Welcome to your last weekly email this year from your Students’ Union! We hope you have a great summer and the weekly email will be back in September.
Open all Summer
The SU Office is open all summer (except Bank Holidays) Monday-Friday 10am-12.30pm & 2pm-4.30pm. Call in for Student Leap Cards, free stuff and advice!
Locker Key Return Deadline next Fri 10th May
Just a quick reminder that your locker must be cleared out and key returned before 5pm on Friday 10th of May to the Students’ Union office in Áras na Mac Léinn. We’re open 10am-5pm Monday – Friday. Any items left in the locker after this date will be dumped, recycled or donated to charity. Lockers for 2019/20 will go on sale 10am Monday 2nd September on the SU Website. Lockers for 2019/20 on sale Monday 2nd September
Voter Registration Deadline Tuesday
Reminder that the last chance to get registered to vote in the upcoming local/European elections and the Divorce Referendum is this Tuesday 7th of May. You completed application form stamped by a Garda must be submitted to your City/County Council by this date. If you’ll be in Galway city to vote on the 24th of May then you can call up to Galway City Council on Tuesday 10am-4pm and there’ll be a Garda there to stamp your form – just bring passport/driving licence.
The Students’ Union Annual General Meeting takes place 12pm-2pm Thursday 16th of May in the D’Aracy Thompson Theatre NUI Galway. All are welcome.
Meet and question the candidates running for the European Elections 12pm-2pm Wednesday 15th of May in the D’Arcy Thompson Theatre NUI Galway.
Summer Lockers
€10 summer lockers go on sale from the SU Office at 10am on Wednesday 15th May and will be available until Monday 19th August. 2019/20 Lockers go on sale 10am Monday 2nd of September via the SU Website.
Summer In Galway
Here’s just some of what is going on in Galway this summer: https://su.nuigalway.ie/summer-in-galway-2019/
Win €50 or €25 and help the Environment
For your chance to win a €50 or €25 ‘ONE FOR ALL’ voucher fill out this survey below. P.S. you are helping the environment too!
Cake Sale Today
There’s a cake sale today 10am-12pm in the foyer of the Orbsen Building in aid of the Alzheimer Society of Ireland and there will be some great raffle prizes too.
If you missed the ALIVE Certificate Award ceremony you can collect your certificate from the Socs Box 10am-7pm until Friday 10th of May or alternatively next September from the ALIVE office.
A Feminist Manifesto for Europe
This free NWCI Galway Hustings Event takes place 6pm-8pm Tues 7th May in the Harbour Hotel Galway. Sign up for Free Tickets Here.
Applications Open UN Youth Delegate Programme
Applications are open for the United Nations Youth Delegate Programme for Ireland 2019 – 2020 which will support two young people aged between 18-25 years to join Ireland’s delegation to the United Nations in New York. Application deadline 5pm 19th May. More Info Here.
Darkness Into Light Sat 11th May
The Galway Darkness Into Light 5k walk/run takes place at 4.15am on Saturday 11th of May in Salthill and will raise funds to fight against the tide of suicide. Register here.
Cruinniú Poiblí Faoi Phlean Gaeilge Chathair na Gaillimhe
Reáchtálfar cruinniú poiblí faoi Phlean Gaeilge Chathair na Gaillimhe Dé Máirt 7 Bealtaine ag 7.30pm i seomraí G010 & G011, Áras Taighde Uí Argadáin, Ollscoil na hÉireann Gaillimh. Tá sé mar aidhm ag an gcruinniú deis eile a thabhairt do phobal na cathrach a dtuairimí a léiriú faoin bPlean Gaeilge atá á ullmhú ag OÉ Gaillimh ar son Chomhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe agus Gaillimh le Gaeilge. Ionas go mbeidh deis ag gach duine páirt a ghlacadh beag beann ar chúlra teanga, beidh dhá chruinniú ar siúl ag an am céanna, ceann i nGaeilge agus ceann i mBéarla. Tá fáilte roimh chách.
Public Meeting About Galway City Irish Language Plan
A public meeting about the Galway City Irish Language Plan will be held on Tuesday May 7th at 7.30pm in rooms G010 & G011, Hardiman Research Building, National University of Ireland, Galway. The meeting aims to provide another chance to people in Galway to give their opinions about the Irish Language Plan being prepared by NUI Galway on behalf of Galway City Council and Gaillimh le Gaeilge. So that everyone can take part regardless of language background, two meetings will be held simultaneously, one in Irish and the other in English. All are welcome.
RSVP by Friday 3rd May to eolas@gleg.ie – Go raibh maith agat
Free Concert 8pm Tomorrow
The Wind, String and Jazz ensemble from Thomas S. Hart Middle School from the USA will perform a free concert at 8pm tomorrow in the Town Hall Theatre and all are welcome. The Program will include Classical and modern works of Holst, Gershwin, Handel, Bernstien, Copland, Stevie Wonder, and John Lennon and Paul McCartney.
Registration is now open for the NUI Galway 5k Colour Dash in aid of the Irish Cancer Society at 11am on Sunday 9th of June
Run & Get Free Beer This Summer!
The free Galway Bay Brewery Running Club continues all summer long. Join them for a 5/8/10k run and get a free beer at the end! Their next event is 12.30pm Sunday 12th of May.
Go to Festivals for Free
Want to go to festivals for free this summer including Electric Picnic and raise money for charity at the same time? More info.
Calling all students and recent graduates who want to make a positive change in the world
STAND is looking for 30 students/recent grads to take part in our Ideas Collective summer project. The Ideas Collective will provide the tools to take an idea for social/environmental change and put it into action! Deadline for applications is May 10th. Apply here.
Undergrad results are scheduled for release from 17th-24th of June. Postgrad results are scheduled for release Tues 2nd July.
Details on how to appeal your exam results and the deadline for same are available here. Details on how to get a recheck of your exam are available here.
Repeat exams will take place Tuesday 6th – Friday 16th of August and the fee for same is €295.
SUSI Applications are Open
Applications for the 2019/20 SUSI Grant are now open. More information and application available here.
Need a Student Leap Card?
- Apply online here: here.
- Call in to SU Office with your application code + €10 (the code lasts 7 days)
- Get your card and save all the money!
You can also top up your card in the SU Office.
Copernicus Hackathon Ireland, 10th – 12th May
ICHEC (National Supercomputing Centre) host Ireland’s first Copernicus Hackathon in NUI Galway on May 10-12th 2019. Hackathon participants will be challenged to come up with solutions for real-world problems using Copernicus satellite data and will compete for a range of prizes for solutions which have commercial potential. Participants must be over 18 and a resident of the EU member states, Norway and Iceland. See here for more information and to register.
Cloakroom Open TODAY
The FREE SU Cloakroom is open today and tomorrow 9am-6pm.
SU Bookstore Collection Deadline Weds 15th May
Just a quick reminder that you must collect any books belonging to you which are still in the SU Second-hand Bookstore before 4.30pm on Wednesday 15th May. 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.
NUI Galway Arrangements for Bank Holiday Monday 6th of May
- The Students’ Union Office will CLOSE at 5pm on Fri 3rd May and will reopen at 10am on Tues 7th of May
- The Students’ Union Engineering Desk will CLOSE at 3pm on Fri 3rd of May and reopen at 11am on Tues 7th of May
- The Students’ Union Cloakroom will CLOSE at 6pm Fri 3rd of May and reopen at 9am on Thurs 9th of May.
- The James Hardiman Library will be open 08:30-21:00 Sat 4th, 10:00-21:00 Sun 5th and 08:30-22:00 Mon 6th May.
- The Reading Room will be open as usual.
- The Students’ Union Shop will be open 10am-4pm Sat 4th & Sun 5th and 9am-5pm Mon 6th of May.
- Sult will be CLOSED Sat 4th, Sun 5th & Mon 6th May. Reopening 8.30am Tues 7th of May.
- Caifé na Gaeilge is now CLOSED for the summer and will reopen in September.
- Smokey’s Café will be open 9am-5pm Sat 4th, 10am-5pm Sun 5th and 9am-5pm Mon 6th of May.
- The Wall Café will be open 9am-3pm Sat 4th, 11am-3pm Sun 5th and 11am-3pm Mon 6th of May.
- The Student Health Unit will be CLOSED on Mon 6th of May.
- For details about Computer Suite Access check 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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.
Locker Key Return Deadline Fri 10th May
Just a quick reminder that your locker must be cleared out and key returned before 5pm on Friday 10th of May to the Students’ Union office in Áras na Mac Léinn. We’re open 10am-5pm Monday – Friday. Any items left in the locker after this date will be dumped, recycled or donated to charity. Lockers for 2019/20 will go on sale 10am Monday 2nd September on the SU Website.
Undergrad results are scheduled for release from 17th-24th of June. Postgrad results are scheduled for release Tues 2nd July.
Details on how to appeal your exam results and the deadline for same are available here. Details on how to get a recheck of your exam are available here.
Repeat exams will take place Tuesday 6th – Friday 16th of August and the fee for same is €295.
Need to defer an exam?
SUSI Applications are Open
Applications for the 2019/20 SUSI Grant are now open. More information and application available here.
Need a Student Leap Card?
- Apply online here: here.
- Call in to SU Office with your application code + €10 (the code lasts 7 days)
- Get your card and save all the money!
You can also top up your card in the SU Office.
Taught Postgrad Scholarships Open
Applications are open for the NUI Galway Taught Postgraduate Scholarships which provide €1,500 per student. Scholarships are rewarded to students who have a first class honours degree and have been accepted to a full time taught Masters programme. More here.
Cloakroom Open TODAY
The FREE SU Cloakroom is open today and tomorrow 9am-6pm.
The following PC Suites are unavailable during the exams. All other PC Suites will operate as normal.
- Block E: Finnegan Suite
- Alice Perry Engineering Building: ENG-G046
- Alice Perry Engineering Building: ENG2016
- Alice Perry Engineering Building: ENG2017
- I.T. Building – Room 106: IT106
Copernicus Hackathon Ireland, 10th – 12th May
ICHEC (National Supercomputing Centre) host Ireland’s first Copernicus Hackathon in NUI Galway on May 10-12th 2019. Hackathon participants will be challenged to come up with solutions for real-world problems using Copernicus satellite data and will compete for a range of prizes for solutions which have commercial potential. Participants must be over 18 and a resident of the EU member states, Norway and Iceland. See here for more information and to register.
