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,...

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,...

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...

I still remember my first couple of semesters at Bishop’s—constantly juggling new classes, making friends, and figuring out what I wanted my university experience to look like. Looking back, there are a few things I wish I had jumped on sooner. If you’re just getting started, here are the way to make the most of your Bishop’s journey from day one! ...