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10th October 2012 Vo2 No 2 www.edition.ie DIT Students assaulted Charlie Heasman were punched, the girl hard in the face with Speaking a few days later to The Edition, from the Gardaí is to think about where phone can be snatched in an instant in a a closed fist. The assailants ran off with she said: “The punch in the face was bad and you are walking, try to remain in a crowded street. Students are being warned to take their bags. enough but I’m tough, I’ll get over it. I just group, and use public transport or taxis Students are advised to keep a firm hold precautions in order to stay safe on the The students contacted An Gardaí, want my stuff back.” wherever possible. This is not always easy on personal possessions and to be aware of streets of Dublin. The call comes after who were sympathetic and helpful, but A source in An Garda Síochána, who to do while subsisting on a student grant, people around them at all times. Bicycles the latest reported incident which took by this time the attackers had long since does not wish to be named, said that in but these two had decided to save the bus should be locked to a secure object when place last Monday night. disappeared. The female student came off reality there was very little chance of fare by walking and subsequently paid the left unattended, preferably through the Two DIT students, one male, the other worse in the incident because, while her her regaining her property, “except for price. frame rather than one of the wheels. female, were walking home along the friend had little of value in his bag, she lost her empty bag and books dumped in an Street theft does not necessarily have to One Mountjoy Sq student returned to his North Circular Road at 11pm when they her credit cards, iPod, house keys, mobile alleyway somewhere, perhaps.” include an element of personal violence. locked bike last year to find that all that were attacked without warning by two phone and library books. Such attacks, although uncommon, Many students have reported the theft of remained was the back wheel, a situation youths. They resisted the attack but both She was left badly shaken by the incident. unfortunately do happen. The advice unattended bicycles, and a bag or mobile which he described as being “almost worse than losing the whole thing.” Socs Fair split in two – “These things happen at DIT”

Alistair McConnell These two much smaller areas created Deputy Editor some problems in terms of space, with several societies putting in a big effort to The new year of DIT societies began make themselves stand out to students. on a chaotic note, as the annual ‘Socs Societies play a vital role in college Fair’ was relocated only 24 hours before life, and are effectively launched each commencing. It has emerged that only academic year by the fair, which generates one day before the fair was to launch, a huge amount of attention for each Aungier Street staff were informed that group, and attracts the vast majority of the courtyard space had been double sign-ups. Speaking to Teri O’Boyle, booked. As yet, no explanation has been Communications and Volunteering Officer released by the college. in the DIT Societies Office, The Edition Conflicting with the Societies Fair this has heard that the reorganisation of the year was the annual Guidance Counsellor fair was indeed “last minute.” Open Day, which brings counsellors “It was stressful enough,” she says. from schools across Ireland to DIT to “There was a double booking in the discuss the college’s teaching styles and courtyard, so we were put into the foyer. disciplinary approaches. The meeting has We only found out about 24 hours before. a prominent place in the DIT calendar, in “It worked out fine on the day, I terms of advertising the college, forming suppose. The fair was more in the links with schools, and attracting future students’ faces because of it, in front of students. everyone as they walked in. Space was Once the conflict came to light, it was tight but we worked around it. These the Societies fair that fell victim to the things happen at DIT.” error, and were forced to split in two and But despite the significant upheaval relocate to the foyer area of the campus, as well as the basement’s communal area. continued p4 Societies Week on Aungier St. saw the event split in two to accomodate an annual guidance councillor meeting NEWS LIFESTYLE MONEY CULTURE Music Students Murdered Movie night rained off London Fashion Week Living Cheap Mumford and Sons’ and Sorcha Richard- Fundamentalist Islamic group in Nigeria Meeting House Square canopies fail to The Edition talks to DIT student Brian The Edition’s Student Shopper is your sons’latest offerings are dissected. targets students for SU activity. keep Dublin drizzle off for Anchorman. Conway about working with top designers. guide to having maximum fun on a P13 P3 P2 P10 limited budget. Socs Fair shoved over A Day in the Life P6 Film Health Centres back Double-booking in Aungier Street forces Jacki Moran, a graduate from the 2012 Bring them your ills; DIT Student clinics Looper, What Richard Did, and the Perks Clubs and Societies fair relocation. Event Management class, tells the Edition reopen after summer break. SCIENCE of Being a Wallflower. P4 about her first career steps at Croker. P14 P2 Students Awarded Manly men in Winter Scéim Cónaithe DIT entrants win big at Undergraduate Do lads even bother with a winter ward- Students and STIs Festival Gaeilgeoirs get gaff discount under DIT Awards as inventive graduate nominated robe? The Edition’s tame fashion guru Students are the most likely group to be Hard Working Class Heroes festival Irish language residency scheme. for James Dyson prize. makes a stirring call to (covering) arms. infected. Got an itch? reviewed. P4 P5 P12 P6 P13 2 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 NEWS Numbers Ron Burgundy says: No! 5, 4,7 60 Ireland soccer matches Number of new jobs created in won, drawn, and lost against a Dublin animation studio, after upcoming rivals Germany. BBC re-commissions a children’s TV show 2% Irish population that emigrated last year 407,892,669 8,000,000 Number of YouTube views, at the time of writing, of South Korean Number of contraband Psy’s ‘Gangnam Style’. cigarettes seized at Dublin Port Health centre back Amy Grehan the north side, in Bolton St, and one on the south side, in Aungier St. In the words of Professor Farnsworth of Consultation with a Doctor is by Futurama, good news everybody! The appointment only. Students are encouraged DIT Student Health Centre is open for to make appointments as early as possible another year of business. as both clinics tend to book up quickly. According to health centre staff ‘The A consultation with a nurse can include student health centre is extremely busy, we the following; general health discussion, see about five hundred students per week’. contraception advice, sexual health ‘It’s a great service for the students advice, acne management, management of DIT students were denied seeing Will Ferrell’s most colourful creation on the big screen here in Dit’ says media student Aoife Asthma, smoking cessation advice, smear Deegan. ‘As students we are often tight for tests, dietary advice, routine injections, Colin Layde was scheduled as part of the annual DIT with little alternative but to cancel the money so it is a relief not having to pay a removal of sutures, wound dressing, and Deputy News Editor Society and Clubs Festival. The event was outdoor screening of the film; MAD hopes consultation fee’. Psoriasis management. also to act as a showcase for the Dance, to reschedule the screening for a later The health centres mission statement Consultations with both the Doctors and A planned open air showing of Juggling and Samba societies, who were date. states that ‘The DIT health service provides nurses at the DIT Student Health Centre Anchorman: The Legend of Ron scheduled to perform. Money raised from ticket sales was to be a holistic approach to health, providing are free. However, there are some charges Burgundy had to be cancelled due to Anchorman follows Ron Burgundy, a donated to the Well For Zoe organisation on campus health care to those students for specialist clinics, services and products. heavy rain. dim-witted and chauvinistic San Diego The charity works in Malawi, providing pursuing full time & apprenticeship The clinics are open Monday to Friday The screening of the Will Ferrell film news anchor, as he adjusts to the presence clean drinking water to poor and remote courses. The service incorporates physical, during term from 9am – 1pm and 2pm - was due to take place at Meeting House of a feminist co-presenter. The public villages. psychological and social aspects of student 5pm. Square in Temple Bar on Wednesday, 26 screening of the comedy cult classic was Other events were unaffected by the health and health promotion. Absolute Students must phone or call into the September. scheduled to be one of the highlights of inclement weather, including an Arthur’s confidentiality is maintained.’ health centre to make an appointment in Movie Night was organised by the the annual festival. Day night organised by the DIT Student There are two DIT Health centres; one on advance. Movie and Drama societies (MAD) and Persistent and heavy rain left organisers Union, in conjunction with the DJ society. Freshers’ Guide, now in human form

Conor Fuller about entering into their new academic year of our course. And just to find out career. things such as what the college services A new Peer Mentoring system was The mentors met again during this week are when you are not sure where to ask.” introduced in DIT this year, in which to follow up with their younger charges. It has also been rewarding for the second year students meet with groups First year notes were exchanged as well as mentors. According to Sarah Hughes, “I of first year students to help guide advice on some subjects and assessments. was asked to do the program and agreed them into college life. Set up in Aungier The meetings must take place in the DIT as I wanted to give something back to Street School of Business, with the Aungier Street campus in a public area DIT. I would have liked a mentor last year help of first year tutor, Helen O’Brien- and mentors then report back to each first when I moved to Dublin to start college Gately, the mentors have held two year’s tutor. However, all conversations for the first time. It’s a great opportunity meetings so far with their groups. are strictly confidential, and mentors can to help new students settle in, advise them The first was an introduction lunch held assure students that they can open up about their subjects, and steer them in the in the campus restaurant last week. Tea, about any concerns they have. right direction if they need any help.” coffee and sandwiches were provided, and Students have responded well to Although still in its infancy, the program the college chaplain and councillor were the program. Jayne Gavin, a first year is off to a good start and has had positive on hand to talk to the students. Business student, says: “I like the fact that feedback from all involved. First years were then split into smaller the meetings are confidential and we have If successful, the program could become groups and held peer-to-peer talks with the opportunity to speak with someone standard for all students entering college their mentors, discussing a range of topics who has already been through the first in the future. DIT peer mentor meeting in action WANT TO WRITE FOR THE EDITION or HAVE A STORY FOR US? Mail [email protected] THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 3 NEWS News Nigerian executions might Bulletin

