UQAC deregisters 104 students: miscalculation or essential measure?
This is the first time this has happened on this scale in the Quebec higher education system.
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The importance of cultivating social connection at universities
With feelings of loneliness and isolation higher than ever, social connection is a key driver to support student mental health.
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Rethinking the role of social sciences and humanities to help drive innovation and productivity
Ted Hewitt, president of the Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada, discusses the need to think differently about how we measure and report the impact of humanities-related research.
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Addressing the gap in academic professionalization for graduate students
Academic support units have an important role to play in the professionalization of graduate students.
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International graduate students should not be charged different fees
Why it’s time to reconsider our fee policies.
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The New Frontiers in Research Fund: peer reviewers’ perspectives
Often, interdisciplinary research projects don’t fit into the standard funding competition requirements, but the NFRF values true interdisciplinarity.
Taking stock: Multiple perspectives on pro-Palestinian protests
Activists and administrations from Halifax to Nanaimo review policies after this spring’s pro-Palestinian encampments.
International students
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International graduate students should not be charged different fees
Why it’s time to reconsider our fee policies.
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How university education prepares students to be engaged and informed citizens
Instructors across all disciplines can advance citizenship development through knowledge and skills training.
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“Ici, on parle français”: Navigating graduate studies as an anglophone/allophone in a francophone environment
Four non-francophone graduate students reflect on their experiences studying at Université Laval.
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International student fallout hits the bottom line
Postsecondary sector taking pre-emptive measures to mitigate financial crisis exacerbated by cuts to international study permits.
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The complex costs of Quebec’s international student policy reforms
International students have gone from being seen as the solution to many issues to the problem.
Current Issue
November-December 2024
Keeping Canada's university community informed, inspired and connected
Browse the current issue SubscribeArtificial intelligence
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Focusing on GenAI detection is a no-win approach for instructors
As GenAI continues to evolve faster than the tools to detect it, capturing all student use of AI is nearly impossible.
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Supporting students in the age of GenAI
Universities need to rethink student discipline when it comes to reinforcing academic integrity.
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New AI-themed book focuses on the importance of preserving human agency
The authors advocate for a human-centred approach to the educational applications of AI.
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Prof pas prof, j’y vais: under AI’s spell
Shining a humorous light on some of the tasks that academics deal with on a regular basis.
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Student-run AI clubs are filling a vital knowledge gap
How AI enthusiasts are disrupting linear learning.
Activists-in-residence enrich and test universities
New programs are emerging on campuses across the country, but finding funding for these positions is a challenge.
Research
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U of T prof’s animatronic puppets are inspiring kids to use tech as a tool for creativity
‘It’s a bit of a stealth STEM program.’
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Engaging the public in sidewalk astronomy
The #popscope project energizes public spaces through experiential, free-choice learning.
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McGill researchers help advance genetic research through a video game
Borderlands Science, a mini-game within the popular Borderlands 3 video game is putting a new spin on citizen science.
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Reclaiming open access
It’s time to prioritize investments in open infrastructure to realize truly transformational open access.
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Researchers help fill information gap on abortion options with new decision aid
‘When you look online for anything about abortion, it is very difficult to know what you’re reading is legitimate and accurate,’ says one of the creators.
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Meet Wisdom Tettey, Carleton University’s new president
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Thompson Rivers University seeks experts to shape the future of online education
Subject matter experts collaborate with instructional designers to create high quality content for online courses.
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AI in Education Forum 2024: Unleashing AI’s potential for transformative learning
This groundbreaking conference on AI is organized by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications.
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Innovation and ethics in the age of AI – meeting Canadian student expectations for access and pace of change
Artificial intelligence has swiftly become a transformative force in higher education, reshaping the student journey from induction to learning outcomes.
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