[…]events for the classes of 2020 and 2021. We understand that you may not yet be in a position to commit to a format for this year’s graduation ceremonies, however we are writing to implore the institution to be creative and not to cancel in-person graduations and move them online. Students feel that the commitment and preparations to return to on-campus activity should include graduation ceremonies and events. There is an expectation, under best practice student engagement and partnership, to communicate and consult with the Students’ Union when creating these plans. It is understood that these might not yet return […]
[…]of the convention is two fold. First, it is intended to provide mature students with vital information and skills which will help them to lead a fulfilling and successful time in college. Second, the convention will give mature students the opportunity to network with others from all over the country. The convention will cost €10 per attendee. This will cover the cost of convention materials and lunch. Students can pay on the day. Please pre-register here: http://usimaturestudentsconvention.eventbrite.ie/ [issuu width=420 height=297 embedBackground=%23000000 backgroundColor=%23222222 documentId=121012104753-a55afd452c7047eea711c5decf2acc0f name=mature_students_convention_programme username=theusi tag=2012 unit=px […]
[…]Pink Training. The positive impact on LGBT students and their allies can be felt across campuses, and communities at every corner of the country. We’re delighted to have the support of Microsoft, who are championing diversity and inclusion not only in the workplace but for students too.” Microsoft has developed a strong track record of fostering diversity and inclusion not only in the company’s workforce but also amongst future tech leaders. The company was recognised in the Workplace Equality Index Awards as one of the Top 5 Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality. With a firm belief in the […]
[…]Pink Training. The positive impact on LGBT students and their allies can be felt across campuses, and communities at every corner of the country. We’re delighted to have the support of Microsoft, who are championing diversity and inclusion not only in the workplace but for students too.” Microsoft has developed a strong track record of fostering diversity and inclusion not only in the company’s workforce but also amongst future tech leaders. The company was recognised in the Workplace Equality Index Awards as one of the Top 5 Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality. With a firm belief in the […]
[…]President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “We’re delighted that we’ve been able to move this event online and we hope everybody is excited and will take plenty away from it. The training covers areas such as campaigning tactics, academic representation, student finance and SUSI, postgrad experiences and events in the ‘new normal’. We’re making sure that Students’ Union officers from across the country are prepared to support all students in the new academic year.” There are six new faces on the USI Executive this year, with Clare Austick, Adam Clarke, Ellen Fearon, Ciara Kealy, Megan O’Neill and Gary Tobin all joining the […]
