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Tanya's Kinesiology Co-op: A Challenging Experience

Science

Tanya's two co-op terms lead to two very different co-op experiences. In this two-part post, she shares the differences between them, and what she learned from them.

By: Tanya Jung 512 reads | 0 comments
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Opening Doors In Your Job Search With Statistics & Data Analysis

Statistics

The information economy of the 21st century demands us to adapt to its emphasis on extracting insight from data. Proficiency in basic statistics and data analysis will give you an edge in most fields working with information. 

By: Eric Cai 279 reads | 0 comments
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An Elders Teachings on Being a Student

Indigenous Community Stories

Saahiilthit (Gerry) Oleman, an elder of the Stl’atl’imx Nation shares his teachings with Aboriginal students about education.

By: Christina Coolidge 126 reads | 0 comments
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Volunteer for Ricepaper

Volunteering

Find out how you can help out with Ricepaper Magazine and their many opportunities. Read on to understand what this magazine does!

By: Karen Cui 113 reads | 0 comments
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Go Ahead, Contradict Yourself

Career Services

Life is full of contradictions, especially when emotions are taken into account - and careers for that matter. This isn't always easy to acknowledge, and it can be incredibly difficult to act on, but it's also an inescapable fact of life, and as such, of career development. So go ahead, contradict yourself.

By: David Lindskoog 231 reads | 0 comments
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Volunteering in an Area Unrelated to Your Field of Study

Opportunities

Check out what skills and experiences you can gain from trying something completely different! Read on to learn about Rebekah's experience and how you can get involved too.

By: Rebekah Abebe 143 reads | 0 comments
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Q & A with Mary Temple

Indigenous Community Stories

Mary Temple will be completing her degree at SFU in the fall. Read about her experiences growing up in northern BC and where her education has taken her thus far.

By: Christina Coolidge 183 reads | 0 comments
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Does Humour Work At Work?

CSI Blog

Do you have a sense of humour? Do you believe that humour at work helps you improve productivity, boost morale or even breed creativity?

By: Jeannie Chong 429 reads | 0 comments
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Mentor Your Way

Personal Development

Do you know what Bill Gates, Yves Saint Laurent, and Plato have in common? They all had incredible mentors. Whether you’re beginning your career journey or you are well on your way, it is always nice to have someone along for the ride who can provide you guidance, support, and wisdom.

By: Jeannie Chong 392 reads | 0 comments
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The First Day of Volunteering with a New Organization

Volunteer Services

Rebekah has some great insight to ease your first day jitters! Read on to see what advice she has to offer on making a good first impression.

By: Rebekah Abebe 133 reads | 0 comments
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Our History is Your History

Indigenous

June is Aboriginal History month. It is an opportunity to share, not only the troubling reality behind the Aboriginal/Canadian relationship, but to understand the impactful and important contributions to Canadian society by the Indigenous cultures of this country.

By: Christina Coolidge 250 reads | 0 comments
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Balance

Life Balance

Jeff has some words of inspiration for those trying to find balance between school, work and everything inbetween. Read on to find out how volunteering can help you achieve balance!

By: Jeff Anthony 69 reads | 0 comments
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Volunteer for Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon

Volunteering

Learn why you should volunteer for a Half-Marathon & 5K and how! Sabrina has all the resources you need to get involved in this great opportunity.

By: Sabrina Azaria 138 reads | 0 comments
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Volunteering as an International Student

ENGAGE

Find out how volunteering to mentor international students can help your career! Jeff shares his experience and how it can help you!

By: Jeff Anthony 154 reads | 0 comments
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Choosing the Dreaded Morning Shift

ENGAGE

Find out why you should be taking the morning shift for volunteer positions. Rebekah shares her experience waking up early and getting engaged!

By: Rebekah Abebe 104 reads | 0 comments
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Engineering with IBM: A World Without Borders

Applied Sciences

Computer Engineering student, Harpeet Basaron is currently on a 16-month co-op term with IBM. Read how her time in Toronto has allowed her to broaden her career horizons, as she left the province to set out on her own, overcoming new challenges and career experiences.

 

By: Harpreet Basraon 606 reads | 0 comments
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My Mother's Daughter

Indigenous Community Stories

As I watched my Mother walk across the stage accepting handshakes and hugs along with her degree, I started to wonder how well we really ever know a person. My Mom, now a University graduate, has been so many different things in my life, but how well do I really know this woman?

By: Christina Coolidge 138 reads | 0 comments
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Ricepaper Magazine Seeks Videographer Intern

Volunteering

Find out how you can get involved with Ricepaper Magazine and gain awesome video experience! Sabrina shares her experience and how you can benefit too!

By: Sabrina Azaria 81 reads | 0 comments
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Q & A With a Metis Graduate

Indigenous Community Stories

Sandy Coolidge is over 50, a mother of three, and now a graduate of NVIT's social work program. She shares her experiences as a Metis woman and student.

By: Christina Coolidge 218 reads | 0 comments
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Work Towards Your Career, Not an Hourly Wage

Volunteering

Taking summer courses or working for the summer? Thinking about what to do during summer? Why not spend some time volunteering? You’ll be surprised about how much you can gain from a valuable volunteer experience.

By: Jeannie Chong 379 reads | 0 comments
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