Do you know what a money mule is?
Money mules are people recruited by fraudsters to help transfer stolen money from bank accounts. They either use the excuse that they can’t open an account themselves or they pose as employers with job vacancies. Being a money mules is a criminal offence and it can carry up to 14 years imprisonment.
Fancy a trip to Finland?
The EU Youth Conference will be held in Finland 1st-3rd June and they are looking for 3 young people to represent Ireland. More here.
NUI Galway Summer School in Visual Analytics
Running from the 10th – 14th of June at the Insight Centre for Data Analytics, NUI Galway, Ireland, the KDU Visual Analytics Summer School will provide students, researchers, academics and industry professionals with an opportunity to come together to learn, share experiences and to develop new cross-disciplinary partnerships. Over the course of this 5 day-long summer school participants will:
- learn from key researchers in the field,
- take part in hands-on sessions to deepen these learnings, and
- work together on case-study oriented mini-projects.
Fees: €250 early bird registration (before May 1st) / €350 regular
Extra Study Space
The following venues will be available 8am-10pm as extra study space until Fri 10th May
- IT206
- SC004 McMunn Theatre
- SC005 Tyndall Theatre
- TB302
- TB303
- TB304
- TB305
- TB307
- AM109
- AM110
- SC003 Dillon Theatre
- SC002 Larmor Theatre
The Library has a number of bookable group study rooms as well as a mini-studio that can be booked here.
The deadline to register to vote or to change your address to make sure you can vote on 24th of May in the Local Elections, European Elections and divorce referendum is Tuesday 7th of May. You can pick up the paperwork to register to vote or to change your address details in the Students’ Union Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm.
SU Bookstore Collection Deadline
Just a quick reminder that you must collect any books belonging to you which are still in the SU Second-hand Bookstore before 4.30pm on Wednesday 15th May. 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.
The Library will have Extended Weekend Opening Hours until 21:00 on these dates
- Sat/Sun 27/28 April
- Sat/Sun 04/05 May
How to Avoid Rental Scams this summer:
- Do your homework – familiarise yourself with the average rent price in the area. If the rent is super low and seems too good to be true, it usually is.
- Use online maps to double check the property exists and is at the stated address.
- Check short-term rental sites to ensure the property is not being use by a fraudster for “viewings” who will take your deposit money.
- Keep copies of all correspondence between yourself and the advertiser including bank details + property ad.
- Use legitimate well-known rental agencies if possible.
- Don’t hand over money until you have seen the property and are happy with its condition. Bring someone with you to get a second opinion.
- Don’t make payments until you have keys and a signed contract. Check the keys fit the lock.
- Don’t transfer any money unless you’ve carried out all these checks and are sure the listing is genuine.
You can pick up a FREE rent book in the SU Office with lots more tips.
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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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.
Extra Study Space
The following venues will be available 8am-10pm as extra study space
Thurs 11th April-Fri 10th May
- IT206
- SC004 McMunn Theatre
- SC005 Tyndall Theatre
- TB302
- TB303
- TB304
- TB305
- TB307
Fri 12th April-Fri 10th May
- AM109
- AM110
- SC003 Dillon Theatre
- SC002 Larmor Theatre
The Library has a number of bookable group study rooms as well as a mini-studio that can be booked here.
Yoga Starts Tonight!
Our 8 Week €40 yoga course starts this evening and there’s ONE space left on beginners/improvers and FIVE spaces left on intermediate. Call 091 493 570 to register with credit/debit card or call in to the SU Office.
Locker Key Return Deadline Fri 10th May
Just a quick reminder that your locker must be cleared out and key returned before 5pm on Friday 10th of May to the Students’ Union office in Áras na Mac Léinn. We’re open 10am-5pm Monday – Friday. Any items left in the locker after this date will be dumped, recycled or donated to charity. Lockers for 2019/20 will go on sale 10am Monday 2nd September on the SU Website.
Exam Freebies in SU Office
We have limited free stress balls, phone charging packs, pens, colouring books and notebooks in the SU Office to keep you going through exam season.
Complete the Library Survey and you could win a Smartphone!
End of the Marchathon Celebration
We will be holding our end of the Marchathon Challenge Celebration 10.30am TODAY Thursday 11th of April in the Corrib Room at Sult. There’ll be tea, coffee and pastries. All participants are invited and there might even be some freebies!
The deadline to register to vote or to change your address to make sure you can vote on 24th of May in the Local Elections, European Elections and divorce referendum is Tuesday 7th of May. You can pick up the paperwork to register to vote or to change your address details in the Students’ Union Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. We will have the Gardaí at our Voter Registration Drive at Smokey’s Café 12pm-2pm Weds 24th April to stamp your paperwork – just bring your passport or driving licence!
Free 30 Minute De-Stress Yoga Classes
Lotus Society have arranged 9am-9.30am free de-stress yoga classes over the next two weeks in Áras na Mac Léinn. These are open to all levels and students and mats are provided. More info and locations are available on their Facebook page here.
The only free running club with a free beer at the end is back Saturday 20th of April! Join Mikkeller Running Club at 12.30pm Saturday 20th of April at the Salthouse for a 5/8/10k run along the prom and back with a free victory beer at the end!
SU Bookstore Collection Deadline
Just a quick reminder that you must collect any books belonging to you which are still in the SU Second-hand Bookstore before 4.30pm on Wednesday 15th May. 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.
Need help with programming?
ComputerDISC is open until 2pm Friday 26th of April More Info.
Student Innovation Summit Invitation
LaunchPad in partnership with the Innovation Office at NUI Galway look forward to welcoming you to our first Student Innovation Summit at NUI Galway 3pm-4.30pm Tues 16th April. More info and free tickets HERE.
Library Opening Hours Exams/Easter
The Library will have Extended Weekend Opening Hours until 21:00 on these dates
- Sat/Sun 13/14 April
- Sat/Sun 27/28 April
- Sat/Sun 04/05 May
Easter Weekend 2019 – Library Opening Hours
- Fri 19th April 10:00-18:00
- Sat 20th April 10:00-18:00
- Sun 21st April 10:00-18:00
- Mon 22nd April 08:30-22:00
Upcoming Sinn Féin Debate
“This House Supports the Legalisation of Cannabis for Medicinal Use” Weds 17th April. We’ll be hosting a debate surrounding this topic, the speakers proposing the motion are Joe Loughnane PBP, Louise O’Reilly TD Sinn Féin Health Spokesperson, and Luke “Ming” Flanagan MEP. The speakers on the opposing side are yet to be revealed. Free pizza!
More info from: sinnfein@socs.nuigalway.ie
Drug/alcohol use and psychological well-being in university students
I am looking for participants aged 18 + to complete my masters dissertation study, exploring the relationship between drug and alcohol use and psychological wellbeing. If you do not use drugs or alcohol, you can still complete it as your answers will still be useful.
Are You Interested in Youth Mental Health Research?
YOULEAD are seeking 15 young people (aged 18 to 25) to be part of a youth mental health research advisory panel (YAP for short). We are interested in hearing from young people from all walks of life who are interested in youth mental health and knowing more about youth mental health research. This may mean having personal experience of a mental health difficulty, or experience of a friend or family member who has a lived experience. Equally you may not have personal experience but would like to be part of the conversation. If so, we want to hear from you! YAP meet ups will be held in Galway city, starting in April and run as a pilot over the summertime. To get involved or for more information contact: olive.ogrady@nuigalway.ie
PhD Write-up Bursaries
Are you near to completing your thesis but have run out of funding? Good news! The university is offering a limited number of PhD Write-up Bursaries.
The application form & Terms and Conditions are now available here.
The closing date for completed applications is Friday, 26 April 2019.
The World Health Organisation classified videogame addiction as a distinct behavioural addiction last year, but there are very little studies, statistics or research available to support their decision. This survey is just to get a general feel if anyone has felt gaming has impacted their life beyond their expectations. It is completely anonymous and open to anyone. If any fellow students had 2 minutes to complete it, it would be a huge help.
Have Your Say on Ireland’s New Diaspora Policy
Global Ireland: Ireland’s Global Footprint to 2025 – the Government’s plan to double our international presence – commits to the introduction of a new Diaspora Policy in 2020. This new policy will guide Ireland’s engagement and relationship with our diaspora: our emigrants, our citizens abroad, those of Irish heritage and those who feel an affinity with Ireland around the world. Minister of State for the Diaspora and International Development, Ciarán Cannon T.D., will be holding an open public consultation to inform this new policy at 6pm on Monday 15 April in the Hotel Meyrick, Galway. To register for this event, please click here.
This event is open to all. Tea, coffee and sandwiches will be available upon arrival.
NUI Galway Easter Holiday Arrangements 2019
- Teaching ends on Sat 6th of April.
- Field Trips (where applicable) take place Mon 8th April – Weds 10th April.
- Study Week takes place Thurs 11th April – Thurs 18th April.
- Exams Begin Tues 23rd April (except for 5MB3 Students who start Mon 8th April)
- The Students’ Union Office will close at 5pm on Tues 16th April and will reopen at 10am on Tues 23rd April.
- The Students’ Union Engineering Desk will close at 3pm on Fri 5th April and reopen at 11am on Tues 23rd April.
- The Students’ Union Cloakroom will close at 6pm on Fri 5th April and reopen at 9am on Thurs 25th April.
- The Students’ Union Shop will be open 8am-5pm Fri 12th, 10am-4pm Sat 13th, 10am-4pm Sun 14th and 10am-5pm Mon 15th April.
- Sult will be closed Fri 19th-Mon 22nd April Inclusive.
- Smokey’s Café will be open 8.30am-6pm Fri 12th, 9am-5pm Sat 13th, 11am-5pm Sun 14th and 10am-5pm Mon 15th April.
- The Wall Café will be open 8am-3pm Fri 12th, 9am-3pm Sat 13th, 11am-3pm Sun 14th and 11am-3pm Mon 15th April.
