Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Asperger's and Academia: A Personal Story

Today's student guest post is by Andrena LeBlanc. She is in her second year completing her MA. Andrena currently lives in Wolfville, NS.

Asperger’s Syndrome is a condition I have, and it affects everything I do, including my academic life.  For those who do not know, Asperger’s Syndrome is a form of high functioning autism. It affects how people see the world and interact in it. Not only can it make them awkward in social situations, but it can also make them avoid

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Anti-Slavery Week at Acadia

Today's student guest post is by Pelham Flowerdew. He is in his third year at Acadia University. Pelham is the president of Acadia Christian Fellowship.

Hello Div College and beyond!

Those of you who are current students may have seen me around the building every once in a while, and if not, allow me to introduce myself. My name is Pelham Flowerdew, and I’m in my 3rd year pursuing  two degrees – Chemistry and Theology.

I have the privilege of letting you know that this week is a significant one here at Acadia. Anti-Slavery Week, organised by Acadia Christian

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Creative Study Habits

*Editor's note: Sometimes it is important
to take a break from studies and be a little silly.
Today's student guest post is by Isaac "Tree" Russell. He is in his second year of the MDiv program. Tree is the Youth Pastor at Aylesford Baptist Church. He currently lives in Wolfville, NS.

Hello everyone,

I would like to take a moment to share my study methods and ways I've personally found to be successful to me for studying. There are three components of studying for me which, when blended together, create a solid study recipe anyone can digest. The components are the right place,

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

The Last 33.3 KM

Today's student guest post is by Erin Jackman. She is in her third year of the MDiv program. Erin serves at Newport Baptist Church and as Social Rep on ADCSA. She currently lives in Scotch Village, NS.
Not to alarm anyone, especially my fellow classmates, but there are only four weeks of classes left.  Really?  When did that happen?  With one-month left and a heavy final month of class, we students are entering a time of stress and anxiety. Not only do we have assignments and final exams coming up, most of us are involved in