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From Where I Sit – Growing Up

Are you old enough to remember the aerobics craze? In the 1980s, seemingly overnight aerobics classes sprang up overnight. Instructors were born, VHS exercise tape sales soared, music was created, accessories were required, and a wardrobe of cute outfits appeared. Images of Jane Fonda and leg warmers are forever burnt into our psyche. The phenomenon… Read more »

The Writer’s Toolbox – Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Chalk it up to bad influence from autocorrect, but one error that’s becoming more and more common is the incorrect spelling of who’s and whose. Still, although these homophones (words that sound the same but have different meanings) look tricky enough, they’re actually quite easy to sort out. Who’s with me? Who’s Who’s is a… Read more »

Click of the Wrist – A Pot of Tea

It may only be November, but make no mistake: winter’s here to stay. If the cold makes you miserable, pour a hot drink, curl up in a blanket, and steep yourself in the warm and comforting (and sometimes very odd) world of tea. Make It There are those who consider tea making to be an… Read more »

Editorial – The Meaning of a Magazine

Lately I’ve been looking at other student publications and considering the similarities and differences between them and The Voice Magazine. One of the things that struck me was simply the amount of content that they manage to get each week, often from unpaid, volunteer writers. Now, The Voice Magazine is not exactly a slouch in… Read more »

Editorial – The Meaning of a Magazine

Lately I’ve been looking at other student publications and considering the similarities and differences between them and The Voice Magazine. One of the things that struck me was simply the amount of content that they manage to get each week, often from unpaid, volunteer writers. Now, The Voice Magazine is not exactly a slouch in… Read more »

Student Sizzle! – AU Social Media

AthaU Facebook Group Jessica wonders if many AU students are taking their degree at AU, as opposed to taking credits in support of degrees elsewhere. Gwenyth inquires how long a student can take a break from AU studies before having to be reassessed. Other postings include the AU Library and courses ACCT 245, BIOL 235,… Read more »

Click of the Wrist – Recycle This!

November 15 is America Recycles Day, but the green activity shouldn’t be limited to our neighbours to the south. These Canada-friendly resources will help you figure out what you need to do to help reduce waste by recycling wherever possible. Thumbs Up What can you recycle? What needs to be disposed of in the trash?… Read more »

My Special Sister

My sister, Marion, is mentally ill! There I said it! The worst part is that I can’t do anything to help her. I thought I would be able to listen to her ramblings and not get angry with her as everyone else in the family has. I managed to do it for a time, convincing… Read more »

An Interview with the AUSU President

AUSU is a fantastic organization that is devoted to representing the student body of Athabasca University. Not only are they the relay between the university and the students, they also provide many services that are of benefit to students, and promote peer-to-peer support. In addition, AUSU also offer a variety of student awards and bursaries,… Read more »