- The James Hardiman Library will be open 10am-6pm Fri 19th Sat 20th & Sun 21st April and 8.30am-10pm Mon 22nd April.
- The Reading Room will be open as usual.
- The Student Health Unit will be closed Fri 19th– Mon 22nd April inclusive. They will re-open at 8.30am on Tues 23rd April. Opening hours during exams are 8.30am-5.30pm and closed for lunch 1pm-2pm.
- Sin Newspaper will be back with their last issue on Tues 2nd April.
- The Academic Writing Centre will close on Friday 29th of March for summer.
- ComputerDISC will close at 2pm on Friday 26th of April for summer.
- For details about Computer Suite Access check 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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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.
King Kong Company are playing a FREE GIG at 9pm tonight at Sult. It’s been a long semester and ye deserve an epic party! Here’s what to expect tonight
Due to the cold snap we have rescheduled our FREE Outdoor Cinema to 8pm on Wednesday 10th of April. There’ll be free popcorn and an ice-cream van!
Sign up is now open for our next 8 week yoga course which starts on Thursday 11th of April and is just €40! Beginners/Improvers 6pm-7.30pm and Intermediate 7.30pm-9pm. Sign up now in the SU Office or phone 091 493 570 to pay with credit/debit card.
Extra Study Space Semester 2 Exams 2019
The following venues will be available 8am-10pm as extra study space
Thurs 11th April- Fri 10th May:
- IT206 IT Building
- SC004 Charles McMunn Theatre Concourse
- SC005 Tyndall Lecture Theatre Concourse
- TB302 Seminar Room Tower 2
- TB303 Seminar Room Tower 2
- TB304 Seminar Room Tower 2
- TB305 Seminar Room Tower 2
- TB307 Seminar Room Tower 2
Fri 12th April – Fri 10th May:
- AM109 Arts Millennium Building
- AM110 Arts Millennium Building
- SC003 Thomas Dillon Theatre Concourse
- SC002 Joseph Larmor Theatre Concourse
Soothing Scales Meet the Animals Today!
There will be snakes, spiders, insects and other guests to meet you for the pre-exam stress relief today upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn.
Karaoke is back at Sult from 9pm tomorrow night Friday 5th of April.
Locker Key Return Deadline
Just a quick reminder that your locker must be cleared out and key returned before 5pm on Friday 10th of May to the Students’ Union office in Áras na Mac Léinn. We’re open 10am-5pm Monday – Friday. Any items left in the locker after this date will be dumped, recycled or donated to charity.
End of the Marchathon Celebration
We will be holding our end of the Marchathon Challenge Celebration 10.30am Thursday 11th of April in the Corrib Room at Sult. There’ll be tea, coffee and pastries. All participants are invited and there might even be some prizes!
SU Bookstore Collection Deadline
Just a quick reminder that you must collect any books belonging to you which are still in the SU Second-hand Bookstore before 4.30pm on Wednesday 15th May. 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.
Sin Issue 12
Read the last issue of Sin Newspaper this year HERE
FREE STI Clinics Finish Weds 10th April
Just a reminder that the free STI clinics finish in the Student Health Unit on Wednesday 10th of April for this semester. There’s a year round free STI clinic at the hospital, more details here, and you can get free condoms from the SU Office all summer long!
Need help with programming?
ComputerDISC is open until 2pm Friday 26th of April More Info.
Invitation to Fierce As Female Launch
You are invited to the launch of Fierce As Female in City Hall at 2.30pm on Monday 8th April. Fierce As Female will take place in Galway in September and will encourage increased participation of women and girls in Sport. The event will be a taster weekend of sport, showcasing over 30 different sports and athletic endeavours, from yoga and roller derby, to boxing, kitesurfing, circus skills and beyond. Fierce As Female will also host panels with experienced female athletes and speakers throughout the event.
Upcoming Sinn Féin Society Events – All Welcome
- Women In Politics Panel Discussion 7pm-9pm Tues 9th April in G011. Guest speakers: Cllr Mairéad Farrell SF, Pauline O’Reilly Green Party, Sharon Nolan SocDems, Claire Kerrane SF and Jessy Ni Cheallaigh. We’re collaborating with the feminist society and there will be catering provided.
- #TheNorthIsNext Poster Making Workshop 7pm Weds 10th April in Áras na Gaeilge. We’ll be making posters demanding reproductive rights for our sisters, mothers, daughters, and friends in the north. We’ll be sticking them around campus so be as creative as you want! We’ll have tea, coffee, and refreshments too.
- Debate: “This House Supports the Legalisation of Cannabis for Medicinal Use” Weds 17th April. We’ll be hosting a debate surrounding this topic, the speakers proposing the motion are Joe Loughnane PBP, Louise O’Reilly TD Sinn Féin Health Spokesperson, and Luke “Ming” Flanagan MEP. The speakers on the opposing side are yet to be revealed. Free pizza!
More info from: sinnfein@socs.nuigalway.ie
Paid Work: Students Required for Sentiment Annotation
If you are seeking some extra cash and would like to take your part in an annotation experiment, feel free to apply for this job. I am currently hiring participants as part of my PhD at the Unit for Natural Language Processing (UNLP) of the Data Science Institute, NUI Galway. My topic focuses on sentiment analysis in financial news articles. I am looking for native-speakers of English having a background in business/economics with experience in finance and the area of investing. Ideally, you have a daily interest in the stock markets.
In the experiment, you will be asked to read a news article extract and judge it in terms of the contained sentiment. Payment is €23.24 per hour and you’ll annotate between 5 and 35 hours. To apply email tobias.daudert@insight-centre.org with a description of your professional career, your current state of studies and your experience in investing. More information.
Personality, mHealth and influenza vaccination uptake in adults with asthma
Participants needed for research exploring associations between personality and intention to engage in asthma self-care processes. If you are aged 18 years old or above and have been diagnosed with asthma you are eligible to participate. There is a €30 euro One4All voucher to be won by one participant who completes the full study.
Please follow this link for more information and to participate in the study or Email R.OMALLEY15@nuigalway.ie
The survey takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Full ethical approval has been received to conduct this research.
Are you a filmmaker or producer?
CÚRAM at NUI Galway and Galway Film Centre will host ‘Science on Screen’ Information Day TOMORROW. A fund of €35,000 is available to create a documentary on the topic of Public and Patient Involvement. Register for this event now at: https://bit.ly/2FU76lQ
Invitation to ROPES Literary Journal Launch
Join us at 5pm on Tuesday 9th of April at Galway’s Town Hall Theatre for the launch of ROPES Literary Journal 2019! Come join us for a night of readings and wine as we celebrate the publication of this year’s edition, titled ‘Unearthed’. The keynote speaker at the launch will be acclaimed writer Melatu Uche Okorie, 2009 winner of Metro Éireann Writing Award and author of the 2018 short story collection, This Hostel Life. Proceeds from the sale of the journal will go to Galway Simon Community.
Are you a young adult (15-30 years) living with asthma? We want to hear from you!
We are running focus groups with young adults aged 15-30 years, living with asthma, to hear their opinion on what to include in a digital tool, e.g. a smartphone app or website, to support their adherence to preventer inhalers. The focus groups will be held over the next few weeks and will last approximately one hour. If you are interested in finding out more information, please email j.murphy51@nuigalway.ie.
“The Limit Of” Film Out this Friday
NUI Galway Bachelor of Commerce graduate, Alan Mulligan will release his first film, ‘The Limit Of’ nationwide this Friday 5th of April. At the age of 30 Alan realised that he had a passion for film-making, deciding to leave his successful role in Finance to become a film producer, director and writer, without any previous experience. The Eye Cinema in Galway are hosting a special Q & A screening at 6.20pm on Tuesday 9th of April which will be attended by Alan and the lead cast.
Small Towns Big Ideas Applications Open
Galway 2020 is now seeking expressions of interest from communities who wish to develop a project for Round 2 of the Small Towns Big Ideas programme and funding of €200,000 is available. Applications are invited from community and voluntary organisations, cultural organisations, heritage groups, festival bodies, artist collectives, schools, sports bodies, and other such groups. Interested groups are asked to create projects that demonstrate collaboration, ambition, creativity, community involvement, European dimension and of course, respond to the core themes of Galway 2020. The deadline for submission of Expressions of Interest is 5pm on Friday 10th of May.
Wind Down Week – Relax, Unwind, De-Stress and Breathe
Thurs 4th April TODAY!
- 2pm-5pm Soothing Scales meet the animals in Áras na Mac Léinn with Animal Ambassadors
- 9pm-10.30pm King Kong Company Free Gig at Sult
Fri 5th/Sat 6th April
- Writing and Well-Being: The Academic Writing Centre Annual Conference
More information from studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Library Study Break Policy
The Library study break policy is back until Friday 10hth of May. Pick up a study break form on your way in to the library. You can have a break of up to 60 minutes but don’t forget to fill out the form and leave it on your desk or another student can take your place.
The deadline to register to vote or to change your address to make sure you can vote on 24th of May in the Local Elections and European Elections is Tuesday 7th of May. You can pick up the paperwork to register to vote or to change your address details in the Students’ Union Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. We will have the Gardaí at our Voter Registration Drives at Smokey’s Café 12pm-2pm Weds 24th April to stamp your paperwork – just bring your passport or driving licence!
Need Help?
With Maths – SUMS
With Programming – Computer DISC
With Academic Skills – Academic Skills Hub
With Anything – SU Grinds Register
Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes
- 15:00 Saturday 13th April Connacht vs Cardiff: NUIG-Car-1819
Buy your tickets on the Connacht Rugby website and use the codes above to get the reduced rate NUIG student price. Valid for 50 tickets per match. NUIG student ID required. Bohermore Terrace only.
Cúirt Starts Monday
Cúirt International Festival of Literature starts on Monday and runs until the 14th of April across Galway and lots of the events are free! More info + tickets
Easter Holiday Arrangements
- Teaching ends on Sat 6th of April.
- Field Trips (where applicable) take place Mon 8th April – Weds 10th April.
