March 28, 2024

The choice of location is one of the things to keep in mind

BY JESSICA HAMMER For most people, studying is not a fun pastime but there are ways to make it a bit more bearable and perhaps even make it pass quicker. When starting college for the first time the workload can seem daunting. You’re going through schooling for your future career and it’s another stepping stone before joining the workforce. There are many tips for studying effectively and it is important … Continued

There’s so much to enjoy in Stratford

BY EMMIE SIROKY The aroma wafting out of local restaurants makes your mouth water; as you try to choose which one to dine at, another comes into view, making your choice even more difficult. It doesn’t matter which you pick, you will have a fantastic experience. You walk downtown and stop at the many beautiful stores that you never knew were there. Originally, you came for a play at one … Continued

Make your relationship work

BY MATT LINSEMAN Friendships are tough, but relationships are even tougher. There’s so much that one must consider before getting into a relationship including knowing what it takes to make a relationship last, understanding each other, what each of you are looking for and whether or not there’s a real spark. For some people, relationships can be difficult, so here’s some advice for those that need a little bit of … Continued

Diversity is healthy on campus

BY JACK PARKINSON The positive power of cultural diversity was put on display last week at Conestoga College’s Doon campus. Celebrate Cultural Diversity Week is a weeklong event occurring twice per school year at Doon, organized by the Student Life department. On Nov. 17 the opening ceremonies took place alongside the first day of events, which featured student displays of music, food, dance and technology from a host of countries … Continued

The lasting effects of the Great Recession

BY TYLER BATTEN Like many of the global events which have dotted human history, the Great Recession, which began in the U.S. in 2007 and was felt across the world by 2009, has changed, perhaps forever, the way we must envision the timeline of our lives. In an October 2013, Toronto Star opinion piece called “Time to bust myths about youth unemployment,” Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne said, “Across Ontario, young … Continued