Gary Murtagh What made you apply for the role? I applied for this role because I am very passionate about the objectives that I have set out and I believe that I am the man to solve these issues. As a student, I genuinely care about issues that affect us on a day to day basis. I applied for this role because I believe that it should be a student who represents the … [Read more...] about Candidate Interviews: Students’ Union President
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Candidate Interviews: Students’ Union President
Faye Ní Dhomhnaill What made you apply for the role? I decided to apply for the role as I’ve been working full time for students this year, and I’ve really noticed where students are struggling. I think the areas of Gaeilge, Accommodation, Sustainability and funding are definitely the biggest ones that have stuck out to me. I think I’m a friendly face around campus … [Read more...] about Candidate Interviews: Students’ Union President
University of Galway releases statement on Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Photo by Yue Qiu On February 6, the University of Galway released a statement on the current situation in Israel and Palestine given the high casualties of Palestinian civilians and the growing calls for a ceasefire. Opening with an ode to Nelson Mandela Anti-Racism Week, Mandela was quoted saying “the world is now in greater need than ever for men and women … [Read more...] about University of Galway releases statement on Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Chief Justice O’Donnell interviewed by University of Galway student and academic
Photo by Léa Heuillet The University of Galway Law Review hosted Chief Justice Donal O’Donnell at an interview organised by the Law Review and the University of Galway School of Law. Mayor of Galway, Eddie Hoare, led the delegation that welcomed the Honourable Mr Chief Justice Donal O’Donnell to the O’Donoghue Centre in Galway. The interview comprised of two segments, … [Read more...] about Chief Justice O’Donnell interviewed by University of Galway student and academic
Thousands of students to be impacted by maintenance grant increases
Image by Yue Qiu Students ranging from undergraduates to PhD are able to financially benefit from the new 2024 budget that brought into effect the increase in student maintenance grants. Postgraduates can expect the return of an increased grant for their courses which has not seen an increase in over a decade, while PhD students will be eligible for a €3,000 … [Read more...] about Thousands of students to be impacted by maintenance grant increases