[…]cuts must be accepted and those responsible must now ensure that it is our most vulnerable who see the fruits of our recovery. In the past two years alone, USI has registered 80,000 new students to vote. USI and Students Unions will be making sure that young people vote in the next election.” “Young people want candidates and political parties to demonstrate leadership that befits the positions they seek and to map out a clear path to a strong, sustainable future.” Annie Hoey, USI Deputy President, said, “Education from early years to post-doctorate is not just a right but key […]
[…]of Students of Ireland. My Department has provided financial assistance to the USI to help them run their #homesforstudy Campaign.” You can read the full National Student Accommodation Strategy here >> See the Department for Education and Skills release here […]
[…]also believes more should be done to assist those with a gambling addiction to receive the support they need and encourages those who are suffering from this addiction to reach out for advice and […]
[…]year and you won’t have to pay extra tuition fees and as with many people they get on great in the course they accept. As soon as you know which college you’ll be attending you need to do the following things: Sort out your accommodation. Work out how you will get to college on time everyday. Get a notebook and pen for notes and your ready. The Students’ Union website will have lots of helpful advice.” -ENDS- Editor’s Note: USI President John Logue will be available for comment and interviews on the Leaving Certificate results and CAO […]
[…]in date could see thousands of students unable to cast a vote in the referendum. Speaking after the debate in the Dáil, USI President Michael Kerrigan said, “While we welcome the simple wording of the referendum question, we are concerned students sitting state examinations, going on J1s to the States or on work placement in June will be unable to vote. With the debate stalled, we need to know if a May date is still on the table so students can vote.” “Millions of our young people have not had the opportunity to vote on this issue, and arguably it […]
