Upon reading Alice’s post on her new Canon Rebel T4i, I thought I’d pitch in my own experience with cameras. I’m very fortunate – or spoiled – to have a camera-fanatic-dad (yes, this is the first step to getting the right camera: having a family member who will buy one for you so that you…
Gene Researcher for a Week is a program created by the Canadian Gene Cure Foundation for grade 11 and 12 students who have an innate curiosity for science, human genetics, and human genetics research. If selected, these students will work beside influential genetic research scientists for one week over spring break. This program is great for budding…
Do you have the rhythm echoing through your body? Are you musically orientated? Looking for an opportunity to build self-esteem and make new friends? Well then worry no more, The New Black Center’s All Girls Rock Camp is made for you! This is a call for all girls, ages 10-17, out there needing self-empowerment and want to express themselves…
Whether you’re a fashion guru or someone who prefers comfort (although I believe you can be both fashionable and comfortable), this is my list for the staple items you need in your closet, categorized for you! Tops 1. Tank top or bandeau No matter what occasion it is, if you ever have a low-cut shirt…
Attention MUST be paid! *WWIII HAS JUST STARTED. EUROPE IS NOW IN CHAOS IN SPITE OF RUSSIAN INVASIONS.* Don’t worry, I’m just kidding. This didn’t happen to our real world, but rather at the University of Calgary. If you were not aware (Hopefully now you are), the University of Calgary held their annual Model…
So everyone, I had the best week ever because so much has happened. To start with, I got my diploma marks which were terrible. I had a 62 in Biology. I was stumped. I always thought I was fairly smart and this crushed that entire ideal. The cringe worthy empathy and the “it’s okay” are…
So you think college and major scholarship applications are tiresome – try doing eleven at the same time! Not that anyone enjoys ranting about his or her life and how amazing they are for hours on end, but having a super paranoid dad who knows nothing about your academics and school life insisting that you…
A collaboration between dozens of artists around the globe, a beautifully crafted piece carrying a poignant, powerful message – we’ve all been there. What really touched me in this video was the effects of bullying, carried on long after adolescence, to this day. What to do? We’ve all heard those presentations. But the message…
They don’t wear capes, masks, or fly, and they can’t turn invisible or breathe underwater. This post is about real-life superheroes in our everyday society. Teens striving to make each day better than the one before, both for themselves, their community, and the world as a whole. For many of these youth who have chosen…
Calgary’s largest youth awards celebrate 10 years For the past nine years, the ConocoPhillips Youth of Distinction Awards have recognized youth ages 13-18 that bring vitality and leadership to their communities. A program of Youth Central, these awards focus on selfless service and overcoming personal challenges. Youth can be nominated in the following nine categories:…
Have you ever found yourself in a slump? Exams stressing you out? Upset over something from school, friends, family or life? Then try a few of these websites; they are basically pick-me-up’s for those who are down. Emergency Compliments gives you random compliments until you feel better. You can even submit your own! I Like…
Still fretting over those scholarship essays? Well, don’t be scared, because it’s Joshua Liu to the rescue! As some of you may know, it’s this time of the year again, whether it’s college application or scholarship application, there are maybe like 12903823 essays to write, and that’s not including the ones for school. (Ahm.…
Escaping to another world, making friends with fictional characters, and learning how to face life’s obstacles are all key aspects that make us love literature. However, many of us are trapped in a small bubble of well-known books, but really, there are sooooooo many great books out there, so look beyond the common trends! Before…
Have you ever met a person who only talks about them self…or a person who will barely share his/her input so you feel like you are doing all the talking?! CONVO KILLERS 🙁 Have you ever had a conversation that went like this: Bob: Hey John: Hey Bob: What’s up? John: Not much Ohhh those…
This upcoming Saturday Feb 16th, high school students all across Calgary will gather at Southcentre Mall. They will be showcasing the products they have worked hard to create in their Junior Achievement companies over the school year. Details: JA Tradeshow 9:45 am – 4:00 pm Southcentre Mall (100 Anderson Rd SW) All companies donate…