Student Services open be linked to SU activities upgraded office Alistair McConnell suspected to have been fuelled by campus Deputy Editor politics after the election… the ones who The new Student Services office will be were disgruntled might have… (carried opened this Friday, 12 October, beside the At least twenty-six students have been out) the attack.” courtyard in Aungier street (previously the killed in a college residence in north- It is thought that the nature of the FOMACS office). It is hoped that this new east Nigeria. Police are investigating killings, in that specific names were called location is more prominent and easier to whether the murders are linked to a out while others were left alone, points find than the previous G044 room, and it political feud within the college. towards insider knowledge and motivation. will also provide more space in the office On Monday night, gunmen arrived at According to Shuaib, initial reports itself. Students from any campus can Polytechnic Mubi student halls in the have also indicated that one victim was a use the student service centre, as with its Adamawa state in the northeast of the candidate in Sunday’s election. counterpart at Bolton Street. The office country, bordering Cameroon. One by one, In recent years, there has been a will have an improved design, with space the names of individuals were called out proliferation of weapons in the Adamawa to browse forms, leaflets and information as the group moved through the building. region. In a raid on the same residence on DIT services. A desktop with online Some were shot and others killed with halls last week, weapons including rocket access will be installed for student use in machetes, according to one witness. propelled grenades and assault rifles were the near future. A curfew has now been imposed in the found. It has been suggested, therefore, area. The main line of investigation is that that the ready availability of weapons ‘Digital Dermot’ lands Islamist insurgent group Boko Haram, means it is more difficult to narrow down whose name translates literally as ‘Western potential perpetrators. top job at MTV education is sinful’, are behind the attack. Boko Haram, who last week denied that Over the last two years, Boko Haram they are in peace talks with government, DIT Kevin Street Graduate, Dermot have orchestrated over 1,000 murders, have been widely condemned by Muslim McCormack, appeared in The Irish Times including those of students. groups throughout the world, including last week. Known as ‘Digital Dermot’ by The group has been known to infiltrate The Islamic Circle of North America and U2 front man Bono, the DIT Alumnus now college communities and target groups the Muslim Council of Britain. holds the prized position of executive vice within student politics. Police are therefore The Mubi district of Nigeria where the murders took place The total number of deaths could rise president of digital media for MTV. investigating whether upcoming student to over 40, according to one security Dermot, who left for New York the day elections provided the catalyst for the murders were motivated solely by a feud Yushua Shuaib, a spokesperson for source and several witnesses. The Mubi after graduation in the early 1990s with murders. over these elections, and were carried out the National Emergency Management Polytechnic has a student population of a degree in electrical engineering, will It has also not been ruled out that the by the rivals of a student faction. Agency, has said: “The crisis in Mubi is over 14,000. now work from a 17th floor corner office overlooking Times Square. Speaking to The Irish Times, he said that he feels New York welcomes Irish graduates with open arms, and says the key to his success is, Mature students Access denied unsurprisingly, hard work. “It sounds obvious, but I really always have to get back to the working hard thing. That’s just a requirement. It’s not a guarantee, but it’s Colin Layde Doubts over the future of the programme a guarantee if you don’t do it.” Deputy News Editor come amid widespread cuts in the education sector. There is speculation that Boost your CV with Financial problems in the DIT Mature Minister for Education and Skills, Ruaíri Student Access Programme (MSAP) Quinn, will again increase the student Lead Module lead to a reduction in student numbers registration fee in next month’s Budget. and changes in management Such a measure would only serve to There is still time to apply for the DIT The MSAP was initially financed by further limit the number of students able to Lead Module, in which extra-curricular Allied Irish Banks but, when this funding gain access to higher education. activities in societies can contribute to ceased, DIT had to turn abroad for The MSAP aims to provide a platform your final degree. investment. Last year’s programme was for individuals to overcome socio- The Lead module can also boost a CV, largely financed by the Sultan of Oman; in economic barriers and access third level as many of these society activities, which return for the investment, Omani students education. The one year programme were once considered an aside to third level were enrolled on a similar course to the operates out of the Mountjoy Square studies, can now be formally recognised as MASP, with those who completed the campus and is designed to prepare mature valuable assets in a difficult jobs market. course gaining entry to DIT. This year students to enter first year. The course is Skills such as initiative, communication the course only enrolled 36 international full-time and consists of six core modules, and teamwork are improved throughout the students, resulting in only 50 places including Applied Writing, Information module. Applicants take part in workshops for Irish students. Former MSAP Maths Technology and Communications. under mentor supervision, and a written lecturer, Gerry McCann, admits that Students also undertake modules from first portfolio is presented for grading. The “things are looking very grim for the year undergraduate courses, in order to closing date for applications is 15 October. access programme at the moment”. better prepare themselves for the transition The departure of lecturers and the to third level. Glasto tickets gone in course co-ordinator, following apparent Since its inception in 2009, the difficulties in contract negotiations, has programme has seen nearly 200 students under 2 hours led to great uncertainty over the future of progress to third level education. This year Access course students have suffered huge financial difficultires due to a reduction in numbers the programme. Lecturers Christine Smith, will see the first Access alumni receive Tickets for Glastonbury Festival 2013 Nicola Callaghan and Gerry McCann have their parchments and graduate from the student, I feel the access course helped Community Links Programme. In addition sold out in only one hour and forty minutes all left their roles. William Peters leaves Institute, demonstrating the immense value me immensely. It gave me the freedom to the MSAP, Community Links also on the morning of 8 October, a record time. his role as course co-ordinator but remains of the programme. and security to seek out my future career; operates an access service for students of Over 135,000 tickets, costing £205 each, as a lecturer. The MSAP will continue to Suzanne Finnegan is a second year without the access course I feel this may school leaving age and Computer Learning were sold online and by telephone to those operate this year, but with a reduced intake Social Care student in Mountjoy Square have been a struggle. I will be forever In Communities (CLIC). CLIC aims to who had pre-registered with the website. of students and virtually an entirely new and a graduate of MSAP; she feels the grateful to all of the staff” she says. promote literacy and computer skills in This in itself, however, did not guarantee faculty. course was invaluable to her. “As a mature The programme is run through DIT’s disadvantaged communities. tickets, and many were left disappointed. Organiser Emily Eavis has issued an apology via Twitter to those who could not Northside Careers Services offices relocate as part of efficient policies get through, mentioning some problems experienced due to the heavy traffic on the website. Alistair McConnell the Marlborough Street building, there has Architectural Technology students were space it has rented throughout the city. As a The rapid sales also come at a time when Deputy Editor now been enough room freed up to house relocated to the redeveloped Linen Hall sprawling campus, with many buildings in the festival’s profit margins are in the four Careers Service staff, as well as one building in Bolton Street over the summer, the city centre, efficient use of rented space spotlight, with newly published accounts As part of an ongoing relocation process Disability Support Services staff member. which has allowed a range of other moves is crucial. for the festival’s company showing at DIT, the Careers Services office has It is also hoped that sufficient space will be to take place. This move is the latest in a line of revenues of £32.2m (€39.8m) for 2011. been moved from Capel Street to Bolton retained for the Sports Office to relocate to According to the Office of the President, relocations that have been made as leases It is thought that the year off, due to the Street’s Zhivago Building. that area in future. DIT has been adopting a policy since early run out on certain properties and spaces. London Olympics, has played a part in After an interim spell of six months in The move comes after Architecture and 2011 of making the best use possible of the generating such high demand. 4 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 NEWS Record turnout for C&Ss week! Ciarán D’Arcy such as Camping Soc proving a popular tournament in Grangegorman (Wednesday) addition to an already eclectic line-up. and the DITSU Arthur’s Day night out, Another successful DIT Clubs and Anita Conway, Head of Societies which included performances from The Socs week saw a record turnout and an in DIT, was more than happy with Subs and Transmission DJs, provided yet increase in signups during this year’s how the week panned out. “The week more entertainment for revellers. event. generally went very well. The numbers Sign up numbers may have been Held on 24 to 27 September, over 85 of students signing up for clubs, socs impressive, but Conway was also keen to clubs and societies were given the chance and volunteering during the week were stress the fact that it’s never too late to get to strut their stuff in each of the different up on last year. There was plenty going involved. DIT campuses throughout the week. Old on throughout the week, with freebies “If any student didn’t get to sign up to a favourites such as Banter Soc and DJ Soc being given out and demonstrations by club, society or volunteering opportunity once again benefited from strong sign up societies,” said Conway. during the Clubs and Socs Week, fret not numbers, with last year’s up and coming To complement the week-long they can still get involved by registering star Ultimate Frisbee Soc pulling in over extravaganza, supplemental activities their interest online or contacting the club/ 140 new recruits and brand new societies such as the now annual Campus Cup 7s society directly,” said Conway.

Participants at this year’s Clubs and Socs week Socs Week cock-up from front page whether this could be the cause. “There was always going to be the double booking, and the resulting Guidance Counsellor Open Day,” she relocation. remarked. “This event takes place every According to O’Boyle, the conflict was year on the same day, and had been due to miscommunication between DIT booked some time in advance. bookings and Campbell Catering, the “This explanation of how two bookings company that manages the ground floor were made seems doubtful. Campbell café in Aungier Street, and the courtyard catering was providing services for area. The two events may have been the Open day, we had a breakfast for booked separately, the college booking the counsellors who had travelled a long way, space for the guidance counsellors, while and an informal lunch in the courtyard Campbell Catering marked down the was planned. It all surprises me.” Societies Fair for the same time. Campbell Catering was unavailable to This has been doubted by sources within comment on the issue. DIT administration. Melda Slattery, Head The President’s Office has also of Public Affairs within the Office to the emphasised that no money is directly paid President, was surprised to hear about to the college for the Counsellors Open the double booking and relocation when Day. Clubs and Socs week saw huge numbers turning out to sign up for what’s on offer in DIT this year contacted by The Edition, and doubted Alistair McConnell Freshers had a ball Ciarán D’Arcy Martin Guilfoyle kept the decks spinning to perform their own unique version of the as the crowds continued to stream in. globally-serialised Gangnam Style dance. The Wright Venue was once again Even the most diverse of tastes was Not content to deliver the bare transformed into a heaving mass of catered for as Jet Set Radio, Robert minimum, the former Celebrity Big purple as DIT’s assorted ranks of Delaney and DIT’s own Bamboo Party, Brother contestant went on to perform freshers descended upon the north who can now add the Freshers Ball to what his own tour manager described Dublin nightspot for this year’s their impressive array of gigs this year as one of his best ever encores, before Freshers Ball. including the Knockanstockan and giving DIT’s freshers a sneak peak at his The power of purple was well and Electric Picnic music festivals. upcoming single. truly in evidence as the college’s newest Excitement had reached fever when The event capped what was another recruits packed into Airside’s premier main event Basshunter eventually began hugely successful Freshers Week nightclub to witness mesmerising his highly-anticipated performance, and throughout all of the campuses, with sets from acts such as DJ Sash, King the ‘All I Ever Wanted’ singer gave more events ranging from burrito eating Kong Company and Swedish sensation than his money’s worth as his melodious competitions in Aungier Street to balloon Basshunter. club hits and extravagant lighting show bashes at Lafayette Café keeping the With tickets reasonably priced at €15, characterised a truly spectacular set. college’s newest entrants enthused during students began arriving early by the Ever the showman, the inimitable what was a hectic week for all involved. busload to take in what truly was an Scandanavian was, as DITSU’s Events With the freshers events now done electric atmosphere at Dublin’s biggest VP Will Meara put it, “gently persuading” and dusted, attention turns to the DIT freshers party, and they were kept well those who needed no persuasion to engage Halloween Ball on 25 October which entertained by DIT’s own DJ Soc. in a bit of crowd surfing, whilst also promises to be yet another captivating Spin 103.8’s self-professed mix master bringing some lucky female fans on stage spectacle all of its own. Cheap housing for Gaeilgeoirs, for fifth year in a row

Rachael O’Brien whilst speaking the language all the time few conditions. Irish must be spoken at all during the academic year. Applicants will times and scholarships of €1500 are not For the fifth year in a row DIT’s Irish also have to organise events and actively awarded until the end of semester one, so Language Student Residency Scheme is promote the Irish language around all of the language committee can assess your running once again. the DIT campuses. progress and use of Irish. The scheme itself was set up to promote The apartments themselves are located This ever so popular scheme is full the Irish language here in DIT. If you’re in the National College of Ireland meaning at the moment as only six students get looking for cheaper accommodation and the LUAS is right outside your door, chosen a year, with this year’s applicants willing to speak Irish all the time, then this you’re in the heart of Dublin and you’re coming from a range of backgrounds such scheme is for you. relatively close to college, whichever DIT as Journalism, Engineering, Business and Now I know the idea of speaking Irish campus you attend. Bio-Medical degrees. all the time can be daunting but if you’re Why should this appeal to students? However, anyone interested in taking interested in the language it is definitely While normal rental costs do apply (€2600 part in the scheme for 2013-2014, or taking worth it. per semester) successful applicants will part in any events run by the residents of Through this scheme, DIT offers students receive scholarships to help with the cost the scheme can contact [email protected] for Members of Cumann na Gaeilge at Socs week with Irish, a way to share accommodation, of accommodation. However there are a more information. THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 5 NEWS Eight DIT students for undergraduate awards

