are asking you to create a video about the research that you are doing, discussing why you’re doing this research, what you have learned or hope to learn, and why you feel this research matters. Upon completion of your video, upload it to your preferred hosting service (i.e. YouTube) and then fill out this form to enter, don’t forget to include the link to your video in […]
Students are in the Best Position to set up their own Business
[…]those things that inspire you and responding to the challenges you meet from critics and the marketplace.” The Student Summit will also be held by the Union of Students in Ireland on the 4th February in Dublin Castle with 600 students to launch 40+ start up jobs for students with the most cutting edge start ups in Ireland today; 20+ development workshops for young entrepreneurs; along with the student summit start up pitch which is putting the finest student start ups head-to-head for a cash prize of €1,500, working office space and mentoring with Enterprise Ireland. The official hashtag for […]
Usit Travel Liquidation Statement
[…]we enjoy working with the firm and hope that the legacy of this cornerstone of the Irish travel market can yet be saved. Our thoughts today are with the staff, and we hope that students who had made plans with the firm can be made whole in the coming days. Students who have paid for products and who would like to try to secure a refund should try to make contact with Usit Travel’s liquidators in the coming days, and may wish to contact FLAC (Free Legal Advice Centres) on www.flac.ie or the Citizen’s Information on https://www.citizensinformation.ie/ for further […]
Usit Travel Liquidation Statement
[…]we enjoy working with the firm and hope that the legacy of this cornerstone of the Irish travel market can yet be saved. Our thoughts today are with the staff, and we hope that students who had made plans with the firm can be made whole in the coming days. Students who have paid for products and who would like to try to secure a refund should try to make contact with Usit Travel’s liquidators in the coming days, and may wish to contact FLAC (Free Legal Advice Centres) on www.flac.ie or the Citizen’s Information on https://www.citizensinformation.ie/ for further […]
USI calls for key supports for students ahead of the new academic year
[…]but if not, then in Budget 2021 by the absolute latest. It is not right that students have to struggle to pay the same fees when there is such uncertainty about their future. “USI conducted research earlier this year to understand how COVID-19 was impacting students and one of the key recommendations from this research was that provisions be put in place for students who do not have access to devices or have poor WiFi. There also must be extra financial supports made available for for students through SUSI, the Student Assistance Fund and other funds that support access. “The […]
Our Projects: Saves 2
[…]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 2017, Ireland joined an international coalition of universities from around Europe, to bring SAVES “Student Switch Off” to four Universities in Ireland. Staff hall of fame Key to the future success of the Student Switch Off are the students and staff working in accommodation and energy efficiency in Universities across Ireland, backed by a tiny team of staff inside USI. Our purpose As with […]
Our Projects: Saves 2
[…]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 2017, Ireland joined an international coalition of universities from around Europe, to bring SAVES “Student Switch Off” to four Universities in Ireland. Staff hall of fame Key to the future success of the Student Switch Off are the students and staff working in accommodation and energy efficiency in Universities across Ireland, backed by a tiny team of staff inside USI. Our purpose As with […]
Letter to South African Ambassador to Ireland following the death of Nelson Mandela
[…]Mandela has done in promoting peace, human rights and social justice. USI has a long history of campaigning with the Irish Anti-Apartheid Movement, and engaged heavily with campaigns to release Mr. Mandela from prison during the 1980’s. In the future, as we continue our battle for equity of access to Education and the elimination of racism and social exclusion, I am sure that future student leaders will continue to be inspired by the words and deeds of the legendary Madiba. “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” Yours sincerely, Joe O’Connor President […]
European Student Convention underway at NUI, Galway
[…]appreciation and promotion festival, as well as the thirtieth anniversary of the ERASMUS programme and International Women’s Day – all of which create foci to the event. The Union of Students in Ireland secured the convention out of sequence – the event normally shadows the European Council presidency – but delegates were happy to fly in to Galway in advance of the European Student Union Board Meeting which will take place in Malta. Speaking at the opening session, USI President Annie Hoey paid tribute to the work of students’ unions across Europe, and expressed her hope that the week in […]
European Student Convention underway at NUI, Galway
[…]appreciation and promotion festival, as well as the thirtieth anniversary of the ERASMUS programme and International Women’s Day – all of which create foci to the event. The Union of Students in Ireland secured the convention out of sequence – the event normally shadows the European Council presidency – but delegates were happy to fly in to Galway in advance of the European Student Union Board Meeting which will take place in Malta. Speaking at the opening session, USI President Annie Hoey paid tribute to the work of students’ unions across Europe, and expressed her hope that the week in […]
