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AUSU Update

This space is provided free to AUSU: The Voice does not create or edit this content. Contact services@ausu.org with any questions. IMPORTANT DATES May 20: AUSU Public Council Meeting May 30: Deadline to apply for course extension for June Note: Extension deadline exceptions may apply. See AU website. Jun 10: Deadline to register in a… Read more »

AU-Thentic Events

General Q & A about AU May 20, time t.b.a. Online Hosted by AU www.athabascau.ca/online-learning/how-au-works/open-house/ Register through above link AUSU Council Meeting Wed, May 20, 6:30 to 8:00 pm MDT Teleconference Hosted by AUSU www.ausu.org/event/may-council-meeting-6/ No pre-registration required; e-mail governance@ausu.org for meeting package MBA for Executives Thur, May 21, 10:00 to 11:00 am MDT Online… Read more »

Student Sizzle—AU Social Media

AthaU Facebook Group Jack shares concerns that more course texts are changing to e-texts; this spurs quite a bit of input from other students, the student union, and AU itself.  New student Shelby asks for guidance navigating her first course and many students pitch in to point the way.  Kimberly is experiencing problems accessing e-materials… Read more »

Scholarship of the Week!

Scholarship name:  Global Lift Equipment Scholarship Sponsored by:  Global Lift Equipment Deadline:  June 15, 2020 Potential payout:  $500 Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be residents of Canada or the U.S., be currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution in Canada or the U.S. in the fall of 2020, and have a GPA of 2.5… Read more »

Get Ready to Apply for the Canada Emergency Student Benefit

A message for your students – Get ready to apply for the Canada Emergency Student Benefit Supporting students during this time of crisis is an integral part of the Government of Canada’s economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic. From interruptions in their studies and significantly reduced employment and developmental opportunities, Canadian students are facing serious… Read more »

Student Sizzle—AU Social Media

AthaU Facebook Group Katt posts the magic words, “print or digital,” and a lengthy conversation ensues about textbook preference (spoiler alert:  print wins!)  Jesse wonders what the status is for courses with print exams; responders suggest some are still on hold but suggest to check with the course tutor for an update.  Sibylle got dinged… Read more »

Scholarship of the Week

Scholarship name:  Got a Spine Scholarship Sponsored by:  Arctic Chiropractic Deadline:  June 2, 2020, 11:59 pm EST Potential payout:  $500 Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be Canadian or U.S. residents, be attending university or college in Canada or the U.S. full-time as of October, 2020, and have a GPA of 2.5 or greater. What’s required:  A… Read more »

AU-Thentic Events

Online MBA ApplicationWebinar Wed, May 13, 10:00 to 11:00 am MDT Online Hosted by AU Faculty of Business news.athabascau.ca/events/online-mba-application-webinar-20200513 Register through above link Hack the Library – Using Discover to Access Journal Articles, Books, and E-Books Wed, May 13, 4:00 to 5:30 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU Library library.athabascau.ca/orientations.html No pre-registration necessary; access through… Read more »

AUSU Update

This space is provided free to AUSU: The Voice does not create or edit this content. Contact services@ausu.org with any questions. IMPORTANT DATES May 10: Deadline to register in a course starting Jun 1 May 15: Jun degree requirements deadline May 20: AUSU Public Council Meeting May 30: Deadline to apply for course extension for… Read more »

Vintage Voice

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10.  Mothers have featured in many Voice articles over the years; here are two perspectives. Who are we saving the good china for?  Debbie Jabbour recalls her mother’s good china, and who was special enough to use it.  “Every once in a while she would pull out the lace tablecloth,… Read more »