Smedias 2022

Living in a Van: Jen’s Journey

Part 1 Staring at the white Ford Transit that I stripped bare, I’m often filled with both panic and excitement. I bought a van?  I haven’t known about van life for long. Although, I have been obsess...

Sex Education Season 3

It’s been a long time since our last visit to Moordale High. When Sex Education - Season 2 hit  screens back in January 2020, Donald Trump was president and there were some pretty spooky rumours abou...

Freshers’ Comfort Films

In need of comforting stories for uncertain times? Booksmart One of the best coming of age films of the last few years, Booksmart (Olivia Wilde, 2019) follows best friends Amy and Molly as they deci...

Unusual Sports to Try in College

If you’re like me (the least sporty person around) but are looking to remedy this in college, Irish third levels offer some unusual and exciting sports. Open to all levels of experience, the clubs provide full...

HSE Extends Online STI Testing Service

Worried about the pandemic restricting access to STI testing? As of September 1st, SH:24 have extended the pilot of their online STI testing kits. Working in partnership with the HSE, the service aims to d...

LGBTQ+ Student Supports

Starting college is an exciting time for many of us. However, it can also be an anxious one for those nervous about meeting people and making friends. For students who are part of the LGBTQ+ community, this ca...

The Best and Worst of the Met Gala

Amidst tensions around coronavirus and a missed Met Gala last year, celebrities gathered on the red carpet last night to celebrate American Independence through fashion. This year’s controversial inclusion of ...

Five Must-Haves for Your Student House

Sharing student accommodation for the first time and anxious to make a good impression on your new housemates? The veterans at oxygen.ie are here to lend a hand. We searched far and wide, surveying the best an...

The Alternative Freshers Event Guide

The CAO results are out, fingers are uncrossed, and you’re (hopefully) well on your way to becoming a Fresher! Huge congratulations are due, regardless of what you got. You’ve worked hard to be here and the ne...

How to Make Friends in College

Making friends in college sounds tricky. It can feel like you're a little fish in a big pond again like when you started secondary school. The good news is that it's so much easier to mingle with people in col...