[…]winning property technology business, now offering their free cloud-based services to students. They are the leading software provider to Letting Agents and Estate Agents in Ireland and are now offering their cloud-based technology service to student tenants, empowering your decision making when getting set up with services at your property. This service is completely free and we’ll significantly reduce the hassle of moving into your new pad.. Sign up today and get ready for September! http://propertybutton.io/homehub-for-students/ Contact: keesa.odea@propertybutton.io, 01 969 6901 2. The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) is the national representative body for third-level students’ unions in […]
[…]border, freedom of movement, and securing no diminution of rights for all people on the island, then the detail of education policy is a moot point. The most recognisable aspect of free movement for our students is, of course, the Erasmus Programme, with thousands of young people able to take up periods of study in institutions across the EU. In a society emerging from conflict, the ability of our students to seek new opportunities to learn and to grow has been invaluable. Without Britain’s adherence to freedom of movement, they will exit Erasmus. Across the Irish border, students and academics […]
[…]students coming to college for the first time know their rights as tenants, and can budget for the year. The average cost of college is €12,500, and USI research shows 58% of students are spending between €256 and €500 for accommodation a month. The cost of accommodation is proving difficult for students and the cost of rent is leaving no money for food, travel or books. This guide will help students budget for the year ahead, and keep track of their spending to meet the costly demands of studying.” The RTB and USI are advising students not to hand over […]
[…]Head of Skills and Engagement, HEA added, “The engagement of students is a key element in the further development of our higher education system and the HEA therefore welcomes the launch of the National Student Engagement Network. This network, which forms part of the wider National Student Engagement Programme (NStEP), will facilitate students to be actively engaged in institutional decision making in keys areas such as governance, teaching and learning, and quality assurance to the benefit of both students and higher education institutions.” Karena Maguire, Head of Stakeholder Engagement from the QQI, stated, “Learner-centredness is one of the core values […]
[…]decisions about their sexual health, and how to prevent the transmission of Gonorrhoea and other STIs. The campaign’s website, www.yoursexualhealth.ie, provides information on the facts about Gonorrhoea, safer sex, where to access free STI testing, and where to access free condoms.” Denise McCarthy, Union of Students in Ireland, said “We urge everyone to follow simple steps for prevention – get accurate and reliable information on STIs, always use a condom when having sex, and talk to your partner(s) about STI testing and using condoms. People can have Gonorrhoea and not have any signs or symptoms, so regular STI testing is […]
