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If your sleep schedule is currently fighting for its life, don’t worry. We’ve got your back, bestie. Here are some quick, realistic hacks you can try to get better Zzz’s: 1. Be consistent with your sleep schedule ? Going to bed around the same time every night helps regulate your circadian rhythm and makes waking…

We’re bringing our guest lecture series online with SLN Workshops, to help SLN members boost their skills from home. Register today, it’s free! SLN Workshops is designed to complement your classroom education from the comfort of your own home, teaching you about a variety of topics that you won’t find in a traditional class. Made…

Last spring, Ajay was one of the hundreds of medical students to volunteer on the frontlines and support those that were most vulnerable.

Institutions are making adjustments to in-person instruction. Here are a few tips for learning during COVID and adapting to the new normal.

An inspiring interview with the Canadian students behind 3D PPE, using 3D printing to create face shields for healthcare workers. It should come as no surprise that COVID-19 has brought out the best in so many students across Canada. Those behind 3D PPE are no exception. We chatted with a few of the students behind…

Many students find themselves in an apartment building during this pandemic. However, there’s only so much you can do to practice physical distancing in an apartment. After all, you might have shared laundry facilities and an elevator to consider. So what can you do to help yourself and those around you during COVID-19? Wear a…

LAST CHANCE: Check out some of our favorite COVID-19 deals, discounts, and services. Can you believe the end of the world is finally here? Seth Rogan thought there would be an apocalypse with a dwindling supply of bananas, Rihanna, and the video camera from the movie 127 hours, but he was wrong. I mean, if…

Just because you can’t see each other in person doesn’t mean you need to lose contact. Follow these steps to keep in touch with your classmates and friends! This COVID-19 situation is stressful for everyone and physical distancing has led to an increase in anxiety among students. Make sure you put in the effort. Reach…

Want to wear a mask in public even if you’re not showing any COVID-19 symptoms? Here are some easy ways to make a non-medical mask. There’s been a lot of confusion regarding who should be wearing masks. However, Dr. Theresa Tam recently stated that wearing a non-medical mask can protect both yourself and those around…

Music is a form of media that has the ability to shift your mood and, in some cases, allow you to focus or concentrate on a task. Whether it’s on the radio, at a party, or through your earbuds, the music you listen to can affect your emotions and broaden your perspectives. So, can music…

First dates are full of surprises and stressors. What to wear, how to act, how you look, where you’re going… the list is endless. So let’s say he suggests you watch a movie and you have to pick. Panic sets in, your hands sweat over your keyboard as you search Netflix high and low. What…

Are you tired of rewatching She’s All That and A Walk to Remember? Along with various early 2000s movies claiming to be for teenagers but make you feel like you haven’t done enough in life. Well, I’ve got the perfect recommendations for you. Somewhere in between ultra-angsty teenagers who hate their parents and characters who…

Snow is falling and suddenly your sofa, that fluffy blanket, and a hot chocolate (with mini marshmallows) sound really good right about now. The problem is, you may feel that it’s too early for Christmas films. So, you’re searching for the perfect in-between Halloween and Christmas feels. You need a good November movie! Bring on…

Explore your country’s capital, plan your future, and make friends you will never forget. Here’s how. First of all, being a student is great, but we know it can also be stressful. From late nights to forgotten projects or convincing yourself that you actually like coffee—there are times where you question how you will ever…

Three things every student should do once they’ve heard the good news I remember the exact moment I was accepted into university — it’s one of my most distinct memories. I wanted to get into that program SO BAD, and I sacrificed a lot that year. I missed friends’ parties, I quit playing hockey competitively,…

My Mom told me this story about a man she and my Dad are friends with. When he was thirty years old in 1990, he immigrated to Canada from South Africa. He was a construction engineer in South Africa, but he had a hard time finding a job in Canada. He walked into the office…

“This is the key to time management – to see the value of every moment”– Menachem Mendel Schneerson I wonder what it is like to value every moment. As a student, that would mean I would have to take time to appreciate the boring parts of life. It would require me to enjoy waking up…

Summer Conferences – High School Ontario LEADERSHIP: Ontario Catholic Student Leadership Conference Across Canada          

Vanessa is the founder and director of The Math Guru, a super cool boutique math & science tutoring studio in Toronto. She is also the author of Math Hacks, a new book that totally makes math fun, stress-free and relatable for young kids and parents – actually. Her #goals are to be Lady-Gaga-famous and to totally change…

