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GMIT Students’ Union Newsletter | Issue 2 | Volume IV_November 2011

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March in Dublin:: Wed November 16th

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GMIT STUDENTS’ UNION ENCOURAGES STUDENTS, PARENTS & FAMILIES TO CONTACT TDs, CALLS OUT GALWAY GOVERNMENT TDs Political Parties Must Honour Pre-election Promises on Third Level Fees & Student Supports

GMIT Students’ Union and the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) recently placed a full page advertisement in a number of national newspapers branding Government TDs, including Galway’s Derek Nolan, Brian Walsh, Sean Kyne, Paul Connaughton Jnr., Ciaran Cannon and Colm Keaveney, as ‘Liars’. The advertisements, aimed at ensuring the Government honours its

pre-election promises on 3rd level fees, lists the name along with the political party, email address and phone number of every Government TD.

On February 21st, during the final week of campaigning in Election 2011, the then Labour Party Spokesperson on Education and current Education Minister Ruairí Quinn publicly signed a USI pledge on behalf of the Labour Party stating:

“I, Ruairi Quinn, Education Spokesperson for the Labour Party hereby pledge that if elected, we will oppose and campaign against any

new form of third level fees including student loans, graduate taxes and any further increase in the Student Contribution. Furthermore, we pledge to use our position in Dáil Éireann to protect the Higher Education Maintenance Grant from any and all cuts.

Joe O’Connor (SU President), Alan Doherty (SU Vice President) and GMIT students with the pre-election pledge signed by Minister for Education Ruairi Quinn. Photograph by Joe Travers

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PLEASE KEEP LECTURE ROOMS CLEAN!

It is not permitted to eat or drink in lecture theatres, class rooms and labs. We have erected signage to this effect on all doors but local verbal reinforcement will help achieve this.

PROMOTIONAL STAFF WANTED!

Campus.ie are looking for promo staff in Galway, if you are outgoing and a good talker, drop us a line to [email protected], and enclose your CV if possible.

PARKING NOTICE

Please note that Galway Corporation have informed us that they will be ticketing cars parked illegally (at the Corrib Great Southern entrance, or other locations off campus).

PLEASE USE ALTERNATIVE PARKING AVAILABLE AT GALWEGIANS RUGBY GROUND (next to Flannerys)

REPEAT ‘EXAM ONLY’ FEE As some of you may be aware a decision was taken by the GMIT Governing Body to increase the fee for an ‘exam only’ repeat of a module from 30 euro per module to a 300 euro flat charge, regardless of the number of modules. The justification for this increase was that:1) The huge discrepancy between the exam only fee and repeat attend was disincentivising students from repeat attending, increasing failure rates2) Built in to the increase, ‘exam only’ repeat students could now have full access to college services such as Library, IT and Moodle facilities which they did not in the past After vehement opposition from the Students’ Union, it was today agreed at Governing Body that the ‘exam only’ repeat fee for 5 credits would be reduced by two-thirds to 100 euro, for 10 credits to 200 euro, and capped at 300 euro for 15 credits and above, overturning the previous decision. The full access to facilities will still be provided. Despite a still significant financial increase from last year’s fees schedule, this represents a much more equitable solution than what we were originally looking at, and I would see it as somewhat of a ‘win’ for the Students’ Union on that basis.

CANTEEN THEFT GMIT Catering Co. have made us aware of a number of robberies which have taken place in the canteen over the past couple of weeks, which have escalated significantly. They have been able to identify the students involved through CCTV footage, and although we are trying to ensure that these incidents be viewed leniently at this point of the year, it has got to the stage where any further incidents will be brought to the Disciplinary Committee here in the college. We would ask you to bear this in mind over the course of the year.

STUDENT PATROL HOTLINETo report anti-social behaviour, phone 085-2388993

DARTS: GMIT TO PLAY NUIGGMIT Darts Club are playing NUIG in their college bar on the 21st November. SUPPORT NEEDED!!!

Find the event ON FACEBOOKhttp://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=193476217393811&ref=ts

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(continued from cover page)This Grant is often the only source of funding students have to support their studies.If the State and the Government are to truly cherish all the children of the country equally, then this Grant must be supported and we will not support any Government that fails in this regard.”

