The long weekend is behind us, and that may have brought an unsettling thought. we’re on the cusp of summer, which means swimsuits, shorts, and tank tops?putting on display a whole lot of winter flabbiness that might make us long for the days of parkas. It’s not too late to get in shape for summer,… Read more »
Are you graduating this spring? Whether You’re looking forward to walking across the stage to receive your diploma, planning on attending in absentia, or just curious about the whole process, Athabasca University’s Convocation page is your clearinghouse for information about the big day. The page, maintained by the University, includes information on daily schedules; how… Read more »
At Home: One-Way Ticket to Mars Bored? Had it with this place? Ready to make a new start?on a different planet? Sign up to take a one-way trip to Mars and become a part of a reality show That’s all about new beginnings. As the CBC reports, at least 35 Canadians have applied to join… Read more »
You may have just missed Bike to Work Week (May 13-17), but the whole month of May is National Bike Month, and It’s the perfect time to remember your bicycle. Cycling is full of benefits?including fresh air and exercise, not to mention the earth-friendly side?and the weather’s finally getting good enough to lure us outdoors…. Read more »
Are you graduating this spring? Whether You’re looking forward to walking across the stage to receive your diploma, planning on attending in absentia, or just curious about the whole process, Athabasca University’s Convocation page is your clearinghouse for information about the big day. The page, maintained by the University, includes information on daily schedules; how… Read more »
At Home: Drink Your Heritage Move over, Canadian brews: foamy mugs of beer are about to be replaced as Canadians? beverage of choice. Or maybe not. As The Toronto Star reports, there’s a new drink on the market, and It’s exclusive to Canada: poutine-flavoured pop. That’s right. The Seattle-based Jones Soda Co., which has previously… Read more »
If the spring weather isn’t enough to motivate you to get cleaning, organizing, and purging, consider this: Friday, May 10 is also known as National Clean Up Your Room Day. What better excuse to tackle the job? Click through these links for inspiration, get our your mop and a big black garbage bag, and get… Read more »
At Home: Go South Sure, snowbirds may not love cold Canadian winters. But for those who are equally fed up with chilly springs, there’s some good news: they can now spend a bit more time in the sun before coming home. As the Sault Star reports, a recent immigration reform bill in the US may… Read more »
Iron Man 3 is out this weekend (Tony Stark!), which means a renewed interest in comic book-style superheroes. What do you know about Canadian superheroes? Free comics? Real-life super powers and caped crusaders? Click through the links to discover the fact and the fiction. Heroes of the North Heroes of the North is breaking new… Read more »
Have a question you need answered? Confused about that mathematical concept and need some one-on-one help? Lost, stuck, or unable to wait for formal help via your course tutor? Student of Fortune may have your answers?literally. The online service pairs up students and would-be tutors without a formalized arrangement like many tutoring organizations require. The… Read more »