As another year ends, and in the spirit of the upcoming holidays, let’s put our Santa hat on and take a look at the naughty or nice behaviours NAIT students have displayed throughout the year. Did you make it to the nice list by setting a good Ooks-ample? Or will you...
My NAIT adventure: A symphony of colours and community
My first semester at NAIT was a kaleidoscope of experiences, a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of community, academic growth and personal discovery. Stepping out of my tropical comfort zone into Edmonton's snowy embrace, I initially felt like a lone bird amidst a...
So fresh, so clean: Hygiene tips and tricks
NAIT, according to posts on the r/NAIT Reddit page from September, we have a problem. The general consensus among users is that some NAIT students have serious hygiene issues. One post, titled “ Smelly People,” described the CAT building as one of the main spots on...
NAITSA hosts volunteer fair
NAITSA is hosting their annual volunteer fair on Oct. 16 and 17 to connect students with opportunities to give back to the community. Students can visit booths of various nonprofit organizations and learn how they can get involved. Katelyn Golby, Ooks Life Volunteer...
A year in review with the Computer Technology Club
The Computer Technology Club has made a name for itself on NAIT campus this school year with impactful initiatives and events, helping students connect to the professional world of Information Technology (IT). From industry speakers to hands-on experiences, the club’s...
A family affair: Mother and daughter take classes at NAIT together
It may seem rare for most people to attend college with their parents, but for mother and daughter Christina and Grace Egilsson, it’s pretty normal. Both Christina and Grace had been taking classes elsewhere, with Christina online at Athabasca University and...
Use LinkedIn to get a summer job with these tips
For many students, the end of the semester signals the need to find a job for summer. But it can be difficult to wade through job posts to find something suitable. In addition to using the tools provided by NAIT like resume reviews from Career Services and the NAIT...
From NAIT to Olympic gold: Discover Kelsey Mitchell’s journey to the podium
When Kelsey Mitchell, NAIT grad and Olympic athlete, won a silver at nationals with the NAIT Ooks, she wouldn’t have dreamed that in just three years, she’d be winning an Olympic medal for a completely different sport: track cycling. Mitchell left NAIT with two...
Safety tips for NAIT students to remember
“Better safe than sorry” might sound cliché, but it is necessary for NAIT students to understand the importance of being safe on campus. Danger comes uninvited, and there are certain things students can do to ensure they are prepared when dealing with hazardous...
Embracing slow fashion: Cultivating sustainability and personal style
NAITSA is hosting its third Sustainability Week from March 18 to 22, and we could all benefit from moving to a place of intentionality and patience to promote sustainable practices. Let’s slow down our consumption together – starting with fashion. Sustainability does...