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UCD Reapply for Planning Permission to Expand NovaUCD Cian Carton| Editor

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Application originally rejected for straying too close to Dublin Eastern Bypass Corridor route Council thinks UCD’s Parking Permit Scheme is reducing spaces for NovaUCD users

CD has reapplied for planning permission to renovate and expand Nova UCD. Located in Merville House, a protected structure, NovaUCD is home to the university’s startups. Since the building is near full capacity, UCD wants to demolish the south wing of the structure in order to replace it with a new two storey building, while further renovating the north, east, and south wings. UCD originally applied to the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council for planning permission on the 3rd of April seeking to expand NovaUCD and create more on-site car parking spaces. The application was rejected on the 25th of May, solely due to the fact that UCD’s wish to expand parking facilities at the building came too close to land reserved for the

Dublin Eastern Bypass Corridor motorway. As part of the renovation work, UCD sought to increase parking spaces at NovaUCD from 124 to 164 spaces, alongside the provision of an additional 10 bicycle and 7 motorcycle spaces. The two upgraded car parks would have extended to near UCD’s boundary with the N11 road. The Council noted that the ‘site of the proposed development is located within lands to be reserved free from development as identified for the Dublin Eastern Bypass Corridor motorway scheme.’ This is a ‘future national roads scheme that is subject to a Long-Term Road Objective, as set out in the Dun LaoghaireRathdown County Development Plan, 2016-2022.’ Therefore, the Council ruled that the proposed development

would be ‘premature pending the final determination of the road layout, would contravene materially a development objective set out in the Development Plan and would, therefore, be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.’ The University still wants to demolish the south wing and replace it with a two storey building with ‘screened plant at roof level.’ The application also includes plans for ‘the addition of a single storey internal glazed walkway to the perimeter of the east quadrangle courtyard and a new single storey annex to the north facade of the complex.’ It further wishes to replace the ‘south non-original porch door with a glazed single door to facilitate universal access.’

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Editorial: Planning Application Shows UCD’s Direction Cian Carton Editor

Rachel O’Neill Editor

he last two weeks have been a bit crazy in UCD and I’m still trying to wrap my head around the whole thing. The pictures that emerged of our SU President at the Rally for Life while disappointing, are not surprising. Katie Ascough and I do not see eye to eye on every issue but given she was the President of the SU at the time, one wonders was a political statement made? Yes, the event took place on a Saturday which is of course outside of her contract hours as is the March for Choice. That being said, Katie Ascough is choosing not to attend the March for Choice. Perhaps it would have been wise to sit out the Rally for Life this year too. Be that as it may, if you can attend the March for Choice this Saturday then do. We need all the help we can get with the upcoming referendum next year. Elsewhere, there is some good news that UCD are consenting to the construction of lights around Wynnsward Drive. I’ve been parking my car around there for close to 5 years now and this is most welcome news. Anything that increases the safety of UCD students

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is good news to me and I’m particularly pleased that this is happening. The launch of a new fitness study in partnership with Genomics Medicine Ireland is interesting too. We know very little about which genes contribute to lifestyle and the fact that a new clinic has been opened to study this is great news for UCD. We have a number of world class researchers in UCD science and for a study this big to be taking place in UCD is a huge thing. I really hope that the information we gain from this study will be helpful in the future. Finally last week the entertaining L&H debate about whether an arts student or a science student is more useful on a life raft took place. I missed the debate but Dr John O’Connor, one of my favourite lecturers was speaking. Knowing John, he probably put an excellent case forward for the science student. That being said, arts students have their uses too. For example, we definitely need one or two to document the L&H losing their €12,000 Arthur Cox sponsorship. Ouch guys. And I thought The Hist were bad.

he Tribune’s lead story this issue is on UCD’s attempt to expand NovaUCD. Anything which promotes innovations and entrepreneurship is to be welcomed. The fact the expansion is required due to the growth of the innovation hub is good news. The latest application is the third major project UCD has sought planning permission for this year. The expansion to the Quinn School of Business has been somewhat overlooked, given the controversy over the planned private club and expansion to O’Reilly Hall. The Tribune reported last year that the private staff ‘University Club’ was Andrew Deeks’ main developmental priority, as he felt there was no suitable location to bring guests to when visiting the campus. Looking at the UCD Strategic Campus Development Plan 2016-2021-2026, or the UCD Strategy 2015-2020, is all well and good, but watching the plans come to life is key. Reading through what seems like endless pages of planning applications may not seem like the ideal task, but it is vital if you want to understand the direction of the university. For example, pull up page 21 of the Strategic Campus Development Plan. ‘Potential Developments’ under UCD Estates include 2,000 square metres of new buildings, with another 1,000 square meters of refurbishment, as part of NovaUCD. Now, read the application for planning permission for NovaUCD, or just read the lead story. UCD has been pushed back to applying for a 1,066 square metre development, in order to stay clear of the land reserved for a motorway. That motorway has been a national controversy for decades. Will it be built soon? Probably not. How does NovaUCD expand in a couple of years’ time? They need to shift car parking spaces just to secure planning permission this time. The spaces will be close to the building, and will take up the only real areas the building could expand towards. Merville House is also a protected structure. How will UCD address these challenges? As always, the Tribune will be on hand to monitor these developments. Hopefully you don’t have to hang on until 2026 to find out.

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argueite Cahill, Director of Planning, submitted the report which recommended refusal of the application. This report noted that the Department of Transport had earlier recommended the refusal of the plan in a message on the 23rd of May 2017. The report noted that while the ‘proposed development of a two storey extension to an existing building within NovaUCD for educational purposes with the University, is considered to be acceptable in principle, however the works are located directly adjected and within the area identified in the Dublin Eastern Bypass Corridor Protection Study Area, 2011 and the Dun Laoghaire – Rathdown County Development Plan 2016-2022.’ It also mentioned that the proposed development and including the extension to NovaUCD and works to the car park area in the northeastern corner of the site would encroach upon lands that have specifically identified at national level as a route corridor to be protected. At the point in the letter where the official refusal is given, someone handwrote in an extra paragraph. This reads: ‘Consideration was given to seeking additional information and asking the applicant to omit the car park and redesign the extension however any revisions would need to address the guidelines (A to J) as set out in the NRA ‘Corridor Protection Study’ and this may result in a more fundamental redesign than can be addressed by further information.’ The initials ‘LmG’ are written under this note, which matches the name of the Senior Planner.

Car Park Problems The rejection was set out in an 18-page report. The report identified the car parks as the main problem. The expansion of the car parks would encroach into the area reserved for the Dublin Eastern Bypass. Notwithstanding the road issue, the Transportation Department also said that UCD had failed to ‘sufficiently’ demonstrate a need for the additional car parking spaces. The report stated that the car parking requirements for NovaUCD was more suited to the ‘Offices – Business, Professional or Science and Technology Based’ category, as opposed to

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the ‘College of Higher Education, University’ one it sought. Parking for the former is based on 1 spot per 100 square metres of gross floor area in a public transport corridor, whereas the latter is measured by staff numbers. The report noted the expansion would give NovaUCD a gross floor area of 5661 square metres, which corresponds to 57 spaces. However, there are already 124 spaces there. The report noted an October 2016 Audit of staff access cards revealed 27 care holders were UCD staff, as opposed to 260 staff card holders from Nova’s commercial client companies, with a further 21 card holders being virtual or server room clients. It further observed that UCD’s Parking Permit Scheme made it difficult to accurately assess the car parking requirements at Nova UCD, and suggested it may actually be restricting its availability. It noted that a specific scheme would help solve the parking situation, such as operated in the nearby National Institute for Bioprocessing.

New Application The University requested a pre-planning application consultation with the Council in mid-June in advance of its new application. This meeting was held on July 4th with representatives from the Planning and Transport Departments. UCD Estate Services, Arup (an engineering firm), Kavanagh Tuite Architects, and Clifton Scannell Emerson Associates were present for UCD. UCD’s new planning application is 434 pages long. The application noted that ‘at this meeting, it was agreed that the building would be further set back from the road reservation line to allow for underground services, screening and access.’ Arup submitted documents on the car parking provision in light of the UCD Travel Plan. It noted that the new plan did not propose to extend parking at NovaUCD beyond its current capacity of 124 spaces. Clifton Scannell Emerson Associates submitted a report on traffic and transportation requirements at NovaUCD. 6 of the 124 current spaces are to be turned in disabled spots,

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since there is only a single disabled parking spot available. 10 new covered bike spaces will be constructed. They also set out a step-by-step response to the original rejection decision. UCD wants to relocate parking spaces on the eastern side of the building, which is encroaching on the route reservation, to the north-west side. There will now be an extended minimum distance of 2 metres between the proposed development and the route reservation. Their report also made a wry observation on traffic in UCD. The expansion of NovaUCD will allow 48 more staff members, without any corresponding increase in parking spaces, and will thus help reduce the parking supply per head on campus, as part of UCD’s Travel Plan. Appendix B of the initial application provided a history of Merville House. Bought by UCD in the 1950s, it was used for scientific research and teaching until 2003, when the Conway Institute opened. Planning permission for the master plan to renovate the 18th century house was granted in September 2001. The building was ready for operation and was officially opened as NovaUCD in October 2003. Further permission was granted in 2008 to add a 35 square metre food servery on the ground floor, and a 23 square metre meeting room on the first floor, attached to the ‘north eastern façade of the existing east courtyard.’ The planning application for the project alone in April cost UCD €4,340.70, which consisted of a Class 4 charge of 1,183.53 square metres by €3.60 per square metre, and another €80 for a Class 13 application. The application fee for the one filed this month was €3,917.60. It consisted of a Class 4 application of 1,066 square metres at €3.60 per square metre, and the Class 13 fee of €80.

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Are UCDSU and USI Getting Along Again? Alison Graham News Editor

CD Students’ U n i o n (UCDSU) and the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) are set to put aside their differences at the upcoming March for Education on Wednesday, October 4th 2017. In advance of the March, the Tribune spoke to the Presidents of the two Unions to assess their working relationship so far this year. The University Times ran a piece in August on UCDSU refusing an invitation to a training session for Sabbatical Officers. Commenting on this situation, Michael Kerrigan,

USI President (pictured right) told the Tribune that ‘a reason for [UCDSU] not attending was not given, however, it had been outlined to us that the invitation was given at short notice.’ Katie Ascough, UCDSU President, explained to the Tribune that there were ‘two main reasons UCDSU did not accept the invitation to USI's SUT+ training: 1) The majority of sabbatical officer were on annual leave that week and those who were present were manning the offices, and 2) UCD students have voted to remain out of USI, so it would have been questionable to attend a USI training event on Union time.’

UCDSU collaborated with Trinity College Dublin Students’ Union (TCDSU) over the summer on accommodation projects. TCDSU is a member of the USI. The Tribune asked Kerrigan if the USI had any involvement with this project. He said that they were not involved in this collaboration, but had previously invited UCDSU to work with it on its own #HomesForStudy program. USI ran this for a number of years, and it is now government funded. UCDSU left USI in 2013, and students voted by a large margin again last year to stay away from the organisation. The Tribune asked Kerrigan why USI therefore contin-

ues to invite UCDSU to its events. He stated, ‘the issues our students are facing are much more important than petty arguments that have occurred between USI and UCDSU in the past. Although UCDSU are not members of USI, I believe the student movement has to be united in addressing key student

issues such as higher education funding, student accommodation and mental health.’ When asked for a specific comment on Kerrigan’s quote, Ascough simply responded, ‘UCDSU welcomes collaboration with USI where appropriate, and we look forward to attending the March for Education on the 4th of Octo-

ber.’ Regarding the March for Education, Kerrigan confirmed all non-affiliated Unions have been invited. Ascough noted she has had ‘two formal meetings with USI so far. One for introductions and another to discuss the March for Education on the 4th of October.’

UCDSU to Take to City Streets for March for Education Alison Graham News Editor

n the 4th of October, students from all over the country will descend onto the capital for the Union of Students in Ireland’s (USI) March for Education, to call on the government to invest in third level education. A decision on the future of funding higher education is due to be reached soon, and the March will coincide with the fast approaching Budget 2018. Last year, UCD Student’s Union (UCDSU) took part in the March for Education to protest against library cuts on campus. Katie Ascough, UCDSU President, told the Tribune that this year the Union’s message at the March ‘will have a strong emphasis on the dire need for our government to heavily invest in higher education, and we will be advocating for publicly funded higher education as per UCD students' vote in March 2017.’ Students voted in a referendum back in March for the Union to campaign for ‘significantly lower fees.’ Ascough confirmed she would be in attendance at the March. She is ‘really looking forward to attending’ it and is hoping to ‘bring as many UCD students with us as possible.’ Robert Sweeney, UCDSU Education www.collegetribune.ie

Officer, recently spoke to the Tribune about higher education funding. He said that ‘Fine Gael stated in its manifesto that €100m was required in additional funding for higher education "just to stand still." Despite this it committed only €36.5 million in the last budget to higher education, a major shortfall.’ He explained how UCDSU would ‘continue to demand that the government lives up to its commitments to properly fund higher level education’ and that they ‘will be delivering this message loud and clear at the forthcoming “Education is in the Red" March on October 4th.’ USI has a long history of national demonstrations, with several major marches held regarding education issues over the past few years. In 2010, the ‘Education not Emigration’ saw up to 40,000 people take to the streets of Dublin to protest. Numbers have declined since then but the march remains a significant date in students’ calendars. Dublin was removed as the focus of the march in 2013 and instead several smaller demonstrations were held for USI’s ‘Fight For Your Future Now.’ Last year’s March saw a 12,000-strong crowd walk to Merrion Square for free fees and increased college funding. 0231

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UCDSU to Attend March for Choice

CD Students’ Union (UCDSU) are set to attend the 6th Annual March for Choice on Saturday, 30th September. Those attending the March are being asked to meet at 1:30pm at the Garden of Remembrance. Students voted in October 2013 for the Union to adopt a policy of ‘legalising abortion in Ireland upon the request of the woman.’ A referendum held last November to get UCDSU to take a neutral stance on the issue was rejected by voters. The College Tribune asked Katie Ascough, UCDSU President, if she would attend the March. She stated, ‘as per the UCDSU Constitution, Barry Murphy, Campaigns and Communications Officer, will be leading the national campaign of Repeal the 8th. As such, UCDSU will be led by Barry Murphy at the March for Choice.’

