Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
Happy Christmas!
Our Charity Christmas Day fundraiser takes place TODAY from 12pm in the College Bar in association with BizSoc in aid of Console and BeLonGTo. There will be a full Christmas dinner served from 12pm, Christmas carols at 1pm and DJ Byrno from 3pm onwards to jingle all the way!
SU Enterprise Awards 2015 – Now Open! Deadline Fri 28th November
The SU Enterprise Awards are now accepting applications and there is a €23,000 prize fund up for grabs! If you have a great idea for a business or a social enterprise make sure you get your entry in early. Closing date for entries is 5pm Friday 28th November.
NUI Galway Christmas Exams 2014
The Christmas Exams will take place from Monday 8th December to Monday 19th December. Exam Timetables are now available online Please check your timetable very carefully to make sure that all of your subjects are there and that there are no clashes.
We have partnered with City Direct Bus Company to provide buses to the two exam venues in Salthill at Leisureland and the Galway Bay Hotel. This service will run three times a day during the exams and costs €2 per journey.
Need Help…
- With Maths? Support for Undergraduate Maths Students
- With Writing? Academic Writing Centre
- With Programming? ComputerDISC
- With Other Subjects? The SU Grinds Register
Exam De-Stress Programme 24th Nov – 12th Dec
Wouldn’t a massage feel great? Or maybe some relaxing reflexology or an amazing acupuncture treatment? The Exam De-stress Programme offers you subsidised de-stressing treatments in the Wellness Centre, back of the Hub, Áras na Mac Léinn. It all starts Monday 24th November and runs for 3 weeks. You can see all the details at this link. To make a booking email destressbooking@nuigalway.ie.
Connacht Rugby NUIG Student Tickets on Sale Now:
- Connacht vs Zebre 7.35pm Friday 21st November 2014 €10
- Connacht vs Scarlets 7.30pm Saturday 29th November 2014 €10
Tickets available from SU Office (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm) and SU Engineering Desk (Mon-Fri 11am-3pm).
Capture Your Campus Calendar On Sale Now
The 2015 calendar, featuring the winning photos from the EXPLORE Capture Your Campus (CYC) photo competition, is now available. Priced at €5 only, all proceeds go to Students’ Union charities: Console and BelonGTo. You can buy a copy from the SU Office or Shop now.
Hardiman Research Scholarships – Applications Close TOMORROW
We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2015 Hardiman Research Scholarships and Dr Tony Ryan Research Scholarships for PhD students. There is also a ‘Cancer Care West’ Hardiman Research scholarship available in the area of surgical oncology or radiation oncology. Applications Close 5pm Friday 21st November.
All information relating to these scholarships will be posted HERE
1pm TODAY Thursday 20th November in The Cube, Áras na Mac Léinn – Spoken Word performance presented by young actors from the NUI Galway Centre for Theatre and Performance.
Mature Students Officer
Please note that the SU Mature Students Officer, Michelle Mitchell, will have an open clinic every Wednesday morning 10am-12pm in the Students’ Union office every week. You can also reach her by email on su.maturestudents@nuigalway.ie
Upcoming Class Reps Meetings
6pm Monday 24th November SU Council in IT250 – All Class Reps Should Attend! After the meeting we will be heading to the College Bar for the Class Reps Christmas party!
NUI Galway Women’s Rugby Quiz Night 27th November
The Women’s Rugby team are holding a fundraising quiz night on Thursday 27th November. Kick-off is at 8pm in Crowes Bar, Prospect Hill, Bohermore. Many spot prizes to be won. Finger food on the night provided by Crowes Bar.
Galway Science and Technology Festival Sunday 23rd November
This Sunday the university is hosting the largest Science Festival in Europe. Following two weeks promoting science in schools throughout the county, the festival is culminating in a final day event in the university. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help participate in the prestigious event. For further information there will be a volunteer welcome meeting on today from 4.00 – 5.00 & 5.00 – 6.00 in The Stage (Beside the Bailey Allen Hall) or you can email alive@nuigalway.ie
Recycling Drive Monday 24th November
There will be a Recycling Drive in Aid of MYaware 12pm-4pm on Monday 24th November at Smokey’s Café as part of a Skills for Work Life project. Please bring any unwanted: clothes, textiles, bags, soft toys, mobiles phones. All items donated are either reused or (if damaged or stained) recycled into products like carpet underlay or home insulation. Nothing goes to landfill.
