UCD Students Begin Boycott of Aramark Catering
Students in UCD are boycotting campus food services supplied by Aramark Catering, because of the company’s work with Direct Provision housing. In 2013, Aramark secured the tenure to create an…
Explainer: Why Ireland is on course for a Christmas Election
Ireland is hurtling towards a General Election. Things seem to have escalated rapidly and both side of the Dáil have drawn the battle lines. Barring a sudden moment of clarity…
Niall Torris: Increase in Postgraduate Fees is “Cynical” and “Cowardly”
Graduate Officer Niall Torris has come out strongly against rising postgraduate fees calling it a “very cynical move” by UCD. Speaking to the Tribune Mr Torris said “I think it’s…
The Needs of Society: Suicide and Unemployment
Suicide has long been associated with unemployment. Becoming unemployed generally encompasses many aggravating events. These events may be the anxiety of the anticipation of a job loss, the inevitable hunt…
Rebecca Hart Suspended from Canvassing In Presidential By Election Until 3pm For Breaking Election Rules
It has been confirmed to the College Tribune by the Returning Officer via email that Presidential candidate Rebecca Hart has been suspended from canvassing from 12-3pm today. In an email…
Presidential Bye-Election Hustings a quiet affair.
The hustings held on 20th of November for the Presidential bye-election between Rebecca Hart and Barry Murphy were a very calm affair, especially compared to the impeachment referendum that preceded…
Presidential Profiles: Barry Murphy
Current Position: Campaigns & Communications Officer/Acting President Main policy: Improving RAG Week. Other policies: Implementing electronic voting for SU elections, making the work of the SU more accessible. Cringiest line…
Barry Murphy: “I In No Way Support the Views or Agenda of the Campaign Group FOCC.”
Campaigns and Communications Officer and Acting President Barry Murphy has denied that he has had any talks with the Freedom of Choice Coalition UCD. The denial comes as the group…
Presidential Profiles: Rebecca Hart
Current Position: Final year Nursing student from Wicklow. Main policy: Making UCD campus more accessible for everyone. Other policies: Lobbying for more car parking spaces and lobbying for better food…
What Does It Mean to be a Man Today?
International Men’s Day takes place on November 19th each year. This year, the UCD Student’s Union has made a conscious effort to celebrate the day. The objectives of International Men’s…
French Ambassador Visits UCD French Society
The French Ambassador to Ireland, Stéphane Crouzat, visited the UCD French Society on Thursday evening to talk about Irish/French relations, Brexit, and the future of the European Union. Welcomed by…
Petitions On Optional SU Membership & DCUSU’s Abortion Stance Gain Enough Signatures.
Two petitions launched in Dublin College University (DCU) have gained enough signatures to be considered for referenda to be put to students. The petitions needed to gather signatures from 2.5%…