For most students, balancing life’s commitments with academic responsibilities can be one of the biggest challenges of pursuing a university degree. For ACMAPS Peer Mentor and Environmental Studies student Michael Collens, the balancing act has involved maintaining a stellar academic record while managing health issues, family responsibilities, and a busy extracurricular schedule. Oh, and did […]
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Mature Student Success: An Interview with S.A.S.P Founder Mary El’Bably
One of the best things about working for ACMAPS is that you get to meet some of the amazing mature students who are making an impact on student life at York University. One such student is Mary El’Bably, the founder and former president of the Student Association for Single Parents (SASP) at York University.
Mid-semester check in
For me, the first few weeks of February always brings back-to-back midterms, essays, and group projects. The stress that comes with coordinating and completing all my academic commitments can be a little overwhelming. Lucky for all of us at York, there are great workshops available on campus to help students develop the skills they need […]
The one thing I wish I knew during my first year at York
Although personal experience is the best teacher, I have always believed in the importance of learning from others. What better way to avoid unnecessary heartaches and pitfalls, than to learn from those who have already been through the journey you are going through. In the spirit of learning from others, I asked three of the […]
First generation university students
The pursuit of a post-secondary education can be challenging for many reasons. Some find it difficult to balance academic and personal responsibilities, while others struggle to fully participate and engage in the university experience. If you are a first-generation university student (a student whose parents have not received a university degree), post-secondary life may be […]
