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«Advice» column

Can I Change My Major?

November 24th, 2012; By Erik McKay

If this is your first year in university or college, you will have now made it through your first semester. At this point, you may be questioning if you made […]


Try Courses That Seem Interesting To You

November 24th, 2012; By Kevin Sexton

With a new semester almost upon us, it may be time for you to choose specific classes that can help you get where you want to go. Choosing a major […]


The Power of the W’s

November 19th, 2012; By Kevin Sexton

You’ve probably heard of the five W’s a million times in class. This little family of questions – “Who, what, where, when, why” and their cousin “how” – are memorized […]


Prepping For A New Semester

November 19th, 2012; By Pat Dwyer

The beginning of a new semester can be a nerve-racking time for students, particularly those that are entering college or university for the first time. If you are concerned about […]


Choosing A Career Path

October 22nd, 2012; By Kathleen Gerry

Whether you are in grade 8 or grade 12, there is always pressure to choose a career. While the pressure increases as you get closer to graduation, it’s never a […]


The Bully, The Bullied and The Bystander

October 21st, 2012; By Joy Kita

There is a dangerous notion of what normal is for today’s young person, defined in part by media images, Hollywood and reality television. The rest in a cocktail definition is […]


Making A Great Impression: 10 Tips For Job and Scholarship Applications

October 20th, 2012; By Roger Simmons

Are you applying for a job or scholarship? The following list of pitfalls to avoid apply to ALL aspects of the process: resumes, cover letters, essays, and even your interview […]