Events Archives - NUI Galway Students' Union

SU Weekly Email 25 – 14th March 2019

Weekly Email

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 21^st 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 14^th of March (nomination forms available from the SU and SU Website). Nominations close 5pm Thurs 21^st of March (nomination forms must be returned to the box in the SU Office). The Election will take place on Thurs 28^th March.

SU Council Chair Elections

Nominations are now open for the position of SU Council Chair. Nominations close at 5pm on Tuesday 19^th 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 25^th 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 25^th March

11am-2pm Line of Euros – Help us make a line of Euros outside the Arts Millennium Building

Tuesday 26^th 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 27^th March

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 20^th 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.

Semester 2 Exam Timetable

The Semester 2 Exam Timetable will be available online from 12noon TODAY Thursday 14^th of March. Semester 2 exams will begin on Monday 8^th April (5MB3 Students Only) and Tuesday 23^rd April (All Students). All exams will end on Friday 10^th 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 15^th 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 22^nd of March at the Coffee Dock on the 3^rd 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 25^th 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 Visa Information Day

USIT will be on campus Weds 20^th 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 24^th of May in the Local Elections, European Elections and Blasphemy Referendum is Tuesday 7^th 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 2^nd 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 26^th of March and includes a free t-shirt! Register here.

Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes

19:35 Friday 22^nd March Connacht vs Benetton: NUIG-Ben-1819
15:00 Saturday 13^th 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 15^th March to protest for the Irish Government to take immediate action on climate change.

CUSP Sustainability Summer Internships Applications Close Tuesday 19^th 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 29^th 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 18^th of March is a Bank Holiday so there are no lectures.
The Students’ Union Office will CLOSE at 5pm on Fri 15^th March and will reopen at 10am on Tues 19^th March.
The Students’ Union Engineering Desk will CLOSE at 3pm on Fri 15^th of March and reopen at 11am on Tues 19^th March.
The Students’ Union Shop Sat 16^th March 10am-4pm, CLOSED Sun 17^th & Mon 18^th March.
Sult will be CLOSED Sat 16^th, Sun 17^th & Mon 18^th March. Reopening 8.30am Tues 19^th March.
Caifé na Gaeilge CLOSED Sat 16^th, Sun 17^th and Mon 18^th March.
Smokey’s Café is open Sat 16^th March 9am-5pm, Sun 17th March 11am-4pm, CLOSED Mon 18^th March.
The Wall Café is open Sat 16^th March 9am-3pm, Sun 17^th & Mon 18^th March 11am-3pm
The James Hardiman Library will be CLOSED on Mon 18^th March.
The Reading Room will be open as usual.
The Student Health Unit will be CLOSED on Mon 18^th March.
Sin Newspaper will be back with a new issue on Tues 2^nd 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.

Joanna Brophy March 14, 2019

SU Weekly Email 24 – 7th March 2019

Weekly Email

Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.

VOTE TODAY #NUIGSU19

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 14^th 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 13^th March to register.

Semester 2 Exam Timetable

The Semester 2 Exam Timetable will be available online from 12noon Thursday 14^th of March. Semester 2 exams will begin on Monday 8^th April (5MB3 Students Only) and Tuesday 23^rd April (All Students). All exams will end on Friday 10^th 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 8^th 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 11^th of March and close at 5pm Tuesday 19^th 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

NUIG Pride Parade

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.

Want to Go Paintballing?

International Paintball Group will be on campus 11am-4pm TODAY Thursday 7^th 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 12^th 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 8^th 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!

USA J1 Info Today

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 7^th 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 7^th 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 14^th 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 11^th March with prizes for people completing their survey. Please complete their quick survey here.

Upcoming FREE Courses & Workshops

5.30pm-7pm Tuesday 12^th 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 13^th 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 29^th 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 9^th 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 13^th 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 10^th 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 13^th 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 11^th of May. The early bird rate is available until the 31^st of March. Sign up here.

Galway City Mayor’s Awards

Applications close at 4pm tomorrow Friday 8^th 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

Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes

19:35 Friday 22^nd March Connacht vs Benetton: NUIG-Ben-1819
15:00 Saturday 13^th 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 19^th, Weds 20^th & Thurs 21^st March Clybaun Hotel
12pm-3.30pm Sun 24^th March Clybaun Hotel
5pm-8.30pm Tues 26^th, Weds 27^th and Thurs 28^th March Menlo Park Hotel

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy March 7, 2019

SU Weekly Email 23 – 28th February 2019

Weekly Email

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 1^st 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 7^th 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 7^th 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!

Free Exam Prep Workshop

7pm-8.30pm Tuesday 5^th 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 5^th 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

Want to Go Paintballing?

International Paintball Group will be on campus 11am-4pm next Thursday 7^th 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

CUSP Sustainability Summer Internships on offer at NUI Galway

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 7^th of March at Sult. It’s just €20 per table, max of 4 people per team with lots of spot prizes up for grabs.

Casino Night

The Student Connect Mentoring team are having a Casino Night in DNA on Wednesday the 20^th 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 7^th of March to tell you about your J1 options and opportunities! More Info.

Connacht Rugby Student Discount Ticket Codes

14:45 Saturday 2^nd March Connacht vs Ospreys: NUIG-Osp-1819
19:35 Friday 22^nd March Connacht vs Benetton: NUIG-Ben-1819
15:00 Saturday 13^th 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 5^th & Weds 6^th March Bailey Allen Hall, NUIG
5pm-8.30pm Tues 19^th, Weds 20^th & Thurs 21^st March Clybaun Hotel
12pm-3.30pm Sun 24^th March Clybaun Hotel
5pm-8.30pm Tues 26^th, Weds 27^th and Thurs 28^th 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 8^th 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

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.

Joanna Brophy February 28, 2019

SU Weekly Email 22 – 21st February 2019

Weekly Email

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.

Will you run?

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 21^st of February and will close at 5pm on Thursday 28^th 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 14^th of March.
Nominations for the voluntary SU Council Chairperson position will open at 10am on Monday 11^th of March and will close at 5pm on Tuesday 19^th of March. The Election will take place at the last SU Council meeting of the year at 6pm on Monday 25^th 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

Are you an NUI Graduate?

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 25^th Feb	2pm – 3pm	Meeting Room 1 & 2	Áras na Mac Léinn	Postgrad Council
Mon 25^th Feb	6pm – 7pm	AC204	Arts Concourse	Science Council
Tues 26^th Feb	6pm – 7pm	MY123 Seminar Room 1	Áras Moyola	Health Sciences Council
Mon 4^th March	6pm – 9pm	O’Flaherty Theatre	Arts Concourse	SU Council
Mon 25^th 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 25^th 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 2^nd 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 2^nd 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 6^th of March at Sult. Entry is €5 and includes free finger food. All preferences welcome! Tickets on sale 12pm-4pm Weds 27^th 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 26^th 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 26^th 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 7^th 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 26^th 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.

