Going back to school can be daunting. These thoughts and many more of self-doubt are swirling through the minds of students as they enter the halls of NAIT for the first time. Luckily, they aren’t alone and neither are you. NAIT has a sprawling campus across North-Central Edmonton, serving over 34,000 students. Entering the front […]

It’s the last week of classes and you’re late for class! It’s 7:18 a.m. on a Thursday and you forgot to set your alarm. Now you’ve got approximately 12 minutes to get ready before you take off for your 8 a.m. class. Everyone has been in a situation like this.  Luckily for you, eat AT […]

Let’s face it, it’s easy to feel like you aren’t connecting with everything and everyone around you. Staying connected with the NAIT community can also be hard. If you struggle with making friends or have trouble staying involved, you aren’t alone. It’s a very common feeling that most NAIT students have. Even I found it […]

Some people get lunch or coffee together. Others stay and chat in the classroom. My classmates created rituals like these almost immediately. They invited me along sometimes. Peer pressure works on me. Now I buy overpriced coffee every day. It’s a ritual. Rituals make everyday actions symbolic. Buying a daily coffee with friends becomes a […]

The first 15 weeks at NAIT have been a crazy mix of emotions, experiences, and challenges. As students have navigated through the last 15 weeks it is important to pause and appreciate the best parts of the journey. Here is a list that highlights the best parts of student life.