If you’re a new student, welcome to NAIT! If you’re a returning student, welcome back! NAIT is a great place to learn and with the campus’ massive size, NAIT has many study spots for students to study individually and in groups. Returning students might even be...
How to cope with student stress
As a student, I find that stress is a common companion on the journey toward academic success, and ironically, I have also realized that not all stress is bad. This semester was a hectic one for me. In some ways, the stress I faced motivated me to work harder at...
Meet the NAIT student club dedicated to conquering challenges through trying new things
After persevering through COVID and having to pause regular activities, the Adventure Club at NAIT is back in action and more determined than ever. With an array of exciting events planned for the future, this club is a must-join for those seeking to meet new people...
Summer jobs for students
Financial burdens are some of the most pressing issues for students in any program. Tuition, facility fees and classroom resources throughout semesters can often add up to a substantial fee by the end. Making money during the summer is one way to alleviate this...
Lessons from a returning alumnus
I started my first program at NAIT in the fall of 2016. I was in DMIT’s Digital Cinema stream. Due to my disability, I was on a reduced course load, which meant I took half the courses of the other students. Then in 2019, we started to hear the stirrings of a new,...
Ramadan: A month of fasting, learning and empathy
Muslim people have two holidays a year which are called Eid; the first Eid is Eid Al Adha which translates to the holiday of sacrifice. On this holiday, Muslim people are required to sacrifice an animal (usually a sheep) and donate as much of it as possible to poor...
‘It’s a huge issue’: MLMs target students on professional networking sites
Multi-level marketing (MLM) companies have existed for decades, generating millions of dollars in revenue by claiming to provide people with financial independence and lucrative careers. While there has been an increase in investigative media highlighting the harmful...
When exams require pants: Tips for on-campus exams from NAIT’s Learning Strategists
Taking exams in person can be an anxiety-inducing, stressful event we all have to go through. It’s especially nerve-wracking for students who may be used to taking exams from the comfort of their homes after the shift to online classes. NAIT Learning Strategists Kyle...
So ICONic! Investment club provides stock market experience for NAIT finance students
As a business student at NAIT, I often wonder if what I learn will have real life applications to help me find a job or even start a business. Business is a competitive field and many students need a little spice to stand out. The Investment Club of NAIT (ICON) could...
Printing solutions with the NAIT Library Makerspace
When I returned to NAIT last September, I had no prior experience with 3D printing. The process appeared time-consuming and challenging to get started in, but I heard 3D printing could be a handy tool for solving a wide range of problems. One such problem I was trying...