The following day (February 22nd) party leader and current Tánaiste Eamon Gilmore TD also signed the pledge, publicly re-affirming the Labour Party’s commitment on 3rd level fees. Fine Gael also made a strong commitment on education in its election manifesto, stating that the party would not increase 3rd level fees further.

“We will not increase the student registration fee further. Instead, we will pursue greater pay and non-pay efficiencies in the third level system through greater flexibility in working arrangements, in line with the Croke Park Agreement.’ (Fine Gael Election Manifesto)”

Following sustained media speculation surrounding yet another increase in 3rd level fees, USI contacted every Government TD by post and telephone over the last two months asking them to stand by their pre-election promises. Despite vocal and sustained undertakings on third level education during election 2011 not a single TD was now willing to stand by their pre-election promises.

The national newspaper advertisement forms part of a major campaign being launched today by the USI. Amongst other elements, the campaign will also feature a large-scale student protest outside Government Buildings on November 16th to protect students and their families from becoming the victims of a political U-turn.

USI President, Gary Redmond said“During the election USI registered over 15,000 students to vote. Young people turned out in unprecedented numbers to vote in the recent general election. Many of these young people were influenced in their decision by the Labour Party’s commitment, championed by Ruairí Quinn and party leader Eamon Gilmore, not to increase third level fees in any form. Ireland is tragically losing the future drivers of our Smart Economy, with thousands of valuable graduates having already left Irish shores and many thousands more preparing to follow suit.

There are currently 3 choices for young Irish people – college, emigration or the dole. Any increase in college fees or additional cuts to student supports will ensure that a 3rd level education is not an option for thousands of young people across the country.

A recent survey conducted by the DIT Office of Campus life put the cost of a 4 year degree at €30,764 for a student living away from home. On top of this students must pay fees of €2,000 per annum in addition to local college levies for sports and student facilities resulting in the total cost of a year degree approaching €40,000.

The credibility of the Coalition Government and its political parties is under the spotlight on this issue and the USI will vigorously campaign to ensure that pre-election pledges are honoured. Education is central to the recovery of the Irish economy and it cannot be compromised.”

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We have witnessed an unprecedented surge of students in extreme financial difficulty here at GMIT SU since the beginning of this academic year, far above and beyond what would have been considered reasonable in previous years. This is clearly as a result of the current economic climate coupled with previous registration fee hikes and grant cutbacks undertaken by the previous government.

Some of these students are just about able to make ends meet and survive in college, while we have seen others who have been simply forced to drop out. Many of these same students and their families cast their vote on the basis of election promises undertaken by both Coalition partners, primarily the Labour Party.

However, the furious backtracking which now appears to be taking place by these same people that students up and down the country put their faith in, amounts to nothing less than an outright con job of our students here in GMIT, and nationwide. These parties were acutely aware of the difficult situation facing our country, and yet made cast iron guarantees to students and parents in order to achieve electoral gain.

We already have the highest level of fees in the entire OECD area after the United Kingdom, and the cuts which have been made to the grant in recent Budgets has savaged the income of many students. Any further financial pressures being placed on students and parents will have a devastating immediate and long-term impact on higher education in this country.

It is without question that a significant portion of the electoral success of our first-time Labour Party TD’s here in Galway, Derek Nolan and Colm Keaveney, could be attributed to the strong support of many of the more than 20,000 students based in this county, on the basis of the pledge committed to by their party.

I would call on them, along with Brian Walsh TD, Sean Kyne TD, Paul Connaughton Jnr. TD and Ciaran Cannon TD, to clarify their position on the electoral promises made by the Labour Party and Fine Gael a mere 8 months ago, as a matter of urgency.

MARCH WITH US TO GOVERNMENT BUILDINGS FROM PARNELL SQUARE ON NOVEMBER 16th. Tickets (€5 for bus and t-shirt) available from SU office.

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GMIT STUDENTS UNION SAYS: DON’T WALK HOME ALONE!

With the dark evenings closing in, GMIT Students’ Union has re-launched their “Don’t Walk Home Alone” campaign.

