Entries from November 2009

November 20, 2009

Beginning to prepare for finals

I definitely struggled with time-management and study skills throughout university. It took me a few years (not to mention my fair share of all-nighters) to finally master the art of studying and multi-tasking. Let me share a few oh-so wise words of wisdom…

November 19, 2009

Complete your degree at RDC

You came here for a great start to your post-secondary education, but did you know you can also stay for a great finish?

November 18, 2009

Get involved- 6th Annual Student Perspectives Conference

Help organize the 2010 SPC by joining the SPC Committee. You can assist with the event publicity, set-up, planning and abstract review. Volunteering looks great on your resume and when applying to grad school.
Interested in joining the Student Perspectives Committee? Contact Christina Verticchio for more information.
The Student Perspectives Conference is an opportunity for students to [...]

November 13, 2009

Life after graduation

When I finished at the U of C last December, I had an anxiety attack of sorts. On one hand I was proud of myself for completing my degree, but on the other I was scared to leave the structured environment that university offered. I realized I had no idea where to go from here. [...]

November 10, 2009

Let’s talk about STRESS

While midterms are over, assignments and research papers are piling up. Not to mention those readings you promised you would read last week that you still haven’t got to. Are you feeling stressed? Worried that you won’t fit it all in? Here are a few pointers to help you keep everything in perspective.

November 5, 2009

Why a BA?

What can I do with a BA? This is a question I have heard a lot over the past few weeks, yet I still don’t know how to answer it completely. The reason being, having a BA does not train you specifically for one career, like nursing or engineering. A BA gives you the education [...]