Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
NUI Galway Mental Health Week Events 5th – 10th October #littlethings
All Week 11am-3pm the SU Welfare Crew will be giving out Free Goodie Bags with tasty treats.
All Week Please Talk Art Exhibition in Áras na Mac Léinn. All events are FREE except where indicated otherwise.
Monday
11am-4pm Global Fair in the Bailey Allen Hall
12.30pm Mental Health Week Launch at the Quad
12pm-1pm Building Resilience Workshop in The View
2pm-3pm Strategies for Taking Study in Your Stride in The View
6pm-8pm Juggling Workshop at the Arts Millennium Building
Tuesday
12pm-3pm Little Things Stand at Smokey’s with freebies
2pm-4pm Singing with Dementia Patients in The Meeting Rooms
6pm-8pm Seas Suas Programme Room 129 Áras Moyola
8pm-11pm Film: The Dead Poet’s Society in The Meeting Rooms
Wednesday
12pm-3pm Little Things Stand at Smokey’s with freebies
2pm-3pm Mindfulness for Daily Life Workshop in The View
3pm-4pm Stress Busting Techniques Workshop in The View
6pm Capoeira Workshop in The Cube with Dance Soc
8pm Bring a Dish event in AC203 with Potter Soc
Thursday
11am-4pm Voter Registration Drive, Free stuff, Road Safety Freebies, Games and Promo Staff recruitment in Áras na Mac Léinn.
2pm-3pm Putting Off Procrastination Workshop in The View
3pm-4pm Laughter is the Best Medicine Workshop in The View
4pm-5pm The Wellness Recovery Action Plan Workshop in The View
7.30pm-8.30pm Light Your Candle of Hope in the Chapel
8pm After Party for “Be Brave” Campaign Launch in College Bar with GIG Soc
Friday
All Day Mindful Way Conference
8.30pm-1am Sober Soc present the Funky Seomra in The Cube. Tickets €5.
Saturday
10am Walk, run or crawl the NUI Galway 8k in aid of Jigsaw on World Mental Health Day. Entry fee €25.
Make your idea happen with EXPLORE Innovation funding
The Students’ Union/NUI Galway EXPLORE initiative is seeking applications from students and staff wishing to work in partnership on innovative new projects to benefit NUI Galway and/or the wider community. Up to €900 is available per project. This is a great way to turn an idea into reality, develop new skills, boost your CV, expand your network and much more! Closing date: Tues, 20 Oct 2015. Find out more and apply at www.su.nuigalway.ie/explore
David O’Doherty Comedy Gig Monday 12th October – Tickets on Sale now €5
We are delighted to announce that our next €5 comedy gig is David O’Doherty at 8pm on Monday 12th October in the O’Flaherty Theatre. Tickets on sale now from the SU Office (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm) and the SU Engineering Desk (Mon-Fri 11am-3pm).
Life Skills Courses Update:
- Cardiac First Responder – Friday 9th October 3 Spaces Left €40
- Occupational First Aid – 3 day course: 30th October, 6th & 13th November 1 Space Left €100
- Anti-Racism Training Course – Thursday 5th November 10 Spaces Left €5
- Child Protection Training – Saturday 14th November 9 Spaces Left €15
Connacht Rugby Tickets €10
We now have NUI Galway student €10 tickets on sale for the Main Stand for the next Connacht Rugby home match against Cardiff Blues at 5pm on Saturday 3rd October.
Anti-Social Behaviour
It has come to the attention of both the University and the Students’ Union that more incidents regarding anti-social behaviour have occurred. We ask that all students please keep in mind their neighbours during their stay in Galway. The accommodation shortage has come to the forefront and incidences regarding anti-social behaviour are and will only make the current crisis much worse. Please exercise caution during any events you may have at home and keep noise levels to a minimum. Be a good neighbour!
Are You Registered to Vote?
Get registered to vote before the 26th October deadline. Register in the SU Office Mon-Fri 10am-5pm or come to our Voter Registration Drive 11am-4pm Thursday 8th October in Áras na Mac Léinn (there will be free stuff!).
Road Safety Week Freebies Thurs 8th Oct
We have loads of FREE High Vis Vests and Bike Lights to give away as part of Road Safety Week this Thursday 8th October 11am-4pm in Áras na Mac Léinn (while stocks last!) #besafebeseen
SU Charities
We are delighted to announce that this year we will be fundraising for Galway Rape Crisis Centre and the Irish Cancer Society. We are planning a load of fundraising events throughout the year but need your help! If you want to help us out or have an idea for an event just give us a shout on studentsunion@nuigalway.ie There’s more information on our plans available here.
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) classes for international students
Classes for full degree international students who need support with academic writing and referencing are taking place as follows:
Arts Millennium building:
- Wednesdays – AM107 – 16:00 to 18:00
- Wednesdays – AM110 – 18:00 to 20:00
- Fridays – AM107 – 17:00 to 19:00
No pre-registration is necessary. Due to demand and class size restrictions places are limited and will therefore be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Graduate Jobs Fair12.30pm-4pm Tuesday 6th October
More than 75 actively recruiting companies across all industries will feature at the NUI Galway Graduate Jobs Fair in the Bailey Allen Hall, on Tuesday 6th October from 12.30pm – 4.00pm. A student’s main objective on the day is to secure your first graduate job. Many graduate employers now recruit graduates from all academic disciplines so don’t be misled by an organisation’s name – they may have the perfect graduate opportunity for you!
Details on participating exhibitors is available from www.nuigalway.ie/careers#jobsfairNUIG
USI FREE Activist Academy this Saturday
This day long event will provide you with the skills and training needed to become a student activist. Workshops include: lobbying, fundraising, networking, working with the media, social media and how to build a community of activists. Register Now.
The Sober Society presents Funky Seomra Friday 9th October
Sober Soc aims are to create a culture that encompasses fun, exciting and interesting events in NUIG that don’t finish up with a trip to the pub.
Their first event is Funky Seomra 8.30pm-1am on Friday 9th October – a night club that includes not only amazing dance music, but massage areas, games areas, arts & crafts, chill out zone and delicious healthy cakes, snacks and herbal teas. The event takes place in The Cube Áras na Mac Léin and tickets are only €5 to members of Sober Soc who buy tickets in advance. Students and staff can become members of Sober Soc and avail of this cheap offer.
Societies Global Week 5th – 8th October
The second annual NUI Galway Global Week is taking place from October 5th-8th, with the Global Fair in the Bailey Allen Hall on Monday 5th of October from 11am – 4pm.
Global week aims to: A) Raise awareness of global issues B) Raise awareness of ecological issues and promote a green agenda C) Celebrate Diversity
NUIG Snowsports Challenge 6th/7th of October – Win a free trip worth €739!
Compete in teams in a series of wacky challenges to win a trip to Val D’Isere in January with the NUIG Snowsports club. Sign up in Smokies between 12-2 on Tuesday before the challenge kicks off that evening in the College Bar, it continues the following day in Monroes where the winner will be announced! Check here for all the info!
