Scholarship name:  Alberta Blue Cross Scholarship for Mature Indigenous Students Sponsored by:  Alberta Blue Cross Deadline:  January 15, 2021 Potential payout:  $1500 Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be members of a first nation or band, or have Inuit, Métis, or Indian Status; must be enrolling in the first year of a full-time post-secondary or diploma program… Read more »

AthaU Facebook Group Erin posts about problems experienced during an attempt to write an exam through ProctorU; a torrent of responses with similar experiences flood in, plus some helpful suggestions about alternative assessments. reddit One post floats the notion that AU might refund ProctorU fees; not going to happen—invigilation services are always on the student’s… Read more »

Google Scholar Webinar Mon, Nov 30, 12:00 to 1:00 pm MST Online via Adobe Connect Hosted by AU Library library.athabascau.ca/orientations.html No pre-registration necessary; access through above link Talk to a Librarian Drop-in Session Tues, Dec 1, 9:00 to 9:30 am MST Online via Microsoft Teams Hosted by AU Library library.athabascau.ca/orientations.html No pre-registration necessary; access through… Read more »

Scholarship name:  Mike Puhallo Memorial Scholarships Sponsored by:  The BC Cowboy Heritage Society Deadline:  December 31, 2020 Potential payout:  $500 Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be Canadian or U.S. students, and about to enter, or continue, a program of study at a post-secondary institution. What’s required:  A completed and emailed entry form, along with an original… Read more »

AthaU Facebook Group Donna rants about e-texts, particularly the roadblocks to printing out a hard copy; responses suggest many students share that frustration.  Ash encounters difficulty switching tutors; responses suggest contacting Learning Services or the Ombuds Office.  Dustin can’t connect with a former AU email address; a quick response points out the right direction. Other… Read more »

Scholarship name:  7BinaryOptions.com Scholarship Essay Contest Sponsored by:  7BinaryOptions.com Deadline:  December 15, 2020 Potential payout:  $3000 Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be students and 16 years of age or older. What’s required:  An email along with a 700-1500 word essay on the topic of “The Goals I Will Achieve in 10 Years.” Tips:  The essay doesn’t… Read more »

Bannock and a Movie November Edition: The Road Forward Nov 1 to Nov 30 Online Hosted by AU Nukskahtowin indigenous.athabascau.ca/bannock/index.php Access through above link Talk to a Librarian Drop-in Session Tues, Nov 24, 9:00 to 9:30 am MST Online via Microsoft Teams Hosted by AU Library library.athabascau.ca/orientations.html No pre-registration necessary; access through above link PowerED™… Read more »

Bannock and a Movie November Edition: The Road Forward Nov 1 to Nov 30 Online Hosted by AU Nukskahtowin indigenous.athabascau.ca/bannock/index.php Access through above link Talk to a Librarian Drop-in Session Tues, Nov 17, 9:00 to 9:30 am MST Online via Microsoft Teams Hosted by AU Library library.athabascau.ca/orientations.html No pre-registration necessary; access through above link Zotero… Read more »

AthaU Facebook Group One day before the enrolment cut-off for December courses, a technical glitch prevents Cassidy from enrolling; AU staff respond with advice and a work-around solution.  Ella asks for study tips for the CRJS 495 final exam, and a response suggests visiting the AU Criminal Justice FB group. Other posts include ProctorU tech… Read more »

Scholarship name:  The Dalton Camp Award Sponsored by:  Friends of Canada Broadcasting Deadline:  December 1, 2020, 8 pm EST Potential payout:  up to $10,000 Eligibility restriction: Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada.  Applicants who are enrolled full-time at a recognized post-secondary institution are also eligible for a secondary Student Prize of… Read more »