NUIG Astronomy Conference

The joint congress of University Astronomy Societies will take place 9am-5pm on Saturday 9^th 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 30^th 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 23^rd of February at the Renville Park Oranmore Parkrun. All ages/abilities welcome including walkers. More Info

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy February 21, 2019

SU Weekly Email 21 – 14th February 2019

Weekly Email

Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.

Neil Delamere This Monday!

€5 Tickets for comedians Neil Delamere and Gearoid Farrelly this Monday 18^th of February are on sale now from SU Office, SU Engineering Desk or Credit/Debit card bookings on 091 493 570.

#NUIGSU19 Elections Nominations Open TODAY!

Nominations for the 3 full-time paid officer positions of President, Vice-President/Education Officer and Vice-President/Welfare and Equality Officer will open at 10am TODAY Thursday 14^th of February. Nominations close at 5pm on Thursday 21^st 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 on Thursday the 7^th of March.
Nominations for the 15 voluntary part-time officer positions will open at 10am on Thursday the 21^st of February and will close at 5pm on Thursday 28^th 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 14^th of March.
Nominations for the voluntary SU Council Chairperson position will open at 10am on Monday 11^th of March and will close at 5pm on Tuesday 19^th of March. The Election will take place at the last SU Council meeting of the year at 6pm on Monday 25^th 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

SHAG Week Events TODAY Thurs 14^th Feb

5pm-7pm FREE STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit. Phone 091 492 604 for appointment.
8pm The Dirty Circus at Sult – Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret and Sauciness! FREE event in the main bar.

All day free condoms from the SU and SU Engineering Desk

Are you an NUI Graduate?

Have you registered for your Seanad Éireann Vote? The deadline to get your completed registration form in is 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 FREE Courses & Workshops

7pm-8.30pm Tuesday 19^th February Managing your Time and Workload. Library Lobby G010. Gain control & balance of your time and life. Work smarter – not harder.
5.30pm-7pm Wednesday 20^th February Troubled by Procrastination? Library Lobby G010. Skills to resist the influence of procrastination. A playful way to address a difficult problem.

FREE Mindfulness Practice with Buddhist Monk this Monday

The Mindful Way NUI Galway is delighted to welcome Thubten Gelong back to the campus on Monday 18th February. Thubten is a Buddhist Monk and contributed to the Ruby Wax book “How to be Human”. Join us for mindfulness sessions at 8:10am, 1:10pm or 5:10pm on Monday 18^th February in Room CA107 Cairnes Building (or come to all three!)

Find Your Masters month at NUI Galway

2019 Chinese New Year Festival (中国新年)

To celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Pig, NUI Galway China Society will hold a Chinese New Year Festival Party in the Hub from 1pm this Saturday 16^th of February. We will show some Chinese traditional culture, such as Chinese writing, paper cutting and we will teach you how to cook delicious Chinese dumplings. All students are welcome! Attendance is free but you have to book your place here.

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

Research Study: Factors Affecting Blood Donation Intentions and Behaviours

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 aware that you are unable to donate blood, or if you are under 18 years of age.

FameLab Galway Thurs 21st of Feb

At FameLab Competing scientists will be given a total of three minutes each to explain their research, or any scientific concept they like to a public audience and a panel of judges.

Tickets here.

Social Inclusion and Public Engagement in Science Workshops

Free practical training on how to run and deliver socially-inclusive public engagement activities in science, targeted at children from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds including children from migrant/refugee backgrounds – 9am-12.30pm Thurs 4th April or 9am-12.30pm Fri 5th April in the O’Donoghue Center for Drama. Open to anyone with an interest in science communication, public engagement and minorities.

Do You Have a Child Aged 18-30 Months?

Part-time working parents/stay at home parents with an 18-30 month old child sought for 2 studies looking into the possible effects of parent and child smartphone use on the development of children.

Study 1: This is a quick, anonymous ten-minute survey looking at the way parents and children communicate in the digital age. Survey Link

Study 2: This is an observational study taking place in a natural setting that would include a visit to your home once a month for 7 months, and one visit to NUIG within the 7 months. Contact K.Ruane3@nuigalway.ie to take part. The benefits to participating in this study are that your family will receive a social skills, language and behavioural assessment at no cost. (*Not medical in nature, for research purposes only. If there are any concerns about your child’s development, please contact your GP).

Galway Energy Summit

Registration is now open for Galway Energy Summit, Ireland’s only student inspired energy summit, which takes place at NUI Galway on Tuesday 12^th of March.

Media Fund Open for Applications

The Simon Cumbers Media Fund is now seeking applications from third level students interested in travelling to a developing country to report for a national media outlet. The deadline for applications is Friday, 22nd March 2019.

My Thesis in 3 Minutes in French

Registration for the “My Thesis in 3 Minutes in French” competition closes Thursday 28th of February. To take part you have to be a PhD student currently registered in an Irish higher education institution. #MT3F is opened to all disciplines and all nationalities! Register here.

Win a Trip to the European Parliament in Brussels

With less than 100 days until the European Elections this contest is looking for innovative projects which you would like to organise, encouraging your community to go out and vote. Entry details here.

Student Survey Open – Win Prizes!

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:

5pm Saturday 16^th February Connacht vs Cheetahs CODE: NUIG-Che-1819
2.45pm Saturday 2^nd March Connacht vs Ospreys CODE: NUIG-Osp-1819

Limited to 50 tickets per match for the Bohermore Terrace only. NUI Galway Student ID required.

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy February 14, 2019

SU Weekly Email 20 – 7th February 2019

Weekly Email

Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.

SHAG (Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance) Week Events

Sat 9^th Feb

2pm-6pm Not Consent Exhibition and SHAG Week Launch in O’Donoghue Centre

Mon 11^th Feb

1pm-3pm Mental Health Mondays at Smokey’s Café
5pm-7pm FREE STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit. Phone 091 492 604 for appointment.

Tues 12^th Feb

8.10am-8.50am Mindfulness for Beginners Class in AC201
10am-1.30pm Disclosure Training with Galway Rape Crisis Centre. FULLY BOOKED.
1pm-2pm Just Read – Social Reading Space in Group Study Room 1, 1st Floor of Library
6pm-9pm NUIG Premiere Screening of “The Meeting” in D’Arcy Thompson Theatre. Free ticketed event. Register on EventBrite for tickets.
9pm Sex Toy Bingo at Sult. FREE Event in the Corrib Room.