Free 8×8 Festival 5th – 9th October 2015
SUAS would like to invite you the third 8×8 Free Film festival at NUIG. 8×8 is a development-focused arts festival with a touring photo exhibition and award-winning documentary film screenings. Visit the exhibition on campus outside the library and pop along to one of the events. To secure your place register for you free tickets at stand.ie/8×8
Participants Required for Research Study on Mindfulness
You are invited to take part in a research study which involves evaluating the effects of a 6-week mindfulness meditation intervention on cognitive ability. Participants will spend 6-weeks learning about the concept and practice of mindfulness using Headspace, an app which runs on all major smartphones, tablets and web browsers. You will be provided with a free subscription to Headspace which will last for another 6 months after the study finishes if you complete all data collection. This is usually worth around €60. More information and the screening form can be found here
NUIG 8k Registration Still Open
The NUI Galway Kingfisher 8k walk/run/crawl in aid of Jigsaw will take place on World Mental Health Day Saturday 10th October at 10am. Entry fee is just €25 and all funds raised will support mental health services for young people in Galway. Register Now.
Sin Issue 2 Is Out Now
The Sin newspaper editor Jessica is looking for volunteers to help out with the on campus newspaper and website during the year. If you are interested in helping drop her a line to editor@sin.ie or come to the weekly Sin meeting everyMonday 6pm-7pm in AC203.
Upcoming Class Rep Meetings
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Thurs 8th Oct |
6pm – 9pm |
IT250 |
IT Building (1st Floor) |
Class Rep Training 1 |
|
Mon 12th Oct |
6pm-8pm |
Kirwan Theatre |
Concourse |
SU Council |
|
Tues 13th Oct |
6pm – 7pm |
MY231 Seminar Room 2 |
Áras Moyola |
Health Sciences Council |
|
Thurs 15th Oct |
6pm-7pm |
AC204 |
Arts Concourse |
Law/Commerce Council |
Every class is entitled to a Class Representative to represent their class. If your class does not have a Class Rep your voice will not be heard. If you have any questions on the roles and responsibilities of a Class Rep contact the SU Vice-President/Education Officer Rebecca at su.education@nuigalway.ie. Further information regarding the role of Class Reps is also available in the SU Council section of our website here.
Operation Transformation Seeks Leaders
Operation Transformation is back for a 9th series and we are looking for 5 new leaders to lead the nation on the Operation Transformation health and fitness plan. This is a chance to change your life while motivating others to do the same, so why not apply today.Click ‘download application form’ to apply today here: http://ot.rte.ie/
Contact Us
You can contact the Students’ Union by email to studentsunion@nuigalway.ie with any questions or suggestions you may have. You can also like or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside the College Bar and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm.
Our reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
NUIG SU Bus to March for Choice this Saturday
There will be a bus leaving the Quad at 10.30am this Saturday to go to the March for Choice in Dublin. The 4th annual March for Choice will mark the Global Day of Action for Access to Safe and Legal Abortion. The march will kick off at 2pm in Dublin at the Garden of Remembrance (assembling from 1.30pm), and participants are asked to bring a wheelie case if possible to make the effort and sound of travel abundantly clear!
After the march the bus will be leaving Merrion Square at 5pm sharp to return to Galway. Places on the bus are free but are on a first come, first served basis and NUI Galway ID is essential.
Reminder: Registration deadline is Wednesday 30th September.
You must be registered and have your semester one modules selected by that time. If your record states that you are “pre-registered” this means that you are NOT registered and you must register ASAP! Queries to reghelp@nuigalway.ie or check www.nuigalway.ie/reg
Make your idea happen with EXPLORE Innovation funding
The Students’ Union/NUI Galway EXPLORE initiative is seeking applications from students and staff wishing to work in partnership on innovative new projects to benefit NUI Galway and/or the wider community. Up to €900 is available per project. This is a great way to turn an idea into reality, develop new skills, boost your CV, expand your network and much more! Closing date: Tues, 20 Oct 2015. Find out more and apply at www.su.nuigalway.ie/explore
David O’Doherty Comedy Gig Monday 12th October
We are delighted to announce that our next €5 comedy gig is David O’Doherty at 8pm on Monday 12th October in the O’Flaherty Theatre. Tickets on sale soon – keep an eye on our Facebook & Twitter for details!
NUIG 8k €20 Early Bird Registration Closes TOMORROW
The NUI Galway Kingfisher 8k walk/run/crawl in aid of Jigsaw will take place on Saturday 10th October at 10am. Early bird entry fee is just €20 and all funds raised will support mental health services for young people in Galway. Register Now.
Life Skills 2015 – some spaces left
Courses on offer to students during the 2015/16 academic term include:
- Anti-Racism Training Course – Thursday 5th November
- Child Protection Training – Saturday 14th November
- Occupational First Aid – 3 day course: 30th October, 6th & 13th November
- Cardiac First Responder – Friday 9th October
More info on all the courses is available here.
Connacht Rugby Tickets €10
We now have NUI Galway student €10 tickets on sale for the Main Stand for the next Connacht Rugby home match against Cardiff Blues at 5pm on Saturday 3rd October.
Sin Issue 1 Read it Online HERE
The Sin newspaper editor Jessica is looking for volunteers to help out with the on campus newspaper and website during the year. If you are interested in helping drop her a line to editor@sin.ie or come to the weekly Sin meeting everyMonday 6pm-7pm in AC203.
Give Blood
- 5pm-8.30pm TONIGHT Thursday in Clybaun Hotel, Knocknacarra
- 12pm-3.30pm Sunday in Clybaun Hotel, Knocknacarra
- 5pm-8.30pm Tuesday 29th September, Wednesday 30th September & Thursday 1st October in Menlo Park Hotel, Terryland
Ball in the Bar TONIGHT!
Please support the Ball in the College Bar tonight from 8.30pm in aid of providing humanitarian relief to the refugees in Calais. Admission is €5, there will be a band and a DJ along with prizes for the best dressed. Over 18’s NUIG ID required.
Postgrad Events this Friday
There will be a free walking tour of Galway for NUI Galway Postgrad students this Friday with Cian Moran the SU Postgrad Officer. Meet outside the Galway City Museum at 11am. From 8pm there will be a Postgrad Party in the College Bar with Karaoke and lots of surprises. Contact su.postgrad@nuigalway.ie for more information.
Suas Global Issues Course now Enrolling
The Suas Global Issues course is a seven week evening course designed to give students an opportunity to develop a knowledge of specific development issues. It goes on for two hours, once per week, looking at one issue per lecture and costs €25. However, is not so much of a lecture – it’s more so an interactive session of engaging discussion with students of various disciplines. No prior knowledge is needed at all, so it would suit any student that has even the slightest interest in global issues.
This is the link to more information and registration: http://www.suas.ie/take-course
The 2016-2017 Irish Fulbright Awards are Open for Applications
The Fulbright Commission of Ireland are currently accepting applications for the 2016-2017 Fulbright Awards. The Fulbright awards are grants for Irish or EU citizens (resident in Ireland for three or more years) to study, research, or teach in the U.S. The awards include a monetary grant, plus accident and emergency insurance, cultural and professional programming, and visa administration. Applications are due by Friday, 30th October 2015 and more information can be found on the Fulbright website: www.fulbright.ie.
Upcoming Class Rep Meetings
|
Thurs 8th Oct |
6pm – 9pm |
IT250 |
IT Building (1st Floor) |
Class Rep Training 1 |
|
Mon 12th Oct |
6pm-8pm |
Kirwan Theatre |
Concourse |
SU Council |
|
Tues 13th Oct |
6pm – 7pm |
MY231 Seminar Room 2 |
Áras Moyola |
Health Sciences Council |
|
Thurs 15th Oct |
6pm-7pm |
AC204 |
Arts Concourse |
Law/Commerce Council |
Every class is entitled to a Class Representative to represent their class. If your class does not have a Class Rep your voice will not be heard. If you have any questions on the roles and responsibilities of a Class Rep contact the SU Vice-President/Education Officer Rebecca at su.education@nuigalway.ie. Further information regarding the role of Class Reps is also available in the SU Council section of our website here.
