CIT Students’ Union Magazine Volume Seven - Issue Five
T he Year So F ar in CIT
W elfare Guide to Diets & Smoking
Over € 3 000 Raised on CIT Xmas Day
Latest Society News & Photos
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Heya lads, hope ye all enjoyed the holidays. A lot has happened in the past year. Mary Harney has finally got sense and retired from second in command. Cork finally lost which means CIT is no longer a safe place for cats. Roy and Mick have put aside their differences, however are still battling it out for Championship Supremacy. CIT is still without a crèche and Crawford is on the move. Make the most of the next couple of weeks because a wild month lies ahead as ball season approaches and of course Rag Week in February. If you are having a class party give me a shout at sucommunications@cit.ie or alternatively grab me in the corridor so I can come along and take a couple of pictures for expliCIT and the website. You can also hand in pictures you took yourself to the Union office. Just because you failed a couple of exams doesn’t mean you have to act like a hermit for the rest of the year, so don’t forget Rafters on Wednesday and Earth on Thursday, for student friendly prices, and a great atmosphere. If you get a chance throughout the month write an article for this dear little magazine. If there’s anything annoying you, put it on paper and hand it in to Philip or email it to míse. Happy New Year, Gar
2006 saw a year where George W Bush got re-elected, our so called “Teflon Taoiseach” evaded a possible career threatening scandal and CIT was named Institute of the Year. Well when you put all of these together one begins to think how does the world work! To be fair however, CIT did achieve quite a lot. Major items include,
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The opening of the remaining commercial units in the Students Centre Documentation drawn up to ensure cost efficient and correctly managed developments will take place in the future Moves to curb the parking problem ......And this list goes on a lot further!
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A move by the Director signaling his intent to keep Crawford College of Art and design in the City Centre A new sports stand was built The new Student centre was finally opened Cork School of Music was finally topped out and is nearing completion The opening of the new school of Tourism and Hospitality studies Unveiling of plans to build a new library extension .....And the list goes on!
CIT Students’ Union had a huge role to play in achieving all of the aforementioned. This has been through the medium of intense lobbying of college management and the government combined with the enviable noise and support created by you the students of CIT. Standing united we are listened to. I can still hear the echoes of the Crèche Strike a few months back. Let’s keep it up.
These are some of the issues that CITSU hope to address in the coming months. These have been addressed tirelessly over and over by previous Students’ Union Executives, however to no avail. These are the real issues in CIT that are continually being overlooked at management level. Present funding issues due to building problems over the last few years, have left CIT in an awkward position and even though I have pointed this out time and time again, management continually try to cover up. Every move was made at the time to limit the damage that the SU could possibly do, however we will NOT sit back. We will continue to stand up and fight for what you the students of CIT need and deserve. I expect your full support on all issues that will be addressed. Every voice counts and together we will be heard. 2007 brings new opportunities…. Let’s take them.
However, it is what has not been achieved that is worrying. Items such as,
I can only take comfort in the fact that many of the countless students that call into our offices on a daily basis, leave achieving what they came for. We are all here to help so in the infamous words of Jerry Maguire, “help me help you”.
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Brian O’Sullivan President
Full time security for your welfare and property The ever annoying computer and printing problem
CIT Student Wins Institution of Mechanical Eng Gold Medal Timmy O'Keefe was presented with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers Gold Medal and Award during a formal ceremony in December 2006 at Cork Institute of Technology for his Final Year Mechanical Engineering Degree project on the Design, Development and Commissioning of an Orthodontic Thermal Cycler in conjunction with the Dental Department of Cork University Hospital.
This is the second major award conferred on Timmy, in July 2006, Timmy also won Gold in the International Medical Engineering Project Competition at Birdcage Walk, Westminster, London. The international award winning project was supervised by CIT Lecturer Bernard O'Callaghan. Timmy is pictured left with his award along with his mother Abina and sister Marie. Séan F O’leary
The Management & Staff of the Rochestown Park Hotel would like to wish all new and returning students to CIT the best of luck with the year ahead. Thank you for once again making us your Number 1 Ball Venue for 2007!
