USI
USI: Increased College Spaces “Futile” Amid Accommodation Crisis
The Union of Students in Ireland has said that increasing the number of third-level places without extra accommodation and services is a "populist" and "futile" move by Government.
Third-Level Stakeholders Express Disappointment Over Budget 2021
Some €3.3 billion was allocated to the Department of Further and Higher Education under Budget 2021 today.
Editorial
Students Need a Voice in the Implementation of On-Campus Coronavirus Rules
The government this week released public health guidelines for universities reopening in the Autumn.
Students Were Left Out of Campus Guidelines Planning, says USI President
The guidelines were published on Wednesday and endorsed by the Irish Universities Association.
USI to Compile Wage Report on Sabbatical Officers
Proponents of the motion said that the report will fill gaps left by USI’s comparative research manual.
USI to Research Effects of Repeat Exam Fees on Students
The motion was proposed today at national council by NUI Galway Students' Union.
Former USI President Annie Hoey Made Labour Spokesperson for Higher Education
Senator Annie Hoey said that she was 'thrilled' to take up the new role.
Harris to Develop Framework With USI for Supporting Students’ Unions
In a meeting with USI today, Harris also discussed sexual assault on campuses and a higher education funding model.
New Cuts to Unemployment Pay are ‘Extremely Worrying for Students’, Says USI President
The cuts will mainly affect part-time workers and will come into effect on June 29th.
USI to Fight for Free Public Transport for Students
The motion led to arguments about the need to improve transport infrastructure and attempts to change the wording of the motion.