Alistair McConnell were eight DIT students. These submissions from 92 institutions were Awards highlights the strong role critical consideration. Deputy Editor included Vanessa Bergin (Business and entered into the 21 competition categories. thinking and transferable skills play in our Winners receive a medal of academic Economics), Bomao Huang (Computer The award is open to any paper of project programmes. excellence (this year presented by DIT students have received accolades Science and Information Technology) that receives a 2:1 grade, or above. “To be selected for commendation from President Michael D. Higgins), and across five categories in the 2012 and Karen Walsh (Life Sciences). In the Each of these categories had its own such a wide field of submissions will will have their work published in the Undergraduate Awards. The Engineering and Mechanical Sciences panel of international academics, which be very helpful to them in their future Undergraduate Journal. competition recognises exceptional category, DIT students Daniel Dixon and assessed each entry in order to find only careers.” The students are also invited to attend coursework completed in the final or Tuireann O’Neill received this special two overall winners - one international Professor Norton is also hoping that a student summit, held in Dublin, and penultimate year of an undergraduate mention. submission and one from the island of the news would encourage even more become members of the Undergraduate degree, and attracts entries from across It was in the Creative Arts category, Ireland. students to submit their work for next Award Alumni Network. the world. This year alone, students however, that DIT particularly excelled, Congratulating the eight students, year’s Awards. According to the UA Scheme, this from 64 different nationalities entered with three students, Margaret Byrne, President of DIT, Professor Brian Norton Registration for the 2013 Awards is network creates connections between their work. Darek Fortas, and Laura Moran, receiving said: “They are excellent ambassadors open now, and submissions will begin “some of Ireland’s most inspiring young Among the entrants whose work was recognition as ‘Highly Commended’. for DIT and the recognition they in December. Each entrant may submit individuals and entrepreneurs,” and also recognised as ‘Highly Commended’ In the 2012 competition, 2,890 achieved through the Undergraduate up to three pieces, with an abstract, for entails an annual, lavish, UA Alumni DIT Graduate up for James Dyson Award

Alistair McConnell the product throughout the competition. Deputy Editor After graduating, Ian is now on the look out for his next challenge; something that Ian Burnell, only months after he feels will be aided by getting to this completing his undergraduate degree stage in the Dyson Award: “It’s been great at DIT, has made it through to the semi- already. Getting the recognition has been finals of the James Dyson Award. His a big help.” He is now in the process of invention, the Enhanced Emergency obtaining a patent for the EEL Barrier. Lighting (EEL) Barrier, has been short- An international panel of designers and listed from over 500 entries worldwide, academics will decide on a final list of 15 with a brief of simply: “Design products, which will be announced on 18 something that solves a problem.” October. The concept behind the EEL Barrier, The final decision in the competition which provides portable, additional then lies with Dyson himself, who will lighting around accident sites, stems from choose one winner and two runners up on Ian’s time spent working with Dublin’s 8 November. Fire Brigade while studying Product With prize-money of €12,000 for the Design at DIT. winning entrant, as well as €12,000 for the “It was really a full year of work university department, there are sure to be altogether,” he says. “I spent some a few nerves when the next stage comes time working with the Fire Brigade and around. following their processes. There was a Ian is taking it in his stride, distracted problem with oncoming traffic at night somewhat by patents and job applications, time and in difficult areas, so the idea for but he must admit: “the months are starting the barrier came from that. Then I went on to drag at this stage!” to form part of my thesis around it.” The final award will be announced on Product Design graduate, Ian Burnell with his newly built, EEL Barrier light Dublin Fire Brigade has supported 8 November.

Cúinne na hÉireann Seosaimhín Ní Ghallachoir An bhfuil buntáiste ar bith leis an Ghaeilge? GLUAIS/ GLOSSARY an amhras ar bith tá ár teanga 1996 agus le deanaí tá 3% de mhargadh buntáiste iontach é ma tá Gaeilge líofa náisiúnta chomh tábhachtach Teilifís na hEireann ag an gcaineál teilifís. saibhir agat agus ní hé rud furasta é sin.” Gagus chomh riachtanach I D’fhás na meáin cloite Gaeilge trí na De réir Íte Ní Chionnaith tá méadú Riachtanach Necessary/essential latháir na huaire nach mar a bhí ar blianta fosta agus i 1996 foilsíodh an chead san méid daltaí atá ag staidear Gaeilge i riamh. nuachtan Gaeilge darbh ainm Foinse, agus gColáiste DIT. Dífhostaithe Unemployed Cuir san áireamh na méid daoine atá bhí sé ráite go raibh lucht léitheoireachta “Ní amhain go bhfuil an teanga dífhostaithe sa tír agus na scaifte daoine de 195,000 daoine acu. luachmhar san ionad oibre ach tá sé mar Buntáiste Advantage atá ag dul ar imirce go fóill. Ní rún é go “Taobh istigh de 40 bliain d’fhas agus pháirt dá n-oidhreacht náisiunta agus bhfuil an tír i staid uafásach anois agus d’fhorbhair tionscal na Méain Gaeilge agus scarann sé muid óna tíortha eile san Éileamh Demand samhlaíonn muid pictiúr gruama den anois tá dhíth ar moll mór iriseoirí Gaeilge, Eoraip,” a dúirt Íte. todhchaí. craoltóirí Gaeilge agus scríbhneóirí Dar le Frances Nic Géadaigh craoltóir Craoltóirí Broadcaster Ach, tá buntáiste mór ag cainteoirí Gaeilge,” a dúirt íte Ní Chionnaith. do Raidió na Gaeltachtach go bhfuil Gaeilge nuair atá siad ag cuardach post, go Creideann Pól O’ Gallachoir an Árd- deacrachtaí ag cainteoirí Gaeilge sna Lucht léitheoireachta Readership háirithe sna méain cumarsáide. Stiúrthóir de TG4 gurb é buntáiste mór méain cumarsáide freisin. De réir Íth Ní Chionnaith, leachtóir do dhuine ar bith atá eolas maith acu den “Thig leat Gaeilge a úsaid mar bhuntáiste Tionscal na Méain Media industry Gaeilge agus na Meáin Cumarsáide as teanga agus atá spéis acu ag obair sna i dtionscal na méain ach is oth liom a rá DIT, tá an t-éileamh iontach fá choinne méain. go bhfuil muid fágtha ina mionlach den Agallamh Interview cainteoirí Gaeilge sa tionscal na méain. “Ta sé riachtanach go bhfuil cumas agus daonra.” “Tá a léir mór postanna sna meáin eolas maith acu den teanga, baineann tú Tá Frances Nic Géadaigh ag obair I Tionscal iomíoch Competitive industry cumarsáide do cainteoirí Gaeilge, tá leas as nuair atá tú ag obair I dtimpeallacht RnaG thar 20 bliain agus baineann sí sult gnéithe difríochta ann freisin mar shampla ina labhráitear Gaeilge agus Béarla. as an bpost atá aicí. Luachmhar Valuable ag obair os comhair an cheamara agus Tugann an teanga seo bhfad níos mo “Tarlaíonn rud nua gach lá, cosúil le taobh thiar de, chraoltóirí, scríobhneoirí deiseanna dhuit, mar shampla thig leat agallamh spéisúil nó bíonn daoine éagsúla Ár n-oidhreacht Our national heritage agus srl. Caithfidh ard-chaighdeán Gaeilge agallamh a deanadh trí Ghaeilge agus níl ag glaoch isteach chuig an staisúin raidió a bheith acu má tá fonn ar dhuine a bheith deacrachtaí ar bith agat daoine a thuiscint.” ag gearán faoi rudaí amaideach.” náisiunta ag obair sna méain chumarsáide, trí Is as ceantar Gaoth Dobhair Pól O’ Molann Frances do aon duine atá súim Ghaeilge.” Gallchoir agus ceapadh é mar cheannaire acu obair fá choinne TG4, RnaG nó Meáin cumarsáide The media Laistigh de 40 bliain tháinig reabhlóid ar Raidió na Gaeltachta I 1994 agus ansin nuachtan Gaeilge gur cheart doibh “obair na méain Ghaeilge. Bunaíodh Raidió na ceapadh é mar Ard-Stiúrthóir TG4 sa chrua,” cuardach moll mór taithi sna méain Ina mionlach In the minority Gaeltachtach ar an 2lá d’Aibreán 1972. bhliain 2000. cumarsáide agus taitneamh a bhaint as Craoladh TG4 ar an 31ú lá de Samhain “Is tionscal iomíoch atá ann agus is an eachtra uilig mar tá ‘buzz’ agus craic 6 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 SCIENCE Irish students have highest amount of STIs in country, study finds This issue, the Student Shopper advises you on managing to enjoy the social side of life while living on a

e all remember the “birds few more facts; STIs are also growing and meet new people and we all want to internet and find these things out. If you and the bees” classes back throughout certain age groups, with have some fun and go a little crazy. But if don’t have a computer, go to your doctor. Win secondary school, sitting 20-29 year olds being the most affected. you’re going to spend your college years Can’t afford a doctor? No problem at all, there, awkwardly, cringing every This is due to frequently changing sexual going nuts and have decided to sleep DIT offer amazing health services on time your teacher would say the partners and is also affected by decisions You don’t“ around before the serious, boring years campus, with many services free or at a word “penis.” But it seems that those influenced by excessive consumption of ahead of you, at least be smart about it. In huge discounted price for students. They cringe worthy days didn’t exactly scar drugs and alcohol. even need a survey conducted in 2005, it was found have sexual health guidance and also offer everyone for life as we thought they The website, www.irishhealth.com tells that three in four Irish college students STI checks for only twenty euro, where would. With Sexually Transmitted us that one in five teenagers has an STI. were sexually active, and although the it usually costs over a hundred euro per Infections (STIs) rising amongst the Unprotected sex can lead to getting any to have sex majority used condoms, 3% chose to use person. Irish population, especially young type of STI, whether the sex is vaginal, no protection at all. It’s not the 1800’s anymore, people people, do we need better education or anal or even oral. It doesn’t matter how to catch The Irish Contraception & Crisis don’t care what you get up to, and no one just to open our ears? you do it, condoms are the only form Pregnancy study did some research in is judging you if you go for a checkup So let me give you a few scare factor of protection and even then, they don’t these; all you 2010, and 20% of 18-25 year olds did not or ask a question. In fact a lot of respect facts, STI cases have increased hugely, protect from every STI. Genital warts use contraception regularly in that year. should be shown for those who do, especially Chlamydia which has is among the highest type of infection There is no excuse anymore to be this because it means they respect their own increased by 700% in the last ten years. that young Irish people are affected by. need is skin age and still ignoring the facts that are bodies enough and are able to have some What’s the scary part? Chlamydia, which You don’t even need to have sex to catch quite literally being shoved in your face fun, without hurting themselves or others. can lead to infertility, is known as the these; all you need is skin contact. contact. on campus. The USI has launched SHAG DIT health services are open 9-1, and “silent infection” showing no symptoms, So if young college students are the week, and even a Roadshow that began 2-5pm during term time if you want to and around 80% of those infected with it most at risk, how did this happen? We all this year to educate students. If you aren’t pop in and get some more information on have no idea they even have it. know it’s exciting to be living away from being taught properly in secondary school STIs. Now that I have your attention, here a home, or being able to go out to clubs ” in preparation for college, go onto the MONEY

Student Shopper By Aislinn McCooey This issue, the Student Shopper advises you on managing to enjoy the social side of life while living on a tight budget.

