Careers and Education News
Contributor on 20 October 2021
Irish student flying the flag at Farmers Weekly Awards
John Halton was studying in England when he was nominated for the Farmers Weekly Awards recently. Now back home, he speaks to Fiona Alston about his education and his growing TikTok audience.
Contributor on 13 October 2021
Hotel chain to tackle chef staff shortage
Hospitality company The Talbot Collection is introducing a new training programme for chefs to encourage more people into the sector and reduce the countrywide chef deficit, writes Fiona Alston
Contributor on 13 October 2021
Laurence Shalloo talks about his career from low points to high honours
From discovering a passion for studying at third-level to his current role at Teagasc Moorepark and to being awarded an ASA Fellowship, Laurence Shalloo recalls his career with Fiona Alston.
Contributor on 6 October 2021
JAM cards breaking down communication barriers in colleges
Colleges are working to become more inclusive. The introduction of JAM cards are one of the ways to encourage diversity and inclusion on-campus, writes Fiona Alston.
Contributor on 6 October 2021
Steps to sucess: self employed farmers and the elusive work-life balance
Careers columnist Caroline Murphy discusses the idea of a work-life balance when you're farming or self-employed - is it even possible?
Contributor on 6 October 2021
The Leaving Cert year: stress for both students and parents
There is no denying the stress that comes as part and parcel with the Leaving Cert year. Helen Dillon is on hand to help both students and their parents to cope with the pressure it brings, writes Fiona Alston.
Ilka Denker on 4 October 2021
Preventing a cyber attack as a college student
From ransomware to phishing, Ilka Denker gives a break-down of everything you need to know in order to protect yourself against cyber crime.
Contributor on 29 September 2021
James Whelan Butchers on the lookout for butcher apprenticeship
James Whelan Butchers is calling for applications to its three-year butcher apprenticeship at their Butcher Academy, writes Fiona Alston.
Amii McKeever on 29 September 2021
New short course to close the food knowledge gap for young teenagers
Airfield Estate in Dublin have launched a short course for junior cycle students. Amii McKeever caught up with head of education and research at Airfield Estate Dr Kirsty McAdoo to learn more.
Contributor on 22 September 2021
Studying Abroad: tales from Poland
Want to study abroad? Have you considered Poland? The Medical Poland Admission Office announced recently that EU applications have seen a huge increase this year, up 136%, writes Fiona Alston.
Contributor on 15 September 2021
Housing crisis is affecting students
For those who are attending college away from home this year the advice is to get cracking on securing your accommodation, writes Fiona Alston.
Contributor on 15 September 2021
Making the most of your college experience
Anne Mangan is a teen career development coach and mentor. She gives Fiona Alston some useful tips on how best to settle into the first year of college and get the most out of the experience
SEE MORE