- Study Week takes place Thurs 11th April – Thurs 18th April.
- Exams Begin Tues 23rd April (except for 5MB3 Students who start Mon 8th April)
- The Students’ Union Office will close at 5pm on Tues 16th April and will reopen at 10am on Tues 23rd April.
- The Students’ Union Engineering Desk will close at 3pm on Fri 5th April and reopen at 11am on Tues 23rd April.
- The Students’ Union Cloakroom will close at 6pm on Fri 5th April and reopen at 9am on Thurs 25th April.
- Sult will be closed Fri 19th-Mon 22nd April Inclusive.
- The James Hardiman Library will be open 10am-6pm Fri 19th Sat 20th & Sun 21st April and 8.30am-10pm Mon 22nd April.
- The Reading Room will be open as usual.
- The Student Health Unit will be closed Fri 19th– Mon 22nd April inclusive. They will re-open at 8.30am on Tues 23rd April. Opening hours during exams are 8.30am-5.30pm and closed for lunch 1pm-2pm.
- Sin Newspaper will be back with their last issue on Tues 2nd April.
- The Academic Writing Centre will close on Friday 29th of March for summer.
- ComputerDISC will close at 2pm on Friday 26th of April for summer.
- For details about Computer Suite Access check 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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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 Today 10am-5pm
Your final #NUIGSU19 Candidates are:
Postgraduate Research Officer
- Tock, Emily
International Students Officer
- Fenton, Avery
Ethnic Minorities Officer
- Chihumura, Victoria
- McNicholas, Katelyn
Voting takes place 10am-5pm TODAY on the Concourse beside Smokey’s Café – bring NUIG ID to vote. If you have registered for a Remote Vote log on to the SU Website 10am-5pm to vote.
Wind Down Week – Relax, Unwind, De-Stress and Breathe
Mon 1st April
- 9am-10am Learn How to Yoga Class in The View. Free Tickets on Eventbrite.
- 11am-12pm Learn How To Hula Hoop and more in The View (Fully Accessible Class). Free Tickets on Eventbrite.
- 1pm-2pm Learn How to Drum in The Large Acoustic Room. Free Tickets on Eventbrite.
Tues 2nd April
- 8.10am-8.50am Mindfulness for Beginners Class in AC201
- 12pm ALIVE Volunteering Awards Ceremony with tea and cake!
- 7pm NUIG 5k in aid of Jigsaw Galway
Weds 3rd April
- 11am-4pm La Roche Posay Promo with freebies in Áras na Mac Léinn
- 1pm-2pm Arts in Action “Staging the Archive” Free performance in O’Donoghue Centre
- 1.10pm-1.50pm Mindfulness Shared Practice in AC201
- 8pm-9.30pm Free Outdoor Cinema at the Engineering Building. Vote on the Facebook Event page for the movie we show!
Thurs 4th April
- 2pm-5pm Soothing Scales meet the animals in Áras na Mac Léinn with Animal Ambassadors
- 9pm-10.30pm King Kong Company Free Gig at Sult
Fri 5th/Sat 6th April
- Writing and Well-Being: The Academic Writing Centre Annual Conference
More information from studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Marchathon Ends TOMORROW!
We are in to the last week of the Marchathon Challenge which ends this Friday and our 48 NUI Galway teams have been making amazing progress! Keep up the great work and here’s this week’s competitions:
- Team Photo Competition: As usual we will be running our weekly Team Photo Competition during the last week of the Challenge! This week we want to see photos of your team ‘crossing the finish line’ as we near the end of the Challenge…most creative interpretation of the theme will win Smarter Travel Goodie Packs for the team. All photos must be submitted by 1pm on Friday 29th March at this link
- ‘Go the Distance’ Competition – Climb Kilimanjaro: During the final week we want you and your team to really go the distance to climb the Machame Route of Mount Kilimanjaro! Teams who achieve an average of 80,000 steps this week will not only have reached the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, but will also be in with the chance of winning Smarter Travel Goodie Packs and Me2You Gift Cards for the team!
Imagine NUI Galway Today
Join the conversation about the future of NUI Galway online today HERE.
This is your chance to have an input and make real changes to life at NUI Galway.
Library Study Break Policy Starts Monday
The Library study break policy is back from Monday 1st of April until Friday 10th of May. Pick up a study break form on your way in to the library. You can have a break of up to 60 minutes but don’t forget to fill out the form and leave it on your desk or another student can take your place.
Want to be in a Short Film?
FilmSoc are searching for a lady to play the mother of our protagonist in our next short film. Our protagonist is in their 20s so our mother ideally would be in the age bracket of 40s+. No experience necessary and the script is available on demand. We hope to shoot on the week of April 6th so if anyone is interested or knows someone who would be interested, please email: filmsoc@socs.nuigalway.ie
Focus Group Participants Required
We are running focus groups over the next few weeks to get student opinions on some short YouTube films that highlight issues around sexual consent. We want to find out what students think of the films, and ask for ideas for how to best promote them to other students. The focus groups last one hour. Depending on the time of the group we will provide snacks / lunch. Everyone who takes part will get a €20 voucher to acknowledge your contribution to our project. If you are interested in finding out more please click here
National Conference for Students Living With Disabilities: Registration Open
The Conference takes place 10am-5.30pm Weds 10th April in the Irish Human Rights & Equality Commission, 16-22 Green St. Rotunda, Dublin 7. Join us for this event if you are a USI affiliated student who identifies as living with a disability. Through a variety of workshops and speakers, the conference will discuss how to remove barriers and increase opportunities in the student and life experience of people living with disabilities. If anyone from NUI Galway is registering to go please contact Megan on su.president@nuigalway.ie
La Roche-Posay Roadshow on Wednesday
The skin care experts at La Roche-Posay understand that stress, particularly for students, can have a negative impact on the skin. That’s why they’re coming to NUIG to give FREE skin consultations, samples and advice on how to manage all skin concerns. There will also be La Roche-Posay hamper worth over €100 to win on the day. They’ll be on campus 10am-4pm Wednesday 3rd April so keep an eye out, especially for the bicycles handing out FREE product samples.
Talk To Your Politicians Climate Workshop
Come and gain the skills you need to talk about climate change and make your voice heard. 12pm-2pm Thursday 11th of April in AC202. Register here – spaces are limited. More info from gtyrrell@eeu.antaisce.org
Free Weekly Mindfulness Classes
Every week during term there are FREE Mindfulness classes at NUI Galway. Feel free to drop in – all are welcome.
- 8.10am-8.50am Tuesdays Mindfulness for Beginners Class in AC201
- 1.10pm-1.50pm Wednesdays Mindfulness Shared Practice in AC201
Taxi Safety Tips
- Try not to travel alone; particularly at night
- Use the Transport Ireland’s Free Driver Check App
- When hailing a taxi on the street do the MPS check – does it have a meter, a registration plate and a registration sticker? Registered taxis must have all 3.
- Note the registration number on the roof. Make sure this matches the taxi door number and the number in the taxi itself. Note the driver’s name.
- Make a quick call to friends or family, stating the registration number and name of the taxi driver, ensuring the driver hears you
- Share your live location with Facebook Messenger or Google Maps
How to make a complaint:
If you wish to make a complaint about a taxi or hackney driver concerning a criminal offence you should contact your local Garda Station immediately and fill in an incident report. In an emergency situation, you should telephone 112 to be put through to the Gardaí.
The National Transport Authority operates a national complaints and enforcement system for taxis and hackneys.
Council Chair Election Results
Congratulations to Scott Green who was elected as your SU Council Chairperson for 2019/20 on Monday.
Explore Student Innovation Awards Open
Applications are open for the Explore Student Innovation Awards. €10,000 Prize fund available for innovative ideas. Deadline Tues 2nd April. Further details at http://www.nuigalway.ie/explore/
Darkness Into Light Early Bird Deadline Sunday
Sign up for the Darkness Into Light 5k walk/run here and help raise funds for Pieta House on Saturday 11th of May.
The deadline to register to vote or to change your address to make sure you can vote on 24th of May in the Local Elections and European Elections is Tuesday 7th of May. You can pick up the paperwork to register to vote or to change your address details in the Students’ Union Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. We will have the Gardaí at our Voter Registration Drives at Smokey’s Café 12pm-2pm Weds 24th April to stamp your paperwork – just bring your passport or driving licence!
Need Help?
With Maths – SUMS
With Programming – Computer DISC
With Academic Skills – Academic Skills Hub
With Anything – SU Grinds Register
FREE STI Clinics
The free STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit in Áras na Mac Léinn is by appointment only phone 091 492 604 to book. Remember you can pick up FREE condoms from the SU Office or the SU Engineering Desk all year long.
Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes
- 15:00 Saturday 13th April Connacht vs Cardiff: NUIG-Car-1819
Buy your tickets on the Connacht Rugby website and use the codes above to get the reduced rate NUIG student price. Valid for 50 tickets per match. NUIG student ID required. Bohermore Terrace only.
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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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.
#FundTheFuture Walk Out 1pm TODAY!
At 1pm today we are asking all NUI Galway students and staff to leave their lectures in a walk out to demand that the Government #FundTheFuture – we will be meeting at the Big Yellow Thing outside the Library.
Here’s why:
- We reject the idea of a loan scheme to fund higher education and condemn the current €3,000 contribution fee.
- We believe Education is a public good and should be funded as such.
For more information contact su.president@nuigalway.ie
Want to Run for Election? Nominations Close 5pm TODAY
We have a number of part time officer positions left to fill and nominations close at 5pm today!
- Postgraduate Taught Officer
- Postgraduate Research Officer
- International Students Officer
- Ethnic Minorities Officer
Nomination forms need to be in the box in the SU Office before 5pm today! The Election will take place on Thurs 28th March.
Charity Week Events – Volunteers Needed!
Monday 25th March
Tuesday 26th March
- 11am-3pm Bake sale in Smokey’s Café – Treat yourself Tuesday!
- 8pm Sex Toy Bingo in the Corrib Room at Sult – €3 entry includes free mini sex toy! Tickets from EventBrite
Wednesday 27th March
- 12.30pm-4pm Clothes Drive in Áras na Mac Léinn – Take some clothes/leave a donation.
