I vividly remember the first time I seriously considered dropping out of university. It was during the first exam period, and due to bad planning, procrastination and poor coping skills; I found myself on the verge of some sort of breakdown. My exam schedule was hectic. I had six or seven finals during a two […]
Getting Ready for School
My last new semester as a York University student
It is crazy how fast time flies. It seems like only a short while ago I was back in Alberta, waiting desperately to hear back from York University to see if I had been accepted as a student. Now three years later, I am wrapping up my time at York, working to make a strong […]
Mature Student Success: Keeping up with Edward Fenner-Part 1
To say that Edward Fenner has accomplished a lot during his time at York University feels like an understatement. Edward is the mature student who founded YUMSO, revived Existere, and contributed to raising the profile of mature students across the York University campus.
Great Advice from an ACMAPS Mature Student Advisor
If you have ever had the opportunity to visit the ACMAPS office, chances are you’ve met our wonderful Student Advisor, Karen Tait. As an academic advisor, Karen’s comprehensive knowledge of York U, empathetic personality, and readiness to advocate has made her very popular among mature students. What many may notknow is that in addition to […]
If I could go back to my first year
Back in January, a few of the ACMAPS Peer Mentors shared the one that they wish they knew during their first year. Their advice was so helpful that I thought I would ask more York University students to share what they wish they knew when they were in their first year. For students who will […]
