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The Voice

The Voice is the collective presence of the writers who submit on behalf of the magazine. All praise to them!

Click of the Wrist – Resolutions

If You’re like thousands of others who have made fitness part of their New Year’s resolutions, you probably know that having a plan is key to success. But starting small and having some fun are also necessary if You’re going to stick with it! Click through these links for a few creative ways to make… Read more »

Did You Know? – T2202A’s Are In

2014 TUITION, EDUCATION AND TEXTBOOK AMOUNTS CERTIFICATE Update from Athabasca University Financial Services? Athabasca University Financial Services is pleased to announce that the official 2014 Tuition, Education and Textbook Tax Credit Certificate (T2202A) forms will be available on-line by the end of February to all eligible students. The forms will not be mailed out and… Read more »

Minds We Meet – Interviewing Students Like You

John MacPherson is an AU student from Newmarket, Ontario. He’s in his final year of the Bachelor of Management Program at AU. In addition to his studies, John works full-time in the hospitality and entertainment industry as an online marketer. John was recently interviewed by The Voice Magazine about school, work, and life in general…. Read more »

Student Sizzle! – AU Social Media

AthaU Facebook Group Colleen asks about the reasons why other students are taking AU courses. Kevin muses on the wisdom of scheduling back-to-back exams. Jesse seeks help on identifying rhetorical devices for an English essay. Other postings include bad tutors, telephone quizzes, transitioning to graduate studies, waiting for course materials, and courses ENGL 401, HSRV… Read more »

Minds We Meet – Interviewing Deanna Roney

Deanna Roney is an AU student who lives in Houston BC, a small town of about 3500. She’s enrolled in the BA program with an English Major, and she balances her studies with helping her husband run their own business. Deanna was recently interviewed by The Voice Magazine about school, work, and the great outdoors…. Read more »

Did You Know? – Not Studying Might be Smarter

At this time of year, a lot of students are busy trying to juggle not only their studies, but also the additional pressures of Christmas shopping and the expectations of family. However, a recent article in the Globe and Mail points out that attempting to cram everything in while studying as well can be worse… Read more »

Student Sizzle! – AU Social Media

AthaU Facebook Group Laurie wonders if her ENGL 255 exam will be marked as stringently as the course assignments. Michelle seeks advice on how to submit an audio/video file on Moodle for an assignment. Other postings include exam courier fees, taking a full course load, and courses ADMN 233, ECOM 320, MATH 265, MKTG 396,… Read more »

Click of the Wrist – Holiday Cards

Whether or not you still keep the tradition of mailing out holiday cards, family newsletters, or other bundles of good news and good cheer, these links make the perfect accompaniment to a cold winter’s afternoon and a mug of hot cocoa. Special Delivery Worried about sending out the cards on time this year? At least… Read more »

Minds We Meet – Interviewing Kiran Shoaib

Kiran Shoaib is an AU student from Pakistan who currently lives in Korea while her father works at the Embassy of Pakistan. Kiran is working on her Bachelor of Management (3-year) degree. Kiran was recently interviewed by The Voice Magazine about school, life, and the portability of pursuing a degree online. Describe the path that… Read more »

Student Sizzle! – AU Social Media

AthaU Facebook Group Alysha posts about a seemingly unhelpful response she received from her tutor, which sparks off a raft of comments. Carla seeks input on which Humanities courses to choose to finish off her BA. Other postings include GPA concerns, letters of reference, and courses ACCT 351, GOVN 301, PHIL 335, and WGST 200…. Read more »