By Caoimhín Reilly UL’s very own Olympic hero Michelle Finn has insisted that her aim is to qualify for another Olympic Games. The 3,000 metres steeplechaser finished 11th in her semi-final heat at the Rio Olympics in August with a time of 9:49.45. However, despite missing out on the final, which by her own admission…
By Caryl Yulo So it’s recently been noted by health experts that the 5-a-day is no longer cutting it. The edited version is still being debated over but the general consensus is that two to three fruits a day with four to five vegetables will do you better. Now, as college students, it seems almost…
By Ciara Barry Limerick Suicide Watch (LSW) held their official launch in the Strand Hotel, Limerick last week to raise awareness of the work they are doing. This relaunch comes in the wake of a split which occurred in May of this year among members of Corbett Suicide Prevention Patrol (CSPP) choosing now to operate…
By Cathal Doherty Could you give up alcohol for the duration of October? McMillan Cancer Support is looking for willing social drinkers who could do just that to volunteer in the latest fundraising challenge. According to the website GoSober.org.uk, there are plenty of health benefits that come with giving up alcohol; Better night’s sleep: You’ll…
By Asterian Zhang The temperature in Limerick has been dropping in recent days and a stream of cold air is occupying the city. Winter is coming, and the cold and flu virus are looking to make a home for themselves in your body. Here are five useful and handy recipes for preventing flu: 1. Sweet…
This is to give you guys an idea of what I truly believe to be a first year’s guide to college attire. As I’m sure, just like I, your transition from scratchy school uniform to complete clothing freedom has not only been tricky but confusing. Well sit back, relax, and get your check list ready….
By Ciara Corcoran Back in September I was approached by Alison Dervan, Mary I SU Vice President, about linking with LIT to do a positive mental health event together. As Limerick has such an alarming suicide rate and a high student population this was seen as an opportunity to tackle the issue of…
By Kayleigh Campbell Over the last couple of years, the number of students seeking help for mental health issues at their places of study has been steadily increasing. According to Dr Patrick Ryan, Head of Psychology at the University of Limerick, one in five young people in Ireland now have a recognizable…
By Eilís Walsh For most, turning vegetarian is a way of life that you choose. Some have to adapt to this diet due to a medical condition, but for the purpose of this post I’m going to talk to someone who chose this way of life. Based on talking to a wide variety…
By Aisling O’Connor Many people find their mental health suffers over summer. This may be due feeling a lack of focus in one’s life, due to strained relationships at home, or feeling isolated in a locality. To be honest, there are a ton of reasons as to why some people find the holidays…