Access, Opportunity, and Community highlighted at AU in 2025

Athabasca University shares stories about access, opportunity, and community as we come to the end of the first full year of the Like No Other strategic plan.

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Award-winning architecture program has far-reaching impact

Athabasca University RAIC Centre for Architecture's commitment to access, opportunity, and community through innovative research recognized with ASTech award.

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A year of Learners Like No Other: Stories of balance, resilience, and community

These 2025 Learners Like No Other profiles reveal the heart of AU’s community: people making education fit around caregiving, work, and life.

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I proved to myself I could thrive in graduate studies

Studying from Kuwait during the pandemic, Master of Arts – Interdisciplinary Studies student Jennifer Newman found the structure and support she needed to succeed.

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Athabasca University launches innovative new e-Portfolio platform

AU students will transition to the new state-of-the-art PebblePad platform in 2026, allowing them to work more creatively and independently.

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AU Accolades! Celebrating awards and achievements of a community like no other

Celebrating awards and achievements of AU alumni, faculty, staff, students, and community supporters.

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Athabasca University 2025 holiday closure

Important information for AU students about holiday closures and deadlines.

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How to cite images in school assignments

Learn how to cite images in your coursework using APA, Chicago, and MLA styles with expert advice from AU’s Write Site.

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I finally found a university path that fits my life

Studying in a traditional setting did not work for Lauren Guday. With AU’s flexible model, she can work full time, pursue creative projects, and study in a way that supports her needs through strong accessibility services.

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6 ways to support the trans community

AU counsellor Kelly Gordon has helped put together a list of six easy ways to be an ally and show your support for the trans community.

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TransLab a new digital space to share research, foster community

Dr. Tobias Wiggins launches the TransLab to create a new space to share research on transgender mental health, foster community connections.

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Community at the heart of Athabasca-based nurse’s career and studies at AU

Meeting the needs of her community was a driving force for 2025 Derrick Rowlandson Memorial Award winner.

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Donor like no other paves way for business innovation through AU’s AI-powered virtual co-op

Athabasca University celebrates National Philanthropy Day and CPA Education Foundation for supporting education that improves access for students across Canada.

A year of Learners Like No Other: Stories of balance, resilience, and community

In 2025, AU learners opened up about the realities of studying while raising families, building careers, and supporting their communities.

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Access, Opportunity, and Community highlighted at AU in 2025

Featured news

Top 10 research and teaching stories of 2025

Award-winning architecture program has far-reaching impact

A year of Learners Like No Other: Stories of balance, resilience, and community

I proved to myself I could thrive in graduate studies

Athabasca University launches innovative new e-Portfolio platform

AU Accolades! Celebrating awards and achievements of a community like no other

Athabasca University 2025 holiday closure

How to cite images in school assignments

I finally found a university path that fits my life

6 ways to support the trans community

TransLab a new digital space to share research, foster community

Community at the heart of Athabasca-based nurse’s career and studies at AU

Donor like no other paves way for business innovation through AU’s AI-powered virtual co-op

A year of Learners Like No Other: Stories of balance, resilience, and community

Upcoming events

January MBA for executives webinar

MAIS Research Cafe Series

February MBA for executives webinar