Top StoriesMaking the GradeKimberley DaresNow that the semester has passed the half way point if there is one class that just is not going as well as planned it isn’t too late to salvage a decent grade. There are several ways to improve class marks at this point in the semester.
See the professor or teacher’s assistant and ask for clarification on things that are not quite making sense. Professors have office hours for a reason, do not hesitate to stop by and ask if there is something that you do not understand. If emailing the professor is easier, be sure they list email as an appropriate way to contact them on the syllabus, and double check what email address they ask correspondence to be sent to. Also when emailing them treat it like you are writing a formal essay, use proper grammar and sentence structure and of course your manners!
If class attendance has been a problem do not expect the professor to be particularly sympathetic to your plight. The Globe and Mail Releases Results of Canadian University SurveyKimberley DaresThe Globe and Mail recently surveyed over 38,000 undergraduate students at over 53 institutions in Canada, the results of which were published last week. It describes Halifax as the “Ultimate College Town.” It earns this title for being “a large city with a small city feel as well as home to top class universities and fine drinking establishments.”
The rankings separate universities by number of students, and a letter grade is applied to each. This article will focus on the rankings of the five major Nova Scotian universities.
Atrium Grand Opening CeremonyKimberley DaresIf you were in or around the Atrium last Tuesday you may have noticed a lot of hoopla with CTV cameras present, speeches from university officials and of course the free cookies and beverages!
This event was held to celebrate the official grand opening of the Atrium and Global Learning Commons. Although students have been able to sit on those lovely new chairs for a few weeks the ceremony was important in recognizing the significance of the Atrium to campus.
Be Fire SafeKimberley DaresIn elementary school everyone learns the “stop, drop and roll” routine in case of a fire, schools hold many fire drills and teachers encourage their students to make and practice a fire escape plan at home. Fire safety and prevention doesn’t get less important with age. Living in an apartment away from home offers a lot of freedom, but also a lot of responsibility.
If one hasn’t been provided in your apartment take the time to come up with a fire escape route. Sit down with your roommates over coffee or pizza and come up with an evacuation plan in case of a fire; have at least two ways out of the building. Also take a trip to Wal-Mart or Canadian Tire and buy a fire extinguisher to keep in a central and accessible location. They are inexpensive and available in a variety of sizes. |
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