By Kallandra Weatherbee Although reading break is a stress reliever for some students, the week after may be a tough adjustment. Tanya Spencer, clinical psychologist and lead of student counselling at NAIT said when high expectations are set for break and are not met...
NAIT Tuition To Increase 7 Per Cent In September
By Zachary Flynn NAIT announced a flat seven per cent tuition increase for the 2021/22 academic year along with a new tuition model. “This increase aligns with the provincial tuition framework and regulations and is one measure we are taking to reduce our reliance on...
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Social And Economic Influences Contributing To Edmonton’s STI Surge
By Alleah Boisvert Healthcare workers in Alberta are concerned that stigma, poverty, and lack of awareness surrounding sexually transmitted infections play key roles in the surge in cases in the province. Natalie Dumaine is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) with...
YEG Artist To Participate In AGA Traveling Exhibition
By Zeah Spiegel Elsa Robinson is a visual artist currently working on an upcoming two-year traveling exhibition around the province. “I’m presently working on the fifth piece out of five-pieces that are going to be included in an exhibition that is run by the Art...
Beauty Bits: Professional Shares Her Story and Her Tips
By Kaytlyn Poberznick Sherida Edwards, creator and owner of She’s Gold, is a professional makeup artist and skincare consultant. She helps clients find products to best suit their skin type and gives tips and tricks to apply makeup properly. “I’ve been in the beauty...
NAITSA Partners With Retirement Home For A Second Pen Pal Program
By A. Jade Munsie Residents at The Waterford of Summerlea retirement community are picking up their pens and paper with NAIT students. Following the success of the first pen pal program at Norwood, NAITSA has expanded the program to Waterford residents. The Waterford...
NAIT President Hopes To Transform Polytechnic Ed
By Zachary Flynn “I would like to say that I brought some form of innovation that really helped shape polytechnic education, making it more accessible to a larger audience,” said NAIT’s new president and CEO, Laura Jo Gunter, on what she would like herself to be known...
2021/22 NAITSA Executive Council Announced
By Kallandra Weatherbee The NAITSA executive council and U-Pass vote took place from Feb. 5-11 and official votes are in. For NAITSA president, Jerilyn Kotelniski. Kotelniski is a second term president and business student and wants to work towards affordable tuition...
Virtual Romantic Dinner On A Budget
By Jared Gomes Everyone might not be able to spend time with their special someone in person this Valentine’s day but that doesn’t mean they can’t celebrate at all. There are many ways to have a romantic evening while staying safe and not breaking the bank during the...