Galway Rape Crisis Centre 30th Anniversary Walk Saturday 6th December 2014
Join Galway Rape Crisis to mark 30 Years of Healing and hope for survivors of sexual abuse and violence. Begins at 3pm from the Spanish Arch and ends at Blackrock. For information and registration visit www.galwayrcc.org
Full Registration Fee €30. Reduced Registration Fee for Students & OAP €15.
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.
Mental Health Week Events 2014
Monday 17th November
12pm-3pm #NUIGColourForChange with Zenith Hairdressing 12pm-3pm in Smokey’s
Dye a strand of your hair to support the campaign!
8pm NUI Galway SU Comedy Presents Panti: High Heels in Low Places, O’Flaherty Theatre 8pm. Tickets €5
Tuesday 18th November
12.30pm Console QPR Training Launch in the View
6pm Refresher Sesh party for 1st years in the College Bar with the Student Connect Mentors and the SU Welfare Crew
Wednesday 19th November
11am-3pm #NUIGChatsForChange packs at Smokey’s
11am-1pm Skills For Work’s Marshmallow Eating Competition at Smokeys #NUIGChallengeForChange
12pm-3pm Puppy Therapy room with MADRA in the Welness Centre, The Hub, Áras na Mac Léinn
6pm Skills For Work’s Please Talk Charity Leg Wax in the College Bar #NUIGChallengeForChange
7.30pm YFG Panel Discussion: “Mental Health Removing the Stigma – A discussion on the promotion of positive mental health. Understanding mental health issues and highlighting the services available” in AC204
Thursday 20th November
9am-5pm Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) with HeadsUp – COURSE FULL
10:30am Christmas Morning Charity Swim with BizSoc in Salthill #NUIGChallengeForChange
12pm onwards Christmas Day Charity Fundraiser in the College Bar with BizSoc in aid of Console & BeLonG To
Friday 21st November
9am-5pm Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) with HeadsUp – COURSE FULL
For more information on these events please contact the SU Welfare Officer Aoife on su.welfare@nuigalway.ie
NUI Galway Students’ Union Christmas Day comes early again this year!
We are holding a massive Christmas Day fundraiser in the College Bar with BizSoc on Thursday 20th of November to raise money for Console and BeLonG To. There will be a traditional Christmas dinner, carols, cheesy Christmas tunes with DJ Byrno and lots of prizes for the best/worst Christmas jumpers along with a whole lot of other Festive merriment! Get your tinsel, mistletoe and jumper ready now!
Santa also needs some helper volunteers to assist with the fundraising on the day so if you have an hour or two to spare between 11am and 6pm on Thursday 20th November email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie to sign up and you will definitely be on Santa’s nice list this year.
The official after party (the Christmas Day Superclub) sees Electric Garden & Theatre and 44 Club Galway combining on the night to continue the Yuletide vibes, wristbands will be on sale in advance and on-the-day for the after party.
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
The Big Fat Charity Table Quiz In aid of Console and BeLonG To
7.30pm Tuesday 11thNovember in the College Bar. First Prize: €200 CASH MONEY!
Table of Four €20 – Sign up in the SU Office NOW! Limited spaces.15 Rounds of Questions compiled by the 15 SU Officers. Free finger food and Spot Prizes for Best Team Name, Best Dressed Team and some other stuff we haven’t thought of yet!
Panti Bliss Gig & Book Signing Monday 17th November €5
Join National F*&%king Treasure, Performance Legend and Accidental Activist – Panti Bliss – in her hit comedy High Heels in Low Places, as she hitches up her skirt and hitchhikes to NUI Galway this November. Panti will be glamming up the O’Flaherty Theatre on Monday 17th November at 8pm. After the show she will be signing (and selling) copies of her autobiography “Woman in the Making”.
