Settling In
Welcome to the KickStarting College Success Podcast – your go-to series for tips, tricks, and everything you need to SMASH your transition into university! Wesley Kelly, Transition Coordinator for 1st-year computing students at TU Dublin teamed up with a 3rd-year Creative Digital Media student to create six episodes packed with advice, insights and practical tips – perfect to listen to on your morning commute to college!
In our very first episode, Wesley chats with Róisín Faherty, Head of Research and Innovation at the Faculty of Computing, Digital and Data. Before her current role, Róisín spent 23 years as a Computing Lecturer at TU Dublin’s Tallaght campus. She shares her wealth of experience and gives invaluable tips to help first-year students settle in and thrive at TU Dublin.
In this episode of the Kickstarting College Success podcast, Wesley sits down with first-year students Nafis Syed and Angelika Arutunyan from the School of Informatics and Cybersecurity in Blanchardstown.
They dive into the ups and downs of adjusting to college life, effective study habits, tips for academic success, getting involved on campus, and the lessons they wish they knew before starting college.
A huge thanks to Angelika and Nafis for sharing their insights and experiences—this is a must-listen for anyone looking to make the most of their first year!
In this episodes on Kickstarting College Success, we’re diving into a topic every student needs: how to study smart at TU Dublin. Wesley is joined by academic experts Karen Nolan and Marie Brennan, who share their top tips for thriving at college, including:
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Effective Study Strategies – maximize your learning with proven techniques
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Time Management & Avoiding Procrastination – get more done without the stress
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Active vs. Passive Learning – learn smarter, not harder
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Common Challenges & Solutions – tackle obstacles with confidence
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Enhancing Academic Performance – boost your grades and skills
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Final Words of Wisdom – expert advice to carry you through the semester
In this episode, Wesley sits down with two students who give an honest, behind-the-scenes look at how getting involved on campus can completely transform your college experience. From trying new activities to meeting incredible people and finding your perfect balance, they share tips, stories, and inspiration to help you make the most of your college journey. Whether you’re curious, ambitious, or just looking for a fresh perspective, this episode has something for you.
In this episode we zoom in on the financial side of student life. Whether you need help with rent, travel, childcare, class materials, dental or optical costs, or general hardship support, TU Dublin’s Financial Aid team has you covered.
All these supports—like the Student Assistance Fund, Rent Assistance Scheme, Compulsory Travel Scheme, Childcare Support, Class Materials Scheme, Dental/Optical Assistance and more—are detailed on the TU Dublin website.
Wesley welcomes Mags Nicholl, Financial Aid & Projects Manager, who’ll walk us through some of the schemes, share real-world stories of how financial aid transformed students’ journeys, and offer practical budgeting tips for college life.
Contact Financial Aid Service:
Email: financial.aid@tudublin.iePhone: 01 220 8556
In the final episode in our Kickstarting College Success podcast series! We’re wrapping things up with an important and empowering conversation—supporting neurodiverse students as they transition to university.
Whether you’re neurodiverse yourself, know someone who is, or just want to learn how to be a better ally, this episode is packed with valuable insights from our Senior Occupational Therapist, Rachell Farrell.