- 11pm Super Club in Electric/FourFour in aid of the SU Charities. Tickets from Uniphi
All events are raising funds for the Galway Rape Crisis Centre and COPE Galway. To volunteer email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
The deadline to register to vote or to change your address to make sure you can vote on 24th of May in the Local Elections and European Elections is Tuesday 7th of May. You can pick up the paperwork to register to vote or to change your address details in the Students’ Union Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. We will have the Gardaí at our Voter Registration Drives at Smokey’s Café 12pm-2pm this Weds 27th March and 12pm-2pm Weds 24th April to stamp your paperwork – just bring your passport or driving licence!
SU Elections Review
We will be holding an open review of the NUI Galway Students’ Union Elections 1pm-2pm on Tuesday 26th of March in Meeting Room 1 & 2 upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn. Please come along and let us know what you think about the SU Elections – there will be free tea/coffee! If you can’t attend but want to send in your feedback email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Table Quiz 8pm Tonight!
The German Society are hosting a Table Quiz at 8pm TONIGHT Thurs 21st March in aid of COPE Galway and Galway Rape Crisis Centre at Sult. It’s just €5 per person and 4 people per table and there are great prizes to win plus a raffle so get your teams ready!
SU Council Chair Election & Last Meeting of the Year
The last SU Council meeting of the year will take place at 6pm on Monday 25th of March in the O’Flaherty Theatre. All Class Reps must attend. The election of the SU Council Chair for 2019/20 will also take place on the night with refreshments afterwards at Sult.
Appeal for Information on Assault
On Tuesday night/Wednesday morning the 13th March 2019 at approximately 2:25am at a premises on Cross Street, Galway, two males were assaulted. One of the males received significant injuries. Gardaí in Galway Garda Station are looking for anyone that witnessed this incident or anyone that may have information relating to it. Please contact Garda Pat Casey 091-538 000
#NUIGSU19 Part Time Election Results
The election results from last week’s Part Time Officer Elections are available here.
#Marchathon2019 Week 3 Competitions
- Team Photo Competition: This week we want you to submit photos of you and your team mates ‘sticking together’ to get each other through the toughest week of the Challenge. Most creative and innovative interpretation of the theme wins Smarter Travel Goodie Packs for the team! All photos must be submitted by 1pm on Friday 22nd March, at the following link.
- Go the Distance Competition: This week we’re challenging your team to complete the Camino Frances trail between Sahagun and Leon (55km), by achieving a weekly team average of 70,000 Steps. Teams who achieve the target will be entered into a draw for Goodie Packs and Me2You Gift Cards for the whole team!
Vodafone Promo Weds 27th March
Vodafone will be in Áras na Mac Léinn 11am-4pm Wednesday 27th March promoting their Vodafone X offer. They will be giving all switching customers free wireless Plantronics headphones when they switch!
Learn More About Drugs
The Western Region Drug and Alcohol Taskforce will have an information stand at Smokey’s Café 11am-2pm Tuesday 26th March.
Travel Vaccine Clinic at Student Health Unit
If you’re travelling this summer you can book in to the Student Health Unit for your travel vaccines. More information and prices here.
Need Help?
With Maths – SUMS
With Programming – Computer DISC
With Writing – Academic Writing Centre
With Academic Skills – Academic Skills Hub
With Anything – SU Grinds Register
FREE STI Clinics
The free STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit in Áras na Mac Léinn is by appointment only phone 091 492 604 to book. Remember you can pick up FREE condoms from the SU Office or the SU Engineering Desk all year long.
Daffodil Day Coffee Morning TOMORROW
There will be a Daffodil Day Coffee Morning 10am-12pm on Friday 22nd of March at the Coffee Dock on the 3rd Floor of Áras Moyola. There’ll be a raffle, coffee, goodies and daffodil pins on sale all to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. Want to help out? Email fiona.lowry@nuigalway.ie
Charity Take Me Out Tonight!
Entresoc are hosting a charity Take Me Out at Sult from 8pm tonight in aid of the Jack & Jill Foundation. Tickets are €5 and include free entry to Electric/44.
Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes
- 19:35 Friday 22nd March Connacht vs Benetton: NUIG-Ben-1819
- 15:00 Saturday 13th April Connacht vs Cardiff: NUIG-Car-1819
Buy your tickets on the Connacht Rugby website and use the codes above to get the reduced rate NUIG student price. Valid for 50 tickets per match. NUIG student ID required. Bohermore Terrace only.
Rock Against Dementia Tomorrow
Free this Friday? Salthill Rotary present Galway Rock Against Dementia in the Róisín Dubh. Featuring RISE Choir – ‘Be Inspired’ , Vulture Casino, Galway Baytones and headliners BARDON. Please support the use of music as a treatment of dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Bonham Quay: An inclusive urban development?
This focus group will discuss the current student accommodation available in Galway and the thoughts of students regarding the accessibility/availability of student housing. We aim to open up a discussion about the upcoming student accommodation at Bonham Quay. We will ask focus group members about the inclusivity of the development and if they believe the needs of all students are being met. Contact rmnk@st-andrews.ac.uk to take part in the Focus Group
DCU Undergrad Summer Internships
Applications invited from undergrad students studying science and health related disciplines for DCU Undergrad Summer Research Internship Programme. Applicants don’t have to be DCU students and interns will receive a stipend of €1,825 gross. Deadline 8th 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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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 TODAY! #NUIGSU19
Today is your chance to vote to decide who will be your SU Part Time Officers so make your voice heard! Bring your NUIG ID card and vote:
- 10am-8pm Concourse (old Print That Shop near Smokey’s Café)
- 11am-8pm Áras na Mac Léinn
- 12pm-5pm Engineering Building
- 10am-8pm via Remote Vote on the SU Website
All the information about who is running for election and how you can also run for election is available here.
Please note: Only Society Auditors may vote for Society Chairperson and only Club Captains may vote for Clubs’ Captain 10am-8pm in the Concourse polling station.
#FundTheFuture Walk Out 1pm Thurs 21st March
At 1pm next Thurs 21st of March 2019 we are asking all NUI Galway students and staff to leave their lectures in a walk out to demand that the Government #FundTheFuture
Here’s why:
- We reject the idea of a loan scheme to fund higher education and condemn the current €3,000 contribution fee.
- We believe Education is a public good and should be funded as such.
For more information contact su.president@nuigalway.ie
Want to Run for Election?
We have a number of part time officer positions left to fill and nominations open today!
- Postgraduate Taught Officer
- Postgraduate Research Officer
- International Students Officer
- Ethnic Minorities Officer
Nominations for these positions open 10am today Thurs 14th of March (nomination forms available from the SU and SU Website). Nominations close 5pm Thurs 21st of March (nomination forms must be returned to the box in the SU Office). The Election will take place on Thurs 28th March.
SU Council Chair Elections
Nominations are now open for the position of SU Council Chair. Nominations close at 5pm on Tuesday 19th of March. Nomination forms are available from the SU Office/Website. Please note that only registered Class Reps can run for, nominate and vote in this election. The Election will take place at 6pm on Monday 25th of March in the O’Flaherty Theatre.
Vodafone Freebies Today!
Vodafone will be in Áras na Mac Léinn today promoting their Vodafone X offer from 11am-4pm. They will be giving all switching customers free wireless Plantronics headphones when they switch!
Charity Week Events – Volunteers Needed!
Monday 25th March
Tuesday 26th March
- 11am-3pm Bake sale in Smokey’s Café – Treat yourself Tuesday!
- 8pm Sex Toy Bingo in the Corrib Room at Sult – €3 entry includes free mini sex toy! Tickets from EventBrite
Wednesday 27th March
- 12.30pm-4pm Clothes Drive in Áras na Mac Léinn – Take some clothes/leave a donation.
- 11pm Super Club in Electric/FourFour in aid of the SU Charities. Tickets from Uniphi
All events are raising funds for the Galway Rape Crisis Centre and COPE Galway. To volunteer email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie
Sin Issue 11
Read the latest issue of Sin newspaper here: https://issuu.com/fuzzfuzz/docs/volume_20_issue_11
#NUIGSU19 Full Time Officer Election Results
You can read the results from last week’s election HERE.
Spotting Toxic Relationships Talk
Join us for a talk and Q&A on “Spotting Toxic Relationships and the Psychology behind Them” at 6.30pm on Wednesday 20th of March. Light refreshments provided on the night! The talk will be given by Christie Tetreault, a PhD candidate at the NUIG School of Psychology and member of the Risky and Extreme Behaviour Research Group.
The Semester 2 Exam Timetable will be available online from 12noon TODAY Thursday 14th of March. Semester 2 exams will begin on Monday 8th April (5MB3 Students Only) and Tuesday 23rd April (All Students). All exams will end on Friday 10th of May. 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).
Need Help?
With Maths – SUMS
With Programming – Computer DISC
With Writing – Academic Writing Centre
With Academic Skills – Academic Skills Hub
With Anything – SU Grinds Register
FREE STI Clinics
The free STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit in Áras na Mac Léinn is by appointment only phone 091 492 604 to book. Remember you can pick up FREE condoms from the SU Office or the SU Engineering Desk all year long.
Marchathon Week 2 Competitions
- Team Photo Competition: St. Patrick’s Day Themed Team Photo Competition the most creative, innovative and hilarious photos will win Smarter Travel Goodie Packs for the team. All photos must be submitted by 1pm Fri 15th March at this link.
- Go the Distance Competition – Machu Picchu Inca Trail: This week we’re challenging your team to complete the Machu Picchu Inca Trail (45km), by achieving a weekly team average of 60,000 steps. Each team that achieves an average of 60,000 steps and above will be entered into a draw for a Smarter Travel Goodie Pack and €10 Me2You Gift Card for each member of the team!
You can still sign up to take part in the Marchathon Challenge and win prizes for walking here.
