Students & Youth

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,...

Brock University’s integration of gamification and assessment has helped students discover new insights about themselves....

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

As career professionals in the post-secondary context, a critical component of our work is helping our students identify and reflect on their experiences inside and outside of the classroom as...