Since the March is being held on a Saturday, Union officers are not contractually obliged to attend. The Tribune questioned Ascough whether officers who attend it will be paid. She replied, ‘in keeping with Union policy, a sabbatical officer can request, for consideration, time in lieu for work outside of office hours. However, the spirit of the Union is such that sabbatical officers often volunteer to work outside of the hours set for them.’ Ascough has previously advocated a pro-life position on the abortion issue. The Tribune recently obtained photographs of Ascough in attendance at the Rally for Life, which was held on Saturday, July 1st 2017. Ascough was asked to confirm whether or not the photographs were of her at the Rally. She told the Tribune, ‘Yes, that is me. I attended the Rally for Life on my personal time in the

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summer.’ When the Tribune queried the photographs with UCDSU during the Summer, David Burns, UCDSU Communications & Research Co-ordinator, told the paper on August 1st that ‘the Rally for Life took place on Saturday the 1st of July - outside of Katie's work hours as outlined by her contract.’ Burns commented that ‘the SU is pro-choice and will continue to campaign as such. In fact, we have signifi-

cantly expanded our repeal campaign budget for the upcoming referendum.’ Aoife Gray, Auditor of UCD for Choice, expressed her disappointment to the Tribune in August about Ascough’s attendance at the Rally for Life. Gray told the paper that’ We at UCD for Choice find it unfortunate and disappointing that in the year following an on campus referendum where students voted 2 to 1 to maintain a

pro-choice stance, the President elected by the very same students has seen fit to engage in such an activity.’ She further stated that UCD for Choice looked forward to working with Murphy and Eoghan MacDomhnail, UCDSU Welfare Officer; ‘both have been tremendously helpful and passionate about this issue so far and we look forward to working with them in the year ahead.’

Applications Open for Five Irish Dancing Scholarships Aisling Dowd News Writer

CD students are being encouraged to apply for five new scholarships in Irish Dancing. The places are part of the university’s new Irish Dancing Ensemble, created to promote the national art of Irish dance. Those picked will receive a financial stipend, and the chance to perform in Ireland and abroad. The ensemble will be directed and trained by Jean Butler, UCD’S Dance Artist in Residence in the School of English, Drama, and Film. As the original female lead and co-choreographer of Riverdance from 1994 to 1997, she is a veteran in the art of Irish dance. Butler plans to host informal dance lecture 26.09.2017

demonstrations of her personal research, including conversational lectures as UCD’s Dance Artist in Residence. Professor Danielle Clarke, Head of the UCD School of English, Drama and Film at UCD, says of Butler’s appointment: “We are thrilled that someone of Jean Butler’s talent and international reputation will be working with students and faculty in the School. Her appointment will help us fulfil our ambition of bringing creative and critical practice into productive dialogue, as well as showcasing our strengths in the area of performance.” Eilis O’ Brien, UCD Director of Communications, furthered: ‘adding Irish Dance to our performance reper-

toire was a very natural step for us as we knew we were missing this element of our cultural heritage.’ Applications are open to the UCD student body and can be made through the scholarships tab on SISweb. Applicants are asked about their dancing experience, why they would like to part of the dance ensemble and their learning goals, as well as being required to upload a twominute clip of their dancing. Applications close on midnight October 1st, with the second stage involving an audition, an interview regarding experience and ambitions in more detail, and a group workshop in the second week of October. p.5

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New Fitness Study Launched in UCD Rachel O’Neill Editor

CD staff and students are being encouraged to take part in Ireland’s first large scale genomic study which is set to examine the relationship between fitness and genetics. Genomics Medicine Ireland Ltd (GMI) has linked up with UCD’s Institute for Sport and Health for the investigation. GMI describes itself as ‘an Irish life sciences company leading a large-scale research study across Ireland looking at the human genome to examine the relationship between genetics, health and disease.’ The company was previously in the news in October 2016 when it raised over €40 million in a funding round which was earmarked for the development of a world class genomics lab and research development in Dublin. The UCD Institute for Sport and Health has set up a

special clinic for the research. The study itself will be overseen by Professor Giuseppe De Vito, the Head of UCD School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science and Dean of Performance Science and Professor Colin Boreham, Director of the UCD Institute for Sport and Health. Commenting on the partnership, Prof. De Vito said ‘This research partnership with gives us an unprecedented capability to examine and better understand the factors influencing human health and fitness. The study will use cutting edge technology in the genomics field which will enable researchers examine the relationship between genomics, fitness and health in far more comprehensive detail compared to previous studies.’ Dr Sean Ennis, a co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer at GMI, said ‘It is well accepted that our health is

influenced by a wide variety of factors such as age, nutrition, sleep quality and fitness as well as psychological and environmental factors. Our health, fitness and likelihood of developing certain diseases is also influenced by our genetics. The GenoFit study, will allow us to gain a more detailed understanding of individual risk factors and how much of a role they play will help to develop and deliver more personalised health management.’ The GenoFit Research Study will use advanced scientific techniques from the field of genomics which is the

branch of molecular biology concerned with the structure, function, evolution, and mapping of genomes. It will combine these techniques with a detailed map of the participants lifestyle to examine whether there are potential genetic factors which contribute to fitness and health. To do this, the participants will undergo a mini health check where they will undergo a DEXA scan, provide a blood sample, fill out a short lifestyle questionnaire and take a short fitness test. A Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry or DEXA scan is used to

measure bone density and is currently the more accurate and reliable method of testing bone strength and assessing risk of bone breakage. The study will be open to anyone over the age of 18 who does not have any health conditions that would prevent them from taking a DEXA scan, such as pregnancy. Anyone who is part of the UCD campus can take part in it, such as undergraduates, postgraduates, lecturers, support and administrative staff. It also includes people from the Belfield community who come to UCD to avail of the sports facilities. The

initial timeline for the study is 5 years, but GMI noted it could be extended if it would benefit the research. Amy Swearingen, a spokeswoman for GMI, told the Tribune that ‘In terms of what we hope to achieve, we know that many factors contribute to health and fitness including genetics and lifestyle factors and we are trying to better understand which factors are genetic and which are lifestyle or environmental.’ She explained that ‘It would be advantageous to the study to have a variety of participants of different ages with varied fitness levels.

Council Consents to Construction of Car Park Lights Cian Carton Editor

CD has been cleared to install lighting around the car park adjacent to the water tower on Wynnsward Drive. Planning permission was originally sought last August to provide fourteen freestanding lights around the car park. Application D16A/0634 was approved last December with 5 conditions attached by Dun Laoghaire - Rathdown County Council. Condition Two stated that the ‘lighting masts shall be in operation no later than 2230hrs and no earlier than 0600hrs’ in order to ‘protect the residential amenities of the adjoining more sensitive zone.’ Before commencing development, UCD was required to provide ‘details of appropriate measures to ensure www.collegetribune.ie

compliance with this time restriction’ to the Council. UCD submitted documents on how they planned to do this on the 26th June 2017. The Council approved it on September 13th. Since this was the only major condition which had a pre-commencement compliance requirement, UCD is now free to begin the work. UCD was also ordered to erect a 1.5m high timber fence around nearby tress to protect them before beginning the work. However, this condition did not require any further Council clearance before work began. The Council’s main concern with the application was the fact the car park is located just beside a residential area. It has ordered that the three lights closest to the

houses to be fitted with light attenuating devices to minimise the light spill onto the properties. UCD is obliged to carry out a monitoring of light levels within three months of the completion of the project, then submit a written report to the planning authority about it by the following month. The Tribune previously revealed in April that UCD’s original plan to build a €12.5 million five storey car park was cancelled after encountering finance issues. The proposed site was just beside the water tower, near the location of the new lights. UCD received planning permission for it in 2010, but bids from contractors seeking the tender in 2013 were far in excess of what UCD had budgeted for the project. 0231

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in fact most have been floating around for years so the answer is we’re not sure. The political objections haven’t changed though. While many countries want the EU to take responsibility for more issues ranging from increased oversight of the banking and financial sectors to negotiating international accords, very few national governments want to cede more power to the EU. With regards to the merging of certain presidencies, there are some complaints that there will be no efforts made to increase the democratic legitimacy of any of these positions. At the moment, each of the three EU presidents are elected indirectly, meaning that whenever they attempt to launch policies a common response is from where the Presidents are deriving the power or right to implement said policy.

Why is this Important? There are two reasons this is getting big coverage. Firstly, Juncker is trying to save his political legacy. He has presided over a string of crises culminating in the departure of the UK from the EU. This desire to establish a lasting change and legacy for himself has resulted in an unusually bold set of reforms and ideas being packaged together. Secondly because the UK is leaving, there is a serious chance that these reforms might make it past the drawing board. The UK has regularly been cited as a blocker for serious reform in the EU, frequently killing any ideas for further integration before they even got off the ground. With their upcoming departure, its believed that the remaining countries may be able to agree on a common program for reform.

EU: State of the Union Aaron Bowman Politics Editor

Jean-Claude Juncker is the former Prime Minister of Luxembourg and current president of the European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union (EU). This means he is nominally the President of the EU, but due to the way the power structures in Europe are shaped he is only one of three Presidents in EU.

Three Presidents?

Antonio Tajani is the President of the European Parliament, the democratically elected legislative arm of the EU. Donald Tusk is the President of the European Council, the forum in which the heads of the European members states meet each other to approve policy and make high level decisions about the European Project. The three Presidents are www.collegetribune.ie

each responsible for a different aspect of the EU but they need to co-operate in order for policy to be passed. This piece will focus mostly on Jean-Claude Juncker.

Why? On the 13th of September JeanClaude Junker gave the European State of the Union address to the European Parliament. This was important as here he laid out his plan for rescuing the EU from the various crises which have engulfed it over the past decade. These included financial crashes and the Greek bailout, instability in the Ukraine to the migrant crisis and most recentlyt the departure of the United Kingdom from the EU otherwise known as Brexit.

rebounding fortunes of the EU and its increasingly favourable image, Junker laid out his vision for a new Europe and plans for further integration. Big talking points were his refusal to entertain the idea of a multi-speed Europe (the idea of different European countries integrating at different rates), and his plans to further the integration of the Union using the Euro as a vehicle. He also called for the merging of the various Presidency positions mentioned above. The overall endeavour seems to be aiming to streamline the Union and address the inequalities within it. The complaint over his proposals is that he is both calling for less powerful national governments, and hasn’t mentioned much about democratic oversight.

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What’s Next? First comes the condemnation from the various countries that are opposed to more EU integration. Poland is a key example of this, they are currently fighting with the EU commissions over several issues ranging from rule of law enquiries to environmental protection. Needless to say, they aren’t overly convinced by the idea of handing over more power to the EU at this time. France and Germany are also going to be sceptical of handing more power over to the EU, especially as Germany heads into Federal Elections on September 24th. While those are ongoing the government will stay silent on the idea of reforming the EU as to avoid it becoming a major issue during the campaign. French president Emmanuel Macron made reforming the EU a key point of his presidential campaign, but he has major domestic political hurdles to overcome before he can seriously commit to the idea. Ireland, despite being one of the more Europhilic countries in the Union, with 80% of people expressing favourable attitudes towards the EU according to the latest poll, is still going to prove a major headache for these reform plans. The main issue for the Irish government will be the changes to how finances are managed across the EU, particularly the increasingly frequent calls for a common EU corporate tax rate. This will not sit well with the Irish government in any shape or form. 0231

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Politics.

Crisis In Myanmar Anthony O Riordan & Seonadh Twomey Politics Writers

he Republic of the Union of Myanmar, also known as Burma, has once again been thrown into the spotlight of international scrutiny in recent weeks, with violence flaring up in the Western region of Rakhine. The predominantly Buddhist state in Southern Asia has witnessed a long history of tension and conflict with its Muslim population; tensions dating as far back as the creation of the state. Since gaining independence from the United Kingdom in 1948, instability and authoritarian rule have blighted Myanmar’s political scene, Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi rising to prominence for her peaceful campaign for democracy in the country. It is important to note, that the Myanmar military still influences much of the government in power even today, with an estimated 25% of the seats in parliament and ministers in office.

Who Are The Rohingya? Largely concentrated in Rakhine state, the Rohingya Muslims are the predominantly Muslim minority, seen as a stateless people, having been denied citizenship rights by successive governments since the 1982 Myanmar Laws of Nationality. An estimated 1 million Rohingya Muslims have long been under the fear of persecution, with the state of Myanmar refusing to recognise their nationality, despite the fact that this minority can be traced back as far as the 8th century. To the Buddhist establishment, they are outsiders, known as “Bengalis”, and many believing they are illegal immigrants. Discrimination is not restricted just to citizenship, but also removes the freedom of movement, state education and the availability to civil service professions.

