Monday, January 29, 2018
Every day I'm Sporcling: How a trivia website helps me succeed in university
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Monday, January 22, 2018
Writing genre series: Lab report writing
In our last blog post, we talked about different strategies for writing grad school applications. That was our first instalment of a new series on our blog where we will be exploring different writing genres throughout the term. Today’s topic is lab report writing!
Monday, January 15, 2018
Genre series: Graduate school application
Welcome to a new term! At the Writing and Communication Centre, we have noticed that many students are working on their personal statements and letters of intent for upcoming graduate school applications.
Friday, January 12, 2018
How to stay supplied with reading material when you're busy and budgeting
In a past blog post, I discussed how valuable it can be to adopt a recreational reading habit as a student.
Thursday, January 4, 2018
Introducing this term's co-op students
Now that the new term has started, our three co-ops have arrived and are ready to help out at drop-ins and appointments! Learn more about our new co-op students.
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
Mindfulness and self-care: Taking breaks the right way
In the whirlwind of exams, assignments, labs, and applying to jobs and graduate programs, life can get a little hectic during school. When there’s so much on your plate, it seems counterintuitive to take regular breaks and give yourself time to breathe and relax.
Thursday, November 2, 2017
Writing short and long answer essay questions
As the Fall term is nearing its end and everyone is nose deep in assignments and projects, final exams are the last thing on students’ minds. But nevertheless, these exams are coming and preparing for them sooner rather than later will reduce much unneeded stress and potential white hairs.
Thursday, August 17, 2017
The WCC's 2017 Summer Reading Campaign
This summer, the Writing and Communication Centre embarked on a campaign to promote reading for enjoyment. Often our lives get too busy to do things just for fun. It’s understandable. Life gets hectic and tasks pile up; however, it’s extremely important to take time for yourself just because you can. We need to make more time for enjoyment, and what’s a better time than summer?
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Looking ahead: planning for the fall term
September can bring many things: a new school, a new term, a new adventure or a new job. As the leaves are just starting to change, you may be too. A new school year can mean new goals, expectations, discoveries and challenges. As a student heading into my third year of studies, September represents a chance to get back on track and refocus. After a summer of working at the Writing and Communication Centre and seeing so many students achieve their own academic goals, face their own challenges and learn new things in their field, I’m excited to do the same.
Wednesday, July 12, 2017
Overcoming public speaking
Almost everyone gets nervous before they have to speak in public. It’s natural and common, but can actually be a positive thing. Public speaking is an important part of many careers and professions, and being an effective public speaking is a huge asset to have. Whether you are speaking in front of an audience of 300 or speaking in front of a board or committee of 10 people, effective public communication skills are essential to getting ahead professionally. First and foremost, you must understand that nerves are okay; it’s your body telling you that something is at stake.