The Students’ Union and Cara Cabs have combined in this campaign again to ensure students will be at their safest when making the journey home from a college night out. If finance is a problem, you simply hand over your student ID card to Cara Cabs for a safe journey, and it will be returned when you have the money to pay the fare.

Alan Doherty, Vice President/Welfare officer of GMIT Students’ Union, advises everyone to take full advantage of the system and not to take any risks on a night out.

He stated that, “Student safety is a major issue for us especially when they may be vulnerable as could be the case on a night out. This service ensures student safety is maintained and we are delighted to be apart of that”.

GMIT Students Union would like to thank Cara Cabs for their support and loyalty in providing this system for student’s welfare. Brendan Wallace from Cara Cabs acknowledged the importance of the scheme, adding that to get students home safely is enough of a fare for him. He looks forward to continuing the campaign for years to come.

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NATIONAL PROTEST

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NOVEMBER 16TH // PARNELL SQUARE FOR MORE INFO GO TO WWW.STOPFEES.IE

STOP COLLEGE FEES! SAVE THE GRANT!

Buses departing GMIT Car Park next to the Sports Hall at 10:30am. €5 for bus ticket and t-shirt.

On sale from Union Square & SU office

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Rousing welcome for President-electGMIT students and staff gave a rousing welcome to presidential candidate (now President-elect) Michael D Higgins when he visited GMIT on 26 Oct at the invitation of first year students of Irish Legal Systems. The students invited all presidential candidates; Sean Gallagher sent his apologies while the others failed to respond.

A loud cheer went up when the President-elect entered the theatre with his wife Sabina and campaigners. He spoke eloquently and passionately about the role of the President and his vision for the country, and took questions from the floor, promising to return if elected.

The visit was organised by the students and their lecturers Deirdre McHugh and Joe Farrell, pictured right, with Joe O’Connor, SU President, and Michael Hannon, GMIT Registrar.

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The inauguration chair that will be used in the inaugural ceremony for President-elect Michael D Higgins on Friday has been designed and made by GMIT Letterfrack graduate John Lee. Based in Maynooth, John graduated from the Furniture Design and Manufacture programme in 1993. He was awarded the commission following a tendering process conducted by the OPW to

replace the previous chair, the “Viceregal Throne”, made in the 19th Century.

Anthony Clare, lecturer and Programme Chairperson, says staff and students are delighted and can’t wait to see the chair on Friday: “When Michael D was Minister for Arts, Culture and the Gaeltacht he supported the role of GMIT Letterfrack in fostering design awareness

and innovation in high quality furniture and I am sure he will be thrilled that his success has manifested itself in such a direct way in his inauguration. This is the second link GMIT Letterfrack has with Áras an Uachtaráin – in 2008 students designed, made and presented three lecterns to outgoing President Mary McAleese and these are used for all formal addresses given by the President in the Áras.“

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New Presidential Inauguration Chair made by GMIT Letterfrack Graduate

THINKING OF TURNING JAPANESE?JET will be having a JET Programme presentation on Thursday, November 10th followed by a questions and answers session.

This will be a great opportunity for anyone interested in applying for the JET Programme or in working abroad to learn more and speak with former participants about the programme.

The presentation will be held at the Embassy of Japan from 4:30-6p.m. Interested parties should contact the JET desk at the Embassy (this email address) and register before the event. People who do not register will not be permitted to enter the Embassy on the evening.

The JET Programme is open to anyone who has an Irish passport and Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.

E-mail: [email protected] Crosbie-IwasakiJET Programme Coordinator

***************************JET Desk, Embassy of JapanNutley Building, Merrion CentreNutley Lane, Dublin 4Tel: 01 - 202 8306http://www.ie.emb-japan.go.jp

WANT TO CHALLENGE YOURSELF?Could you be the smartest student in your class or college? Or maybe even the smartest student in Ireland? Well now is your chance, take the gradireland National Student Challenge today and you could win €1000 and be crowned Ireland’s smartest student!

The National Student Challenge test takes just 40 minutes to complete, the test will generate a score and rank you on... the leaderboard. Not only will you be able to check where you rank among students from across Ireland but you will also be entered into prize draws throughout the duration of the competition.

