Finding scholarships or fellowships is important for every student. On one hand, it can demonstrate your ability to secure funding which can impress your potential employers. On the other hand, it can save you money …
The Do’s and Don’ts of Getting the Best Reference Letter
Things to Do • Discuss your reference letter with your referee Make sure your referee knows your skills and achievements and what important details you would like them to highlight. Provide them with your up-to-date curriculum …
Mistakes Made by Me so You Don’t Have To
What not do in your senior year… 1. Don’t put it off… Do not fall victim to procrastination! It is common for all of us when we have work to do, to put it off …
5 Things to Know Before Going into Computer Science
It is actually an extremely broad field Technology has integrated itself into almost every aspect of our lives, and companies in every industry are looking for developers that can bridge the gap between computers and …
CBC / Radio-Canada Hackathon 2019
CBC and Radio-Canada have partnered up to come up with this year’s Hackathon. A three-day competition where you are challenged to improve or hack CBC’s products and services. The theme of this year’s hackathon is …
Why College Students Should Spend More Time on Non-Academic Activities
High school students are often defined as promising or not by their scoresheets. Preparing for SAT, ACT and AP in North America, or A-levels and IB elsewhere can be very stressful as high school students …
Why You Should Take AP Courses
In this article I will explore three reasons why I believe that taking AP courses are ideal for any student that wants to challenge themselves and explore different topics. If you’re on the fence on whether or not you should push yourself to take an AP course, I am here to tell you why I believe you should.
The 3 Biggest Lessons I’ve Learned About Applying to Medical School
Reflecting on my journey to medical school and on my current experiences as a pre-med consultant, I can think of three major and over-arching lessons I’ve learned about the medical school admissions process. 1. Be humble …
“Tips” for Major Scholarships
When I found out that I had been selected as a 2017 Loran Scholar, one of the first things that friends, family, and interviewers said to me was, “wow what did you do to win?” …
5 Tips for a Smooth Senior Year from a National Scholar
For many high-schoolers, the end of summer is a demanding time. With universities and scholarships to ponder and piece together, as well as looming deadlines and test dates (not to mention extracurricular activities, work, volunteer, …
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