Facebook:
Join the movement to stop student loans going into review. AU students are joining forces to advocate against their loans going into review. Those who want to emphasize the relevance of a September start date or who have been adversely impacted by student loans going into review are encouraged to sign an advocacy form. The delay in starting studies can negatively affect student’s educational goals and finances. An AU Students’ Council member indicated a desire to fill out the form.
Reddit:
Learn how to write essays through ENGL 255. A student starting a psychology program notes that ENGL 255 appears challenging and asks why students opt to take the course. Other students indicate that ENGL 255 is valuable for learning how to write essays and should be one of the first courses an AU student takes. Another student says the course is required for the BA in Psychology.
Twitter:
How many AU students graduated Class of 2024? @Athabascau writes, “The Class of 2024 celebrated grads from 43 programs, which included: 439 grads from @AthabascaUBiz …724 grads from the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences … 81 grads from the Faculty of Science and Technology … 706 grads from the Faculty of Health Disciplines! #AthabascaUGrad.”
Open access publishing. @Athabascau writes, “Exciting news: Athabasca University Press (@au_press) has launched a new publishing program that expands on the university’s commitment to open access. Learn more here: https://athabascau.ca/news/announcements/athabasca-university-press-launches-new-publishing-program-for-open-educational-resources.”