The UCDSU Referendum: A Vote of No Confidence by Students?
The UCD Students’ Union (UCDSU) recently held a referendum to reform its constitution. The proposals included reducing the quorum for
The Poolbeg Chimneys: Dublin’s Unlikely Icons get New Life
As the Poolbeg Chimneys’ repainting project draws to a halt for the winter months, we look back on their coming-to-be
Climate Fatigue: How Our Society Has Left Us Unable to Cope
Charlotte Patten explores the tension between awareness and apathy towards climate change amid consumerism and social instability, highlighting how societal pressures hinder meaningful action despite recognizing the looming crisis.
Monsters or Victims?: The Menendez Brothers, and the Ethics of True Crime Media
The Menendez brothers’ case resurfaces in public discourse following Ryan Murphy’s Netflix series, highlighting media biases, societal perceptions, and ongoing debates about their potential victimization amid the true crime phenomenon’s rise.
The Voice of Humanism Through Sally Rooney’s Advocacy for Palestine
Sally Rooney consistently advocates for Palestinian rights, urging solidarity amidst the ongoing conflict. Her works intertwine social issues with personal narratives, influencing audiences and challenging societal norms. “Intermezzo” reflects her commitment, resonating significantly in contemporary discourse.
Reclaiming Patriotism: The Global Tug-of-War Over National Symbols
In recent times, right-wing and far-right political movements around the globe have co-opted their respective nation’s flags, national anthems, and
The “Girlification” of it All: What are the Implications?
As a young person living in a mediated world, you have likely encountered terms such as “girlification,” “I’m just a
Reclaiming Reality: How Misinformation is Distorting Our World
“Without facts, you can’t have truth. Without truth, you can’t have trust. Without these, we have no shared space, and
New Report Highlights Escalating Student Housing Crisis at UCD
The UCD Students’ Union (UCDSU) accommodation report has revealed a worsening student housing crisis, with severe shortages of beds for
How MAGA’s Agenda is Targeting Universities
With former U.S. President Donald Trump set to face Vice President Kamala Harris in November’s crucial U.S. Presidential Elections, we
Still Haven’t Found What You’re Looking For? Take Up Geocaching
In the modern adult lifestyle, there are few opportunities to replicate the joy of “searching” which we so fondly remember
Closing the Gap to Trinity? – UCD Jumps 45 Places in Latest World University Rankings
University College Dublin (UCD) has made a significant leap in this year’s QS World University Rankings, rising 45 places to