Daffodil Day Coffee Morning
There will be a Daffodil Day Coffee Morning 10am-12pm on Friday 22nd of March at the Coffee Dock on the 3rd Floor of Áras Moyola. There’ll be a raffle, coffee, goodies and daffodil pins on sale all to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. Want to help out? Email fiona.lowry@nuigalway.ie
Meditation Day – Free Tickets
9am-4pm Thursday 25th of April the School of Education will be hosting a full day of relaxation techniques and meditation. Choose to attend the full day 9am-4pm or the half day 1.15pm-4pm. Get free tickets here.
USIT will be on campus Weds 20th March with information on the J1 Visa, Camp Counsellor Visa, Graduate Visas and lots more 12pm-2pm at Smokey’s and 2pm-3pm in the Large Acoustic Room in Áras na Mac Léinn.
1pm Tomorrow is the Deadline to Apply for the ALIVE Volunteering Award
Finish your application with input of at least 12 hours of volunteering and at least 4 reflective questions on your volunteering experience and be awarded with President’s Award/ALIVE Certificate for your volunteering and Civic Engagement.
Deadline: 1pm Fri 15th March! Ceremony: 12pm Tues 2nd April in Bailey Allen Hall
Are You Registered to Vote?
The deadline to register to vote or to change your address to make sure you can vote on 24th of May in the Local Elections, European Elections and Blasphemy Referendum is Tuesday 7th of May. You can pick up the paperwork to register to vote or to change your address details in the Students’ Union Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm.
NUIG 5k Early Bird Registration is Open
The NUI Galway 5k run in aid of Jigsaw Galway takes place at 7pm on Tuesday 2nd of April. This is a spectacular Run, Jog or Walk around the University Campus along the banks of the river Corrib. Early bird registration rate is €10 for students and €15 for staff/public until the 26th of March and includes a free t-shirt! Register here.
Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes
- 19:35 Friday 22nd March Connacht vs Benetton: NUIG-Ben-1819
- 15:00 Saturday 13th April Connacht vs Cardiff: NUIG-Car-1819
Buy your tickets on the Connacht Rugby website and use the codes above to get the reduced rate NUIG student price. Valid for 50 tickets per match. NUIG student ID required. Bohermore Terrace only.
Friday’s for Future Galway 1pm Tomorrow
Secondary school students from all over Galway will skip school this Friday to take part in a school strike for the environment and they have invited NUI Galway students to join them. The students will gather in Eyre Square at 1pm this Friday 15th March to protest for the Irish Government to take immediate action on climate change.
CUSP Sustainability Summer Internships Applications Close Tuesday 19th March
The Community and University Sustainability Project Team (CUSP) is seeking to offer Sustainability Leadership Awards to up to 4 NUI Galway Students to advance the roll-out of the NUI Galway Sustainability Strategy 2017-2020. The Awards are being offered in 4 project theme areas namely Energy; Water; Nature & Ecosystems; and Communications & Engagement. The awards are open to NUI Galway Students and successful applicants will be awarded an 8 week scholarship (June-August 2018) funded by the NUI Galway Students’ Union through the Student Project Fund. Log onto our CUSP website to find out more information.
Chronic Pain Research Study
Researchers at the Centre for Pain Research in NUI Galway would like to invite people with chronic pain and at least one other chronic condition to take part in a research study where they will get the opportunity to use a new online psychological programme. To find out more about the study, please email painresearch@nuigalway.ie – the study will close to new participants soon!
Health Promotion Postgrad Open Evening Fri 29th March
This is an information event for anyone considering postgraduate study in the area of Health Promotion, Workplace Wellness and Cardiovascular Health. It’s an opportunity to meet with our staff, find out more about our programmes and visit our campus. Email for further information: hpinfo@nuigalway.ie
NUI Galway St. Patrick’s Day Bank Holiday Arrangements 2019
- Monday 18th of March is a Bank Holiday so there are no lectures.
- The Students’ Union Office will CLOSE at 5pm on Fri 15th March and will reopen at 10am on Tues 19th March.
- The Students’ Union Engineering Desk will CLOSE at 3pm on Fri 15th of March and reopen at 11am on Tues 19th March.
- The Students’ Union Shop Sat 16th March 10am-4pm, CLOSED Sun 17th & Mon 18th March.
- Sult will be CLOSED Sat 16th, Sun 17th & Mon 18th March. Reopening 8.30am Tues 19th March.
- Caifé na Gaeilge CLOSED Sat 16th, Sun 17th and Mon 18th March.
- Smokey’s Café is open Sat 16th March 9am-5pm, Sun 17th March 11am-4pm, CLOSED Mon 18th March.
- The Wall Café is open Sat 16th March 9am-3pm, Sun 17th & Mon 18th March 11am-3pm
- The James Hardiman Library will be CLOSED on Mon 18th March.
- The Reading Room will be open as usual.
- The Student Health Unit will be CLOSED on Mon 18th March.
- Sin Newspaper will be back with a new issue on Tues 2nd April.
- For details about Computer Suite Access check HERE
Lá Fhéile Pádraig Sona Daoibh!
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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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.
Today is your chance to vote to decide who will be the next Students’ Union President, VP/Education Officer and VP/Welfare & Equality Officer so make your voice heard! Bring your NUIG ID card and vote:
- 10am-8pm Concourse (old Print That Shop near Smokey’s Café)
- 11am-8pm Áras na Mac Léinn
- 12pm-5pm Engineering Building
- 10am-8pm via Remote Vote on the SU Website
Voting to elect your Part Time Officers takes place on campus 10am-8pm next Thursday 14th of March. If you won’t be on campus to vote Remote Vote Registration via the SU Website will open this weekend and you have until midnight Weds 13th March to register.
The Semester 2 Exam Timetable will be available online from 12noon Thursday 14th of March. Semester 2 exams will begin on Monday 8th April (5MB3 Students Only) and Tuesday 23rd April (All Students). All exams will end on Friday 10th of May. 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).
International Women’s Day #Time4Equality
We will be joining the International Women’s Day #Time4Equality protest at 3.30pm tomorrow Friday 8th March in Eyre Square – please join us!
Sin Election Special
Still not decided who to vote for today? Read the Sin Election Special for interviews with all the candidates. Remember voting closes at 8pm TODAY!
Need Help?
With Maths – SUMS
With Programming – Computer DISC
With Writing – Academic Writing Centre
With Academic Skills – Academic Skills Hub
With Anything – SU Grinds Register
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2019 #SnaG19
Neart imeachtaí ar siúl in OE Gaillimh mar chuid de Sheachtain na Gaeilge. Féach Anseo.
Still Want to Run for SU Elections?
We have a number of part time officer positions left to fill.
- Postgraduate Taught Officer
- Postgraduate Research Officer
- International Students Officer
- Ethnic Minorities Officer
If you are interested in running for election to any of these positions just give us a shout on elections@su.nuigalway.ie
SU Council Chair Election nominations will open at 10am on Monday 11th of March and close at 5pm Tuesday 19th of March. Nomination forms will be available from the SU Office and website.
First Steps To Success Free Careers Event TODAY
4pm-5.30pm today head along to HBB-G019 in the Human Biology Building to learn how to develop your personal brand, understand your worth and optimise your career with Sonya Lennon (Designer, Broadcaster, Entrepreneur and Campaigner). Own your worth and plan your game strategy.
FREE STI Clinics
The free STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit in Áras na Mac Léinn is by appointment only phone 091 492 604 to book. Remember you can pick up FREE condoms from the SU Office or the SU Engineering Desk all year long.
GigSoc are hosting the NUI Galway Pride Parade next Wednesday. All are welcome to gather at the Engineering Building at 1:30pm on Wednesday 13th March and the parade will end with free food and speeches in the Cube in Áras na Mac Léinn.
International Paintball Group will be on campus 11am-4pm TODAY Thursday 7th of March in Áras na Mac Léinn with great deals on paintballing trips in Ireland and around the world!
Student Achievement Awards Nominations Close 5pm Tues 12th March
Nominations for the Student Achievement Awards Ireland 2019 are now OPEN with a record total of 22 awards categories! The awards recognise the great achievements of students all over Ireland, and their dedication to improving education and society. If you are one of the shortlisted nominees you will be invited to the USI SAAI Awards Ceremony in Dublin on April 18th. Go to usi.ie/awards/ to find out more and submit a nomination online.
Marchathon Competition Time
- Team Photo Competition: This week we want to see the most creative, quirky and original photos of your team ‘Stepping’ up to the Challenge, so grab your team mates and get posing. Each member of the winning teams will be awarded a Smarter Travel Goodie Pack! All photos must be submitted by 12pm on Friday 8th March at this link.
- Go the Distance Competition- Cliffs of Moher Walking Trail: Each week we will be challenging your team to collectively complete a well-known walking trail, or climb to the top of a mountain. This week we’re staying close to home and challenging you to achieve a team average of 45,000 steps during the first week of the competition, to complete the Cliffs of Moher Walking Trail (up and back – that’s 37km in total). Teams who reach a team average of 45,000 steps or above will be entered into a draw for Me2You Shopping Vouchers and Smarter Travel Goodie Packs.
You can still join the Marchathon challenge at any time in March – just register your team of 3-6 online and get walking!
Fancy spending your summer in America doing something you love, travelling and exploring everything the USA has to offer? USA Summer Camp will be on campus today Thursday the 7th of March in Áras na Mac Léinn to tell you about your J1 options and opportunities!
Outreach project ‘Let’s Talk Cancer’
‘Let’s Talk Cancer’ aims to dispel the numerous myths surrounding the risk factors associated with cancer, where facts can often be misinterpreted and research studies sensationalised. This is achieved through short, snappy, animated videos! The first video focuses on obesity and its links to breast cancer: Watch it Here.
They would also like people to vote for the next topic that they would like to see discussed through this link.
Table Quiz TONIGHT in aid of Maths & Education Final Year Symposium
There will be a fun Pub Quiz at 8pm on Thursday 7th of March at Sult. It’s just €20 per table, max of 4 people per team with lots of spot prizes up for grabs.
Student Survey on AED’s
Some NUI Galway students are carrying out a survey to see how aware people are of local AEDs and the need for them. Please complete their survey here.
Vodafone Promotion next Thursday
Vodafone will be in Áras na Mac Léinn 11am-4pm Thursday 14th of March with lots of deals, freebies and prizes!
