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August 15 is national honeybee day! To celebrate, we put together a list of some of our favourite fun facts about honey and the bees that work so hard to produce this sweet treat. Honey comes in many varieties. The kind of honey a bee produces depends on their location and the pollinator flowers available to them. You may notice some kinds of honey are more pale in colour while others are darker...
As a result of the world-wide pandemic, individuals, families and communities have been dealing with major changes in daily living. Some may be experiencing grief and wondering what to do. Here are some signs you may be experiencing grief.
Submitted by: Shirley Porter, M.Ed., RP, RSW Counsellor, Counselling and Accessibility Services At Fanshawe College, personal counselling refers to confidential, professional assistance – offered by a registered psychotherapist or social worker – to help students to address issues that are causing emotional distress and difficulties in daily life (e.g., school, family, social issues). How personal...
As the summer season comes to a close, you can’t beat the beautiful fall weather Ontario experiences every year. Why not grab a coffee, a warm sweater and head out to visit some of these must-see destinations in southwestern Ontario!
We’re on the verge of one of nature’s greatest displays, so grab a pumpkin spice treat of your choice and check out the fall colours! As with most things, timing is everything. To avoid disappointment, refer to the Ontario Parks Fall Colour Report before you hit the road to get the latest on where leaves have already started to change. Algonquin Park is perhaps Ontario’s most popular fall road...
In case it’s not in your calendar (really, it’s the least you could do), today is International Coffee Day . As you sip your first (or let’s be honest, fourth) cup of coffee, let’s take some time to percolate on some facts about your morning companion and explore ways to get more out of your morning cup of joe. Is coffee good for you? Beyond a mere stimulant, coffee is touted to offer a wide range...
Fall is a great time to get outdoors. The weather is still summer-like and the fall colours provide the perfect backdrop for apple picking or a corn maze expedition. Dress for the weather, get outside and make the most of the last warm days before winter.
October is cybersecurity month. To make sure you are protecting yourself and your information online, here are some important facts you need to know: What does cybersecurity mean? Cybersecurity covers a range of tools and best practices to keep your information safe from online threats. With so much of our personal and business information stored on servers, hard drives and in the cloud, it is...
Many of our favourite events are moving to virtual formats these days. When attending a virtual event, there are a few things you can do to make sure you’re getting the most out of the experience.
Different teaching methods offer different benefits for students. Many courses offer a variety of methods such as textbook readings, lab work, essays or exams. Some courses may also involve case-based learning, which is focused on experiential learning, taking students through real-world scenarios and guided discussions. What is experiential learning? Experiential learning (EXL) is the process of...