Weds 13^th Feb

11am-3pm COPE Galway Violence in Relationships Information Table at Smokey’s Café
1.10pm-1.50pm Mindfulness Shared Practice in AC201
2pm-4.30pm FREE Rapid HIV Testing with AIDS West in The Stage, Áras na Mac Léinn

Thurs 14^th Feb

10am Valentine’s Day Chocolates and Roses – FREE while stocks last from the SU!
5pm-7pm FREE STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit. Phone 091 492 604 for appointment.
8pm The Dirty Circus at Sult – Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret and Sauciness! FREE event in the main bar.

All Week:

Free Condoms from the SU and SU Engineering Desk

More information from su.welfare@nuigalway.ie

Thinking of Running in the SU Elections?
Attend the SU Election Information Night 7pm Wednesday 13th of February in AC203. Find out all the ins, outs, ups and downs about running for election.

Remember: Full Time Officer Election Nominations open 10am Thurs 14th of Feb. Part Time Officer Election Nominations open 10am Thurs 21st Feb. More info here.

CÉIM peer learning leader APPLICATIONS CLOSE MONDAY
Meet weekly with 1^st year students and support them to transition to university, gain a greater understanding of coursework, and develop networks. Open to current 1^st and/or 2^nd year students in specific disciplines. Benefits: develop your skills, boost your CV, meet new people, receive a CÉIM leadership certificate and digital badge, and fulfil criteria to obtain the NUI Galway President’s Award and Employability Award. Full training provided. Closing date: Monday, 11 February. Find out more and apply: www.su.nuigalway.ie/ceim

Neil Delamere 100 Tickets Left

€5 Tickets for comedian Neil Delamere on Monday 18^th of February are on sale now from the SU Office and SU Engineering Desk.

SU Free Cloakroom Open TODAY

The SU Free Cloakroom is open 9am-6pm Thursdays and Fridays during term. It’s located near the SU XL Shop.

Student Survey Open – Win Prizes!

SU 8 Week Yoga Course €40

We are taking bookings for our next 8 Week Ashtanga Yoga Course. Sign up in the SU Office or phone 091 493 570 to register with credit card.

Beginners/Improvers 6pm-7.30pm Thurs 14^th Feb – Thurs 4^th April
Intermediate 7.30pm-9pm Thurs 14^th Feb- Thurs 4^th April

#StandWithNursesAndMidwives

The National Rally for Nurses & Midwives is on this Saturday in Dublin. If you are interested in attending the event please email su.president@nuigalway.ie – if enough NUIG students register their interest in attending we can look at organising a bus from Galway.

Zero Waste Workshop 7pm Today

Eliminate the need and the effect of generating waste. Tadhg Moore will provide us with tips and tricks to adopt a zero waste lifestyle 7pm-9pm today Thursday 7^th February in Meeting Room 1 upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn.

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:

5pm Saturday 16^th February Connacht vs Cheetahs CODE: NUIG-Che-1819
2.45pm Saturday 2^nd March Connacht vs Ospreys CODE: NUIG-Osp-1819

Limited to 50 tickets per match for the Bohermore Terrace only. NUI Galway Student ID required.

The Academic Writing Centre is Open

Drop into them in the library, if you’d like to work on your writing. Their one-on-one tutorials are FREE. Opening hours are as follows and no appointment necessary – just call in!

Monday: 6pm-8pm
Tuesday: 11am-1pm & 6pm-8pm
Wednesday: 11am-1pm & 6pm-8pm
Thursday: 11am-1pm plus, if you are an Access student, you can also come in on Thursday 4pm-6pm.

Parents Needed for Psychology Study

We are looking for parents with a toddler (2.5 – 5 years old) to take part in a short study looking at how parents and children experience “everyday” pains like bumps, scrapes, and cuts. Parents will complete a short questionnaire each evening for two weeks (4-5 mins per evening). Chance to win €50 One4All vouchers!

Want to know more? Visit: https://www.nuigalway.ie/centre-for-pain-research/diarystudy/

Upcoming FREE Courses & Workshops

5pm-6.30pm or 6.30pm-8pm Mon 11^th Feb Mindfulness Based Living Course in Áras Moyola MY336
5.30pm-7pm Tues 12^th Feb Note Taking and Study Skills Course in Library Lobby G010. Learn effective note taking. Organise your study & limit distractions.
5.30pm-7pm Weds 13^th Feb 4 Week Positive Mind-set and Resilience Course in AM205 Arts Millennium Building. Develop a personal set of wellness tools. Identify your strengths. Practical & Fun stress management tips.
5.30pm-7pm Weds 13^th Feb Goal Setting and Motivation Workshop in Library Lobby G010. Connect with your values. Develop Life-time goals. Stay motivated in the tough times.

Pool Lifeguard RENEWAL Course

The Swimming Club are running a pool lifeguard renewal course this semester for 3-4 Monday nights in a row starting Monday 18^th of February with the test on the final night.

To apply email swimming@clubs.nuigalway.ie with proof of your previous pool lifeguard qualification including dates of same.

Applications for ALIVE Certificates/NUIG President´s Award for Volunteering Are Open

You can apply on https://auth.yourspace.nuigalway.ie/

Please, pay special attention to the Reflection Questionnaire as it is important feedback for the ALIVE Programme on your volunteering experience. Deadline for applications: 1pm Friday 15th March 2019. More info: tereza.brumovska@nuigalway.ie

Are you an NUI Graduate?

Have you registered for your Seanad Éireann Vote? The deadline is the 26th of February so get it on your to-do list! Registration forms are also available in the SU Office.

NUIG Postgrad Ball Early Bird Tickets On Sale

The Postgrad Ball will be held in the Clayton Hotel on Thursday the 7th of March. Early bird tickets (€45) will be on sale today (Thurs 7th Feb) from 12pm -2pm in Meeting Room 1 upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn. Early bird tickets will be available online and from the SocsBox until the 10th February. Tickets will be available online and from the SocsBox after this for €50.

Mikkeller Running Club This Sunday

Mikkeller Running Club is back at 12.30pm this Sunday 10^th February. Head down to the Salthouse and join them for a 5/8/10k sociable run along the Prom with a free beer at the end!

Does your Club or Society need €1000?

Simply make a short 3 minute video on STEM and your association and submit it to in the ReelLife Science video competition to be in with a chance of winning and a screening at Galway Science and Technology Festival 2019. For more info see www.reeellifescience.com or follow us on Facebook and Instagram. The deadline for submissions is the 18th October 2019.

