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[…]for the new Government and what students need for the new academic year in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Kevin McStravock met with the new Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris last Thursday afternoon and presented him with the priority document and outlined the union’s views on areas in need of attention, change or added resources. Considering the profound impact of COVID-19 on the education sector, some of that document was influenced by students’ experiences of the pandemic, along with other longer-standing issues facing […]
[…]of Students in Ireland to postgraduate students for studying and staying connected during the COVID-19 […]
[…]living situations and are worried they will not be able to pay their rent because of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a survey carried out by the Irish Council for International Students (ICOS). Government has to ensure that the needs of international students are included in the COVID-19 crisis planning on the back of the worrying information revealed in the survey, according to ICOS and the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). One-in-five third-level international students have lost their jobs but are unable to access the Pandemic Unemployment Payment, according to the research among third-level and English language students about […]
[…]on important issues that have arisen for student nurses and midwives as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). President, Lorna Fitzpatrick says student nurses and midwives and their representatives around the country have raised several concerns with the USI and the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO) about how the crisis will impact their ability to continue to do their work, their working conditions and their future education. The USI Executive has been working closely with local student representatives and student nurses and midwives and is today calling for clarity on serious […]
[…]with a message about mental health and the counselling supports available to you during the COVID-19 pandemic. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need someone to talk […]
[…]after yourself. Try to develop a daily routine and delay drinking until as late as possible – try not to drink during the day. Have at least 2 – 3 alcohol free days per week. This is in line with the low risk weekly guidelines – 17 standard drinks for men, 11 standard drinks for women. Stay hydrated by having a water or other non-alcoholic drink as every second drink Eat well before you drink and don’t consume alcohol on an empty stomach Measure your drinks using a shot glass or egg cup, don’t pour straight from the bottle Avoid […]
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[…]for students. It is not good enough to require students to enter standard agreements – this is not a standard year.” The USI is also calling on colleges and universities affected by the new public health measures to support students in every way they can by facilitating access to vital on-campus services, where possible. The union is also asking students to watch out for each other as we face into another uncertain period. Lorna said: “Students feeling isolated is a real concern for us. We know the impact it has on our mental health. Please make sure to reach out […]
[…]for students. It is not good enough to require students to enter standard agreements – this is not a standard year.” The USI is also calling on colleges and universities affected by the new public health measures to support students in every way they can by facilitating access to vital on-campus services, where possible. The union is also asking students to watch out for each other as we face into another uncertain period. Lorna said: “Students feeling isolated is a real concern for us. We know the impact it has on our mental health. Please make sure to reach out […]
A Bill to protect student renters for the remainder of the COVID-19 pandemic will be tabled in the Dáil today (Thursday) on the back of a campaign led by the Union of Students in Ireland. Sinn Fein will table the Bill, which will be signed by 56 opposition TDs, including all TDs from Sinn Fein, the Labour Party, the Social Democrats, Solidarity-People Before Profit and the Independent Group. The Residential Tenancies (Student Rents and Other Protections) (Covid-19) Act 2021 would force accommodation providers to return prepaid rents to students who cannot live in the accommodation due to public health restrictions or […]
[…]all over Ireland. The USI’s Residential Tenancies (Student Rents and Other Protections) (Covid-19) Act 2021 was tabled in late February by Sinn Fein and signed by 56 opposition TDS. The bill already has the support of all TDs from Sinn Fein, the Labour Party, the Social Democrats, Solidarity-People Before Profit and the Independent Group and would grant students much-needed protections. Now USI is calling on Government TDs to back the bill and support the students in their constituencies and across the country – USI and other student activists have been contacting local TDs seeking their support. The bill would prevent student accommodation […]
[…]to reduce the Pandemic Unemployment Payment for those who were working part-time before the COVID-19 crisis hit, according to the Union of Students in Ireland. With college terms finished, most students would now be working full-time hours in order to save as much money as possible for the next academic year as well as survive on a day-to-day basis over the summer. However, due to the on-going public health restrictions large numbers of students have been temporarily or permanently laid-off from jobs and have little possibility of finding other work. The USI is making urgent calls for Government to take […]
