[…]as a result of the COVID-19 crisis, when it comes to assessment. To that end, we are engaging in on-going discussion with a range of stakeholders to ensure students are supported throughout this uncertain period. We recognise the numerous consequences this may bring for students; many of whom are having difficulties in accessing the internet, may not have the devices to engage in online assessment, may be caring for family members who are unwell or are unwell themselves. We have been constructively engaging on a national level with stakeholders from across the sector through the Tertiary Education Sector Group, which […]
[…]passing of Marriage Equality in Ireland in 2015, the Union of Students in Ireland has launched an online archive on the fifth anniversary of voting in the referendum. Some 30,000 young people registered to vote in the Marriage Equality referendum and the USI has compiled reports, photographs, and videos to tell the story of the impact student activists had in organising the Yes vote. Speaking of the pride students feel in the role they played in changing the country for the better, USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick says: “On the fifth anniversary of when we ‘Made Grá The Law’ and our […]
[…]represent over 374,000 students across the island of Ireland Students can download the form online via checktheregister.ie or call into their Students’ Union to grab one. In the past 5 year alone, USI have registered over 95,000 students to […]
[…]accommodation, it’s important to consider whether you really have to travel. If you have no on-campus activities, would you be better off staying at home and not moving outside of your region. If you are still at home and were planning to move closer to your college, or if you have already travelled, think about where you would be happier if travel is further restricted. We are being asked to minimise travel as much as possible to help limit the spread of the virus. USI is extremely concerned at the last-minute nature of this announcement, with most students already having […]
[…]or will be in contact with anyone who is immunocompromised, you can still support these actions online by sharing petitions, donating, or having conversations with friends and family. If anyone is affected by this, please seek support from your Students’ Union and services in your […]
