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.
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New life for Dimensions
A little over a year after the program was quietly shut down, it has been quietly revived.
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Breaking barriers: when international students have ADHD
Without accommodations, these students are often left to fend for themselves.
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Drafting the budget for your first SSHRC grant application
Early career researchers tend to be too cautious when budgeting, but if you justify your costs in detail, you will show the reviewers that you have considered all options.
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Take part in UA’s gender equity survey
Help promote strategies towards meaningful change.
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Supporting the career development of Indian international students
Postsecondary career centres in Ontario should consider implementing the Social Cognitive Career Theory for the unique students who have very specific career paths in mind.
Jean-Pierre Bergevin celebrates 50 years at Université de Hearst
The passionate psychologist and teacher is a prominent figure in Hearst’s university community.
International students
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Breaking barriers: when international students have ADHD
Without accommodations, these students are often left to fend for themselves.
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Supporting the career development of Indian international students
Postsecondary career centres in Ontario should consider implementing the Social Cognitive Career Theory for the unique students who have very specific career paths in mind.
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Quebec universities concerned about losing their autonomy
Ottawa has tightened the belt on international student admissions in Canada. Now Quebec wants to implement further changes, but universities are worried the Legault government might go too far.
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Atlantic Canada needs international students
Their presence on university campuses, in communities and businesses across Atlantic Canada creates a distinct, strategic advantage for the region.
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Why are fingers being pointed at racialized international students?
Instead of placing blame, government and institutional actors must reconsider their role within the currently flawed systems in place.
Current Issue
November-December 2024
Keeping Canada's university community informed, inspired and connected
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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.
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Universities should empower artificial intelligence, not denigrate it
Institutions have been distracted from the vast potential of AI and are overreacting to the perceived threats.
The fragile state of student housing
In an unprecedented housing shortage, Canadian and international students are facing a crisis that puts their studies – and their well-being – at risk. But innovative partnerships between universities, governments and private stakeholders are exploring long term solutions.
Research
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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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Canada is falling behind when it comes to HIV research
While efforts to eradicate HIV continue, funding for Canadian researchers is dwindling.
Sponsored Content
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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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The fraud problem: how Educational Credential Evaluators is helping to stop forged documents
From catching fake websites to detecting incorrect diploma seals, their years of experience are interrupting a prevalent practice.
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Editor
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Tara Siebarth
Deputy Editor
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Edward Thomas Swan
Art Director
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Hannah Liddle
Assistant Editor
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Kate Kenyon
Digital Content Creator
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Mohamed Berrada
Francophone Associate Editor
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Marie-Lou Bernatchez
Francophone Journalist
