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Drew Hayden Taylor named 2026-27 Writer in Residence

Award-winning Indigenous writer Drew Hayden Taylor has been named Athabasca University’s 2026-27 Writer in Residence. With more than 45 years of experience across plays, novels, film, television and journalism, Taylor will support Ģ��ƵAPPstudents, faculty and staff with their writing and share his advice and experiences through consultations and a public talk.

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Scholarships and bursaries support Ģ��ƵAPPnursing students in rural communities

Athabasca University’s many nursing awards support students to make their highest contribution in their home communities.

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Supporting neurodiverse students at AU

April is known globally as Neurodiversity Awareness Month. For many neurodiverse folks, pursuing post-secondary education can seem daunting—but it doesn’t have to.

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Explore science labs like no other at Athabasca University

Athabasca University offers innovative at-home lab kits, along with week-long in-person labs, provide access and opportunity for students anywhere, any time.

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Quiz: 16 ways Athabasca University is like no other post-secondary

Athabasca University is like no other university in Canada. Try this quiz to learn more about open, online learning.

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Ģ��ƵAPPMaker Space provides cutting-edge technology to architecture students anywhere in the world

The Athabasca Architectural Maker Space provides innovative technology to Athabasca University architecture students—in Athabasca or anywhere around the world.

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Barriers to online learning (and how to overcome them!)

Check out some of the most common barriers to online learning that Athabasca University students face, along with strategies to overcome them.

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Find Ģ��ƵAPPawards, bursaries, and scholarships that are right for you

Students in Athabasca University (AU) programs will have better and more personalized access to awards, bursaries, and scholarships.

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Quick guide: Information and resources to help Ģ��ƵAPPstudents

Have questions? Looking for information as an Athabasca University student? Ģ��ƵAPPhas many support services to help.

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New secure browser will improve ProctorU exam invigilation at Athabasca University

It's getting easier to take an Athabasca University exam online with ProctorU! The new Guardian browser will improve privacy and security.

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Ģ��ƵAPPlaunches peer networking app pilot

Ģ��ƵAPPhas partnered with Nearpeer, a free networking platform that helps current Ģ��ƵAPPstudents find and connect with other Ģ��ƵAPPlearners.

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Scholarships and bursaries for Indigenous students

Indigenous Athabasca University students can access valuable funding opportunities through scholarships and bursaries

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5 ways e-texts can help students succeed

Learn about new features and functionality for e-textbooks at Ģ��ƵAPPand how using e-texts can help you succeed with your studies.

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Introducing a new way to access and share your Athabasca University transcripts

Students and alumni can now easily access and share their digital Athabasca University transcripts through MyCreds.ca.

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How do exams work at Athabasca University?

How do exams work at Athabasca University? How are exams different at an online university? What is ProctorU?

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How to protect yourself from online fraud

Protect yourself from online fraud and cyber crime with advice and resources from Athabasca University's cybersecurity experts.

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How work-integrated learning helped an Ģ��ƵAPPscience grad land his first IT job

After finishing a work-integrated learning experience during his Ģ��ƵAPPscience degree, Mishael Magsanoc has landed his first IT job.

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Students get hands-on research experience at Ģ��ƵAPPthanks to Mitacs Globalink partnership

International student researchers can work directly with Athabasca University professors thanks to a pan-Canadian partnership.

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Free mental health and wellness support for Athabasca University students

Athabasca University (AU) studentscan access free, confidential, professional mental health and wellness support through Carepath by Bayshore

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Get the support you need from Accessibility Services

Accessibility Services Coordinator Carrie Anton and Accommodation & Assessment Specialist Lisa Boone talk about the wide variety of student services available to Athabasca University students.

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ADMN 405: Virtual cooperative learning

Athabasca University is now offering two different simulations to choose in the Faculty of Business' virtual cooperative learning experience.

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Ģ��ƵAPPoffers science labs in the comfort of your own home

Several Athabasca University undergraduate science courses include a mail-out lab component, which is sent to learners free of charge.

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Student life and support

Award supports Indigenous students in heritage conservation, brings valuable perspective to Ģ����ƵAPPprogram

Drew Hayden Taylor named 2026-27 Writer in Residence

First in Family awards empower Ģ����ƵAPPstudents to pursue higher education

Scholarships and bursaries support Ģ����ƵAPPnursing students in rural communities

Supporting neurodiverse students at AU

Explore science labs like no other at Athabasca University

Students’ association celebrates 20 years with first-of-its-kind award for Athabasca University graduate students

Naomi K. Lewis named Athabasca University’s 2025-26 writer in residence

Quiz: 16 ways Athabasca University is like no other post-secondary

Ģ����ƵAPPMaker Space provides cutting-edge technology to architecture students anywhere in the world

Accessibility Services coordinator breaks down barriers

Share how your Ģ����ƵAPPexperience is like no other!

Barriers to online learning (and how to overcome them!)

Find Ģ����ƵAPPawards, bursaries, and scholarships that are right for you

Quick guide: Information and resources to help Ģ����ƵAPPstudents

Travel the world and experience different cultures while earning Ģ����ƵAPPcredit

New secure browser will improve ProctorU exam invigilation at Athabasca University

Ģ����ƵAPPlaunches peer networking app pilot

Scholarships and bursaries for Indigenous students

What students need to know about generative AI tools like ChatGPT

5 ways e-texts can help students succeed

Introducing a new way to access and share your Athabasca University transcripts

How do exams work at Athabasca University?

How to protect yourself from online fraud

How work-integrated learning helped an Ģ����ƵAPPscience grad land his first IT job

Students get hands-on research experience at Ģ����ƵAPPthanks to Mitacs Globalink partnership

Free mental health and wellness support for Athabasca University students

What students can expect from online learning

Get the support you need from Accessibility Services

ADMN 405: Virtual cooperative learning

Ģ����ƵAPPoffers science labs in the comfort of your own home

Explore science labs like no other at Athabasca University

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Award supports Indigenous students in heritage conservation, brings valuable perspective to Ģ��ƵAPPprogram

First in Family awards empower Ģ��ƵAPPstudents to pursue higher education

Scholarships and bursaries support Ģ��ƵAPPnursing students in rural communities

Ģ��ƵAPPMaker Space provides cutting-edge technology to architecture students anywhere in the world

Share how your Ģ��ƵAPPexperience is like no other!

Find Ģ��ƵAPPawards, bursaries, and scholarships that are right for you

Quick guide: Information and resources to help Ģ��ƵAPPstudents

Travel the world and experience different cultures while earning Ģ��ƵAPPcredit

Ģ��ƵAPPlaunches peer networking app pilot

How work-integrated learning helped an Ģ��ƵAPPscience grad land his first IT job

Students get hands-on research experience at Ģ��ƵAPPthanks to Mitacs Globalink partnership

Ģ��ƵAPPoffers science labs in the comfort of your own home