[…]that €3 million would be provided for student mental health services, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, for higher education institutions currently planning to re-open for the new academic year. The USI had sought clarity on whether this was in addition to the €2 million announced for 2020 by previous Minister, Mary Mitchell O’Connor. Minister Harris has confirmed the full package is €5 million, with an extra €3 million being allocated due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Welcoming the funding, USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “The original €2 million funding for 2020 was announced late last year after lobbying by the […]
[…]that €3 million would be provided for student mental health services, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, for higher education institutions currently planning to re-open for the new academic year. The USI had sought clarity on whether this was in addition to the €2 million announced for 2020 by previous Minister, Mary Mitchell O’Connor. Minister Harris has confirmed the full package is €5 million, with an extra €3 million being allocated due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Welcoming the funding, USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “The original €2 million funding for 2020 was announced late last year after lobbying by the […]
[…]students for accommodation they cannot use for the remainder of the academic year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In response to this campaign, the USI had been inundated with messages from students who are losing thousands of Euro in rent they had to pre-pay. And in order to publicly highlight the accommodation issues students are facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the USI created an online portal to enable members to share their stories with the union. In one message, Orla, a student in St Angela’s College said: “Having to pay over €1,000 for accommodation that I can’t be in is […]
[…]students had to leave the accommodation due to the unprecedented actions taken to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic. Aparto has also stated it will charge students a €50 cleaning fee. On this, Lorna said: “It’s extremely disappointing to see such a fee imposed on students, given the circumstances that led to them having to leave.” Students had to leave accommodation for many difficult reasons, such as to self-isolate, care for vulnerable family members or to return home to countries that closed their borders. Lorna said: “This offer shows that Aparto recognises that giving a refund is the right thing to do, but […]
[…]Institutions urging them to convene discussions with a view to mitigating the impact of COVID-19 on social care students. Social Care students across the country are facing difficulties in securing and completing placement due to the current COVID-19 restrictions. This is likely to result in many students failing to meet the 800 practical placement hours required by the relevant professional body, CORU meaning that many students may be forced to complete placement over summer, repeat an academic year or delay graduation. Many social care students work part-time in the health and social care sector, providing valuable support to the service […]
[…]hit by a repeat of what happened in March when colleges and universities closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, when deposits and prepaid rent were not returned. Many students were also left owing money for accommodation they could not use, and others were evicted from digs and rooms without notice. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “When campuses were closed in March, students were left in very difficult circumstances and a lot were left out of pocket by hundreds, and in some cases thousands, of euro. We have been calling for clarity on what the new academic year will look like […]
[…]with a serious focus on ending HIV-related stigma in Ireland. As Ireland comes out of the COVID-19 pandemic, we look to the Government’s robust response to the COVID-19 pandemic and urge the Government to commit the same robust response to ending HIV and HIV-related stigma. USI support calls from HIV Ireland for the Irish Government to re-evaluate the current approach to ending HIV transmission in Ireland considering record high rates of newly notified cases of HIV. Today, we raise awareness of HIV testing services and call for an end of HIV-related stigma. We also remember those who we lost and […]
[…]to be removed. Whilst she welcomed the enhanced supports available to students in light of COVID-19, on mental health and a renewed focus on preventing sexual assault on campus, she concluded that more needed to be done to address the central issue of access for all students who would benefit from Higher Education – and that this would be best addressed in a publicly funded higher education system. ENDS Notes: The Education Futures Coalition, formerly known as the Coalition for Publicly Funded Higher Education, is a collaboration between IFUT, SIPTU, FORSA, USI, ISSU and the […]
[…]been moved to May 27 due to the public health measures being taken to stop the spread of COVID-19. As a result of the on-going nature of these measures, the USI has decided to move the celebrations online. The Student Achievement Awards, now in its seventh year, is the annual opportunity for the student movement in Ireland to recognise the contribution of students to improving the experience of their fellow students, and to wider society. Nominations are now closed and the USI will contact the shortlisted nominees in the next week. USI Vice-President for Academic Affairs, Kevin McStravock said the […]
