A Review of U of A’s Learning Remotely eClass
In order to help students out, the University of Alberta has created and released an eClass course that gives students tips and suggestions for improving their online learning experience.
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How to Navigate the U of A Student Experience This Fall
Here’s what you need to know about how to access student services remotely, and when you might need to visit campus in-person.
7 Things to Consider Before University Starts (Fall 2020)
The usual sense of back-to-school anticipation and excitement may be a bit different this year because of COVID-19 and remote learning, but consider this the most unique university experience you’ll ever have!
My Transition to the Online World
UAlberta international student Gurbani Baweja shares her top tips for succeeding in the transition to online learning.
Q&A with Becca Tanner, MSc Physical Therapy
We asked Becca Tanner, one of our Calgary-based MSc students, what it was like to learn from home last academic year. Read about her experiences and discover some tips for success in this new learning environment.
Reaching Out For Academic Help (Online!) as an Overacheiver
Reaching out for help can be tough — there are all sorts of stigmas attached to it. We often fear asking stupid questions, or seeming too vulnerable or needy.
Building community: How student groups are welcoming students in Fall 2020
The Interdepartmental Science Students' Society shares some of its plans to build community remotely in Fall 2020.
Students supporting students in Fall 2020
Senior Faculty of Science students build community as they welcome—and support—new students.
Starting my co-op from home
The way the role is going to be executed is going to be vastly different than for my predecessor because of where COVID-19 has left us.
Going back to the same school but in a very different way.
It’s clear that when classes start in September, it’ll be different from any September we’ve experienced.
What it was like to be a student abroad when COVID-19 was declared a pandemic
"Our reality for three weeks was hiking and sampling water and really focusing on doing good science. And then it took such a turn."
How COVID-19 is affecting our relationships
March 17 was the last time I hung out with humans other than my family, and since then I’ve been hunkered down in my home doing what I can to help our community and reduce the spread of COVID-19
5 healthy habits to practice while in self-isolation
As self-isolation continues, it’s time to consider implementing healthy habits to make us feel healthier and more productive.
An international student’s thoughts on the COVID-19 experience
"When I decided to go to school away from home, I never imagined this scenario."
5 (and 1/2) tips to stay scholastically motivated for the rest of winter term
Find strategies to help you carry on with your studies and make the most of the new virtual normal.