The Fanshawe Blog
  • Submitted by Shirley Porter, M. Ed., RP, RSWCounsellor, Fanshawe College In this current environment of uncertainty, many people find themselves dealing with an increase in stress. If this is…
  • Submitted by Shirley Porter, M.Ed., RP, RSWCounsellor, Fanshawe College   During this time of prolonged social distancing, many people are feeling lonely and out of sorts. It can be especially…
  • From Fanshawe’s Student Wellness Centre The COVID-19 virus has dramatically changed the way we live our lives, impacting the way we work, how we interact with others and how much we venture out…
  • By Shirley Porter, M.Ed., RP, RSW Counsellor, Fanshawe College Since the days when the College moved to online classes and services, I have noticed a common theme in my discussions with clients,…
  • 1  They are the first in line to offer help. During COVID-19, they have reached out to see how they can serve, everything from volunteering at food banks and shelters to being compassionate…
  • By Shirley Porter, M.Ed., RP, RSW Counsellor, Fanshawe College   1  Everyone responds to crisis in a different way. Acknowledge that the changes and uncertainty we are living through take a toll…
  • Now, more than ever, online learning is becoming a standard in post-secondary education. Whether it’s FanshaweOnline courses or online classes through a different institution, you’ll want to make…
  • As working remotely becomes the norm for many who work desk jobs, you may wonder how you’ll stay focused on work while you’re away from your normal office environment. While working from home has its…
  • College vs University Degree When it comes to earnings, graduates of college degree programs are paid more in the first two years after graduation than university graduates. In a study released by…
  • Family Day is on February 17. Our community at Fanshawe College is a vibrant hub filled with culturally diverse people who come from all over. Whether you’re from the London area or relatively new…