Author, psychologist, and physician Dr. Raymond Moody said life-changing words. He said something like, “The definition of normal is someone you don’t yet know very well.” In other words, hang around someone long enough, and you discover their flaws and wounds—their abnormalities. That quote means a ton not for just fiction, but for your life… Read more »
For those of us who live in northern cities, the chase of the elusive summer sun can border on obsession, particularly when we first feel the initial dreaded cool breezes of early September. Two months of warm weather is never quite enough. The irresistible urge to enjoy the remaining warmth of the summer sun remains… Read more »
Dear Barb: Hi, I am in my early twenties and have been dating the same guy for three years. I am still living at home since my parents are fairly lenient and don’t mind if my boyfriend stays over. I am attending university and working part time, so I have been able to save a… Read more »
9/11. It’s a number, a date, of great significance to those of us in North America, though even now it begins to fade into memory. It seems impossible that the terrorist attacks that woke the United States to their vulnerability to international terrorism were 19 years ago already. Today, there are adults alive who never… Read more »
The accessibility of online education is often a lifeline for many students, including those with chronic illnesses and disabilities, as well as familial and work commitments. However, for others, such as incarcerated students, online education can prove to be a barrier instead. For example, AU’s recent transition to e-texts has had a mixed reception from… Read more »
Ever since my Dad and I bought a smoker together, I keep wanting to cook as much stuff on it as I can. A few weeks ago, I put on an eye of round and smoked it for a few hours, and it tasted too good! Today I was inspired to smoke some ribs I… Read more »
Scholarship name: CouponBirds’ “Help to Save” Scholarship Sponsored by: CouponBirds Deadline: October 10, 2020 Potential payout: $1000 Eligibility restriction: Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and enrolled an accredited university or college in Canada or the U.S. for the 2020-2021 academic year. What’s required: A completed online application, including contact and academic… Read more »
The Voice Magazine will be regularly featuring upcoming and recent AU grads, as well as alums. If you would like us to showcase your journey in an upcoming article, feel free to reach out! This month, we were able to catch up with recent grad Lorri Lyster and recent alum Laura Nelson. Lorri Lyster –… Read more »
Eight of the nine councillors were present for the August 19, 2020 Council Meeting. Councillor Regan Johnson had provided her regrets earlier and was excused as the meeting started. After the regular introductions and passing the agenda and minutes, the meeting started with a review of the newest budget. AUSU is looking at an increase… Read more »
