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Words to the Wise |

May 9

“Learning is an ongoing thing. You cannot grow if you don’t develop yourself professionally and personally.”

Born and raised in Berbice, Guyana, Narine Dat Sookram struggled to adjust to life in Canada as a new immigrant. But he credits those same struggles with influencing his decision to help others through counselling and community volunteerism. LINK IN BIO

May 8

“Athabasca University is an exceptional place. The people in it are driven to see students succeed.”

Julia Cornester has worked in a variety of nursing roles since she started practising in 2008. Even though she was helping patients on the front lines of health care, she didn’t feel like she was having the kind of impact she wanted.

She chose AU’s Master of Nursing program so she could effect change in health-care policy. LINK IN BIO

May 2

“I look back and say that the catalyst for me continuing my academic pursuits started with AU.”

After taking 7 courses in criminal justice with #AthabascaU while working on a General Studies degree, Chris Kayser knew he wanted to pursue a career in cybercrime prevention. After finishing a master's degree and a specialized criminal justice program, Kayser wrote a guidebook for online students, formed Cybercrime Analytics and started his work as a cybercriminologist. LINK IN BIO

Apr 30

Finished your coursework and are preparing to write your exam online via ProctorU but not sure where to begin?

Check out these 6 tips before booking your online exam so you know what to expect! LINK IN BIO

Apr 25

“We need housing to not be a commodity. We need it to be something that people get because they're a person who deserves housing.”

Shelter is a basic human need, yet many workers in the affordable housing sector face moral dilemmas daily. Dr. Katie MacDonald researches their struggles and advocates for change. LINK IN BIO #ResearchWithReach #AffordableHousing #HousingAffordability #Housing #AffordableHousingCrisis #AffordableHousingForAll

Apr 23

With an 86% increase in vacant nursing positions, Canada's health-care system is under strain. #AthabascaU researcher Dr. Venise Bryan considers how nurses transitioning into expanded roles might alleviate pressure. LINK IN BIO #ResearchWithReach

Apr 22

How does the economic landscape impact teen food choices and overall well-being?

Dr. Alexa Ferdinands’s research investigates the unique challenges and opportunities of food environments in rural Alberta. LINK IN BIO #ResearchWithReach

Apr 21

"The housing system itself is built to produce crisis for some people."

Dr. Katie MacDonald’s research highlights how vulnerable folks are impacted by a widespread housing shortage in Canada. LINK IN BIO #ResearchWithReach

Apr 20

“If we are encouraging people to grow and to progress through their careers—to study up to the highest level that they are able to—then we are able to cover more gaps in the system.”

With an 86% increase in vacant nursing positions, Canada's health-care system is under strain. Dr. Venise Bryan explores ways to empower nurses and fill the gaps. LINK IN BIO #ResearchWithReach

Apr 19

“We tend to overlook the wisdom youth have, and their thinking is quite advanced. They have a lot to say and want to be listened to.”

Teens aren't just participants in Dr. Alexa Ferdinands' research, they are partners in the process. Learn more about how research into the food choices of teens in rural Alberta can affect health policy. LINK IN BIO #ResearchWithReach

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