Coming to Bishop’s, one of the first decisions I had to make was to decide to live on or off campus. At first, I was convinced I was ready for the independence of apartment living, even though I’d never lived away from home before. But like many parents, my mom was a bit worried. She thought that...

Like many households with young adults who are looking to take on new and exciting academic challenges, my husband and I suddenly felt overwhelmed when it came time to “shop” for universities.  We had always sought to give our daughter opportunities to develop a skill set that we could not instinctively provide. She made the best of the arts-concentration programs in her elementary, high school, and CEGEP years,...

Applying to and choosing a university is an exciting, sometimes daunting, time. From the very beginning, our daughter Tessa was drawn to Bishop’s University because of its unique size, stunning campus location, and academic programs. She welcomed the opportunity to be part of a close-knit community where students get to know their professors and have the opportunity to excel in many ways, not only at Bishop’s, but also in the community. Little did...

I consider myself a dorm setup and decoration expert—yes, really! Why? In my first year at Bishop’s University, I lived in two vastly different dorms: Mackinnon, the oldest, with its traditional style, and Hodder, the newest, featuring modern bog-style living. Through these experiences, I’ve learned expert-level tips to make your home away from home comfortable,...

The success of the 2024–2025 seasons of Bishop’s varsity teams is one that will be remembered for years to come. This year was filled with victories and championships across the gyms, ice, and turf here at Bishop’s University.   Throughout this season we had multiple varsity teams find success through their grit and grind. The Year...