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[…]pushed students to take accommodation that exists outside of their price range.” “More than 25,000 students have already accepted their college places yesterday from the CAO.” Michael Kerrigan, USI President, said. “There is still a shortage of accommodation, and students are being crammed into small spaces, with harsh living conditions and horror stories of the state of living. While most of the accommodation has already been taken up, anyone who has already accepted their place at college should start making arrangements for accommodation right now before term starts to avoid disappointment.” Current housing situation 33% of students live in purpose-built […]
[…]Matter, students will be invited to engage in a number of actions from a list of resources on 10000students.ie, including signing and promoting a petition to the Irish government. Campaign merchandise has also been launched, with funds raised going towards educational funds for MASI – available here. Other key aims of Migrant Minds Matter: Provision of addition educational supports such as access to technology and adequate study spaces, which are difficult to access while living in direct provision Guidance and support for those in Direct Provision as to what third-level educational opportunities are available to them Tackling the recent tendency to locate […]
[…]counsellors if they feel disappointed. Services like Childline are also available 24/7 on 1800 666 666. On the 22nd August the first round of CAO offers will be sent out to young people across Ireland. USI is urging young people to reflect on their decision before accepting the offer as they may get a second choice in the second round offer on the 31st August. Hoey said anyone feeling confused or worried about their choices should get in contact with the College’s Students’ Union or access office. In terms of finding and securing student accommodation, USI said if students are […]