we’re continuing our celebration of two decades of Voice history with an in-depth look at our very first issue. Called The Paper, it was published in the spring of 1993. Last week we learned some general trivia about the premiere issue. Now we’ll dip into the pages to see what news and views were important… Read more »
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but what about the spoken word? Sometimes, it can be of priceless value?especially when experiencing literary works. If you love audiobooks, have vision issues, or just want to experience literature from a different perspective, be sure to check out the fantastic resources offered by LibriVox, an ?acoustical… Read more »
At Home: Healthy Grads Midway through high school, report cards start really mattering. A poor report can affect your future, while a really good one can work toward securing that coveted spot at a top-tier university. At one New Brunswick high school the 10th-graders are receiving a different kind of report?one which can impact their… Read more »
One of the top holiday gifts this year was LEGO sets?and whether the recipient was a child or adult, chances are that You’re still finding tiny bricks in corners and under sofas and behind the drapes. To ease the LEGO-induced frustration, this week’s links look at the history of the popular toy, and give a… Read more »
AUSU congratulates new party leaders! AU students are spread all over Canada and the world, but AU’s funding comes from the Government of Alberta, so It’s important for us, as AU students, to remain aware of political issues in Alberta. Alberta’s political parties have recently undergone some transitions, as both the Progressive Conservative and Liberal… Read more »
A picture may be worth a thousand words, but what about the spoken word? Sometimes, it can be of priceless value?especially when experiencing literary works. If you love audiobooks, have vision issues, or just want to experience literature from a different perspective, be sure to check out the fantastic resources offered by LibriVox, an ?acoustical… Read more »
Holiday blues got you saying, ?Bah humbug?? Sometimes the commercialism, the crowds, and the stress of family expectations can put us in a less than festive mood. To get back in the spirit of the season, seek out heartwarming reminders of the good humanity is capable of doing. Get out the Kleenex, and start clicking!… Read more »
At Home: Dreaming of a White Christmas In the classic Christmas film, Bing Crosby’s ?dreaming of a white Christmas.? Regardless of whether the movie created the expectation, countless revellers now wish for a white blanket of snow to get them in a seasonal mood. What are the chances that your region will have snow in… Read more »
It’s hard to believe that the year is drawing to a close. As our final issue of 2011 goes live, we’d like to express our gratitude to our extended Voice family: the wonderful writers, contributors, and readers who make doing what we do worthwhile. The Voice Magazine will be on break for the holidays as… Read more »
If you have undergraduate courses ending December 31, 2011, you’ll want to note the University’s special holiday exam procedures?and order your final examinations as soon as possible. If your course contract date is December 31, you must submit your exam requests before the University closes for the holidays. Athabasca University will be closed from December… Read more »