At the end of the competition the top 60 students on the leaderboard will be selected to take part in the Final Day event, where they will be put to the test with a variety of real challenges in order to identify and recognise Ireland’s brightest and most able undergraduate. In the end the student with the highest score will be crowned the gradireland National Student Challenge Winner 2012. Final Day is a great opportunity for students to network with employers and will also look great on your CV!

Are you up to the challenge? Take it today at:www.gradireland.com/challenge

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CARRYING CREDITS• Progression from one year to the next will be stage-based, and progression with any failed credits outstanding is no longer allowed. Students must have completed all 60 credits in a stage in order to progress to the next stage, as well as any outstanding credits from previous years. A stage is the same as an academic year.

• Progression & Award Boards will, however, have the discretion to consider and assess the totality of a student’s performance.

COMPENSATION‘Pass by Compensation’ will now apply:

• If a student fails a module with a failing mark of 35 or greater, and they achieve ‘double the difference’ in another corresponding (equally weighted) module, they will then be allowed to ‘pass by compensation’ and their record will show 35p. ‘compensated’ and their mark brought up to a passing grade. (i.e. 40)

• For example, if a Business student received 36% in their Human Resource Management examination worth 5 credits, a deficit of 4%, and also 48% in their Integrated Marketing Communications exam worth 5 credits...As they have achieved ‘double the difference’ of 4% in their Marketing exam they are allowed ‘pass by compensation’. by receiving a mark at least 8% greater than the base passing mark of 40.

• Pass by compensation is only allowed when all modules for the stage have been attempted for the first time. It is used to allow the student pass the stage. o It is only considered for a maximum of 20 failed creditso The failing mark must be between 35 and 39 before it can be considered.o A student awarded a pass by compensation is not required to repeat the failed module(s).

In this case, the student will be seen to have passed the module and no repeat attempt will be necessary.

This will only apply when: It is the student’s first attempt at a module The failing mark is 35 or greater Being applied to a maximum of 20 credits in a stage

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It is also important to note that some modules may be deemed ineligible for compensation by individual Programme Boards, so students should ensure they are aware of the existence of any such modules. Students will be notified of any modules ineligible for compensation before Christmas.

AWARDSFor award-level students, first-attempt results will still only be considered in classifying awards. Compensation applies equally to award stage.

INTERNAL EXAMINERSInternal examiners are bound by the new Academic Code of Practice no.3 to: Assist in developing an indicative schedule for Continuous Assessment (CA). Provide CA results to students a minimum of one week before end-of-term exams. Be available by phone, e-mail or in person on consultation days to discuss both exam papers and pieces of CA.

There is also provision to: Allow for student appeals of CA marks. Hold information events for students on the significance of consultation days.

BORDERLINE/IMPAIRED PERFORMANCEThe Aegrotat Board, which previously dealt with students’ impaired performance in (or absence from) exams, due to circumstances other than the personal culpability of the student such as illness or bereavement, has now been abolished.

In the case of impaired performance, instead of an Aegrotat Form, students must now fill out a Personal Circumstances Form, which should then be submitted to their Head of Department no later than three days after the examination sitting, who will then deal with it on a confidential basis. Documentary evidence should be provided by the student along with this form.

Before examinations, if a student encounters a problem preventing him/her from taking an exam, he/she should complete an Examination Deferral Form and submit to their Head of Department.

REPEAT STUDENTSStudents who now register to repeat ‘exam-only’, i.e. who are not attending lectures, now have full access to IT facilities such as webmail and Moodle, and the Library.

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Concerned about a friend/ flatmate/ family?Is this stressing you out?

Don’t feel you have to handle it in your own

Why not come and talk to one of the counsellors?

We offer a free & confidential Service

Make an appointment on this number 091 742118 or contact the counsellors directly

Pauline Clancy 091-742563 [email protected] Staunton 091-742301 [email protected]

Drop in times 11.00-12.00 1.00 – 2.00

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Sshhh!!Campaign 2011

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“Rather than flying to New York and Chicago and worrying about the seemingly unquantifiable taxes on the way home, ShopUSA will do the shipping for you and even calculate the final cost from the tariff and VAT rate in advance.

