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What I know now….that I wish I knew then!(Tue, Aug 23) Who knew that research was going to be such a vital component to writing a good essay in university? Research, like writing a good paper, is a learned skill. It is not... read more » |
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IT Support at U of G(Tue, Aug 16) You’ve Got Gryph Mail! Gryph Mail is the University of Guelph’s campus-wide email and calendaring solution. It’s got some cool features.... read more » |
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Does MATH do a number on you?(Tue, Aug 02) Don’t know your chi-square from your chai tea? Then we have the answer for you – the Numeracy & Quantitative Reasoning website! Easy to search and use learning... read more » |
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The Learning Commons presents: SLGs!(Tue, Jul 26) Wondering if university academics are different than high school? The SLG Program is here to help! The SLG Program wants to help you bridge the academic transition from high... read more » |
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What Not to Write: 5 Common Writing Flops to Avoid(Tue, Jul 12) This is a must-read if you have a lot of writing ahead of you! Below are the top 5 tips on keeping your writing clear and simple. 1. The Epic Introduction Avoid this: “Ever... read more » |
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Studying at University: How is it Different from High School?(Tue, Jul 05) When I was in first year at Guelph, it took me a while to figure out how to study effectively for my courses. The new environment and campus activities made for lots of fun and... read more » |
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Do Marks Drop at University?(Tue, Jun 28) Many students have heard that their marks might drop 10-12% in the first year at university. Is that myth true? Well, yes and no. It’s true that the average... read more » |
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Hoaxes, Horse Stories, Gourmet Snacks, and Living Books: Your Library(Tue, Jun 21) Think you know what to expect from your library? Think again. Libraries are … books, right? Maybe some computers, photocopiers, and printers? Study space?... read more » |