By Tom Molloy Hi all, and welcome back to my final year diary. March is upon us. It’s almost been a year since this country went into lockdown for the first time. I think it’s fair to say it’s the most surreal year any of us have experienced. At the time of writing, 4,319 people have died from Covid-19 in Ireland. On the upside, however, a vaccination programme has begun, … [Read more...] about Final Year Diary
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Swapping Valentine’s for quarantines: Love and Lockdown: What we’ve learned from Rona Romance
By Ellen O’Regan This past year we swapped dating for distancing, flirting at the bar for flattening the curve, and Valentine’s for quarantines. Lockdown and love are just two worlds that don’t really get along. I’m not speaking for the couples here, although I’m sure you’ve had your share of challenges throughout the pandemic. Whether you were a fledgeling pair violently … [Read more...] about Swapping Valentine’s for quarantines: Love and Lockdown: What we’ve learned from Rona Romance
Opinion: Five types of studiers in the lead up to exams
By Conor Brummell Exam time can be extremely stressful. Tensions run high as people try to wrap up their final week assignments before study week so they can concentrate completely on the end-of-year exams that are barrelling their way as fast as an out-of-control freight train. Exams can be difficult enough at the best of times, but some people you meet throughout the exam … [Read more...] about Opinion: Five types of studiers in the lead up to exams
First year diaries: Procrastination
By Darren Casserly Another month goes by and you know what that means, another month closer to exam time. It also means that there is only a few more weeks of lectures, and for some people that is a joyous thought. No more 9 o’clock lectures where all you want is the sweet release of death. I know I’m being a little hyperbolic there but, you have to exaggerate if you want to … [Read more...] about First year diaries: Procrastination
Opinion: How to be a good college housemate
By Conor Brummell The college lifestyle is unique, sometimes outrageous and most of the time something you wouldn’t believe unless you’ve been through it yourself. From late night parties to early morning lectures, you’re bound to meet a lot of people from different backgrounds. Be it your roommates, the guys next door or that girl who can constantly be found drinking four … [Read more...] about Opinion: How to be a good college housemate