CIT Biomedical Engineering Team are only Student Project Team Honoured at Engineers Ireland Innovative Excellence Awards “...Zuttra's Handheld Infusion Tester is unique in design and offers an effective, low cost solution to the laborious task of testing the pressure and flowrate of medical infusion pumps...” In a major achievement for Cork Institute of Technology's highly regarded Bachelor of Engineering in Biomedical Engineering Degree, a final year project on the design and development of a Hand Held Medical Infusion Tester has been selected as the only student project to be awarded an Engineers Ireland Innovation Excellence Certificate at the National Innovation Awards ceremony held in Engineers Ireland HQ, Ballsbridge, Dublin on Friday 8th December 2006. The "Zuttra Hand Held Infusion Testing" project was supervised by Dr. Hugh O'Donnell of CIT and was undertaken in conjunction with Mr. Gerard Flynn, Head of the Biomedical Engineering Department at Cork University Hospital. Inventive Step The need for this innovation was brought to the attention of the project members, by Mr. Gerard Flynn, the Head of the Biomedical Engineering Department at Cork University Hospital. A study into the current infusion pump testers showed that these devices are large, heavy and awkward to use and very expensive. This convinced the team that an opportunity exists to supply the medical and industrial market with an improved design of tester, a smaller, lighter and more portable device. The Zuttra tester is an electronic measurement device that is portable and easy to use. The hand-held infusion tester is designed with a pressure transducer and turbine flow sensor which take measurements from a fluid flow. A frequency counter is programmed to convert the output voltage from these sensors to equivalent pressure and flow rate values which are read off an LCD, (Liquid Crystal Display). For aesthetic and safety purposes, all components and circuitry are housed in a polystyrene box. The hand-held tester is a rectangular device approximately 130mm x 220mm x 300mm and weighs just over half a kilogram. Continuous Improvement The use of a Programmable Interface Controller (PIC) and frequency-to-voltage converter would together be smaller in size than the frequency counter, thus making the final product even more compact. A 16C74B is the most suitable PIC circuit board to take in the readings from both the Pressure and Flow sensors. The PIC would then be programmed to convert these measurements (voltages) to corresponding values of either m?/min or mmHg for the measurement of flow or pressure respectively. (Output from the pressure sensor must first travel through a frequency-to-voltage converter). The PIC circuit board is contained within the device and powered by the 9V battery, thus eliminating the need for a mains power source. Benefits •
It is smaller, considerably lighter, and therefore more portable.
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The Zuttra infusion tester costs ?3,500, significantly cheaper than currently used testers, such as the tester chosen for use in the Cork University Hospital, which costs approximately ?8,500.
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Powered by a 9 Volt rechargeable battery and single phase (13amp) supply.
Development The Zuttra Infusion Tester operates as follows: Fluid enters the tester from the infusion pump through two inlet valves and passes through a turbine flow sensor by means of silicone tubing. The frequency of pulses outputted by the flow sensor is proportional to the flowrate of the fluid. A frequency counter is programmed to read in these measurements and output the equivalent value in ml/min for the flow measurement. The flow to be measured enters a pressure transducer from the second inlet valve. The diaphragm pressure sensor detects the flow pressure and outputs the reading as mV. These readings are then converted to units of pressure (psi) and the values are displayed on the LCD (Liquid Crystal Display). The team have designed, prototyped and intend to sell their handheld infusion tester. The Zuttra infusion pump tester facilitates mobility, portability, patient access and quality of life. Commercialisation Zuttra's Handheld Infusion Tester is unique in design and offers an effective, low cost solution to the laborious task of testing the pressure and flowrate of medical infusion pumps. The handheld infusion tester is suitable for the testing of any medical infusion pumps in use in today's medical world. No biomedical device currently on the market can compete in terms of size, portability and price. The Zuttra tester is very useful to chemical, pharmaceutical and brewing industries and distilleries where rates of pressure and flow must be monitored. Applications where critical instrumentation needs periodic recalibration are all potential market areas for the Zuttra tester. This applies both to the patient healthcare sector and the manufacturing sectors. Thus, we believe the Zuttra handheld infusion tester has a wide potential target market not only in Europe but also in the United States. There are handheld testers available to measure flow pressure but none which can measure both flow and pressure.
