Elections 2017
Inaugural Ents/Piranha Husting Sees Satire Take a Back Seat to Camaraderie
In the first event of its kind in a dramatically changed election period, the event both entertained and confused attendees with its awkward humour.
Analysis
Engagement Takes Centre Stage at TCDSU Hustings, Despite Little Engagement from Audience
All candidates put forward a strong showing at the first hustings of this year's elections, but, with only two contested races, debate was thin on the ground.
TCDSU Elections First Night
TCDSU Presidential Candidate Bryan Mallon Apologises for “Derogatory” Tweets
In interviews with The University Times, Mallon apologised for tweets that he described as containing 'generally derogatory terms towards women'.
Analysis
In the Entertainments Race, a Chance to Keep up the Individuality of Ents
In an interview with The University Times, the candidate discusses engaging with College issues, administrative work and Trinity Ball line-ups.
Analysis
With the Communications & Marketing Role, Seeking Informed Students and Reliable Income
In an interview with The University Times, the candidate highlights the need to increase awareness of union activities and helping to define a relatively new position.
Analysis
For Welfare Candidates, Compassion in the Role is Key
In one of the two contested races, the five candidates speak to The University Times on the need for empathy and their very personal reasons for running.
Analysis
An Education Race Focused on Experience and the Challenges Facing Trinity
In an interview with The University Times, this year's candidate discusses representing students and the academic challenges in College.
Analysis
Presidential Candidates Focus on Representation, Empowerment and Access to Education Ahead of Race
In interviews with The University Times, candidates discuss balancing College issues with national ones and engaging with students.
12 Candidates to Run in TCDSU Elections, with 4 out of 6 Races Uncontested
Announced this evening, Thomas Emmet, Kevin Keane and Bryan Mallon are to run for president in February’s elections.