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Getting into “good” debt, Part 2: The art of debt repayment

Getting into “good” debt, Part 2: The art of debt repayment

So, here’s the deal: You’ve got bad debt and good debt, but it doesn’t matter either way—you’ve got to pay both of them back, and that prospect is not looking too rosy. Are you screwed forever?

Getting into “good” debt, Part 1: Why education pays but BMWs don’t

Getting into “good” debt, Part 1: Why education pays but BMWs don’t

Student loans—burdensome as they may seem during payback time—are considered some of the best debts to get into, and for good reason. While we all know the value of a good education, student loans have the potential to give back much more than what they take, and not just in terms of job prospects.

Commuting Conundrum: School

Commuting Conundrum: School

It’s almost back to school time and many students are considering their housing options for next year: Should I live on-campus, should I live off-campus, or should I commute? Like commuting for work, commuting to school can have a number of advantages over living close to (or on) campus.

How to find a super supervisor for graduate school

How to find a super supervisor for graduate school

Finding a super supervisor for your masters or PhD is essential to ensuring that your studies are not only successful but also enjoyable. You are in control of your own success and pro-actively choosing the right people to work with is your responsibility.

Impact Apprentice takes over TalentEgg for a day

Impact Apprentice takes over TalentEgg for a day

Two teams of eight students were tasked with coming up with an innovative but usable campaign to help TalentEgg get the message across to employers—our potential clients—that TalentEgg.ca is where students want to be when they’re researching and executing their job hunts.

You’ve got the write stuff, baby: Your grad school research statement

You’ve got the write stuff, baby: Your grad school research statement

Writing your research statement is a crucial part to the graduate school application process. While there are no hard and fast rules for successful applications, these tips should guide you through writing and tailoring your research statements for each program and school.

Competitions, such as Impact Apprentice, are a great way to showcase your talent

Competitions, such as Impact Apprentice, are a great way to showcase your talent

Standing out in today’s job market can be tough. A great way to set yourself apart is getting involved in national conferences and competitions. If you’re not familiar with these kinds of events, here are just some of the reasons why you should consider attending.

The basis for an international career: Alvaro Ipanaque’s AIESEC experience

The basis for an international career: Alvaro Ipanaque’s AIESEC experience

Alvaro Ipanaque had served leadership roles with AIESEC for five years before going on his first exchange. Coming from Lima, Peru, he came here to Calgary not for the weather, not for the skiing, not for the Stampede, but for the job opportunity.

From class to career…to class?

From class to career…to class?

It’s been two, three, or five years since you’ve finished school, and you’ve landed that position you have been yearning for. You’ve become aware that the next steps in the job may require you to have a designation or certification to move up in the company. It’s time to go back to school, to go even further in your education.

How to figure out which grad school location is best for you

How to figure out which grad school location is best for you

Researching grad schools is not limited to finding out what school and program is right for you. In order to make the best decision, it’s important to consider the location of your program.

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