Users register online and are given an individual suite number and ShopUSA address. Next, the shopper finds the item at any US online store as they normally would.

You go to the ShopUSA site and input the Dollar cost of your purchase into our calculator.We will then give you the complete Euro cost of your purchase delivered right to your door. This includes all applicable Irish tariff and VAT rates.

The online shopper then knows the final price, so there are no surprises when the parcel arrives.If you’re happy with the final cost after the site’s calculation, you can make your purchase and have it sent to your Suite Number at the ShopUSA address, where it is then shipped to Ireland and delivered to your door.

Ultimately we’re just shipping, but we’re giving the consumer the transparency of knowing in advance that if they want to buy something in the US, then they’ll know their landed cost before making a payment. ShopUSA Ireland, offering variety and savings.” 15

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WRITE TO USIf you have a question, a joke, or indeed ANYTHING to say, just send us an email to [email protected]

A lady walks into Harrods. She looks around, spots a beautiful diamond bracelet and walks over to inspect it. As she bends over to look more closely, she unexpectedly farts.

Very embarrassed, she looks around nervously to see if anyone noticed her little woops and prays that a sales person was not anywhere near.

As she turns around, her worst nightmare materialises in the form of a salesman standing right behind her - Good looking as well.

Cool as a cucumber, he displays all of the qualities one would expect of a professional in a store like Harrods. He politely greets the lady with, ‘Good day, Madam. How may we helpyou today?

Blushing and uncomfortable, but still hoping that the salesman somehow missed her little ‘incident’, she asks, ‘what is the price ofthis lovely bracelet?’

He answers, “Madam - if you farted just looking at it - you’re going to shit yourself when I tell you the price!”

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IN MEMORY OF BOB!!! Bob forgot his wedding anniversary.

His wife was mad. She told him “Tomorrow morning, I expect to find a gift in the driveway that goes from 0 to 200 in 6 seconds. AND IT BETTER BE THERE!”

The next morning when his wife woke up she looked out the window to find a box gift-wrapped in the middle of the driveway.

She opened it and found a brand new bathroom scale.

Bob has been missing ever since.

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Welcome to the library!Visit the library to borrow books, study, photocopy…Use the library website library.gmit.ie to search library collections and to access… ebooks ejournals databases exam papers your library account

Library PINDon’t forget to set up your library PIN. Why? Because you can use your PIN to access ebooks, ejournals, exam papers, databases and your library account on our website library.gmit.ieHow? Create a PIN when prompted to enter one on our website or ask at the library desk.

DVD LoansA new, longer loan period of one week is available for DVDs and Audio Books on CD. Browse the multimedia display just inside the main door of the library to see what’s on offer.

Endnote SessionsThe next Endnote sessions are... Mon 14th Nov 1-1.30 (Q&A session)Thur 24th Nov 3-4Tue 29th Nov 11-12

Latest Free TrialsUNWTO’s Elibrary for tourismVogue Archive for budding fashionistas!To access go to http://library.gmit.ie/screens/etrials.html

Library AnywhereNow you can access GMIT Library via your iphone, android or any 3G/Internet phone. Go to http://libanywhere.com/m/323 to access the library directly.

Opening HoursDublin RoadMon - Wed 09.00 – 22.00Thursday 09.00 – 21.00Friday 09.00 – 17.00

Cluain MhuireMonday 09.30 – 19.30Tue & Wed 09.30 – 18.00Thursday 09.30 – 21.00Friday 09.30 – 16.00

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Contact UsTel: 091 742785Email: [email protected]: http://library.gmit.ie

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Every Wednesday

Chapel/Meditation RoomNext to the Banks on the Dublin Road Campus

Continues week and it’s FREE!

1pm to 2pm

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Meningitis & SepticaemiaWant to know the symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia? The Meningitis Research Foundation have a free text service that will allow you to download a 1 minute video to your mobile showing the symptoms and give you a free phone emergency number you can ring if you are concerned.

To get the video text Time to 50308. It isn’t a subscription service so you won’t be bothered with any other advertising.’

