Outside the Powerscourt shopping centre, a short stroll from Trinity’s campus, many young people have been gathering by the steps to meet and drink. Social distancing is but a distant thought. The wide steps have long been a popular resting …
Seán McElroy is a Staff Writer for Trinity News.
Dublin’s ultimate kebabs
From freshly made flatbreads to cheap and cheerful, Seán McElroy investigates what Dublin’s kebab scene can offer
Kebabs have long suffered from a reputation as the 4am feed of the drunk and desperate. This stigma should be not be accepted too hastily. The basis for a kebab, as pieces of meat, fish, or vegetables roasted spit and …
Trinity’s ties to Freemasonry forge a strong heritage
Exploring the connections between Trinity and the enigmatic organization
The role played by the Freemasons in Trinity College is much more than just a matter of historical trivia, but is something that is very present and indeed essential as part of some students’ daily lives.
Freemasons have long been …
The good, the bad and the fruity: Alternative beers on a budget
Seán McElroy gives his verdict on a selection of beers under €2
Intoxication can come at a big cost in this country. This doesn’t just mean a cost to your dignity, but also to your bank account. With Irish drinkers paying the second highest alcohol tax per person in the EU, most …
Reasonable food overshadowed by an uncomfortable atmosphere at Wing’s World Cuisine
New city centre buffet offers impressive variety, but is lacking where it matters most
Buffet food has always had a warm place in my heart. For all the criticism it receives for bringing out the worst in people’s gluttonous nature, in my view buffet restaurants still function as somewhat of a unifying force. Not …
The value of arts courses
A defense for arts courses in universities
The standard argument made against arts degrees is that they’re impractical, not suited for a student wishing to gain employment, and therefore a waste of that student’s time and money. This argument isn’t anything new, and such attacks on the …
Women in politics: The need for better representation
Trinity Politics Society hosted their annual Women in Politics conference, discussing the role of women in Irish politics
As part of Women’s Week, Trinity Politics Society held its annual ‘Women in Politics’ event in the GMB on Tuesday. Each of the four speakers in attendance gave a talk on some aspects of the role of women in politics …
Music, rum, and dancing: Luke Rynne Cullen’s “Mini Trinity Ball”
Luke Rynne Cullen sought to host a night out to show his skills in event organising and to cater to all types of students
Luke Rynne Cullen, one of three candidates running for TCDSU Ents Officer this year, held his “Mini Trinity Ball” night out in Wigwam last night. The event, promoted as “Trinity Ball without a price tag” played on Cullen’s experience in …
HEA calls for clarity on independence from Department of Education
Former HEA chief resigned amid claims of “micro-managing” from the department
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) has made a submission to the Department of Education calling for a “new and comprehensive statement” affirming the legal boundaries between the two organisations.
The HEA’s submission requests that the legal clarifications provide confirmation surrounding …
Potential NUI Galway data breach puts students’ information at risk
The breach is due to the loss of a USB stick
The National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) have suffered a potential data breach which poses a risk to students’ names, student numbers, and exam results.
In a statement issued on their website, NUI Galway announced that a USB stick …