I work with current and future university students to get ready for uni! Check out a sample of some previous Wednesday Wisdom emails below and sign up to get the next edition straight to your inbox!
Taking your time, managing your finances, and new scholarship webinars!
Wednesday WisdomI have worked with hundreds (maybe even thousands) of university students, and something I've heard a lot is that they just want to finish their degrees and get out into the world. I always ask these students "Why? What are you in such a hurry for?" I know that 4 years can seem like a long time - as I say this, I'm in my 5th year of a 6-year PhD that I thought I would finish in 4 years. So I get it! But most students only do one degree. So this could very well be your only chance at being a university student! That means this is your one chance to take advantage of opportunities like co-ops, internships, exchanges, and more. And remember, most people work until they're 65 - so what's the rush to get into that job market? Sit back, relax (as much as you can), and enjoy your time as a student! ResourcesAre you worried about managing your money as you start university? I recently connected with Tanya Oliva, an accredited financial counsellor who offers a short course for young adults who want to get a head start on managing their money. Click below for the details and email her at tanya@finsmart.ca to sign up!
ChooseYourUni NewsI have two free webinars coming up on February 26 and March 20! Sign up to join us and be sure to share with your friends. This is an updated version of the webinar I've offered in the past. I'll cover different types of funding available for university, how to find more scholarships, and tips to make your scholarship applications stand out! This webinar is for current & future university students and their families.
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Colleen | ChooseYourUni.ca
I work with current and future university students to get ready for uni! Check out a sample of some previous Wednesday Wisdom emails below and sign up to get the next edition straight to your inbox!
Free Scholarship Webinar - March 20 Are you a student or parent of a student looking to secure scholarships to pay for university? I’m hosting a free webinar on March 20, and it’s packed with valuable tips on finding and winning more scholarship money! In this session, we’ll cover different types of funding, how to navigate the scholarship process, stay on top of deadlines, and avoid common mistakes that could cost you valuable opportunities. Whether you're in grade 10, 12, or already...
Wednesday Wisdom January is a tough time of year. We got a week or so when the university shut down, which is nice, but getting organized in January is a whole other story! It feels like it takes the whole month just to get back in the groove, and then suddenly you're 1/3 of the way through the semester. A lot of students who feel like this will decide it's time to "catch up" because they feel behind. And while there may be things that you need to catch up on, this can also turn into a trap...
Wednesday Wisdom Did you know that there are two new medical schools opening in Canada in 2025? Simon Fraser University and Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson) are both launching new med schools next fall! This will allow more students to attend medical school! Both schools are focused on training more primary care physicians (family doctors) to help with the shortage we are seeing. TMU is currently accepting applications, until December 2nd. Their medical school is located in...