Time for new blood to answer Ireland's call?

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Are ya ready to be part of this new blood to shake up Irish politics? Have ya thought about it? Did ya get the call, did ya get the call? Lucinda was in town last night, with the little red book. Maybe your number was in it. Maybe she's fond of ya. Maybe you’ll get the call for BootupdaArseIreland. Tog out. Warm up. Slap those calves. Throw on the wintercream. And then Mike Fitzmaurice joining up with your man with the plummy voice from Wickla, Ross. Sure you have to get the call. Ireland’s call. Your role in history. This is your moment. New party. Wow. Maybe more. Jaypers I never thought we'd see the day when you might be asked to join a party. Sit by the phone and wait.

Galway event to explore alternatives to Ireland’s asylum system

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

A seminar due to take place in Galway next Monday will explore alternatives to the current reception and legal framework for asylum seekers in Ireland.

2015 - a time for optimism but I look forward to the political challenge, says Labour TD Nolan

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

It is time for optimism. After so many years of bad news, the economy is growing again and growing strongly, with 80,000 new jobs have been created in the last 24 months and unemployment is at a five year low. Austerity budgets are over and this month will see the first tax cuts and income increases for families since the crisis hit in 2008.

Galway’s ‘poor’ showing sees city drop thirteen places in national litter league

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Galway’s ranking in the national litter league tables, published by IBAL this week, has been branded “poor” with the city coming in 34th among the 40 urban areas surveyed. The city has plummeted from 21st place in the previous IBAL survey and only just managed to hold on to its grade of being clean to European norms.

Just eight areas of the city were given an ‘A’ grade in the last IBAL survey of 2014, compared to 17 in the previous survey. Meanwhile two areas received a ‘D’ grade, the lowest grade given to any area in the city; by contrast, no part of the city was given a ‘D’ in the previous survey, published in August, and just two areas received a ‘C’ grade, with three areas garnering a ‘C’ in this week’s published results.

Council’s Marketing Promotion Fund deadline extended

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

The deadline for the Galway City Council’s Marketing Promotion Fund for initiatives which support economic development, has been extended to Wednesday January 21.

Two new FETAC courses for Galway

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Acorns 2 Oaks Play Therapy has announced that it will bring two new courses to Galway this year in association with The Children’s Therapy Centre.

CAO deadlines to watch out for

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

With the February 1 CAO deadline just around the corner, the focus of attention this week must be on restricted entry courses. These are courses that must be included on the initial CAO application and cannot be added after the February 1 closing date, other than medicine which has an earlier deadline of January 20, to allow for the taking of the HPAT test.

NUI Galway to host application clinic for school leavers with disabilities

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

In advance of the CAO application deadline, NUI Galway will run an application advice clinic for students and parents who are interested in applying for access to college through the HEAR and DARE schemes. The clinic will be held on Saturday January 10 from 10am to 2pm in the Bailey Allen Hall.

Learn sean nós dancing with Conradh na Gaeilge

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Monday January 26 will see the return of Club Árus na nGael’s popular sean nós dancing classes under the expert and patient tuition of Conamara sean nós dancer Pádraig Ó h’Oibicín.

Irish oral preparation with Conradh na Gaeilge

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Do you want to do well in your oral Irish examination? Are you looking for an opportunity to practise your Irish in a fun environment?

University of Cambridge TEFL centre with International House Galway at GMIT

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Teaching English as a foreign language, or TEFL, is a popular choice among graduates who want to go travelling or people wishing to change career. “There are many courses out there,” said Mary Grennan, director of International House (IH) Galway, “but you need a course which is recognised worldwide, such as the University of Cambridge CELTA — it’s the most recognised ELT qualification in the world.”

Happy New Year from the French Institute

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

This is the time of the year for ‘les bonnes résolutions’. Start the New Year by joining a French class in the pleasant, friendly, environment of the French Institute. The French Institute is Galway’s oldest French school, located in the beautiful and historic Bridge Mills.

Western Management Centre launches new QQI public relations course

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Western Management Centre, Galway, is launching a new QQI accredited PR course. The programme is aimed at participants with an interest in PR, those who are working in the area but want to broaden their knowledge, or self-employed individuals who want to learn PR techniques to promote their own businesses in a cost effective way.

Opportunity and excellence at St Mary’s College

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

St Mary’s offers a strong curriculum affording students the opportunity to study at the highest levels across an array of subjects. The impressive facilities at St Mary’s are unrivalled in Galway city; the school is set on some 40 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, boasting Gaelic and soccer pitches, basketball and tennis courts, fitness suite, weights room, a nationally recognised cross-country course, indoor and outdoor handball courts, as well as two sports halls.

Mature students’ open evening

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

NUI Galway is hosting a Mature Students Open Evening on Thursday, 15 January at 6pm in the Aula Maxima, Quadrangle. The open evening is an opportunity to find out more about courses on offer, entry requirements, CAO application procedure, mature scholarships and practical student supports within the University.  

The information evening is designed for people aged 23 and over who are considering embarking on full-time or part time undergraduate degree programmes in NUI Galway in the 2015/2016 academic year. In attendance this year will be Graham Doyle, Communications and Customer Service Manager from Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI), who will be on hand to advise on application for grants and financial supports.

Learn Spanish with The Spanish Institute

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

A new term of Spanish courses will begin in February at The Spanish Institute. Adult courses range from beginner to advanced and, with a variety of times available, there is an option to suit everyone.

A career in make-up artistry

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

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, and constantly updating with cosmetic products and fashion trends.

Enhance your CV with a payroll qualification

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

In today’s economic climate many businesses require additional office skills from prospective employees. A working knowledge of the Irish payroll system is an excellent skill to add to your CV.

Deadline for entries to Junior Painter of the Year Awards is fast approaching

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Illustrator Alan Nolan and visually impaired artist Padraig Naughton have teamed up with Sightsavers Ireland to call on primary school students across Mayo to let their inner artists loose and get their paintings ready for the sixth annual Junior Painter of the Year Awards, reminding them that the closing date is only weeks away, January 16 2015.

Register now for Conradh na Gaeilge’s spring Irish course for adults

Thu, Jan 08, 2015

Conradh na Gaeilge’s Irish classes for adults focus on conversational Irish and cater for different levels.

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