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Five tips for school-work-life balance as a student
I struggled to achieve a school-work-life balance, which caused a lot of issues with my mental health and led to...
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What I learned after receiving my first low grade
Since high school, I had high grades. In my third year statistics course when I recieved my first low grade,...
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Five ways to stay motivated
1. Complete small tasks daily When I review the amount of work I need to complete, I feel reluctant. I...
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Five reasons why you should ask for help
1. Find services and opportunities that reflect your needs The first part of asking for help, is to seek someone...
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Upper-year students share their advice dealing with test anxiety
Destiny’s story Being a student who always wanted to do well, I placed a lot of pressure on myself. This...
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My experience changing programs
Where did I start? Figuring out what career you want to pursue is difficult, especially when you probably do not...
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What I learned in second-year, as a fourth-year student
1. Invest time in building your skills Everyone wants to succeed, get good grades, and feel confident in their academic abilities...
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My first year vs. my fourth year
After four years, I learned a lot and I hope this advice helps you through your own journey. I encourage...
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Ways to organize your time in university
Today, I will be focusing on organizing your time and using time pockets outside of class to get some studying...
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Finding the right study spots on campus
There are many great spots on campus for a variety of types of studying and it is important that you...
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What to expect when you meet with an SSC writing advisor
So, you’ve decided to meet with an SSC writing advisor Great! Meeting with a writing advisor is an excellent way...
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10 myths about writing advising: The Writing Centre at McMaster
Myth 1: Consulting with a writing advisor is somehow cheating. Not at all. The Student Success Centre offers writing advising...
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New writing and career services for McMaster graduate students
Improve your writing and get support with the dissertation writing process The Writing Centre is now open to support grad...
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Peer Leader Program
The Peer Leader program includes a volunteer opportunity, scheduled professional development and connections to your peers. Browse all the appointment...
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Level up your education and well-being with communities of learning
When I was an undergrad and I got stressed out by my workload, I’d retreat. I’d study by myself until...
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Get the one-on-one support you need this year
Types of appointments and support Browse all the appointment types to find out how you can access support. Then, book...
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What you need to know about contract cheating as a university student
Contract cheating, the process of hiring a third-party company to complete your assignment, is a growing business scam. Companies target...
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“Self-talk (a poem inverse)” (2022 Academic Skills Writing Contest)
This written piece was a winning submission (third place) for the 2022 Academic Skills Writing Contest. The 2022 theme was "potential."
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In-person exams aren’t as scary as you think
This year, we’ve learned that many of you might feel anxious or overwhelmed about in-person exams. For example, in a...
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“Bated Breath” (2022 Academic Skills Writing Contest)
This written piece was a winning submission (second place) for the 2022 Academic Skills Writing Contest. The 2022 theme was "potential."