Students Heard Podcast

We delve into the exciting world of sustainability with current music student, Andrew Ryan. In this episode, Andrew shares insights about the upcoming Sustainability in the Arts Festival 2024, an event open to all staff and students at SETU.

Happening across three campuses on Wednesday, April 10th, and Thursday, April 11th, this festival aims to spread awareness about the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promote a collaborative approach to sustainability. From reducing inequality to promoting quality education, the festival explores sustainability across all aspects of life.

Discover how you can make a difference by addressing the SDGs beyond traditional environmental efforts. Whether it's advocating for gender equality, supporting community outreach programs, or engaging in responsible consumption habits, there are countless ways for students and staff to contribute to a more sustainable future.

Don't miss out on this empowering conversation! Tune in to our podcast episode and learn more about the Sustainability in the Arts Festival 2024. Together, let's create a better world for all.

Information and Dates for the Festival can be found here - https://www.setu.ie/events/sustainability-in-the-arts-festival

In this episode we sit down with Michelle, a mature student at SETU, to explore the realities of managing college life while juggling various responsibilities. Michelle shares her personal journey and offers valuable insights into how clear communication with lecturers and access to support services have helped her navigate the challenges of pursuing education as a mature student.

Tune in to hear Michelle's inspiring story and discover practical tips for succeeding in college at your own pace. Whether you're a prospective mature student, a current college student, or an educator seeking to better understand student experiences, this episode offers valuable perspectives and encouragement for anyone on the academic journey.

Don't miss out on this empowering conversation – hit play now and join us as we celebrate the resilience and determination of students like Michelle!

Welcome to the Students Heard Podcast! In this special episode, we're tackling a topic that affects many students: social anxiety. Join us as we dive into a conversation about what social anxiety is, how it differs from generalized anxiety, and most importantly, how to effectively cope with it. Our guest, Ann Marie Quigley, shares insights into an upcoming support group for students dealing with social anxiety, hosted by Stefan from the Student Counselling team. Together, we explore strategies for creating a safe and supportive space, where students can learn skills to reduce social anxiety and connect with others facing similar challenges. If you or someone you know experiences social anxiety, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now and let's support each other on our journey toward mental well-being

This week, we're thrilled to have Angela Collins from the careers center join us to shed light on the most burning questions about kickstarting your professional journey. From crafting a standout CV to understanding what truly catches an employer's eye, Angela delivers invaluable advice for making yourself more desirable to potential employers. Whether you're just beginning to ponder your career path or you're on the brink of diving into the job market, Angela's insights will guide you towards making informed, confident choices about your future. Tune in to discover how to align your aspirations with the realities of the job world and step into your career with assurance. Listen now, and take the first step towards a future you're excited about!

In this week’s episode, I spoke with Dr Rebecca Power, Senior Project Officer of the EU-CONEXUS Career Network work package at SETU. In our conversation, Rebecca outlines the many ways EU-CONEXUS can help you build skills and knowledge, grow your network, gain new experiences, and avail of job and internship opportunities from international organisations.

EU-CONEXUS European University is a 9-university alliance and SETU is a partner along with La Rochelle University, France; Catholic University of Valencia, Spain; University of Zadar, Croatia; Agricultural University of Athens, Greece; Frederick University, Cyprus; Technical University of Civil Engineering Bucharest, Romania; Klaipeda University, Lithuania and University of Rostock, Germany. EU-CONEXUS aims to address global and local challenges by tackling environmental, technical, economic and societal needs related to the broad topic of ‘Smart Urban Coastal Sustainability'. SETU students and staff can benefit from EU-CONEXUS through education and research opportunities, cultural and artistic activities, innovation contests, the ambassador programme, and many more events and opportunities.

Importantly however, EU-CONEXUS is open to students of all disciplines (e.g., architecture, tourism, business). Learn more about EU-CONEXUS opportunities and events. Find and follow EU-CONEXUS on social media using @eu_conexus

Welcome to the latest episode of the Students Heard Podcast, where we dive into the dynamic world of sports and societies at our campus. Whether you're a experienced athlete or a newbie, there's a spot for you in our wide variety of sports clubs and societies.

In this episode, we discuss how easy it is to sign up, the countless

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In this episode we are talking about all things assessments and highlighting the student experience of preparing for their assessments. Both Aoife and Emma are two business students and also Senior Mentors on the P2P Programme. As part of this role, they prepared a presentation entitled ‘How To Get Through College’ and delivered it to first year students.

They have taken the time today to join us to talk about all things assessments whether that be studying for exams, completing assignments, or prepping for presentations. Hopefully this episode has something you can take from it that helps you achieve your academic goals this assessment period. It’s important to note though that this is what worked for Aoife and Emma and there are many different techniques you can use to help you complete your assessments. It's about finding out what works for you.

Join Martin as he takes you through his fascinating Erasmus journey as a Danish student on Waterford's Campus of SETU. In this episode, Martin delves into the educational differences between Denmark and Ireland, sharing his motivation behind joining the Erasmus program.

Even as an introverted individual, Martin is finding the Erasmus Programme to be a transformative experience that is enabling him to break out of his shell, make new connections, explore new horizons, and enhance his English language. If you're curious about the Erasmus program and the experiences it offers, this episode is a must-listen.

Don't miss out on this inspiring experience.

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In this episode we are joined by a student who is a member of the Travelling Community. This is student has had many barriers in accessing education. We talk about how her educational journey has not been linear and how she has had to overcome obstacles to obtain an education. This student received support from organisations both within the college and outside in accessing her own education.

We hope this students story shines a light on how education should not be taken for granted, that it's okay to take a break from education and how support services can help you too obtain an education.

Reach out to us on Instagram @SLL.SETU if you have an educational story you want to share within SETU.