So your new house is nicely furnished their ATM card. You will either lose it or in pubs and clubs can be very overpriced table/entry to the VIP section. Use your and you have a lifetime’s supply spend your entire grant within a week. even if they are so called “special offers”. connections well! (If you feel guilty you of toilet paper stashed away in the Not smart. Grab a few bottles a few mates and some can always repay them with something wardrobe. It’s time to look at going out. Set a budget for the night according to tunes and you’re sorted. you can get easily for little or no cost... Everyone has heard the stories about your weekly budget and only bring that Don’t drink. It’s not a popular one but like toilet roll) that person who has gone out, gotten out. And remember you will inevitably you’re not a leper if you choose to stay Go somewhere free. Lots of places ridiculously drunk and spent hundreds get food at the end of the night no matter sober. do free entry before a certain time. For of Euro buying drinks for everyone they what you say about being on a diet now so You remember all the gossip from the instance Workman’s club on the Quays meet. Don’t be that person: you’re a budget for that as well. night, you save money, don’t get an awful is free before 11 on a Wednesday. Yes it student even if you have the wealthiest You can train yourself to like anything, hangover and you can laugh at all the means you’re out a little earlier but saving parent or the best part-time job ever and so don’t whinge and say all you can drink stupid things your drunk friends are doing enough to buy your chips on the way can’t afford it (and yes you will require are expensive cocktails and fruit ciders and slag them about it forever. home is well worth it. food for the rest of the week; those free which are ridiculously overpriced. Cheap Get to know as many as people as Stay in. Have a house party, game noodles you got during fresher’s week beer or even just plain beer means you get possible that work in Ents, for promotions night, Fifa tournament, or chess marathon won’t last forever). Also please do more for your money. companies and in bars and clubs. Friends whatever floats your boat. Grab some remember to drink responsibly. Predrink. Even if there’s just a few of of these people often get discounted snacks and drinks and invite some friends Toilet paper can find a myriad of uses for your Firstly don’t be the idiot who brings out you it saves you so much money as drinks entry, free drink upon arrival or a free over and have a good time! house parties

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Five star cuisine Editor-in-Chief A new era of culinary excellence is about to hit DIT Aungier St. Luke Holohan talks to [email protected] Jarlath Moloney Deputy Editor new head chef, Eoin McKenna and gets the inside scoop [email protected] McConnell News Team ith the first semester well [email protected] Andrew Donovan under way, a new face that Colin Layde Wyou’re bound to get to know Lifestyle Team is that of Eoin McKenna, the new chef [email protected] Stephanie Quilligan at DIT Aungier Street. Starting off as a Victoria Kinsella kitchen porter while still at school, he Izzy O’Hara quickly became interested in cooking Culture Team and the creativity that comes with being [email protected] Shauna Irwin a professional chef. He studied at IT Greg Synnott Tallaght from 2004 to 2006, receiving a Sports Team culinary arts certificate, and returned [email protected] Danielle Stephens there two years ago to complete his full Darragh Mowlds time Bachelor degree in the same area. Chief Sub The Edition caught up with the new [email protected] Stephen Bourke chef to ask him a few questions about President of News Soc his profession, kitchen disasters and [email protected] Darragh Mowlds tomato ketchup. Photo Editor [email protected] Rhiagh Cleary What made you want to become a chef? Campus “Well, I’ve always been a hands-on Correspondent person and working as a chef allows me to channel my creativity. I also like the News on your campus? challenge of thinking on your feet. At a Then mail your nearest young age I began working as a kitchen Campus Correspondent: porter, eventually graduating to food preparation, and my interest just sort [email protected] of grew from there. It may sound a bit cheesy but I love the visual aspect of food [email protected] as well, each meal is almost like a blank canvas to work with.” [email protected]

Where did you work before [email protected] coming to DIT Aungier Street? [email protected] “I’ve worked for Aramark for about four years now. They are a company which [email protected] specialise in providing food services to workplaces and colleges like DIT. So before moving here last month, I was working for them in Dun Laoghaire at the Institute of Art, Design and Technology (IADT).”

Do you have any advice for Eoin McKenna pictured here with his choices. In my time at IADT we received aspiring chefs? “They’re not really gadgets, but I new cooking staff in Aungier St the award, so I’d like to get it again, this wouldn’t be able to work properly Photo: Luke Holohan time at DIT. At the moment I am still “I would advise anyone thinking of without my knives. I use a brand called finding my feet but I hope to focus my becoming a chef to consider what type of Victorinox, who also make Swiss Army attention on that in the New Year.” cook they want to be. Cooking is a broad knives. They are really good quality profession, and there are many areas you and comfortable to use. I’ve had them Who’s your favourite Chef? SEND can specialise in. It helps to have an area around ten years and they are still in mint you feel most comfortable in and then you condition.” “Hugh Fearnely Whittingstall. He seems can work on versatility from there. Also, like a down to earth guy and likes to keep I think it’s important to have some sort of What’s the most popular dish in things simple. I admire the fact that he IN YOUR qualification under your belt. My college DIT Aungier Street? And why do doesn’t go over the top with ingredients degree has really stood to me.” you think that is? and lets good quality produce speak for itself. Keith Floyd was also a great What do you love most about “Believe it or not, chicken and chips is character, bit of a head case. Sadly he LETTERS your job? really popular. Students have a budget so passed away a few years ago.” they tend to go for things that are a bit “I’d say the amount of creative input more cheap and cheerful. I was the exact What’s your favourite meal? I have into the job. I get to use my own same, it’s always nice to go for some AND ideas, flair and every day throws up new comfort food.” “Seabass with a cool red pepper challenges.” and mango salsa sauce is one of my What do you think of Ireland’s favourites. It’s a good meal, especially Do you have a favourite dish on diet and culinary skills? with a side of baby boiled potatoes and OPINIONS the DIT menu? maybe some asparagus.” “I believe we are very much “It would have to be the Honey mustard progressing. People are a lot more “ If money was no object what 3 bacon. We serve it with cabbage and some health conscious these days. Far more I wouldn’t course meal would you prepare champ potatoes. It’s quite old school but information regarding health and nutrition for students? E-MAIL it’s probably one of my favourites. That or is available than maybe a few years be able the lemon and thyme chicken.” ago, so I think we’re definitely seeing a “You’re putting me on the spot here. Editor@ positive development in the Irish diet. In to work Let me think. To start, I suppose I’d serve What has been your worst terms of culinary skilIs, it’s important a chargrilled tuna steak with a French kitchen disaster? to remember that some of the best chefs nicoise salad. As a main I would go for a Edition.ie around at the moment are Irish, so we’re properly rack of lamb with a herb crust, and maybe “One time I accidently put salt into a not bad cooks either.” a red wine jus and apple cider fondant. pastry mix instead of sugar. When I took without my To round it off, I’d incorporate some the pastries out of the oven everything Any plans for the canteen in Irish ingredients with a dessert made up looked grand, but when I tasted it I knew Aungier Street? knives. of brown bread soufflé and Guinness Ice something had gone terribly wrong. cream. What more could you want?” Luckily nobody else had to go through the “The staff and I are hopefully going to experience.” push for the happy heart award. It’s an The most important question for award given by the Irish Heart Foundation last. Heinz or Chef Ketchup? Are there any gadgets in the to workplaces, restaurants and colleges Kitchen you can’t live without? who strive to promote healthy food ” “It has to be Heinz all the way.” THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 9 LIFESTYLE

Out & About... Luke Holohan & Rhiagh Cleary ... on Kevin and Aungier St • While we know that the halls of DIT may be some way off the • handful of the dapper Dan’s and fashionistas on show, but be on • catwalks of Milan or Rome, it doesn’t mean the people wandering • the lookout during the year as you and your wardrobe could be • down them are no less fashionable. The campuses of DIT Aungier • just what we’re looking for. Thanks to everyone who took part • St. and Kevin St. are brimming with interesting and eclectic • and let us in on their style secrets. Here’s what we found when • styles, which made it such a difficult task when picking the cream • Lifestyle spent the day “papping” the most fashionable and • of DIT’s fashionable crop. Unfortunately we could only pick a • stylish students of DIT.

Who? Breheny Lowney Who? Susan Dunne, 21 Who? Nick Kelly Who? Niamh Tallon Where? Marketing in Aungier Street Where? Mathematical Science in Kevin Street Where? Visual merchandising in Aungier Where? Business Management in Street Aungier Street What? Breheny rocks the alternative What? H&M wool jumper, What? Nick is caught wearing a black leather What? Blazer from Penneys, Knitted look. Animal hat from Penny’s, jacket, brown chinos and a simple white t-shirt. tights, lace blue top and bow tied pumps Jacket from Dunnes stores, DC shoes from His clothes come from topman and urban from River Island. Niamh accessorizes He is caught here wearing a lumber-jack Schuh outfitters with a gold heart chain. jacket, Cotton trousers, And punk black t-shirt “All my clothes are from France” Why? “I dress to look sexy” Why? “Susan said she is going for an Why? “I like to dress in an Indie style.” He is Why? “I like to dress in a classy and “Individual” style. She likes things that are keeping a trendy balance between the military chic style.” “stylish and different but not too pricy.” and indie style. Nick wears leather wristbands and a slick belt to make his outfits complete. 10 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 LIFESTYLE

Brian working with Vilma at London The Fashion Week London Connection

Victoria Kinsella talks to DIT student, Brian Conway about working with world class designers at London Fashion week

ith Fashion week only to work with such an influential designer, happening twice a year Brian modestly replies that he applied like Win only the major fashion any other person. However, he considers that capitals of the world; New York, Paris, his love for fashion was obviously noticed London and Milan. from his previous work experience in the You can imagine the hype it brings, not 2010 DIT Fashion Show and being one of the only to fashion designers and guru’s with directors for the 2011 Vodafone DIT Fashion familiar names such as Paul Smith, John Show. Rocha, Mulberry, Victoria Beckham and Philip Tracey but photographers, models, Did you find that being a part of makeup artists, sponsors, bloggers, buyers the DIT Fashion Show helped you and many, many more all covered by Qwork in London Fashion Week? fashion Magazines such as Vogue. It is Would you go back to working Being in the company of such fine artists huge for anyone into fashion and who call Completely. I believe that with for JWA? Or would you like to was a great experience, something I can themselves fashionistas!! the DIT Fashion Show I matured Qexplore other designers out there? never forget. One character who is a familiar face to Aas a person because it felt I only got a taste of what it is DIT is Brian Conway. He is no stranger like a full time professional job, with like to work alongside such a What are the ‘fine artists’ like? to the Fashion World either, especially organising events but also making sure Arenowned designer, JWA and if considering last year he was one of the that everything was going smoothly and the opportunity arose I would be back in Q Directors of the Vodafone DIT Fashion that people were getting their jobs done. a flash. Show. Now studying Retail Management It also prepares you for working in the I can’t emphasise how much of an Everyone is so stylish and the in DIT Aungier street, he was lucky to real world. Both Fashion Shows had a amazing, surreal experience it was. overall atmosphere was incredible. get an internship working with a highly stress element but you learn to deal with Just being in the industry working AIts the ‘ WOW’ factor. No Body is regarded Irish designer, J.W Anderson, pressure and get the job done. alongside directors, stylists, designers, afraid to express themselves through their commonly known as Jonathan William photographers etc. style. Outrageous is embraced. In Dublin Anderson (JWA). The Irish Designer was What have you gained from “ I find people to be more conservative, for 18 when he started off working in BT’s working in London’s Fashion If the What did being backstage involve? example, if you were to wear something menswear department on Grafton St. Now QWeek? different you would get attention for the he is based in London after attending opportunity Q wrong reasons. ‘London College of Fashion’ and was showcasing his Spring/Summer 2013 Words can’t describe how much arose I would Absolute Chaos! What comes to What were the major challenges collection in London’s Fashion week I have gained working there, my mind and similar is the jungle! that you had to encounter? after just realising his much anticipated Athe atmosphere is incredible but be back in a AWith teams of make-up aritsts, Q TopShop line, available in stores since last I would say I have noticed I am a lot hairdressers,topmodels from the likes of You would be working over 15 month. more confident and ready to be out there flash. the ‘Elite’ you can imagine how croweded hours in one day. Plus with such We were lucky enough to catch up with following my dream, like JWA did. Also, and chaotic it can be. Aa big event you can imagine the Brian to get a glimpse at his experiences I would say I am more professional going However, I have to admit the perks were stress of it all. One aspect I did notice of working with such a highly regarded about things. I am able to deal with any brilliant. I got a free pass to the Somer Pet was that it was a cut throat business, if designer at London’s Fashion Week. situation that comes my way, both positive House, which is where all the designers you’re not willing to work hard you will When asked how he got the opportunity and negative.w ” and stylists go after the show. be replaced in a second. A million other