Please Talk Art Exhibition Launch Invite
Please Talk will be launching their society with Art Is A Wound Turned Into Light at 6.30pm on Wednesday 30th September in Áras Na Mac Léinn, NUIG. This Art exhibition involving Galway based artists highlights the therapeutic and communicative value of art in area of mental health. Political commentator Jonny Fallon shall be speaking at the launch and all are welcome.
Participants Needed to Break a Guinness World Record this Saturday
Run just 100 meters in the 12 hour relay this Saturday 26th September 9am-9pm at the running track in Dangan. Boost your mental and physical health and break the Guinness World Record at this FREE Event.
All levels of fitness welcome!
Interested? Please book your FREE tickets here.
Anxious About Public Speaking or Meeting People?
The Participate programme might help. Participate is a free online programme for shyness and social anxiety.
The programme uses cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques and is similar to programmes that have been run successfully in NUI Galway and elsewhere in the past.
All students of NUI Galway are being e-mailed with this link to the Participate website (http://participate.nuigalway.ie). You can visit the site, test your social anxiety, and see how the programme works. If you want, you can then apply to do the programme. For more information contact Éamonn Ó Dochartaigh eamonn.odochartaigh@nuigalway.ie
Have you booked your place in Galway’s last Startup Weekend of the year?
The weekend is all about learning, trial and error and meeting great people! The event starts Friday week on Friday 2-4 October 2015. Tickets are almost sold out, so we advise you book soon. Technical roles are really filling up.
You can find all details here http://www.up.co/communities/ireland/galway/startup-weekend/7145
Call for Submissions! The Lamp is looking for submissions for its 2016 issue (Volume 6)!
The Lamp is an international literary journal dedicated to showcasing the creative writing of graduate and professional students. If you write poetry, short fiction, scripts, creative nonfiction, or any other form of textual art, please submit your work to The Lamp at thelampeditor@gmail.com. The deadline is December 31st, 2015!
Contact Us
You can contact the Students’ Union by email to studentsunion@nuigalway.ie with any questions or suggestions you may have. You can also like or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside the College Bar and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm.
Our reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
Accommodation Problems Survey
Please help us try to solve your accommodation issues by taking 1 minute to fill out this survey
Be Aware: Student Houses Targeted by Burglars.
There has recently been a number of reported burglaries to students’ houses near NUI Galway. If you come home to find that your house has been robbed, do not enter the property. Call to a neighbour’s house and ring 999/112. Explain what has happened and wait for the Gardaí to arrive. We urge you to protect your property as much as possible.
When you are not at home:
- Lock the front and back doors
- Close all windows
- Leave some lights on in the house, upstairs and downstairs
- If possible, lock all bedroom doors
- Do not leave cash in the property
- Do not leave bikes unlocked outside the property
- And very importantly, if you have a house alarm – USE IT.
Also, it is advised by the Gardaí to take note of all serial numbers on laptops and other valuable devices. Save your important files and college work on an additional device, and take photos of the valuable items you own (including bikes).Following the above will make your home less of a target.
You can speak to your Students’ Union Welfare Officer, Jimmy McGovern for more information su.welfare@nuigalway.ie
Connacht Rugby Tickets €10
We now have NUI Galway student €10 tickets on sale for the Main Stand for the next Connacht Rugby home match against Cardiff Blues at 5pm on Saturday 3rd October.
Learn Sign Language in just 10 weeks for only €40!
SU sign language courses start next week and are filling up fast:
Tuesday 12pm-1pm (6 spaces left)
Tuesday 1pm-2pm (7 spaces left)
Wednesday 6pm-7pm (2 spaces left)
or
Thursday 6pm-7pm (5 spaces left)
Register and pay now in the SU Office or phone 091 524810 to pay by credit card (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm).
Class Representatives
Every class is entitled to a Class Representative to represent their class. If your class does not have a Class Rep your voice will not be heard. If you have any questions on the roles and responsibilities of a Class Rep contact the SU Vice-President/Education Officer Rebecca at su.education@nuigalway.ie. Further information regarding the role of Class Reps is also available in the SU Council section of our website here.
SU Card
Have you picked up your FREE SU Loyalty card yet? It magically transforms points into free teas/coffees, College Bar dinners and cash! You can pick one up from the SU Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm or the SU Engineering Desk Monday-Friday 11am-3pm.
Lockers – Just 316 Left!
Please note that lockers are now available. You need to register online first at www.su.nuigalway.ie and your locker will be reserved for a 3 day period during which you can call up to the SU to collect your key and pay for same.
Please note that keys for lockers in Áras Moyola and the Engineering Building can only be collected at the SU Engineering Desk in the Engineering Building foyer Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.
Sin Issue 1 Read it Online HERE
The Sin newspaper editor Jessica is looking for volunteers to help out with the on campus newspaper and website during the year. If you are interested in helping drop her a line to editor@sin.ie or come to the weekly Sin meeting everyMonday 6pm-7pm in AC203.
English for Academic Purposes (EAP) classes for international students
EAP classes provide support with academic writing and referencing. The classes are free for full degree registered students and will start on Wed 23rd September 2015 for 8 weeks.
Classes will take place from 16:00 to 18:00 in AM107 and from 18:00 to 20:00 in AM110
All interested students need to fill out this link in order to register.
Please note that places are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis.
Talk on the BDS Campaign on Monday
On Monday 21 September in AC202 on the NUI Galway Concourse at 7pm, Riya Hassan of the Palestinian BDS National Committee will give a talk hosted by the Palestine Solidarity Society on the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) campaign against Israeli occupation, colonialism and apartheid. More Information.
College Campus Radio FlirtFM turns 20 with a series of special events running 25th -26th September
On Friday 25th there’s a meet-up in NUI Galway College Bar at 19:00, and later a silent disco in the Roisín Dubh, with Flirt FM DJs.
On Saturday the 26th make a name badge in Áras na Mac Léinn from 12 midday, then enjoy a free lunch at 12:30. There will be a live radio show on Flirt FM 101.3 from 13:00 – 17:00 where current and ex volunteers and staff chat about their time at the station. At the same time, former Flirt FM presenters will be talking about what the station meant to them in their career paths upstairs in The View, then there’s a launch reception at 17:00 for a documentary on the history of the station. There’s also an Eventbrite ticketed dinner at The Salthill Hotel.
These events are open to past & current volunteers, NUI Galway students, listeners and friends, and you can find out more at http://www.flirtfm.ie/articles/2015/8/flirt-turns-20/
Flirt FM 101.3 is Galway City’s award winning Student, Community & Alternative Station, based in NUI Galway since September 1995. With two paid staff, the station is home to up to 150 volunteers annually and up to 800 studio guests each year.
Give Blood in September
Please Give Blood in The Clybaun Hotel, Knocknacarra Tuesday 22nd to Thursday 24th September 5pm-8.30pm and Sunday 27th September 12pm-3.30pm.
