News & Events
Support offered to students in overnight event
Thursday, March 21 2019
Procrastination has a way of targeting our biggest and most important assignments. Visit the Library tonight and learn how to combat it.
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Sparkes Notes: The who, what, why, where, whens of the Writing Centre
Wednesday, March 6 2019
Not sure how you could benefit from the Writing Center? Here's a how to guide to get you started.
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Sparkes Notes: When all you’ve got sorted is your laundry
Thursday, January 24 2019
Communications Coordinator Co-op Amy Sparkes shares her tips on managing a busy student schedule.
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Nicole’s Notes: Saying yes to the student experience
Thursday, December 13 2018
Work-study student Nicole Stanchfield shares some of her ah-ha moments learned over the semester.
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How to Turn Your Brainstorm into an Essay
Monday, November 19 2018
Here are some tips on turning a mass of information into a draft essay.
Read moreChecklist for a Strong Thesis Statement
Wednesday, November 14 2018
To determine if you have a strong thesis, here are five main elements you must consider.
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Nicole’s Notes: Top tips for self-care and cozy productivity
Monday, November 5 2018
Work Study student Nicole Stanchfield discusses the many ways to prevent the flu - and how to maintain productivity if you do catch a bug.
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Helping students master their education
Monday, October 22 2018
A new peer-mentoring support centre opened earlier this month designed to help Masters of Education students out with their assignments.
Read moreWhy all students need a day off
Tuesday, October 16 2018
To avoid burnout, it is important to take a day off.
Read more7 Ways to Make a Paper Sound Like it Was Written in the Stone Age
Friday, September 14 2018
Here are seven microagressions to avoid in writing an academic paper.
Read moreEvents
Tap into Research | Solar energy with Michael Mehta
Date: January 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Iron Road Brewing
Join a dynamic discussion on how solar energy is transforming society.
Mindfulness meditation
Date: January 14, 11:30am - 12:20pm
Repeated Dates: Jan 21, Jan 28, Feb 25, Feb 18, Feb 11, Feb 4, Mar 3, Mar 10, Mar 17, Mar 24, Mar 31, Apr 14, Apr 7
Location: No location specified
Drop-ins welcome.
Finance Unplugged
Date: January 21, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Campus Activity Centre - Mountain Room
Meet and mingle with representatives from a variety of finance organizations.
Australia bushfire emergency relief; baked goods and bags fundraiser
Date: January 22, 9:00am - 12:30pm
Location: Old Main
TRU Eco club is selling homemade baked goods and hand-sewn snack bags, with all profits going to WIRES Wildlife Rescue.
Wellness Centre grand opening
Date: January 22, 9:30am - 11:00am
Location: Old Main
Stop by to catch up with others, see the re-designed space and learn about Wellness Centre events and programs.
Part time work in Canada
Date: January 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Repeated Dates: Jan 15, Jan 17, Jan 20, Jan 22, Jan 27, Jan 29, Jan 31, Jan 24
Location: Clock Tower
The Career & Experiential Department is offering free workshops to help you with career planning.
Tourism Management: career mentoring
Date: January 22, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Location: Campus Activity Centre - Mountain Room
Network with the tourism industry, learn about the opportunities that are available, and discover the paths people took.
Steps Towards Success: Time Management
Date: January 23, 4:30am - 7:15pm
Location: Old Main
Develop practical skills to help you with studying, time management and managing stress and anxiety.
Service Excellence sessions 3 & 4
Date: January 23, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Campus Activity Centre
This is parts 3 and 4 of the four-part program.
International Career Cafe
Date: January 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Students' Union Building (TRUSU)
Discuss different career paths, learn what employers are looking for, and much more.
Science Seminars: Biology Honors Presentations
Date: January 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Science and Health Sciences (Lepin Building)
Come and hear Honours students in the Biology and Chemical Biology Honours programs give brief (8 minute) presentations on the research they have accomplished so far on their projects. Topics will include plant biology, bird ecology, human physiology, algal biochemistry, and antibacterial compounds.
Science Seminar Series: honours update presentations
Date: January 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Ken Lepin Building
Plant biology, bird ecology, human physiology, algal biochemistry, and antibacterial compounds are among the topics to be discussed.
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