The Week in USI 22-27 January 2017
[…]students through forums, petitions and a survey being issued in the coming weeks to inform the campaign. You can learn more about the campaign here: www.bigstart.ie The Vice President for Campaigns attended the National Youth Council of Ireland (NYCI) Board meeting to discuss the implications of Brexit, the Public Health (Alcohol) Bill, and the Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures Strategy on young people in […]
Postgraduate Researchers’ Rights Charter
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USI launches accommodation relief site
[…]to students while easing the stress on the rental market as a whole. It will also help families who are struggling to make ends meet.” Donoghue made clear that, whilst the rent-a-room relief scheme represents a good option for students and home owners alike, the problem of under provision of accommodation in major towns needs to be addressed urgently by the government – and is likely to become a general election issue. “Long term the solution is more purpose built student accommodation. While this will help alleviate the problem in the short term it can’t be seen as a permanent […]
USI Equality Campaign
The USI Equality Campaign is the national student led equality campaign. The campaign has five major focuses: Students with Disabilities, Gender Equality, International Students, LGBT Students and Mature Students. The campaign aims to support students by breaking down stereotypes and fighting discrimination within the third-level education system. International In Ireland, overseas students continue to make up a growing vibrant, multiculturally diverse community. As part of the USI Equality campaign, we aim to work on equality of oportunities for all students regardless of their country of origin. The USI Equality and Citizenship Officer sits on the Board of Directors of […]
USI responds to UCD Irish student place rationing proposal
[…]students from overseas. Colleges are more than ever in the business of filling classrooms, and the rules allow non-EU students to be shaken down for much more money than EU students. Students from overseas pay enormous fees to study in Ireland, and Brexit may well make Ireland even more attractive. – USI has always welcomed students from across the world, and entirely understands the attractiveness of Ireland as a place to study. We are concerned by the prospect of students from overseas being exploited to alleviate the underinvestment in Ireland. As supporters of the local economy in this country, we […]
Global Undergraduate Awards
[…]students in graduation years 2018, 2019 and 2020. [closing date: 11th June, 2019] The programme is unique in offering global recognition for your undergraduate coursework, assessed by a panel of international academic experts. Winners also receive an all-expenses paid trip to The Global Undergraduate Summit in Dublin in November. All work must be anonymised and of a 2.1 grade or higher (predicted grades are accepted). See full guidelines and submit for free online […]
The role of students in 1916 compared to the role of students today
[…]Social media was flooded with statements and photos from Ireland’s far flung youth supporting same-same marriage, and getting planes, trains and automobiles to have their vote, and their voice, heard. The power and weight of the young vote was undeniable and written into Irish history when it reformed the justice system – now, same-sex marriage is legal. We have come so far but we still have a long way to go. The role of the youth in 1916 was primarily disruption. Today, their role is still disruption but a different kind – instead of focusing on freedom of country from […]
USI SAVES programme tackling energy waste and climate change
[…]our sponsors ‘Ben & Jerrys’ Ice cream for a balloon ride in the park and free ice cream as part of International workers day. The campaign continues during the exam period via our photo competitions and students have a chance to win ticket to the zoo and concerts. For more information on the Irish campaign, check out […]
USI welcomes 20 years of the Good Friday Agreement
[…]students in 1998. A quarter of a century before, student leaders from across Ireland and the UK came together to lay the foundations of student co-operation across these islands in what became known as the Bilateral Agreement. Since then, NUS-USI has led the way in initiatives to unify and students of all political opinions and none in Northern Ireland for peace and a future built on mutual respect – their desire for that future and their determination to help form it, are undiminished. On this historic occasion, recognising that the work of building peace is never over, we wish our […]
Publicly Funded Higher Education
[…]add, USI are asking that the Government increase funding for Higher Education Institute’s running multiple campuses. The HEA review revealed high costs associated with the delivery of education in these smaller campuses and revealed campus deficits of €1.3mn for Killybegs (run by LYIT); €2mn at Castlebar and €700,000 at Letterfrack (run by GMIT); and €1mn at the National Maritime College (run by CIT). These deficits make a major contribution to the overall deficit position of these institutes. USI ask that the increase in funding be allocated to protect these campuses. Costing: €17m per €250 reduction per annum Responsibility: Department of […]