High School I want to start this interview well before Thunder Road Capital, Facebook and Instagram, Canada, Jump TV, eBay, the NHLPA, and Goodman’s LLP. Before Osgoode Hall and Western, even. Let’s go back to high school, Jordan. What high school did you attend? York Mills Collegiate in Toronto. The mighty Titans!! Could you describe…

Alex McMurray   Cal Newport has a pseudo-skimming technique designed to help you save time studying.   I don’t need to remind you that students often don’t have a lot of free time. This might seem obvious, but some teachers and professors can’t seem to grasp it. Even after years and years of teaching, some…

  Written by Christine Rees   How often do you multitask in a day? Do you chat on the phone while making breakfast (does anyone actually talk on the phone anymore?) Scratch that example. Do you answer emails while you’re trying to have a conversation with someone? Do you set out to do three different…

For aspiring entrepreneurs, finding your footing in the business world can be tough. Maybe you’re a business student with dreams of becoming a CEO of your own company, or an artist, freelancer or trade connoisseur trying to break out onto the local scene. If your goal after grad is to be your own boss, stop…

Wait – isn’t it supposed to be hella simple? Meet. Hook up. Wait a while. Watch the magic happen. And them boom – official status change! Why, in theory, yes. But in reality? Waaay more micro-steps in-between. 1. The first meeting This could happen just about anywhere: during Frosh Week, at a party, chilling with…

Here’s How To Make College Work For You or How College Can Still Be Worth It or Five Important Truths About Education Today A positive post-secondary school experience today requires an understanding of these five things: Where I hang out, which is mostly Reddit threads and YouTube comments, nobody’s happy about the post-secondary school experience…

Do you ever feel like a hamster on a wheel, just running along, tiring yourself out, but never really getting anywhere? Do you ever curse a bad habit one day and then do the exact same thing the next? Guess what: chances are, you’re not alone. People tend to resist change because it often causes…

So, you’re sitting at the lunch table. Tuna sandwich in your hands, salad in the Tupperware, you even remembered to bring some apple juice. But you can’t enjoy it. After you finish your lunch, you have to sit awkwardly alone for the remaining 40 minutes. Maybe your school is like Mean Girls. The rich kids…

1 out of every 10 students experiences thoughts of suicide according to the National College Health Assessment. **If your friend is in immediate danger, please call Campus Police or 9-1-1. For less imminent threats of suicide, you can call Good2Talk (24/7), or another crisis support centre for help. You can read our full guide for helping a friend who is…

Eating the food on campus just got a whole lot scarier. CityNews published an investigation yesterday exposing numerous health violations at 44 on-campus dining establishments from 11 different Toronto campuses, including York University, University of Toronto, Seneca College and Humber College. The full list is published here. York University took the cake in terms of…

I’ve never been good at planning for the future. I never pack a lunch before work. I study for exams the day before I write them and in relationships, I avoid ‘what are we’s’ like the plague. When friends of my parent’s ask me what I plan on doing with my life after graduating from…

In the 12th grade, I faced a very crucial decision; University or college? At 17, I still had to get parental permission to go on a field trip, but making a life-defining decision that would impact my entire life? Ah, no big.   With an eye to my artistic background, my mother said to me,…

According to the latest World Happiness Report, Canada is the sixth happiest place to live in the world. Standing above both the USA and the UK, it’s been in the top 10 since the survey began back in 2002. Sadly, that doesn’t make it exempt from the rising levels of mental illnesses affecting students around…

For the past few months, we’ve been running Unlock Awesome, giving away a ton of prizes to help make student life better. Students have won everything from appliances to deck out their dorm, to breakfast delivered right to their door, and every one of our contest winners is now entered to win our grand prize of $10,000!…

  We’ve all experienced the feeling. You walk into lecture expecting something boring. You yawn and take a seat in those all too small seats. Suddenly, an incredibly attractive professor walks in. You think to yourself, “Are they lost?” As they begin to unpack their things and you begin to feel the heat…

Hey guys, cards on the table. I’m no longer a student. But I was a student for five years, and I can tell you now some of the things that I’m glad I did and some that I wish I’d done. These are some of the hidden costs of school, but they’re also the ones you…