[…]Students in Ireland (USI) which has been calling for such assistance since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. On the back of the announcement by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science this afternoon of a €168 million package for third level institutions and students and the Practical Guidance for Further and Higher Education for Returning to On–Site Activity, the USI is calling for a number of matters to be clarified in relation to addressing the digital divide, the Student Assistance Fund and support for student mental health programmes. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “We have […]
[…]other sexual healthcare facilities that are currently closed or highly restricted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. USI will now lobby for these services to be reinstated as a matter of urgency – the GMHS is currently only open for returning PrEP patients, leaving no services for other issues affecting gay men and the rest of the LGBTQI+ community and others. While a phased reintroduction of STI services is currently under way, this needs to be sped-up, as access to important sexual health services cannot continue to be denied. At present, GMHS is Ireland’s only dedicated statutory sexual health and wellbeing service for gay and bisexual men, […]
[…]the island, is committed to ensuring that no student is disadvantaged 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 […]
[…]the island, is committed to ensuring that no student is disadvantaged 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 […]
[…]and fighting for the return of deposits and rent if their circumstances change due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the closure of colleges and universities in March, the USI has been campaigning for the operators of all student accommodation to refund students for rooms they could no longer use. While most colleges and universities agreed to provide refunds for vacated on-campus accommodation, most of the privately-operated Purpose-Built Student Accommodation companies have not provided refunds to students. The urgency among student representatives to deal with concerns about accommodation in light of COVID-19 is evident at USI Congress which is currently taking place where […]
[…]in numerous institutions are leading members in actions including poster-blasts, murals and banner-drops. The campaign is part of a host of International Women’s Week activities across Ireland and globally. NWCI Violence Against Women Officer, Hayley Mulligan said: “The campaign will see students from UCC, Athlone IT, NUI Maynooth, NCAD, UCD, Waterford IT, IT Carlow, Carlow College, DCU, TCD, TU Dublin (City Campus, Blanchardstown Campus and Tallaght Campus), and NUI Galway all taking part in this year’s event. There will be murals, banners, posters and social media activity throughout the day. “This high visibility campaign aims to tackle the harmful behaviours […]
[…]for some time about the huge cost of getting a higher education in Ireland. But coming out of COVID-19, students are nothing short of outraged. USI, SUs and students across the island feel that students were scapegoated and their sacrifices diminished, throughout the pandemic. As we have been saying, the student accommodation crisis is quite possibly the worst it has ever been due to both a lack of affordable accommodation post COVID and the lack of investment in affordable Purpose-Built Student Accommodation.” USI Vice President for Campaigns, Beth O’Reilly said: “Yet again in Budget 2022, Government showed that it has […]
[…]students for accommodation they cannot use for the remainder of the academic year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To date, many private firms have refused to refund students who have had to leave college and return home due to the pandemic and are no longer living in the privately-operated student buildings. Now the USI has teamed up with UPLIFT to ask Irish people to show their support for the call for these rent refunds by signing an open letter to the companies involved. Students have had to leave accommodation for many difficult reasons, such as to self-isolate, care for vulnerable […]
[…](SUSI). The level of financial support given to students through SUSI was drastically cut in 2011 and has not been reinstated, despite soaring costs of living for students, particularly accommodation costs. Students have suffered from the housing crisis as developers have focused on building luxury accommodation that students cannot afford. USI is also calling for the eligibility for the higher non-adjacent rate of the grant to be reduced from 45km to its pre 2011 distance of 24km, reflecting the additional financial costs incurred by students who live a distance from their college. This is particularly crucial for those living in rural areas, […]
[…]public health restrictions, USI Congress was held via Zoom with delegates voting online for the 2021-2022 Executive Team and numerous policies and motions. Congress was also streamed live on Facebook so students could watch the action as it happened. Speaking after her election, Clare explained that there is a lot of work ahead for the union as it seeks to get students back on campus is a safe manner in the new academic year and deals with the fall-out of COVID-19 for students across the island. She said: “I am absolutely delighted and honoured to have been elected President of […]
[…]the Knightsbrook Hotel in county Meath for the first in-person USI Congress since before the COVID-19 pandemic. Beth was elected Vice President for Campaigns at USI in 2021, having previously served as Commercial and Fundraising Officer in UCC SU – Beth graduated from UCC with a BA in Politics and History. USI Vice President for the Southern Region and former WITSU student, John Fortune was elected Vice President for Equality and Citizenship, while the rest of the Coiste Gnó next year will be new to the USI team. Waqar Ahmed, Sarah Behan, Ross Boyd, Hannah Brennan, Clodagh McGivern, Sierra Müller-Owens, […]