Violence Erupts Again The current wave of violence began after a group of militant extremists attacked a series of police outposts on August 25th, killing 12 policemen in the Western region of Rakhine. The Arakan Rohingya Salvation Army (Arsa), a small group that claims to be fighting for the rights of the Rohingya people, claimed responsibility for the attacks. The Myanmar government has categorised them as Muslim terrorists. A representative of the International Crisis Group however, has told Al Jazeera that there is no clear ideology motivating the group.Anagha Neelakantan, Asia Programme Director of this group, said "From what we understand the group is fighting to protect the Rohingya and not anything else". The military in Myanmar has replied to the attacks with what, High Commissioner for Human Rights Zeid Ra‘ad al-Hussein, described as a “textbook example of ethnic cleansing” of the Rohingya people. An estimated 1,000 people have been killed, while numbers of refugees fleeing have reportedly reached over 310,000. Finding humble sanctuary across the border from Bangladesh, refugees claim the military have massacred Rohingya people and burned entire villages. The Myanmar government are limiting access to human rights investigators and hence these claims cannot be fully substantiated, however Satellite analysis carried out by Human Rights Watch has shown evidence of fire damage. High Commissioner Mr. Zeid further registered his horror at reports stating that government authorities have placed landmines along the border with Bangladesh, and that border guards are only allowing people back if they can provide proof

of nationality. This is an impossibility for Rohingya people as their citizenship is denied.

Government Response The government have countered these stories claiming that the military are legitimately targeting the terrorist group Arsa, in response to the attacks of August 25th. They further claim that that Rohingya militants have been burning their villages down, and are responsible for the deaths of both Muslim and Buddhist people, claims that the UN High commissioner describes as a “denial of reality”. Aung San Suu Kyi, Nobel laureate and de facto leader of Myanmar, has faced a wave of international criticism for her apparent inactivity in defending the Rohingya people. She has attributed the violence to centuries of instability in the region going “back to pre-colonial times”, saying that it is “unreasonable” to expect the government can resolve these issues after a mere 18 months in power.

Towards Peace? Since Ms Suu Kyi’s party, the National League for Democracy came to power in November 2015, they have set up the Rakhine Advisory Commission. Chaired by Kofi Annan, former Secretary General of the United Nations, the commission was created to “examine the complex challenges facing Rakhine State and to propose answers to those challenges.” The final report of the commission was published in August, laying out a number of recommendations focussing on citizenship rights and other issues that affect the Muslim population disproportionately. Aung San Suu Kyi has responded to the report saying the government will set up a ministerial-led committee to ensure the report is implemented. However it is yet to be seen whether these recommendations will be implemented in full or indeed if they will be successful in bringing peace to the state. www.collegetribune.ie

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Opinion: We Deserve to Know Where The Money Will Come From Rachel O’Neill Editor

hen we look back at the last few weeks in Ireland, I sincerely hope that it’ll be with incredulity more than anything. Everything from George Hook’s comments to Tim Jackson’s hunger strike to the removal of information regarding abortion from a student handbook by the SU president has filled me with both anger and disappointment. The last few weeks have been, in my view, damaging to everyone but particularly women and pregnant people. I want to use this space to reflect and ask, what’s next? f course, I respect the fact that Tim Jackson and our SU president Katie Ascough are entitled to their views because we all are. I do not envy the position that Katie is in. However, I cannot stomach the fact that vital information was removed from an SU publication which has previously published the information anyway. As Ivana Bacik wrote in The University Times this week, ‘No students’ union has been prosecuted for any breach of the 1995 Act as a result [of promoting abortion].’ any, many students have suffered at the hands of the 8th amendment. Last year when the referendum for neutrality was bearing down on us, a referendum which Katie Ascough, amongst others pushed for, I wrote in the University Observer that in 2015 1,109 people aged between 18-24 procured an abortion outside Ireland. That age group is mostly made up by students and so to say that people aren’t looking for this information is an outright lie. When your student population is made up of approximately 30,000 people, the chances that someone will need that advice are quite high indeed. To deny them that information in my view,is completely irresponsible. verything that has happened in the last few weeks has reinforced my view that we cannot stop fighting for our rights. Just this week, Tim Jackson, who ran as an independant candidate for Donegal in the 2016 general election has been on hunger strike to protest abortion. Let me put that into perspective for you. A man is starving himself to protest against the possibility that the 8th amendment might be removed. Abortion is still very much illegal in this country and yet here we have a man willing to ‘starve’ himself to deny pregnant people their bodily autonomy. (I say ‘starve’ because he’s says he won’t let it get to death which sort of defeats the point of a hunger strike in my eyes.) eutrality doesn’t get us anywhere. I said this last year during the referendum and I will continue to say it. Our student’s union is a pro-choice student’s

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union. It is the job of the student’s union to represent the students. UCD students made their views heard last year and those views should be respected and represented. According to the UCDSU Constitution the president is ‘responsible for the strategic development and direction of the union’. I don’t want to see my union go backwards. n the topic of the Constitution of the UCDSU, another interesting aspect of it is that it is the president who is ‘ultimately responsible for the financial affairs of the Union’. Given that the reprint of Winging It cost €8,000 according to the University Times, (€1,000 is covered by sponsorship) I don’t think it’s unreasonable to ask where that money is going to come from. The SU only emerged from debt last year. Do they have the reserves to pay this large bill? Does this reprint classify as mismanagement of funds given that €7,000 could be better spent on things such as our overwhelmed mental health services? In my view, the students deserve answers to all these questions. ow is the time to rise up and fight. We know that Katie Ascough will not be at the March for Choice on September 30th. She is not obliged to go as it is outside her contract hours and to be honest, I think that’s ok. Instead we should be rallying behind people

like UCD for Choice and our C&C officer Barry Murphy, both of whom have done a pretty good job of promoting the march and galvanizing students. e have a duty to ourselves, and to the people who don’t have a voice, who need these services to march on behalf of them, to keep fighting for them. It’s the job of those with a voice to campaign for those who do not. Pregnant people in direct provision, pregnant people who cannot afford to travel, pregnant people without a passport. We must keep going for them and for us. We cannot stop, we won’t stop. very time someone tries to stop us, be it through misinformation, bad science, or by simply removing the information, we must shout that little bit louder. We must hold our signs up higher and we must campaign that bit harder. We must never take anything for granted because as seen in the US in the last few months, rights can be taken away in the blink of an eye. ackwards is not an option. To quote a tweet I saw from Ryan Oakes of UCD for Choice during this very long and hard week ‘If you all could see how much the news has galvanized us here in UCD you’d realise sometimes a step back is needed before a leap forward.’ Here, here Ryan.

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Features.

The Importance of Feminism Rona Curtis

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women have careers and women can do whatever they want. There is the perception that those in developing countries are stuck in patriarchal dictatorships and we are so much more advanced here in Ireland. However, according to EIGE, the European Union Institute for Gender Equality, no EU country has reached full gender equality up to now. The old fashioned attitude still exists throughout most of Western society that if you are a woman then you must take on the caring role in society. A woman is expected to take care of the children, take care of the home, take care of the sick and take care of the elderly, while possibly holding down a career, whether she wants to or not. While this attitude exists in most societies, it will be impossible to achieve gender equality.

I for one do not feel that all of the responsibility should be placed on my shoulders just because I am a woman. Most of the men I know are excellent at looking after children, quite capable at completing domestic chores and are all loving and caring individuals. If everyone in society does their fair share then everybody has the ability to reach their full potential. George Hook’s recent comments on his Newstalk radio programme that it is up to a woman to take responsibility so that she does not get raped, is another example that gender equality does not exist in Ireland. It is a clear case of victim blaming. Why should it be a woman’s responsibility to worry about being raped? Why is it the woman’s responsibility to cover up her body for fear of

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he word feminist is a scary word for some. There are a lot of myths surrounding the word so I will begin by explaining what a feminist actually is. Becoming a feminist does not mean that you must burn your bra (if you wear one). It also does not matter what your gender or sexuality is. If you are a heterosexual male and worried that your masculinity level will drop because you are a feminist and support gender equality, there is no need to worry! Surprisingly, most women do not want to be treated as damsels in distress, waiting to be rescued by a strong, independent, capable man. We are actually quite strong, capable and intelligent creatures ourselves. I know what some of you are thinking, that we have achieved gender equality in the West, sure

being sexually assaulted? It is clearly unequal territory when a woman must take extra precautions to protect herself, compared to what precautions a man needs to take to protect himself. A woman should not have to worry and take extra precautions simply because of her gender. It is the responsibility of an individual not to carry out an act of rape or sexual assault, not the victims’ responsibility. In most societies we believe that all individuals can wear whatever clothes they choose. However, it appears that the advertising industry plays a major role in influencing what people wear. The power that the advertising industry has is creating a larger gap in achieving gender equality. Women are used as sexual objects to sell products. Women often wear sexually provocative clothing and pose in certain ways to advertise a product, while men can simply stand in the one spot in something as casual as a tracksuit if they are selected to sell a product. Men’s bodies are not sexualised as often as women to sell products, fashion or music. I am not a prude at all and I am not one for telling people what they should or should not wear. If you want to walk down the street in your bikini then that is completely your own business. My point is that advertising has the power to make us believe that we want to wear certain clothing. If we don’t then there is the fear that we won’t fit in with the rest of society. However, women have been controlled for so long is it not about time that we decided for ourselves without being influenced by the advertising industry what we wear, after all what we wear is meant to be an expression of ourselves not of an advertisement. Why is it that on a night out there is an expectation for me to wear a tight, mini dress and 6 inch high heels because I am a woman, while a man can wear jeans, t-shirt and runners? Where is the gender equality in that? Women’s bodies have been controlled for a long time in Ireland. From the influence that the Catholic Church had by imprisoning women in mother and baby homes for becoming pregnant outside of marriage, to female reproductive rights which currently there is an ongoing fight for. Thankfully, mother and baby homes are no longer operating in Ireland, however, the impact this has left on those affected by these institutions is still ongoing. Lives and families have been destroyed by this control and suppression. No good can come of suppressing one particular category of people in society. These are just some of the reasons why everyone should become a feminist. We all have mothers, sisters, girlfriends, wives, daughters and it is our duty as human beings to protect the rights of others. We all want our loved ones to experience freedom and equality. Whether it is equality in the type of work one chooses to do, equality regarding protection against sexual assault or equality regarding the choices of what clothing we wear. We should all become a feminist because when everyone in society can achieve their full potential then everyone in society will benefit, regardless of gender. 0231

Do We Actually Lead the “Student Life”? Madeleine Long Features Writer

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started to get up, announcing that he was off to go get a coffee, and another guy got up to join him. It took my brain a second to register its confusion. How can students be broke and still fork out so regularly for one of the most overpriced products for sale in the developed world? They went to Starbucks too! That’s like €4 for a coffee! My cashstrapped little head went into overdrive,calculating the many more essential things you could buy with that money, like, perhaps, your bus trip home. So living the “Student Life” implies having no money, yet also includes regular trips to Starbucks. It seems we have already found a fundamental flaw in its definition. On a similar note, anyone living the “Student Life” is guilty of having suggested to someone “let’s go grab a coffee” but upon arrival at Starbucks they order green tea. Nowadays, I am genuinely surprised when an invitation to coffee ends with me actually drinking coffee. So it seems being a student involves drinking a lot of expensive coffee (or mochas or frappuccinos or whatever caffeinated drink you’re into), but never doing it when you have said you’ll do it. When I set out to see if my lifestyle was the student lifestyle, I did not think it would be this confusing. Speaking of confusion, let’s talk about the flustered looks on the faces of the many, many students who arrive at their first lectures with a laptop ready to take notes, only to realise autocorrect

on Google docs does not work like the one on our phones, and our frantic typing has resulted in several chopped up sentences of gibberish that certainly don’t resemble anything the lecturer said that day. And then there’s the rivalry with Trinity that we bought into on Day 1, without ever getting time to develop the passion with which we profess our superiority over them, regardless of the fact that for some of us, Trinity was actually our first choice, or for others of us, a close second

on our CAO. We come into college with no actual idea of how to have a social life and at the same time avoid the bottom half of the class list. The “Student Life” is about lectures and nights out, in varying proportions depending on the student. The only interaction between the two is creating the certainty that you’re either absent at your 9am lecture, or hungover at your 9am lecture. Yet 9ams are not empty lectures, meaning that one way or another, not all of us are leading that

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e’ve all heard the joke and we have all probably made the joke. In fact we all are the joke. The Student Life is a well established hashtag, and at this point, most of us have accepted it as a legitimate description of the lives we now lead. But within this unfortunate joke, there are a lot of contradictions, so much so that I would go so far as to question whether any of us do in fact lead the student life. Firstly, let’s talk about money. All students are strapped for cash, at least, so goes the stereotype. We are, in fact, so strapped for cash we don’t eat meals, we simply eat things we find in a can on the shelves in Tesco and heat it up because then it meets at least half the criteria of a “hot meal”. I accidentally conducted a social survey (admittedly with only one participant) to contradict this suggestion that students can’t afford to regularly splash out on the finer things in life. I was sitting in the student centre chatting with some new friends about whether or not I should get a ticket to the Freshers’ Ball, making multiple references to the emptiness of my bank account. Everyone around me chimed in with words of agreement, and we complained for a little while. We really made quite the perfect picture of students starting out on the “Student Life”. But then something seemingly innocuous yet altogether paradoxical happened. The boy beside me

“Student Life”. While I bike to UCD (saving the price of those many bus fares for the price of one single taxi home from a night out), that does not mean I have not yet enjoyed the mad panic beside an impatient bus driver as I desperately search for the exact change for the bus fare. Now with the leap card, are we even living the true “Student Life” without that daily experience? The one thing about this “Student Life” I have yet to comprehend is the sudden movement in the attitudes of students from being completely lackadaisical about exams to asking about assessment twice each lecture, and four times in a double. On this issue of exams, I’m still undecided whether this means we do in fact lead the “Student Life”, but I’ve seen enough, in my short two weeks since being born into it, to realise that of all the stereotypes I chose to dismiss as fiction, the “Student Life” probably should have been one of them. p.13

Music.