Tickets €5 from the Students’ Union Office and the SU Engineering Desk
SU Enterprise Awards 2015 – Now Open! Deadline Fri 28th November
The SU Enterprise Awards are now accepting applications and there is a €23,000 prize fund up for grabs! If you have a great idea for a business or a social enterprise make sure you get your entry in early. Closing date for entries is 5pm Friday 28th November.
SU Life Skills Programme Update
Upcoming courses we now have spaces in this semester are:
- Child Protection Course Saturday 15th November 9.30am-1.30pm €15 – 10 Spaces Left
- ASIST Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training 2 Day Course 9am-5.30pm Thursday 20th & Friday 21st November €10 Deposit – 2 spaces left
Connacht Rugby Tickets
We now have €10 NUIG student tickets on sale for the Connacht vs Zebre match at 7.35pm on Friday 21st November. Tickets available from SU Office (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm) and SU Engineering Desk (Mon-Fri 11am-3pm).
Mature Students Officer Clinic
Please note that the SU Mature Students Officer, Michelle Mitchell, will have an open clinic every Wednesday morning 10am-12pm in the Students’ Union office every week. You can also reach her by email on su.maturestudents@nuigalway.ie
Upcoming Class Reps Meetings
- Monday 10th November 6pm Science Council in AC216.
- Wednesday 12th November 6pm Health Sciences Council in MY337.
- Wednesday 12th November 6pm Arts Council in AC204.
If you have any queries about Class Reps please email Phelim on su.education@nuigalway.ie
Christmas Day
Date for you diaries: NUI Galway Students’ Union Christmas Day Thursday 20th November. Raising money for Console and BeLonG To.
Movember at NUI Galway
Calling all NUIG Mo Bro’s & Mo Sista’s, who doesn’t love to grow a moustache? Movember’s just started and if you have any interest in joining the NUIG team we will be glad to have you!
Find more information on the Facebook pageand even if you don’t want to get involved don’t hesitate to give us a like!
Calling all Champion Commuters!
Transport for Ireland are looking for nominations for superstars of buses, trains, trams, taxis, walking and cycling. There are some great prizes on offer and the deadline is November 17th. Best of luck. Apply here!
1pm-2pm TODAY Thursday 6th November in The Cube, Áras na Mac Léinn with The Begley Family: Breanndán Begley, Cormac Begley and Clíodhna Begley.
“Investigating the Tuam Mothers and Babies Home: A Question of Human Rights”
On Monday 10 November, the Irish Centre for Human Rights will convene a public seminar, “Investigating the Tuam Mothers and Babies Home: A Question of Human Rights”. Speakers will include Catherine Corless (keynote speaker), Kevin Higgins, Professor Michael O’Flaherty of the Irish Centre for Human Rights and Tanya Ward, Children’s Rights Alliance. The event will be chaired by Mark Kelly, Irish Council for Civil Liberties. The seminar will run from 5 to 7pm at NUI Galway MRI Annex- MRA201. All are welcome.
Have you heard about Student Health 101, the new online magazine for students, with great articles, cooking and fitness videos, and a chance to win €750?
The November issue has some great articles including:
– The job problem: How learning to lead can help you succeed
– Understanding depression: A student’s journey
– Beyond pregnancy prevention: A custom guide to birth control
– And much more…Check it out – http://readsh101.ie/nuigalway.html .
Would you like to learn how to help prevent suicide?
You are invited to apply for a place on an upcoming safeTALK suicide alertness course being held on campus. Open to students and staff.
- What is safeTALK? safeTALK prepares participants to identify persons with thoughts of suicide and connect them to suicide first aid resources. The course is free, and participants will receive a certificate of attendance. Numbers are limited.
- When is it taking place? Thursday, 13th November, 6:30 – 9:30pm
- How do I apply? Email cindy.dring@nuigalway.iefor an application form and further information.
Free Help with Essays Over the Phone: A Service for All NUI Galway Distance Learners (including students of St Angela’s College)
If you are unable to come to campus, the Academic Writing Centre can still help you with your writing. Book an appointment HERE.We will phone you at the appointed time (1pm or 1.30 pm on Monday and Wednesday).
NUI Galway Science Week 10th-15th November
Need Help…
- With Maths? Support for Undergraduate Maths Students
- With Writing? Academic Writing Centre
- With Programming? ComputerDISC
- With Other Subjects? The SU Grinds Register
SU Charities for 2014/15 – want to help us?
