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Student Sizzle—Following What’s Hot!

Facebook: AI voice for reading your textbook. A student asks which AI voice is preferred for reading textbooks on the Bookshelf app. Two respondents prefer the Australian Catherine and the UK voices. Another student states that swiping the app up from the bottom allows a person to change the voice. Another respondent recommends changing the… Read more »

AU-Thentic Events

Library Chat Tues, Jul 16, 10:30 am to 2:30 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU Library www.athabascau.ca/library/index.html No pre-registration needed; access through chat box on home page Library Chat Thur, Jul 18, 10:30 am to 2:30 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU Library www.athabascau.ca/library/index.html No pre-registration needed; access through chat box on home page Looking… Read more »

Scholarship of the Week!

Scholarship name:  Energy Creates Scholarship Competition Sponsored by:  Energy Creates Deadline:  August 31, 2024, 3:00 pm MT Potential payout:  up to $100,000 Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be aged 15 to 25, be Canadian citizens or Canadian residents, and must be in or will enter into a part- or full-time degree or diploma program at an… Read more »

Student Sizzle—Following What’s Hot!

Facebook: Recommended apps for taking notes. A student requests advice on what app will work seamlessly on a computer and tablet. Most students respond with Microsoft OneNote, which is accessible to Windows laptops, iPads, iPhones, Samsung phones, and Samsung tablets. A student, on occasion, uses multiple devices simultaneously for the same note. Another student uses… Read more »

Student Sizzle—Following What’s Hot!

Facebook: Join the movement to stop student loans going into review.  AU students are joining forces to advocate against their loans going into review.  Those who want to emphasize the relevance of a September start date or who have been adversely impacted by student loans going into review are encouraged to sign an advocacy form. … Read more »

AU-Thentic Events

Library Chat Tues, Jul 9, 10:30 am to 2:30 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU Library www.athabascau.ca/library/index.html No pre-registration needed; access through chat box on home page Library Chat Thur, Jul 11, 10:30 am to 2:30 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU Library www.athabascau.ca/library/index.html No pre-registration needed; access through chat box on home page

Scholarship of the Week!

Scholarship name:  Dennis McGann Bursary Sponsored by:  Columbia Institute Deadline:  August 1, 2024 Potential payout:  $1000 Eligibility restriction:  Applicants must be Canadian Citizens or Landed Immigrants, be enrolled or enrolling in Communications studies at an accredited public post-secondary institution in Canada, and demonstrate financial need. What’s required:  A completed application form, including personal, academic, and… Read more »

Student Sizzle—Following What’s Hot!

Facebook: AI at AU. A student asks about Ametros, the AI at AU, and how it works. A student replied that the AI gives supplementary lessons and coaching for trouble areas. Other students believe Ametros quizzes aren’t calculated in the grades, although Ametros participation may be assessed. Reddit: Financial aid for international students. An international… Read more »