WANT TO WRITE FOR THE EDITION? Mail [email protected] THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 11 LIFESTYLE Just the advert, or is this product really worth the buy?! Izzy O’Hara exceeds it. On their website Rimmel Fashion Team claim it to be their biggest brush ever and they aren’t lying. After using it you there Whether you it takes you 5 or 45 really wouldn’t be much need for fake minutes to do your makeup, one thing eyelashes, it’s that good. With cheaper most girls will never forget to wear is mascaras you may need to put on an mascara. The effortless application of extra coat or two than you would with a just one coat can do wonders for tired better mascara that does the job in one or small eyes. go; but the problem there is that the better We are constantly being shown adverts mascaras tend to be more expensive. With of goddess like women, promising the shelf life of mascara being just three luscious locks just like theirs if we buy months spending nearly €30 every few a certain shampoo, only to find out in months may not be the most economical the small writing that hair extensions choice. along with an array of other hair products Benefits Bad Gal Lash to YSL’s Volume had been used. It’s no surprise most Effet Faux Cils, both great mascaras but of us assume it is the same with every for the fraction of the price Rimmel have other beauty product out there. With introduced a dupe. At just €8.65 it ensures foundations being shown on airbrushed you never run out of this makeup bag skin and mascara being shown over fake staple. eyelashes, which information can we Rimmel claim the volume and length really trust? your lashes get will start rumours, while it Rimmel’s new Scandal’ eyes mascara may not cause it scandal it will at the very surprisingly lives up to the hype of its least lengthen your lashes and leave you lash lengthening wand and if possible looking that bit more awake in the early Beach bag

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Day in the Life... by Izzy O’Hara

Jacki Moran, age 22, graduated in May What’s the most important 2012 with a BSc in Event Management, lesson you learned while you DIT Cathal Brugha Street were at college? I learned to just be myself, because being Job? someone else gets you nowhere. I think to I work as Meetings Planner/ Receptionist be accepted you have to accept the way for Croke Park Sports Stadium. you are yourself first. I also learned that I am somewhat of a What is a typical day in work party animal who has a true weakness of like? not being able to say NO to a night out. I My day would begin with welcoming think it's important to stay on the good side guests to Croke Park. I manage the of your lecturers. Be pleasant and nice, not reception desk and various reception for gaining better grades in assignments as areas which means there is never a dull that does not work. But they will always be moment. My role involves building strong there to help you with anything especially WANT TO relationships and constantly liaising with once they see what kind of person you are. corporate clients and internal departments. Plenty of multitasking and planning are Hopes for the future? required daily as I am in charge of things I have a love for travelling, having WRITE like managing stationery orders to booking done my J1 in New York and my 6 month all of the internal meetings. I also handle a internship abroad. mixture of queries on the phone, by email I will definitely travel in the next few and in person. years. I would eventually like to go back - and do a masters some day, but right now Is your job related to your I’m happy with what I’m doing. degree? What do you miss most about Is there anything you regret Yes. As I studied Event Management I student life and what are you doing/ not doing whilst you Any tips for final year students FASHION have found it has related in many areas, glad to be done with? were at college? or recent graduates? particularly in planning and booking the I miss not seeing my group of best Regrets? None. I feel as though I enjoyed Put the head down, it’s your last year so internal events. friends. I'm not too sad to see the back of my time at college to the best I could. I make it count! Work hard, play hard has - the partying during the week. I now live say now I would have liked to have joined always been my motto. How has life changed for you for the weekends as they say, so I still have more societies and become more involved Go with what you really want to do; even since leaving college? that. I feel much healthier having a routine in the everyday life of college e.g. hanging if it has nothing to do with your degree. I have a lot more responsibility now that and being up early in the mornings. I think around the S.U but if I was to go back I'd Don't hesitate in going forward with it. BEAUTY I have a full-time job. I am in charge of if I went into another year of college, my probably do everything the same. I did my Your degree will always be there. There's paying my own rent and bills as I don’t liver wouldn't be too happy with me! I also internship in Gran Canaria, and although I no point going into a job where you wake have the help I would have gotten from don't miss the late evenings in the library didn't gain the event experience I should up in the morning and can’t face going into having a grant. and all the assignments. Overall there are have, I still think it was an amazing work. It should be something you enjoy - It has taken some getting used to not certain things I miss but I know that I am experience and had an absolute ball with and take pleasure from. seeing my friends everyday in college now into a new exciting stage of my life the girls I went with, and the rest who although I try to retain as much of it as I where I'm meeting new people all the time, became my family over there. Everytime I Final years, best of luck! can by keeping in contact with them. things can only get better! think of it, it puts a smile on my face! NIGHTS- OUT Men Only - Winter wardrobe? What? FOOD Where manly men come for fashion tips for the season ahead. This week, Sean Fah works his non-metrosexual magic on his non-existent winter wardrobe - When I suggested the idea for this ??? article to my flat-mate, I explained that the back of a drawer wouldn’t exactly the only difference between my winter constitute the grand re-opening of my wardrobe and my summer wardrobe winter collection. is two pairs of shorts and some No doubt there are many males who do sunglasses. “I wear the same things all make a more conscious effort to create a year round,” I said. winter wardrobe, but it doesn’t seem to be “I wear the same thing every day” was a large proportion. Is it laziness? Or does his response, which, although being a the male fashion industry not go after E-MAIL different issue, confirmed that there was that concept? H&M, and others, seem to an element of truth to the notion that have brought out a range of big jumpers Lifestyle@ men’s fashion is at least ‘simpler’ than for men this winter, brightly coloured and Edition.ie women’s. cable knit. Beyond that there seems to As the cold weather began to set in over be scant difference with what was in the the last month, a female friend mentioned shops before. that she was looking forward to exiling This is by no means a complaint; her summer wardrobe to storage, and avoiding the winter/summer wardrobe breaking out the winter gear. She talked split saves me not only time but also a about “chunky” and “furry” things being lot of money. It has been suggested that more flattering, and how she was glad the idea of women necessarily having an to be putting away her “ugly” summer entirely different wardrobe for winter, in clothes until next April, if not later. terms of colours, materials, patterns and It was interesting in itself just how so on, has been artificially imposed by the glad she was to be getting into the colder fashion world. months, but the thing that really surprised If so, then men are certainly getting off me was this: why do I not have a winter lightly on this issue. Perhaps the male wardrobe to be cracking open? reputation as ‘lazy’ in the fashion world I have a coat, sure. But we live in brings some benefit. Ireland; I wore that coat most of the ‘summer’. The same goes for my woolly jumper. There’s a scarf around here A real man’s somewhere too, but fishing it out of winter wardrobe THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 13 CULTURE Music DIY up and comers The Yips

Shauna Irwin distinct sound of this group’s hard to define Cultural Editor genre. Talking about the launch plans, the “I’m still young, I can make some Dublin singer explained, “We have to get mistakes,” may be one of the opening a press package together, and we have to lines of their most popular song ‘neon write a bio. Nothing is really happening in eyes’, but fresh new band the Yips are the music industry, so it’s all DIY.” making no mistakes with the launch of “We got two gigs on Arthur’s day and we their first EP. got paid a good amount so we’re putting The band gripped a new fan base that towards promotion and maybe renting after they won the 98fm Brand New Act a venue.” competition in April of this year, and they Talking about the atmosphere on Arthur’s haven’t stirred from the spotlight since. day, she laughs “It was unsafe! There were Winning the title gave them the people everywhere. There was rubbish opportunity to record some of the songs for everywhere. But it was great, the gig was their extended play in Windmill Lane, as probably our best gig because we were well as attracting some much appreciated down in the basement of Sweeney’s. It was attention. packed. It was really good for energy.” “We wouldn’t have the recognition or be Whether singing the charismatic blues getting the gigs, or at least as many gigs as song ‘Happy Murder’ or rocking it out we have been getting,” lead singer Roisin with ‘Fast Song’, the ensemble are set to Doyle told us, referring to the success light the music industry ablaze with their brought about by winning the competition. unusual style in this EP. The EP, which Roisin hopes they can release before Christmas, will echo the You can find more on the Yips at http:// Unexpected heroes Army of Bandits - Arthur’s Day

Shauna Irwin Cultural Editor While the headline acts for Arthur’s Day consisted of many celebrated and distinguished acts, some of the hottest seats of the day were not at any headline events at all. All of those celebrating Arthur in Whelan’s were clamouring for a spot in the venue to see Mumford & Sons. However, a lot of them found that they were quite content in the front bar, listening to the experimental fusions of Army of Bandits. This band are no strangers to Whelan’s, Small town girls and played the iconic venue at their ease. Formed by singer/songwriter Duncan Power, they showed their creative twist while performing songs from their album, New Blues. Lead singer and guitarist Duncan led Heathers - The Acaemy the show with a simple “Thanks for Greg Synnott sang along with every track – clearly the coming out, happy Arthur’s Day”, which army of bandits Deputy Cultural Editor album has generated a fanbase already. was followed by two hours of their Six tracks into their set, which consisted underground sound. wwwJacebook.com/anny.bandits My first ever introduction to Heathers entirely of this new material, the girls They alternated between their more was some years ago, when they played decide to treat the audience by getting eminent songs like ‘Hardcase’ and ‘Do it a small scout den beside a garage in back to basics. With their drummer and all again’, before delving into some of the Greystones, one of their first ever gigs. guitarist stepping off stage, the girls more unorthodox songs from the album. They didn’t even get to play on stage; jump right into ‘Remember when’, a fan There were no disappointing time fillers there was a technical fault so they set favourite made clear from the roaring in the show; each song was banged out up against a different wall and played sing-along it brings out in the crowd. the same as the last, with good vocals to an audience that reacted in very ‘We Burn Bridges’ plays out beautifully and good instrumentals that produced an much the same fashion as tonight. from the piano, following two more tracks electric atmosphere in the packed venue. Taking to the stage shortly after nine, from their debut album, before the girls Unsurprisingly, however, for the late following on from openers Last Days of dive into an incredibly well received hour on Arthur’s Day, their audience Army of Bandits 1984 and The Raglans, Heathers looked version of Lana Del Rey’s ‘Summertime didn’t exactly fall silent in awe of the were a surprise treat confident, and happy. Almost surprised at Sadness’. band, with the chatting volume rising as for fans awaiting the size of the audience as they step into Heathers’s live sound is one that cannot the night went on. Mumfor and Sons the lights of a packed out Academy. be truly captured in an album; you must However, the performers joined in the in Whelan’s on Kingdom was only released recently, but witness it live, as much for their music as celebrations, drinking their pints of beer Arthur’s Day the crowd lapped up the performance and for the crowd’s energy. between songs. Cheers guys. 14 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 CULTURE Confident return Mumford and Sons - Babel

