Newsletter 26 (Continuing)
Newsletter 25 : 6 April
Dr. Claire Bohan, Dean of Students
Message from Claire
Dear Students,
There is a real feeling of busy-ness in the air at the moment as you all prepare to submit assignments or sit exams. Don't panic, write up your lists of deadlines and break things down, you've got this!!
Things will quieten down on our side in terms of events, but please remember we are here right through the year if you need anything, so just get in touch by emailing student.support@dcu.ie
Have a good week!
Claire
Dr. Claire Bohan, Dean of Students
Focus this week
Skills Development
Achieving Balance When Life Gets Busy
At this point in the academic year, we often hear from students that they plan to lock in and have no life until exams are done. This is a commendable level of commitment, but it can also be a recipe for demotivation, stress and burnout. Our advice is to always aim for lifestyle balance.
Take breaks throughout the day and make sure that you are getting enough food and hydration, some movement and fresh air. Connection is also important to stay motivated—check in with friends and family, even if it's just for a quick chat. A clear cut-off point in the evening, where you stop thinking about college and let your brain wind down, is essential for a good night's sleep.
For more tips and strategies, check out Discover Self-Management on Loop. Some highlights include:
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A quick video on achieving lifestyle balance, developed by our Occupational Therapists here in DCU (6 min).
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Strategies to help you get motivated and recharge your energy levels.
Tips to keep your window of tolerance as wide as possible, and to avoid becoming overwhelmed when managing stressful situations or tasks, developed by our Counselling and Personal Development Service.
Health and Wellbeing
Survey Still Open: Help Us Shape a Healthier DCU!
Please take 10 minutes to complete our survey - you will enter a draw for a chance to win great prizes!
We want to know how you search for health info (AI or Google?), what content and events you actually need and want to see, and how we can better engage everyone.
Your voice helps us improve support for the entire campus.
What's on
Tuesday 7th April
Unlock your Super Power, Discover your Strengths (Register)
Tuesday, 07/04/2026 09:30 - 10:00
Virtual
Ethnic Minority Mental Health Support Group (Register or drop in)
Tuesday, 07/04/2026 16:00 - 18:00
GLA.KA201A (Main Room, Skills Development Centre, U Building)
Wednesday 8th April
From Student to Teacher: Navigating the recruitment process and your early career (Register)
Wednesday, 08/04/2026 10:00 - 12:15
Online (Virtual)
Space - Mindfulness (drop in)
Wednesdays, 11:00 - 12:00
Interfaith Centre, Glasnevin Campus
Writing Centre: Interactive Oral Assessment: Preparation Tips (Register)
Wednesday, 08/04/2026 12:00 - 12:45
Virtual
Career Skills Session: Navigating Applications and Interviews for Final Year Post Primary Teaching Students (Register)
Wednesday, 08/04/2026 14:30 - 15:45
Online
Teach English Abroad or Online in 2026 (TEFL) (Register)
Wednesday, 08/04/2026 19:00 - 20:00
Virtual
Thursday 9th April
Walking Meditation: Steps to Mindfulness (drop in)
Thursday 09/04/2026, 13:10 - 13:50
Meet at Interfaith Centre, Glasnevin Campus
Reminder: DCU Darkness Into Light 2026
Darkness Into Light 2026 is Pieta’s (the national charity for suicide and self-harm prevention) biggest fundraiser, a 5km walk which will take place at 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, 9th of May, 2026.
How to get involved:
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Volunteer as a steward (register through StudentVolunteer.ie) to add hours to your Volunteer Portfolio and boost your CV.
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Or simply sign up for the walk here!
Key dates 11 April: Semester 2 teaching ends.
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