Student Life

Have you ever had your resume roasted? It can be nerve-wracking, but we asked our TalentEgg community to submit their resumes for review by an IBM recruiter and many brave souls responded. For this TalentEgg Talks we selected three resumes that our President, Mary Barroll, and Susan Bebnowski, Campus Talent Acquisition Partner for IBM, critiqued. […]

Other than studying for upcoming midterms, reading week is a great time to relax, travel, spend time with friends and family, and generally take a break from the daily grind. Unfortunately, for many people across Canada, reading week looks very different this year. So if you’re looking for some ideas on how to spend your […]

Some of you going back to school may have a mix of online and in-class learning. Although online learning has many benefits, online learning while in the midst of a pandemic is a whole other story. Let’s break down some of our top 5 tips to set you up for success this fall. Tip #1 […]

School? Online. Borders? Closed. Life? Way more complicated than last year. Things have changed so much since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, but as an international student who may not be able to return to the country of your study, things are about to change even more. But don’t worry – we have some […]

Understanding your finances and knowing how to make your money work for you (instead of keeping you up all night) is crucial as you transition into the next stage of your life: the dreaded adulthood. *Cue scary music* via GIPHY Creating a budget and actually sticking to it, may seem like a daunting task, particularly […]

Given our current global climate, knowing the right thing to say and when can be challenging. That’s why public relations is so important, especially in times of crisis. Have you been considering a challenging career in this sector but are not sure where to start? The Certificate in Public Relations from The G. Raymond Chang […]

Exam season is almost upon us, which usually means lots of late nights, coffee breaks, and the occasional mini breakdown. Students dread this time of year and can’t wait until it’s over. Every graduate understands the stress felt during this period and can sympathize. Although it may be difficult to make exam season fun, there […]

A semester is months-long. When you’re constantly studying and working on assignments, you can fall into a serious burnout – and sometimes, this decline in your energy and motivation is so gradual that you don’t notice it happening. If you’re feeling burnt out, stop and think: What can you do right now to help yourself? […]

After a semester of readings, textbooks and cases, sometimes curling up with a good book is much needed. Finding a good book or two is must-have for the winter months. There are many good books for students and young professionals that are  readily available online, in books stores, and even in your campus libraries! Staples […]

Hassan Ghazi knew that he wanted a change in his life. He had a yearning for exploration and experiencing something new. After researching various options, he came to a decision. He was going to pack up and move to Brno, Czech Republic for a semester. He had always loved the idea of studying in Europe […]

Imagine never flying on a plane before. Picture going to study abroad to a country across the globe, where almost everything is different. Terrifying? Or exciting? Probably a little bit of both. That’s exactly how Megan Graham felt when she decided to spend a semester in Japan. Name: Megan Graham Hometown: Kamloops Home School: Thompson […]

Looking for work can often be extremely challenging and frustrating. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Volunteering isn’t just about giving back to your community. It’s also a great way to build skills and experience, network and cultivate references, and hone your job application skills. Let’s delve into the five ways volunteering can […]