Newsletter 5 (Continuing)
Newsletter 5: 6 October 2025
Dr. Claire Bohan, Dean of Students
Message from Claire
Dear Students,
I'm sure you have noticed that the days are getting that bit shorter and the mornings that bit darker, so that must mean that we are well into Semester One! Assignments will begin to roll in now, so keep your files in good order so that you can make sense of your notes when you go to look through them!
Any questions, please just get in touch at student.support@dcu.ie
Enjoy the week!
Claire,
Dr. Claire Bohan, Dean of Students
Focus this week
Skills Development
This week, let's talk balance!
Demands on your time are probably increasing as you get busy with assignments, presentations, group projects, and everything else you may have going on in your life outside of university. This may be a good time to pause, reflect, and put some strategies in place.
Your Wheel of Life on Develop is a coaching tool to help you identify areas where you want to achieve greater balance. Not sure where to start making changes? You can email student.support@dcu.ie to make an individual coaching appointment, or keep an eye out for the next iteration of our Pathways to Success series of workshops.
Discover Self-Management is an online resource which reviews strategies to increase motivation, organise and plan your time, beat procrastination, and manage your stress. This is a great time in the semester to engage with it before things get too hectic!
From Challenges to Strengths
As your studies become increasingly challenging, you may sometimes find yourself losing confidence in your abilities. To help you refocus on your strengths and build your resilience, why not try this audio exercise developed by our Counselling and Personal Development Service? It takes approximately 20 minutes and you will need to have a notebook handy.
Health & Wellbeing
World Mental Health Day
This week, on October 10th, we mark World Mental Health Day. This is a global initiative to raise awareness about mental health issues, reduce stigma, and encourage action to support mental well-being and access to care for all.
This year the focus is on the mental health impact of repeated exposure to news coverage of crises and conflicts. The world is going through a tough time right now and, even if you're not directly affected by events, it can still feel like a lot to cope with.
We may not have the power to influence or change everything we’d like to on a global scale, but there are things we can do to protect ourselves, and others, from feeling overwhelmed and hopeless in the face of current events. You can read tips on how to manage your news consumption and the impacts of doomscrolling.
Check in with yourself this World Mental Health Day and ask yourself how you're doing. If you need supports, DCU is here and can help. Visit our website for more information.
Find us on:
Website: dcu.ie/healthy and follow us on Instagram @dcuhealthy and TikTok @dcu_healthy
What's on
Monday 6 October to Friday 10 October
Monday 6 October
Global Connect Café GLA Games Night (register)
Monday, 06/10/2025 17:00 - 19:00
GLA.XG14
DCU Graduate Careers Fair: Business, Accounting, Finance, Law (register)
Monday, 06/10/2025 11:00 - 14:30
The Helix
Tuesday 7 October
Pathways to Success Week 3 (register)
Tuesday, 07/10/2025 08:00 - 09:00
Virtual
DCU Graduate Careers Fair: Science, Technology, Engineering (register)
Tuesday, 07/10/2025 11:00 - 14:30
The Helix
Tuesday, 07/10/2025 13:00 - 13:45
GLA O'Reilly Library, Information Commons
Ethnic Minority Mental Health Support Group (register or drop in)
Tuesday, 07/10/2025 16:00 - 18:00
GLA.KA201A (Main Room, Skills Development Centre, U Building)
Mason Hayes & Curran - Internship Information Session (register)
Tuesday, 07/10/2025 11:00 - 12:00
Virtual
Wednesday 8 October
Writing Centre: Groupwork Success Tools for International Students (register)
Wednesday, 08/10/2025 13:00 - 13:45
GLA.KA201A (Main Room, Skills Development Centre, U Building)
Self Compassion Station (register)
Wednesday, 08/10/2025 16:00 - 16:45
GLA.KA201A (Main Room, Skills Development Centre, U Building)
Thursday 9 October
Navigating the Discover Series on Loop (Clinic) (register)
Thursday, 09/10/2025 13:00 - 13:30
Virtual
Writing Centre: Beating Procrastination and Managing Your Time (register)
Thursday, 09/10/2025 13:00 - 13:45
SPC.F203 (F Block)
Writing Centre: Creating Effective Presentations (register)
Thursday, 09/10/2025 15:00 - 15:45
GLA.KA201A (Main Room, Skills Development Centre, U Building)
Meditation: Cultivate Calmness, Clarity and Emotional Positivity (drop in)
Thursdays, 09/10/2025 13:15 - 13:45
Interfaith Centre, Glasnevin Campus
Crafternoon Tea: Express your Creativity and Make New Friends (drop in)
Thursdays, 09/10/2025 14:00 - 16:00
Interfaith Centre, Glasnevin Campus
Bloomberg - Early Careers Data Workshop (register)
Thursday, 09/10/2025 10:30 - 13:30
CV Skills Session and How to Stand Out at Interview (register)
Thursday, 09/10/2025 13:00 - 13:45
GLA.QG21 (Business Building)
Friday 10 October
Dublin STEM Women Graduate Careers Event (register)
Friday, 10/10/2025 13:00 - 16:00
Virtual
Mindfulness Training (MIEA Mindfulness for Emerging Adults Program) (register)
4 Fridays in October (participants must attend all four sessions - places are limited)
New dates! Begins Friday 10/10/2025 - 13:30
SPC.B103
DCU welcomes the Elephant in the Room initiative
Ahead of World Mental Health Day 2025, the Elephant in the Room emphasises our commitment to fostering a campus culture where mental health is openly acknowledged, supported, and prioritised. We recognise that mental health challenges are a reality for many, yet stigma often prevents open conversations.
The Elephant in the Room is about changing this – encouraging understanding, reducing stigma, and ensuring that all members of our university community feel supported in their wellbeing journey.
Jia, our Elephant in the Room sculpture, will be displayed across our three teaching campuses:
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O’Reilly Library Atrium, Glasnevin Campus: 6th - 10th October 2025
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Main Restaurant, All Hallows Campus: 13th - 17th October 2025
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Cregan Library, St. Patrick’s Campus: 20th - 24th October 2025
Visit Jia and engage with the Elephant Pledge Wall!
This is a space to show your commitment to breaking the stigma around mental health. Whether it’s a message of support, a personal pledge to prioritise wellbeing, or a reminder that no one is alone, your words can help create a culture of openness and understanding. Visit Jia and add your voice to the conversation!
Career Focus
DCU Career Mentoring Programme
Calling All Second Year Undergraduate Students!
Are you in your second year and wondering about your future career? The DCU Career Mentoring Programme can help. You’ll be paired with a DCU graduate who will mentor you over six months (October 2025 – April 2026).
Your mentor will guide you through exploring career paths, understanding different occupations and industries, and participating in a work shadow day (where possible). This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience, enhance your CV, and receive guidance from a DCU graduate.
In less than half an hour you can be on your way to a more confident career future.
How to apply
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Once done, you’ll get access to the application form.
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Submit your application by Sunday 19th October.
Don’t just take our word for it, here’s what past student mentees said:
“The DCU Mentorship Programme was a highlight of my time at university."
“It is a fantastic programme that I feel should be mandatory in your time in DCU.”
Don’t miss this chance to get real-world insight and guidance. Apply now!
Key Dates & Milestones
Postgraduate Research Students only: Thursday 9 October 2025 is the latest date for submission of softbound theses for research students wishing to meet Spring Faculty Research Award Boards.
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