How experiential learning helped set me apart from my fellow graduates
When finishing my university degree, like many other students, I was faced with the dreadful question: “So, what do you want to do after you graduate?” While the question was...
Case Study: Wearing many hats to help a young client find his path
High school students are on a journey to develop self-awareness and self-knowledge, eager to narrow down choices and make informed decisions. I view my role as their coach, guide, cheerleader,...
The power of play
Brock University’s integration of gamification and assessment has helped students discover new insights about themselves....
Three people your student should meet before graduating high school
This year, one of my children is entering high school. Between now and graduation, she will be busy researching, studying and shaping her path for the future. As a parent,...
Career services need to meet students where they are – in the classroom
The connection between education and career is a significant priority for students. According to the 2017 Freshman Survey, published by the Cooperative Institutional Research Program (co-ordinated by the Higher Educational...
How to help clients financially plan for their education
Whether it’s to nourish a love of learning or gain much-needed skills for an ever-changing labour market, many counsellors have clients who are interested in going to school. Prices for...
Post-secondary students with disabilities face gaps in career education services
While there has been progress in advancing inclusion for students with disabilities in Canadian colleges and universities, there is still work to be done to reduce structural barriers, discrimination and...
‘Irrelevant’ summer jobs still equip students with valuable skills
SCENE: In a campus career centre, a stressed student meets with a career coach. STUDENT: I’m having a lot of trouble with my resume. COACH: What seems to be the...
5 steps to guiding clients through education planning
Going back to school is a common and often necessary step for people who want to change careers. As counsellors, we listen to our clients’ stories and know it’s challenging...
To connect with students, career services should reach out to campus groups
Outreach is an ambiguous area that can be tricky to define. But it is an important part of a communications strategy, because marketing alone is not enough to connect with...