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August 11, 2010
DIT Students’ Union in conjunction with the Union of Students in Ireland (USI) are to hold a Grant & Accommodation Information Session on August the 14th, DIT Aungier st, Dublin 2, at 16.00.
April 13, 2010
With your exams fast approaching, its important to look after yourself - body and mind...
March 22, 2010
Got 3 friends? Fancy winning €600? Well, this Treasure Hunt might be right down your street...
February 11, 2010
Student Counselling Service are organising the following workshops.
February 1, 2010
Sexual Health Awareness & Guidance Week is here! But for now we would like you to complete a short survey...
November 23, 2009
Do you want to reach your potential in your exams? The counselling service are hosting workshops on the 11 December to help you do just that.
Buying or selling college books? The bookconnect service is now open.
October 19, 2009
Health and Safety Week runs in DIT from Monday 19 to Friday 23. We will be onsite offering you H&S advice and freebies!
September 9, 2009
Asthma Society of Ireland Urges Students To Prepare For College Environment
Dublin 10th September 2009
September will represent a major milestone in the lives of approximately 43,000 students who are starting college for the first time this term1. For many, starting college is the first time that they will move out of their family home and fend for themselves, including the management of their health. The Asthma Society of Ireland would like to remind students with asthma that correct medical management of their condition is critically important and must not be forgotten during this time. Approximately 470,000 people have asthma in Ireland and at least one person dies from asthma every week in Ireland.
The newfound freedom and the often less than healthy aspects of student life can have a negative impact on students with asthma. Some of these triggers may include living with smokers, taking up smoking, poor dietary habits, the use of recreational drugs and excessive alcohol intake. Starting college and/or moving out of home can all lead to increased stress which can also act as an asthma trigger. These ‘triggers’ are in addition to environmental factors such as dust mites, cleaning solutions and other irritants which can be found in your new home or college accommodation.
Students with asthma are also advised to:
- Carry an Asthma Attack Card with you at all times.
- Register with the college health centre, let them know you have asthma and ask who can be contacted in case of an emergency.
- Ensure you take your preventer routinely and carry your reliever inhaler at all times.
- If living on campus, ensure your roommates are aware of your condition and ensure that the accommodation is non-smoking.
- If sensitive to dust mites, bring your own pillows, allergy-proof covers and a mattress cover.
- Pay close attention to the recommendations issued by the HSE and the Asthma Society of Ireland in relation to swine flu and be vigilant for updates regarding possible vaccination guidelines in the coming months.
- Good hygiene is the first line of defence against any type of cold or flu - make sure you wash your hands frequently, especially after coughing or sneezing.
Dr Pat Manning, Chairperson, Medical Committee, Asthma Society of Ireland said “Going to college and living away from home for the first time is exciting but it can also be a stressful process which can trigger asthma symptoms. It is an important time in the life of people with asthma as they have to learn to become more independent and manage their condition on their own. It is imperative to be aware of the potential environmental triggers in their new surroundings and ensure that their asthma is controlled. Control is the key to living well with asthma and there is no reason why people with asthma should not have a healthy and fun start to college life. Ask your doctor or practice nurse about developing a personal asthma action plan or contact the Asthma Society of Ireland should you have any queries on 1850 44 54 64 or email: info@asthmasociety.ie”
The Asthma Society of Ireland website offers users a wide range of information on asthma including advice on how best to manage asthma during exam times for students. A new text alert service is now available to keep up to date on the latest news and information on asthma – to sign up for this service visit the website at www.asthmasociety.ie. For further information visit www.asthmasociety.ie or call 1850 44 54 64
May 26, 2009
DO
Acknowledge all the resources used in your work
Reference every source of information or ideas using in your work
DO NOT
Pass off someone elses work as your own
Ask anone to do work which you claim as your own
Buy or copy work from electronic sources which you claim as your own.
Use another’s ideas as your own
Plagiarism can be either an intentional act whereby work is deliberately utilised and claimed as one’s own, Or it can occur unintentionally either through bad academic practice or simply not finding out the college regulations.
Plagiarism includes unacknowledged use of material from books or periodicals, from the Internet, from grind tutors, or from other students, without full acknowledgement of the sources.
Plagiarism is not confined to written assignments, projects or theses; it incorporates all academic work, including practical workshops, demonstrations, three dimensional work and artistic practice.
The best way to avoid plagiarism is to be informed.
Every programme has clear guidelines on Plagiarism so get the information from your lecturer and be sure you are using the correct referencing procedure for your programme. Ask them for guidelines.
Access your programme documents and the General Assessment Regulations (in the library) and be clear about the particular referencing system for your programme.
Above all, clearly acknowledge all sources of information you have accessed during your work.
For more info:
The Institute’s Library Services have several useful texts on plagiarism and Library staff provide Information Literacy sessions that include guidance on referencing and plagiarism.
Students may be asked to sign a declaration on all written assignments/theses submitted to verify that the work is not plagiarised. If such a declaration is not signed, however, students will still be subject to the regulations governing plagiarism.
The Dublin Institute of Technology considers plagiarism to be a serious academic offence.
Suspected cases of plagiarism will be dealt with by following due process. For any more information on Plagiarism and help avoiding it – just contact Tracey at vpacademic@ditsu.ie and she'll be happy to help.
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