Student Life

A Checklist for International Students Studying in Canada

By STUDENT AWARDS TEAM

Choosing a University the Right Distance from Home

By STUDENT AWARDS TEAM

Avoid Picking a University for the Wrong Reason

By STUDENT AWARDS TEAM
Student Life
A Checklist for International Students Studying in Canada
International students who plan to attend college or university in Canada need to consider what...
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Choosing a University the Right Distance from Home
Choosing a university is a huge decision. One thing to decide when determining where to...
Student Life
Avoid Picking a University for the Wrong Reason
Picking a university is a big decision. After all, this is where you are going...
Student Life
Leaving High School Behind: Tips For Transitioning to Post-Secondary
Written by Jasmeet Bhandal You just graduated from high school. You got all your credits...
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Study Abroad
Why Travel Is Important For The Student Experience
Written by Amanda Noor When you hear the word “travel”, what do you think of?...
Student Life
How To Transition From High School To Postsecondary Education
By Ingrid Wang The transition from high school to postsecondary is a daunting one—it signals...
Schools & Programs
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How to Choose a Thesis Topic You’ll Stick With
Written by Raven Wilkinson In grad school, and your fourth year of undergrad (for social...
Schools & Programs
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Advice For Picking Post-Secondary Courses
By Blanka Stepankova The process of picking your post-secondary courses can be challenging because there...
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4 Student-Friendly Places to Study
The perfect study spot is closer than you think! In your average household, distractions make...
Finances
Schools & Programs
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Are You Eligible For The CERB?
The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) provides $2,000 for a four-week period. To those who...
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How Will COVID-19 Impact Summer Jobs?
Were you expecting to work a summer job, an internship, or coop placement as soon...
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How To Deal With Anxiety During The COVID-19 Crisis
Anxiety is a normal reaction to the uncertainty facing us. We worry about our own...
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How I Got Accepted to Journalism at Carleton University
Here’s the exact step-by-step process I used to apply to and eventually get accepted to...
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What If I Hate My Roommate?
Sometimes roommates don't get along. If this happens to you, check out how these students...
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It’s Time To Get Rid Of The Student Leader
Schools need to provide serious, meaningful and daily guidance to young people, the majority of...
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How Many Grade 12 Courses Should I Take?
Is it worth taking 8 courses in your last year of high school? See what...
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Tips for First-Time Roommates
How can you make living with a roommate for the first time... stress-free? These students...
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Exam and Memorization Tips For Auditory and Visual Learners
Get exam and memorization tips based on your preferred learning methods from students themselves!
Schools & Programs
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Are Flashcards Actually Good For Studying?
Students explain their experience when using flash cards to study for exams in post-secondary school.
Schools & Programs
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Exam Tips For Students, From Students
Are you getting ready to study for those exams? Whether you're facing multiple-choice or essay...
Schools & Programs
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How Do Students Study For Post-Secondary Exams?
From study environments to study groups and note-taking, students offer their best exam prep tips!
Finances
Student Life
How Do I Know When to Buy Textbooks?
The cost of textbooks can eat up a student's budget, easily. How do you know...
Finances
Student Life
Save Money On Textbooks
How can you save money when it comes to textbooks? To most of you, this...
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5 Tips for Writing University Exams
How can you better prepare for university exams? Student Awards asked award-winning professors Roger Moore...
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Benefits of Non-Semestered High Schools
Why are students raving about non-semestered high schools? Is it really a better option? Check...
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Thanks For Giving Me The Push I Needed
Students thank their educators for giving them a necessary push. Turns out there’s a lot...
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Thanks For Turning A Subject I Hated Into A Subject I Love
Has a teacher ever changed your mind about a subject? Did they help you find...
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Study Abroad
Managing Your Time – The Key to Successfully Studying Abroad
How can you better manage your time so you don't exhaust yourself while studying abroad?...
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New Year’s Resolutions for Students
Raise your hand if you set New Year's resolutions for yourself each year. Now, keep...
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Questions Most Commonly Asked by First Year University Students
Have you ever asked any of these questions in class? See which questions are genuinely...
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Residence: Dorm vs. Suite?
Which residence is better suited for your student lifestyle? These are real student recommendations regarding...
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Study Abroad
Learning French Can Open Doors
Can you speak French? If you're on the fence about continuing your language studies, see...
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Living Away From Home
Homesickness is a real thing when you move away for post-secondary school. Here are some...
Finances
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Living It Up On a Student Budget
The cost of living isn't cheap for students, but there's a ton of ways you...
Professors
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Study Abroad
Home Games: Family Discussions About Your Higher Education
So, your family expects you to be a hotshot lawyer but you want to find...
Student Life
Practice Doing What You Love, So You Can Make It Your Job
Just because it's your dream job doesn't mean it will be handed to you. Be...
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If You Think Your Roommate Is Bad…
Have you heard any really horrible roommate stories? We have quite a few to share!
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Finding a Fabulous Reference
Do you need an incredible reference letter for a scholarship, job, or post-secondary school? Here's...
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Study Abroad
Working or Studying Abroad: Culture Shock Doesn’t Have to be a Shock!
Culture shock can be difficult, especially when you're not expecting it to hit you. So...
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Study Abroad
Curb Your Campus Shock!
Post-secondary can be scary for first-year students. You're diving into the unknown and there's a...
Student Life
Avoiding the Dreaded “Freshman 15”
When you start post-secondary, it's easy to pick up bad habits that can lead to...
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Best Roommates: Friends or Classmates?
Trying to decide whether your roommate should be a friend or a classmate? We have...
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10 Ways to Get “Geared Up” for School
How can you prepare for another school year? By giving yourself reasons to be amped...
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Important Tips for First-Year University Students
Are you entering your first year of university? Check out these tips to make your...
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5 Tips for Students Living Away From Home
Are you a student living away from home? Maybe in residence? Here are some tips...