“Did I study enough? Did I study the right stuff? Is this even the right classroom? Why is there a badger in the room?” Okay, maybe you don’t think that last one, but seriously, there might as well be a badger in the room. We’re talking about exams. They’re built up for weeks and they…

Fun Fact: directly before attending the signing and release of my debut novel this past spring, I threw up all over my parents’ driveway. I think our neighbours across the street saw. But it’s cool – they’re friends. My point: I landed my dream job. And it scares the shit out of me.…

There are a bunch of people at your college or university that you should get to know. Why? Because it pays to know these people and what they can do for you. This is the foundation of networking — getting to know the people who are set in a certain place to help you succeed…

Being social in college and university is important. You’ll make meaningful connections and friendships that can last a lifetime — but besides that, sometimes you just really need to blow off some steam. So perhaps one of the all-time-great student conundrums is weighing your cash flow vs. your social life. Here are some tricks to…

The list of things we know now that we wish we knew when we began school is long. Things that would have made our lives easier, set us up to be more successful when we graduated, and most importantly, put a little more cash back in our pockets. Speaking of cash — by now, we’re…

Here is some food for thought: Over 433 million professional have a Linkedin profile. If you don’t have it by now, you’re losing out big time. 94% recruiters use Linkedin to look for the best candidates. There people getting great job opportunities on Linkedin everyday. Some of the opportunities are not available anywhere else.…

Imagine you’re sitting in your university’s gym as a basketball game is about to get started. You glance over to the gym doors and in walk students from the university your school is about to play. They’re banging drums, screaming and making an unimaginable amount of noise. They’ve taken over a section of your school’s…

A long, long time ago, in the year of 2004, I got my first cheque book. Now it pretty much just collects dust. Back in the day, people used these things called, “cheques.” You would physically write in the amount of money you wanted to pay for something and then give it to the person…

Early this spring I went on a hike with a good friend in the Kananaskis Country, Alberta, up Windy Point Ridge. It’s not a serious climb. The elevation gain is hardly much of anything. But it’s steep as shit, and involves a good bit of scrambling next to a near-vertical drop. Walking down the highway…

You need a break. Usually, this involves grabbing a coffee, having a nap or maybe catching up on episodes of your favourite fantasy-based cable drama. We’re going to do a little better than that. Every week, for the next 10 weeks, you can win a cool $1,000. We’re calling it the CIBC 10K Study Break and it…

Writing is hard. All good writing, whether it’s a novel, a screenplay or a letter, comes from a place of emotion. There’s something real, relatable and honest about emotional writing — something unequivocally human. It’s what keeps readers reading and writers writing. But the ultimate irony? We too rarely confess our true emotions to the ones we care…

You’ve probably figured out your go-to study spaces by now, whether they’re at home, on campus, or at your favourite indie café. But are your study environments helping your ability to learn or hurting it? Your surroundings have a huge effect on how well you study, and the quality of your study sessions can, of…

Raise your hand if you know the joys of poring over notes until 2 am. Or if you’ve chosen to forgo paying your monthly rent since you’ve taken up permanent residency in your school library. Let me tell you: I’m envisioning a lot of raised hands right now. So in the spirit of the not-so-pleasant…

Every conversation you ever have is… improvised. *Drops mic*. No, but seriously. Think about it. You don’t plan out exactly what you’re going to say when you talk to friends or family—you just kind of go with the flow. Know what that means? You’re already an improviser. That thought alone should alleviate the initial anxiety and…

Hey new buddy, welcome to the Great White North! While we don’t require that you love hockey, know what all dressed chips are, or own a pair of snowshoes, you are going to need a Canadian bank account. Moving anywhere can be super stressful, especially when it comes to your finances. Everywhere manages money differently, and unfortunately,…

It was around 9:30 on a school night. Meg and I sat against my bedframe, Jes was sprawled on her bed across from mine, and AJ leaned casually against the door frame. We were four first-year Western University students gathered to have a raw conversation about one topic—one that’s hotly debated all across the university…

For Ian, remembering where you came from is important as you move up in the world. When he’s not working his 9-5 job or coaching a local basketball team, Ian runs the up-and-coming 5&10 Movement, a clothing line that stands for more than just clothing. With the support of his girlfriend, friends, family, the citizens…

