In a previous blog post, I referred to the “smooth landing” I was aiming for in my return to academic life. From my previous experience as a commercial pilot, landing the plane smoothly required a well-planned approach with minimal distractions. …
Getting Involved
Mature Student Success: Catching up with ACMAPS Peer Mentor Michael Collens
For most students, balancing life’s commitments with academic responsibilities can be one of the biggest challenges of pursuing a university degree. For ACMAPS Peer Mentor and Environmental Studies student Michael Collens, the balancing act has involved maintaining a stellar academic …
Getting Involved as a Commuter Student
As an out of province student, one of the toughest decisions I had to make after deciding to attend York University was whether to live on campus or to commute. Although the convenience of living on campus eventually persuaded me …