[…]Submission. ENDS // Note:USI held a Pre-Budget briefing for TDs on Wednesday, October 9th at 11.30am inBuswell’s Hotel, Molesworth Street, Dublin 2. USI President Joe O’Connor and a number of students who have been affected by previous grant cuts will be available for interview. For more information contact USI Communications & Research Executive Grainne O’Reilly on 087-6776636, or […]
[…]Student Contribution Charge immediately to ease some of the financial pressure caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Union of Students in Ireland. Government must also support students who will be expected to work remotely for much of the new academic year by creating and investing in a new scheme that provides access to devices and better WiFi. The USI is calling for the urgent reduction in the Student Contribution Charge in light of the economic difficulties facing students who lost have jobs, had summer work hours reduced and were placed on a lower Pandemic Unemployment Payment because they […]
[…]aim of the working group is to support student and learner wellbeing and engagement during COVID-19. We recognise there are many challenges facing students and we want to help address those challenges. There are many organisations and groups undertaking research or running programmes and initiatives that would be beneficial for the Working Group to be aware of as we progress our work. If you believe you have information that will be useful for the Working Group, please email it to president@usi.ie with “SLWE Submission” as the subject line by 24th of […]
[…]planning to apply for the SUSI grant need reassurance that income changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic will be considered in their applications. “Many students and their families have lost jobs or had hours reduced as a result of the economic downturn caused by the measures taken to stop the spread of the virus. “Just yesterday, the Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe outlined that the country is headed for a severe recession and the Irish economy is expected to shrink by over 10 per cent. “Students have already been severely impacted by the pandemic, including those hoping to start college […]
[…]of significant campaigning by USI, Students’ Unions and students across Ireland during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cabinet also agreed to restrict the notice period students would have to give to exit rental contracts to 28 days, in line with the USI bill. This had been a particular issue for students during the pandemic when they had to leave, or did not require, student accommodation as public health measures were rolled out. The bill was tabled by Sinn Fein on behalf of USI and signed by 56 opposition TDs who along with student representatives, lobbied Government to pass the bill. USI President, […]
[…]to ease stress on vulnerable students who are not in appropriate accommodation during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Union of Students in Ireland said today. The USI says the closure of campuses and the stay-home guidelines have been extremely difficult on students who live in cramped or overcrowded situations and do not have the space to study. USI Equality and Citizenship Vice-President Megan Reilly welcomed news that the Department of Justice and Equality has written to university presidents urging them to provide alternative accommodation for students in Direct Provision. Megan said: “Students in Direct Provision are in very tough circumstances during […]
[…]more information, please contact: Nicola Moran (Youth Information Co-ordinator) T: 086 8169132, E: nicolamoran@roscommonyouth.ie Denise McCarthy (USI Deputy President/VP Welfare) T: 087 2991265, E: […]
Are you a student working in any essential service during the COVID-19 pandemic? The USI is launching a campaign to raise awareness and thank students working on the frontline and we want to hear from you! Get more information and fill out your details […]
[…]not perfect, but it is the main support we provide to ensure equality of access to third level – to get people into college that otherwise wouldn’t have a chance. Last year, more than 75,000 students and families were supported by the maintenance grant in some form or another. The grant has been cut, either in rate or in threshold, in each of the last four budgets. It has been pared to the bone and beyond. At the same time, the cost of college is increasing. A recent survey by the Irish League of Credit Unions has shown that the […]
[…]the challenges of society opening up post-pandemic and acknowledges of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on student mental health.” USI will travel to colleges and universities around the country with an Open Up roadshow, as well as running an online campaign through social media and the union’s website at USI.ie. Over the past number of years, USI has identified encouraging and helping students to be more open about their mental health, and to seek help when needed, as a vital part of its work, as the USI Student Mental Health Report 2019 showed how not talking about problems makes […]
[…]Irish as well as the culture and history of the Gaeltacht for a two-week period. Despite the COVID-19 restrictions students in private colleges are being charged a high fee for a vastly different experience than in previous years. This is unfair and USI supports the student teachers in calling for a resolution to this issue which will be impacting over 1,750 students across Ireland in the coming months. You can sign the petition by Hibernia College students […]
[…]said: “The level of financial support given to students through SUSI was drastically cut in 2011 and has not been reinstated, despite soaring costs of living, particularly accommodation costs. We see people not being able to undertake study and many students living with financial hardship and poverty because of the lack of access to supports or supports not being at the level needed. Seeing the figures laid out in black and white today should bring home to many that this situation is at a crisis level and must be addressed as a matter of […]
