Student: Cheryl Braden AU student Cheryl Braden has been following an ambitious goal: to earn her degree one class at a time, completing a new course every eight to 10 weeks. For the BPA (Governance, Law and Management) student, who works full-time, careful planning is the key to her success. Here, she shares her strategies… Read more »
Student: DeAnne Csada Although distance learning is flexible enough to suit any lifestyle, That’s not sufficient for success. As recent Bachelor of Administration (Health Studies) graduate DeAnne Csada discovered, flexibility on the student’s part is also required. Here, the mother of four discusses how studying led her to change her parenting style. She also gives… Read more »
Student: Emily Hines ?I’m intrigued by the people drawn to Athabasca,? says AU student Emily Hines. She adds, ?It’s usually people who are willing to think outside the box.? Emily, now in her fourth year of the Bachelor of Arts in French program, is herself a good example of a creative learner. She took advantage… Read more »
This coming week, everyone’s a little bit Irish as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Ireland’s green hills and rich heritage have inspired filmmakers for years, both in modern times and during the classic film era. In this instalment of ?Old Movies,? we’ll look at some of these Ireland-inspired films: some powerful, deep movies and some… Read more »
As Oscar season draws to its finale with this Sunday’s Academy Awards, film buffs all over the world are discussing the merits of this year’s top contenders. There’s also been a noticeable interest in recalling past Oscar-winning films. Although not all Academy-recognized old films are familiar, many have become long-enduring classics. In this week’s special… Read more »
Student: Colleen Lamond Think that 12-step programs are just for recovering alcoholics? Think again. According to Colleen Lamond, a former addictions caseworker and current first-year AU student, addictions theory can be applied to any problem in life’schoolwork included. Here, the psychology student shows how its application can be beneficial to pursuing one’s goals. She also… Read more »
Although Valentine’s Day was earlier this week, there’s no need to push aside the romantic feeling! Last week we warmed the winter’s chill with some classic romantic comedies from the 1930s and 1940s. In this week’s Old Movies instalment, we’ll continue looking at romantic comedies, this time focusing on films released in the 1940s, ?50s,… Read more »
With Valentine’s Day coming up this weekend, theatres are brimming with light romantic comedies. But It’s not necessary to head to the cinema to create the appropriate atmosphere. A classic romantic comedy?with a bowl of popcorn and a comfortable couch, of course?makes for a fantastic date night. In the next two instalments of ?Old Movies,?… Read more »
The experience of human love is universal, passing barriers of time and social custom. It’s no surprise, then, that romance films are some of the most watchable old movies around. This February, in honour of Valentine’s Day, we’ll fill the month with romance by enjoying classic romantic dramas and comedies. Watch them with your lover,… Read more »
Student: Chandra Gattinger Four classes a week is a full load, but psychology student Chandra Gattinger manages to fit them into her 32-hour workweek. ?It’s [a] matter of finding a goal, and wanting to work towards it,? she says. Here, Chandra, who works as a nurse’s aide, explains why She’s changing her career to psychology…. Read more »