Galway Culture Night this Friday
There are loads of FREE events on this Friday 18th September for Galway Culture Night. Plan your free evening of entertainment here: http://galwayculturenight.com/
ComputerDISC: Opening Thursday September 24th 2015
ComputerDISC (Computer Programming Drop-In Support Centre) is a free resource for all NUIG students that are enrolled in computer programming or software development courses. The purpose of the centre is to provide support to students with their self-directed learning in computing topics at all years and levels. It is designed to complement the lectures, tutorials, labs and other supports that are available to students. ComputerDISC is located in room 205 on the first floor of the Information Technology building. Students can drop in at any time during the opening hours as no appointments are necessary. Further information can be found on www.computerdisc.it.nuigalway.ie
FREE Meet and Train Sessions for the NUIG 8k
Free meet and train sessions every Monday & Wednesday at 1pm & 6pm for those preparing for the NUIG 8k on 10th October. 2k or 4k options and all levels of fitness welcome. Both runners and walkers accommodated. Contact Kingfisher reception for details on 091 540300. The NUI Galway Kingfisher 8k walk/run/crawl in aid of Jigsaw will take place on Saturday 10th October at 10am. Early bird entry fee is just €20 and all funds raised will support mental health services for young people in Galway.
Join the NUIG Bioblitz Team
NUI Galway won the Intervarsity Bioblitz last year & now it is time to defend our title! Running over 24 hours from 5pm on the 24th to 5pm on the 25th Sept, we are looking for people to help survey and identify as many species as possible on campus. We also need help with organisation, so all assistance is welcome! If you would like to participate in this unique event please email greencampus@nuigalway.ie
Synapse Wednesday 23rd September
Synapse //a Tech Carnival, is a student organised, free one day interactive technology showcase by top companies in the Bailey Allen hall on Wednesday the 23rd of September. We have talks, discussion panels, give-a-ways, prizes and stalls from Microsoft, Google, Ericsson and many more, for full line up and free tickets go to synapsegalway.com and tweet #synapse15.
Books – Buy & Sell
Remember we sell secondhand books to save you a bit of cash and we can also sell them on your behalf to make you some cash! Have a look at our secondhand bookshop for more information on buying or selling http://www.su.nuigalway.ie/bookstore/
Life Skills 2015 – now enrolling
Courses on offer to students during the 2015/16 academic term include:
- Anti-Racism Training Course
- Basic Sign Language Classes – START NEXT WEEK!
- Child Protection Training
- Occupational First Aid
- Cardiac First Responder
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Self Defence Course – NEXT WEEK!
- Irish – START NEXT WEEK!
More info on all the courses is available here.
Suas Global Issues Course now Enrolling
The Suas Global Issues course is a seven week evening course designed to give students an opportunity to develop a knowledge of specific development issues. It goes on for two hours, once per week, looking at one issue per lecture and costs €25. However, is not so much of a lecture – it’s more so an interactive session of engaging discussion with students of various disciplines. No prior knowledge is needed at all, so it would suit any student that has even the slightest interest in global issues.
This is the link to more information and registration: http://www.suas.ie/take-course
Student Leap Cards & ISIC Cards
The shiny new Student Leap Cards and ISIC Cards are available now from the Students’ Union office upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn between 10am and 5pm Monday to Friday. All you need to do is bring yourself, your new college ID, €15 and a smile for the photo we will take of you. These are valid until the 31st of December 2016.
Interested in making a difference? Want to get involved in something fun? Want to be part of something bigger?
Volunteer with your students Union to get involved in lots of fun activities this year including our charity fundraisers. E-mail your Welfare Officer Jimmy: su.welfare@nuigalway.ie
SU Free Cloakroom
The SU Cloakroom is situated beside the SU Shop near the Bialann. The Cloakroom is FREE and is open Monday to Friday 9am – 6.30pm. Please note that we cannot accept laptops and items must be removed at the end of each day.
Contact Us
You can contact the Students’ Union by email to studentsunion@nuigalway.ie with any questions or suggestions you may have. You can also like or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside the College Bar and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm.
Our reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
Al Porter This Monday 8pm!
We have only 100 tickets left for comedian Al Porter this Monday 14th September at 8pm in the O’Flaherty Theatre. Don’t miss out – get your €5 ticket from the SU Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm or the SU Engineering Desk Monday-Friday 11am-3pm.
SU Freshers’ Fair 11am-4pm Wednesday – All the FREE stuff!
The NUI Galway Students’ Union Freshers’ Fair 2015 will take place in Áras na Mac Léinn 11am-4pm on Wednesday 16th of September.
There will be more free stuff than you can shake a stick at including the USI Freshers’ Packs, SU Diaries, Sin Newspapers and Flirt FM Wall planners. We will have loads of companies there with freebies, giveaways and competitions. The Galway market traders will be there to keep your belly full too with crepes, pizza, sausages and sushi.
Lockers – 531 Left!
Please note that lockers are now available. You need to register online first at www.su.nuigalway.ie and your locker will be reserved for a 3 day period during which you can call up to the SU to collect your key and pay for same.
Please note that keys for lockers in Áras Moyola and the Engineering Building can only be collected at the SU Engineering Desk in the Engineering Building foyer Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.
Books – Buy & Sell
Remember we sell secondhand books to save you a bit of cash and we can also sell them on your behalf to make you some cash! Have a look at our secondhand bookshop for more information on buying or selling http://www.su.nuigalway.ie/bookstore/
Life Skills 2015 – now enrolling
The Life Skills Programme run by the Students’ Union offers a chance to further your development outside of the academic world. To book your space call up to the Students’ Union office with the course fee where applicable.
Courses on offer to students during the 2015/16 academic term include:
- Anti-Racism Training Course
- Bar Skills – COURSE FULL
- Basic Sign Language Classes
- Child Protection Training
- Occupational First Aid
- Cardiac First Responder
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Self Defence Course – COURSE FULL
- Irish
- Yoga – Beginners Course FULL
More info on all the courses is available here.
Volunteering Fair 1pm-5pm Tues 15th Sept
The NUI Galway Volunteering Fair takes place 1pm-5pm on Tuesday 15th September in Áras na Mac Léinn. There will be loads of amazing volunteering opportunities for you to choose from and your time spent volunteering will also go towards earning your Alive Certificate. The Alive Certificate is the President’s Award for Volunteering at NUI Galway and it’s a great addition to your CV. Time spent volunteering with the SU, as a Class Rep or with Clubs or Societies also counts towards your certificate.
Missed Clubs and Socs Days?
Don’t worry! You can still register to join ALL the Sports Clubs and Societies that NUI Galway has to offer by just logging on to Your Space. You can also manage your Alive Volunteering Certificate account here.
Connacht Tickets €10
We will have NUI Galway student €10 tickets on sale from Monday for the next Connacht Rugby home match against Cardiff Blues at 5pm on Saturday 3rd October.
An Afternoon With Google at NUI Galway
All students studying computer science and allied fields are welcome (from 1st year to post-grad). 1pm-5pm Tuesday 22nd September. Register HERE for your free ticket.
Competition Time – Win Two Tickets for Al Porter
If you would like to win two tickets to our Al Porter comedy gig on Monday 14th September at 8pm just email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie and tell us the name of the Students’ Union President for 2015/16. Competition closes 1pm Monday 14th September.
Student Leap Cards & ISIC Cards
The shiny new Student Leap Cards and ISIC Cards are available now from the Students’ Union office upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn between 10am and 5pm Monday to Friday. All you need to do is bring yourself, your new college ID, €15 and a smile for the photo we will take of you. These are valid until the 31st of December 2016.
Interested in making a difference? Want to get involved in something fun? Want to be part of something bigger?
