by Rey | Feb 18, 2013 | Editorial, Student Development, Student Success
One of our readers recently asked, “what advice would you give for first year students who are struggling, but not enough to be put on academic probation?” If you haven’t done so, read part I of our advice for struggling first year students, especially if you...
by Rey | Dec 5, 2012 | Academic Coaching, Student Success, Study Tips
One of the most common questions I get asked when I was an Academic Advisor is, ‘How many courses should I take in my first term?’ Unfortunately, the answer isn’t as easy as giving one number that fits all students in all situations. The truth is...
by Rey | Sep 20, 2012 | Academic Coaching, Student Success
When I first started university, I really didn’t know what I was doing. In fact, looking back now, I can honestly say that I was pretty clueless for most of my first year at university. I applied to two schools, but only had intentions of going to one, which luckily...
by Rey | Sep 19, 2012 | Student Development, Student Success, University Experience
People go to university for many different reasons. But, everyone tends to ask the same question once they get there, ‘Why am I here?‘ As an Academic Advisor at a major North American university, I find this to be the underlying current behind a lot...
by Rey | Sep 17, 2012 | Editorial, Personal Development, Student Success
Like most things in life, your success in university has less to do with how smart you are and more to do with your attitude and willingness to work hard. The truth is being a good student isn’t about knowing everything. In fact, it’s not about getting...
by Rey | Nov 27, 2011 | Student Development, Student Success, Suggested Readings
One of the things I really love about being an Academic Advisor is the fact that I can play a role in helping young people develop the attitudes, skills and work ethic they need in order to not only succeed in school,but in life. I’ve always had a keen interest...
