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From Where I Sit – You?ll See

Regular readers of FWIS will know that I’ve been preoccupied with a mammoth undertaking: coordinating a two-day festival that didn’t exist seven months ago. It’s been a journey and a rush; challenging but gratifying, maddening but worth persevering over. I’ve discovered new strengths and skill sets in myself and have come to love those people… Read more »

Did You Know? – Student ID Cards

AU Press discounts at the movies, bookstore, or train station! According to the AU Student Calendar, every ?active Athabasca University student? is eligible to request a photo student identification card. To apply, you need to complete the required form and submit a photo. Acceptable photos are ?taken by an Athabasca University staff member whenever possible.?… Read more »

AUSU Update

Dear Members, You may have recently seen information on the internet speculating about the future of Athabasca University. These reports suggest that the Alberta government may broker a merger between AU and University of Alberta, and that this may result in drastic changes to the services and programs offered to students AU students. We want… Read more »

Editorial – Picture This

Nothing’s sure in this life except death and taxes, the old saying goes. A modern addition could very well be this: Every week, there’s sure to be a new Facebook thing making the rounds. Sometimes It’s ?If you love puppies and rainbows and hate bad stuff, click Like. Only 10 per cent of people actually… Read more »

The Mindful Bard – It’s a Disaster

Film: It’s a Disaster Director/Screenwriter: Todd Berger Cast: Rachel Boston, Kevin M. Brennan, David Cross, America Ferrera, Jeff Grace, Erinn Hayes, Blaise Miller, Julia Stiles, Laura Adkin ?By time, indeed, mankind is in loss, Except for those who have believed and done righteous deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to… Read more »