Ready to shape the future? Let’s explore your career in medtech together

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

At Pale Blue Dot® Recruitment, they are excited to join the Pathways event on November 12, where they will be introducing students to the dynamic career paths within Ireland’s MedTech industry.

TY gives an early start for students to apply their academic skills to their jobs

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

I am a TY student and I am doing my work experience with this newspaper, and I am strongly in support of the motion that TY provides valuable experience to students.

The best and worst things about being a third-level student

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Third-level education is one of the standout learning curves in the life of a young person. It is vitally important that students realise both the positive and difficult changes that are about to occur in their lives.

Out the gap: the benefits of taking a gap year

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Not getting the points for a course you had worked so hard for seems like the worst possible scenario, but that wouldn’t happen, right? Lara Quirke from Claremorris, Co Mayo thought the same thing. However, the day came when the CAO released their offers, and Lara did not receive hers.That was back in 2021, Lara was 18, fresh out of the Leaving Cert with only dreams of going to college. Now, she was faced with the worst possible outcome. Instead of changing course, or taking her second offer, Lara decided the best decision for her would be a gap year.

Should I attend college 'Open Days'?

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

What every prospective student should ask themselves is 'why should I go to an open day”?

The importance of clubs and societies in college

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Starting college can be nerve-racking. Going into a new environment where you know no one, living with people you don’t know and potentially moving to a new county miles away from your home can all be a bit much to take in. One of the most essential parts of first year is finding your community, friends who help you adjust and share memories with, and what better way to find those friends than by meeting them in a club or society.

The misconceptions of college life

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Starting college can be one of the most exciting times of your life. For some it may be the first time moving out of your family home and moving to a new city, and for others it means having to commute hours to get from the countryside into the city for a 9am lecture. College is a time for you to explore new opportunities, meet new people and learn things about yourself you never knew. However, there are a number of misconceptions that students starting college will have in their head about the experience.

Why you should go on Erasmus

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

University of Galway has taken part in the Erasmus Programme since its inception in 1987. Thousands of students have benefited from the opportunity to study in another European country as part of their degree. Erasmus presents a unique opportunity to students, allowing you to experience the best of both worlds - to study something of interest to you while also being able to travel.

How to pick the perfect venue for your Christmas party

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

For those who have been appointed 'head elf' of your office and have the task of planning your work Christmas party, the first and foremost decision you must make is the venue.

Forge your future at Galway Community College of Further Education

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Galway Community College of Further Education (GCC) offers full-time courses in a wide variety of career areas designed for entry to skilled employment, in preparation for starting an apprenticeship, or for progression to further and higher education.

Tertiary degrees provide new pathway towards success

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Revolutionising the process of obtaining a degree at third level, the 'Tertiary Education Programme' has effectively opened a new pathway for prospective students, one which does not focus on Leaving Cert points.

From driving trucks to a 'fulfilling and rewarding' role in An Garda Síochána

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

It’s a long way from driving articulated dumper trucks and tippers, but ultimately, it was the career progression opportunities that attracted me to An Garda Síochána.

Start with TUS: your path to a bright future

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Choosing the right university is one of the biggest decisions for students and their families.

Key dates for 2025 Leaving Cert students and CAO applicants

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

November 6, 2024: CAO application process opens for those seeking places in universities and other colleges in 2025.

ATU graduates win top awards at Science Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Conference 2024

Thu, Nov 07, 2024

Two of the four top prizes in the 2024 Science Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) Network Conference went to Atlantic Technological University (ATU) graduands Sharon Devine from Caherlistrane, County Galway and Jackie Kirk from Bishop O’Donnell Road, Galway city.

Developments in the Claddagh

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Towards the end of the 19th century, the Claddagh started to go into decline, thanks mainly to the local fishermen not updating their methods of fishing. This economic decline continued into the last century so, when the Urban District Council announced in 1916 that they were starting a reclamation programme of the 30-acre field that was known locally as ‘The Swamp’, it caused a lot of excitement locally. A small working committee was established to carry out the details of organisation. From then on the area was to be known as South Park. I am not sure where that title came from, maybe they regarded the Square as East Park, Salthill Park as Westpark, but where was North Park?

Learn Kairos for personal and professional development

Thu, Oct 31, 2024

Maureen Maloney-Faherty will offer an introductory one-day workshop on Kairos Therapy on November 9. A professional two year training will begin in February 2025.

There has been a lot of unrest and adjustments in the world over the last few years. Kairos Therapy has helped many people to be able to hold their own power in spite of this. If you would like to experience this therapy to see if you would like to help people clear their pain and get in touch with more positive feelings, then this might be what you have been looking for.