Volunteer with your students Union to get involved in lots of fun activities this year. E-mail your Welfare Officer Jimmy: su.welfare@nuigalway.ie
SU Free Cloakroom
The SU Cloakroom is situated beside the SU Shop near the Bialann. The Cloakroom is FREE and is open Monday to Friday 9am – 6.30pm. Please note that we cannot accept laptops and items must be removed at the end of each day.
Class Representatives
Every class is entitled to a Class Representative to represent their class. If your class does not have a Class Rep your voice will not be heard. If you have any questions on the roles and responsibilities of a Class Rep contact the SU Vice-President/Education Officer Rebecca at su.education@nuigalway.ie. Further information regarding the role of Class Reps is also available in the SU Council section of our website here.
Sin Needs You!
The Sin newspaper editor Jessica is looking for volunteers to help out with the on campus newspaper and website during the year. If you are interested in helping drop her a line to editor@sin.ie.
Register now for the NUIG 8k for Jigsaw
The NUI Galway Kingfisher 8k walk/run/crawl in aid of Jigsaw will take place on Saturday 10th October. Early bird entry fee is just €20 and all funds raised will support mental health services for young people in Galway.
Chinese Course at NUI Galway
A 20 week evening course, An Introduction to Chinese Language and Culture, will commence in NUI Galway on Wednesday 16th September 2015. Classes will run one night a week from 7pm to 9pm. The fee is €120.00 for students. The course is designed for people with no Chinese language basics but who have a strong interest in China or who travel or do business in China.
For further details please see the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures website here or contact Suzanne Gilsenan suzanne.gilsenan@nuigalway.ie, tel. 091 494037.
Synapse Wednesday 23rd September
Synapse //a Tech Carnival, is a student organised, free one day interactive technology showcase by top companies in the Bailey Allen hall on Wednesday the 23rd of September. We have talks, discussion panels, give-a-ways, prizes and stalls from Microsoft, Google, Ericsson and many more, for full line up and free tickets go to synapsegalway.com and tweet #synapse15.
SUAS 8×8 Free Film Festival at NUI Galway
Volunteering and speaking opportunities are now available for the forthcoming 8×8 Festival. If you have a passion for global development & social justice issues, then help us spark the conversation on campus.
Takes place October 5th -9th. Contact: c.lappin1@nuigalway.ie
Suicide Awareness Week – Bring a Friend 5k Walk/Run
At 9am on Saturday 12th September Knocknacarra Parkrun will be holding a special parkrun in conjunction with parkrun HQ. It’s “Bring-A-Friend Day” so we’d love it if you brought a friend or two to join you in the walk/jog/run (you choose). We’d love it even more if you could wear something yellow as it’s Suicide Prevention Week and by wearing yellow we’re going to show our support for Pieta House and the many other organisation that help people in crisis.
Competition Time!! Get PUBLISHED in the Irish Times & win €500.
Are you a young person interested in development and global justice issues? Are you a returned volunteer with something to say? This…may be for YOU! http://www.youth.ie/eyd
Contact Us
You can contact the Students’ Union by email to studentsunion@nuigalway.ie with any questions or suggestions you may have. You can also like or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside the College Bar and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm.
Our reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.
Connacht Rugby Tickets
We are delighted to announce that we are teaming up with Connacht Rugby again for 2015/16 to offer you reduced price tickets for all their home games during the season. Tickets will be on sale from the Students’ Union office upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn Monday – Friday 10am-5pm and our desk in the Engineering Building Monday-Friday 11am-3pm.
Please note that you must have NUI Galway student ID to purchase these tickets and gain entry to the match at the Sportsground on College Road.
Home Game Schedule 2015/16:
- Connacht vs Glasgow WE WON’T BE SELLING TICKETS FOR THE SEMI-FINAL – SORRY! #cmonConnacht
Welcome to your last weekly email of the year from your Students’ Union.
Vote YES on Friday 22nd of May!
The paperwork is all done now it’s time for the real leg work to begin! If you want to make sure that the Marriage Equality Referendum passes on Friday 22nd of May here’s some ways to help:
1. Go Canvassing! Yes Equality Galway are canvassing across the city every evening and in town on the weekend. To get involved just get in touch with them or just turn up to help out.
2. Go Talking! Yes Meeting for Marriage Equality 7pm TONIGHT Thursday 7th May in Galway Arts Centre, Dominick Street. More information.
3. Go Marching! Galway will March for Marriage Equality 3pm Saturday 16th of May organised by Yes Equality. More Information
4. Go Voting! On Friday 22nd of May Polling stations will be open 7am-10pm bring your polling card and ID. Text/message/snapchat/yikyak everybody ALL DAY to make sure they have voted too!
Official results for Semester 1 and Semester 1 will be released between Tuesday, 9th and Wednesday, 17th June online. Where ‘Fail’, Absent’, ‘Incomplete’ or ‘Deferred’ appears as the Overall result on your transcript of results, you will be automatically registered to take any written modules for the Autumn repeat session of examinations. Repeat examinations are scheduled August 4th to 14th 2015.
SU Card Reminder– CASH IN YOUR POINTS NOW!
Remember to cash in any points on your SU Card and spend any balances before you leave for summer. You can access your SU Card account through the SU Website: http://www.su.nuigalway.ie/su-card
Although your card will still work in September, points cannot be carried forward to next year. If you have any queries, please contact us.
SU Second-hand Bookstore Clear-out
Just a quick reminder that you must collect any book belonging to you which are still in the SU Second-hand Bookstore before 5pm Friday May 16th 2015.
We cannot keep the books for you over the summer and any books which have not been collected by this date will be given away for free. We will be accepting books again at the end of August.
Extra Study Space 2015
Mon 4th May- Weds 13th May Arts/Science Concourse 8am-10pm
O’Flaherty Theatre, Cairnes Theatre, D’Arcy Thompson Theatre, AC201, AC202, AC203, AC204, Kirwan Theatre, Larmor Theatre, Dillon Theatre, Tyndall Theatre, McMunn Theatre
Connacht vs Ospreys Tickets €10
We now have €10 NUIG student tickets on sale for the last Connacht home match of the season against the Ospreys at 3pm Saturday 16th May.
Please note all lockers must be cleared out by Friday 15th May 2015
Please remember to drop your locker keys back to the Students’ Union Office by 5pm on Friday the 15th May 2015. Any items left in your locker after the 15th May 2015 will be disposed of.
Lockers for 2015/16 will go on sale on the SU Website at 10am on Monday 31st of August. You can book and pay online via www.su.nuigalway.ie
Celebrate Explore 12pm-1.45pm Wednesday 13th May in the Aula Maxima
Join us to experience this year’s diverse and exciting EXPLORE projects, to be inspired and to network. Email amber.walsholesen@nuigalway.ie to register.
EXPORE was launched as a joint initiative of NUI Galway and NUI Galway Students’ Union. Since then, over 500 students and staff have partnered up to deliver more than 80 innovative projects. www.su.nuigalway.ie/explore
Kickstart Your Job Search
For all final years, postgrads, and graduates 9.30am-4pm on Thursday 14th May 2015 in IT250. Lunch provided!
Advice on CV’s & Interviews, Industry Panel Experts, Careers Clinic, Guidance, Workshops etc. Find out more www.nuigalway.ie/careers
Staying in Galway for the Summer?
You will be flat out! Here’s our guide to everything going on in Galway this summer. Yay Summer!
