Meaghan Hagerty started in August, “holding down the fort” for Wellness Coordinator Chelsea Corsi, who had taken semester off for a refreshing and recharging leave…
Between teaching and counselling, Kathy Lauriente welcomes the variety between clinical and educational work. Both domains “supports and inspires one another” creating a cyclical element…
Nearing the end of Kevin Clyde’s co-op work term, Orientation and Transitions Coordinator Julie Taylor reflects on their time together; she credits Kevin’s student perspective…
My name is Yassiir Chady, Technical Support Intern at Visual Statement Inc., working on my second eight-month work-term. Visual Statement is one of the leading…
“I just want to quit everything, curl up and binge watch Netflix until I die.” Deep breaths, all. It’s “that” point in the semester. Crumbling…
Bachelor of Arts alumnus Will George was determined to find career success upon graduation and as B.C.’s youngest Manager of Economic Development and Tourism he is…
There’s nothing quite as daunting as the first day on the job. The days and weeks to follow can have endless twists and turns, curveballs…
My name is Cameron Weir, co-op student at TRU. My four-month co-op work term in the Economic Development Office in the City of West Kelowna…
When Alex Wilson was in her third year of university, she began branching out beyond her course load, taking on volunteer projects and extracurricular assignments.…
Conversations around sexuality and consent can feel awkward and uncomfortable, but it’s essential to speak up. Why not sit down with a cup of tea…
My name is Andrew Lamb and I’m currently on an eight-month work term as an Information Systems Co-op at Teck Resources, a mining company that…
by Lachlan Gonzales Gerunds and infinitives can replace a noun in a sentence. Gerund = the present participle (-ing) form of the verb, e.g., singing, dancing,…
What does HIV testing look like? Jenna Ziegler, nurse with the Health Outreach Team at Interior Health, says it starts with a conversation. “First, we…
“Nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an uncompleted task.” – William James “If it weren’t for the last minute, nothing would…
Upcoming networking opportunities Of all the ways to pick up career advice, among the best is from the mouths of those who have been in…
My name is Emma Read. I’m on a four-month work term as a Laboratory Safety Assistant at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. I have many responsibilities…
The following article about the Wellness Centre's upcoming Consent Tea event appeared in the Nov. 1, 2016 online edition of University Affairs. The Wellness…
Campus life is a hive of activity, a cluster of classes, a flurry of unfamiliar faces. It can be invigorating—or terrifying. Friendships might feel hard…
The Halloween spirit is alive and well at Student Services. Dean of Students Christine Adam (as Gru from Despicable Me), poses with her many Minions…
Are you a university student needing work experience? Want to engage in the community? Interested in volunteering but not sure how to get started? The…