For the 2014/15 academic year we will be fundraising for Console and BeLonG To. Console is a national organisation supporting people in suicidal crisis and those bereaved by suicide through professional counselling, support and helpline services. BeLongTo support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in Ireland. If you want to volunteer to help out with our fundraising events or have an idea for an event please email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Want to volunteer in India next summer?
Suas invites you to apply for the 2015 Volunteer Programme. Suas Volunteers teach English to underprivileged children for ten weeks, alongside local teachers in under-resourced communities.
Find out more and apply online at www.suas.ie/volunteer-overseas or email vp@suas.ie for more information.
Balls 2014/15
Wednesday 19th November Science Ball – Physics Society
Friday 19th December Medicine Ball – Medicine Society
Wednesday 28th January 2015 Commerce Ball – Business Society
TBC Wednesday 4th February 2015 Law Ball – Law Society
Wednesday 4th February 2015 Engineering & Nursing Ball – Engineering Society
Friday 13th February Masquerade Ball – Italian Society
Tuesday 31st March 2015 Societies Awards – Societies Office
TBC 2015 Arts Ball – Cumann Staire
TBC 2015 Postgrad Ball – Micro Soc
TBC 2015 Sports Awards – Sports Unit
Run for Ger
Geraldine Lavelle, a 27-year-old NUI Galway graduate, is recovering from serious injuries sustained in a cycling accident last October. On Sunday 16th of November at 11am there will be a fundraising walk/run at NUI Galway to help raise funds for her rehabilitation. You can sign up online to take part now for just €10 here.
If you thought November in Galway was going to be quiet..think again!
- Galway Restaurant Week 3rd – 9th November
- Tulca Visual Arts Festival 7th – 23rd November
- Galway Design Week 10th – 17th November
- Galway Science & Technology Festival 10th – 23rd November
- Galway Junior Film Fleadh 12th – 15th November
- Connacht Rugby vs Zebre Friday 21st November €10 NUIG Student tickets on sale now
- Galway Christmas Market 21st November – 22nd December
- Connacht Rugby vs Scarlets Saturday 29th November
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.
NUI Galway Students’ Union presents: The Big Fat Charity Table Quiz In aid of Console and BeLonG To
7.30pm Tuesday 11thNovember in the College Bar
First Prize: €200 CASH MONEY!
Table of Four €20 – Sign up in the SU Office NOW! Limited spaces.
15 Rounds of Questions compiled by the 15 SU Officers.
Free finger food and Spot Prizes for Best Team Name, Best Dressed Team and some other stuff we haven’t thought of yet!
For the 2014/15 academic year we will be fundraising for Console and BeLonG To. Console is a national organisation supporting people in suicidal crisis and those bereaved by suicide through professional counselling, support and helpline services. BeLongTo support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in Ireland.
If you want to volunteer to help out with our fundraising events or have an idea for an event please email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
Deadline for EXPLORE Innovation funding: this Wednesday, 5 November 2014
Want to work in partnership with staff to turn an innovative idea into reality? Make sure to submit an application to EXPLORE by Wed, 5 November. Up to €900 available per project. Find out more and apply at www.su.nuigalway.ie/explore. Contact the EXPLORE Coordinator at the Students’ Union if you’ve any questions at amber.walsholesen@nuigalway.ie or 091 494290
NUI Galway, your National F*&%king Treasure is coming to you!
Join National F*&%king Treasure, Performance Legend and Accidental Activist – Panti Bliss – in her hit comedy High Heels in Low Places, as she hitches up her skirt and hitchhikes to NUI Galway this November. Panti will be glamming up the O’Flaherty Theatre on Monday 17th November at 8pm.
Tickets €5 from the Students’ Union Office and the SU Engineering Desk (NUIG Student ID Required)
SU Life Skills Programme Update
Upcoming courses we still have spaces in this semester are:
- 3 Day Occupational First Aid Course (Friday 31st Oct, Friday 7th Nov & Friday 14th Nov) Cost: €100 (usually €160)
- Anti-Racism Training Course Thursday 6th November 10am-1.30pm Cost: €5
Sin Issue 4
The spooky Halloween special issue of Sin newspaper is out now and you can read it online here.
