Student Support and Resources
Disability Support Service The Disability Support Service (DSS), part of the Access Centre, provides support to students who have a disability or learning difficulties, including: • Autism spectrum disorder, including Asperger ’s syndrome; • ADD/ADHD;
Societies With 126 active societies at NUI Galway, there is something for everyone. As part of a society, you can learn new skills, explore your interests, create a community of friends with similar interests and goals and, of course, have great fun. Over 3,000 society events are held annually, including social, educational and cultural elements, all of which add to the vibrancy of university life. www.socs.nuigalway.ie Student Services We offer support to help you before, during, and after studying at NUI Galway. Our student support services include accommodation, career development, chaplaincy, counselling, disability support, student health and well-being, and childcare assistance. We also offer financial advice and assistance, study skills and mentoring. www.nuigalway.ie/student-services Alumni Your relationship with NUI Galway does not stop after you have completed your studies. You are an NUI Galway graduate for life, and we encourage you to take full advantage of this support. You can avail of career advice and alumni discounts, attend events, receive our newsletters and publications, and participate in reunions. Make sure to keep in touch after you’ve left. We want to hear from you and keep you up-to-date with what’s happening. www.nuigalway.ie/alumni-friends Childcare Spraoi Early Learning Centre operates the University Crèche, located close to campus. At Spraoi, the focus is on learning through play, and sensory play. Parents of children who are interested in enrolling children in the crèche should contact spraoinuig@gmail.com . For a tour or for more information, contact the Crèche Manager on T: +353 91 493 739 .
• Blind/vision impaired; • Deaf/hard of hearing; • DCD—dyspraxia/dysgraphia;
• Mental health condition; • Neurological condition; • Significant ongoing illness; • Physical disability; • Specific learning difficulty, including dyslexia and dyscalculia.
The DSS works closely with academic staff and other support services to enable students with a disability to become independent learners and successful graduates. If you have one or more of the above disabilities and require particular supports, it is important that you register with the DSS as soon as you accept your offer from NUI Galway by completing the online registration form at www.nuigalway.ie/disability . Students’ Union At the centre of campus, the student experience is amplified by the Students’ Union (SU). The SU aims to take your voice to the university at every level. Student representatives are in each college, ensuring that all students can have their say via their rep. Your SU complements the university’s provision of welfare services, and can offer advice and support to students. The SU also provides part- time employment opportunities for students. www.su.nuigalway.ie
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