ROSCOLA 2014


together and introduce ourselves and express our ambitions for the future. Each individual proudly showed their drive and passion, unlike in school where enthusiasm is often mocked. The talk in the European Commission Office was very insightful. People were at first careful with their questions but soon reached out comfortably to discuss many topics. While we were given lunch time to roam around ourselves, I found it amusing what a close bond the group already shared as we all


bounded off as one whole unit. Having never visited Stormont before, I thoroughly enjoyed this opportunity. The institution as a whole was astounding and having the chance to ask five representatives a range of questions was great. I was, however, disappointed in the lack of passion from the professionals as we observed discussions in the Chamber.


Taking a walk through Trinity College on Tuesday morning was beautiful and being presented our certs by Verity Swan was an honour. Our group discussed how much we appreciated the representatives’ honesty in the Q&A session in the Dáil. Each gave their view on the work they do. Simon was so willing to speak to us and take pictures with us.


It was also nice of Lorraine to mention us to her colleagues as we sat in on a session in the Seanad. Even with the awful weather, the gang hit O’Connell St. happily, for dinner together. On Wednesday morning we had a much needed study group, in the ‘Diamond group’ – Future of Europe, we assigned our time to bringing our ideas together and forming a stronger structure on our thoughts and where the debate could lead to, along with our proposals.


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