Albums in Review Adam Bielenberg

Concrete Gold

The Foo Fighters CT Rating 7/10

ny hopes that the Foo Fighters would modify their sound may have been long flushed down the toilet. The reliability of that solid anthemic aura was stretched so far along the years that it grew into taedium vitae, even for some worshippers. The band announced that Concrete and Gold would be Motorhead’s version of Sgt. Pepper’s. No, this is not a neo-psychedelic heavy metal album at all, and the Foo Fighters aren’t going through some avantgarde revitalisation. Like its predecessor, Sonic Highways, the Foo Fighters invite invisible guests to the table. Paul McCartney, Justin Timberlake and Boyz II Men apparently feature here, but you wouldn’t know. However, confounding low expectations, there is a decent amount to like about this record. Concrete and Gold boasts melodic and lyrical warmth, unlike predecessor Sonic Highways. Instrumentally, Concrete and Gold is the Foo’s most audacious effort for a while, often incorporating rhythmic changes of paces. The track “Run” catapults into grisly screamo one minute in, before reverting to melancholic sentiment about

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the longing for a communal freedom from political chaos – “in a perfect light, we run.” The descriptive, metaphorical nature of this record gives it a tender, more visual feel to it. Although Grohl’s poetic oeuvre on “Happy Ever After (Zero Hour)” is laughable pastiche. Entangling electric guitar triads on “Make It Right” coda provide a terrific kinetic effect. The echoing fuzzy buzz of “La Dee Da” is the instant highlight, with Grohl’s guttural roar filtered to evoke a death metal yelp. Narrative escapade “Arrows” also works, detailing a vulnerable girl – “arrows in your eyes, tears in your arteries” before guitars flood in like water in a shipwreck. You get the sense however that Concrete and Gold could have done with some more stadium-worthy fist-pumpers on a par with “Monkey Wrench” or “Times Like These” to justify their status a bit more. Grohl described Concrete and Gold as the Foo Fighters’ “weird” album. While it can’t be classified as such, it has a reassuring hint of ambition there, quaint experimentation and energy that conveys that even tweaking the formula to the most minimal degrees can reap rewards for a band suffering a mid-life crisis.

An Interview with

Military Road Music writer Robert Plant chats to the UCD fivepiece Military Road who have gone from winning their school talent show to performing at Electric Picnic for the second time.

lying the flag for UCD are the fivepiece, alternative rock band, Military Road who recently finished up their second consecutive performance at Electric Picnic. The band members are almost all UCD students, and they can be found performing in multiple pubs and music venues around Dublin. You can listen to their first single, the brooding, emotional ballad ‘’Set Sail’’, which is now available on Spotify and SoundCloud. I recently sat down with some of the band members to gain an insight into their recent performances, and aspects of the band’s creative process. The band was formed during their last few years of secondary school, where they went through several different iterations and members, before finally arriving at the line-up of today. Their first performance was at their school’s talent show, which they won by performing an original song, ‘’Come with Me’’, which still slots into their set lists on occasion. Since then, they have graced the stages of venues such as Whelan’s, Sin É and The Bowery. They claimed the writing process of their songs to be a very democratic process. Each member gives their input, with everyone adding in different tunes and riffs, which may end up making it into the final song. Three of the band members, Andrew (lead singer), John (lead guitar), and Cian (rhythm guitar) have the most involvement in writing the songs, but the others, (Richard on bass, Shaun on drums, and Lara on

vocals) do provide their fair share. They had difficulty defining themselves within a single genre, possibly due to the diversity in their writing process, as each member of the band has a differing taste in music, which shows in how they each influence their songs. Their lead guitarist, John, went as far as to claim ‘’some of the music sounds close enough to pop rock, while other songs have hints of heavy metal.” However, not all the members were on an even keel when it came to these genres he mentioned, furthering conveying their eclectic tastes. When asked about some of their favourite performances, they all agreed that their most recent turn at Electric Picnic was one of their favourites,

due to the excellent atmosphere of the festival, and all the joy they could have in seeing the other acts. Another favourite was their performance at the pirate ship-esque local haunt Bowery, where they celebrated the launch of ‘’Set Sail’’, and they were wonderfully supported by Chasing Abbey and JaXson. This became a night to remember for the band. They viewed it as a major milestone to experience as an up and coming act. As they are all human though, the band has had some off nights. The band told me about their performance this summer at the ‘’Secret Village’’ festival in Roscommon, which ended in some minor property damage, due to a spilled

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drink. One misplaced beer led to a small fire in the bass amp, which quickly grew to a bigger fire, due to the band members not being properly trained in how to extinguish fires. After wrapping up their performance a lot quicker than expected, and several apologies for the amplifier, the band are unsure whether they will be welcomed back to the festival next year. The band has also faced other challenges in things such as occasional slow periods, where they find their performance schedule to be somewhat bare. Like any new band, there are periods without any gigs, or possibly a creative drought when it comes to a new song. Some members of the band said that this felt like ‘’just going

through the motions’’, and that it is easier to keep going when they have a bit of momentum. In terms of their plans for the future, the band expressed a desire to play at Longitude. Some wanted to play this summer festival due to the big names that have already performed there, while others simply wanted the convenience of being able to play at a festival without having to trek all the way to Laois or Roscommon… Some members also expressed a desire to play at Sea World, the American aquatic theme park, ‘’You know, with all the mistreated whales.’’ ‘’Really, we’d just like to perform on the back of a whale,’’ claimed Cian and Richard respectively. They also expressed a desire to put

out both more singles, and possibly an album at some point down the line.

n the era of hypersynthetic production, it’s difficult to imagine dance music as coming from anything other than a machine. The third Mount Kimbie record succeeds in transmitting some of the most organic bodyshuffling beats. Compared to 2013’s Cold Spring Fault Less Youth, this is a more expansive, eclectic album. The way the instruments gradually pile on top of each other is impressive, giving great momentum and urgency. Drums seamlessly fade in joining a flock of hollow synths before the bass plays lead role in the opener, “Four Years and One Day.” Meanwhile, “Delta” initially sounds like a bunch of beeping cars having a rave and then turns into a moody organ jam. It’s impossible to pin down a genre to this album. Although Mount Kimbie have been associated with the origination of the loose term post-dubstep, they stray far from electronic touches that defined previous work. There are ethnic and Krautrock elements to Love What

Survives. It is much easier to imagine these tracks played by a four-piece band than two men at the decks. Save for the lugubrious whining of James Blake, the vocal turns slot into the LP nicely. King Krule splurts out provocative images of popping veins, razorblades and junkies in manic verses on “Blue Train Lines.” It’s like he’s seeking to expunge his crippling anxieties by spilling them out in visceral detail. The lo-fi lounger “You Look Certain (I’m Not So Sure)” features a mellow, monotone Andrea Balency nonchalantly singing over a tropical guitar backing. The London duo expertly transition from instrumentals to these guest-driven numbers. Love What Survives therefore sways along well taking pit stops, to outreach for some emotional structure in between the polyrhythmic paraphernalia. But overall it’s really an album to lose yourself in, to fixate on the sum of its parts and transport you into a future where robots and computers aren’t so ubiquitous.

You can listen to some of the Military Road’s work on Spotify and SoundCloud. You can see them perform in Whelan’s on Sunday September 24, or at the Battle for the Lake festival on Achill Island, September 29t October 1st. . For more information about when and where the band will be playing in the future, you can find them on: Facebook @Militaryroadband Instagram @militaryroad

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Mrs.Robinson, You Really Have Seduced Us Film Editor Muireann O’Shea looks back at The Graduate to see how it’s aged and whether it can teach us anything.

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ifty years ago, The Graduate was released and soon became widely regarded as the cinematic epitome of sixties’ suburban America. The 1967 film was a slow burner; it’s popularity came from word of mouth on college campuses, but from there, it rose to great heights. Director Mike Nichols won an Oscar for his work, Dustin Hoffman’s career was set in motion and the success of the film garnered it the title of the 22nd highest grossing film in US cinema history. But half a century later, is The Graduate’s social commentary on the generational differences between college students and their parents still accurate? 21-year-old Benjamin, played by a fresh-faced, pre-fame Dustin Hoffman, returns to his childhood Pasadena home after a successful jaunt at some east coast university. His parents organise a homecoming party for him, and fill it with all their own socially homogeneous friends. As Benjamin reluctantly socializes, one looming question follows him through the smoky parlour room party; what will Benjamin do now that he has graduated? He seems to be set for a life of the nine-to-five routine, probably in the plastics business, but it seems that he would much rather mope at the bottom of the swimming pool in the diving suit that he’s parents bought him. 50 years later, the prospect of job security, or even a lifetime on one career path, is no longer a reality for graduates. But back in 1967, Benjamin falls into an existential crisis. His discontent with the world leans toward the melodramatic, when the greater context of America in the sixties is considered; the Vietnam war or the civil rights movement are unlikely to ever cross Benjamin’s mind. Then comes the romance element of the film, when Benjamin is seduced by one of his parent’s friends, Mrs. Robinson. In his summer following graduation, Benjamin gets everything that a young man is supposed to want, from the red sports car to the affair with the older woman. But there is a complete subversion of this cliché, because Benjamin does not want the life he has. Sometime into the affair, he is strong armed into taking Mrs. Robinson’s daughter Elaine on a date and he falls madly in love. Conflict ensues.

The comedy of the film relies heavily on Benjamin’s lack of social skills and his awkward inability to conform to the world around him. This ‘fish out of water’ trope is beginning to lose its comedic value with millennials, perhaps it is because we’ve decided not to laugh at those who are clearly uncomfortable or that our society no longer has as strong a consensus to stand out from as the one that existed in The Graduate? But one stroke of humour that I doubt either Nichols or the soundtrack artists, Simon and Garfunkel, could have intended comes about as a result of meme culture. In the opening sequence of the film, Hoffman walk onscreen to the tune of ‘Sound of Silence’, most known by its melancholy first line “Hello darkness, my old friend.” In 1967, the track was a perfectly brooding accompaniment to Benjamin’s mind set during the film, while nowadays it’s impossible to hear without thinking of various memes; videos of a kids falling from monkey bars or Ben Affleck being sad. Frequent use of the song throughout the film has made viewing in 2017 a much more humorous experience than the film’s makers could have anticipated. Watching from 2017, there is much to

dislike about the frivolous lives of these suburban socialites. Mrs. Robinson is predatory and controlling. Benjamin is naive and neurotic. Elaine might as well have been a mannequin for all the lack of thoughts she seems to have. The film’s message stands unaffected. The story of Benjamin and Mrs. Robinson seeks to represent the generational gap, the misunderstanding and disillusionment, that can exist between children and their parents. To outside observers they may be living the American Dream, yet we come to empathise with both the young and the old, with the mutual despair felt by both the alcoholic Mrs. Robinson and the aimless Benjamin. Film critics have described The Graduate as a cinematic rejection of post-war capitalism; a triumph of liberalism over conservatism. But the ending of the film proves that it’s not that straightforward, there is no winner and perhaps no real generational gap, but rather uncertainty for everyone in life. Benjamin crashes Elaine’s wedding and the young lovers elope together. In that famous final shot of the film, they sit together at the back of the bus and we see the ambiguity in their happy ending. Their smiles fade and a familiar question looms, “What do we do now?” 0231

Film In Review: Film Editor Ciara Dillon reviews the hotly antcipated remake of Stephen King’s bestselling book It.

ndy Muschietti’s highly anticipated adaptation of the Stephen King novel of the same name hit our screens this week, and has been breaking records ever since. The monster-hit took in €10.9 million in its opening week, putting it on track to become one of the biggest horror films to hit the UK and Irish box office. And rightly so. It is an intrinsically creepy, and somewhat funhouse film that excellently combines a coming-of-age story with a horror that is so nostalgic it feels almost modern among the genre’s output in recent years. It focuses on ‘Chapter One’ of King’s famous novel, following the lives of seven children living in a fictional town called Derry. The town has been plagued with disappearances since its founding, and the victims are, more often than not, children. Billy, played by Jaeden Lieberher, becomes aware of these strange happenings after his little brother, Georgie (Jackson Robert Scott) vanishes without a trace while playing out in the rain. While attempting to get over the loss of his brother, Billy, along with his group of friends nicknamed “The Loser Club,” find themselves being terrorised by Pennywise the Dancing Clown (Bill Skarsgård), a demonic shapeshifter who feeds on the fear of children. Horror has very much become a marmite area of film, with a lot of regurgitated storylines and similar attempts to spook you, making the genre quite predictable and often just plain boring. Filmmakers are inclined to stick to what works which becomes repetitive, or go over-the-top trying to stand out that it almost ends up offensive to the viewer. In this regard, It feels like a breath of fresh air, a difficult feat for a remake. It beautifully combines genuinely creepy, stress-inducing horror elements with an often very funny and touching coming-of-age story. It is a credit to Muschietti, who mixes an incredibly sinister score, wacky camera angles, and honestly effective jump scares, with in depth looks at the home lives of many of the main characters, making the viewer really care about the fate of these children. It is a visual delight, making excellent use of the CGI that the 1990 miniseries did not have the option to use. The use of visual motifs – notably the red balloon and Georgie’s bright yellow raincoat – is hugely effective in adding suspense right when it needs to – just a glimpse of either of these objects made the viewer hide behind their hands out of fear of what