Join Galway Sanctuary Runners this Saturday

The first Galway Sanctuary Runners run takes places this Saturday 9^th February at 9.30am in Knocknacarra and you are invited to get involved. The Sanctuary Runners enable Irish People to run alongside, and in solidarity with, those in Direct Provision thereby fostering friendship, positivity and respect while bringing greater awareness to the system in which asylum seekers live. The run will be the 5km free, timed Parkrun in Knocknacarra.

Galway 2020 Volunteer Recruitment Event

Galway 2020 will be holding their Volunteer Recruitment Event 3pm-6pm on Saturday the 16^th of February in Tribeton. They are looking for Wave Makers to join their team. There’ll be lots of information about volunteering along with free finger food and music on the day!

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy February 7, 2019

SU Weekly Email 19 – 31st of January 2019

Weekly Email

Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.

Neil Delamere 200 Tickets Left

€5 Tickets for comedian Neil Delamere on Monday 18^th of February are on sale now from the SU Office and SU Engineering Desk.

UPDATE: Regarding Exam Results and Fee Deadline

We have been made aware that many students are still waiting on their provisional semester 1 exam results and that this is causing a lot of concern as the deadline for the payment of the remainder of fees is today Thursday 31st of January. We have been working with the various departments in the University this week to try to get provisional exam results issued ASAP as we know this might impact on students decision to continue their course.

We have been advised that the Fees Office do not hold Semester 1 exam results for students with outstanding fees.

Students are advised to check Blackboard for information about provisional result release dates in the first instance or contact your College/School Office.

SU Free Cloakroom Open TODAY

The SU Free Cloakroom is open 9am-6pm Thursdays and Fridays during term. It’s located near the SU XL Shop.

Become a 2019/20 CÉIM peer learning leader
Meet weekly with 1^st year students and support them to transition to university, gain a greater understanding of coursework, and develop networks. Open to current 1^st and/or 2^nd year students in specific disciplines. Benefits: develop your skills, boost your CV, meet new people, receive a CÉIM leadership certificate and digital badge, and fulfil criteria to obtain the NUI Galway President’s Award and Employability Award. Full training provided. Closing date: Monday, 11 February. Find out more and apply: www.su.nuigalway.ie/ceim

Student Leap Cards

Remember you can now purchase and top up your Student Leap Cards in the SU Office Monday-Friday 10am-5pm. You can top up your Leap Card with us for monetary amounts or put your weekly/monthly bus ticket on it.

To get your Leap Card:

Apply online here: https://www.studentleapcard.ie/apply-by-mobile/
Bring your code to the SU Office and we will issue your card for €10. Please note the code is only valid for 7 days.

Volunteers URGENTLY Needed

We are looking for volunteers to help out with our annual charity collection day in Galway City this Saturday 2^nd of February for the following time slots: 1pm-3pm or 3pm-5pm. You will be holding a collection bucket and asking the public to donate what they can to the SU Nominated Charities: Galway Rape Crisis Centre and COPE Galway. Email joanna.brophy@nuigalway.ie to volunteer.

Mental Health Week Continues TODAY Thurs 31^st Jan

11am-4pm ALIVE Volunteering Fair in Áras na Mac Léinn
4pm-5pm Counselling Workshop on Stress & Anxiety in G067 in the Psychology Building
7pm-9pm Comedy Sketch Night in AC215

Know Someone Who Should Run for the #NUIGSU19 Elections?

Do you think your friend would make a great Students’ Union President or Vice-President? Or maybe you’d love to run for election yourself?

Recommend a Friend or Register Your Interest in Running HERE.

Nominations Open at 10am on Thurs 14^th Feb for the three full-time paid Officer positions of President, Vice-President/Education Officer and Vice-President/Welfare & Equality Officer.

SHAG (Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance) Week 2019

Sat 9^th of Feb

2pm-6pm Not Consent Exhibition and SHAG Week Launch in the O’Donoghue Centre

Mon 11^th of Feb

1pm-3pm Mental Health Mondays at Smokey’s Café
5pm-7pm FREE STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit. Phone 091 492 604 for appointment.

Tues 12^th of Feb

8.10am-8.50am Mindfulness for Beginners Class in AC201
10am-1.30pm Disclosure Training with Galway Rape Crisis Centre in The Space. €10 Register in advance in SU
6pm-9pm NUIG Premiere Screening of “The Meeting” in D’Arcy Thompson Theatre. Free ticketed event. Register on EventBrite for tickets.
9pm Sex Toy Bingo at Sult. FREE Event in the Corrib Room.

Weds 13^th of Feb

11am-3pm COPE Galway Violence in Relationships Information Table at Smokey’s Café
1.10pm-1.50pm Mindfulness Shared Practice in AC201

Thurs 14^th of Feb

10am Valentine’s Day Chocolates and Roses – FREE while stocks last from the SU!
5pm-7pm FREE STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit. Phone 091 492 604 for appointment.
8pm The Dirty Circus at Sult – Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret and Sauciness! FREE event in the main bar at Sult.

All Week:

Free Condoms from the SU and SU Engineering Desk

More information from/ Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó su.welfare@nuigalway.ie

Volunteering Fair TODAY

The ALIVE Volunteering Fair takes places 11am-4pm TODAY Thursday 31^st of January in the Bailey Allen Hall. Come along, meet community NGO’s and become a volunteer instantly!

1916 Bursary Fund Open

Applications are open for the 1916 Bursary Fund until the 31^st of March 2019 which is up to €5,000 per year of study. Applications welcome from full/part time new entry students from under-represented socio-economic. Email access@nuigalway.ie or phone 091- 493 553 for more information.

NUIG Postgrad Open Day on Wednesday

The NUI Galway Postgraduate Open Day will take place 12pm-3pm Wednesday, 6^th February in the Bailey Allen Hall. The event will include short presentations covering such topics as funding opportunities, applications, and research. This is your opportunity to meet lecturers and postgraduate students, see what postgraduate programmes are on offer, and to meet staff from Postgraduate Admissions, Career Development Centre, Graduate Studies, and other student support services. You can pre-register to attend online now at: www.nuigalway.ie/postgraduate-open-day or just turn up and register on the day.

Sin Issue 8

You can read Issue 8 of Sin Newspaper here.

NUIG Postgrad Ball Early Bird Tickets

The NUIG Postgrad Ball will take place on the Thursday 7^th of March. Early bird €45 tickets go on sale on Wednesday 6^th and Thursday 7^th of February. More information here.

Transition to Employment Programme

Do you have a disability or mental health challenge? Sing up for the Career Development Centre Transition to Employment programme. Includes CV & Interview Skills Workshop, Employer Panel and Disclosure workshop.

