Newsletter 2 (Continuing)
Newsletter 2 : 14th September 2026
Dr. Claire Bohan, Dean of Students
Message from Claire
Dear Students,
I hope you all had a good week, got your timetables, found the various rooms and re-engaged with friends and university life! Lots of good things are happening again this week, so see what is of interest to you! Make sure to follow our new Socials to stay updated on all the latest events and services available to you.
Have a good week!
Claire
Dr Claire Bohan, Dean of Students
Focus this week
Skills Development
Study Hack: Take Useful Notes
Do you ever find yourself trying to transcribe everything your lecturer says, or copying out large sections of your readings, because you are not sure what to select? You may need a better note-taking strategy!
Luckily, you don't have to reinvent the wheel: there are proven methods to help you make the most of your lectures and reading, and they are very easy to learn and put into practice straightaway. Head over to our Note Taking and Effective Reading resource on DEVELOP to learn more.
Career Development
Boost Your Employability Through Extracurricular Activities
Joining clubs, societies, sports teams, or volunteering is a great way to make friends and pursue your interests while actively developing your employability skills.
Employers look for candidates who go beyond their degree. Active involvement demonstrates drive, initiative, and a positive attitude. More importantly, it builds core skills including teamwork, leadership, project management, critical thinking, organising and time management.
Health and Wellbeing
Better Fuel for Busy Semesters : Nutrition for Students
Welcome to Week 2! As you settle into college life and tackle cooking independently, remember good nutrition isn't about restriction. It's about fuelling your mind and body for lectures and study.
Prioritise complex carbs, lean protein, healthy fats, and colourful produce. Keep your student budget intact by shopping frozen, buying bulk staples like rice, and understanding food labels to guide your choices.
Explore our website and DEVELOP resources for cheap recipes and energy-boosting tips!
What's on
Monday 14 to Friday 18 September
Tuesday 15 September
Prepare for the Careers Fair: 30-Minute Briefing Sessions (register)
Tuesday, 15/09/2026 13:00 - 13:30
GLA.QG21 (Business Building)
DCU Career Mentorship Information Session (register)
Tuesday, 15/09/2026 14:00 - Thursday, 24/09/202612:45
GLA.SA217 (Stokes Building)
Wednesday 16 September
A Career in the Pharmaceutical Sector - Employers on Campus (register)
Wednesday, 16/09/2026 13:00 - 14:00
Venue TBC
Thursday 17 September
Prepare for the Careers Fair: 30-Minute Briefing Sessions (register)
Thursday, 17/09/2026 13:00 - 13:30
GLA.QG21 (Business Building)
Friday 18 September
Culture Night in DCU (see full schedule)
Friday, 18/09/2026, 17:00 to 21:00
DCU St Patrick's Campus
Need Help with Academic Writing?
The Writing Centre is open! We offer free, friendly, non-judgemental support with assignment and thesis writing. We are open this week for online 1:1 appointments, and will be available on campus in October. Keep an eye out for our weekly workshops too, starting 23rd September!
More info and bookings on the Writing Centre website.
Culture Night in DCU 2026
DCU Library and Oifig na Gaeilge are delighted to invite you to Culture Night next Friday 18th September from 17:00 to 21:00 on the St Patrick's Campus. Join us for a relaxed evening of events for all ages that include live music, art and sean nós dancing workshops, tours, talks, exhibitions and family-friendly activities.
See the full schedule on Oíche Chultúir OCBÁC 2026 / DCU Culture Night 2026.ering opportunities available for you all across Ireland
Apply for a Parking Permit at DCU
We encourage students and staff to consider public transport options when travelling to DCU where possible, but if you have to commute by car, you can apply for a parking permit that's valid accross the three teaching campuses.
Head over to the website to find out more.
Free Injury Assessment & Rehabilitation Clinics
The Student Led Clinic (SLC) offers free musculoskeletal injury assessments for all staff and students. It’s run by supervised ATT (Athletic Therapy and Training) students as part of their clinical education. Whether you're dealing with a tendon, muscle, bone, or joint issue, we are here to help.
Spaces are limited! Book your appointment here or email attclinics@mail.dcu.ie
Key Dates
16-18 September: Autumn Faculty Award Boards for Research Degrees.
18 September: Online Registration closes (including change of module).
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