The College Historical Society, more commonly known as the Hist, is not only known as the world’s oldest debating society but also as one of the principal hotbeds of rhetoric, discourse and thought at Trinity. This is evident from the …
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This week in Trinity: Litfest, the Hubble Constant and Hong Kong
Week six hosts an abundance of events to keep you going in the run up to reading week
With just one week to go before reading week, the sixth week of Hilary term has plenty in store. On Monday evening, Lawsoc and Trinity Women in Law are hosting a talk on Women Empowerment with guest speakers such as …
From the patriarchy to female friendships: An evening with author Holly Bourne
Litsoc and DU Gender Equality Society hosted a talk with the acclaimed author
Last Tuesday, February 18, DU Gender Equality Society and LitSoc welcomed author Holly Bourne to talk to society members about her books, and some of the issues explored in her work.
The discussion opened with a question focusing on the …
Prison reform, TAP and Love Island: Lynn Ruane meets VDP
The former Trinity student and senator spoke to the Vincent de Paul Society about her work
“It’s very boring when someone comes along and shites on,” said Senator Lynn Ruane, standing in the second row of the Thomas Davis theatre on Thursday evening. As she chatted to the Vincent de Paul Society, her approach was consistently …
This week in Trinity: Green Week, gardening and a night at the museum
Societies focus on sustainability as environmental issues take centre stage this week
After a stormy weekend best suited to hibernating indoors, the clouds have parted to reveal a whole week of society events ready for you to explore. It’s also Green Week, so keep an eye out for some opportunities to learn …
Musings of “The Mooch”: Donald Trump, political polarisation and the future of American politics
Former White House Director of Communications Anthony Scaramucci addressed the Phil on Thursday.
Anthony Scaramucci was catapulted into both international fame and a media frenzy when he was fired after only eleven days (or, as he prefers to put it, 954,000 seconds) as President Donald Trump’s Director of Communications in July 2017. The …
This week in Trinity: Éigse na Tríonóide and Trinity Arts Festival
Various events as Gaeilge dominate week four of Hilary Term
After only a few short weeks of Hilary term, societies show no sign of slowing down with a range of events in store this week. It’s Éigse na Tríonóide, which means events in the Irish language will be plentiful, as …
Oscar nominated director Lenny Abrahamson talks with Lawsoc
Lenny Abrahamson received the Praeses Elit Award on Monday evening.
“Wow, this is really nice on a Monday evening.” Lenny Abrahamson appeared humble as he received the Praeses Elit award from TCD Law Soc. In the Robert Emmet theatre, Abrahamson was no stranger to Trinity, having studied physics and philosophy …
This week in Trinity: RAG Week, ramen and Anthony Scaramucci
Notable guests will visit the Phil, LawSoc, and LitSoc, while charity events take place for RAG Week
Spring has arrived, according to the Irish calendar at least, and it’s time to catch your breath before the assignments and deadlines start piling up once more. This week will be full of big nights out, notable guests and charitable …
“It’s important to be a student trouble maker”: the Honourable Justice Kirby comes to Lawsoc
The former Australian High Court Justice received the Praeses Elit award on Thursday evening
Former Australian High Court Justice Michael Kirby visited Lawsoc on Thursday evening to receive the Praeses Elit award, which is given to individuals who have excelled in their respective fields. With notable guests Senator David Norris, the Australian ambassador to …