Free Psoriasis ClinicThe Student Health Unit would like to introduce a Free Psoriasis Clinic commencing Monday, 17 October from 2.00 - 4.30 pm. If you have Psoriais and would like to avail of this opportunity to meet with Siobhan Murphy, the Psoriasis Nurse, please contact the Student Services Office on 091742118 for an appointment. All consultations are confidential.

Health Unit NoticeMedical Examinations for the purposes of organisations outside GMIT cannot be performed in the Student Health Unit.

Due to the high demand for appointments by students who need medical attention, the Student Health Unit does not have the resources to deal with such requests.

Please make alternative arrangements with your own Doctor.

Medical CardsPlease bring your GMS Medical Card with you when attending the Student Health Unit.

Medical card prescriptions cannot be issued in the absence of an up to date medical card.

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An old golfer comes in from a round of golf at a new course and heads into the grill room. As he passes through the swinging doors he sees a sign hanging over the bar:

COLD BEER: $2.00HAMBURGER: $2.25CHEESEBURGER: $2.50CHICKEN: $3.50HAND JOB: $50.00

Checking his wallet to be sure he has the necessary payment, the old golfer walks up to the bar and beckons to the exceptionally attractivefemale bartender who is serving drinks to a couple of sun-wrinkled golfers. She glides down behind the bar to the old golfer.

“Yes?” she inquires with a wide, knowing smile, “May I help you?”

The old golfer leans over the bar and whispers, “I was wondering, young lady,” he whispers, “are you the one who gives the hand-jobs?”

She looks into his eyes with that wide smile and purrs: “Yes Sir , I sure am.”

The old golfer leans closer and into her left ear and says softly, “Well, wash your hands real good because I want a cheeseburger.”

This is the story of a blonde flying in a two- seater airplane with just the pilot.

He has a heart attack and dies. She frantically calls a May Day:

“May Day! May Day! Help me! Help me! My pilot had a heart attack and is dead, and I don’t know how to fly. Help me! Please help me!”

All of a sudden she hears a voice over the radio saying: “This is the tower. I have received your message and I will talk you through it. I’ve had a lot of experience with this kind of problem. Now, just relax. Everything will be fine! Now give me your height and position.”

She says, “I’m 5’4” and I’m in the front seat.”

“O.K.” says the voice from the tower. “Repeat after me: Our Father. . . Who art in Heaven. . . ..”

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The International Society recently enjoyed trips to the Aran Islands, Cliffs of Moher, Connemara and a colourful Halloween Party in the Kings Head!

Last weekend (Saturday, 12th November) the International Society went on a day trip to Birr Castle and Clonmacnoise near Athlone.

The English Class is free for all International Students (sponsored by GMIT) and takes place Monday to Thursday from 6pm to 8pm each evening in Room 365.

The Movie Night is on from 8pm to 10pm every Thursday in Room 1041.

A trip will be to Combat Zone in Limerick for Paintball on Sunday 20th November. For further details, check out the GMIT International Society on Facebook.

A weekend trip, this time to Cork & Kerry, will take in one day for sightseeing (including the Ring of Kerry), with the second day covering a city tour of Cork. A night out in the city will follow, with accommodation in Kinlay House. Again, check out the GMIT International Society on Facebook.

Finally, GMIT International Society hoodies & t-shirts will shortly be available, with the new logo (right) as designed by designed by Lucía Sancho Martín.

To sign up for the International Society, please contact Dandan Yan in the Students’ Union:e: [email protected]: 091-742008

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GMIT – HOTEL SCHOOL Training Restaurants & Bars 2011-2012

ConnemaraTraining Restaurant

(First floor, Room 0842)

Serving: 4 Course Lunch - €7Student Lunch Special - €5every day. Must show student ID.

Time: 12:45 - 1pm

Days: Monday - Friday

Booking: Email [email protected] or call Ext 2427 between 9:30am and 5pm. If you wish to make a booking after 11.30am for lunch the same day, please contact the restaurant directly on Ext. 2099.

Serving: 4 Course Evening Dinner - €7Student Dinner Special - €5every evening unless otherwise stated. Must show student ID.

Time: 5:30 - 6pm

Days: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday

Booking: Email [email protected] or call Ext. 2427 between 9:30am and 5pm.

