Dear Barb: I grew up in a somewhat dysfunctional family. My parents divorced when we were all quite young, and the divorce was angry and bitter. This bitterness became a part of our household and our relationships with each other. As soon as we were able to we left home and rarely spoke to each… Read more »
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AthaU Facebook Group Sarah seeks input to help her decide between PHIL 333 or 337; so far 333 is winning in the responses. New student Amber seeks feedback on a spectrum of courses to help boost her GPA for grad school applications. Bill Angela discovers that an online exam problem on a holiday Monday means… Read more »
Scholarship name: Student Essay Contest Sponsored by: Fraser Institute Deadline: June 1, 2018 Potential payout: $1500 Eligibility restriction: Applicants must be either studying in Canada, or Canadian students studying abroad, at the high school or post-secondary level. See full eligibility criteria. What’s required: An online application, along with a 1000-1500 word essay on the impact… Read more »
Did you bomb at school because you danced the boogie-woogie? Camped instead of crammed? And sipped lattes instead of studied periodic tables? And, why not? After all, top students can squeeze in fun. Sadly, I squeezed in too much fun. But not during my undergrad. During my undergrad, I took three measly classes a semester. … Read more »
Continuing through our look at the new Council, our feature article this week has us talking to Christine Hudder from Ontario who first got involved with students’ association back in her traditional college in North Bay. Now she’s looking to develop student engagement specifically looking toward some interesting contests and prizes. And speaking of contests… Read more »
Christine Hudder is an Athabasca University Students’ Union Councillor living in Quadeville, Ontario. Hudder is a wife and the mother of her two boys, Corbyn and Atticus. She works as the Managing Editor for a weekly newspaper and volunteers with the 1st Madawaska Valley Scouts. Also, Hudder has earned several awards for her writing. How… Read more »
Ottawa-Gatineau Meet and Greet Fri, May 25, 5:30 to 8:30 pm EDT Boston Pizza, 179 Promenade du Portage, Gatineau QC In person Hosted by AUSU www.facebook.com/events/170291843625989/ No pre-registion required; see above link for details MBA Info Session – Edmonton Mon, May 28, 12:00 to 1:30 pm MDT World Trade Centre, 9990 Jasper Ave, Suite 600… Read more »
Maintaining a clear brain for studying and learning is vital to getting the most out of your education. So, when brain fog and lethargy become an all too familiar experience, it may be time to examine your diet. Study the food you’ve been eating and begin to clear the fog with healthier foods and supplements… Read more »
Buying new furniture can be an exciting or frustrating experience. For us, lately, it has been frustrating. It started with the purchase of a new appliance, a stove. We spent time making sure we were picking the one we wanted as we had waited years to upgrade and we didn’t want to have to do… Read more »