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was to come. Muschietti’s hallucinatory and ludicrous nightmare images do wonders for the overall film. At no point – inside or out, light or dark – do you feel safe from the terrifying clown, or whatever horrific form it is going to take. Bill Skarsgård had big shoes to fill (excuse the clown pun) taking the role from Tim Curry, but his portrayal of Pennywise is hard to fault. Everything from the voice to the smile to the horrifying laugh haunts you long after the credits roll. He creates a genuinely terrifying villain that will no doubt induce nightmares in those a bit wary of clowns to begin with. Skarsgård is joined on screen by a genuinely delightful ensemble of child actors. The children’s performances are charming, funny and surprisingly powerful. It is easy for kid-acting to become cheesy without proper direction, and with children dominating the screen for the entire film, it is a credit to Muschietti that their performances are so on point. Each child delivers something great to the film – Jaeden Lieberher’s close bond with his missing brother

Director: Andy Mushchietti Cast:

Bill Skarsgård, Jaeden Lieberher Wyatt Oleff, Jeremy Ray Taylor, Sophia Lillis, Finn Wolfhard Jack Dylan Grazer & Chosen Jacobs

Cert: 16 Runtime: 135 min

is an emotional pull, while Finn Wolfhard’s Richie contrasts this with his vulgar humour even in the film’s tense moments. Jeremy Ray Taylor as Ben is a loveable history buff and Sophia Lillis makes a striking Beverly Marsh, a strong gal who does not let the boys overshadow her. Though often sceptical of horror films, I found myself pleasantly surprised by this one, especially given the big build up to its release. Overall, It was an excellent portrayal of the genre that is almost nostalgic in its approach. It takes some of the best aspects of vintage horror and teams it up with crazy CGI for an incredibly graphic and intense visual and sensory experience. The ensemble cast of kids are endearing, but their performances don’t feel childish, and they are matched by the sinister Skarsgård whose clown face will stick in your nightmares. It was a stressful watch – the jump scares worked, the suspense was real and I watched from behind my hands for a good chunk of the film – but no doubt an enjoyable one. A real gem of a horror. p.17

Fashion.

RichardAVEDON 1923 - 2004

MASTER AT FASHION AND VISUAL CULTURE - PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD AVEDON CHANGED FASHION PHOTOGRAPHY, FOREVER ALTERING THE ROLE OF THE MODEL George Hannaford

orn in New York in 1923, and the son of a prosperous clothing store owner on Fifth Avenue, you might say that fashion was introduced to Richard Avedon from an early age. His interest in fashion and photography was chiefly CULTIVATED through his mother's vigorous encouragement of the arts. Throughout Avedon’s school days he possessed a recognised talent for poetry. Philosophy and poetry at Columbia University seemed like an obvious choice for the young Avedon, however within the space of a year he had dropped out. His original DEDICATION towards photography had taken hold. By 1945 Avedon was sought after by Harper's Bazaar’s legendary art director Alexey Brodovitch. His work was UNORTHODOX, and UNPARALLELED. For a time that welcomed the relief of the end of the war, Avedon provided a new vitality with shock value. Soon he was working for Vogue, along with numerous other magazines photographing both portrait and fashion becoming a household name. Women had MOVEMENT and a FREE-SEXUALITY providing a distinct approach away from the formal statuelike poses seen in art deco fashion photography (as prescribed by Horst P Horst and Cecil Beaton). For Avedon a drive for ALACRITY and the promise of movement captured in his photography provided the grounds for the EMPOWERED woman. The realisation ‘that models are not just coat-hangers’, as favourite model of Avedon, Suzy Parker would point out in the 1950’s, suggests that for Avedon there was more than just fashion in his photography. ‘I think all art is about CONTROL - the encounter between control and the uncontrollable’, a quote that was uttered by Avedon. His conceptual reasoning is notable, conjuring the notion of who has the POWER during the sitting, the photographer or the model? Throughout Avedon’s works within Harper’s and Vogue, he offers a glimpse into a new thinking behind fashion and the role of the model in front of the lens. The model is more than just a mannequin but an individual to whom holds the ability to provide EMOTION and be accessed through an audience.

Arts.

What’s On In Dublin This Month? The Dublin Theatre Festival Arts & Events Editor Holly Lloyd previews the Dublin Theatre Festival and picks out her highlights.

The Second Violinist

October is certainly the month for theatre fanatics this time of year, as the Dublin Theatre Festival brings some of the very best and new works to the stages of the capital from 28th September -16th October. The program this year is bursting with intriguing pieces, some highlights of which are listed below.

A contemporary opera created by Donnacha Dennehy and Enda Walsh, the Second Violinist follows Martin, played by Aaron Monaghan, on his slumped life, single and struggling. However, an opera revolves around him with renaissance influences, and cleverly melds stunning visuals to represent Martins feelings and what's going on in his head, such as video games and nature images. Dennehy and Walsh have already proven their Contemporary operas are good enough, with a great reception from ‘The Last Hotel’. The Second Violinist is sure to be an entertaining, excellent twist on an opera, and features a 16 piece orchestra to enhance the scene. O’Reilly Theatre, 2nd-8th October.

The Suppliant Women

The Sin Eaters

Directed by Ramin Gray, but written by Aeschylus, The Suppliant Women was first performed after 470BC. The Play is part of a tetralogy, and tells the story of the Danaids, forced to marry their Egyptian cousins. The play follows them fleeing their marriages and journey to Argos in an attempt to seek protection. This play has stood the test of time, and still resonates with young people today due to its feminist, modern and empowering qualities. The Suppliant Women is in the Gaiety Theatre between the 27th-1st October.

Anu theatre group have yet another spectacular production on their hands. Sin eaters were those who ate a ritual meal to absorb the sins of a certain household or deceased person. This play follows the theme of the sin eaters, and puts it into the context of a group of women in small town Ireland. The Sin Eaters uses true events and history to create an eery production that goes between the dreamlike and reality in a modern context. From 28th September-13 October, Pigeon House Lab, Poolbeg.

Radio Rosario

I’m Not Here

Co-directed and performed by little John Nee, Radio Rosario tells the story of Valve Hegarty, a man who sings Jingles to make his money. Valve Hegarty wants more than this, and a chance stumbling upon the Marconi station is just the thing valve has been longing for. Radio Rosario is sure to be a quirky, heartwarming production.

‘She's going to be doing a duet with her brother’, ‘He’s not here’ ‘He is dead’. This is how we are welcomed to the piece created and performed by Doireann Coady. She makes her debut as an author combining poems, extracts and songs to piece together a beautiful act. Distressing yet enticing, this piece will leave you haunted by its simplicity and wonderful spoken word. Project Arts Centre October 3rd-7th.

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Play In Review:

Everything Now By John Scott

E Woyzeck in Winter Woyzeck in Winter is a brilliant and clever fusion of Georg Bunchers Woyzeck, the 19th century play which was not finished due to his early death, and Schuberts Winterreise, a set of 24 songs published in 1828. Both consist of 24 parts and have been forged together to make an outstanding musical play based on Buncher’s working class tragedy and focuses on the dehumanising effects of doctors and the military on young men. This play is haunting, murky, and wonderful, and has given life to two unfinished pieces. Gaiety Theatre Oct 3rd-8th.

Holly Lloyd Arts & Events Editor

verything Now’ by John Scott brings great anticipation with it. On entering the theatre, we feel connected to the piece already, if not vulnerable to the proximity between the audience and a stage strewn with newspapers, with only a simple desk and chair commanding the space. Everything Now promises to explore the relationship between people and the media, and the great influence the media has on us. What is also mentioned, but perhaps not as widely known or expected to the degree that it is present in the piece, is the concept of a ‘Happening’, which was a force in the arts world during the 1960s. A Happening was a show displaying multi-disciplinary art and could occur anywhere, often with a limited audience and usually dependant on their participation. Everything Now certainly brings the idea of the happening back to life, using dialogue, dance, acting and engaging with the audience to display the aggressive effect the media can have on people. Scott is noted for his inclusion of a diverse cast in his pieces, and this is no different. Ethnically diverse and a variety of ages, this only adds to the realism of the piece. Everything Now hides nothing, and turns the world on its head for its running time. It

is an in your face piece which forces you to consider the true influence of western society on the everyday person. Repetitive chants and dialogue is a consistent feature in the piece, as well as the inclusion of ipads and interacting with the newspapers, eating them as they are reading from them and regurgitating it all, a display of the zombie effect the media has on its audience. Everything Now makes a point of Sharp Specific movement and speech, such as counting repetitively, which again produces the eery feeling of the media influencing our every thought. Despite this uniformity, we also see breaks of beautiful dancing by the four male dancers,Kevin Coquelard, Maurice Ivy, Sebastiao Mpembele Kamalandua and Ryan O’Neil, allowing their own stories to shine through, giving a glimpse of their personalities through solos, trios and duets. Everything now makes us gaze at each performer and makes us ask the question, what is their story? And what were they before being swallowed up by the media obsessed world. One dancer hurls himself against a table repetitively. Is this lunacy, or is it merely what society has done to us all? For a thought provoking evening of entertainment by Irish Modern Dance Theatre, Everything Now hits the spot and deserves every success.

Wind Resistance Composed and performed by Karine Polwart, four time winner of the BBC Radio 2 Folk awatrds, Wind Resistance explores the migration of the pink footed geese from Greenland to Edinburgh. Polwart combines song, folklore, rhyme, memoirs and history to create an enchanting musical theatre work inspired by Scotland. Pavilion Theatre 12th-14th October.

Arts Council Grants & Bursaries Holly Lloyd Arts & Events Editor

he Arts Council accept applications for grants each year. Several have deadlines in the month of October. If you have a large project in the works that you plan to have developed in the next few months, The Arts Council grants can be a huge stepping stone in finishing the project to the highest standard one can achieve. This month the following Arts Grants are open for applications:

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Visual Artist Workplace Scheme This grant will award up to €40,000 to a visual artist for the upkeep of his or her workspace, such as heating, lighting, rent, admin and other costs. The deadline for applications is Thursday 12th October at 17:30.

Reel Art Scheme This grant is particularly for film, with a maximum award of €80,000. This award is to allow the successful applicant to make high quality, interesting documentaries based on an artistic theme. The films should be created to be shown in cinemas and or art houses, and those who are successful may be eligible for a further €12,500 from the Arts council. Its aim is to maximise an international audience for the filmmaker. Deadline 13th October at 17:00.

iIDANA This is another opportunity for two filmmakers to receive an €80,000 grant towards the production of a 60-70 minute arts documentary in Irish. The successful applicants will also receive a slot on TG4 for their documentaries. Deadline Friday 20th October 15:00. p.23

LifeStyle.

In Review:

The Best Korean Meal on a Budget! Yasmin Keogh LifeStyle Writer

Day Trips Under €20 LifeStyle writer Zoe Nicholson looks at the best places in Ireland to take a day trip when you’re a bit strapped for cash.. As the term starts up again, students are in need of an escape from hours in the library and blurry nights at Dicey’s. Check out these day trips (just a few hours from Dublin) that won’t break the bank!

Howth

mere thirty minutes from the City Centre, Howth is a quaint ocean peninsula with stunning views, touristy shops, and excellent seafood. For €5 (with a Student Leap Card) you can take the Dublin Bus all the way up to Howth Summit. From the summit, take the cliff walk along the peninsula’s north edge. You’ll see the well-known lighthouse and Dublin Bay, followed by craggy cliffs, hidden beaches, and the occasional seal. Once you reach the bottom of the cliff walk, the path will take you straight back into town, where you can check out the ruins of Howth Castle. The Dog House Tea Room (pictured below) is the place to grab a bite or pint if you’re looking for a fun, unique atmosphere, but the seafood places, especially Beshoffs, along the pier carry the freshest ingredients Howth is known for.

ucked away from the hustle and bustle of busy shoppers in Henry Street, the quiet Great Strand St. may not dazzle you with luxury and excitement. However, it is home to the authentic Korean restaurant, Han Sung, an Asian market that hides a delicious secret at the back. The back is always lively and packed with Koreans, which is always a good sign, but also with your average Dubliner looking for something sweet and simple that isn’t going to break the bank. The restaurant contains tables for groups and counters for those who enjoy eating in solitude. Take note there are charger plugs at the counter which isn’t too shabby! The kitchen is run as a deli and you can only pay by cash and you’ll receive a number they call out when the dish is ready to collect. The staff are friendly and can recommend some of their most popular items such as Bibimbap, a Korean staple that costs only 5.90! If you’re Lee Marvin, try their 5.50 deal where you can choose three items along with a heap on rice which will fill you up no doubt. Don’t be shy about trying something new and exciting that will set your taste buds alight. Tuck in!

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LifeStyle Loves: Events Glendalough

picturesque and expansive valley amidst the Wicklow Mountains, Glendalough is a well-known destination for hiking enthusiasts and tourists. Getting there via public transport can prove tricky, but St. Kevin’s, a private bus service, will take you directly from Dublin to the Glendalough visitor centre and back for €20. If you’re making a day trip of it, stick to the shorter trails and loops, as you’ll only have five or six hours before the return bus arrives. The miner’s trail is a bit of a let-down, but the easiest of the walks available. For a more challenging hike, try the Poulanass or Derrybawn trails. The ruins of the old monastic city are still standing, and visitors have free reign to wander the old church and the cemetery that accompanies it. Camping sites are available, and longer trails with stunning vistas and s’mores over a campfire might make the site fee worth it.

