When I started university, I wasn’t just looking to get a degree—I wanted an experience that would challenge me, push me out of my comfort zone, and help me figure out who I really am. What I didn’t realize was how much the environment itself would shape me, not just as a student, but as a person.  The Impact...

Liberal Education: The Heart Of Bishop’s University     In today’s world, education is much more than knowledge-gaining in a specialized field; it is about developing the ability to think critically, adapt, and engage with the world in a meaningful way. Liberal education institutions emphasize a broad, well-rounded curriculum that aims to develop critical thinking, problem-solving and communications skills across disciplines. Through its curriculum, small class sizes,...

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...

Hi everyone, My name is Salma, and I’m from the south of France. I’m currently in the Pre-Clinical Psychology program, and I expect to graduate in 2028. I lived in Abbott for my first year. Even though I already had some experience with residence life, my first year on campus still ended up being a...

As most students know, studying is one of the more unfortunate realities of university life. While Bishop’s and Lennoxville offer plenty to do, there always comes a time to focus and get work done. Whether it’s midterm and finals season or the night a paper is due, it’s not always easy. Personally, my ability to turn on the study switch depends...