Graduations 2015
Conferrings will take place Monday 19th – Friday 24th October (Undergrads) and Tuesday 24th-Thursday 26th November (PhDs/Postgrads)
Alive Certificates Collection
You can now collect your Alive Volunteering Certificate from the SU Office Monday-Friday 10am-12.30pm and 2pm-4.30pm.
SUSI Grant Applications now OPEN for 2015/16 Academic Year
ISIC and Student Leap Cards
Remember our office is open throughout the summer to issue ISIC Cards and Student Leap Cards. We take your photo and print them off straight away for €15.
The Human Rights Cinema, is on every Thursday at 7pm, in the Irish Centre for Human Rights.
May is the Local Filmmakers month, and we are going to be introduced to the filmography of local filmmakers that have human rights relevance.
You are all invited to this free event, this Thursday 7th of May, at 7pm, in the Irish Centre for Human Rights.
Follow the link to get more info.
Looking forward to an exciting evening celebrating local filmmakers and advocating for Human Rights!
Darkness Into Light this SATURDAY!
The walk starts at Leisureland at 4.15am on Saturday. That’s late, late Friday night! The route takes in the prom and South Park, returning to Leisureland. Please get there early, as parking will be limited and some roads will be closed off. YOU CAN STILL REGISTER AND COLLECT T-SHIRTS AT THE FOLLOWING TIMES:
TODAY Thursday (Eyre Square Centre, upstairs) 4-9pm, Friday (Leisureland lobby) 5 to 8pm, Saturday (Leisureland main hall) 3 to 3.45am (ONLY!)
Free Films at 4th REEL LIVES FILM FESTIVAL: Celebrating Ageing Across the Lifecourse
In the Irish Centre for Social Gerontology Monday 18 – Friday 22 May at 1pm each day.
One Irish short + one main feature each day. Free refreshments and spot prizes
Thurs 1pm: NUI Galway Staff Choir. Fri 4pm: Guided walking tour of Dangan with Brendan Hynes
NUIG Colour Dash
11am Sunday 21st of June in aid of Irish Cancer Society. Register Now.
Galway African Film Festival Friday 22nd May to Sunday 24th May
The 8th Galway African Film Festival (GAFF), a local event with a global flair, is back in the Houston Film School NUIG offering a unique opportunity for film lovers to view high quality films not usually available in Ireland. And all for FREE! Places are limited and strictly on a first come first served basis – so make sure you do not miss this extraordinary film experience.
For more information on listings and times, and to download your very own festival brochure, see www.galwayafricanfilmfestival.org
Are you brave enough to take on The Chilli M.E. Challenge to raise funds and awareness for myalgic encephalomyelitis?
Take a bite of a hot chilli or shot of tabasco sauce, film your funny reaction and upload it to facebook for all your friends to laugh at. Then nominate five other friends and text HOT to 50300 for a €4 donation. All funds raised go to Invest in ME.
For more information go to www.chillimechallenge.wordpress.com or to see challenges already done go to The Chilli M.E. Challenge Facebook page.
Aware Connemara Cycle Saturday 16th May
Registration is now open for the Connemara Cycle 4 Light in aid of Aware on Saturday 16th of May. There is a 65km route or a 125km route, both of which start and finish in Delphi and take in the spectacularly beautiful surrounds of Connemara, Co. Galway. More Information.
Galway Fleadh at NUI Galway seeks Musical Volunteers!
16th and 17th May Volunteers are welcome to support this event to make it an enjoyable experience for visitors to the campus. Love and appreciation of music is all you need!
To volunteer sign up online: http://www.galwayfleadh.ie/Volunteer%20form.htm Volunteers will get lots of perks for supporting the event!
Registration Open for the Salthill Devon National 5 A Side Competition
- From Monday 18th of May the SU Office will be open Monday-Friday 10am-12.30pm & 2pm-4.30pm.
- From the 1st of June the Student Health Unit will only be seeing Postgrad & Masters students. Opening hours during the summer: 09:30am-12:30pm & 2.30pm-4.30pm.
- Smokey’s Café will be open 8:30am-5:30pm Monday to Friday. Closed Saturday/Sunday.
- The Wall Café will be open 8am-8pm Monday to Friday and 9am-5:30pm Saturday/Sunday.
- The SU Shop will be open Monday-Friday 8:30am-4pm. Closed Saturday/Sunday.
- The SU Cloakroom will close at 18:30 on Wednesday 13th May and will re-open at 9am on Monday 7th September.
- The SU Engineering desk will close at 15:00 on Wednesday 13th May and will re-open at 11am on Monday 7th September.
- SUMS, The Academic Writing Centre, Computer DISC and The Hub Café are all now closed for the summer.
College starts back on Monday 7th of September for all years.
Contact Us
You can contact the Students’ Union by email to studentsunion@nuigalway.ie with any questions or suggestions you may have. You can also like or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside the College Bar and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-12.30pm & 2pm-4.30pm during the summer.
Thank You!
We would just like to thank everyone for a great year and remember that the current SU Officers are still working for you until the 30th of June. The newly elected officers will take up office on the 1st of July. We hope you all have a great summer.
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
VOTE TODAY 11am-4pm in Smokey’s
Elect your SU Mature Students’ Officer, Convenor of the College of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences and Clubs’ Captain TODAY 11am-4pm in Smokey’s Café. NUI Galway ID required.
Please note that only Clubs’ Captains can vote in the Clubs Captain election and only students from the School of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences can elect their convenor. All registered students can vote in the Mature Students Officer election. If you registered for a Remote Vote please log in to the SU Website between 11am and 4pm to cast your vote.
Extra Study Space 2015
- Sat 18th & Sun 19th April
Engineering Building 8am-10pm
ENG2002, ENG2003, ENG2033, ENG2034, ENG2035, ENG3035, ENG3036, ENGG017 & ENGG018
- Study Week Mon 20th April – Sun 26th April 2015
Engineering Building 8am-10pm
ENG2001, ENG2002, ENG2003, ENG2033, ENG2034, ENG2035, ENG3035, ENG3036, ENGG017 & ENGG018
Arts/Science Concourse 8am-11pm
O’Flaherty Theatre, Cairnes Theatre, D’Arcy Thompson Theatre, AC201, AC202, AC203, AC204, Kirwan Theatre, Larmor Theatre, Dillon Theatre
Áras Uí Chathail Theatre
Mon 20th April-Sun 26th April 8am-11pm (excluding Saturday 25th April Open Day)
Connacht vs Glasgow Tickets €10
We now have €10 NUIG Student tickets on sale in the SU for the Connacht vs Glasgow match on Saturday 25th April at 1.05pm in the Sports ground.
Please note all lockers must be cleared out by Friday 15th May 2015
Please remember to drop your locker keys back to the Students’ Union Office by 5pm on Friday the 15th May 2015. Any items left in your locker after the 15th May 2015 will be disposed of.
Register to Vote to #MakeGráTheLaw on 22nd May
If you missed our Voter Registration Drive fear not! We will still have the forms up here in the SU Office for you to fill out and get stamped at the Garda Station. You have until the 5th of May to register for the Supplementary Register.
The deadline to register for a Postal Vote is Saturday 25th April.
Exam De-Stress Programme: 20th April-8th May 2015
Massage, Soccer, Reflexology, Acupuncture, Meditation, Breakfast in a Bag and more!
