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The Former NASA Expert Pioneering Acclaimed Mars Research From Trinity

Dr Mary Bourke of Trinity's Department of Geography, and formerly of NASA, made headlines recently for her work in understanding winds on Mars.
By Eleanor O'Mahony

Alan Rusbridger on Edward Snowden, Social Media and Social Change

The former Guardian Editor addressed TCD Law Society this evening on the increasing importance of social media and free speech.
By Sinéad Baker

A Farewell Tribute to Maguires of Grafton Street

Nick Spare gives Maguires the farewell tribute she so rightly deserves.
By Nick Spare

Lynn Ruane to Run for Seanad

TCDSU President Lynn Ruane is to hand in her nomination form this week, and is looking to serve as “a representative for education.”
By Dominic McGrath

Going to the Dark Side, Recreating Cool Runnings and Learning the Nutcracker

Tis the season to procrastinate, and Rebecca Wynne-Walsh explores the most enjoyable society distractions this week.
By Rebecca Wynne-Walsh
Op-Ed

Students Are the Ones Who Suffer with a “Funding” Loan System

Students should not be the ones bearing the brunt of the need for greater institutional funding, writes USI President Kevin Donoghue.
By Kevin Donoghue

As Christmas Exams Become a Distinct Possibility, a Union Mandate Becomes Controversial

The union is mandated to fight for Christmas exams, a mandate that most students never voted on, and that most do not know exists.
By Sinéad Baker

International Firms to Invest $285 Million in Dublin Student Accommodation

The first development as part of the investment, on Dublin's Mill Street, has already received planning permission.
By Sinéad Baker

Whether its Right to Teach Ethics to Business Students

In studying business, there is little consensus about what ethics are, or how they should be taught. In Trinity, they're considered a good investment.
By Hugh Mitchell

Intellectual Disability and Inclusion in Trinity’s Sport

Trinity's Centre of Inclusion and Intellectual Disability and the Department of Sport collaborate to offer opportunities and improve lives.
By Sarah Ledden