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How to be mindful of mindless scrolling

How to be mindful of mindless scrolling

Many of us likely know what it feels like to mindlessly scroll. The most common example is when you go to bed on schedule, but then decide that a quick check of (insert social media platform here) will only take five minutes. This can be a dangerous way to think. Five...

The journey of a NAIT student athlete

The journey of a NAIT student athlete

As the Ooks men's basketball team is soaring down the final stretch of their regular season, it is incredible to see the talent the team has assembled this season. But when you watch student athletes participating in a sport, there is another side often forgotten...

From the NAITSA Senate: March 8 Notes

From the NAITSA Senate: March 8 Notes

The March 8th NAITSA Senate meeting was lively, with an intense debate about the new mandatory non-instructional fee (MNIF).  After the call to order and the land acknowledgment, the new Executive Council Elects were welcomed for next year. Vice-President...

New “technology fee” coming to NAIT

New “technology fee” coming to NAIT

NAIT has announced that in the 2023/24 academic year, students will be required to pay a new mandatory non-instructional fee (MNIF) for student technology. The fee, planned at $30 per semester for fall and winter terms, $15 for spring and summer terms and $2 per week...

Alberta government announces a cap in tuition increase

Alberta government announces a cap in tuition increase

The Alberta Government announced a cap on tuition increases, starting in the 2024-2025 year on Feb. 16 at the University of Alberta. The announcement comes after continued pressure on post-secondary students and staff due to inflation, the cost of living increasing...

John Utendale: A legacy of breaking barriers

John Utendale: A legacy of breaking barriers

Willie O’Ree was the first black player to play in the NHL. But did you know that another black player almost did it first? John Utendale started his professional hockey career with the first iteration of the Edmonton Oil Kings as an 18-year-old in  the 1954-55...

6 foods to eat for better school performance

6 foods to eat for better school performance

You are what you eat, and without good food and nutrients our brain is not able to function properly. If you want to keep your mind in great shape, here are six of the best foods you can eat. 1. Leafy Greens Leafy greens are an excellent source of brain powering...

7 types of rest to help students avoid burnout

7 types of rest to help students avoid burnout

The semester is halfway over, and some of us are already feeling fatigued and weary from mountains of homework and late-night study sessions. But don’t panic! As proposed and researched by internal medicine physician, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, there are seven types of...

Record-breaking Ook donates 50 books to kids

Record-breaking Ook donates 50 books to kids

“I just think helping others and utilizing our platform within the ACAC and NAIT is crucial and we should take that time to really set a positive image.” Those were the words of Sarah Moorji, NAIT Ooks women’s soccer midfielder. In 2022, for every goal the team...