Migrant Minds Matter campaign launched
[…]of society tomorrow. It is with this in mind, that Migrant Minds Matter is such an invaluable campaign.” USI Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, Marie Lyons said: “Access to education has the power to change a life, the Migrant Minds Matter campaign is striving to break down the barriers to accessing higher education for migrants, asylum seekers, those who are undocumented and all those within the Direct Provision system. Since our foundation, USI has fought to remove barriers to education and make higher education accessible to all. This important campaign will go further towards making educational accessible to all.” As part of Migrant Minds Matter, students will […]
Students and supporters urged to join protest at Trinity College NOW in support of student occupation and banner drop at College Green
[…]November 29), to support an occupation that is currently underway by TCD Students’ Union. On International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, TCD SU and TCD BDS have occupied a room in the university in order to display banners looking out on College Green calling for the college to end ties with Israel, and in support of the Palestinian people. TCD SU President László Molnárfi has also been in direct contact with Trinity’s Junior Dean and Provost to request, in the strongest terms, that they tell security at Trinity not to use force against their own students and Students’ […]
USI Writes To 8th Committee
[…](NWCI), the Abortion Right’s Campaign (ARC), the Coalition to Repeal the 8th Amendment, and Amnesty International Ireland, who are advocating for the repeal of the Eighth Amendment and the introduction of legislation mandating women’s and girls’ access to safe abortion in Ireland, in line with global and European good practice. USI is clearly asking representatives to consider the recommendations as Oireachtas members submit their amendments this week. […]
Congress 2015 E-Clár
[…]for all USI Congress information, live and updated as it happens at Congress 2015. Timetable / Amchláir Motions before […]
Student leadership and activism recognised at Student Achievement Awards Ireland 2021
[…]of the Year (sponsored by SIPTU): Nicole Carr, MSU Student Activist of the Year (sponsored by Amnesty International): Mair Kelly, UCCSU Student Media Outlet of the Year: The University Times, TCDSU Students’ Union Team of the Year (supported by Gaisce – The President’s Award) Small: Stranmillis Students’ Union Medium: IT Carlow Students’ Union Large: TU Dublin Students’ Union Welfare Campaign of the Year (sponsored by SpunOut.ie): Student Wellbeing in Lockdown, NWRC Students’ […]
Bank of Ireland cuts interest rates for postgraduate student loans to just 5.5% (5.6% APR)
[…]to work out what level of study you can commit to. · Keep an eye on the jobs market – Keep ahead of the game by focusing on postgraduate courses that you know will give you a competitive advantage in the […]
USI Joins The Healthy Ireland Network
[…]was nominated by the Healthy Ireland Council to contribute further to the national and local framework as being a network partner. As USI is a key stakeholder in health in Ireland representing student. USI welcomed the initiative and look forward to continue to work more closely top achieve the goals and visions set out by the Healthy Ireland framework. USI Vice President for Welfare, Cian Power, said at the launch, “USI are delighted to be now part of the Healthy Ireland Initiative and being a stakeholder in the network. We see the value in collaborating to reach the ultimate goal […]
Ciarán McKeown
[…]can guide us and others in the pursuit of peace. Our thoughts are with his children, family and friends today. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam […]
#knowingthesigns of drug overdose
[…]Overdose Awareness Day, and USI is working with An Roinn Sláinte (The Department of Health) and drugs.ie to promote ways to keep our friends safe in the event of a drugs overdose. By knowing the signs and seeking prompt medical help for someone experiencing an overdose, you could save a friend’s life. We’ve teamed up to prepare new resources and information for students to help. You can see the new resources at […]
All-Island Civic Dialogue – USI Address
[…]closely to ensure the freedom of movement and the mobility of our academic community is not hamstrung post-Brexit. The value of education to our modern society is intrinsic, and it must be defended. USI, NUSUK, and NUS-USI will be there to champion, no matter what. Donald Tusk quoted the USI motto a few months ago, so I’ll leave you with it. Ní neart go cur le […]
Sponsorship Opportunities
[…]gala dinner) (Spring, Annually) The Student Exam Guide (published in December for Christmas Exams and in April in time for spring exams and […]
Government urged to support USI student accommodation bill in Dáil debate
[…]has caused huge issues for students during the public health restrictions with students losing thousands of euro in prepaid rent. USI is calling on Government and all other TDs in the Dáil to support the Bill, bring it to committee stage and act on it urgently. USI Vice President for Campaigns, Craig McHugh said: “This bill would begin to even the playing field between student renters and renters who hold a traditional lease. For too long students have had sub-par rental rights and the COVID-19 pandemic really brought this home to many. We are hopeful that Government will recognise this tomorrow and indicate their […]
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