Support Galway’s Bid to become European Youth Capital
Galway is in the final four cities hoping to be named European Youth Capital for 2017. On the 19th of November we will find out if we have won this honour! Please support the bid by liking the Facebook Page and following us on Twitter.
Upcoming Class Reps Meetings
- Monday 3rd November 2pm Postgrad Council in the SU Office
- Monday 3rd November 6pm SU Council in IT250. ALL CLASS REPS MUST ATTEND.
- Tuesday 4th November 6pm Class Reps Training in IT250 (For those who missed October training)
- Wednesday 5th November 6pm Engineering Council in ENG2003 Lecture Room 2
- Thursday 6th November 6pm Law/Commerce Council in AC204
If you have any queries about Class Reps please email Phelim on su.education@nuigalway.ie
Perspectives on International Volunteering in Higher Education – Free Conference Sat 29th November.
The UCD International Student Volunteering Conference welcomes all students to this free day to learn, develop & network! NUI Galway students attending this conference can have their Bus ticket refunded. Email alive@nuigalway.ie BEFORE buying your bus ticket to receive the ALIVE okay. To register for the conference click here.
Connacht Rugby Tickets
We now have €10 NUIG student tickets on sale for the Connacht vs Zebre match at 7.35pm on Friday 21st November. Tickets available from SU Office (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm) and SU Engineering Desk (Mon-Fri 11am-3pm).
Free Microsoft Office
All NUI Galway students are now entitled to Microsoft Office as part of the university’s agreement with Microsoft. Further information is available HERE.
Galway Junior Film Fleadh Needs Volunteers
If you are free to help out at any time between the 12th and the 15th of November then Galway Junior Film Fleadh would love you to get in touch! More information.
Need Help…
- With Maths? Support for Undergraduate Maths Students
- With Writing? Academic Writing Centre
- With Programming? ComputerDISC
- With Other Subjects? The SU Grinds Register
SU Enterprise Awards 2015 – Now Open!
The SU Enterprise Awards are now accepting applications and there is a €23,000 prize fund up for grabs! If you have a great idea for a business or a social enterprise make sure you get your entry in early. Closing date for entries is 5pm Friday 28th November.
SU Charities for 2014/15 – want to help us?
For the 2014/15 academic year we will be fundraising for Console and BeLonG To. Console is a national organisation supporting people in suicidal crisis and those bereaved by suicide through professional counselling, support and helpline services. BeLongTo support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in Ireland. If you want to volunteer to help out with our fundraising events or have an idea for an event please email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Run for Ger
Geraldine Lavelle, a 27-year-old NUI Galway graduate, is recovering from serious injuries sustained in a cycling accident last October. On Sunday 16th of November at 11am there will be a fundraising walk/run at NUI Galway to help raise funds for her rehabilitation. You can sign up online to take part now for just €10 here.
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.
NUI Galway, your National F*&%king Treasure is coming to you!
Join National F*&%king Treasure, Performance Legend and Accidental Activist – Panti Bliss – in her hit comedy High Heels in Low Places, as she hitches up her skirt and hitchhikes to NUI Galway this November.
Panti will be glamming up the O’Flaherty Theatre on Monday 17th November at 8pm.
Tickets €5 from the Students’ Union Office and the SU Engineering Desk (NUIG Student ID Required) ON SALE TUESDAY 28th OCTOBER!
Postgrad Karaoke
Our Postgrad Karaoke night is back in the College Bar this Friday 24th October from 8pm with loads of great prizes for singers – regardless of their talent!
New courses added to SU Life Skills programme: Barista Skills and Child Protection Training.
More information is available on our website here: here.
Upcoming courses we still have spaces in this semester are:
- 3 Day Occupational First Aid Course (Friday 31st Oct, Friday 7th Nov & Friday 14th Nov) Cost: €100 (usually €160)
- Anti-Racism Training Course Thursday 6th November 10am-1.30pm Cost: €5
- Barista Course Friday 5th Dec. Cost: €10 and all proceeds go to SU Charities Console & BeLonG To
- Child Protection Training Course Friday 14th or Saturday 15th November (TBC) Cost: €15 Please see the registration link. For further information please email alive@nuigalway.ie
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: Wed, 5 Nov 2014. Find out more and apply at www.su.nuigalway.ie/explore
SU Enterprise Awards 2015 – Now Open!