[…]should provide refunds to students who have had to leave college and return home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). Landlord firms are refusing any refunds to students that are no longer living in the privately-operated student buildings, many of whom have lost part-time jobs due to closures as a result of the pandemic. USI Vice President for Welfare, Roisin O’Donovan explained that students have had to leave accommodation for many difficult reasons, such as to self-isolate or care for vulnerable family members. Roisin said: “Along with the Students’ Unions in affected […]
[…]situation has been bad for several years, but after years of inaction from Government and the COVID-19 pandemic, it is an absolute mess. “I cannot stress enough how bad the situation is for students at the moment. They are dropping out of college, deferring places, facing travelling long distances every day – that’s if there is even a public transport option – and living in hostels or hotels for crazy money. This cannot go on any longer and action must be taken. All students want is a decent, basic place to live so they can get their degrees and make […]
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[…]week despite the biggest event in the organisation’s calendar being cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. USI Congress was due to take place in county Meath this week, but like all events at this time, was cancelled in line with Government guidelines to protect public health. President, Lorna Fitzpatrick has been speaking with SU Presidents from across the island to ensure the union is well-informed on all the issues facing students during these unprecedented times. Lorna explained that everyone in the USI is hugely disappointed that Congress could not go ahead this week. She said: “Congress is a really important […]
[…]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 also need full support from every other TD in Dáil Eireann.” USI will also send an Education for All virtual Christmas card to all TDs with a link to the pledge asking them to give students the gift of real, meaningful support this year. The six elements of […]
[…]least that is needed considering there has been no change to the grant since it was slashed in 2011. Previously, the Student Maintenance Grant was linked to the cost of living and without investment in over a decade, it has become inadequate and not fit-for-purpose. USI President, Clare Austick said: “USI has highlighted time and time again that students need to see the end of the €3,000 Student Contribution Charge and a plan made to implement a publicly-funded system of third-level education. In our Pre-Budget Submission, USI outlined that we wanted to see a three-year plan for the abolishing of […]
[…]Training for SU officers from member organisations all across the island. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic public health measures, this year’s SUT takes place online, but the same extensive training programme remains in place. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “We’re delighted that we’ve been able to move this event online and we hope everybody is excited and will take plenty away from it. The training covers areas such as campaigning tactics, academic representation, student finance and SUSI, postgrad experiences and events in the ‘new normal’. We’re making sure that Students’ Union officers from across the country are prepared […]
[…]payment for each student is welcomed and goes some way to acknowledging the impact that COVID-19 has had on the financial situation of students and their families but it does not recognise the longer term financial pressures that students face. It is vital this payment is made quickly as students are struggling to make ends meet as we speak. The full review of SUSI which was announced today is also welcome. There must be student involvement in this process, which needs to be conducted as quickly as possible and the recommendations need to be implemented as soon as possible. This […]
Education for All? In the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic, a subsequent economic recession and the establishment of the department of further and higher education, the funding crisis of higher education continues to roar on in an age of soaring rents, poor working conditions for academic staff, inadequate student supports and the highest fees in the EU. Students are hungry for change, and this campaign seeks to earn it. Our demands are for the government to commit to and representatives to support a series of commitments outlined in our pledge. The Pledge An end to the student contribution charge […]
[…]through on-campus voter registration drives. That has not been possible in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, it is still extremely important that students ensure they get on the register. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick said: “A lot of students first get on the Register of Electors by signing up at these registration drives held all over the country by USI along with local SUs. We would hate to think of students not getting registered this year because these events can’t happen and so we are really encouraging students to get themselves registered before the deadline. Elections can happen any time and we […]
[…]was re-elected to the position at the union’s Congress on Wednesday (May 27). Due to COVID-19 public health restrictions, USI Congress was held via Zoom with over 200 delegates voting online for the 2020-2021 Executive Team and numerous policies and motions. Congress was also streamed live on the USI website. There will be five new faces on the USI Executive Team for the year ahead with Clare Austick, Adam Clarke, Ciara Kealy, Megan O’Neill, and Gary Tobin being voted in by delegates. Speaking after her re-election, Lorna Fitzpatrick spoke of how, like Irish society in general, the USI will have […]
