Free Abortion Pills, Working for Greater Gender Equity, and More in Ontario budget The National Post reported that the “governing Liberals” of Ontario are investing in education, expanded social programs, health care, and pilot projects. Charles Sousa, finance minister, said the financial books are balanced and permits Ontario to invest in drug coverage, health care,… Read more »
AthaU Facebook Group Stephanie is curious if other students read their textbooks or just skim. Jeffi celebrates the end of studying for summer. Kari wonders if zip files can be uploaded through a course site. Oxana seeks info on course extension deadlines. Other posts include AU website outage, English majors, and courses COMM 329, ECON… Read more »
Canadian school boards a bit under fire The Globe and Mail reported that the Ontario Public School Boards provide an explanation on their website on the “archaic entities” ?even existing in 2017.? The explainer describes the indispensable role of the school trustees in the protection of Canadian democratic heritage. “The truth is that most school… Read more »
Scholarship name: Global Teletherapy Academic Excellence Award Sponsored by: Global Teletherapy Deadline: May 15, 2017 Potential payout: $1000 Eligibility restriction: Applicants must be enrolled in college or university during the 2017-2018 academic year and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. What’s required: Contact and student info, unofficial transcript, and a 2000-word essay explaining… Read more »
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Business Undergraduate Info Session Monday, May 1, 5:00 to 6:00 pm MDT Online Hosted by AU’s Faculty of Business http://business.athabascau.ca/event-details/business-undergraduate-information-session2/ register online at above address Mitacs Funding Programs for Graduate Students Tuesday, May 2, 1:00 to 2:00 pm MDT Peace Hills Trust Building, Room 1217 In person and online Hosted by AU’s Faculty of Graduate… Read more »
AthaU Facebook Group Heidi announces AU’s revamped website is ready for exploring. Laurie expresses concern that her final mark from a course finished in February is still not available. Komal wonders if it is advisable to get an undergrad and grad degree at the same institution. Jesse asks if course materials will be shipped right… Read more »
Malala Yousafzai Challenges Ottawa to make headway in education The National Post reports that the teenage Nobel Prize winner, UN Messenger of Peace, and now honorary Canadian citizen, Malala Yousafzai. spoke on “hope, perseverance and inspiration.” As well, Malala is known as an advocate for girls’ education. She talked about the difficulties girls face. “?… Read more »
Scholarship name: NEADS National Student Awards Sponsored by: National Educational Association of Disabled Students Deadline: April 30, 2017 Potential payout: $1000 to $5000 Eligibility restriction: Applicants must have a permanent disability (as defined on NEADS’ website), be citizens or permanent residents of Canada, and be currently registered in a full-time (at least 40% course load)… Read more »
AthaU Facebook Group Shivani seeks insight into the French program. Paul seeks study tips for the PSYC 333 exam. Jessica wonders if It’s difficult to obtain professor approval for those courses that require it. Other posts include AU’s psychology program,exam invigilation, easy courses for summer, and AU’s game development and programming certificate. Twitter @AthabascaU tweets:… Read more »