The SU Enterprise Awards are now accepting applications and there is a €23,000 prize fund up for grabs! If you have a great idea for a business or a social enterprise make sure you get your entry in early. Closing date for entries is 5pm Friday 28th November.
SU Charities for 2014/15 – want to help us?
Every year the Students’ Union selects charities that benefit from its fundraising initiatives. For the 2014/15 academic year we will be fundraising for Console and BeLonG To. Console is a national organisation supporting people in suicidal crisis and those bereaved by suicide through professional counselling, support and helpline services. BeLongTo support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in Ireland.
If you want to volunteer to help out with our fundraising events or have an idea for an event please email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Would you like to WIN €100?
Click here and tell us how you travel to campus and you’ll be in with a chance of winning ONE of TEN €100 One4all vouchers.
Macnas Parade Volunteers Needed
Macnas still need some volunteers to make their amazing Halloween Parade happen this Sunday 26th October. If you have some time to spare they would love your help.
Nominations for the 2015 NUI Galway Alumni Awards are now open.
The Alumni Awards recognise individual excellence and achievements among the University’s graduates worldwide.We invite you to submit nominations for awards in the following categories:
Alumni Award for Engineering and Informatics
Alumni Award for Business, Public Policy and Law
Alumni Award for Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies
Alumni Award for Science
Alumni Award for Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
An Alumni Award for Sports Achievement has also been added for 2015.
Deadline for nominations is Friday, 7th November, 2014 to: alumni@nuigalway.ie Last year’s winners.
Run for Ger
Geraldine Lavelle, a 27-year-old NUI Galway graduate, is recovering from serious injuries sustained in a cycling accident last October. On Sunday 16th of November at 11am there will be a fundraising walk/run at NUI Galway to help raise funds for her rehabilitation. You can sign up online to take part now for just €10 here.
Startup Weekend is coming to Galway!
From the 14th to the 16th of November, teams of entrepreneurs and innovators will gather together to develop their ideas from an initial 60 second pitch to a scalable company. 54 hours of activity will culminate in a round of presentations to the assembled judges, mentors, and other teams, leaving attendees with valuable feedback on their ideas, new skills, great contacts, and hopefully, a viable startup business. Special student ticket rate €19 for weekend.
Huxley Horrors Annual Horrible Halloween event is on the 25th in The Radisson Blu, Galway
Tickets & more info on huxleyhorror.com. Terrifying and disgusting Halloween costumes are essential. No ‘sexy’ outfits allowed. Proceeds go to Galway Cat Rescue charity.
Reserve Defence Forces recruitment.
The Reserve element of the Irish Defence Force is now open for recruitment (closing date Nov 14th)
This is a great opportunity for students to gain voluntary & part-time public service experience.
For suitable applicants who pass the initial assessment tests, the RDF will provide access to unique adventure training and can enhance valuable life skills.
Interested applicants are invited to attend an information session at Renmore Barracks, Galway at 14:00 on Saturday 25th October 2014
Details of eligibility: http://www.military.ie/reserve/
International Action Against Torture Lecture
Prof. Sir Nigel Rodley, Chairperson of the United Nations Human Rights Committee, will be giving a public lecture on “International Action Against Torture” on Thursday 27th November, 3-5pm at the MRI Annex- MRA201.
Tag Yourself in NUI Galway’s 2014 First Year Class Photo!
This Gigapixel image of the first year ‘Class of 2014’ was taken in the Quadrangle at NUI Galway at the beginning of the new term to welcome our first year students. Tag yourself or find your friends in this gigapixel panoramic photo – it allows you to pan around the entire Quad to see yourself or your friends with amazing clarity!
As NUI Galway is the University of choice for over 3,000 students every year, we want to know – why did you choose NUI Galway? Tell us at http://choose.nuigalway.ie.
