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“The policy and rules were always there, but they were very lenient before; now things have changed suddenly” Irish universities are set to face severe financial losses and potential budget…
The first time you visit the National Library of Ireland (NLI) on Kildare Street, you might have the impression that you’re trespassing on private property. Nestled discreetly beside Leinster House…
An bhfuil tú tar éis tabhairt faoi deara go bhfuil tú i bhfad chun deiridh le d’obair ollscoile ? Smaoinigh ar feadh soicind, cé mhéad lón gasta atá ceannaithe agus…
Well, the UCD Surf Society, also known as Surfsoc or Surf Club, like many surfing clubs, enjoys the sadomasochistic activity of jumping into the freezing, near-uninhabitable Irish Sea and Atlantic…
The Turbine was recently approached anonymously by a senior figure from the UCD Literary and Historical Society, with documents suggesting they planned a trip to Drumcree for the weekend of…
On Wednesday, 30 September 2026, Rhasidat Adeleke was honoured with the James Joyce Award by the Literary and Historical Society (L&H). An Olympic finalist and mixed 4×4 400m champion, Adeleke…
Following a historic World Cup campaign where Erling Haaland helped Norway end their 28-year absence, far exceeding expectations and leading the national team to the quarter-finals, a feat which marked…
A poster on the top floor of the Newman building, outside the philosophy department offices, reads, “You are smarter than AI”. AI has increasingly become an ingrained part of university…
In September of this year, UCD’s Library Services announced the closure of Level 2 of the James Joyce (JJ) building to facilitate renovations. Amid student outrage, another development unfolded this…
An eight-fifty spice bag has always been among the most sought-after delicacies in UCD; the sweet and spicy aroma can be found permeating the peaceful atmosphere of the Confucius Building.…
Following the partial reopening of the James Joyce Library’s second floor, UCD’s largest and most frequented library, the big reveal has received a range of reactions from students. Whilst it…
Is féidir le daoine nach bhfuil i dteideal saoránacht na hÉireann óna sinsearacht í a fháil trí phróiseas an éadóirsithe. Leagtar síos na coinníollacha ábhartha dó in Acht Náisiúntachta agus…