Free safeTALK Course

Online Registration Open for free safeTALK Course 9.30am-1pm Weds 27th Feb in Westside Resource Centre. safeTALK is a half-day alertness training that prepares attendees, regardless of prior experience or training, to become a suicide-alert helper. Most people with thoughts of suicide don’t truly want to die, but are struggling with the pain in their lives. Through their words and actions, they invite help to stay alive. safeTALK-trained helpers can recognise these invitations and take action by connecting them with life-saving intervention resources. safeTALK-trained helpers are an important part of suicide-safer communities, working alongside intervention resources to identify and avert suicide risks.

USIT J1 Info Sessions Tues 5^th Feb

3pm-4pm J1 Summer Options Stand at Smokey’s
4.30pm-5.30pm J1 Summer Camp Talk in The Space, Áras na Mac Léinn
5.30pm-6.30pm J1 Information Talk in The Space, Áras na Mac Léinn

Student Survey Opens Monday

FREE Mindfulness Based Living 6 week Course starts Monday 4^th Feb

Choice of times: 5pm – 6:30pm or 6:30pm – 8pm in Áras Moyola MY336

Learn skills to address anxiety and stress
Have better focus and concentration for study
Promotes a better relationship with yourself and others

Book here: https://www.nuigstudents.ie/smartlife

Charity Table Quiz in aid of Palestine

Sinn Fein Society are holding a charity table quiz at Sult at 8pm on Thursday 7^th February to raise funds for medical aid in Palestine. It’s €5 per person and prizes include 2x Keilidh MUA makeup masterclass tour tickets for the Galmont Hotel, €40 cash prize, and a signed Gerry Adams cookbook.

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

Need help finding the right information for your assignment?

Drop into a Smart Searching for your Assignment session at the Library! Sessions weekly through to the end of February. Info and registration here.

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:

5pm Saturday 16^th February Connacht vs Cheetahs CODE: NUIG-Che-1819
2.45pm Saturday 2^nd March Connacht vs Ospreys CODE: NUIG-Osp-1819

Limited to 50 tickets per match for the Bohermore Terrace only. NUI Galway Student ID required.

Smart Life FREE Courses

Check out SMART LIFE, a series of **FREE** wellbeing and academic short courses and once-off workshops to help you do better and feel better! More info and booking here: https://www.nuigstudents.ie/smartlife

Fierce AF Monday Interviews

Fierce – Fierce AF will be hosting Facebook Live interviews each Monday with inspirational athletes. First up at 6.15pm on Monday 4^th of February is the K1 Atomweight Champion of the World Whitney Sheppard!

My Thesis in French Competition

Registration for My Thesis in 3 minutes in French is now open for PhD students. Deadline 28th Feb and the event takes place in Dublin Weds 13th March. There will be nice prizes to reward the best presentations! Register here.

SpunOut.ie are recruiting for their Action Panels

Action Panels are where young people meet and decide new content ideas for SpunOut.ie. This ensures that the information on www.spunout.ie is based on what young people aged 16-25 across the country want to know about. Action Panels are based in Dublin, Waterford, Cork and Galway and they each meet three times a year. As an Action panel member there are a number of training opportunities such as on how to be an effective advocate for causes you care about, as well as receiving personal and professional guidance.

Find out more and apply here.

Irish Cancer Society Research Scholarship Programmes

Biomedical Research Scholarship
Social and Allied Health Science Research Scholarship

Deadline Expression of Interest: 3pm Tues 26th Feb 2019

Have Your Say on Reform of Electoral Registration Process

The Government has published proposals to make it simpler and more user-friendly for people to register to voter or change their registration details and they would like your views on same.

You can read the proposals online here

You can submit your views on the proposals via email to registerreform@housing.gov.ie and the deadline for submissions is Friday 15^th March 2019

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy January 31, 2019

SU Weekly Email 18 – 24th January 2019

Weekly Email

Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.

David O’Doherty Last 100 Tickets!

The last 100 tickets for our €5 charity David O’Doherty comedy gig are on sale from the SU Office 10am-5pm today and from the SU Engineering Desk 11am-3pm or phone 091 493 570 for credit/debit card purchases. The gig is 8pm this Monday 28^th of January in the O’Flaherty Theatre. All funds raised go to COPE Galway and Galway Rape Crisis Centre.

Volunteers URGENTLY Needed

We are looking for volunteers to help out with our annual charity collection day in Galway City on Saturday 2^nd of February for the following time slots: 1pm-3pm or 3pm-5pm. You will be holding a collection bucket and asking the public to donate what they can to the SU Nominated Charities: Galway Rape Crisis Centre and COPE Galway. Email joanna.brophy@nuigalway.ie to volunteer.

Mental Health Week

Mon 28^th Jan

12pm Financial Aid Fund Applications Close
1pm-3pm Mental Health Monday at Smokey’s Café & the Engineering Building
5pm-6.30pm Free Introduction to Mindfulness course in MY336 Áras Moyola.
6.30pm-8pm Free Introduction to Mindfulness course in MY336 Áras Moyola.
8pm David O’Doherty Comedy Gig in O’Flaherty Theatre. €5 Tickets on sale in SU. All proceeds go to the SU Charities.

Tues 29^th Jan

8.10am-8.50am Mindfulness for Beginners Class in AC201
11am-5pm Vintage Clothes Fair in Áras na Mac Léinn
1pm-2pm Just Read – Social Reading Space in Group Study Room 1, 1st Floor of Library

Weds 30^th Jan

8am Lotus Society Swim Rise at Blackrock in Salthill
1pm-2pm Celebrating Wellness: Recognising students & staff who are championing Mental Health and launch of Directory of Support Services in G010 Library Seminar Room
1.10pm-1.50pm Mindfulness Shared Practice in AC201
6.30pm-8.30pm University of Sanctuary Panel Discussion in AC202
7.30pm Jamnesty Rave 4 Brave in The Loft, Seven Bar Galway. Tickets €5 from Socs Box.

Thurs 31^st Jan

11am-4pm ALIVE Volunteering Fair in Áras na Mac Léinn
4pm-5pm Counselling Workshop on Stress & Anxiety in G067 in the Psychology Building
7pm-9pm Comedy Sketch Night in AC215

Sat 2^nd Feb

11am-5pm SU Charity Collection Day Volunteering – Do good, feel good! Email studentsunion@nuigalway.ie to help out.

All week:

FREE Condoms and TOMPAX available all week from the SU & SU Engineering Desk
Positive Pebbles around Campus
Lecture Addresses sharing information about the Counselling Service

More information from su.welfare@nuigalway.ie

Vintage Clothes Sale on Tues

We have the Vintage and Sportswear clothes sale back 11am-4pm this Tuesday 29^th of January in Áras na Mac Léinn.

Know Someone Who Should Run for the #NUIGSU19 Elections?