For information or to book an appointment email destressbooking@nuigalway.ie
Upcoming Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Workshops
Please find below dates for upcoming ASIST Workshops organised by the HSE in the West of Ireland. For further information on the courses or to book a place contact Mary O’Sullivan, Resource Officer for Suicide Prevention HSE West on mary.osullivan@hse.ie or 091 560182.
- 22nd -23rd April Ballinasloe
- 23rd-24th April Ballaghaderreen
- 29th-30th April GMIT
- 6th-7th May Newman Institute, Ballina
- 14th-15th May Esker, Athenry
- 10th-11th June Westport
The SUSI Grant Application System will open on 23 April, 2015
SUSI will open its online grant application system for the 2015/16 academic year on Thursday, 23 April, 2015, two weeks earlier than last year.
Information on grant eligibility and how to apply is available at the SUSI website www.susi.ie
Before making an application, students are encouraged to refer to the http://www.susi.ie/Should-I-apply/General-criteria.aspx. and to use the http://www.susi.ie/Should-I-apply/Eligibility-Reckoner.aspx provided on the SUSI website.
Want to earn €10?
We are running a driving study using our brand new simulator all this week and next in the Arts Millennium Building Extension. It takes just under 1 hour to complete, and will involve a number of simple drives using the simulator and a few short questionnaires in between. You will receive €10 payment for taking part!
To do so, you need a full, Irish driving license, to be aged between 18-24, have insurance and use a smartphone. To arrange a time slot, please contact Aoife at a.kervick1@nuigalway.ie. Testing times in the evening and on weekends can also be arranged. Thank you!
Undergraduate Awards Deadline 29th May
There are now just SEVEN WEEKS until the deadline for the Undergraduate Awards!
To be in with a chance to win a Gold Medal, have your work published in an academic journal, attend the exclusive UA Global Summit for free, and be recognised as the best in your field, all you have to do is submit your coursework for free online. It couldn’t be easier! If you place in the top 10% in your category, you receive a Highly Commended certificate which looks great on any CV and is internationally recognised – as well as the opportunity to attend the UA Global Summit and take part in our global alumni network. Any questions, check out the website – www.undergraduateawards.com – or email info@undergraduateawards.com
It’s free to enter, it’s completely anonymous, and you’ve already done the work – you have nothing to lose!
Galway 2020 Speak Out Events!
Galway 2020 European Capital of Culture will have their next public Galway 2020 speak outs on Inis Mór today Thursday the 16th of April, Inis Oírr on Friday 17th of April and Ballybane on Thursday 23rd April. Please spread the word and come along with any inspiring ideas & visions you may have for Galway 2020! To register to speak or for more information contact info@galway2020.ie
The Ideas Collective: making change happen
Do you have a great idea? Want to act for a better world?
The Ideas Collective is an exciting new opportunity for ambitious young people who are looking to develop their own skills and knowledge while making a positive impact on communities. Participants will learn about how change happens locally and globally. On the programme you will be supported to bring your idea for social change or environmental sustainability to life.
More information at www.stand.ie/ideas
Win €10,000 for your App, Product or Service Idea!
The Ireland Funds Business Plan Competition invites university/college students and recent graduates from across Ireland and Northern Ireland to submit their business ideas for a chance to win up to €10,000, as well as mentoring and other supports for their business ideas. Applicants with existing start-up’s are eligible to enter, as long as the applicants themselves meet the above criteria.
Applications can be submitted online at www.theirelandfunds.org/bpc by 1st May 2015.
Photo Competition
Fascination of Plants Day is a global initiative with events held in over 50 countries to promote the importance of plants at many levels. There will be a number of events in Ireland (see http://fascinationofplants.blogspot.ie for more details of events in Ireland) including a photo competition (there were over 360 submissions in 2013!). Entries are invited from anyone in Ireland (the winners will receive tickets to Bloom).
Submit your best photos of plants:
- E-mail your images (maximum 2 per person) as an attachment to fascinatingplants@nuigalway.ie with ‘Plant photo’ as the subject
- Deadline: April 25th 2015-03-12 Include: image title(s), your contact details, and date of birth (if under 18).
In this month’s NUI Galway Student Health 101
Run for your life (literally) – You gave us 7 ways fitness fixes (almost) everything
Scrambled, fried, or chocolate? How do you prefer your eggs?
Find out more – and enter the April draw for €750 in NUI Galway Student Health 101:
http://readsh101.ie/nuigalway.html
The Geec Launch 12pm-2pm Tues 21st April at Engineering Building
On 21 April, 2015, we will launch the Galway energy-efficient car – the Geec – nationally before we ship it to Rotterdam for Shell Eco-marathon Europe in May. Dr James Browne, President of NUI Galway, will join us as we unveil the new and improved Geec 1.1. We will present the engineering and driving team, reveal results of energy-efficiency testing, and share our enthusiasm for this project with anybody who would like to learn about it.
Finally, we will be taking the opportunity to say a big thank you to all of the technical and academic staff who helped with this, and all of our partners and supporters. We are delighted to let you know that Eoin McKeon, Connacht Rugby number 8, and recent NUIG Mechanical Engineering Graduate, will be unveiling the Geec at our launch. Come along to wish all the ‘all the best’ to the Geec before it takes off to the Shell Eco-marathon in Rotterdam. All are welcome. NUI Galway Eco-Marathon Team
J.A.M forum is an online platform whereby international students and students interested in learning languages can interact and liaise with one another. It acts as an opportunity for students to arrange language lessons, as well as being a social outlet.
Join the NUI Galway Clubs and Societies in opposing the proposed N6 Galway City Transport Project.
Sign the petition here.
Exam Timetables now available online HERE.
Semester 2 exams are scheduled for Monday, 27th April to Wednesday, 13th May 2015 (inclusive). Students are expected to be available for exams for the entire duration of the exam session.
1. Check your personal exam timetable online
2. Also check the Amendments webpage regularly as examination dates/times may change up to the day of your exam.
3. If your timetable is incorrect or you do not have a timetable, please consult the Frequently Asked Questions online before visiting the Student Information Desk in Áras Uí Chathail (Ground Floor).
If you have accessed your Timetable & you experience the following (1) cannot see your modules (2) some modules showing and other modules missing, please contact sid@nuigalway.ie with your missing modules I.e. course instance code, module code and student ID and we can schedule you for late entry seating or alternatively call in to SID Aras Ui Chathail between 9am-12:30pm & 2pm- 4 pm to be scheduled.
Buildings Office Customer Satisfaction Survey 2015
Thank you to all who participated. Congratulations to the winners of our draw for €50 SU vouchers:Laura Henry and Sorcha O’Mahony.
Darkness Into Light 2015 Pop Up Registration Shop
This Friday 5pm-9pm and Saturday 10am-6pm in the Eyre Square Centre you can register for Darkness Into Light in person, collect your t-shirt or pick up a sponsorship card. Avoid the last minute rush on the night of the event!
Contact Us
You can contact the Students’ Union by email to studentsunion@nuigalway.ie with any questions or suggestions you may have. You can also like or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside the College Bar and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm.
Our reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
Vote for us please!
NUI Galway Students’ Union has been nominated for a few awards in the Online Marketing in Galway awards this year including Best Website, Best Social Media and the People’s Choice Award.
The People’s Choice Award is where we need your help as you can vote with just one click of your mouse if you think we deserve this honour. Please give us a vote at the link below and spread the word as we are up against some very tough competition!
http://www.galwaymarketing.ie/nominees/
The deadline to vote is 5pm Monday 30th March.
