Online learning is now a core form of delivery for Canadian universities and colleges, according to a report released today at the World Conference on Online Learning in Toronto. This…
‘Internships’ too vague to be requirement for graduation, study finds
A recent study found that more research should be done on internships before making it a graduation requirement. For many, job experience in the form of an internship can seem…
New co-op programs blur the lines between academics and industry
Before introducing a landmark experiential education program for his undergraduates, the director of Carleton’s computer science department had to convince his professors that the initiative did not threaten their curriculum….
Engagement may be a matter of survival
Community engagement is not just a good strategy. It’s an urgent responsibility, says Andrew Petter Why should institutions of higher learning immerse themselves in the broader community? The question has…
How Foreign And Domestic Law Graduates Can Compete In A Tight Legal Market
When I graduated from law school at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, in 1972, I never imagined that I would end up practicing law in California and…
Student-Mentor Programs Swell Across the Country
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How business schools can create loyalty among alumni
Business students satisfied with the career support they receive from their school are likely to become loyal alumni after graduation. But a new international report suggests some business schools still…
Just like in sports, preparation is key to a successful job interview
Sam Roworth, a former international-level athlete, chronicles the trials and tribulations of his hunt for an entry-level sales position in Canada. College graduates are struggling to find suitable full-time work….
Entering the work force: The tough transition from life as an athlete
Sam Roworth, a former international-level athlete, chronicles the trials and tribulations of his hunt for an entry-level sales position in Canada. College graduates are struggling to find suitable full-time work….
My fudged résumé’s coming back to haunt me. What do I do?
THE QUESTION I was hired by a construction company that is thorough about its hiring process. One week in at a division meeting, I discovered, to my horror, that a…