Text messaging service reduces hospital out-patient no-shows

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

A new text reminder service, introduced recently at Galway University Hospitals, aims to reduce the number of people who do not show up for hospital outpatient appointments.

Galway to feature in new IrishTV travel series

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

A new Irish travel series showcasing the west of Ireland has begun filming in Galway this week.

The new eight-part prime time series, Kenny Wild, will challenge veteran journalist and best-selling author Dave Kenny to substitute his comfortable surroundings of Dalkey for a road trip along the windswept Wild Atlantic Way.

NUI Galway researchers identify enzyme which plays key role in spread of blood cancer cells

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Groundbreaking research being carried out at NUI Galway could lead to new ways of overcoming resistance to treatment for the blood cancer multiple myeloma.

Play reading night aims to attract new members for Compántas Lir

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Award-winning theatre group Compántas Lir is holding an open reading night this month to which new members are invited.

Those who attend will assist in the reading of several plays with three to be selected as the productions for the group’s season ahead.

Moving radio documentary wins award for Galway journalism student

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Galway student David Nevin has been selected as winner of the 2014 Headline Award for Student Journalism Related to Mental Health and Suicide for his radio documentary From Darkness Into Light.

Weight management specialist to give talk at Croi

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

“As much as we want to believe that weight loss and ‘dieting’ is easy, it’s not. And sometimes we need support to direct and help us. It doesn’t happen overnight. It requires planning, effort and motivation. Above all, it requires you to know yourself” says weight management specialist Bernadette Rock who will be in Galway on Monday August 25 to give a free oublic talk on Weight Loss and Weight Management in the Croi Heart & Stroke Centre, Moyola Lane, Newcastle at 7pm.

The Tiny Dancer Party in the Castle

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

SINGER-SONGWRITER Paddy Casey will headline The Tiny Dancer Party in the Castle, a charity one-day festival taking place in Claregalway.

Galwegians remember relatives who fought in Great War

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Cllr Terry O’Flaherty’s relative Bernard Laffey was the uncle of the late Bridie O’Flaherty, the former mayor of Galway city. Bernard was born in Clooncah, Woodlawn, and at the age of 20 was serving in the first battalion of the Irish Guards.

CAO releases short video guide online in advance of Round One offers

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

The Central Applications Office (CAO) has this week launched a useful online resource for CAO applicants who are anxiously awaiting Round One offers on Monday August 18.

Let yourself be led back into the light

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

I've lost just too many friends to suicide. People I worked with, people I went to school with, people I socialised with, people I've acted with and played football with. All unique. All different. They had varying professions and occupations, various loves and losses.

Some of them were undoubtedly depressed and this depression was obvious in them when they temporarily shed the facade that they used to shield themselves from the glare of the world. Others were not so obviously depressed. Some had planned their suicides for some time – nothing left unsaid, no friend spared an explanation or a note. To partially explain but to prevent the possiblity of an intervention. Other friends took their own lives because of shame at having to confront their families with scenarios of which their families would disapprove. Others because they just felt that life was too unwelcoming a place to be, lonely, isolated, feeling unloved and feeling invisible.

Let’s get to the point(s)

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

It is that time of year again, the much anticipated Leaving Certificate results have arrived and now the worry and impatience is building as students await the first round of offers. Students are under pressure to achieve CAO points, choose the right course, plan a career, and with that comes much uncertainty. The Learning Institute would like to reassure school leavers that your future does not have to be dependent on points. The Learning Institute makes the point that there are alternative routes to education and employment even if you do not get your first choice.

A career in payroll

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Every week or every month the magic payslip arrives to replenish the funds of almost two million employees nationwide. It is the payroll person who makes sure that we all get paid, on time, and with the correct amount of deductions made from our gross pay.

Exercise Health Leisure and Aquatics — your first step in health and fitness

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

EHLA is an internationally recognised training provider of health related fitness courses. It delivers the highly acclaimed and established worldwide ITEC courses. The organisation has students working in Ireland, Australia, USA, Canada, and New Zealand. It is REPS accredited and mapped to the European framework of industry recognised qualifications. Its courses are aligned with SOLAS and are suitable for those choosing a career path in health and leisure, learning for personal interest, or upskilling.

Galway Community College continues to offer PLC courses in many exciting areas

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Galway Community College continues to offer a wide variety of courses for school leavers and continuing professional development. There is a broad range of FETAC/QQI Level 5 and 6 courses on offer, with tutors constantly developing new modules and links to business.

A career in make-up artistry

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

The International School of Make-up Artistry has been in business for more than 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry courses, from beginner to advanced levels, and is constantly updating with cosmetic products and fashion trends.

Fast track your games career with Pulse College Galway

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Pulse College, one of Ireland’s leading colleges in creative media education with more than 20 years’ experience, is launching its second year operating in Galway city. Specialising in games development, the college provides students with the highest standards in training and facilities available, offering both full and part-time courses.

Leaving and Junior Cert tuition at the Galway Study Centre

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

The Galway Study Centre at Mill Street, as part of its August summer programme, will be offering courses in Leaving Cert mathematics (algebra, differentiation, and trigonometry) and Leaving Cert English (paper 1) from next Monday, August 18. The centre has consistently provided an excellent learning experience to students for more than 30 years. A team of experienced and enthusiastic teachers maintain a superb teaching reputation and strive continually to help students achieve the best possible grades so they can reach their true academic potential.

Free English lesson and level test at The Learning Institute

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

The Learning Institute, Galway’s newest English language school, will hold an English school open day on Monday August 25. Everyone is welcome to go along and avail of a free English lesson and level test. Testing and free lessons will take place from 10am to 12 noon and from 1pm to 3pm.

Successful radio diploma course enters its sixth year

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

The Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board is offering its highly successful diploma in radio studio production again this October at its media centre in Gort. The City & Guilds diploma is a 40 week course which aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enter the radio industry either at home or abroad. The course is due to commence on October 20 next. It stands out among other courses in that participants are trained for industry, by industry professionals. Anyone interested should register for the course at the local employment services or Intreo office. Training allowances are available to eligible students.

Leaving Certificate results and CAO offers

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

The waiting is over and congratulations to all. And now another wait begins with CAO offers published on Monday August 18.

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