AthaU Facebook Group Christabel wonders if students can withdraw from courses without a fee during the COVID-19 situation; waiting for the busy folks at AU to confirm.  Jodi seeks info on approved calculators to use during CHEM exams.  Mary’s looking for survey participants between the ages of 18 years and 20 years, 11 months. Other… Read more »

Research Webinar Series:  Organizational change experienced by Canadian universities moving to online learning Tue, Mar 31, 10:00 to 11:00 am MDT Online via Skype Hosted by AU news.athabascau.ca/events/research-webinar-series-organizational-change-experienced-by-canadian-universities-moving-to-online-learning Access Skype through above link All events are free unless specified

While the current global pandemic of COVID-19 seems to be carving out a new reality of hyper-concern, a peek in our past issues shows a repeat of certain themes. Whatever happened to H1N1? The Voice reports on government cautions ahead of a possible second wave of H1N1, aka the swine flu.  “Among other recommendations, the… Read more »

Scholarship name:  The Irene Adler Prize Sponsored by:  Lucas Aykroyd Deadline:  April 30, 2020 Potential payout:  $1000 USD Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be women, Canadian or U.S. Citizens, and commencing or continuing to pursue a degree in journalism, creative writing, or literature, at a recognized post-secondary institution in Canada or the U.S. in 2020-21. What’s… Read more »

AthaU Facebook Group A cascade of posts from students dealing with the rapidly-evolving situation of COVID-19, particularly the diminishing availability of in-person exam invigilation, and the need for course extensions for students coping with extra concerns at home.  AU is supporting students through this; the best place for updated info from AU is their news… Read more »

Learning to Learn Online MOOC Mar 20 to Apr 26 Online Hosted by AU news.athabascau.ca/announcements/learning-to-learn-online-mar-2020 Register through above link, or at www.ltlo.ca Hack the Library: Using Discover to Access Journal Articles, Books, and E-Books Thur, Mar 26, 2:00 to 3:30 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU Library library.athabascau.ca/orientations.html No pre-registration necessary; access through above link… Read more »

AthaU Facebook Group Gayle seeks guidance on how to deal with a required course that is currently suspended; one responder who experienced the same issue suggests contacting Academic Advising as there may be a list of alternate courses.  Anita is hoping to arrange a ride-share for the March 17 BIOL 325 lab.  Razanne wonders what… Read more »

Three-Minute Thesis Competition Tue, Mar 17, 9:30am to 4:00 pm MDT Online Hosted by FGS news.athabascau.ca/events/three-minute-thesis-competition Access online through above link BMgmt/CPHR Info Session Wed, Mar 18, 5:00 to 6:00 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU Faculty of Business news.athabascau.ca/events/bmgmt-cphr-information-session-20200318 Register through above link BComm/CPA Info Session Thur, Mar 19, 5:00 to 6:00 pm MDT… Read more »

Scholarship name:  Financial Future Scholarship Sponsored by:  InvestmentZen Deadline:  April 1, 2020, 11:59pm GMT Potential payout:  $1000 USD Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be actively enrolled full-time in an accredited college/university (in any country.) What’s required:  A completed online application form, along with a 500-1500 word essay on one of three given financial-related topics. Tips:  Read… Read more »

AthaU Facebook Group Group admin posts a reminder that the group serves as a peer support forum, and is not a substitute for information best obtained directly from AU.  Shauna asks about switching certificate programs; replies direct her to AU advising.  Jacqueline seeks tips for overcoming resistance to essay-writing; many students respond with their best… Read more »