'AMLÉ' (Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn) is the new name for the Union of Students in Ireland. It's a direct translation. It came into effect on 13 May 2025. The rebrand reflects the desire of the organisation to promote the use of the Irish Language.
USI was renamed 'AMLÉ' (Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn) on 13 May 2025. The rebrand reflects the desire of the organisation to promote the use of the Irish Language. The translation of 'Aontas na Mac Léinn in Éirinn' to English is 'Union of Students in Ireland'.

Press and Media

The Press Office is tasked with communicating the Union’s message to members of the media and the general public. On this page you will find the most recent five AMLÉ media releases, external media links (from August 2013), statements and publicly released speeches from AMLÉ since July 1 2012.  Click here for all releases. 

Please direct all media enquiries to Sumyrah Khan.

Tel: 086 033 3942
 

Recent Releases:

Feb 5, 2025 / Campaigns, Consent, Data, Direct Provision, Environment, Featured, Health, International, National Affairs, Postgraduates, Regional News, RELEASES, Repeal The 8th, SAAI, Uncategorized, USI News, Voter Registration, Week In USI / By / 0 Comments

“Well, Is It the Same Old Line?

PRESS RELEASE "Well, Is It the Same Old Line? Strike Action to Be Taken as USI Stands in Unwavering Solidarity with BIMM's Students and IFUT, While Dispute Remains Unresolved. Dublin, Ireland – February 5, 2025 – The Union of Students in Ireland (USI)/ AMLÉ  stands...

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Jan 27, 2025 / Media, RELEASES, Uncategorized / By / 0 Comments

‘Like the Previous Government, Their Programme Stays the Same’

The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has welcomed some of the pledges made in the new Programme for Government, particularly in relation to financial support for students and the development of apprenticeship pathways. However, the union has expressed concern that many of the critical issues facing students—particularly housing, mental health services, and the cost of education—remain insufficiently addressed, with the Programme largely mirroring the previous government's approach.

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