Do you think your friend would make a great Students’ Union President or Vice-President? Or maybe you’d love to run for election yourself?

Recommend a Friend or Register Your Interest in Running HERE.

Nominations Open at 10am on Thurs 14^th Feb for the three full-time paid Officer positions of President, Vice-President/Education Officer and Vice-President/Welfare & Equality Officer.

Financial Aid Fund Applications Close on Monday

The Financial Aid Fund comprises of : (A) The Student Assistance Fund (SAF) which is intended to tackle disadvantage by providing financial support to students who require financial support to enable them to fully benefit from their third level studies. Students can apply for funding for living expenses (excluding loans and fees). (b) Application for payment of fees in instalments, removal of late fee penalties or fee reduction (only granted in certain circumstances). The Financial Aid Fund is now open for Semester 2, 2018/19. Students following a full-time or part-time course of at least one year’s duration leading to an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification can apply to the fund. Students are only eligible to apply once in the academic year for living expenses to the Financial Aid Fund. The University’s decision on your application is final. Applications close 12pm Monday 28^th of January.

APPLY ONLINE HERE.

Vote to Elect a Postgrad Student to Údarás na hOllscoile on Tuesday

Polling will take place 10am-9pm on Tuesday 29^th of January on the Concourse to elect a postgrad student to Údarás na hOllscoile, the University’s governing authority which is responsible for managing and controlling all of the affairs of the University. Only postgrads can vote in this election – bring NUIG ID.

The candidates running are:

Mitchell, Michelle
O’Connor, Dómhnall

Neil Delamere

€5 Tickets for comedian Neil Delamere on Monday 18^th of February are on sale now from the SU Office and SU Engineering Desk.

SHAG (Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance) Week 2019

Sat 9^th of Feb

2pm-6pm Not Consent Exhibition and SHAG Week Launch in the O’Donoghue Centre

Mon 11^th of Feb

1pm-3pm Mental Health Mondays at Smokey’s Café
5pm-7pm FREE STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit. Phone 091 492 604 for appointment.

Tues 12^th of Feb

8.10am-8.50am Mindfulness for Beginners Class in AC201
10am-1.30pm Disclosure Training with Galway Rape Crisis Centre in The Space. €10 Register in advance in SU
6pm-9pm NUIG Premiere Screening of “The Meeting” in D’Arcy Thompson Theatre. Free ticketed event. Register on EventBrite for tickets.
9pm Sex Toy Bingo at Sult. FREE Event in the Corrib Room.

Weds 13^th of Feb

11am-3pm COPE Galway Violence in Relationships Information Table at Smokey’s Café
1.10pm-1.50pm Mindfulness Shared Practice in AC201

Thurs 14^th of Feb

10am Valentine’s Day Chocolates and Roses – FREE while stocks last from the SU!
5pm-7pm FREE STI Clinic in the Student Health Unit. Phone 091 492 604 for appointment.
8pm The Dirty Circus at Sult – Comedy, Burlesque, Cabaret and Sauciness! FREE event in the main bar at Sult.

All Week:

Free Condoms from the SU and SU Engineering Desk

More information from/ Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó su.welfare@nuigalway.ie

Upcoming Class Rep Meetings

Thurs 24^th Jan	6pm – 7pm	MY124 Classroom 1	Áras Moyola	Health Sciences Council
Mon 28^th Jan	2pm-3pm	Students’ Union Exec Office	Áras na Mac Léinn	Postgrad Council
Mon 28^th Jan	6pm – 7pm	AC204	Arts Concourse	Science Council
Tues 29^th Jan	6pm – 7pm	AC204	Arts Concourse	Arts Council
Tues 29^th Jan	6pm – 7pm	AC203	Arts Concourse	Law/Commerce Council

For more information contact: su.education@nuigalway.ie

ALIVE Volunteering Fair

The ALIVE Volunteering Fair takes places 11am-4pm Thursday 31^st of January in the Bailey Allen Hall. Come along, meet community NGO’s and become a volunteer instantly!

Mental Health Monday’s are Back!

Mental Health Monday’s will run 1pm-3pm each Monday. Call to our table a Smokey’s Café for chats and freebies. For more information contact su.welfare@nuigalway.ie

Just Read! *Change of Venue

Do you need anything more than a good book? The key to happiness is finding a good book and reading it. Join the SU Education Officer for books and more in Group Study Room 1 on the First Floor of the Library 1pm-2pm every Tuesday. More info from su.education@nuigalway.ie

Thesis Boot Camp, March 2019 – Applications Close Monday 28th January

Are you a PhD student struggling with the writing-up battle?
Do you put off writing tasks until ‘tomorrow’?
Are you finding it tough ‘going it alone’?

We have just what you need – Thesis Boot Camp!

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:

5pm Saturday 16^th February Connacht vs Cheetahs CODE: NUIG-Che-1819
2.45pm Saturday 2^nd March Connacht vs Ospreys CODE: NUIG-Osp-1819

Limited to 50 tickets per match for the Bohermore Terrace only. NUI Galway Student ID required.

Need Help With Maths?

SUMS Reopens on Monday. SUMS is a FREE service providing informal mathematics support to 1^st and 2^nd year students across all colleges and courses as well as to students engaged in Access/Foundation courses.

Introduction to Mindfulness,

Free course Monday 28^th of January in MY336 Seminar Room 4 Áras Moyola. Choice of times: 5pm – 6:30pm or 6:30pm – 8pm.

NUIG Postgrad Open Day

The NUI Galway Postgraduate Open Day will take place 12pm-3pm Wednesday, 6^th February in the Bailey Allen Hall. The event will also include short presentations covering such topics as funding opportunities, applications, and research. SUSI (Grants Authority) will also be in attendance, and will present at 1pm. This is your opportunity to meet lecturers and postgraduate students, see what postgraduate programmes are on offer, and to meet staff from Postgraduate Admissions, Career Development Centre, Graduate Studies, and other student support services. You can pre-register to attend online now at: www.nuigalway.ie/postgraduate-open-day or just turn up and register on the day.

Hardiman PhD Scholarships Applications Close 15/02/19

Apply now for entry in 2019.

Free Screening “On Her Shoulders”

The United Nations and Irish Aid present: ‘On Her Shoulders’ 6pm Monday 4^th February in the Pálaás. The film will be followed by a panel discussion and reception. Free tickets are available here.

Psychology Research Study: The influence of support and control on the relationship between sense of self and trauma in first time mothers.

