I’ve learned a lot about building community and finding friends. I was a shy kid in elementary school, mostly sticking to early friendships, until those same friends eventually turned against me. It was painful, but it built character, pushed me beyond my friendship bubble, and I’ve never looked back. A personal guide to building friendships...
We all know that Bishop’s University has a reputation as a party school, but there’s so much more to do in your free time beyond the nightlife. Whether you’re into art, music, the outdoors, or just looking for a fun way to unwind, there are plenty of activities to keep you engaged on and off...
When I first started looking at universities, I had no idea what “liberal education” actually meant. I saw it on the Bishop’s website, heard it thrown around on tours, and nodded like I understood. But honestly? I didn’t. It wasn’t until I was deep into my first year that I realized how much this approach...
Hi everyone! My name is Léa and I recently graduated from Bishop’s University with a major in Psychology and a minor in Sports Studies. For the past two summers now, I’ve participated in the work placement program Bishop’s has to offer at l’Association du Syndrome de Down. This non-profit organization welcomes mainly individuals who are...
Hi! My name’s Maïka, I am a third and final-year honours psychology student. I completed my work placement at Mon Shack… Mes choix… Mon Avenir! which is a semi-supervised mental health resource for adults living with mental health issues. My main tasks ranged from planning and animating activities for residents and group interventions to creating...
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