My name is Drew Targosz, and I’m a second-year student from Ontario, Canada, double-majoring in Sports Studies and History. If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be thriving in the heart of Québec’s Eastern Townships, I might not have believed you. My Bishop’s story didn’t start with a clear plan; it...

University is a period of life where things are constantly changing. It’s filled with transition between schedules, apartments, friends, etc. While this newness creates an exciting lifestyle, it also comes with stress. Going to university is just as much about your education outside of the classroom as it is within.  1. Balance   Bishops is a little purple bubble. Always having something going on makes it a fun place to be but can also make it feel quite consuming at times. The highs are high, and the lows are low. Find what grounds you. Things that feel catastrophic in...

As a Bishop’s University student from a small town in Québec, I quickly found myself searching for that “home away from home” feeling. Like many students at BU, I’ve built strong connections not only with people but with the places that make this campus and community so special. Here’s my personal list of the top 10 things to do...

Arriving on campus for the first time can be super intimidating. People rush around to get settled while you figure out your roommate and where your classes are. But here’s the thing: pretty much everyone else is feeling the same way. You’re all in this together, navigating the same unknowns and asking the same questions. ...

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...