All first time mothers aged over 18 years of age whose baby is between 1 and 13 months are invited to take part in this study which hopes to develop our understanding of how the childbirth experience impacts on maternal sense of identity and postpartum trauma. The research has ethical approval from the NUIG Research Ethics Committee. Participation in the study involves completing a 25 minute online questionnaire: https://bit.do/Yourchildbirthexperience

Life Skills Update

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First Aid Responder 2 Spaces Left

SU Free Cloakroom

The SU Free Cloakroom is open 9am-6pm Thursdays and Fridays during term. It’s located near the SU XL Shop.

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy January 24, 2019

SU Weekly Email 17 – 17th January 2019

Weekly Email

Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.

Working & Travelling Abroad Fair this Wednesday

The NUI Galway Working and Travelling Abroad Fair will help you to plan the best summer ever! The Fair will take place 12pm-3pm on Wednesday 23rd January in Áras na Mac Léinn. Exhibitors include: J1 Visa companies, travel companies, volunteering/adventure companies, internships/training companies and there will be delicious food stalls to fill your belly as you plan your summer! There will also be information talks during the day in The View upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn. Full information on exhibitors and talks is available here.

Know Someone Who Should Run for the SU Elections?

Do you think your friend would make a great Students’ Union President or Vice-President? Or maybe you’d love to run for election yourself?

Recommend a Friend or Register Your Interest in Running HERE.

Nominations Open at 10am on Thurs 14^th Febr for the three full-time paid Officer positions of President, Vice-President/Education Officer and Vice-President/Welfare & Equality Officer.

David O’Doherty Tickets on Sale Now!

€5 tickets for our charity David O’Doherty gig on Monday 28^th of January are on sale from the SU Office and the SU Engineering Desk now. All proceeds go to the SU Charities Galway Rape Crisis Centre and COPE Galway. €5 tickets are also on sale for Neil Delamere on Monday 18^th of February.

Read Sin Issue 7 Here

If you want to get involved in the paper please contact Áine on editor.sin@gmail.com

Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to help out with our annual charity collection day in Galway City on Saturday 2^nd of February 2019.

Volunteers are needed for the following time slots: 11am-1pm, 1pm-3pm or 3pm-5pm. You will be holding a collection bucket and asking the public to donate what they can to the SU Nominated Charities: Galway Rape Crisis Centre and COPE Galway. Email joanna.brophy@nuigalway.ie to volunteer

Vintage Clothes Sale

We have the Vintage and Sportswear clothes sale back 11am-4pm on Tuesday 29^th of January in Áras na Mac Léinn.

Life Skills Update

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First Aid Responder 4 Spaces Left
ASIST Course 15 Spaces Available Book Online Now
Sign Language FULLY BOOKED
Disclosure Training FULLY BOOKED

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

Just Read!

Do you need anything more than a good book? The key to happiness is finding a good book and reading it. Join the SU Education Officer for books and more in Room TB303 in Tower Block 2 on the Concourse 1pm-2pm every Tuesday.

More information from su.education@nuigalway.ie

SHAG Week Events

As part of our SHAG (Sexual Health Awareness and Guidance) Week events this year we have two very special free events taking place.

On Saturday 9^th of February we will host the powerful “Not Consent” Exhibition.
On Tuesday 12^th of February at 6pm we will host the NUIG Premier of the movie “The Meeting”. Tickets are free but limited – apply online now.

For more information or to get involved contact su.welfare@nuigalway.ie

SU Free Cloakroom

The SU Free Cloakroom is open 9am-6pm Thursdays and Fridays during term. It’s located near the SU XL Shop.

Learn To Swim

The Swimming Club are running a 10 week Learn To Swim Course for just €60. The course is suitable for beginners and novices and will be starting Wednesday 23^rd of January with two time slots 7.30pm and 8.15pm. Registration will take place 10am-3pm Wednesday 23^rd of January at Clubs Day in the Kingfisher. Limited places. Contact swimming@clubs.nuigalway.ie for more information.

Need Help with Programming/Software Development?

ComputerDISC Reopens this Monday 21^st of January providing a free Computer Programming Drop-In Support Centre for all NUI Galway students who are taking any programming/software development courses.

USI Elections 2019

Nominations for the annual Union of Students in Ireland (USI) elections will open on Monday 21st January, 2019 and must be submitted prior to 5pm on Tuesday 26th February, 2019. This election will take place at USI Congress 2019 and will determine the Union of Students in Ireland Officer Board for the academic year 2019/2020. USI is the national representative body for the 374,000 students in third level education on the island of Ireland.

Coming Up this Month

Societies Day 10am-5pm Tuesday 22^nd January in the Bailey Allen Hall. Meet 125 student societies.
Clubs Day 10am-3pm Wednesday 23^rd January in the Sports Centre. Meet 50 student sports clubs.
Volunteering Fair 11am-4pm Thursday 31^st January in the Bailey Allen Hall. Meet community NGOs and become a volunteer instantly.

Looking for Part Time Work?

NUIG Free STI Clinic Back 22^nd Jan

Apply now for the Galway stage of Ireland’s Best Young Entrepreneur

Investment fund of €50,000 available. Deadline for entries Friday 15th March.

Participants Needed for Study

Final year psychology student looking for participants for study on psychological factors that effect chronic pain. Involves completing a 15 min survey and participants must be 18 years old + undergrad/postgrad students at NUIG.

Complete Survey Here.

Galway Gardaí Divisional Youth Awards

Do you know a young person/group aged 13-12 whose dedication and undocumented good will has made a difference in their community, school or elsewhere? You can now nominate them for an individual or group award. Nominations close on Friday 25^th of January and nomination forms are available from your local Garda station or here.

The Link Between Difficult Childhood Events and Adult Sleep Quality

All adults aged over 18 years of age are invited to take part in this study which hopes to develop our understanding of the factors that play a part in how people manage childhood stress and poor sleep in adulthood. The research has ethical approval from the NUIG Research Ethics Committee. Participation in the study involves completing a 25 minute online questionnaire.

Link to access the study is here.

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy January 17, 2019

SU Weekly Email 16 – 10th January 2019

Weekly Email

Welcome to your weekly email from your Students’ Union.

Anti-Racism Workshop on Wednesday – 8 spaces left

This workshop will take participants through a lively, engaged process looking at how racism functions, where it came from and what we can do to build a more equal society, locally and globally. Previous participants have described the workshop as “thought provoking” “a total eye-opener” and “inspiring”. Sign up in the SU Office for just €5 or phone 091 493 570 to register with credit/debit card.

David O’Doherty Tickets on Sale Now!

€5 tickets for our charity David O’Doherty gig on Monday 28^th of January are on sale from the SU Office now. All proceeds go to the SU Charities Galway Rape Crisis Centre and COPE Galway. €5 tickets are also on sale for Neil Delamere on Monday 18^th of February. Tickets will also be on sale from the SU Engineering desk from 11am this Monday.