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orthern Ireland’s capital has more to offer than Game of Thrones and the Titanic (though both are pretty amazing!). For less than €20 with your leap card, you can take a train from Dublin and be in Belfast in two hours. Popular attractions like the Ulster Museum and St. George’s Market (pictured below) are mustsees, but be sure to pop into The Dirty Onion or The Northern Whig for a fun bite to eat. C.S. Lewis Square and the George Best Trail are free, self-guided tours that highlight some of Belfast’s more well-known citizens. The city offers beautiful architecture and plenty of shopping, and the Queen’s University’s campus houses lots of fun attractions. If you’re willing to splurge, day trips to landmarks like The Giant’s Causeway or The Dark Hedges cost around €20.

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This Thursday, UCD’s Sutherland School of Law will host a discussion and Q&A on mental health, led by one of Ireland’s most prominent voices on the issue: Niall “Bressie” Breslin. The event will take place in the William Fry Theatre (located on the first floor of the law school) and is sponsored by Irish law firm William Fry. The talk will be followed by a networking event in the atrium of Sutherland – perfect for any budding solicitors, or anyone considering a career in corporate law. Places are limited and can be booked via UCD Careers Connect: https://careersconnect.ucd.ie/leap/event. html?id=3083&service=Careers+Service

A brunch and day party ticket combo for Farrier and Draper’s “All day brunch party” will set you back €25 and includes a cocktail upon arrival. The brunch menu includes classics such as; avo toast, eggs benedict and ricotta pancakes. Brunch will be served from 12-4pm, with music into the night from a selection of DJs. Tickets for the event can be purchased via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite. ie/e/get-down-chown-down-all-day-brunch-party-tickets-37733723583?aff=erelexpmlt. In addition to buying a ticket, you will also need to make a reservation by calling 01 677 1220.

If you’re looking for a delish brunch and good music, head to Odeon on October 14th for a hip hop brunch hosted by Chicken ‘n’ Waffles. Enjoy tucking into fluffy pancakes while listening to the likes of Biggie, Kanye and Kendrick. A ‘full access’ ticket includes brunch and drinks and comes in at €27.19 (incl. booking fee) and can be purchased via Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/dublin-hip-hop-brunchtickets-37622944239?aff=erelexpmlt 26.09.2017

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Science.

Orla Daly Science Editor

he 2017 UCD Conway Festival of Research & Innovation got under way last week with lectures and presentations by leading scientists from varied fields. The festival, now in its seventeenth year, serves to highlight the substantial scientific research and innovation achievements being undertaken by the scientists and researchers of the UCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research. The annual event aims to celebrate the work that is going on at the moment with lectures from scientists from industry, academia, and clinical settings complemented with scientific talks, poster presentations and a career discussion forum for budding researchers.

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It's about linking ideas, linking people, getting discussions going and starting new collaborations

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Topics covered ranged from cell signalling, cancer cell state maintenance, neurodegeneration, yeast evolution, comparative and integrative genomics, obesity, and botany. Giovanna Mallucci, from the Department of Clinical Neurosciences at Cambridge University, gave superb insight into the mechanisms and possible treatment in neurodegenerative diseases in her lecture, ‘Neurodegeneration: from molecules to medicines’. In her talk, Mallucci expressed how the combination of a decrease in synapse number, and increase in the accumulation of misfolded proteins lead to neuronal loss. www.collegetribune.ie

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lessed Oktoberfest is upon us. Traditionally, taking place in the two weeks leading up to the first Sunday in October, Oktoberfest is a German folk festival from the province of Bayern (Bavaria) that has been in existence since 1810. After the harvesting of grain, Bavarians come together in merriment and drink large quantities of pale beers from the region to celebrate. Of course the celebration of beer is more ubiquitous than the Germans and from Mesopotamia to the humble college student, cultures all over the world hold and have held beer in high regard. Beer is brewed by using water, cereal grains, most commonly barley-malt, and hops. The process of brewing includes the breaking down of the starch sugars in the grain to alcohol, resulting in carbonation of beer. Most ancient cultures such as the Celts in Europe, Uruk in modern day Iraq, and even the Egyptians are thought to have been fond of the drink. There is evidence to suggest that the builders of the Great Pyramids of Giza were paid in beer for both nutrition and refreshment. Many of these paganistic cultures celebrated beer as it often coincided with the reaping of crops. Historically, it was the women in society that were the brewers of beer and it was also linked to fertility. They prayed to their gods to bring a good harvest for the season. Goddesses such as Ninkasi and Siduri in Ancient Sumeria, Mbaba Mwana Waresa in Zulu mythology, Yasigi in Western African cultures, the Accla in the Incan Empire, Nephthys in Ancient Egypt, Nin- Anna of Babylon, and Dea Latis in Roman Celtic times are all associated with brewing processes, alcoholic beverages, and the crops from which they are derived. Beer was clearly quite linked with nature and was fundamental to the lifestyle of these people. In modern times, beer brewing has become more industrious and a more male-oriented profession. The area integrates fields such as microbiology, mycology, bacteriology, physics, and thermodynamics. Any beer created can range in colour, flavour, strength, ingredients, production method, history, or origin and is very much dependent on the brewing process, the grain used, and on the yeast used. In Europe, beer varies by region with English, Belgian, German and Czech styles being the most common. In England, ale would be the most common type and if you’ve ever heard a hefty Englishman order ‘a pint ov bitter’ at the bar this is what they’re referring to. The pale ale derivative uses top-fermenting yeast and pale malt. Top-fermenting yeast, or Saccharomyces cerevisiae, clumps together during the brewing process and rises to the top. Wheat beer is another beer brewed using topfermenting yeast made from malted barley. Hailing from Germany this is a cloudy, rich, almost fruity beer and in true German nitpickery has to, by law, be made from top-fermenting yeast. The Germans also lent their custom to the most beloved beer worldwide, lager. Lager comes from the German word ‘to store’ and came about when German brewers left the beer to cool in cold cellars over the warm summer months. This resulted in the beer continuing to ferment and clearing of the cloudiness of wheat beer, resulting in a crisp, golden, ‘pint of plain’ beverage. Made from a bottom-fermenting yeast, Saccharomyces

“ Lager comes from the German word ‘to store’ and came about when German brewers left the beer to cool in cold cellars over the warm summer months.

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pistorianus, the cooler environment inhibit esterification. Probably one of the most interesting discoveries in beer culture in recent years came accidentally when, in 2010, researchers in Patagonia, Argentina came across a new species of yeast. It was believed until this point that the bottomfermenting yeast, S. pistorianus, was a hybrid of the parent top-fermenting yeast, S. cerevisiae, and another unknown yeast. Genetic tests were concluded and the mystery yeast X was shown to be the one that hybridised to form S. pistorianus. Heineken® capitalised on this and released a limited edition beer brewed from this yeast. Stout and porter are darker beers whose origins are very much intertwined. Guinness is the favourite beer of Ireland and has a rich history in the state, nearly scrapping the harp logo during the IRA bombings of the 80s and rebranding itself as British, they decided to hold out on the harp and has now become one of our top tourist attractions. Guinness’ iconic burnt flavour is derived from malted barley and roasted unmalted barley and is actually a healthier option as it contains less calories and less alcohol by volume (abv) than most other beers. The characteristic ‘surge and settle’ effect came from an Irish 26.09.2017

mathematician-turned-brewer, Michael Ash, when in 1959 he threw an absolute curveball and proposed adding nitrogen to the beer. This revolutionary move changed the taste, texture, and appearance of the beer making it creamier, smoother, and look almost as if the sediment was ‘falling’. Nitrogen is less soluble than carbon dioxide, which allows the beer to be put under high pressure without making it fizzy. High pressure of the dissolved gas is required to enable very small bubbles to be formed by forcing the draught beer through fine holes in a plate in the tap, which causes the characteristic "surge", the iconic creamy head is merely the burst sediment of the bubbles like with any other beer. According to Guinness, ‘the pint of the black stuff is actually a deep shade of ruby.’ Belgian beers or lambic beers are fermented naturally using wild yeasts, rather than cultivated, Saccharomyces yeast yielding significant differences in aroma and sourness. Yeast varieties such as Brettanomyces bruxellensis and Brettanomyces lambicus are common in lambics. In addition, other organisms such as Lactobacillus bacteria produce acids, which contribute to the sourness. Belgians are extremely proud of their beers and often boast at how strong abv many of their beers can be.

If you have ever found yourself meandering the cobble streets of Brussels with one eye open you may have taken shelter in the fantastical bar, Delerium. Hosting a staggering 2,004 different brands of beer from over 60 different countries, Delirium holds a Guinness world record for beers. The Belgian bastion of beer gets its name from the main product of the famous Huyghe brewery in Belgium, Delerium Tremens, whose name in turn is derived from the syndrome of which a person dependant on alcohol would get after the withdrawal from alcohol. Commonly known as the shakes or the horrors, delirium tremens causes symptoms such as shivering, shaking and heart palpitations among others. This is why alcohol is one of the most dangerous drugs from which to withdraw. Alcohol is a depressant and can cause serious detriment to the life of a heavy drinker, and dependence upon alcohol should be taken very seriously. However when enjoyed in moderation, the most favoured social lubricant, the humble yet plethoric beverage, whether in the local or in the form of a big bag of cans with the lads has been and will probably always be a part of human life. So let’s raise a toast to good health, sláinte, and to our German counterparts, prost! p.27

Gaeilge.

Banc na hÉireann ag Fáil Réidh le Rogha na Gaeilge ar na hATManna Erin Nic an Bhaird Eagarthóir Gaeilge

á Banc na hÉireann ag tabhairt isteach uathmheaisíní bainc nua (‘LATMs as Béarla) de réir a chéile le seacht mbliana anuas. Beidh custaiméirí an bhainc in ann airgead a lóisteáil ar na huathmheaisíní seo, ach ní bheidh rogha na Gaeilge ar fáil orthu mar a bhí ar na seanuathmheaisíní. Mar a dúirt an TD Sinn Féin Peadar Tóibín le déanaí, tá earnáil na mbanc go huafásach ó thaobh freastal ar ár dteanga dhúchais de go ginearálta. Faoi láthair, níl rogha na Gaeilge ar fáil ar uathmheaisíní ar bith ach amháin cinn Bainc na hÉireann. Ach cén fáth go bhfuil an cinneadh seo déanta ag Banc na hÉireann? Tá sé ráite acu, de réir a gcuid taighde, nár úsáid ach níos lú ná 1% de chustaiméirí an leagan Gaeilge ar na huathmheaisíní,

agus bhí an t-éileamh ar an seirbhís ag titim go “leanúnach” le tamall anuas. De réir urlabhraí an bhainc, tá sé “inmharthana” dóibh rogha na Gaeilge a chur ar fáil a thuilleadh. Níl aon sonraí cruinn tugtha ag Banc na hÉireann le tacú leis na ráitis seo go fóill, agus n’fheadar cén costas a gcuirfí ar Bhanc na hÉireann an cinneadh seo a chur ar ceal. Cuireann Banc na hÉireann roinnt seirbhís eile ar fáil trí Ghaeilge, mar shampla seicleabhair. Deirtear nach mbeidh athrú ar bith ar na seirbhísí seo, agus go gcoinneofar rogha na Gaeilge ar na huathmheaisíní i siopaí agus i roinnt craobhacha timpeall na tíre. Tá sé ráite ag an iarAire Gaeltachta gur ceart go mbeadh náire ar Bhanc na hÉireann, atá ag léiriú dímheas ar chuid shuntasach de na cáiníocóirí céanna a

d’fhulaing nuair a bhí Banc na hÉireann i gcruachás le linn aimsir na tarrthála. Faoi láthair tá breis is 3,500 sínithe bailithe ag an Seanadóir Aodhán Ó Ríordáin, ag éileamh ar an mbanc gan na seirbhísí trí Ghaeilge a chuir ar cheal. Anuas ar sin, de réir RTÉ, tá Bord Oideachais agus Oiliúna na Gaillimhe agus

Ros Comáin ag breathnú ar os cionn €100m d’airgead a bhaint ón gcuntas atá acu i mBanc na hÉireann... seans go gcuirfidh achainíocha cosúil le seo Banc na hÉireann ag athsmaoineamh. Beidh an eagraíocht teanga Conradh na Gaeilge ag bualadh le hionadaithe ón mbanc ar an 25 Meán Fómhair. De

réir Tuairisc.ie, tá sé i gceist ag CnaG argóintí a leagan amach i gcoinne an chinneadh. seo. Ina measc siúd, tá taighde ón suirbhé a rinne Millward Brown i 2015, a thaispeáin gur chreid 42% den phobal ó dheas gur gné uathúil dhíolacháin (USP) do ghnóthaí í an Ghaeilge. Chomh maith le sin, déanfar plé ar ilteangachas ar

uathmheaisíní i dtíortha eile ar nós an Bhreatain Bheag. Más custaiméir Bhanc na hÉireann tú, thig leat moladh a thabhairt ar an ábhar seo trí labhairt le ball foirne i mbrainse, trí ghlaoch orthu ar an nguthán, nó i scríbhinn; féach www.bankofireland. com/help-centre/customercomplaints-process/.

