[…]the elements are tied down in order to allow it to be as democratic as possible. Our democratic structures are extremely important to us and the Congress Director is currently engaged in this process.” However, while these elements are explored and finalised, Lorna explained that she and the rest of the National Executive are using the time to talk to as many student representatives as possible. She explained: “We are engaged in a number of national spheres, but we are also making sure that we are fully in tune with what is going on in relation to campuses all over […]
[…]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 […]
The Union of Students in Ireland today spoke about the importance of bilingualism in children’s education and how parents should consider sending her children to gaelscoils or bilingual schools because bilingual children are better at problem-solving, have greater cultural awareness, and are more resistant to Alzheimer’s. “The mental gymnastics needed to constantly manage two or more linguistic systems increases cognitive flexibility and makes learning easier.” said Dr. Dora Alexopoulou from the Department of Theoretical and Applied Linguistics in the University of Cambridge. “Apart from the fact that fluency in our national language is a vibrant expression of our national identity, […]
[…]the action needed to support students. USI Vice President for Campaigns, Craig McHugh said: “Today we have stepped up our Education for All campaign and are keen to get the message across to TDs that students, future students and their families, in their constituencies need their support. Students are under enormous pressure and they can’t take much more. This was the case before COVID-19, and it has been worsened by the pandemic. Students in Ireland continue to pay the highest fees in the EU, while spending an entire year studying from their bedrooms. We need action from Government, but we […]
[…](EEC) in 1973, over 50% of Irish exports went to the UK. That figure has dropped to just over 16% today. Although over 40% of Irish exports go to the remainder of the EU, the UK remains Ireland’s single most important export market in Europe. “In many ways, the Brexit vote is more important for the British than their general elections.” Kevin Donoghue, USI President, said. “If they decide to vote Tory or Labour and don’t like them in power, they can change their mind in five years. In the Brexit vote, they can’t change their mind. The Referendum […]
