After spending over 280 practicum hours with the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), Bachelor of Social Work students Jayden Scherbarth and Karlie Clarke engaged in…

The benefits of physical activity are truly bountiful; exercise can decrease stress, prevent illness, bolster self-esteem, enhance overall well-being, and foster academic performance. Of course,…

Tourism student Puneet Malik supported planning for orientation and transition events and programming as a learning strategist (co-op) with the Office of Student Life. Starting…

Assistive technology specialists understand that productivity and focus are important for academic well-being but that managing your mental health is equally, if not more, important.…

Assistive technology specialists from Accessibility Services recommend the digital flashcard app Quizlet to help retain information. As a student, determining which study methods were most…

Student storyteller Amna Qazi wanted to learn more about the features and benefits of Read&Write, so she connected with an Assistive Technology Specialist to make…

Setting personal boundaries is often a bittersweet experience. You want to respect your instincts and needs, but don’t want to hurt feelings. When it comes…

Learning strategist Erin Pincott received her Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies from TRU in 2018. As a student, she competed on the TRU curling team and…

Assistive Technology Specialists understand the many ways that being distracted impacts productivity and time management. Try the Bear Focus timer to help you stay focused…

Assistive technology specialists recommend using a Microsoft To-Do task management app to help plan and organize the day. Making lists has many benefits — they…

Assistive technology specialists recommend Microsoft OneNote for taking detailed, organized  easily accessible notes. OneNote is a free digital notetaking app that is available on all…

When it comes to planning and customizing your course load semester after semester, Academic Advising is a resource hub for students. Before we go any…

When tragedy strikes or the unthinkable happens, all of life’s responsibilities seem inconsequential. Unfortunately, even though our hearts are broken, the world dares to continue…

Volunteering is critical to professional development for a multitude of reasons: you can gain experience in different areas and discover what tasks you enjoy doing;…

Visiting a doctor can be an overwhelming experience. If you’re feeling rushed, nervous, intimidated or embarrassed, you might leave the appointment feeling like you didn’t…

Approaching graduation, convocation, and the end of student life can be exciting but also potentially overwhelming. Follow this checklist throughout the year for a smoother…

Robin Arundel and Dea Hanifaputri always dreaded group projects, but in their quest to survive as students, they found ways to thrive. Learn from their…

Ramadan is a sacred month for Muslims around the world, characterized by a full month of obligatory fasting and a spiritual cleanse. When this holy…

When it comes to attending your instructor’s office hours, it can be especially daunting when you’re not sure how to approach the material. Do you…

Student Wellness Ambassador and Storyteller Samiul Khan was curious but nervous about Therapy Dog Thursdays and wanted to learn how to connect in a way…