Carl Kinsella | Senior Editor Plans are in place to convert Oisín House on Pearse St, currently used by the Department of Social Protection, into student facilities and accommodation, The University Times understands. Dean of Students, Dr Kevin O’Kelly, who is at the head of the initiative, confirmed that the project, which is designed to “address the challenges students face in securing quality accommodation for the duration of their studies at Trinity”, was at a ‘preliminary stage’.ADVERTISEMENT According to Students’ Union President, Domhnall McGlacken-Byrne, preliminary plans indicate that, of the seven available stories in the Pearse St building, five stories are earmarked for 300 student residences. Several … Continue reading Plans for Conversion of Oisín House to Include Accommodation and Student Facilities