PhD Write Up Bursary Applications Open
The closing date for completed applications is Friday, 26 April 2019.
Student Lifestyle Survey + Prizes!
Some NUI Galway students are doing a project with Croí and they are trying to get some feedback into the lifestyle of students on campus. They will be in the Bialann 1pm-3pm this Monday 11th March with prizes for people completing their survey. Please complete their quick survey here.
Upcoming FREE Courses & Workshops
- 5.30pm-7pm Tuesday 12th March Note Taking and Study Skills Workshop in the Library Lobby G010. Learn effective note taking. Organise your study & limit distractions.
- 7pm-8.30pm Wednesday 13th March Managing your Time and Workload Workshop in Library Lobby G010. Gain control & balance of your time and life. Work smarter – not harder.
Student Budget Planner App Survey
Some NUI Galway students need your help with their survey on a student App providing money management, local & online discounts, healthy living guide, accommodation assistance and a student carpooling forum. Complete the survey here.
The Academic Writing Centre is Open Until the 29th of March
Drop into them in the library, if you’d like to work on your writing – their one-on-one tutorials are free! No appointment necessary.
Opening hours are as follows:
- Mon: 6pm-8pm
- Tues: 11am-1pm and 6pm-8pm
- Weds: 11am-1pm and 6pm-8pm
- Thurs: 11am-1pm and 4pm-6pm (with priority given for access students)
Buail isteach chuig an Ionad Scríbhneoireachta Acadúla nó The Academic Writing Centre mar sin, áit a gcabhrófar leat na diabhail aistí sin a chur i gcrích. Suite ar an dara hurlár den leabharlann, glacaimid le scoláirí Nua-Ghaeilge ar an Luan, an Mháirt agus an Chéadaoin 6-8.
GigSoc Launch T Fund
The T Fund recognises the extra financial burden faced by transgender and non-binary students. Funding is provided to students of NUI Galway for financial costs related to social transition. For more info email gigsoc@socs.nuigalway.ie
NUIG Free Astronomy Conference this Saturday
The joint congress of University Astronomy Societies will take place 9am-5pm on Saturday 9th March in the Human Biology Building at NUIG. There are five speakers, Prof Andy Shearer and Dr Mark Lang from NUIG, Prof Niall Smith CIT, Prof Créidhe O’ Sullivan Maynooth University, and Prof Stuart Reid University of Strathclyde. There will be refreshments throughout the day and the event is totally free.
#SnaG19 Arts in Action & BLOC Event
BLOC & Arts in Action present for an eclectic lunchtime event, the spoken word collective REIC & DJ Shampain in the O’Donoghue Theatre 1pm Weds 13th March.
Get your free tickets here.
Research Study: Factors Affecting Blood Donation Intentions and Behaviours
Last chance to take part! NUI Galway students are invited to take part in a research study investigating the factors that influence how likely people are to donate blood. Participation involves filling out a 10 minute online survey here.
For more info contact L.HOLDEN3@nuigalway.ie or S.GERAGHTY13@nuigalway.ie. NB: You may not take part in this study if you are unable to donate blood, or if you are under 18 years of age.
Free Weekly Mindfulness Classes
Every week during term there are FREE Mindfulness classes at NUI Galway. Feel free to drop in – all are welcome.
- 8.10am-8.50am Tuesdays Mindfulness for Beginners Class in AC201
- 1.10pm-1.50pm Wednesdays Mindfulness Shared Practice in AC201
Mikkeller Running Club This Sunday
The free running club with a difference is back this Sunday 10th of March. Join them at 12.30pm on Sunday starting/finishing at the Salthouse for a 5/8/10k run along the Prom and get a free beer at the end for your efforts!
Cancer Care West Information Stand
Cancer Care West will have an information stand 12pm-3pm Weds 13th March at Smokey’s Café. Call up with any queries or concerns that you might have.
Darkness Into Light Early Bird Registration
Registration is now open for this year’s Darkness Into Light 5k Walk/Run in aid of Pieta House at 4.15am on Saturday 11th of May. The early bird rate is available until the 31st of March. Sign up here.
Applications close at 4pm tomorrow Friday 8th of March for the Mayor’s Awards. The Awards are a yearly initiative by Galway City Council to acknowledge voluntary work carried out by people within Galway City.
NUIG 5k Early Bird Registration is Open
The NUI Galway 5k run in aid of Jigsaw Galway takes place at 7pm on Tuesday 2nd of April. This is a spectacular Run, Jog or Walk around the University Campus along the banks of the river Corrib. Early bird registration rate is €10 for students and €15 for staff/public and includes a free t-shirt! Register here.
Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes
- 19:35 Friday 22nd March Connacht vs Benetton: NUIG-Ben-1819
- 15:00 Saturday 13th April Connacht vs Cardiff: NUIG-Car-1819
Buy your tickets on the Connacht Rugby website and use the codes above to get the reduced rate NUIG student price. Valid for 50 tickets per match. NUIG student ID required. Bohermore Terrace only.
Give Blood In Galway This March
- 5pm-8.30pm Tues 19th, Weds 20th & Thurs 21st March Clybaun Hotel
- 12pm-3.30pm Sun 24th March Clybaun Hotel
- 5pm-8.30pm Tues 26th, Weds 27th and Thurs 28th March Menlo Park Hotel
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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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.
SU Part Time Officer Nominations Close 5pm TODAY!
Nomination forms are available from the SU Office and the SU Website now for the following positions:
- Oifigeach na Gaeilge
- Mature Students’ Officer
- Postgraduate Taught Officer
- Postgraduate Research Officer
- Societies Chairperson
- Clubs Captain
- Convenor of the College of Arts, Social Sciences & Celtic Studies
- Convenor of the College of Science
- Convenor of the College of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences
- Convenor of the College of Business, Public Policy & Law
- Convenor of the College of Engineering & Informatics
- International Students Officer
- Gender and LGBT+ Rights Officer
- Disability Rights Officer
- Ethnic Minorities Officer
Marchathon Starts Monday – Freebies Tomorrow!
Call up to the Students’ Union Office tomorrow Friday 1st March 10am-11am to register your team for the Marchathon Challenge which starts on Monday. We will have (limited) freebies including 10 goodie bags with memory sticks, pedometers and high vis stuff! Just let us know your team name.
How to take part:
- Get into a team of 3 – 6 people
- Sign up online at www.activetravellogger.ie
- Get a Step Counter — download an app (e.g. Free Smarter Travel Step Counter), buy a pedometer, use a Fit Bit, or other step tracking device
- From 4th March to 29th March get walking where possible, aiming to increase your steps throughout the challenge
- Have Fun and Get Competitive!
Hustings Tonight 7pm Kirwan Theatre
There’s another chance at 7pm tonight to meet your candidates who are running for election and hear what they have to say. Hustings for President, VP/Education and VP/Welfare & Equality hosted by Lit & Deb takes place in the Kirwan Theatre. Come along to listen, question and decide who to vote for on the 7th of March!
Sin Issue 10
Read the latest issue of Sin online HERE
Class Reps Council This Monday
SU Class Reps Council meeting 6pm Monday 4th of March in the O’Flaherty Theatre. This meeting includes hustings for Union of Students in Ireland (USI) Elections.
All Class Reps must attend.
#NUIGSU19 Vote on Thursday 7th of March 10am-8pm
Election Polling will take place in the following locations next Thursday to elect your new President, VP/Education Officer and VP/Welfare Officer – Bring NUIG ID!
- 10am-8pm on The Concourse
- 11am-8pm in Áras na Mac Léinn
- 12pm-5pm in the Engineering Building
Not on campus to vote in #NUISU19 on Thurs 7th March?
- Register for your Remote Vote by logging on to the SU Website before midnight Weds 6th March.
2. Log on to the website 10am-8pm Thurs 7th March and Vote!
7pm-8.30pm Tuesday 5th of March Exam Preparation Workshop in Library Lobby G010. Admission Free. Plan your study. Answer Strategies. Study Techniques. Pomodoro study method.
Table Quiz this Tuesday
The NUIG Women’s Rugby team are having a Table Quiz at Sult at 7pm on Tuesday 5th of March. There are lots of great prizes to win on the night and it’s only €5 per person with 4/5 people per table.
Mentor Recruitment is Open
Student Connect are beginning to recruit mentors for next year’s first year students. If anyone is interested they should apply online here: here. Applicants should be from any of the following colleges: Arts, Science, Medicine and Health Science, and Law. Mentoring is an extremely rewarding role. Questions can be directed to studentconnect@nuigalway.ie
International Paintball Group will be on campus 11am-4pm next Thursday 7th of March in Áras na Mac Léinn with great deals on paintballing trips in Ireland and around the world!
Find Your Masters month at NUI Galway
If you’re thinking about postgrad study, then Find Your Masters month should be of interest to you. Events include a Power Brunch, lunchtime presentations, a Mini Open Evening, and more. Full schedule online: check calendar often, events will be added as they present. Email postgrad@nuigalway.ie for information.
NUIG 5k Early Bird Registration is Open
The NUI Galway 5k run in aid of Jigsaw Galway takes place at 7pm on Tuesday 2nd of April. This is a spectacular Run, Jog or Walk around the University Campus along the banks of the river Corrib. Early bird registration rate is €10 for students and €15 for staff/public and includes a free t-shirt! Register here.
CUSP Sustainability Summer Internships on offer at NUI Galway
The Community and University Sustainability Project Team (CUSP) is seeking to offer Sustainability Leadership Awards to up to 4 NUI Galway Students to advance the roll-out of the NUI Galway Sustainability Strategy 2017-2020. The Awards are being offered in 4 project theme areas namely Energy; Water; Nature & Ecosystems; and Communications & Engagement. The awards are open to NUI Galway Students and successful applicants will be awarded an 8 week scholarship (June-August 2018) funded by the NUI Galway Students’ Union through the Student Project Fund. Log onto our CUSP website to find out more information. Closing date for applications is Tuesday 19th March.
Lower Back Pain Study – Participants Needed
Undergraduate students are needed to complete a questionnaire on the prevalence and factors associated with low back pain among undergraduate students at NUI Galway. Complete the questionnaire HERE.
