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Winter is here but that doesn't mean you have to be stuck inside! Check out these fun activities you can take part in to make the most of winter. Take a walk with a friend Find a quiet park or neighbourhood and meet up with a friend to go for a stroll. The camaraderie, fresh air and exercise can lift your spirits on dull winter days. Hit the slopes or trails If you’re a fan of downhill or cross...

There are many options available for students who are looking to complete a post-secondary credential. One option to consider is whether you want to study full time, part time or through continuing education. It’s important to know the difference so you can choose the option that’s right for you. Full-time post-secondary Full-time post-secondary programs allow students to pursue a credential such...

As you work toward completing your college program, you may be thinking about next steps to enhance your career opportunities. One option is to head back to school to complete another credential. There are a number of academic pathways that allow you to move to a different program or a different school without needing to repeat courses. (To learn more about academic pathways, click here to read...

Learning happens in many ways, not just in the classroom. If you’re considering enrolling in a post-secondary program, it might be beneficial to explore Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition—also known as PLAR. What is PLAR? Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition is a process that allows you to receive course credit in a college program for learning you have gained through non-academic life...

By February, many of us are ready for warmer weather. If you are feeling the winter blues, we have some ideas to brighten your days!

There’s nothing more Canadian than a visit to a sugar shack! Learn how maple syrup is made and find the best nearby sugar shacks to visit!

The night sky provides an awe-inspiring – and challenging – subject for photography. Shutter Speed To capture sharp pinpoint-looking stars, you’ll need to keep exposures as short as possible to avoid “star trailing” caused by the Earth’s rotation (seen in the above photo). There are apps to calculate the optimal shutter speed for a given lens/camera, but I usually do well with exposures of 20...

A career in the skilled trades offers stability and high earning potential. Learn about career pathways and the support available for women in skilled trades.

Enjoy this playlist, created during the middle of the COVID-19 quarantine, consisting of music made by Fanshawe students and alumni.

Music has always been a great stress reliever. Learn more about how music therapy can take these benefits even further!