A total of 21 certificates of excellence were awarded at the National ceremony, which coincided with the Engineers Ireland " Art of Innovation Seminar ". Award Winners at the ceremony included: Mr. Martin Curley, a senior principal engineer with Intel Lexlip, who was named Engineers Ireland Innovation Engineer of the Year. Mr. Curley, who flew in from Brazil to collect his award has developed a ‘capability maturity framework’ that can be implemented by companies to achieve more predictable business value from IT based innovations. Wavebob Ltd, were announced winners of the Engineers Ireland Innovation Company of the Year category. Wavebob Ltd, an Irish green energy company, have spent the past seven years developing a highly innovative technology for the conversion of ocean wave energy to useful power. Séan F. O'Leary
Mechanical Eng Student Receives Second Top Engineering Design Award Pictured above is Mr. James Lucey, a final year Mechanical Engineering Degree student at Cork Institute of Technology, on receipt of the prestigious Institution of Mechanical Engineers Award for first place in Engineering Design at a recent formal presentation ceremony in December 2006 at CIT. James is accompanied in the photograph by his proud parents Marian and Jimmy Lucey of Doire na Sagart, Baile Mhuirne, Co. Cork. James’s achievement of the Institution Top Design Award was based on the assessment of a comprehensive suite of engineering projects incorporating literature research, analysis, fracture mechanics / fatigue and computer aided design. Remarkably this is the second major design award presented to James, this year. In January 2006, James was presented with the National Computer Aided Design Competition first place award and medal by Minister Mary Hanafin, T.D., Minister for Education and Science at the Clock Tower Conference Room in the Department of Education and Science, Marlborough Street, Dublin 1. The National Computer Aided Design Competition is an extensive test of CAD expertise, undertaken over a week long period. Design Finalists are assessed in Component Dimension Measurement, Solid Model Creation, Design Working Drawing Generation and Final Design Assembly. James, delighted with his two major engineering design awards, is especially keen to thank CIT CAD Lecturer, Derry Sheehan, for his enthusiastic guidance in preparation for the National Design Finals. Apart from his Mechanical Engineering studies at Cork Institute of Technology, James has a deep interest in the Design and Build of Single Seater Racing Cars for Autocross. James was also crowned the Outright Winner of the 2005 Munster Autocross Racing Championship.
USI Welcomes Séan Haughy as Junior Education Minister The Union of Students in Ireland (USI) has welcomed the appointment of Seán Haughey as new Minister of State at the Department of Education. USI’s voter registration drive in colleges was strengthened by Mr Haughey’s stance last month. By writing to the Environment Minister in his capacity as chairperson of the Oireachtas Environment Committee, Mr Haughey helped win an extension to the registration deadline. Mr Haughey has also raised concerns shared by students over Shannon airport, as well as conservation matters. USI President Colm Hamrogue said: “USI welcomes Seán Haughey as junior Education minister. We trust that Mr Haughey will continue to raise and support issues important to students and young people. The priorities of students are often sidelined in national politics. With this in mind USI urges Mr Haughey to maintain his commitment to ensuring that as many people as possible vote at the next election”.
CIT Students’ Union President Welcome back to each and every one of you, may this year bring you peace, happiness and good fortune. A new year is upon us and with it new opportunities to excel in CIT. I hope the exams went well and that all will be celebrating glowing results in the coming days. I hope all had a “quiet” Christmas, like I did however somehow I spent a fortune and have lost some of my memory….can you figure it out? Farewell 2006: Well 2006 saw Munster win the Heineken Cup and Cork won the All Ireland hurling final. However 2006 can be hailed a success for CIT also with many achievements in curricular and extra curricular activities. However “a lot done, more to do” I believe is the fitting quote here. Have a read of my 2006 review to see CITSU plans for the future. Christmas Day: In total €3294 was raised on the day for the worthy cause of Cork Simon Community. Indeed a success by any standards but it shows that students in CIT care once again continue to lead the way in fund raising. Crawford: In October last the Director of CIT, Dr. Brendan Murphy, went public with his plans to create a new centre for art, media, design and architecture. His plans included basing this site in a City Centre location. CITSU believe this is a huge step in the right direction for the Crawford relocation issue and is testament to the voices of students being listened to once again. I have met with the direc-
