#College
# college - Saturday 10 March, 2018
50% body burn used to kill people up to the age of 40 but now half can survive 95% burn
Researchers of a new study are hoping their findings inspire burn units to try to keep people with extensive burns alive as it can be done.
# college - Monday 5 March, 2018
'I started using a wheelchair at 18 and instantly became isolated but I just want to be wanted, like everybody else'
‘People get tired of the fact that I live with my physical issues every day as if it’s a burden for them’, writes Niamh Ni Ruari.
# college - Tuesday 6 February, 2018
374,000 students get access to free online GP consultations
The USI has said the move will help students who are struggling financially.
# college - Sunday 28 January, 2018
Ireland wants a future where AI makes medical decisions and delivers jail sentences
The University of Limerick is to teach a Masters in Artificial Intelligence.
# college - Monday 22 January, 2018
One-third of students are experiencing serious financial problems
Just under half of third level students’ monthly expenditure is provided by someone other than the student, usually a parent or partner.
# college - Friday 19 January, 2018
Most Irish university graduates are employed in Dublin and Cork
Concerns have been raised about the lack of graduates finding employment in regional areas.
# college - Wednesday 10 January, 2018
Opinion: 'Not everyone needs or should have to go to college'
All I was left with was over three thousand worth of debt, no job prospects and a qualification no better than my Leaving Cert, writes Laura Buckley.
# college - Tuesday 5 December, 2017
Poll: Do we put too much emphasis on third-level education/going to college?
New statistics show that private schools still have greater numbers of students progressing to third-level.
# college - Saturday 18 November, 2017
'There's so much potential in every young person in care, just like there is in every young person'
An education fair is being held to showcase options for young people in care.
# college - Tuesday 10 October, 2017
Student arrested after police officer shot and killed at Texas college
The student was being taken for a “standard debriefing” after drugs were found in his room.
# college - Friday 6 October, 2017
Woman threatened with gun in UCD campus shop raid
The incident happened at the Centra shop on campus on Wednesday evening.
# college - Wednesday 27 September, 2017
UCD record memorable win as they come from behind in Uefa Youth League first leg
The SSE Airtricity League U19 champions saw off Molde tonight.
# college - Tuesday 5 September, 2017
New course hoping to make most of brewing and distillery 'renaissance'
18 students will soon start the honours degree course, the first of its kind in Ireland.
# college - Sunday 3 September, 2017
Why is a 'sugar baby' coaching event coming to Dublin?
The popular sugar baby website Seeking Arrangement is hosting the event next Friday.
# college - Sunday 20 August, 2017
Want to check the CAO points? We'll have them right here from 6am
Whatever the college, whatever the course, we have you covered.
# college - Wednesday 19 July, 2017
12 differences between going to college in Ireland and going to college in America
Fraternity houses would not work here at all.
# college - Tuesday 18 July, 2017
8 things you could buy for the cost of rent in the new student accommodation in Dublin
That’s a lot of instant noodles.
# college - Sunday 16 July, 2017
'Education is important. The government should pay us students to go to college'
I can’t afford to go to college in September because I am unemployed, writes Declan Lavin.
# college - Saturday 15 July, 2017
These students want to use ice-cream to help ex-prisoners find employment
We spoke to the students and Stan Yanchev, who works with them.
# college - Thursday 6 July, 2017
Received a CAO offer today? Here's what you need to know
Over 6,600 people, mainly mature and deferred applicants, will get offers.
# college - Monday 3 July, 2017
The 15 people you will find in class in every arts degree
Are you the GAA boy skulling a carton of milk in class?
# college - Friday 30 June, 2017
Last-minute surge expected ahead of CAO change-of-mind deadline tomorrow
Last year, over half of applicants made changes before the deadline.
# college - Monday 15 May, 2017
Poll: Have you ever cheated in an exam?
Your daily bite-sized ballot break.
# college - Thursday 11 May, 2017
'No plans' to close GMIT Mayo campus despite Luke 'Ming' Flanagan claims
The MEP yesterday released a statement claiming that the campus had been downgraded without consultation or transparency.
# college - Sunday 7 May, 2017
Nicki Minaj helped loads of her fans pay off their college fees over Twitter last night
She handed out approximately $22,000, by our calculations. Hon the Nicki!
# college - Wednesday 3 May, 2017
Three Irish colleges have made a prestigious Top 100 list
Which came out on top?
# college - Thursday 27 April, 2017
'It's not just getting your foot in the door': Over 6,000 third-level students don't make it to 2nd year
While the majority make it to their second year, a sizeable portion of students do not.
# college - Sunday 8 January, 2017
How students at Irish universities are buying unprescribed 'study drugs' to deal with exams
“Once I sat in the library for 13 hours straight and didn’t even take a break. I did my thesis in one whole night.”
# college - Tuesday 3 January, 2017
The 4 major life skills to learn by the time you are 18
A former Ivy League admissions interviewer says that these help students to thrive.
# college - Thursday 24 November, 2016
European Investment Bank to invest €100 million in UCC and €70 million in Trinity
The developments will support hundreds of jobs and focus on improved student accommodation and research facilities.
# college - Friday 4 November, 2016
This student from Co Down tested his US classmates on Nordie slang, and they hadn't a clue
Do you think I came down the Lagan in a bubble though? Do you?
# college - Saturday 29 October, 2016
Waterford IT celebrated the birthday of its oldest student in the loveliest way
Tom Boyle, a law student, turned 79 earlier this week. <3
# college - Wednesday 19 October, 2016
"We cannot take this anymore" - Thousands of students take to the streets of Dublin
Students are objecting to any consideration of the introduction of a student loan scheme in Ireland.
# college - Monday 19 September, 2016
What one tip would you give students to make the most of college?
Getting the balance right in college can be tough. We asked students how to manage being happy AND productive.
# college - Saturday 17 September, 2016
13 things only people who lived at home in college will understand
So many “When will you be home?” texts. So many.
# college - Monday 12 September, 2016
13 of the most Freshers' Week things that ever happened in Ireland
Havoc and destruction.
# college - Sunday 11 September, 2016
'It’s extremely difficult to call up a stranger and start pouring your heart out'
Meet the volunteers answering late-night calls from students who need to talk.
# college - Monday 5 September, 2016
Flying the nest: What to pack and how to settle in
New job, new third-level world, or even just finally getting enough cash to move from your parents’ house to your own space: our guide to getting settled.
College can be the best time of your life - here's how to make the most of it
Jack Power’s been there – and he knows college can be terrifying. But he has some practical ways to make sure it’s an enjoyable experience.
# college - Thursday 1 September, 2016
More than 2,500 second round CAO offers are out today
Accepting the new offer will automatically cancel a previous acceptance.