FREE Comedy gig with The Viper, Eric Lalor, Karl Spain & Hilary Rose on Wednesday
Sign up for your FREE Tickets now to the Sprite #RefreshingTruth comedy tour which will be at NUI Galway on Wednesday 25th of March! The comedians on the tour are: Hilary Rose, The Viper, Eric Lalor and Karl Spain. Get FREE tickets here.
Semester 2 Exams
The Semester 2 exam timetable will be available online at 4pm on Monday 30th March.
David O’Doherty Tickets on Sale Now €5!
David O’Doherty is coming back to NUIG to tell us how he has Checked Everything on Monday 13th April at 8pm in the O’Flaherty Theatre. Tickets are just €5 and are on sale from the SU Office and the SU Engineering Building Desk.
We need 3 more SU Officers!
We are still looking for a Mature Students Officer, a Convenor of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences and a Clubs’ Captain to join the Students’ Union team for 2015/16.
Nominations for these 3 positions will reopen at 10am on Monday 23rd March and close at 5pm on Wednesday 8th April. The election will take place on Thursday 16th April.
Give us a shout on studentsunion@nuigalway.ie if you would like more information.
Watch the Solar Eclipse TOMORROW at 9am
Meet at 9am tomorrow Friday 20th March at the Quad to watch the Solar Eclipse safely and find out what it’s all about with NUI Galway Astronomy Society.
Do you know how to make Galway a better place?
Register now to Speak Out and share your ideas 7pm-8.15pm Thursday 19th March in Galway Arts Centre.
Why? Galway’s bid for European Capital of Culture 2020 requires that re-imagine our future. How can we transform Galway? Share your ideas!
How: Register to speak for three minutes about your ideas for Galway’s future. Bring up to three slides or just your words.
Register at: info@galway2020.ie or tweet @galway2020
Alive Cert Application Deadline 5pm TOMORROW
The deadline to apply for your Alive Volunteering Certificate is 5pm tomorrow. Make sure that your efforts are recognised. The Awards Ceremony is on Tuesday 31st March. Just login at www.yourspace.nuigalway.ie and go to the ALIVE Certificate application section.
Could you be a Mentor in 2015/16?
NUI Galway are currently recruiting volunteer mentors for NUIG’s Student Connect Programme. Online application deadline Weds 25th March.
The key benefits of this programme for Mentors are:
All volunteers receive an ALIVE Certificate at the end of the Programme
Develop communication and leadership skills through training and interaction with mentees.
Enhanced employability attributes
The opportunity to meet new people and make friends
Personal satisfaction and the chance to share your knowledge and experience with new arrivals
If you are interested in applying, the form is available at: http://vovici.com/wsb.dll/s/2e2cg57e8c and will be open until Wednesday, 25th March.
Are you an undergraduate student? Over the age of 18? Who experiences anxiety in social situations?
If you are interested in taking part in a confidential 10 minute online survey examining the impact of Social Anxiety on daily living activities and academic activities in undergraduates or would like further information contact k.dillane1@nuigalway.ie (4th year Occupational Therapy student) or access the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNDMHVJ
Survey on attitudes toward Organ Donation
Please complete this survey on attitudes amongst University students to organ donation: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/organdonation11
Sin Newspaper
Issue 11 of Sin Newspaper is now available online here.
Rails Girls need Volunteers
Ever felt the stereotypes and prejudices that keep more women from entering IT a little overwhelming? want to contribute to change this trend? you can volunteer to co-organise and/or coach during a 2-days workshop that will allow women to easily build a web application, demystifying the “coding” activity. the workshop has been running since 2013 and is part of the “Rails Girls” [1] movement, successful worldwide. If interested in coaching, please provide your 2-days availability at http://doodle.com/7hsnhqundt4rcmq6 If interested in co-organising, you can pick up a task from the list [2]. In both cases, just let us know your intentions at railsgirlsgalway@gmail.com
[1] http://railsgirls.com/galway
[2] https://www.dropbox.com/s/j2kssy6o9c2xsea/co-organisers_tasks.pdf“
In this week’s NUI Galway Student Health 101..
Cherish your sleep: How to take back the night
Would you rather have 100 puppy-sized lions or 100 lion-sized puppies?
Everyone’s issue: How we can all help prevent sexual assault
Find out more – and enter the March draw for €2350- in NUI Galway Student Health 101:http://readsh101.ie/nuigalway.html
‘Seas Suas’ is an initiative aimed to encourage students to be proactive in helping fellow students
The objective of the programme is to:
$1· Encourage students to be more observant of fellow students in need of help
$1· Develop skills to respond safely
Date: Thursday 19th March
Time: 5 – 7pm Location: RoomGO11James Hardiman Library
Topic: Introduction to Seas Suas
Trainer: Dr Siobhan O’Higgins, PhD , School of Psychology, NUI Galway
The training examines topics such as mental health, alcohol, sexuality and suicide. What are the benefits of being involved in Seas Suas?
$1· Gain valuable experience and knowledge, and learn new skills
$1· Contributes positively to your CV and future employment prospects
$1· Receive the ALIVE certificate awarded by the President of NUI Galway
$1· Application forms and further information are available from the Chaplaincy Services, NUI Galway chaplains@nuigalway.ie or phone 091 49 5055
Would you like to win an iPad and help improve mental health supports for students?
ReachOut Ireland, the HSE and the Irish Association of University and College Counsellors (IAUCC), are conducting a short online survey to find out where college students get mental health information and support. The survey is supported by the Union of Students in Ireland.
Take part and have your say! reachout.com/about/student-survey-research
The Irish Centre for Human Rights presents “Witness”
The Irish Centre for Human Rights, will host a rehearsed performance out of context, dealing with human rights & humanitarian law issues. The play “WITNESS” performed by Andrea Kelly, will take place on Friday, the 27th of March 2015, MRI Theatre of NUIG, at 4:00pm.
This play asks the question:
CAN WE BEAR WITNESS TO OTHERS SUFFERING AND EXPERIENCE?
All are welcome! Free entrance! For further information please follow the link: www.facebook.com/events/722483667871899/
The NUI Galway Green Campus team have 10 Leap cards pre-loaded with €5 credit up for grabs!
Just email greencampus@nuigalway.ie to enter the draw. Winners will be contacted on Friday 20th March. Best of luck!
#NUIGSU15 Election Results so far
Congratulations to the newly elected NUI Galway Students’ Union officers who will take up office on the 1st of July. They are:
President: Phelim Kelly
Vice-President/Education Officer: Rebecca Melvin
Vice-President/Welfare Officer: Jimmy McGovern
SU Council Chair: Cathal Sherlock
Oifigeach na Gaeilge: Lucy Costello
Equality Officer: Catherine Ryan
Societies Chair: Patrick O’Flaherty
Postgraduate Officer: Cian Moran
Arts Convenor: Jasmine Shaw
Science Convenor: Tara Ward
Engineering Convenor: David Newell
Business/Law Convenor: Niall Gaffney
Connacht Rugby Tickets Ulster Match
Connacht vs Ulster NUIG Student Tickets €15 (College Road Stand) on sale now from the SU Office and Engineering Desk. Kick-off is 14:40 Saturday 11th April.
Contact Us
You can contact the Students’ Union by email to studentsunion@nuigalway.ie with any questions or suggestions you may have. You can also like or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside the College Bar and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm.
Our reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.