tor over this issue and he assures me that while his idea is only in the initial stages, the Crawford name will remain and staff and students will have a marked input into its design. However, as these plans may take years to be realized, he has formally written requesting further funding from the Department of Education, to curb the huge Health and safety risk which remains in the Crawford. CITSU has backed this request with a stern letter and petition demanding further, essential funding be made available immediately. We still await a formal response. Exam energy: Students recently enjoyed complimentary bottles of water, oranges and chocolate during exam time to help build their essential energy levels and read CITSU’s exam study and stress tips. To all who helped give them out I thank you we hope to continue this trend during all exam times in the future. Mini market: Finally a glimour of hope. The mini market has officially opened for business and this will hopefully extinguish the current delays existing with the opening of the Bistro and Bookshop. In the interim you can get your daily household needs along with your lunchtime snacks in this new store and we look forward what special deals it has to offer. Rag Week: Remember rag week is only a few weeks away. Start putting a few bob aside because this well earned break is generally the years highlight. Look out for posters around college displaying what’s going on and be sure to show face. With that I shall bid you farewell. Regards, Brian
CIT Students’ Union Vice President Education Welcome back everyone, A new year, a few new beginnings and all that sort of stuff. Hope ye all had a great Christmas and new years. We’re all back to the grind now, so heads down in them books and keep your study practices up (the good ones) and keep on top of that work. Also don’t forget to have a break from it now and again too. A new year for us here at the Union too. Our first half of the year didn’t go too badly but we still have much more to strive for and to achieve before May comes along. We will have more campaigns for the New Year, a lot more, and we will do everything in our power to achieve our
aims. Any thing that you think we might need to be working on that we’re not, come and tell us. We are your representatives, so we deal with the problems you think are there and want solved. So come along to the general meetings or just pop into the office and we’ll have a talk. I’d like to make the point that if you are having a problem come to us. Last week I was talking to a woman who had a problem that was solved but could have been solved a lot easier had she come to us quicker. So lads, any problems come to us that’s why we’re here to do all we can for you. That’s the point of Unions lads a group working together for common goals. The more solidarity we have the stronger we are as one body and as a Union. Mind yourself, Simon.
CIT Students’ Union Vice President Welfare A Very Happy New Year to you all. Hopefully you all enjoyed the Christmas festivities and that the exams went well for you. I trust you’re all well refreshed and ready for a new term. I’m not sure about you but I never want to see another turkey or mince pie as long as I live.
I suppose you’re all looking forward to the Study Break in February, but there’s a lot to look forward to in the meantime, such as Safety Week and Rag Week. There are also some welfare events coming up so if you’d like to get involved in any way, drop into my office. Time really does fly by, so try all the same to keep on top of the college work. If it gets too much for you at any point, remember that help and support is available throughout the college.
How are all those New Year Resolutions going? Check out the welfare section in this issue for helpful tips if you’ve decided to lose that extra Christmas weight or stop smoking. And as always, my office is open (and confidential) if you want any further information or to chat about anything.
Although Spring is just around the corner, the days are still quite dark and dreary, so do try to keep yourselves active and find something enjoyable to help pass those long evenings. Well that’s it for me for another month. Six eventful months down and another Six to go. Slán go fóill Marie-Claire
CIT Careers Day - 24th January 2007
International Fund Services
Parsons Siemens I-to-I AIB/BNY Citco Data Processing Boston Scientific John A Woods Lidl Ireland DePuy Bowen Construction Analog Devices Enterprise-Rent-a-Car AIESEC
Fusion Buiding Services
Glanbia
Contract People
Bunac
ACCA
EMC2
The Hope Foundation
Premier Group
Irish Cement LTD
PJ Hegarty
Kingspan
EOP (IBEC)
Proscan
CPA
Ericsson Ireland
ICAI
Ollie McPhillips Ltd
Kostal
Sisk
Missionaries of SH
Millipore
Irish Defence Force
Jurys Doyle Hotel
Pepsi
DPS Engineering
La Crème
Science Recruitment
Brunel
Stryker Orthopaedics
Hays Recruitment
Grant Thornton
Engineers Ireland
Action Recruitment
Tiger Jobs
CIMA PMcNamara &Assoc
The Careers and Counselling Service at CIT are organising Careers Fair 2007. This event will take place in the Courtyard of the Student Centre on Wednesday January 24th and run from 10.30am – 3.00pm.
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Do some research on companies you want to see
For those of you who have never attended a Careers Fair, this event will provide you with an opportunity to meet with employers who plan to recruit graduates in the year 2007. There will be more than 50 companies participating in the Fair, which will include local, national and international companies, across all disciplines.
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Make note of the names of any contacts you make on the day
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Think about your strengths and skills and be able to tell an employer what you have to offer.