[…]Services that there should be one counsellor for every 1,000 to 1,500 students. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government has increased student mental health funding from €3 million to €5 million, but that figure has only been allocated on an annual basis, leaving these services unable to plan for the future. Ahead of Budget 2024, USI is calling for Government to immediately commit to multi-annual funding of €6 million a year to maintain core counselling services and to implement the National Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Framework. However, USI says Government needs a plan to increase this funding by €11.5 million in order to reach […]
[…]USI’s member organisations and considered an independent report carried out in the UK on COVID-19 outbreaks among students there, USI says a decision needs to be made to keep college learning online – except for courses that necessitate in person delivery – while ensuring students are properly supported. USI President, Lorna Fitzpatrick explained that students and the rest of the third-level sector cannot continue to get information on such a short-term basis. Lorna said: “We were extremely concerned when the announcement to have teaching and learning take place online at the start of the term was made late on Friday […]
[…]there are over 100 factories in the African continent that would be able to produce COVID-19 and other life-saving vaccines and ensure students in those countries could access vaccines. Congress Therefore Mandates The VP for Equality & Citizenship to lobby the government to call for a TRIPS waiver on COVID-19 vaccines and funding of the ACT-A accelerator, The VP should also lobby the minister to ensure Ireland meets its target of 0.7% of Gross National Income is spent on Official Development Aid to meet the Sustainable Development Goals. Congress also mandates The VP for Equality & Citizenship to work with […]
[…]We are concerned that the mental health of students will likely worsen with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. There is appreciation for the third level mental health funding that was recently secured but there also needs to be recognition of the need for sustainable annual core funding to ensure support services are accessible and available at the highest standard when a person reaches out. “USI strongly believes there is a need for a sustainable whole system approach to students’ mental health in higher education. USI and our members believe that more support and investment is needed in peer support […]
[…]the lives of students, not just on campus but in wider society. Despite all the challenges COVID-19 posed for them, students have demonstrated incredible leadership in running campaigns, advocating for their peers and raising money for charity. “Those nominated this year are fantastic ambassadors, not only for their colleges and the student body, but for Irish society.” Some 870 third-level teaching staff were also recognised at the event through the Teaching Hero Awards, ran in partnership by USI and the National Forum for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning. The full list of SAAI winners is: Academic Representative of the […]
[…]the review of the Back to Education Allowance to ensure it can help those unemployed by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the lack of detail is again seen in the commitment to “ensure that mental health supports are available for students in Higher and Further Education.” Students at both undergraduate and postgraduate level need a commitment to increase resources for mental health projects and programmes and policies to make these a central aspect of college life. There are positive plans in the Programme for Government, many that are in-line with USI policy, but we recognise that it has to be approved […]
[…]we study through the lens of female rugby. Why Research Matters Video Competition 2022 – David Nolan Ailbhe McGurrin, a PhD researcher at the School of Agriculture and Food Science at University College Dublin, has been awarded the ‘Most Informative’ prize. This prize is awarded to a researcher who has communicated the nature and aim of their research project in a clear and engaging manner. Ailbhe’s project focuses on the medicinal properties of Irish seaweeds. Ailbhe’s research is important to protect against a future where ‘superbugs’ (bacteria which have evolved to survive all antibiotic medicines) will be a huge danger […]
[…]the Republic of Ireland, mainly from 14 colleges where all students were emailed before Covid-19 lockdown. The survey was a collaborative project between the Active* Consent team at NUI Galway and the Union of Students in Ireland (USI). Active* Consent is a four year programme of research and practical implementation of initiatives such as Active* Consent and SMART Consent Workshops and drama presentations. This report highlights those parts of the survey that addressed sexual violence and harassment among third level students and awareness and appraisal of college supports. This helps to address the gap in our knowledge on these issues […]
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[…]documents, as well as a high number of students reporting sexual harassment or violence (34% – over 1,100 students, according to a national survey). The USI must take a zero-tolerance approach to gender based violence, rape, sexual assault and intimate partner abuse. Congress further understands Students who are failed by their university policy have no course for appeal and often deal with the severe consequences of this failure in isolation. The disciplinary process for cases of sexual harassment should not be developed on an ad-hoc basis nor should cases of sexual harassment be assimilated into standard disciplinary process that deals […]
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