Working & Travelling Abroad Fair

The NUI Galway Working and Travelling Abroad Fair 2019 will help you to plan the best summer ever! The Fair will take place 12pm-3pm on Wednesday 23rd January in Áras na Mac Léinn. Exhibitors include: J1 Visa companies, travel companies, volunteering/adventure companies, internships/training companies and there will be delicious food stalls to fill your belly as you plan your summer!

Registration

Online module registration / change of mind is open from 11am Tuesday 8th of January until Friday 1st of February. This is for online registration of optional semester 2 modules only where your programme permits. The deadline for paying the remainder of fees is 31^st of January.

Sign Language Courses Now Enrolling

10 week basic Sign Language Course just €40 – sign up now in the SU Office or phone 091 493 570 to register with credit/debit card.

Course A: 12pm-1pm Tuesday 29th Jan – Tuesday 2nd April 2019
Course B: 1pm-2pm Tuesday 29th Jan – Tuesday 2nd April 2019
Course C: 6pm-7pm Wednesday 30th Jan – Wednesday 3rd April 2019 COURSE FULL
Course D: 6pm-7pm Thursday 31st Jan – Thursday 4th April 2019

Karaoke Tonight!

There will be karaoke from 8pm tonight at Sult and all singers get a free refreshment!

Attention Postgrads

Calling all Postgrads we are looking to elect class reps for the academic year. Do you think you have what it takes to be a voice for your class? If so join us in the SU Boardroom upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn at 12.30pm on Tuesday the 15^th of January to find out more information.

Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to help out with our annual charity collection day in Galway City on Saturday 2^nd of February 2019.

Connacht vs Sale Tickets

The NUI Galway Student Discount code for online tickets for Connacht Rugby vs Sale this Saturday is: NUIG-Sal-1819

Limited to 50 tickets for the Bohermore Terrace. Student ID required.

Postgraduate Election – Nominations Open

Nominations are open for the Election of a Postgraduate Student as a member of Údarás na hOllscoile for the period February 1, 2019 – January 31, 2020. Nominations must be received in writing (or by email to Runai@nuigalway.ie) by the Returning Officer (Gearóid Ó Conluain, Room A131, Quadrangle) by 12pm on Wednesday 23^rd January 2019. Údarás na hOllscoile, the University’s governing authority, is responsible for managing and controlling all of the affairs of the University.

Nomination forms are available here.

Exam Results

The Examinations Office releases official examination results only and is not involved in the release of any provisional results. Provisional results may be released locally by Schools/Colleges via Blackboard Grade Centre. Students are advised to check Blackboard for information about provisional result release dates in the first instance or contact your College/School Office

Need Help with IT Services?

Advice and support on IT services are available from the Library & IT Service Desk located in the James Hardiman Library foyer.
Student IT Services information is available at www.nuigalway.ie/iss4students
Click on ‘New Students, let’s get started’ to get a copy of our Quick Start Guides or to watch the Quick Start Video.
Download the new NUI Galway App today! www.nuigalway.ie/mobileapp

Interested in joining the SU Team for 2019/20?

Election nominations open on the 14th of February and here’s your guide to running for election!

Improve Your Digital Skills

NUIG Digital Champions have the following FREE workshops coming up:

Create and Run an Online Campaign
Create and Build an Online Portfolio
Design

Mikkeller Running Club

Mikkeller Running Club is a new FREE Galway social running club that meets at 12.30pm on the 2^nd Sunday of every month for a relaxed jog/run from the Salthouse along the Prom in Salthill. You can choose to do 5, 8 or 10kms at an easy pace whilst chatting to new friends. The run ends at the Salthouse where you get a free beer to reward your efforts! All welcome this Sunday 13^th of January.

Smart Search Sessions

The Library will be hosting free smart search for your assignment sessions throughout January. Sign up for your free ticket HERE. In these sessions the library’s Academic Skills Hub Team will show you all about:

Navigating the library website
• Using library guides to identify sources for assignments
• Using databases
• Using Google Scholar to find information

Library Tours Today and Tomorrow

The Library is offering tours today at 14:00, 14:30, 15:00, 15:30 and 16:00 and tomorrow Friday at 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30 and 12:00. Meet in the foyer area – all welcome!

Passionate About Science?

Applications are now open for FameLab Ireland. Deadline 5pm Friday 8th of February. Training Provided.

#HackAccessSligo Registration is Open

IT Sligo will be hosting #HackAccessSligo Friday 15^th and Saturday 16^th Feburary. The aim of the event is to find innovative solutions to accessibility challenges by creating a more diverse, open and engaging environment for everyone who lives in the North West.The event will run from 5 pm Friday evening to Saturday evening where participants will be presented with challenges that exclude people with disabilities from society, which they will attempt to ‘hack’. There will be mentors on hand to support the teams and each team will present their idea to a panel on the final day. Winners will be awarded a cash prize. Early Bird tickets are just €5 contact hackaccesssl@gmail.com for more information.

First Cut! Youth Film Festival Deadline Mon 14^th Jan

Are you a filmmaker? Are you aged between 12-24 years? Do you have a short film you want to share? Then First Cut! wants to hear from you! Whether you are an individual filmmaker or part of a school, college or youth group, visit firstcutfilmfestival.com to find out how to submit your film free of charge. Every type of film is welcome, including fiction, documentary, animation and music video. The festival runs Wednesday 6th – Saturday 9th March 2019. The deadline for entries is Monday, January 14th 2019.

Want to spend your J1 in America this summer?

Then head to the Aviva Stadium for Ireland’s biggest J1 Job Fair on Sunday 20th January! From jobs teaching excited American children everything from sports, performing arts, crafts, and much more, to jobs behind the scenes working in offices or kitchens… there really is a job for everyone! This incredible Job Fair will give you the chance to get an interview and get hired on the spot! It’s the fastest and the best way to get your summer J1 sorted. Book your Free Job Fair Ticket Here.

SU Life Skills Courses Now Enrolling for 2019

You can register in the SU Office upstairs in Áras na Mac Léinn or phone 091 493 570 to register with credit/debit card. Please note the SU Office will close on Friday 21^st of December for the Christmas break and will reopen on Monday 7^th of January 2019.

Anti-Racism Workshop €5 Wednesday 16^th January
Manual Handling Training €30 Wednesday 9^th January
Cardiac First Responder Course €40 Friday 1^st February
Disclosure Training €10 Tuesday 12^th February
First Aid Responder Course €100 Friday 8^th, Friday 15^th & Friday 22^nd February
Sign Language €40 Four x 10 Week Courses starting week of 29^th January

Contact Us

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.

Joanna Brophy January 10, 2019

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