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Think about what questions you want to ask them: What vacancies do they have? What are their require ments? What training opportunities do they offer?
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Be sure to visit the less well-know organisations also as they often have very challenging opportunities to offer.
The Careers Fair will give you the opportunity to make personal contact with leading graduate employers in many sectors of industry and commerce, get expert advice on what a career with a particular company might involve and how you can get the job you want. It will also give you the opportunity to collect company literature and information. Be Prepared… To make the best of this opportunity you will need to be prepared. Few employers will offer you a job on the spot but if you make the right impression this will be to your advantage at the interview stage.
This is your chance to make some useful contacts and see what opportunities are out there... SO DON'T MISS OUT! If you require further information please contact the Service on (021) 4326678
Postgrad Research Scholarship Scheme The Embark Initiative's Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme is designed for either Masters or Doctorate level researchers in the sciences, engineering or technology.
2007 Programme [First Call] NOW OPEN The Irish Research Council for Science, Engineering & Technology invites applications for funding from intending postgraduate researchers under the Embark Initiative Postgraduate Research Scholarship Scheme (2007). The first call in the 2007 programme will fund up to 120 Masters or Doctorate level
researchers in the sciences, engineering and technology. The scheme is open to candidates worldwide with a small number of the scholarships available to exceptional candidates from non EU member states. The Closing Date for all applications will be 5.00 pm, 14th February 2007. Applications will only be received via the Online Grants Applications System. For Application form, terms & conditions for this call please see: www.ircset.ie/grant_schemes/postgrad.html
RAGWEEK 2007 12th - 15th February
UNIFORM BALL at EARTH on Tues 13th Feb VALENTINES NIGHT FOAM PARTY at La Cheile (behind GATE CINEMA) Weds 14th Feb TRAMPS BALL at Mardyke Complex on Thurs 15th Feb Plus Hypnotists, Sketch Comedy and RAG Week Market
Xmas Fun & Earth Nightclub
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DIETS – The Good, The Fad and The Dodgy The Fad:
Again, the weight will come straight back on once you return to any old habits… plus a little extra for good measure.
The Dodgy:
Eh….. How do you prepare a meal for several people all with different blood types?
Planning to lose that extra Christmas weight by going on the latest diet? Think again. Many people are willing to try just about anything to lose those extra pounds rapidly. Advertising takes advantage of this fact, and many companies will present fad diets in a way which makes them seem so convincing. “Quick fix solution”, “magic food”, increase your metabolism”, “speed up weight loss”… any of these phrases seem familiar? Then stop. You’ve just been conned by another fad diet. The truth is there is no quick solution, no rapid way to lose weight. The key to long-term weight loss is developing a healthy lifestyle that you can comfortably follow for life.
Grapefruit Diet:
Do You Know Your Fact From Your Fad?
This diet involves eating a grapefruit with every meal, along with small amounts of protein, black coffee or salad.
Atkins Diet:
The Good:
You will intake higher amounts of Vitamin C and fibre.
This diet allows you to eat all the protein you want, but insists you cut out carbohydrates.
The Fad:
It is extremely difficult to survive and manage normal rou tines on so few calories (approx 800 per day).
The Dodgy:
The diet is highly nutritionally deficient.
The Good:
Calorie intake is reduced through carbohydrates and sugar being restricted.
The Fad:
This diet does not include enough calcium, fruit and fibre.
The Dodgy:
Once you begin to intake carbohydrates again, you will pile back on the weight.
Pritikin Diet: With this diet, fat can only account for 10-15% of all calorie intake.
Cabbage Soup Diet: The principle behind this diet is that you consume a vegetable based soup with one other food every day. The Good:
Noticeable weight loss in days.
The Fad:
This diet can be dangerous if taken for more than seven days. As it is only seven days long, it is impossible to keep off the weight.
The Dodgy:
The weight loss is due to loss of water and can cause nausea, dizziness and gas.
The recommended fresh foods contain more essential vitamins and minerals than processed foods.
The Dodgy: You’re likely to get carbohydrate cravings and thus put the weight back on.
Eat Right For Your Type Diet: This depends on the individual’s blood type and suggest that eating the wrong foods is like getting a blood transfusion with the wrong blood. The Good: The diet encourages all blood types to eat more fruit and vegetables.
The Fad:
It is impossible to maintain such a low fat diet over a long period of time.