An é túsa an noinín i measc na neantógaí? Hugh Mac Giolla Chearra Oifigeach Dramaíochta an Cumann Gaelach

o a lán daoine, nuair a smaoinítear ar an drama “An Triail”, smaoinítear ar an Ard Teastas. B’fhéidir go raibh sé an píosa den scrúdú ab fhearr leat, agus b’fhéidir go raibh suim agat agus tú ag scríobh faoi na carachtair agus scéal Máire Ní Chathasaigh agus a grá gheal, Pádraig Mac Carthaigh. B’fhéidir go smaoiníonn tú ar an strus a bhain leis agus na deacrachtaí a bhí agat ag tuiscint caidé a bhí ag dul ar aghaidh agus caidé a bhí Mairéad Ní Ghráda ag smaoineamh nuair a scríobh sí an drama conspóideach seo. www.collegetribune.ie

Maireann an ealaín taobh amuigh den mheán scoil, áfach! Tabharfaidh léiriú UCD de “An Triail” seans duit tuiscint nua a fháil ar an dráma seo. Mar an stiúrthoir, béidh mé ag déanamh an leagan is intuisceanaí agus is saoithiúla agus is féidir liom a dhéanamh do dhaltaí scoile agus mic léinn na coláiste. Ní féidir liom seo a dheanamh gan bhur gcuidiú, afách. An mothaíonn tú mar an Máire Ní Chathasaigh i do grúpa cairde? An ndeireann do chuid cairde go bhfuil tú mar slimeadóir slim sleamhain, cosúil le Pádraig? Nó b’fhéidir go bhfuil carr agat agus glaíonn do cairde “Seanín

an Mhotaer” ort? Tá trialacha “An Triail” ar siúl ón 25-27 Meán Fómhair. Béidh siad ar siúl ó 2-6 ar an Luain agus 3-6 ar an Máirt i Seomraí 5,6,7; agus ó 3-6 ar an gCéadaoin sa Seomra Dearg. Beidh mé féin, an leas stiurthóir, Donagh Ó Ruadháin, agus an léiritheoir, Cuán De Barra, ansin agus réidh le feiceáil an tallann mhillteanach mhaith atá ag UCD. Beidh píosaí trialacha ar fáil ag an seastan in Ionad na Mac Léinn, agus cuirfidh muid ceist ort sliocht beag a dhéanamh ó amhrán ar bith, Gaeilge nó Béarla. Beidh “An Triail” ar stáitse ón 20-24 Samhain ag a 1 a chlog. Bígí linn! 0231

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An Intern’s Experience of the Society of Legal Scholars Conference

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Daniel Forde Business & Law Writer

he Society of Legal Scholars Conference took place in the Sutherland School of Law over the 5th-8th of September, and this author had the privilege to be a Conference Intern at this event. “What does all this mean, and why should I care?” I hear you ask. Well Dear Reader, thankfully I have provided all the necessary answers below.

What’s the SLS? The SLS Conference is an annual conference where members of the Society of Legal Scholars (read,

law professors) can meet and discuss all kinds of legal issues. The current conference in UCD marks the first time it has ever been held in Ireland in 108 years. A Conference Intern is a volunteering law student who helps with the facilitation of the conference.

What did you do? T he responsibilities included, preparing rooms for the seminars, providing enough water for all, and directing professors across the campus to the law school. I had to sit in on two

lectures each day, mostly to make sure equipment did not fail and that everyone was present. The first set of lectures I had to sit in with was on the subject of Family Law. Parts of this were quite interesting, such as a paper on whether criminal offenders with children should receive reduced sentences. However, in the other set of lectures, on Restitution, the topics were

a lot more obscure and I struggled to keep up with some presentations.

Who did you meet? There were some very notable judges attending. Representing Ireland, there was Chief Justice Frank Clarke, Justice Donal O’Donnell, and Justice Iseult O’Malley. The Chief Justice of Northern Ireland

also appeared, and the first woman Deputy President of the UK Supreme Court, Baroness Hale, chaired a presentation. I also got to speak briefly with Lord Mance after a Restitution seminar. In terms of academics, there were too many attending to name. Professors from Australia, Canada, Britain and even Maynooth all mingled with each other.

Two highlights stand out. One was the session chaired by Justice O’Donnell talking about the diverse unities of the law. This brought together numerous judges from all across the British Isles, all for the purpose of comparing similarities across many different sources of law. The second highlight was on the very last day when the publishers from Oxford Press at the conference allowed the interns to take any books we wanted from their stand, free of charge.

What Did you Learn? It showed me that the life of an academic lecturer requires a lot of work and dedication to your field. While I find this commendable, I don’t think it is a career path I would choose. I much preferred seeing the law in a courtroom, rather than a classroom.

UCD Rise to 75th Place in QS Graduate Employability Rankings

Andrea Whelton Business & Law Writer

CD has risen up to 75th place in the latest Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) Graduate Employability Rankings. They aim to measure how successful today’s students are at securing a top job after graduation. Universities are scored on employer reputation, alumni outcomes, employer-student connections, graduate employment rate, and partnerships with employers. This year, 495 universities were ranked, with Stanford University retaining its place at the top of the rankings. UCD achieved the highest ranking in Ireland, outperforming Trinity College Dublin (TCD), who placed in the 111st-120th category. The University of Limerick ranked in the 201st-250th category, and Dublin City University, the National University of Ireland Galway, and University College Cork all placed in the 301st-500th category. This is not the first time that UCD has ranked favourably in international rankings, with the Sutherland School of Law taking 1st place in Ireland and 51st-100th overall in the QS Subject Rankings earlier this year. Of the 43 subject areas that UCD offers, the university is now number 1 in Ireland for 40 of these, with 13 of the subjects that UCD offers placing in the global top 100. Veterinary Science is

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UCD’s best-performing degree, placing joint 29th overall. This year’s ranking marks a considerable improvement for UCD since last year, who placed 151st in the Graduate Employability Rankings in 2017. UCD are the only Irish university to improve their performance this past year. The university also strengthened its international position in the QS World Rankings this year, up from 176th to 168th, however still below its 2016 ranking of 154th. This progress in the rankings is promising for both current UCD graduates and students alike. Professor Andrew Deeks, President of UCD, said of the improvement: ‘Scholarship and research are at the core of UCD, and the fact that we are 75th in this ranking is a reflection on the quality of our faculty, the nurturing environment we provide for our students, the ambition we aim to instil in our graduates and the active partnerships we pursue with employers.’ President Deeks also commented that graduates of UCD are ‘genuinely global citizens’ who ‘impact on society in every arena,’ evidenced clearly by the considerable improvement from last year. This ranking is welcome following UCD’s failure to rise out of the 201st-250th place category in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018 earlier this month. While UCD has been promoting the QS ranking, the university is yet to recognise that result. p.29

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Why Ireland’s Attitude to Tax Law Needs Radical Change Callie Cawley Business & Law Editor

ugust 2016, news broke that Ireland had been offering illegal State aid to its leading multinational corporations, namely Apple Inc., who were being called upon to repay €13bn. In a statement on the revelation, the European Commission ruled that Ireland had allowed Apple to pay substantially less tax than other businesses, in breach of international law, and Ireland was left to collect the illegal aid. The story made international headlines as one of the leading cases of tax justice, giving the Irish government the opportunity to gain some muchneeded €13bn in capital that could be redirected into an increasingly fractured public service sector. Commissioner Margrethe Vestager, in charge of competition policy, said: ‘Member States cannot give tax benefits to selected companies – this is illegal under EU state aid rules. The Commission’s investigation concluded that Ireland granted illegal tax benefits to Apple, which enabled it to pay substantially less tax than other businesses over many years. In fact, this selective treatment allowed Apple to pay an effective corporate tax rate of 1 per cent on its European profits in 2003 down to 0.005 per cent in 2014.’ The result was clear cut and left no space for manoeuvring, or so we thought.

The Legal Challenge The positive mood among much of the wider public was quickly quashed when the Government came out and said that they would be contesting the ruling by Europe in court. Suddenly a division began to form; those critical of the European project found themselves in a position where they welcomed the government for taking action against the fractured institute, while others looked on in outrage at the decision. The decision to

Image Above Margrethe Vestager says that Ireland cannot give tax benefits to selected companies like Apple.

not accept the money was astutely defended as Fine Gael Ministers lobbied their Independent Alliance counterparts who were hesitant to follow suit. They also feared that alienating Apple would cause Ireland reputational damage and put off other multinational technology companies from investing in the country, and using it as their European headquarters. Speaking ahead of a cabinet meeting to decide a final position on the issue, Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe, said he believed ‘strongly that what we need to do here is to appeal this ruling, but before we get to that point, [the] cabinet needs to first understand this matter, and that’s what we’ll be doing.’ The case fell out of public interest until the release of a recent State report, which was carried out by Seamus Coffey, an economics lecturer and Irish Fiscal Advisory Council member. While the terms of reference didn’t specifically mention Apple, it looked at Ireland’s tax transparency and investigated if any one company was given preferential treatment. Responding to the report, Minister Donohue said that ‘Apple may have provided some of the context to this report but the terms of reference did not pay any particular reference to any particular case and from the work Seamus has done. He concludes that there is no evidence to suggest that Ireland offered any preferential tax treatment to any one company.’

The Legal Costs The government’s litigation costs are coming

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out of the taxpayer’s pocket. The cost of this appeal will continue to rise, with the State showing no signs of reneging on their position. Given the current crisis experienced across the streets of Dublin, Cork and other densely populated areas, such thoughtless spending of tax payer’s money must be stopped immediately. The latest figures for homelessness across Ireland show 8,000 people are in need of accommodation, 3,000 of whom are children. Minister for Housing, Eoghan Murphy, has indicated ahead of Budget 2018 that the funding necessary within the upcoming budget to deal with the housing crisis might not be available; a change in Ireland’s attitude to tax law could be the solution. The cost of fighting the State’s legal battles alone could pave the way for investing in infrastructure within communities that are in strong demand for social and affordable housing.

What if the appeal is lost? If the appeal were to be dropped, and Ireland’s case is successful in retrieving the €13bn, a precedent for tax justice would be set across the world which would see countries finally in a position to radically reform tax havens. It would enable access to significant streams of revenue which could be utilised by public services to tackle the adverse crises we are facing today. The result of affairs thus far has been due to structured policies that have proven incapable of adjusting to adversity. For Ireland to become a great little country to do business in, we must dismiss our reputation as a tax haven.

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Student Rooms Turned into Executive Development Centre on Blackrock Campus Kyran Brady Business & Law Writer

CD opened its new €5 Million Executive Development Centre at the Blackrock campus earlier this month. The centre, which is part of the Smurfit School of Business, will offer over 50 courses to potential students, complementing the current offerings of the School. The large investment in the School reflects the university’s aim to develop the first world class executive development centre in Ireland, helping the School further improve its image as a world leading post-graduate Business School. It also reflects UCD’s decision to seek new income sources, given the lack

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of government investment in third level education. The opening of the centre sees the culmination of three years of planning and research. The centre has been designed to reflect similar offerings seen at other leading business schools such as Harvard, Oxford and IESE in Spain. By integrating the very best ideas from each of these universities, it is hoped that the new centre will provide a world class learning environment for all students. The €5 Million investment in the centre has seen the school’s student capacity increase and allowed it to develop several new programme offerings. These new programmes have been designed to complement the existing programmes offered

by the Smurfit School. Many of these programmes have achieved the ‘triple crown’ of accreditation from the UK, European and US standard bodies and helped the school achieve high recognition in world rankings. Earlier this month, for example, the Masters in International Management programme was ranked 15th place in the world by the Financial Times, an increase of seven places on last year’s ranking. The result saw UCD gain good international coverage, which is hoped will help the School attract international students, and corporate clients looking to train their future executives. However, as reported in Issue 8 of the College Tribune earlier this year, the expan-

sion of the Smurfit School has come with more than just a financial cost. Two floors of the Blackrock Halls residence were assigned to be part of the new centre. This decision saw UCD spend €2.5 Million converting 40 student accommodation rooms on the Blackrock campus into corporate seminar rooms. In February, Conor Viscardi, UCD Students’ Union (UCDSU) President, explained to the paper that UCD had outlined to the Union that the ‘accommodation units had deteriorated to a state of disrepair and were no longer fit for purpose.’ It was decided that it would be better to repurpose the rooms, and university documentation outlined that the college decided the redevelopment provided a far better financial

return, as corporate courses are a significant revenue stream. The executive seminar classes run for six weekends and cost between €7750 and €9000, with roughly 1600 participants each year. This equates to an income which is many multiples of the €196,000 the university made from renting out the rooms as student accommodation each year. Although the repurposing of the accommodation rooms makes financial sense for the university, it could be questioned given the current student housing crisis which is affecting the capital. Students who would have used these rooms have been forced to seek accommodation elsewhere, adding to the demand for housing in the region. p.31

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Is It Time to Legalise Aloe Vera?

The Return of Society Related Violence to UCD?

Seán Farbuckt Turbine Writer

With the college term starting back, there are fresh fears among the student body of UCD that society affiliated violence will break out again this semester, just like it did at the end of last year. The inter-society violence began back then after several societies, most notably EngSoc and C&E, announced that they would send teams to participate in intervarsity debating competitions against Trinity and IT Tallaght. The L&H and LawSoc both viewed this as an intrusion on their territory as the representatives of the University. They promptly announced that they would hold a Steel Belly Competition later on in the year to rival the Iron Stomach Competition that the C&E Society hold every year. This then resulted in heated protests

Over recent years there has been varied debates about whether we should legalise Aloe Vera, or just keep it illegal. Maybe just recreational and medicinal, or just medicinal. I believe we must have an open and honest debate about this important issue and can no longer allow ourselves to remain ignorant on this subject. With countries like Denmark, Austria and France legalising medicinal Aloe Vera recently, we must ask ourselves whether we should follow suit. Ireland, the US, Germany and Finland are the only countries in the world who have a total ban on the drug. However, as attitudes have changed dramatically over recent years, and new medical studies have come out highlighting the benefits of Aloe Vera to people with skin conditions, we must have a national debate on this matter. I must admit, I tried Aloe Vera in college like most people. I was young, careless and had acne. It gave me great relief and did not make me lazy like many say it does. I think it is imperative that we have this debate, as people like me have struggled with sunburns, rashes and cuts for years without having any medicinal help. Do we not deserve to feel relief for our pain?

