Scientist Spotlight: Michael Smith

Scientist Spotlight: Michael Smith

Many of us have felt demotivated by a test result at one point in time, and if you are currently in a summer study term, that time might be now, considering that you are probably in the midst of receiving midterm grades. But fear not, because as you will find out in...
Scientist Spotlight: Wilder Penfield

Scientist Spotlight: Wilder Penfield

Let’s learn more about a Canadian scientist and neurosurgeon you may have not heard of, who during his lifetime was called “the greatest living Canadian”. Originally from the Unites States, Wilder Penfield was born in Spokane, Washington. He attended Princeton...
Choosing the Right Program

Choosing the Right Program

If you’re in grade 12, final exams should be wrapping up soon. What that means for you is that after a two-month summer break that is guaranteed to fly by, you could be starting college or university in the fall. For those continuing on to postsecondary education,...
4 Tips for Midterm Season

4 Tips for Midterm Season

Last time, we talked about the importance of midterms, and why they can be more stressful than finals, especially given their ability to impact the rest of your semester. If you read that post and agreed that midterm season is a significant time of year, you may have...
Are Midterms more Stressful than Finals?

Are Midterms more Stressful than Finals?

If you are doing a summer study term, this is probably around the time that midterm season starts. Depending on your personality, this may or may not be causing you stress. Some people treat midterms lightly because they are weighted less than finals. Others find...