Student Sizzle—AU Social Media

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AthaU Facebook Group

Angela seeks help to access journal databases through the AU library; an early response points to a library tutorial.  Ana wonders if AU will still allow ProctorU exams after the pandemic; the answer is yes for any exam in an online format.  Angelica wants to attempt completing one course each month; lots of tips from students who have done (or tried) the same.

Other posts include exam deadlines, AUSU by-election, the Write Site, the future of paper exams, student funding, and courses EDPY 200, HIST 367, and POLI 277.

reddit

A query about how to withdraw from a course that started August 1 receives a few responses with direct info on the withdrawal process and refunds, plus an “it happened to me” rant.

Twitter

@AthabascaU tweets:  “We’re celebrating The #AthabascaU Book Club’s second title with a giveaway! Here’s how to win an electronic copy of The Power, by Naomi Alderman! https://bit.ly/2Ditqac.”

@austudentsunion tweets:  “Did you know that AUSU provides FREE access LinkedIn Learning for all #AthabascaU undergrads? Get access to thousands of video training courses on business, creative, technical, and life skills. Sign up today! https://ausu.org/services/learn.”