Shane Clune Turbine Writer The Turbine spoke to an Auditor of one particular society involved (who shall both remain nameless) who bragged about how their society “had met members of the Colombian Guerrilla movement, FARC, over the summer for guerrilla warfare and weapons training.” They said that their members were “expertly trained in all manners of warfare, and were prepared to use lethal force if it becomes necessary.” UCD Students’ Union was ultimately ineffective in their attempts to tackle society-related violence last year. It is hoped that the incoming administration will prove more effective in dealing with this perilous problem than their predecessors were.

5 Things You Can Say About Trump & Bee Movie Seán Farbuckt Turbine Writer Tired of having to think of different ways to describe current President of the United States and the 2007 Dreamworks animated comedy? Now you don’t have to be. Here are 5 phrases you can work into any conversation about current events or classic children’s movies about bugs. 1. ‘I didn’t realise how much we needed bees.’ This one fits well into both and is clearly the easiest one to use. If you aren’t politically savvy or you aren’t a movie buff, this is the phrase for you. You’re welcome. 2. ‘Is it really that colour in real life?’ This one may seem obscure, but it is so obscure that it sounds profound. It sounds like something Thomas Paine or a random comment on the film’s YouTube trailer might say.

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held by both sides, which quickly spiralled into violent clashes. The worst bloodshed occurred on Law B&L day, when members of FilmSoc and the C&E societies formed an alliance and swarmed the pitches where members of societies like Lawsoc and the L&H were playing tag rugby. The resulting clashes left over thirty dead and more than one hundred hospitalised. The violence then moved out of the UCD campus during summer, as members of rival societies clashed in their hometowns, or in the US while they were on their J1 Visas. With term starting back, there are fears that the violence will begin again in the next few weeks, especially as societies are rumoured to have spent the summer preparing for a return to the conflict.

3. ‘That was a funny movie about bees.’ I know what you’re thinking. That’s just going to make people think you’re some renowned political theorist or a seasoned reviewer on Rotten Tomatoes. However, this statement is just stating the undeniable fact that both Donald Trump and the smash hit animated comedy are both just funny movies about bees. 4. ‘That’s ridiculous, a human would never be attracted to an insect.’ A pretty basic phrase to use when the dinner party is getting into a heated debate over the political situation in America and needs to be brought under control; or when your grandmother asks you about your opinion of The Bee Movie. 5. ‘Jerry Seinfeld was in it.’ I shouldn’t have to explain this.

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Sport.

UCD Soccer Roundup Chris Foley Sports Editor

here’s been lots of UCD AFC action to write home about since our last issue, with our senior side being in action three times in what was a busy week of League of Ireland football. Last Saturday, The Students consolidated their third

place position in the First Division with a hard-earned 1-1 draw away to Longford Town. Anything but a win would have resigned ‘The Town’ to 4th place, and as such they came bursting out of the traps in search of three points. The home did take

the lead inside the first half, as Davy O’Sullivan dispatched a penalty kick following a handball from Maxi Kouogun. Following this, UCD had goalkeeper Niall Corbet to thank for keeping them within touching distance, as he pulled off a number of good saves. Longford were eventually made to rue their missed chances, as the visitors drew level, following a goalmouth scramble which eventually culminated in Joe Manley firing home. With business in the league dealt with, UCD were left with the small matter of a Leinster Senior Cup semi-final clash

with domestic champions Dundalk on Tuesday night. A sizeable crowd turned up at The Bowl to see if The Students could pull off a shock, and they were not left disappointed with the spectacle. In a performance at odds with pre-match predictions, UCD took the lead just before half time courtesy of a penalty-kick converted by skipper Gary O’Neill. Dundalk were left frustrated by the stubborn resolve of the UCD defence for much of the second half, until they finally drew level on 84 minutes, ex-Chelsea Youth Captain Conor Clifford’s excellent

strike from long-range proving the difference maker. Following an extra-time stalemate, the game was eventually decided by the cruel method penalty kicks, and it was Dundalk whose experience showed, holding their nerve for a 6-5 victory. The final game of the week took place on Friday night in what was UCD’s last senior home game of the season. The game was effectively a dead rubber, with both side’s already having consolidated their positions in the league table. Nonetheless, the game proved to as competitive as ever, as yet another Gary

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O’Neill penalty ensured a 1-0 victory for The College to take the points tally for the season to 44 with one game left to play. In other news, details of the U-19’s clash with Norwegian side Molde FK have been confirmed. The UEFA Youth League tie will take place on Wednesday September 27th, kick off is at 6.30pm at the Bowl as Maciej Tarnogrodski’s side look to build on their recent success. Image Above Gary O’Neill placing the ball on the spot to convert his first of two penalties over the last week.

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Dublin Adjust Tactics & Spoil Mayo’s Dream Conor Lynott Sports Editor

ll the pre-match signs were saying: ‘This is Mayo’s time.’ The Dubs had yet to be challenged in the championship and Mayo had hit form at just the right time. So what reasons did the sporting gods now have for denying the Westerners the Holy Grail of Men’s Gaelic Football? On the basis of the first half, there were none. Mayo spooked an undercooked Dublin by upsetting their kick-outs that were so solid throughout the championship. They did this by simply crowding out the halfway way with midfielders. Unlike most of the thirty-two counties, they were a match for the Dubs physically and aerially. Inexplicably, the Dublin defence panicked. They were retreating from relentless Mayo runners, spearheaded by Aidan O’ Shea. The Dublin boat was kept steady by one on one, individual tackles that prevented Mayo from genuinely threatening Stephen Cluxton’s net. The other factor for Dublin was that their attacking game was as deadly as ever. In the first half, Dublin scored the only goal of the half. The opportunistic nature of it, the exploitation of a howler in the Mayo defence, showed the unrivalled ability of Dublin footballers to

read the game. In the second half, however, Dublin came out with their heads screwed on. They set about decreasing Mayo’s possession stats by compensating in order to match the West of Ireland outfit for numbers in the midfield and, as clichéd as it may sound, they upped the intensity defensively. Dublin, like Kilkenny in their glory days, always appear to play on the edge of the law. In a very cynical way, it worked from a Dublin point of view it worked. For one thing, Mayo lost their heads in the endgame. Passing inaccuracy increased and wides often occurred when Mayo were in dire need of alleviating pressure. Mayo were also giving up possession to Dublin that bit more easily than in the first half. Ultimately, however, it was Mayo’s discipline in the endgame that cost the Westerners. In particular, the Vaughan red card, borne out of a silly retaliation to a Dublin foul that had occurred seconds before. In the end, Mayo will realise, then, that they still have much to learn. It is a testament to Dublin’s calibre as champions that they won an All-Ireland football final despite being far from their best.

Premier League Roundup Conor Lynott Sports Editor

ergio Aguero scored a hat-trick as Manchester City went odds-on for the Premier League title for the first time following a 6-0 rout of Watford at Vicarage Road. Aguero laid on a goal for Gabriel Jesus while Nicolas Otamendi and Raheem Sterling also scored in another stunning performance by Pep Guardiola's men. Victory means City have now scored 15 goals without reply in their last three games after big wins over Liverpool last week and Feyenoord in midweek. Watford had started the day hoping to reach the summit themselves but a quickfire double by Aguero either side of the half-hour mark soon erased that unlikely prospect. Jesus made it three before the break, Otamendi headed the fourth just past the hour mark and after Aguero completed his hat-trick, Sterling wrapped things up from the penalty spot. Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool endured more frustration as the 1/4 jollies were held to a 1-1 draw by battling Burnley at Anfield. Scott Arfield - a 25/1 shot for the opening goal - struck the Clarets ahead with their first shot on target and although Mohamed Salah quickly restored parity, Klopp's men failed to turn their dominance into further goals. Philippe Coutinho, welcomed back to Anfield despite handing in a transfer request, was one www.collegetribune.ie

of a number of home players who came close as they finished with 35 shots but just nine on target. Liverpool are out to 20/1 for the title and are now even money to finish in the top four - with four sides at shorter odds. Those teams include Tottenham (at 4/5) who were also held at home - they could not find a way past Swansea as Paul Clement's side held out for a goalless draw at Wembley. Despite a convincing victory over Dortmund on their return to the Champions League earlier in the week, Spurs remain winless at their temporary home in the Premier League and will have to wait almost a month to end that run, their next home league game scheduled for October 14. Roy Hodgson's first game as Crystal Palace manager ended in a 1-0 defeat to Southampton and lumbered the Eagles with another unwanted record. Steven Davis scored the only goal of the game after just six minutes when he tucked the ball home after Palace keeper Wayne Hennessey palmed a Dusan Tadic cross into his path. Their defeat means Palace become the first top-flight team in history to lose each of their opening five league fixtures without scoring a goal. bar in the second half which was the closest Spurs came to breaking the deadlock. 0231

UCD Sports Club Focus

Sepak Takraw

Anthony O’Riordan Sports Writer

eralding from South East Asia, Sepak Takraw is a sport unfamiliar to the Irish sporting scene, yet UCD is home to one of the only Sepak Takraw clubs on these shores. Sepak Takraw is best described as a blend of soccer and volleyball, ‘Sepak’ being the Malay word for kick, and ‘Takraw’; the Thai word for a woven ball. Players are permitted only to use their feet, head, chest or knee to play the ball over a net similar to volleyball. The ‘rattan ball’ itself is unique to this game, made out of synthetic rubber in a manner which mirrors the traditionally woven ball made from rattan, a climbing tree native to Asia. The game has a long history in Asia, having been played for many centuries, the earliest record of it being found in the Malay Annals dating back to the 15th century. However it was only in recent years that the game spread to the Belfield campus, a group of Malaysian students responsible for the clubs foundation. In Ireland, this sport is still only in its infancy; UCD boasting the only club out of all of Ireland’s colleges. However, it is easy to see

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the potential for growth that the sport holds. With only three players per team, it is an easily assembled team and engages soccer skills in a competitive but fun environment. Furthermore, having seen a great rise in interest levels this year, the Sepak Takraw club are starting to look further afield for competition. Due to the lack of clubs in Ireland, there is a shortage of teams against which the members can test their skills. Europe could hold the key to this dilemma. With the game becoming increasingly popular in the UK and Germany, the UCD club is currently looking into the possibility stretching their legs across the continent to showcase their talent. This could be your opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a sport which is only going to get bigger on these shores, meet new people and get an unforgettable trip abroad through a sport you never knew existed. If you missed them at the Sports Expo during Fresher’s Week, it is not too late to get involved. You can email them at sepaktakraw@ ucd.ie, or head down to one of the training sessions on Tuesday between 5-7pm in the Sports Hall in the UCD Sports Centre.

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UCD Sports Star of the Week:

Charlie Fitzgerald Chris Foley Sports Editor

With the whole nation consumed by our all-conquering Gaelic Games, our guilty pleasure of the ‘foreign sports’ of soccer and rugby, and the bandwagon machine that is Conor McGregor, it’s easy to forget that our country has athletes competing internationally in a vast array of sports far beyond the aforementioned few. With the rich tapestry of sporting infrastructure here at UCD, we are blessed to be able to support these athletes, giving them a platform to continue their progress both on the field (or court, or pool, or table) and in the classroom. We here at The College Tribune feel it’s high time that these athletes received the exposure that their talents surely warrant, and with Charlie Fitzgerald, we begin our new fortnightly feature of ‘UCD Sports Star of The Week’. For Charlie, the past few years have been something of a whirlwind. Whether it was flying the flag for Ireland at the European Youth Championships in 2016, representing Blackrock College at two World School Championships, or winning several Irish ranking tournaments at youth level, he has barely had time to come up for air. Thankfully, Charlie agreed to take the time to answer a few of our questions this week about what it takes to make it in Table Tennis, and how he will manage to juggle sporting success with attaining a degree.

How did you get into table tennis?

I actually only got into the sport in my first year in secondary school in Blackrock College, I just happened to sign up and it took off from there really.

What’s a typical week for you like?

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tournament like The European Championships it could last for a week. In addition, extra fitness work is necessary to play at a high level. Being in UCD as part of a great team and club will allow me to avail of the state-of-the-art gyms, while learning from experienced coaches to improve that side of my development as a player.

What’s been your highlight so far? Going to Israel with my school to compete in the world schools championships was pretty special. To play against such quality opposition but also to see such an interesting place was great.

How do you balance your life with college?

Being a sports scholar is great in that it gives me access to the gyms and pools, with the added benefit of academic flexibility. I’m studying Social Science, and balancing study with training is never easy, but the more flexible college hours will suit me in my opinion. In addition, the scholarship will give me the opportunity to work with players here who have won 18 intervarsities in a row. Practicing with players of this calibre and being part of a good squad will definitely aid my development.

Are you aiming for Tokyo 2020? Olympics is obviously any athlete’s pinnacle event, but it won’t be easy because of the level of opposition and the number of qualification spots. That said, future Olympics could be in store for what is a young, ambitious Irish team. For me, a more focused and short-term ambition is to break into the senior Irish squad properly now that I’m transitioning from junior level and playing in World Senior and European Championships. Charlie is a member of UCD Table Tennis, one of many competitive sports teams present at last week’s Sports Expo. For more information about Table Tennis at UCD, visit their Facebook page, or email tabletennis@ucd.ie. 0231