Information on Scholarships
We are pleased to announce the launch of the 2015 Hardiman Research Scholarships and Dr Tony Ryan Research Scholarships for PhD students. There is also a ‘Cancer Care West’ Hardiman Research scholarship available in the area of surgical oncology or radiation oncology. Applications Close 5pm Friday 21st November.
All information relating to these scholarships will be posted HERE
Bank Holiday Arrangements
The Library, Students’ Union Office, SU Cloakroom, SU Engineering Desk, SU Shop, Caifé na Gaeilge and the College Bar will all be closed on Monday 27th of October for the Bank Holiday. Smokey’s Café is open 10.30am-4.30pm.
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.
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: Wed, 5 Nov 2014. Find out more and apply at www.su.nuigalway.ie/explore
Lords of Strut Gig: POSTPONED
Unfortunately we have had to postpone our Lords of Strut gig on Monday 20th of October. We hope to reschedule the gig for semester two. Ticket holders can get a refund from the SU Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. Our next comedy gig will be Panti Bliss: High Heels in Low Places on Monday 17th November. Tickets on sale from the SU Office soon.
Life Skills 2014 – 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 2014/15 academic term include:
- Anti-Racism Training Course – 8 Spaces Left – €5
- Occupational First Aid – 7 Spaces left – 3 day course – €100 (usual price €160)
More info on all the courses is available here.
Sin Issue 3
Connacht Rugby Tickets €15
€15 NUI Galway student tickets on sale now for Connacht vs La Rochelle 5pm this Saturday 18th October at the Sports ground. Tickets available from the SU Office (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm) and the SU Engineering Building Desk (Mon-Fri 11am-3pm).
SU Enterprise Awards 2015 – Now Open!
The SU Enterprise Awards are now accepting applications and there is a €23,000 prize fund up for grabs! If you have a great idea for a business or a social enterprise make sure you get your entry in early. Closing date for entries is 5pm Friday 28th November.
Are You Registered to Vote?
The referendum on Civil Marriage will be upon us in the Spring and it will be very important that everyone votes. But you can’t vote if you’re not registered! You can quickly and easily check that you are registered to vote here.
Garda Liaison Officer Clinic
There will be a Garda Clinic 12.30pm-2.30pm on Monday 20th October in the Wellness Centre in the Hub. Feel free to pop by if you have any queries to Garda Nora Brady.
Upcoming Class Reps Meetings
- 6pm-7pm Monday 20th October Postgrad Council in the SU Office
- 6pm-7pm Tuesday 21st October Arts Council in AC216
- 6pm-7pm Wednesday 22nd October Engineering Council in ENG2003 Lecture Room 2
- 6pm-7pm Thursday 23rd October Science Council in AC203
If you have been elected as a Class Rep but have not filled out the registration sheet yet please contact the SU Education Officer Phelim Kelly ASAP on su.education@nuigalway.ie
SU Charities for 2014/15 – want to help us?
Every year the Students’ Union selects charities that benefit from its fundraising initiatives. For the 2014/15 academic year we will be fundraising for Console and BeLonG To. Console is a national organisation supporting people in suicidal crisis and those bereaved by suicide through professional counselling, support and helpline services. BeLongTo support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in Ireland.
If you want to volunteer to help out with our fundraising events or have an idea for an event please email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Croí Charity Fashion Show Extravaganza Thursday 23rd October in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Galway
Supporting Croí’s Women at Heart Campaign the event includes: Refreshment reception on arrival; Catwalk Model Agency showcasing some of the West’s best fashion stores; Lisa Cannon from TV3’s Xposé as MC; Fashion & Beauty Industry stands and exhibitors; A Goodie Bag for each attendee and Raffle on the night, with great prizes
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.
Our next €5 Comedy gig is the Lords of Strut & Support (Kevin O’Connell) at 8pm on Monday 20th of October in the O’Flaherty Theatre. €5 tickets are on sale now in the Students’ Union Office and at our desk in the Engineering Building.
Voter Registration Drive Tuesday 14th October
Are you registered to vote in the upcoming referendum on Marriage Equality? Get registered on Tuesday 14th October 11am-3pm at our Voter Registration desk in Smokey’s Café.