The Dodgy:
A person will not feel full due to so little fat. This can actually lead to over-eating!
This diet attempts to balance insulin levels by ensuring exact proportions of fat, carbohydrates and protein.
This diet blames processed foods for obesity and suggests fresh fruit and veg and lean meats.
The Fad: This diet is no way supported by research or experts.
Less calories and lean meat reduces the risk of heart disease.
Zone Diet:
Caveman Diet: The Good:
The Good:
The Good:
The amount of saturated fat consumed is reduced.
The Fad:
Calorie intake is too low to maintain over time and meals are too strict.
The Dodgy:
Serving sizes are outrageously small. Would 1/8th of a cup of cooked pasta fill you up?
So as you can see, the biggest problem with fad diets is that they only offer short term solutions, rather than ways to successfully maintain a healthy weight. With all the pressures of everyday life, college, family, friends, confining to a fad diet is just another stress in your life that you simply don’t need.
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are some tips for a healthy weight loss plan: Eat a good breakfast every day and do not skip meals. Try to eat your meals slowly. Be careful with the size of your portions. Eat just enough, not necessarily until you are full. Eat a balanced diet, including all food groups, to ensure you get the vitamins and minerals you need. Try not to eat when you are not actually hungry. Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol. Exercise regularly (30-60 minutes 4-6 days per week). Try to be more active in your daily routine. E.g. take the stairs when you can.
2007 Is The Year I’ll Finally Quit Smoking This is one of the most common New Years’ resolutions there is. So many smokers have tried, but not succeeded. Or tried and succeeded for a short period of time. Four out of five smokers want to quit… someday. If you need that little bit of extra help and encouragement, the tips below may be just what you need: • • •
Try to write down your reasons for wanting to quit smoking. Set a date on which you will quit… and stick to it. Many smokers will gain a little weight while quitting so try to partake in regular exercise. This will also help you to relieve stress. If you find yourself having cravings, try drinking a glass of water, take deep breaths and move yourself away from the situation until the craving has passed. Try saving the money you would usually spend on cigarettes. For a person who smokes 20 cigarettes a day, this would mean a saving of over €2,500 in a year.
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Try to avoid certain routines, habits, places you would usually associate with smoking. These will only increase temptations. Ask those around you, family, friends etc, to be as supportive as they can towards you.
Stopping smoking will greatly reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease, lung disease and stroke. These risks drop the minute you stop smoking and will continue to drop the longer you stay away from cigarettes. Remember that support is there for you. If you need support and advice on how to quit smoking you can contact your doctor, a nurse or pharmacist who can discuss the various options available to you. Alternatively you can call the National Smokers’ Quitline on Callsave 1850 201 203
YOUR RIGHTS AS A TENANT
he/she wishes. If they need to see the premises, it must be at a time which is agreed by all tenants.
Living away from home for the first time can be tough. Some landlords can be quite intimidating, and try to exploit your rights because you are a student. But remember, you DO have rights as a tenant. •
Your landlord may not evict you without giving you a minimum of 28 days notice (written). In some very extreme circumstances 7 days notice can be given, but never less than that. If you have been living for less than 6 months in your accommodation, your landlord is not required to give a reason for the eviction.
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Your landlord is also obliged by law to make sure that your living conditions comply with certain standards. For example, working appliances, sufficient heating, and no dampness. If you think that your home does not meet such standards, a complaint can be made to the Private Residential Tenancies Board and an inspection of the premises will be carried out.
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You are also entitled to receive tax relief on any rent you pay. You can contact your local tax office for more information.
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If you have any accommodation problems or questions, call into the Welfare Officer in the Student Centre or e mail suwelfare@cit.ie
Here is a list of some important things you should be aware of: •
By law your landlord is entitled to provide you with your ORIGINAL lease, while he/she holds a copy. A landlord cannot under any circumstances use a lease to deny you of your statutory rights as a tenant.
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You are also entitled to a rent book to record any payments, rent, bills etc. If your landlord has not already supplied you with one, you can get one from the Welfare office.
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There are only 2 circumstances in which a landlord can retain your deposit: 1. If rent has not been paid in full up to date. 2. If additional costs have been incurred to cover damage to or within the premises.