“Let’s start from the very beginning”, as Julie Andrews would say (or rather, sing). I hear it’s “a very good place to start” (if you’re confused, then you need this in your life). As children, we often oversimplify the meaning of words. For me, the thought of bravery would conjure an image of a beefy…

We’ve all seen the guides and how-tos on how to save money as a broke post-secondary student, and they mostly give you the exact same advice: “Monitor your spending!” “Don’t impulse buy!” “Get a part-time job!” Yes. Thank you. We get it already. So in light of how commonplace savings tips can be for students, here’s some…

At least once or twice a day, you’ll hear someone on campus complain that there’s never enough time to do anything. Maybe you’ve been that person; I know I have. Students simply have too much to do! Assignments, readings, and extra-curricular activities demand several hours of commitment, and sometimes it feels impossible to do it…

Getting a job on campus is probably one of the best decisions I ever made in my university career. And no, I am 100% not exaggerating. I currently work at my university’s Writing and Research Centre. There, I’ve been able to develop my interpersonal skills, meet a ton of new people outside of my faculty,…

We can all agree that being educated is great. That being said, we can’t deny that school is a main source of student stress on account of all the grades, relationships, and expenses to be managed. Getting a handle on your assignments and social circles is hard enough, but having to worry about money on top…

With the coming of each new year, we’re all guilty of vowing to fulfill resolutions that we don’t stick to. One important resolution that many of us make is a seemingly simple one—to be happier! But a lot of us, for some reason, have trouble accomplishing that goal. Sure, becoming happier is easier said than…

It’s safe to say that many people feel that world-changing inventions are best left to rocket scientists and engineers, but there are plenty of young students out there who have gotten creative and come up with some amazing inventions. Here are the inventions of five young students that have the serious ability to shake up the…

You may have heard the statistics—the average meal we eat travels 2400km to get to our plate, and an average dish contains ingredients from five different countries. Doesn’t seem very efficient, does it? Nope. But I come with good news: you can eat local. And yes, it’s totally feasible. There are plenty of benefits to eating local, such as knowing you’re supporting…

We won’t lie to you: making mistakes on your resume is easier than misspelling the word “curriculum vitae” (ha, get it?). And it’s certainly a common thing for students to do. However, it’s difficult to repair the damage of a bad resume once an employer gets it. Prevention is key! This is even more important if you’ve never…

Here’s a confession: I used to be a sheep when it came to fashion. In high school, I wore a lot of Campus Crew, American Eagle, and anything with a very visible brand logo on it. As a teen in small-town Ontario, I was just toeing the party line. Fast-forward a little (okay, more than…

If your resume needs love or if you’re looking for a meaningful way to pass the time this summer, consider an option that will help you and the community: volunteering for non-profits and community organizations. Not only do you learn plenty of transferable skills, but you reap the emotional rewards of doing good for others.…

As much as we hate it, failure is an inevitable part of life. We all want to excel and be good at everything right off the bat, but the fact is that when we’re trying something new, there’s a good chance that we’re going to… well, fail. I remember going into my second year of…

Par: Maddie Hession Vous êtes peut-être jeune et résilient, mais il est toujours important de prendre toutes les mesures possibles pour rester en sécurité et renforcer votre système immunitaire pendant la pandémie de COVID-19. Se laver les mains et adopter des mesures d’éloignement social, c’est un bon début, mais voici quelques moyens supplémentaires et plus…

Par: Christine Rees En raison de la situation actuelle liée à la COVID-19, les écoles secondaires, les collèges et les universités du Canada adoptent une plateforme d’apprentissage en ligne. C’est un moyen efficace de maintenir l’éloignement social tout en poursuivant la formation des étudiants. Alors, en tant qu’étudiant apprenant maintenant de la maison, comment faites-vous afin…

Will Ferrell is back. Joined by Kevin Hart, Ferrell’s new flick Get Hard hits theatres on March 27. But members of SLN’s Advance Screening Club are going to get to see the film on March 25th. For free. Not a member of Advance Screening Club and sobbing uncontrollably right now? Biggest Will Ferrell fan in the world?…

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Winter is a time for all-day pajamas, weekend Netflix binges and comfort food – I’m talking REAL comfort food. Whoever decided that the modern definition of comfort food is carbs slathered in butter & cream and then fried deserves to spend the next year eating nothing but Double Downs. Don’t get me wrong, I love…

