Studying abroad at Bishop’s University in Canada wasn’t a decision I made lightly. How do I choose the right school? Am I mature enough to live on my own? Is living abroad a difficult choice? How do I manage without my family and my landmarks?   All these questions were turning in my head. I was...

Whether your journey to Bishop’s University was a quick commute or a voyage through terminals and boarding gates, starting university is a big transition for everyone. As an international student arriving at Bishop’s, this experience was even more overwhelming. Everything was unfamiliar—the campus, the people, the culture, and even the weather. I was eager for...

Be Bold I used to believe that once you failed, there was no going back. That one bad grade, one wrong turn, or one missed opportunity could close doors forever. And for a while, that belief held me back. I wasn’t always passionate about school—I struggled, stumbled, and failed more times than I’d like to...

My pre-purple path My university experience didn’t start off at Bishop’s. I originally went to a university about three hours away from my home in Cochrane, Alberta. I signed with the university women’s soccer team and was impatiently waiting for my next chapter to begin. In my first year of university, classes were online, and...

I’m excited to let you in on a little secret:   The Eastern Townships is home to some seriously stunning mountains. And trust me, they’re not just for postcard views; they truly showcase some of the best landscapes in our region. So before you get lost in the hustle and bustle of campus life, let me...