Top tips while on a test drive

Thu, Jul 25, 2019

Thinking of buying yourself a new car?
Why not have a look at a second hand vehicle as a year old car can be up to 27 per cent cheaper than a new model. But remember there are many questions to ask before you part with your cash for a new set of wheels. One of the most crucial is asking for a test drive.

NUI Galway student selected to represent Ireland at Future News Summit

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

NUI Galway student Róisín McManus is representing Ireland at the major international Future News Worldwide Summit for young journalism students in London this week. This is the second year that an NUI Galway journalism student has been chosen for the summit.

A third year BA with journalism student, Róisín McManus is one of two students selected from Ireland to be a delegate at the prestigious summit, hosted by Thomson Reuters in Canary Wharf in London. She was chosen from more than 3,000 applicants to be one of just 100 delegates from 53 different countries globally at the event.

Academic receives prestigious Royal Society-SFI Research Fellowship

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

The Royal Society-SFI University Research Fellowship scheme 2019, representing an investment of €2.8 million, has been announced this week. NUI Galway biomedical engineer, Dr Eimear Dolan, was one of the four outstanding researchers in the Republic of Ireland who received the prestigious award.

From crutches to triathlon

Thu, Jul 18, 2019

I was a county gymnast at 19 when my knee swelled up. I could only walk with crutches. Over the next 20 years I had six operations, took heavy painkillers, and was often bed-ridden with pain. After the sixth operation my consultant said, “No more operations, I’m referring you to the rheumatology clinic.”

Prescribed a cocktail of powerful anti-inflammatories, which, despite making me feel very unwell, brought down the swelling dramatically, meant I could dispense with crutches, though I was still in pain. I was told I would be taking anti-inflammatories for life, so I began to investigate natural alternatives.

Tips on advertising regulated products and services

Wed, Jul 17, 2019

Marketing and advertising are key areas for the majority of businesses all over the world, however, those businesses that are advertising products or services that are regulated face additional challenges. These products and services include those in industries such as gambling, medicinal products, financial services and food products.

GMIT medscience student wins top prize in national science competition

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

Students from the BSc (hons) in medical science in GMIT have won the top national prize for the second year in a row at the biannual LabCon2019 conference, co-hosted by the Academy of Clinical Science and Laboratory Medicine (ACSLM) and the Medical Laboratory Scientists Association (MLSA).

Learn the art of beauty make-up and the intricacies of prosthetics with the School of Make-up Artistry

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry has been in business for more than 30 years, specialising in make-up artistry. The school's trainers are all highly skilled with many years' experience in the industry and are eager to share their knowledge with the students.

The school offers a variety of courses to suit all ages and levels. Whether you want to upskill and add to your existing qualifications in beauty therapy or make-up artistry, or you are starting from the beginning, the school can offer suitable courses for all levels.

‘I ate myself healthy again with CNM and wrote a book’

Thu, Jul 04, 2019

My new book Super Nutrition is my life’s work; it outlines the ways I have used nutrition and my passion for food to improve and heal my body and mind.

Consider a career in make-up artistry

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

The International School of Make-up Artistry has been in business for more than 25 years, specialising in make-up artistry courses, from beginners to advanced levels. The school is constantly updating with cosmetic products and fashion trends. It offers a variety of full time and part time options.

Help with primary school mathematics — September is just nine weeks away

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Is your child’s maths performance below par? Is it affecting his/her confidence and outlook? Is your child just a little bit at sea, or is maths a total minefield? As the school year draws to a close, is it time to put a schedule in place for September? And what about maths and the summer slide?

The importance of encouraging a positive view of mathematics in primary school cannot be over-emphasised. As students progress through the classes they are introduced to new concepts which build on previous learning and understanding. Therefore it is vital that children grasp each new concept and are given a chance to practise it and apply it before they move on. This helps students feel confident in their abilities and assured in the knowledge that they can forge ahead on this mathematical journey.

Next Level Skillnet launches specialist diploma in corporate environmental planning

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Mayor of Galway Mike Cubbard launched a new specialist diploma in corporate environmental planning programme at the PorterShed in Galway.

GMIT announces free summer camp for young entrepreneurs

Thu, Jun 27, 2019

A free young entrepreneur summer camp for 40 second-level students will run this summer in GMIT’s Galway (Dublin Road) campus, commencing on July 8. The camp is hosted by the School of Business, for the third year in a row, as part of a national initiative funded by the Higher Education Authority. The course is designed to meet a key objective of the National Skills Strategy 2025, the promotion of entrepreneurial thinking and design skills among secondary school pupils.

Kevin McDonagh and Ivan McPhillips, lecturers in enterprise, creativity, and innovation, will lead the delivery of the one-week course which is open to secondary school students in Galway city and county, aged 12 to 17 years. It will run from Monday July 8 to Friday July 12, from 10am to 4pm (except Friday, which runs from 10am to 1pm). Participation is free and lunch/refreshments are provided each day.

CAO change of mind clinic at NUI Galway

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Students considering studying at NUI Galway are invited to the CAO change of mind clinic taking place on campus on Tuesday June 25. Parents and guardians are also welcome to attend the event, which runs from 12 noon to 3pm in the Human Biology Building on campus.

Host families wanted for international language students

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

MLC Student Language Programmes has been welcoming international students to Ireland since 1976. Both students and host families are extremely important to this company, which has built a reputation as one the leading homestay providers in Ireland.

Which plant-based ‘milk’ is the healthiest?

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Consider a number of issues when looking for dairy milk substitutes.

Get the right foundation for a career in make-up artistry

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

Located in Briarhill Business Park, The School of Make-Up Artistry offers a range of long and short courses for all levels of expertise. A family-run business for more than 35 years, managed by Katie Robinson, the school offers internationally recognised diplomas in fashion, film, theatre, and media make-up.

NUI Galway continues strong performance in QS World University Rankings

Thu, Jun 20, 2019

NUI Galway continues to perform strongly in the QS World University Rankings, ranked 259th this year out of the world’s top 1,000 universities considered in this year’s QS ranking, maintaining its position among the world’s elite educational institutions. NUI Galway now ranks third in Ireland, the top Irish university outside Dublin, and 112th in Europe.

Since 2014 NUI Galway has moved up 25 places, and it is the only Irish institution to increase its ranking year on year in eight of the previous nine years. NUI Galway continues to perform strongly in its international scores, reflecting the welcoming nature and vibrant international population of Galway city.

NUI Galway’s Adult Learners Information Evening – Celebrating 50 years of Adult Learning

Mon, Jun 10, 2019

Come along to NUI Galway’s Adult Learners Information Evening on Wednesday 19th June from 5.00-7.00pm in the Human Biology Building on the University campus. Find out more about the extensive range of part-time, flexible-learning courses on offer. The Career Development Centre will also be on hand to offer free, one-to-one career consultations on a first come, first served basis at the event.

Ardteist/Teastas Soisearach 2019

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Na scrúdaithe Ardteiste agus Teastas soisearach ag tosnú 05/06/2019. Tá treoracha agus rialalcha ag baint le hIompar na n-Iarrthóirí le linn Scrúduithe.

Managing overwhelm/anxiety

Thu, Jun 06, 2019

Many students and their parents today speak of 'overwhelm'. Firstly, what is overwhelm and what causes it? It usually occurs when we are overburdened with lots of different tasks and individual jobs which we feel must all be done at the same time. You will often hear the phrase in such situations, “I cannot think straight” — the subconscious gets confused because of the pressure and cannot sort out these patterns or thoughts.

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