Period Taboo in Ireland
In a packed bar in Amsterdam, a young woman goes up to the counter. She says something inaudible to the bartender. Harry Styles’ “Watermelon Sugar” drown out her request. “Pad or tampon?”, he replies plainly. ...
Are online graduations the way of the future?
Completing preschool or Montessori now means a graduation ceremony in a local hall, four year olds donning cardboard caps and tiny gowns before continuing their journey through the Irish education system. Year...
Uncertainty remains for prospective Erasmus students as universities struggle to cope in unprecedented times
The Erasmus programme began in 1987 with 3,244 students from 11 different countries. Since then, the programme has become more and more popular with students eager to experience a culture different from their ...
Cancellation of Coláistí Samhraidh due to COVID19 pandemic
Usually at this time of the year the Gaeltacht regions would be preparing for an influx of visitors. This year the buses will lie idle and the many rooms prepped to welcome students will stay empty. The pubs a...