Wine Geese Training Bar (First floor, Room 0841)

Serving: Lunch - €7Time: 12:40 – 1:15pm

Days: Tuesday - Friday

Booking: None required

City of Galway Training Restaurant & Bar

(Ground floor, Room 0526)

Serving: 4 Course Lunch – only €5Time: 12:40 – 1pm

Days: Monday - Friday

Booking: Email [email protected] or call Ext 2427 between 9:30am and 5pm. If you wish to make a booking after 11.30am for lunch the same day, please contact the restaurant directly on Ext. 2479.

Serving: Casual Dining

Time: 5 - 8pm

Days: Monday & Tuesday

Booking: None required

The Hotel School Restaurants and Bars are ideal venues for:

- Special Events

- Class Dinners

- Birthdays Contact the Links Office on 091742427 for

bookings

NB. The Hotel School’s restaurants and bars are realistic working environments and classrooms where students develop new knowledge and learn new skills. Please

keep this in mind when making reservations. We would appreciate if customers can vacate the classrooms no

later than 1.55pm to facilitate the next class. Thank you in advance for your co-operation.

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091 770 589ORDER ONLINE NOWw w w . z o o p i z z a . i e

HOMEDELIVERY


ANY TW0 12” PIZZAS FOR THE PRICE OF 1ANY TW0 12” PIZZAS FOR THE PRICE OF 1

2 for 1TUESDAYS

OPEN AT THE GALWAY PLATE, TUAM RD.

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Vouchers available from

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HOMEDELIVERY


ANY TW0 12” PIZZAS FOR THE PRICE OF 1ANY TW0 12” PIZZAS FOR THE PRICE OF 1

2 for 1TUESDAYS

OPEN AT THE GALWAY PLATE, TUAM RD.

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NEW STUDENTS’ UNION LOGO

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LAUNDRY DROP OFF SERVICE

THe exTreMelY loW-CoST rATe oF €8.50 Per BAG WIll APPlY.


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The following rates will apply for the student bus service:

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PC REPAIR SERVICE

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STUDENT ENTERPRISE & INNOVATION AWARDS

APPlICATIonS WIll oPen For THe CoMPeTITIon In SeMeSTer

1 So keeP An eYe oUT For More InForMATIon!

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Top Quality... Fresh Fish -- Burgers - Kebabs -- Chicken - Pizza's - - Home cut chips -

10% Student Discount(With valid Student card)

Daily specials from €6Delivery available after 6pm


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Skills4Study CampusSkills4Study Campus is an interactive e-learning resource which helps you develop the study skills you need to be successful.

Study4skillscampus covers 5 core modules:• writing skills • reading and note-making • referencing and understanding plagiarism • getting ready for academic study • critical thinking skillsTo use Skills4Study Campus click on the Skills4StudyCampus link in Moodle. To find out more information use the links below:S4SC Introductory cliphttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tBzAE7Bg6eI S4SC Exam Skills Modulehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_YyLbDl3Uk

S4SC Group Work and Presentation Modulehttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKuG7ZSih3k Overview of Featureshttp://www.palgrave.com/skills4studycampus/Features.html Open access to “What to Expect from Academic Study” the first section of the module “Getting Ready for Academic Study”http://www.palgrave.com/skills4studycampus/tryitnow.html

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SU PRESIDENT

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Students drop your laundryat Student union offices &pick up following day

Heaslips& The Dry Cleaning Specialists

NEW STUDENTUNION LAUNDRY & DRY CLEANINGSERVICE

9 per bag/ 8with GMIT USI

Plus Card(1 load = 3/4 standard

refuse sack/full sports bag)



CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

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NOTE: If you are interested in signing up to a Club or Soc, it’s not too late! Email [email protected]

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CONTACT MOLLYEMAIL: [email protected]

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10%OFF

25%OFF

with the

www.supermacs.ie

* T&C: Please show USI Card when placing order. Off er allows for 10% of Supermac’s and 25% off Papa John’s, Merlin Park Galway only. Off er can only be used on full priced items and not in conjunction with any other promotions or coupons.

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