Joanne Armstrong

Following the massive success of their debut Sigh No More in 2009, UK folk rockers Mumford & Sons took to the road for almost three years, leaving fans desperate for a new album. The four-piece don’t disappoint with confident follow-up album, Babel, which is just out. Already the year’s fastest selling album in the UK and US, Babel is filled with the band’s trademark hushed vocal passages, Intriguing & unique followed by epic, crowd-pleasing choruses. This will appeal to existing fans but may not earn the band many new ones. Frontman Marcus Mumford’s voice Slow Skies is still as raw and honest as ever. The Greg Synnott But what makes Slow Skies stand out is soaring harmonies and banjo, mandolin Deputy Cultural Editor Sheridans’s intriguing and unique voice; and accordion lines that have come to it lulls you and takes you through the four define the band still create the same old- I first stumbled across Slow Skies when track EP making you wish it had not ended time-folk carnival feel that was evident in she opened for Sorcha Richardson so soon. Sigh No More. upstairs in Whelans a few weeks back, Carrying the EP, from the opening track, The album opens with punchy tracks and since that day she has become a Walk Me Home brings you into a safe ‘Whispers in the Dark’, ‘I Will Wait’, staple part of my musical diet. place with Across The Sea and takes it and the album’s namesake. These are the Slow Skies is the brainchild of Karen home with Oscar in melodic musical bliss. songs that will have stadiums singing Sheridan after meeting Conal Herron in A “good Ellie Goulding” is how she was along in months to come. From the very London, and this led to the recording and once described to me, three words that start of this album, Mumford & Sons’ production of what can only be described don’t do Sheridan or Slow Skies enough confidence shows – they know they’ve as the hauntingly beautiful ‘Silhouettes’. justice. made it. However, this is not the first time Slow Skies debut EP silhouettes is Delicate offerings ‘Holland Road’, Sheridan has enjoyed critical acclaim. available to order right now on their ‘Lovers Eyes’ and ‘Hopeless Wanderer’ She was part of the threesome ‘Kassette’ bandcamp. This is just one place where are powerful in their simplicity, and who enjoyed some success with their EP you can sample something unique on the Marcus gives the listener everything he ‘A Mixed Tape’.‘Silhouettes was recorded Irish scene right, but for a true taste of what has when he sings. Even if you’re not a Fans of the bands in a variety of sitting rooms in Dublin, Slow Skies really is, try to catch them live fan of the band, it’s hard to deny their first album will find Donegal and Wexford over the winter where Karen Sheridan rotates her backing incredible ability to tell a story with every much to delight at months in 2011 band based on her location. I only hope we song. their second offering The album blends folk pop melody “with hear more music of this quality soon. If you enjoyed Sigh No More, Babel strings, a harmonium, kitchen cabinet She recently dropped a video for ‘Walk will make you fall in love with the band percussion and soft guitars” weighing me home’ and has just come off playing all over again, but if their first offering somewhere “between folk and pop music” Hard Working Class Heroes, expect more didn’t appeal to you then, chances are, in the bands own words or should I say live sets around Dublin soon. Babel won’t either. Karen Sheridan’s. Lots of quality but lots of filler Hard Working Class Heroes

Greg Synnott The Meeting House Square just in front mouth, all was forgotten as the crowd lost Deputy Cultural Editor of the IFI in Temple bar was probably themselves in the music. Le Galaxie one of the best places to showcase of the Photo: Greg Synnott 100 bands, 6 venues, and 3 days are what best acts of the weekend. The cold did Kid Karate: make up the 10th anniversary of the Hard not appear to turn anyone away over the Kid Karate are one of those acts I knew Working Class Heroes Festival. weekend and was probably one of the more little about apart from one song introduced A festival dedicated to showcasing new interesting venues that allowed even those to me through a YouTube video and I and emerging music in Ireland as well as without tickets to get a glimpse of some had no idea what to expect. With their opportunity for musicians and fans alike of the weekends top acts which included debut album out in February, Kid Karate to sit in on panels with journalists, music Le Galaxie, Kid Karate, Croupier and The have plenty of material and in being executives, promoters etc and get some Strypes. joined on bass by Ian of Squarehead and real insight into how the music industry Tieranniesaur fame, the lads cemented works, how it is changing and what we can Le Galaxie: themselves as ones to watch in the future. expect to come about in the future. What can only be considered Ireland’s Heavy hitters all round. The entire weekend can be considered best addition to the electronic scene, Le a success with a strong line up of some Galaxie headline the Meeting House Honourable mentions for the weekend go of Irelands best emerging acts in some Square on Friday night with a packed in out to Wicklow based Croupier, Bouts, and of Ireland’s nicer, if not smaller venues, crowd keeping each other warm, before Le a Dark Horse. showcasing just how big Irelands Galaxie got everyone dancing that is. Their Although the weekend was packed with burgeoning music scene is. Everywhere hour long set was one to be remembered some fantastic live acts, It was not without was full, but not packed, a comfortable and firmly plants Le Galaxie as one of the its problems. Some of the acts were great, crowd to be in. best live acts to come out of Ireland. but there was a lot of filler to make over 100 The festival has grown in leaps and bands attend. And with only 10 minutes bounds every year as it has added more Slow Skies: between sets, bands never had ample time bands, venues and industry elements to the Karen Sheridans vocals are ones that are to set themselves up, giving every sound mix. to be admired and leave you wanting more. engineer a headache of problems. Some of the highlights of the weekend: Her set in the Workmans club was short, Hard Working Class Heroes has clearly and plagued by some basic tuning issues grown over the last 10 years and hopefully Meeting House Square: in the beginning but once she opened her will continue to do so. THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 15 CULTURE Movies BONUS BRUCIE Looper A corollary of this is that in order to retire, Loopers agree to be their own executioner. Thus, when an older Joe, played by Bruce Run Time 118 mins Willis arrives, he makes a daring escape and begins a desperate search by his younger self to correct this anomaly and spare his own life in the present. Alongside the two leads are Emily Blunt, Thomas Byrne as the younger Joe’s would-be love interest and guardian of a rather uncanny child named Cid, played by newcomer Pierce Set in a world about thirty years hence, Gagnon, and Jeff Daniels who gives a this film focusses on our anti-hero menacing performance as Joe’s boss and named Joe, played by Joseph Gordon- surrogate father, Abe. Levitt, who has grown disillusioned A lack of a distinctive aesthetic, and the with his career as a temporal hit man or obvious nature of the inevitable twist, are ‘Looper’. the only real issues that mar this otherwise It is a world not too dissimilar from our fine feature. own, more of a sideways reality in the vein Brashly proclaimed as “This decade’s of a Phildickian nightmare, in which a ‘The Matrix’” in some quarters, it’s really massive societal or economic collapse has more of a character piece and a meditation resulted in a dystopia. on redemption and the way in which we Since the advent of time travel in 2072 allow our personal mythologies to keep and its subsequent outlawing, criminals us in a state of bondage as prisoners of have taken to using it as a convenient determinism. Its focus lies on parent-child means of disposal, by sending targets relationships and how, in a Freudian sense, back through time to be eliminated by our early life experiences ultimately shape Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon-Levitt in action as ‘Loopers’ in Rian Johnson’s action flick individuals such as Joe. us and, indeed, the world we inhabit. SOUTH SIDERS from a loving and privileged south side up with each other. What Richard Did family. At the age of 18, he has everything Although not exactly unexpected when that could be expected and more; a it happens, the film really grabs your beautiful girlfriend, the admiration of attention with an almighty whollop, and Run Time 100 mins his peers, not to mention a well mapped you’ll know what I’m talking about when future ahead of him. He is almost worlds you hear it. away from the characters depicted in From there on in, it’s an exploration of Emma Watson Abrahamson’s earlier films; however, a Richards mind set and his reaction to what and jack critical error in judgement throws his life he has done. Abrahamson and his crew Reynor on set Luke Holohan and the lives of those around him into a have done a fantastic job of showing a tail spin. side to Dublin that we rarely get to see, In the beginning we get an insight into with some great shots of the city and the While Lenny Abrahamson’s previous Richard’s world, his friends, his family; surrounding areas. projects have tended to focus on his largely unremarkable yet desirable life. Jack Reynor as Richard is surely one characters based on the fringes The atmosphere is humorous, energetic to watch out for, while Roisin Murphy GIRL WHO LIVED of society (Adam and Paul 2004, with some great scenes showcasing the (Lara), Fionn Walton (Cian) and Sam Garage 2007), his latest film ‘What joys of being young. A scene in particular Keeley (Conor) all give very assured Richard did’ centres around Dublin’s which had the cinema in stitches was one performances. One person who very The Perks of Being a Wallflower upper middle class. It’s a subject showing a group of lads having a ‘deep, nearly steals the show from the young cast that has rarely been seen outside of meaningful conversation’ after a few is Danish actor, Lars Mikkelsen. Probably Ross O’Carroll Kelly books, but as drinks. best known for his role in The Killing, Run Time 103 mins of adolescent homosexuality. Abrahamson proves, it is one that can We’ve all been there, larking around Mikkelsen’s performance as Richard’s Starting off it seems that freshman provide a realistic and gripping story. with friends on the beach, hanging around father is very emotional and leaves you Charlie is the only one dependent on Based loosely on the book ‘Bad Day in house parties and having the craic in the crestfallen. their friendship as he struggles to get Blackrock’ by Kevin Power, and written local. That’s what’s great about this film, I heard a few grumblings about how the over his best friends suicide and the for the screen by Malcolm Campbell, the it draws you in. It’s familiar. It’s real. film ended with some saying it was too Shauna Irwin painful memory of his aunt (Melanie film follows a young, affluent and popular There is no over dramatics here, just a abrupt. I’ll follow Abrahamson’s lead and Culture al Editor Lynskey), but as the story spirals into its character Richard Karlsen (Jack Reynor). simple enough story carried out by a cast leave that decision up to you. I have no depth, the vulnerability his new saviours The up and coming rugby player hails that looks and feels as if they have grown problem, however, in advising you to find Fans of the Stephen Chbosky novel will also becomes apparent. Charlie’s role as not be disappointed with The Perks of Wallflower allows him to see their pain Being a Wallflower transferral onto the and together the downcast trio begin big screen. to help each other down the road to The bittersweet teenage drama stars adulthood. Logan Lerman as the shy but clever Director Chbosky transfers the themes Charlie, starting his first day of high of mental illness and the difficulties of school counting down the 1385 days he adolescence from his own book to the has to go. big screen perfectly with the help of a He is soon taken in by the witty gay well arranged soundtrack. The music Patrick played by Ezra Miller and his featured ranged from artists such as the step-sister Sam played by Emma Watson. Smiths to Galaxie 500. The central tune is Jack Reynor as The former Harry Potter actress proves David Bowie’s ‘Heroes’ is played in the Richard is surely she can act outside of Hogwarts as she moments of happier moments in the film, one to watch out plays the complex character and nails and represents the ‘in the moment’ hope for, while Roisin the American accent without flaw. The that becomes necessary to get by for the Murphy (Lara), Fionn show was stolen however by Ezra Miller. adolescents. Walton (Cian) and Miller’s very convincing portrayal of the Despite the serious undertones of Sam Keeley (Conor) witty and gay Patrick brings warmth and the Perks of Being a Wallflower, the all give very assured humour to the coming-of-age story, as sentiment you’re left with is empowering performances. well as inviting us in to see the adversities and hopeful. 16 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 201216 CULTURE WWW.RAWCONDITION.COM

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ALL DIT STUDENTS €289 FOR 12 MONTHS – OPTION TO FREEZE MEMBERSHIP - 7 SOUTH RICHMOND STREET, DUBLIN 2 THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 17 SPORT DIT Sports Windies victorious in Twenty20 Cup Final Bulletin Johnny Byrnes er of charismatic opener Chris Gayle. Shane Watson top scored in the tourna- Sri Lanka, with stalwart bowlers Malin- ment, with his 249 runs coming from Aus- Chris Gayle, West Indies West Indies capped off an overall im- ga and Mendis in their ranks, performed tralia’s six matches. The enigmatic West talisman throughout the tour- pressive T20 World Cup with a thrilling well in front of their home crowd during Indies captain Chris Gayle scored the most nament.. Snooker & Pool Club 36-run win over the hosts Sri Lanka in Co- the tournament. However, a fourth defeat sixes, freeing his arms to clear the rope on lombo to claim the title. in four finals must surely highlight a weak- no less than 16 occasions. On October 3rd the club held their first All-rounder Marlon Samuels smashed ness in their mind-set. Sri Lankan spinner Ajantha Mendis took tournament of the year. The competition six sixes in his innings of 78 to post what Ireland didn’t perform to their maximum the most wickets with 15, including the was held exclusively for new members seemed like a precarious score of 137-6. potential in their group, and were let down prize wicket of Gayle in the final. and freshers. However, Sri Lanka never capitalised on by their old foe, the weather, once again. The women’s T20 World Cup was held Some incredible new talent was shown the reachable total, and succumbed to the Their match with the West Indies was in tandem to the men’s, with the Austral- over the night and the winner of the tour- West Indies attack to fall for 101 all out. abandoned due to rain, and they were sub- ian ladies beating England by four runs in nament was Keiran Maguire, who didn’t This was Sri Lanka’s fourth defeat in four sequently knocked out for the second T20 a tight game. lose a frame all night. World Cup finals. World Cup in a row without finishing their The West Indies stole the limelight how- The night was a great success and the The tournament as a whole was well re- last game. ever with their deserved win. Their deter- perfect start to the year. The club will ceived, with exciting games from the group Other favourites for the title including mination and unity shone and was exem- continue to hold weekly tournaments on a stages to the very last match. Packed stadi- India, Australia and the holders England plified with their celebration, copying the Wednesday night at 6.20 in preparation for ums also showcased the enthusiasm fans in played well in spells, but came unstuck now infamous ‘Gangnam Style’ dance. the Snooker and Pool Inter-varsities which the sub-continent have for the game. when it mattered most. Shane Watson Their victory will be a breath of fresh air will be held in the next few months. Out of the original 12 teams, it was the starred for the Aussies with bat and ball, in what is already an enjoyable format of West Indies who triumphed, matching whilst England were left hamstrung with- the game. their athleticism in the field with their in- out their talisman Kevin Pietersen, who fectious laid-back attitude and the firepow- was dropped following disciplinary action.

