Student Protest at ATU Castlebar
Students at the Atlantic Technological University (ATU) Mayo campus in Castlebar participated in a nationwide student walkout today.
The protest is over the impact of the latest budget, scarcity and price of student accommodation, and perceived unequal treatment compared to students in established universities.
- Investment in purpose-built student accommodation
- Increased funding for professorships
- Increased postgraduate funding
The students are calling on the government for investment and change.
The Students' Union at ATU Mayo campus organized the protest, with students leaving lecture halls and libraries to join the nationwide walkout.
Author's summary: Students protest budget impact and accommodation issues.