Table Quiz in aid of Maths & Education Final Year Symposium
There will be a fun Pub Quiz at 8pm on Thursday 7th of March at Sult. It’s just €20 per table, max of 4 people per team with lots of spot prizes up for grabs.
The Student Connect Mentoring team are having a Casino Night in DNA on Wednesday the 20th March. Early bird tickets are €15 and €20 thereafter. There will be a lot of amazing prizes given away on the night including an iPad bundle for someone who buys a ticket to the event.
USA J1 Info
Fancy spending your summer in America doing something you love, travelling and exploring everything the USA has to offer? USA Summer Camp will be in Áras na Mac Léinn next Thursday the 7th of March to tell you about your J1 options and opportunities! More Info.
Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes
- 14:45 Saturday 2nd March Connacht vs Ospreys: NUIG-Osp-1819
- 19:35 Friday 22nd March Connacht vs Benetton: NUIG-Ben-1819
- 15:00 Saturday 13th April Connacht vs Cardiff: NUIG-Car-1819
Buy your tickets on the Connacht Rugby website and use the codes above to get the reduced rate NUIG student price. Valid for 50 tickets per match. NUIG student ID required. Bohermore Terrace only.
Carna Galway – Brazilian Carnival
Our annual Great Carnival Party is back again, this time at Electric Theatre and Garden on March the 3rd from 2pm with live bands, DJs, dance classes, capoeira performances, and loads of food in our food market. Free entry and family friendly event.
Give Blood In Galway This March
- 12pm-3.30pm Tues 5th & Weds 6th March Bailey Allen Hall, NUIG
- 5pm-8.30pm Tues 19th, Weds 20th & Thurs 21st March Clybaun Hotel
- 12pm-3.30pm Sun 24th March Clybaun Hotel
- 5pm-8.30pm Tues 26th, Weds 27th and Thurs 28th March Menlo Park Hotel
International Women’s Day Fundraiser
To mark International Women’s Day there will be an Open Mic Fundraiser 9.30am-11.30am Friday 8th of March at the Kitchen Café in Galway City Museum in aid of Domestic Violence Response. Entry is €10 and includes coffee and cake. More details from info@domesticviolenceresponse.com
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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult 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.
#NUIGSU19 Nominations close at 5pm TODAY for:
- President
- Vice-President/Education Officer
- Vice-President/Welfare and Equality Officer
These are full time paid positions €24,000 (gross) and are open to all registered NUI Galway students. Completed nomination forms must be left to the box in the SU Office by 5pm today.
Sin Issue 9
Read Issue 9 of Sin newspaper Here.
NUIG Marchathon Challenge – Win Prizes for Walking!
The Marchathon Step Challenge is back at NUI Galway Monday 4th March – Friday 29th March. Win some great prizes, including Garmin Activity Trackers, Me2U Shopping Vouchers, and Smarter Travel Goodie Packs! This March we’re challenging you to grab some team mates, lace up your walking shoes and march your way to some great prizes! Make sure to sign up by Sunday 24th of February to be in with a chance to win a €50 Shopping Voucher in the early registration draw! The first 50 people to register will also get a Step Counter – absolutely free!
How to take part
- Get into a team of 3 – 6 people
- Sign up online at www.activetravellogger.ie
- Team captain: choose a team name and set your team up on the Active Travel Logger
- Team members: sign up online at Active Travel Logger, find a team and join it.
- Get a Step Counter — download an app (e.g. Free Smarter Travel Step Counter), buy a pedometer, use a Fit Bit, or other step tracking device
- From 4th March to 29th March get walking where possible, aiming to increase your steps throughout the challenge
- Have Fun and Get Competitive!
#NUIGSU19 Elections Nominations Open TODAY!
- Nominations for the 15 voluntary part-time officer positions will open at 10am TODAY Thursday the 21st of February and will close at 5pm on Thursday 28th of February at which point completed nomination forms must be returned to the box in the SU Office. The Election will take place 10am-8pm Thursday the 14th of March.
- Nominations for the voluntary SU Council Chairperson position will open at 10am on Monday 11th of March and will close at 5pm on Tuesday 19th of March. The Election will take place at the last SU Council meeting of the year at 6pm on Monday 25th of March. Please note that only registered Class Reps can run for, nominate and vote in this election.
Your full guide to running for SU Elections 2019/20 is available HERE
Have you registered for your Seanad Éireann Vote? The deadline to get your completed registration form in is this Tuesday the 26th of February so get it on your to-do list! Registration forms are also available in the SU Office upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn. More information here.
Upcoming Class Reps Meetings
| Mon 25th Feb | 2pm – 3pm | Meeting Room 1 & 2 | Áras na Mac Léinn | Postgrad Council |
| Mon 25th Feb | 6pm – 7pm | AC204 | Arts Concourse | Science Council |
| Tues 26th Feb | 6pm – 7pm | MY123 Seminar Room 1 | Áras Moyola | Health Sciences Council |
| Mon 4th March | 6pm – 9pm | O’Flaherty Theatre | Arts Concourse | SU Council |
| Mon 25th March | 6pm – 9pm | O’Flaherty Theatre | Arts Concourse | SU Council |
More information from su.education@nuigalway.ie
J1 Information Sessions this Monday
USIT will be on campus this Monday 25th February with lots of J1 and Summer camp information to help you plan your summer. They’ll be at Smokey’s café 3pm-4pm and in the Large Acoustic Room from 5pm.
Student Survey Closes this Sunday – Win Prizes!
The National Student Survey is your chance to make a difference to the future of students at NUI Galway. The survey is open to: First Year Undergrad, Final Year Undergrad and Taught Postgrad students. There are lots of prizes to be won by filling out the survey too.
Connacht Rugby NUIG Student Discount Tickets
Use the following discount codes online to get the reduced NUI Galway student rate for these Connacht Rugby home matches:
- 2.45pm Saturday 2nd March Connacht vs Ospreys CODE: NUIG-Osp-1819
Limited to 50 tickets per match for the Bohermore Terrace only. NUI Galway Student ID required.
Irish Rail & NUIG Student ID Cards
Irish Rail and Bus Éireann will only recognise the NUI Galway Student ID for 4 years from date of issue. They take the first two digits from your student number as the date of issue. If your card is more than 4 years old or you are a returning student and are using your original student number you will need to purchase a Student Leap Card in order to get discounted travel with Irish Rail and Bus Éireann and avoid a fine. You can purchase a Student Leap Card from the Students’ Union office for €10 just apply online here for your code first. You can find more information about Irish Rail’s Terms and Conditions here. You can also now top-up your Student Leap Card with credit in the SU Office. More information HERE.
Postgrad Grants Information Today
As part of Find Your Masters month SUSI will be on campus today giving information about Postgraduate Grants.
- 11am-1pm Postgrad Grants Info Stand in the Foyer of the James Hardiman Library – Visit the stand and have your Postgraduate grant queries answered.
- 1.15pm-1.45pm Postgraduate Grants presentation by SUSI Grants Authority with time for Q&A at the end in the Fottrell Theatre, AM200, Arts Millennium Building
Applications for NUIG President´s Award for Volunteering Are Open
You can apply on https://auth.yourspace.nuigalway.ie/
Deadline for applications: 1pm Friday 15th March. Awards Ceremony: Tuesday 2nd April in the Bailey Allen Hall. More info: alive@nuigalway.ie
Speed Dating
There will be a speed dating event in aid of the Meningitis Research Foundation at 8pm on Wednesday 6th of March at Sult. Entry is €5 and includes free finger food. All preferences welcome! Tickets on sale 12pm-4pm Weds 27th February at Smokey’s Café and also on the night.
Childline Bake Sale this Tues
There will be a bake sale 11am-3pm this Tuesday 26th of February at Smokey’s Café in aid of Childline. Come along and either buy an already decorated bun or decorate their own cupcake to add to the fun. Have a #treatyourselfTuesday moment for just €2 in aid of Childline.
Upcoming FREE Courses & Workshops
7pm-8.30pm Tuesday 26th February Assignment Preparation Workshop in Library Lobby G010. Admission Free. Includes: Top most important assignment tips. Take the fear out of getting started and completing assignments.
Free workshop – Bright Ideas – Investigate Your Business Idea
2pm-4pm Thursday 7th of March hosted by the Galway Local Enterprise Office in the Blackstone Launchpad Space on the Concourse. This special workshop will give young entrepreneurs all the knowledge and information they need to come up with a viable business idea. More info here.
Equestrian Club Table Quiz
NUIG Equestrian Club is hosting a fundraising table quiz at 7:30pm in SULT on Tuesday the 26th of February. Great prizes to be won including an overnight stay in a boutique hotel, Handsome Burger vouchers, Dough Bro vouchers and Electric wristbands as well as complementary finger food! Admission is €5 per person and you need a team of four so bring friends. More Info.
The joint congress of University Astronomy Societies will take place 9am-5pm on Saturday 9th March in the Human Biology Building at NUIG. There are five speakers, Prof Andy Shearer and Dr Mark Lang from NUIG, Prof Niall Smith CIT, Prof Créidhe O’ Sullivan Maynooth University, and Prof Stuart Reid University of Srathclyde. There will be refreshments throughout the day and the event is totally free.
Be heard – On ending racial discrimination in Ireland
The Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission in association with the National Youth Council of Ireland are inviting young people – aged 16-24 – to tell us how the Irish government could create a more just and equal society that is free of racial discrimination. The event takes place 10am-4.30pm Saturday 30th of March in Dublin. Travel costs for participants will be covered.
5k Your Way – Move Against Cancer
Anyone who is living with or beyond cancer (+Family + Friends +Community) are invited to join this event 9.30am on Saturday 23rd of February at the Renville Park Oranmore Parkrun. All ages/abilities welcome including walkers. More Info
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 Instagram Snapchat (@nuigsu) and Twitter.
Our office is located upstairs in the Áras na Mac Léinn building beside Sult and we are open Monday to Friday 10am-5pm.
Our reception desk in the Engineering Building foyer is open Monday – Friday 11am-3pm.