At DIT, if you can dodge a wrench, you can dodge a ball The society will be training on Tuesdays in Larkin College from 7-9pm. They will also be taking part in tournaments of dif- ferent kinds (including Trampoline Dodge- ball) throughout the year. The first training is scheduled for 23rd of October and there will be free food vouch- ers to Nando’s restaurant given to the first 15 people.

DIT Triathlon Club The Triathlon Club is a new society on Karting Championships are off and running the block catering for athletes of all lev- els, from beginner to ironman and beyond! Stephen Noone erans and newcomers alike. Before racing who took the inside line with too much closely followed by Wesley Clare. Finish- It was set up in 2012 on the back of the got underway there was a display of con- speed were punished with a spin on the ing third after two unfortunate mechanical resounding success of the DITfit2go club The rain couldn’t dampen the excitement trol and agility by Guy Foster in his au- grass and a cheer from those watching. breakdowns in-front of him was Stephen Triathlon. at the first round of the Karting Champi- to-test mini and James Dalton took to the The weather although miserable at parts Noone who started in 9th. Last April members of the club travelled onship. track in his 125 Rotax Kart. did not dampen the racing spirit among However, their positions as committee to Nenagh, Co. Tipperary for the first tri- The eagerly anticipated round one of For this first round 44 drivers battled it some of the drivers. Racing was intense members mean they are eligible to win athlon of the year. the championship kicked off in Santry on out over 4 individual heats each, which at parts with the C final between Andrew the Championship but not the coveted 1st As well as keeping fit the Triathlon Club Thursday 4th, and from the get go it was culminated in 7 finals at the end of the “Fingers” McCormack and Dmitry Pav- prize race-day in the 125 rotax max. prepares athletes for the Inter-varsities bound to be a good one. night. lovich Firsov coming down to the very last It’s all to play for in the next round in event which will take place towards the With weather conditions deteriorating at With ever changing conditions through- corner. Andrew barely took the win over Kylemore on October 16th. See you all end of the academic year. around half five before racing, the track out the night, the middle hairpin of the the line. Finishing on maximum points there and in Bodkins after for another good was bound to be slippy and a test for vet- track played havoc with drivers as those and first in the A final was James Dalton, night’s racing. DIT Taekwondo Club Focusing on core fitness for the first few weeks, the club will also be running basic attack and defence drills to ease everyone back in. With the first grading of the year earmarked for mid-December, the tech- INTERESTED IN nique will soon follow. Inter-varsities will be held in C.I.T. (Cork) in February 2013, with college clubs like N.U.I.G, U.L, and U.C.D. at- SPORTS WRITING? tending. After Christmas they’ll be focus- ing on sparring and technique to ensure that DIT has a fighting chance. E-MAIL [email protected] The club have organised a friendly com- petition with N.U.I.G. for mid-November, to test the waters before the Inter-varsities next year. 18 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 SPORT European Ryder Cup team completes historic comeback Colin Layde and Poulter maintained his undefeated re- Deputy News Editor cord, with his victory over Webb Simpson. McIlroy, who had largely underwhelmed at Medinah, recaptured his form to dispatch Davis Love III’s American side dominated the in-form American 2&1. Ryder Cup the first two days, roared on by a partisan stalwarts, Westwood and Sergio Garcia, and raucous home crowd. Love’s decision each recorded victories to give Europe the to pair Ryder Cup rookie, Keegan Brad- lead. ley with Phil Mickelson proved inspired; Following Jason Duffner’s victory over the duo won all three of their matches, Peter Hanson, the match was poised at including a 7&6 drubbing of Lee West- 13-13, with only two matches remaining wood and Luke Donald. Prior to Medinah, on the course. In the penultimate match, Mickelson possessed a dreadful record in Martin Kaymer defeated Steve Stricker the competition, accumulating more losses on the 18th hole, to ensure Europe would than any American in the event’s history. retain the trophy. Woods then inexplicably In contrast to the all-conquering Mick- missed from five feet on the same hole, to elson and Bradley pairing, Tiger Woods hand Italian Francesco Molinari an unlike- lost all three of his matches alongside ly half point and Olazábal’s team victory. Steve Stricker. The 14-times major cham- The triumph represents the biggest come- pion once again failed to deliver at golf’s back in the event, since the United States showcase event, despite having his best overturned a 10-6 deficit at Brookline season since details of his marital “trans- in 1999. That match was marred by the gressions” emerged. Even with the former American team’s invasion of the green, world number one’s poor form, the Amer- during Olazábal’s match against Justin icans entered Sunday holding a 10-6 lead. Francesco Molinari celebrates on the 18th green, as Europe comlpete a four-point turnaround to retain the Ryder Cup at Medinah Leonard. Alongside the final green, the Ian Poulter gave the Europeans faint European captain’s thoughts turned to his hope, recording five consecutive birdies man appears to thrive under the unique appeared no more than a remote possibility on Sunday, in an effort to quickly reduce close friend and compatriot Seve, who died to salvage a point alongside Rory McIlroy pressure the competition creates, marking going into Sunday’s singles matches. the arrears and heap pressure on the Amer- from a brain tumour last year. “I think he on Saturday evening. Much like the late himself out as a likely future captain. De- European captain- José María Olazábal icans. The triumvirate all won their match- is proud”. Seve Ballesteros, the extravagant English- spite Poulter’s heroics, a European victory sent Poulter, Donald and McIlroy out first es. McIlroy handed Bradley his first defeat A chance to test yourself with the DIT Triathlon team

Donal McGoldrick Triathlon is a multisport event consisting athlon of the year. For the majority it was of Swimming, Cycling and Running. It is their first triathlon (and not their last!) It DIT Triathlon Club is a new club on the a great way to keep fit throughout college was a great event and although there were block catering for athletes of all levels, and a great way to meet others who have a few tired legs everybody came out want- from beginner to ironman and beyond! caught the Triathlon bug. As well as keep- ing more. It was set up in 2012 on the back of the ing fit there is also the intervarisites event If anybody is looking for more info or resounding success of the DITfit2go club which takes place towards the end of the wants to join up, find the club on facebook Triathlon. The DIT Triathlon club aims to academic year. It is a brilliant test of phys- or drop them an email at: bring together those who want to challenge ical and mental strength while also setting [email protected] DLR Community 5K Run themselves more than they ever have be- you up for the summer season ahead. fore and push their bodies and minds fur- Last April members of the club travelled Darragh Mowlds children are allowed to participate free of ther than they ever believed they could. to Nenagh, Co. Tipperary for the first tri- Deputy Sports Editor charge. Participants are also encouraged to run for their favourite local charities and The 4th annual Dún Laoghaire Rath- anyone who has a flamboyant costume is down (dlr) Community 5K will take place urged to turn up in it on the day. Accord- this Saturday the 13th of October in Kil- ing to organisers, people “hopping in fancy bogget Park, Ballybrack at 2pm. dress” are very welcome. The run was launched to have an event in For their efforts, runners, walkers and which all members of the local community crawlers will receive a goody bag, medal could participate. Not only that but it also and a t-shirt at the event. Refreshments is a great way to encourage fitness and gen- will also be handed out to keep everyone eral activity in the local area. going. People of all ages and fitness levels are This event kicks off ‘Social Inclusion encouraged to participate in the race. The Week” for the council with other events event is being organised by the dlr’s Sports including book festivals, five a side soccer Partnership in conjunction with the Coun- tournaments, children’s music classes and cil itself, the HSE and local athletic and health awareness meetings. football clubs. According to Council Cathaoirleach Tom The age-old excuse for mammies saying Joyce, these events “highlight the excellent “Oh I can’t do that, I have the buggy with work being undertaken to eliminate disad- me” doesn’t apply here with buggies being vantage and improve the quality of life for more than welcome in the race allowing all residents of our county.” every member of the community to be in- The idea behind the scheme is to raise volved. awareness about local issues such as pov- The organisers of the event are keen to erty and age awareness in order to combat highlight the importance of fitness and these problems within the local communi- health to the local community. They see ty. Encouraging people to participate in this event as a way to promote sport as a sport is strongly linked with the overall fun idea for the whole family and hope that aims of the scheme. this event will encourage people to become For any charitable DIT students out more active. there, you can still register on their website The entry fee for the race is five euro but dlrsportspartnership.ie. THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012 www.edition.ie 19 SPORT Sports SARI: more needs to be Bulletin done to stop racism in sport John Joe Goes Pro Danielle Stephens entitled to play for both the Libyan and Sports Editor Tunisian national teams but he wanted On Brendan O’Connor’s Saturday Night to represent Ireland. Despite this, he was Show Olympic silver medallist John Joe Recent events involving a Premiership subjected to discrimination throughout Nevin confirmed he is joining the profes- club captain have reminded the world that his career. sional ranks. racism is still a prevalent issue in today’s Mr McCue pointed out that when St. The 23-year-old Mullingar native had society. Sport Against Racism Ireland Patricks Athletic were fined €200 for considered going for gold at a third Olym- (SARI) is an organisation that was set up the abuse shown by their fans towards pics in Rio de Janeiro, but has instead cho- in 1997 to support and promote social in- Zayed, the money was collected by do- sen a future in the paid ranks. clusion and positive integration through ing a quick whip-around in the local Nevin has also chosen to link up with sport. Ken McCue, one of the co-founders pub. Ultimately, this wasn’t an adequate British boxer Amir Khan and his newly of the organisation isn’t convinced that result and the Irish League lost a good formed promotional company Super Fight racism is disappearing. He believes that footballer due to racism. Promotions, who announced Nevin’s de- the John Terry case only highlights this SARI place a lot of the blame on the but in Manchester on January 19. worrying possibility. FAI, who they say isn’t doing enough to In talking about his decision to link up Terry, the captain of Chelsea Football combat the problem. According to Mr with Khan, Nevin said “he himself was an Club, was recently given a four match McCue, the FAI is given money by the Olympic medallist so he has gone through ban and fined £220,000 after the F.A Government to train referees and offi- the transition from amateur to profession- found him guilty of “using abusive lan- cials the appropriate way to deal with al.” guage” towards QPR’s Anton Ferdi- situations involving racism. Yet, Mr Khan an Olympic silver medallist from nand. Ironically, only two months prior, McCue still hasn’t come across a ref- 2004 appears to be the perfect choice in the former England captain was found eree who has been trained for such in- guiding Nevin towards the world title he not guilty of similar charges in the West- cidences. This is a handy little loophole desires. minster magistrate’s court. used to get out of having to investigate Comments made by his former man- complaints. The FAI isn’t required to ager, Jose Mourinho, suggested that the examine complaints made if the incident centre back had a racist moment but doesn’t feature in the referee’s report. was somehow not a racist. Mr McCue As Ken puts it, if it isn’t in the report it Vettel cuts gap at top doesn’t agree with this sentiment. “Once didn’t happen. a racist always a racist, until you find a An example of this came about dur- way to overcome your intolerance.” ing a match between Bohemians F.C Sebastien Vettel took maximum points SARI doesn’t give up on anyone but and Shamrock Rovers F.C. aired live on in Japan and in the process cut Fernando it is up to the individual to want to be TG4. Even though it was clearly audible Alonso’s championship lead to four points. open-minded. that the Shamrock Rovers crowd were The Red Bull driver’s second win in a Ken would like to to see all clubs fol- making monkey grunts towards Bohe- row moved him to within striking distance low the example of Barcelona F.C. The mians’ player Joe Ndo, the FAI stated of Alonso who crashed out on the first cor- case of footballer David Villa saw the that it never happened because it didn’t ner. striker sign a contract which included a appear in the referee’s report. Lewis Hamilton, who has dominated the never-before-seen “anti-discrimination” Unfortunately, the problem of discrim- headlines recently after announcing his clause. The Spanish club have since ination doesn’t solely lie in football and John Terry, who has been found guilty of using “abusive language” by the FA. move from McLaren to Mercedes for next promised to add the clause into all fu- it isn’t isolated to the problem of racism. Picture: Wikicommons, Ilya Khokhlov. season, endured a slow start to the race ture contracts of players signing for the Sectarianism, homophobia, sexism etc. eventually coming home in 5th. side. Mr McCue sees this as a positive are also a feature of Irish society, even and learn about them. could hold more grain so they were con- Vettel’s 3rd win in four at the Suzuka cir- step to warning all players that discrim- if they aren’t reported on as frequently. People misuse terms every day because sidered smarter than the Negros. The cuit came easier than expected with several ination of any kind will not be tolerated. SARI cross 64 different sports includ- history created them and no one is both- Nazi’s went one step further in creating likely challengers crashing out in a chaotic Racism is seen regularly on the soc- ing sports such as Archery, Angling and ering to educate people otherwise. Mis- races such as the “Ayran” race and con- first lap. cer pitch because it is the most popular Fencing- all of which see various inci- used terms include “bi-racial”, “mixed verting a religion such as Judaism into a Once the debris was removed Vettel was sport in the world. In August, Manches- dences of discrimination. race” and “multi-racial” which are all race that had to be destroyed. clear to cruise to victory. However, team- ter City defender Gael Clichy claimed Ken McCue is adamant that education anthropologically incorrect according to Whatever angle you take on the dis- mate Mark Webber was not so lucky, fail- that a banana was thrown onto the pitch is the way forward in dealing with the Mr McCue. “There is only one race and cussion, racism is still very much around ing to avoid the first lap carnage finished during a friendly with Limerick F.C. issue of discrimination. “The idea at the that is the human race”. Different races today. Many think that it’s slowly phas- 22nd having started 2nd. The International Officer at SARI moment in Irish schools is to assimilate came from churches in America needing ing out. However, the very existence of After reigniting the title race in Japan, thinks that racial abuse was one of the not integrate”. Instead of singling out to find a way to justify slavery. In clas- Sport Against Racism Ireland, and the Sebastian Vettel will be hoping for three main reasons that former Derry City people with different heritages and tra- sifying people they used skulls from a recent antics of supposed “professional” wins in a row next week as F1 stays in Asia footballer- Éamon Zayed left Ireland to ditions, schools should be teaching chil- Caucasian and a Negroid example and footballers, simply goes to show that, for the Korean Grand Prix. play for Persopolis F.C in Iran. He was dren from a young age to embrace them filled it with grain. The Caucasian skull unfortunately, that’s not the case.

