By Cathriona M Coleman In July 2016, Galway was awarded the much - coveted title of European Capital of Culture 2020, beating off stiff competition from Limerick and the ‘Three Sisters’ cities: Kilkenny, Wexford and Waterford. The hard work paid off for all involved at the time, the city and county were in ecstasy with this news, but it was short - lived, things were … [Read more...] about Galway 2020 future looking bleak
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Support NUIG student Rebecca’s battle against EDS
By Rachel Garvey Rebecca Grant, a student in second year Arts, was diagnosed with EDS back in July 2018 after suffering with health issues over the past eight years, SIN has learned. EDS is an abbreviation for Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, which is a rare genetic connective tissue disorder and is a result of faulty collagen. “Collagen is basically the glue that keeps our … [Read more...] about Support NUIG student Rebecca’s battle against EDS
“Not everyone gets to go home for Christmas”: homeless crisis hitting the holidays
By Fiona Lee It’s sad to hear, but Christmas time is not a happy time for every family in Galway. With the homeless crisis only getting worse, there are more families struggling to get by than ever before. Charity organisations like St Vincent De Paul (SVP) and COPE are working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that they can help as many families as they can, and bring … [Read more...] about “Not everyone gets to go home for Christmas”: homeless crisis hitting the holidays
A friend in the crowd
By Rachel Garvey A class representative has a huge responsibility; they are the voice of their class. Second year Law class representative Eimear Spain gave SIN an insight into the responsibilities of a class rep. “I ran for class rep because I thought it would be a brilliant way to get to know my class and I also loved getting involved and helping others,” she … [Read more...] about A friend in the crowd
Erasmus Diaries: Desperately seeking schupfnudeln
By Anne Rieger It is almost the end of the semester, we made it! I had the most amazing experience so far due to this great university, beautiful place and the awesome people I met here. Even though I can’t wait to get back in the new year to begin my second Erasmus semester I also can’t wait to drive home for Christmas (I am actually flying home, but I’m already in full … [Read more...] about Erasmus Diaries: Desperately seeking schupfnudeln
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