Students show passion for their projects in Camosun Comic Arts Festival

On April 18, graduating students of Camosun’s Comics & Graphic Novels (CGN) certificate program will unveil their final projects at the Camosun Comic Arts Festival, an annual event celebrating the artistic and literary achievements of CGN students. The event features original student artwork, prints, stickers, and more available to browse and purchase; the festival also […]

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CCSS offering food bank services for Camosun students

Camosun College Student Society sponsored content Groceries cost more than ever and times are tough—we all know that. But what you might not know is that the Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) offers a helping hand through its food bank services. The CCSS operates a food bank at both campuses—with help from its partners at […]

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CCSS provides mental-health portal with MyWellnessPlan

Camosun College Student Society sponsored content It’s not uncommon for post-secondary students to experience mental health issues. This can make it difficult, if not impossible, to deal with school while having a productive lifestyle off campus as well. But finding help can be overwhelming; luckily, the Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) has resources available. The […]

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How to be a student and a parent without dying trying

Usually when thinking about college, people immediately daydream about endless nights studying, finishing assignments overnight, horrifying deadlines, good friends, group jokes, enjoyable classes, boring classes, campus activities, jobs in between classes or seasons, and of course, partying like a rock star. In fact, college students have a very active schedule in which they cannot possibly […]

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Camosun Cultural Showcase celebrates milestone

This month, Camosun International will host its annual Cultural Showcase. Featuring performances from domestic and international students, the showcase aims to honour students’ backgrounds and highlight the joy that comes from celebrating diversity. Now in its 15th year, event organizers Jayanti Bachani and Dana Pankowsky are looking forward to shaking things up. Pankowsky, a Camosun […]

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Students get access to myvirtualdoctor through CCSS

Camosun College Student Society sponsored content Do you need help with a health issue but have no family doctor? Or maybe you have a family doctor but the wait is too long? There’s a service available that can help you out.  Camosun College students get access to myvirtualdoctor, a virtual health care service that provides […]

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Student tips to de-stress as exam season approaches

I used to see April as an optimistic transition into spring: the days getting longer, flowers emerging from their muddy cocoons, and the slow death of winter. And yes, I know that the first technical day of spring happens in March, but the Victoria weather system is a lawless land, filled with second winters that […]

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Student society offers free legal assistance for students

Camosun College Student Society sponsored content Finding yourself over your head in a legal situation? Having landlord issues? Wondering if your employer is doing something against the law? Luckily, all eligible Camosun College students have access to free legal advice. The service, provided by the Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) through the British Columbia Federation […]

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International student organization Enactus comes to Camosun

International student organization Enactus has come to Vancouver Island; its first chapter on the island was formed at Camosun College’s Interurban campus last fall. Enactus has chapters in 33 different countries and is affiliated with 1,064 campus programs. The Camosun chapter of Enactus aims to provide a space for entrepreneurship and innovation to assist students […]

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Student bus pass gets new look this year with Umo card and app

Camosun College Student Society sponsored content The U-Pass—a bus pass for students—is one of the most-used services provided jointly by the Camosun College Student Society (CCSS) and Camosun College, and it’s gone through some pretty big changes recently. You’ve probably heard of the Umo app or card by now; this is how students now use […]

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