Upcoming Class Reps Meetings
- 6pm-9pm Thursday 9th October Class Reps Training in IT250 – ALL CLASS REPS SHOULD ATTEND
- 6pm-8pm Monday 13th October SU Council in the Kirwan Theatre – ALL CLASS REPS SHOULD ATTEND
- 6pm-7pm Tuesday 14th October Health Sciences Council in MY123 Áras Moyola
- 6pm-7pm Wednesday 15th October Science Council in the Cairnes Theatre
- 6pm-7pm Thursday 16th October Law/Commerce Council in AC204
If you have been elected as a Class Rep but have not filled out the registration sheet yet please contact the SU Education Officer Phelim Kelly ASAP on su.education@nuigalway.ie
Connacht Rugby Tickets
€15 NUI Galway student tickets on sale now for Connacht vs La Rochelle 5pm Saturday 18th October at the Sports ground. Tickets available from the SU Office (Mon-Fri 10am-5pm) and the SU Engineering Building Desk (Mon-Fri 11am-3pm).
SU Enterprise Awards 2015 – Now Open!
The SU Enterprise Awards are now accepting applications and there is a €23,000 prize fund up for grabs! If you have a great idea for a business or a social enterprise make sure you get your entry in early. Closing date for entries is 5pm Friday 28th November.
Criú na Gaeilge: Now Recruiting
Are you interested in the promotion of Irish language and culture on campus? We are now recruiting Criú na Gaeilge who will be responsible for helping to organise and promote events throughout the year, particularly Seachtain na Gaeilge in March. You’ll also be able to get your ALIVE cert from volunteering with this. Anyone who is interested can email Gráinne on su.gaeilge@nuigalway.ie and there will be a meeting next Thursday 16th October to get started.
Garda Liaison Officer Clinic
There will be a Garda Clinic 12.30pm-2.30pm on Monday 13th October in the Wellness Centre in the Hub. Feel free to pop by if you have any queries to Garda Nora Brady.
Take the National Student Drug Survey 2014
Students for Sensible Drug Policy Ireland have launched the largest student drug survey in Ireland in collaboration with Irish Needle Exchange Forum. We invite all undergraduate students to take 10 minutes to complete the survey and share it with their peers. The survey, which is completely anonymous, will provide insight into drug trends and drug education among students across Ireland.
Tradsoc Guest Concert with Caoimhín Ó Fearghail (Uilleann Piper and Flute player)
Monday 13th October in The Cube, Áras na Mac Léinn. Entry (Pay at Door) – Student/Child €3 ; Adult-€5. Tradsoc are joined by TG4’s Ceoltóir Óg na Bliana 2012 (Young Musician of the year 2012)For a great night of music not to be missed.
Free Help with Essay Writing for Students of All Disciplines at the AWC
The AWC offers free one-on-one tutorials on academic writing to all NUIG students. International students, mature students, undergrads, postgrads, students of Arts, Science, Business, or Engineering are all equally welcome.
The AWC is in the Library on floor 2. Our hours are 11-1 and 6-9 every weekday (though not Friday nights). Please drop in.
SU Charities for 2014/15 – want to help us?
Every year the Students’ Union selects charities that benefit from its fundraising initiatives. For the 2014/15 academic year we will be fundraising for Console and BeLonG To. Console is a national organisation supporting people in suicidal crisis and those bereaved by suicide through professional counselling, support and helpline services. BeLongTo support lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people in Ireland.
If you want to volunteer to help out with our fundraising events or have an idea for an event please email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Life Skills 2014 – 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 beside the College Bar with the course fee where applicable.
Courses on offer to students during the 2014/15 academic term include:
- Anti-Racism Training Course – 8 Spaces Left
- Occupational First Aid – 7 Spaces left
More info on all the courses is available here.
8k Run in aid of Jigsaw Galway this Saturday 11th October – Still time to Sign Up!
Registration is still open for the NUI Galway 8k run at 10am on Saturday 11th October in aid of Jigsaw Galway. You don’t have to run – walkers are also welcome to take part! There are lunchtime running groups from the Sports Centre for anyone interested in doing a bit of training before the run.
Early bird sign ups here.
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 new reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.