Before #NoHairSelfie, Katelyn Langlois had 16″ of flowing brunette locks. That’s no more. Katelyn, an SLNer, and her family have “greatly struggled” with cancer for years. She wanted to do something about it. Right now. So she shaved her head as part of #NoHairSelfie a month before World Cancer Day on Feb. 4, when all…

A brand new semester = eight more ways to not fail out of school. We’ve got your backs, SLNers. Take Courses You Actually Care About There is a reason you majored in French or chemistry or engineering. You didn’t major in history because maybe you don’t like to reminisce on the past. That’s cool. But…

Scholarships are all over the place. To some estimates, a ridiculous $15 million in scholarship money goes unclaimed every year. In the following Students with Stories, we’re highlighting winners of large scholarships for their insight on how they won the scholarship and their tips and tricks for you. Tell us about yourself, Jared. I’m in…

Some 2,000 SLNers went to see advance screenings of Horrible Bosses 2 the other night in select cities across this glorious nation. Uh huh, two weeks prior to the movie coming out. These are the perks of being in Advance Screening Club. Just saying. If you’ve seen the original movie, the sequel, according to SLNers, doesn’t disappoint.…

Let me set the scene for you. Last night, the Student Life Network took over 2,000 students to the movies as part of Advance Screening Club. Unfortunately, we also invited my brother Peter. Because the Advance Screening Club gets to see movies before anyone else, it comes with some rules. SLN’s rules are pretty simple: only accept…

We’ve all had a horrible, no-good, very bad boss. We all have our stories. In honour of our latest Advance Screening Club movie, Horrible Bosses 2, we asked SLNers about their horrible boss stories on Facebook. Some are so shocking we had to edit them down. Keep your eyes peeled on your email over the…

The people you travel with can make or break a trip. Trust us here. Having outgoing, likeminded travellers by your side is one surefire way to guarantee an epic vacation! (Our friends at Geckos Adventures can hook you up. Ask if they have Will’s contact, too). While some prefer hitting the road with family or friends,…

We’ve starting a new series called Stuff You Should Know. Being students, learning can (and should) be fun. That’s the goal of this series. We’ve all been there. You know what I’m talking about. That time we had something important going on. Maybe it was a date with someone who gave you butterflies. Maybe it…

Stage fright. The pounding heart, the clammy hands, the lump in your throat, telling yourself over and over again that you can’t do it. Otherwise known as performance anxiety, stage fright is something that halts many. I’ve always had stage fright with public speaking and performing. The truth is stage fright isn’t wholly curable. But what I…

In the world of gaming, there are a myriad of choices in terms of platform, genre, and, of course, price. When one ventures into an EB Games, one is prone to fall over at the sight of new games priced at $59.99 and $74.99. In this sense, gaming on consoles has proven to be an…

We’re starting a new series called Stuff You Should Know. Being students, learning can (and should) be fun. That’s the goal of this series. I can’t tell you how many AMAZING dreams I’ve had. In dreamland, I’ve won the lottery (which really is Canada’s Luckiest Student, let’s not kid). I met my favourite country singer…

Into the Storm doesn’t hit theatres until August 8th, but SLNers from across the country got an advance screening. Oh, the perks of being in Advance Screening Club. If you haven’t seen the trailers for Into the Storm yet, you could just hit play below, but the cliffsnotes are that a group of high school students bear…

One of the highlights of back-to-school: Canada’s Luckiest Student 3 is back! Obviously. Aside from this wonderful fact, though, are the top notch Canadian bands that come to your campus. This year’s music scene is shaping up. Canada’s music scene truly is blessing. We chatted with a number of school concert programmers and got the low-down…

One of my most memorable moving-going experiences was seeing The Dark Knight on opening night in a sold out theatre. There’s something magical about that feeling. Seeing a great film, first. Free helps too. Which is why we’re super excited at SLN to be able to give our members the opportunity to see advanced screenings of big movies.…

Booyah! Thanks for joining SLN’s Advanced Movie Screening Club! You’ve been added to our list and we’ll send you an e-mail when an advanced screening is happening near you. Just make sure to keep your SLN profile up-to-date. While you’re here, check out our brand spanking new blog written by fellow students.

When writing, I always think back to the first time I was published. It was all about opportunity. An opportunity that led to me being able to play with words for a living. When I first landed at Wilfrid Laurier University studying English literature, all I wanted to do was to write. To tell stories.…