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Your landlord does not have the right to enter your home whenever
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C I T Students’ Union would atulate and thank all stuwould like like to congr congratulate students and staff who helped to raise raise ov ov er ₏ 3,000 for charity durduring C I T Christmas Day Celebration Celebration on Wednesday Wednesday 29th Nov Nov ember. ember. R A G W E E K (Raise And Give Give Week) Week) will be taking place place from from the 12th to the 15th 15th February February 2007 2007. If you you would would like like to get inv inv olved olved with our Entertainment or Fundraising Fundraising Crews Crews please contact contact us.
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The 'Mature Students Society' annual Christmas Dinner Party was held on the 8th of December at the Gresham Metropole Hotel, Mc Curtain St.A little earlier than usual but not too early to have fun galore on the banks of the Lee to the sounds of the Fifth Avenue Band and Disco 2000. A panorama of students from various departments including engineering, business studies & community developement shared a wonderful night and
€100 euros was raised for charity through the sale of tickets for spotprizes many of which were generously donated by local businesses like the new Aqua Spa at Eden Hall, McCarthy's restaurant, Argos, Hyland Photos, Tony & Guy's hairdressers, Oriental Bazarre & Boots. Dancing continued late into the night and some are looking forward to 'next year' already.! 'Merry Xmas & Happy New Year to all at C.I.T.'
Architectural Society Sends Cow to Africa We in the Architectural Society would like to thank every one who contributed to our christmas collection for bothar. We raised €513.55 to send a cow to a needy family in Africa. Bothar is a charity which sends living animals to help those in the developing world, a process which makes a very noticeable and substantial difference. We would also like to thank Mervyn O' Mahony for his assistance in this project. Thanks! Cillian Twohig, Chairperson and Tadhg Casey, Chiefe Fund Raiser.
CIT Choral Society Christmas Concert 2006 CIT Choral Society ‘Similis Chori’, presented their Christmas concert on Tuesday 12th December. This fantastic evening of festive cheer began with a mulled wine reception and feast of mince pies. The concert included a diverse range of religious and secular Christmas songs performed both by individuals and groups. The choir were accompanied by Jack Kenefick, a Cork School of Music student, on CIT’s grand piano. Given the comfortable sized crowd and the close surrounding of the CIT theatre, an intimate atmosphere was enjoyed by those attending the concert. As a new soci-
ety and with limited numbers it was a huge undertaking and was carried out in spectacular fashion With new and exciting projects lined up for the New Year, including collaboration with the African Drumming Society, new members are very welcome. Previous experience of singing, either solo or with a group, is not necessary. All we require is enthusiasm and a passion for music! Although an ability to sing in tune does help…. If interested you can contact the society through Mervyn in the societies office.
CIT Social Studies Society students raised well over â‚Ź1,000 by organising a christmas raffle and a table quiz. The money was used to purchase toys for sick children at Cork University Hospital. The toys were given to each child by a special visit by Santa and the students. Additional toys were purchased to remain permanently in the hospital play ground.
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At first i was afraid, I was petrified!
Kept thinking I could never pass without revision guides,
Weren't you the one who tried to get me to revise? You think I’d crumble?
But then I spent so many nights, getting all the questions wrong, And I grew strong, And I learned how to scrape along, I wont look back, to any place, When I can swallow 15 shots and get completely off my face, I would have spent all day at work,
You think I'd work towards the skies? Oh no, not I! I won’t revise! Unless I die from alcohol, I know I’ll stay alive, Though my money's at an end, I've my over draft to spend,
if I'd thought for just one second my exams would bother me,
Suduku Prize - Win expliCIT Rugby Jersey
So all my notes, are on the floor,
To enter simply return completed sudoku puzzle in evelope with your name, class and contact details to the new CITSU office, 1st Floor Student Centre by Monday 22nd January 2007
Don't even matter...that there's no Comedy night anymore...
But now hold my head up high, And you see me! Somebody new! I'm not that mixed up weird person who wants a good 2:2 So if you feel like calling in, chances are that I’ll be free Coz I've done fuck all revision, and I'm failing my degree,
I won't revise, I wont revise!!
Oh no, not I! I wont revise,
It took all the strength I had, not to act the part,
I think that I may scrape a third, but I could be telling lies!
I would have had no spare time free,
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I used to try,
But in the my real revision didn't even start. I used to sit at home at night, feeling guilty to myself,
Let the lecturers all scorn, My bed's far too nice and warm, I wont revise, I wont revise........ hey hey...
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