Leinster edge towards form against Munster Trap calls up Brady

Darragh Mowlds up by scoring a brilliant try in the 52nd Manchester United winger Robbie Brady Deputy Sports Editor Donnacha Ryan offloads minute. After that play, Damian Varlay has being drafted into the Republic of Ire- under pressure went to the sin bin; something which many land squad for the injured Kevin Doyle. Leinster ran out unconvincing winners people felt could have allowed Leinster to The 20-year-old midfielder who had an over a resilient Munster side in an enter- run riot in the game. However, that wasn’t impressive debut against Oman last month taining match in the Aviva Stadium, the how it turned out. will link up with the squad ahead of World game finishing 30-21. Brian O’Driscoll joined a growing injury Cup Qualifiers against Germany and the The home side had the perfect start when list when he limped off in the 63rd minute. Faroe Islands. Richardt Strauss crept over the try line and The young winger- Andrew Conway was Brady ,who was on the standby list, was just about grounded the ball in the 4th min- stretchered off a few minutes later to give called upon by Giovanni Trapattoni after a ute. Munster needed a quick response and Joe Schmidt a real headache going into scan on Doyle’s thigh by his club Wolves just two minutes later, Peter O’Mahony their opening match in the Heineken cup ruled him out. completed what was a very well worked against Exeter Chiefs. Like Brady, Sunderland midfielder Da- move from Munster. Conor Murray added some real fire to the vid Meyler will also link up with the Irish It was a story of the place kickers for occasion in the 67th minute going over for squad after receiving a late call-up on Fri- much of this match, with O’Gara and Sex- a try. That turned out to be the last score day. ton both having a good, if imperfect day. of the game with Leinster hanging on until At this point I have to bring up the condi- be fixed before the Autumn Internationals. the kickers to add to the scoreboard. Lein- the final whistle. tion of the pitch which kept cutting up un- Some excellent work from Eoin Reddan ster went into the break with a slight ad- It was an entertaining game in the Aviva derfoot; Sexton had to fix the turf on sever- allowed Ian Madigan to side-step Casey vantage of 20-14. Stadium. On balance, Leinster probably al occasions in order to take his kicks. This Laulala’s challenge to get a try in the 21st Despite increasing pressure from Mun- deserved to win but Munster will be disap- really isn’t good enough in our national minute to put some daylight between the ster, Brian O’Driscoll once again stepped pointed that they came away with nothing. stadium and the problem certainly needs to two sides. Errors from both sides allowed 20 www.edition.ie THE EDITION Wednesday October 10 2012

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Racism and Sport Rugby Review p19 Willie O’Dwyer has high hopes for the future of DIT college hurling

Stephen Conaty Corks, Limericks and DCUs of this world. “In these places players are socialising DIT has always boasted some big names with each other day in and day out on within its GAA ranks, but Kilkenny man campus, building team camaraderie, and Willy O’Dwyer is surely up there with the DIT players might see each other once a biggest.. week in training for a few months of the An integral member of the 2007 Fitzgib- year. The fact we have so many campuses bon Cup side, he believes hard work and spread across a large area puts us at an ob- determination paid off as DIT enjoyed its vious disadvantage. most successful year ever in Senior Col- “With the move to Grangegorman, hope- lege Hurling. fully some of this will be rectified. DIT “I suppose we’re always at a disadvan- has never been short on talent, and on a tage when it comes to GAA,” he says. more even playing field there can only be Having previously hurled for Waterford progress.” IT, the 5 time Senior All-Ireland medal Indeed that 2007 team was packed with winner knows how Dublin teams, in par- an array of talented hurlers, many of whom ticular, struggle to compete with the South- have gone on to great things with their ern based colleges. counties, and none more so than O’Dwyer “You look at the focus there is on hurling himself. At the tender age of 28, he has elsewhere, particularly down south, where had an illustrious career, boasting minor, lads are raised on hurling,” he tells The under-21, county, provincial and All-Ire- Edition. land success. “I was lucky enough to be part of a great Kilkenny hurling has been kind to set up in 2007, when a major focus on O’Dwyer, but by 2010 he found himself hurling in Dublin became very apparent plying his trade in the football stronghold in terms of funding and general interest. of Kerry rather than the hurling haven of A great group of young lads were coming his native county. through, and fortunately we benefited from “It was great to see the lads lift Liam Mc- Transfers such as Willy’s have always to move up. to end up, so it’s the most important.” that.” Carthy again this year. Obviously I would been a major issue for the GAA, with Se- “I don’t know Seanie’s motives but it With plenty left in the old dog yet, who But there has been a notable lack of love to be back there doing it with them but anie Johnson’s dramatic move from Cavan does seem to draw more attention when a knows what the future holds for Willy progress since 2007’s semi-final appear- I live and work down here in Kerry,” the to Kildare attracting significant controver- player goes up rather than down. In my O’Dwyer. One thing is certain though - he ance. Not just in hurling, but in football Mulinavat man explains. sy and rumour within the organisation. It own case others are now driving the Kilk- will be shouting on our lads come Febru- also. O’Dwyer believes the logistics of the “It’s obviously at a lower level but I love has raised the question of why it seems enny team. I’m happy to play away in ary in the first round of 2013’s Fitzgibbon college go some way to explaining why my hurling and I’m still playing away at OK for players to move down a level, as in Kerry, but the end of the day, your club is Cup. DIT consistently fails to contend with the home for the club.” Willy’s case, yet unacceptable for players where you started and where you’re going Coming up this week in your sporting calendar

Cathal Kearney shorn of Damian Duff and Shay Given be contested. Arsenal and Man City respectively. (TH Metro in Paris. The province have had due to retirement, whilst Richard Dunne Tottenham will look to build on their – CHEL, LIVE SKYSPORTS2; SUN- their critics over the past few seasons and The Ryder Cup and All-Ireland Finals misses out due to injury. It’s safe to say recent defeat of Manchester United with NEW, LIVE SKYSPORTS1) will be hoping new coach Rob Penney can have concluded recently, but there’s good then that preparations for the game have a victory against London rivals Chelsea, Rugby- The Heineken Cup returns get the best out of fading Irish interna- news for sports junkies out there – the ac- been dealt a blow. who inw turn will face Spurs having de- next weekend, with reigning champions tionals such as Ronan o’ Gara, Paul O’ tion hasn’t finished just yet. Here’s a look Germany will be without diminutive feated Arsenal at the Emirates recently. Leinster opening the defence of their title Connell and Donncha O’ Callaghan. at the sporting calendar for the fortnight captain Phillip Lahm and midfield enforc- Up north and the Tyne-Wear derby will against Premiership side Exeter in Pool 5. Connacht will travel to Italy to face new ahead: er Bastian Schweinsteiger on the night, as always be fiercely contested between After finishing with runners up medals boys Zebre in their Pool 3 encounter fresh Soccer- Giovanni Trapattoni’s Republic but such is the depth of Joachim Low’s Newcastle and Sunderland, with the latter in last season’s campaign, Ulster will be from the news that coach Eric Elwood is of Ireland side face Group C favourites squad that his absence will unlikely be playing host at the Stadium of Light. hoping to go one step better this season to set down at the end of the season and Germany at the Aviva Stadium on Friday felt. (LIVE, RTÉ2) Liverpool will face Reading at Anfield and will face French side Castres in their will therefore be looking to give their 12thOctober in what will be a real test for With internationals taking place next and Manchester United will welcome Pool 4 opener in Ravenhill. coach a successful final season in charge. Trap’s men. weekend, the Premier League will return Stoke to Old Trafford, whilst there are Munster will kick off Pool 1 with a (LEINSTER, ULSTER, MUNSTER – Since the Euros the side have been the following week when two derbies will away trips to Norwich and West Brom for tricky away tie with French side Racing SKY LIVE).