Current Students' Union Full-Time Officers The power of voting is a privilege, and the privilege of voting is powerful. Allow me to explain what this means. We live in a world where there are places in which war rages and famine runs rampant. These places coexist with States founded on democracy and unity. Both are bound by one shared experience. The experience of … [Read more...] about The importance of voting in the upcoming Students’ Union elections
Opinion
Is there enough to do in Galway as a student?
Photo by Chaosheng Zhang on Ireland’s Content Pool I firmly believe there is no better time to be a student living in Galway! Galway is renowned for its famous nightlife and assemblage of pubs. I understand that it can be quite daunting to find fun alternatives instead of a night on the pints. I have found plenty of things for you and your friends to do that … [Read more...] about Is there enough to do in Galway as a student?
The songs of the four seasons
Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels There can simply be no such thing as a happy world without music. Those sweet music notes that distract us from loud chatter on the bus, that little distraction it gives us from our anxiety while walking in a busy area, the welcome pounding in our ears while we spend a night on the town in venues that are alive with live music and DJ’s … [Read more...] about The songs of the four seasons
The power of our generation to effect change
Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels To me, the young generation of this country can bring the most change because we are the future of this country. The decisions and changes that are happening now will most affect us. As a young 19-year-old woman in this country, I use my voice to contribute to change through activism and being on nationwide action panels. For … [Read more...] about The power of our generation to effect change
A shared history of two nations, 4,000km apart
Image by hosny salah from Pixabay It may come as a surprise to some to see the Palestinian flag flying beside the Irish flag atop Dublin City Council. However, for the Irish people, or those familiar with Irish history, it is no surprise. The raising of the Palestinian flag is a statement. A symbol. Though separated by over 4,000 kilometres, Ireland stands in … [Read more...] about A shared history of two nations, 4,000km apart