There is nothing more that The Study Dude wants for you than to examine your passion, find the big ideas that define your passion, and connect those ideas. There you have it: the endpoint of novice theorists. But we have high hopes for you: You will take it to the next level by pulling out… Read more »
I see this girl, wearing the pink sweater. I look at the freckles and big eyes and remember growing up in an average small town and in an average family. That seemed like such a long time ago, but even now some of those memories of what she went through make my muscles tense and… Read more »
So this year you don’t have plans to travel for spring break, but you’d like to do something other than the same old, same old? Consider a learncation?stay at home but break from your routine by exploring new areas and developing your creativity. This week’s links should get you started on your journey: Create Create… Read more »
In last week’s installment we looked at how ellipses and em dashes are used in dialogue to show faltering speech and interrupted or broken off speech, respectively. In this follow-up column, we’ll explore how writers can use punctuation to convey two more types of dialogue: staccato speech and stuttering speech. Staccato Speech Staccato speech is… Read more »
Student Scott D. Jacobsen managed to get some time with Athabasca University’s interim president Mr. Peter MacKinnon. Scott interviewed him over a wide set of topics with the president, and the result is this three part interview that we’re happy to present in The Voice Magazine. You can find the first part here. Last year,… Read more »
AthaU Facebook Group Priscilla seeks feedback from other students on the course load for FREN 374 and 375. Lesley is looking for study tips for the Abnormal Psychology exam. Carla declares herself a Chicago style newbie and seeks hints. Other posts include transcripts, in-text web citations, calculating GPA, and courses ASTR 205, COMP 325, HADM… Read more »
Athabasca University’s new Writer in Residence, Esi Edugyan, has won a number of literary awards. Her literary expertise can be tapped into by Athabasca faculty and students alike during her 2015‐2016 residency. Marie: Esi, you are a highly accomplished author. What books have you written and what are some of the most prestigious awards you… Read more »
The big news this week is what happened in Ontario. With their most recent budget, they’re making it so that people with a low income will have a much easier time getting an education. Families with an income of less than 50k will have an average tuition of free. More importantly for AU, they’re also… Read more »
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