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By Claire Hutcheon

Moving to university from high school was a surreal experience. No more daily school routines to keep me on track, no parents or teachers to constantly remind me of assignments and tests. I was finally an adult, making my own decisions and keeping track of my own time. Unchained from structure, I was liberated.

That feeling lasted about a month until I became so distracted by my freedom that I put off studying for a midterm for weeks when suddenly... it was the day of my midterm, and I completely forgot. I missed my test and had to drop the class, which went on my permanent transcript.

Whether it is a late email response, cramming for a test at the last second, or delaying an assignment, almost everyone has found themselves locked in the all-familiar cycle of saying, 鈥淚鈥檒l get to it eventually.鈥�

Starting university might bring about your first encounter with procrastination, or you鈥檙e familiar with it and know the struggle too well.

Unfortunately, procrastination can be detrimental to success: lower exam scores, slower job promotions, increased anxiety and self-esteem, and it might even make it difficult for you to finish school. It is important to catch the cycle of procrastinating before it starts, and if you can鈥檛 do that, to know how to escape it. But we can鈥檛 begin to find the solution without first understanding the cause.

Procrastination is not just delaying tasks or actions intentionally; it is an irrational process that occurs despite the negative consequences because, to your brain, procrastination is rewarding.

When we decide to procrastinate, all of the stress and pressure we once felt waft away, and the body鈥檚 reward system, which has no concept of time, is happy because its job is to make us feel good right now.

In turn, you continue to procrastinate and optimize 鈥榞ood feelings鈥�. That is why you might find yourself putting off an assignment until later, and then tomorrow comes, and you do the same thing every day until the day it is due.

Another form of procrastinating is doing smaller tasks that are less significant compared to something else. For example, washing the dishes instead of studying for a final exam. This way, you avoid the major task by distracting yourself with something productive so it feels rewarding.

Procrastination is the struggle with self-control, and it is no different than picking at a scab or eating even though you鈥檙e full. As it becomes more of a habit, procrastinating is harder to overcome. Hence the saying, 鈥淥ld habits die hard.鈥�

So, how can you change your procrastinating ways?

In all fairness, I鈥檝e never gone cold turkey on my procrastinating habits. But, after years of learning my lesson time and time again, I鈥檝e gotten much better and even developed a handful of tips to fall back on when I feel myself losing the battle.

Here are some of the ways you can delay your procrastination in university and just do it later (pun intended).

Eat the Frog

As Mark Twain said, 鈥渋f the first thing you do each morning is eat a live frog, you鈥檒l have the satisfaction of knowing you鈥檙e done with the worst thing you鈥檒l have to do all day.鈥� In other words, if you tackle the biggest, most important task of the day before anything else, you鈥檒l beat the temptation to procrastinate.

Eating the frog will take some adjustments to your mornings, but it is an effective way of making sure you start your day off right and don鈥檛 begin to prioritize smaller tasks over the hardest and most important tasks.

Or do nothing!

I know this sounds counter-productive. Shouldn't I be saying 鈥渏ust start your task鈥�? However, the majority of procrastinators aren鈥檛 lazy, they simply do less important and more immediately gratifying tasks to avoid the more important and anxiety-inducing tasks.

The 鈥渙r do nothing鈥� method entails setting aside a certain amount of time in the day to work 鈥� 90 minutes let's say. During that time frame you don鈥檛 have to work on the big scary task, but you can鈥檛 do anything else. No scrolling on your phone, no sleeping, no cleaning your room or washing the dishes, just sitting there and doing nothing.

Eventually, you鈥檒l find yourself slowly starting the thing you wanted to work on and when you find yourself drifting, simply stop and stare at the wall. Doing nothing will feel like a break from your work but not enough of one to distract you.

Plan your day before it starts

Planning your day after you wake up can take hours out of your day and away from the time you have to actually work. By planning your day the night before, you鈥檒l cut down on the amount of decisions you have to make in a day. This way, you can start your day feeling accomplished and already knowing what the first thing you have to do is.

Make a list and cut it in half

When you're actively procrastinating or about to procrastinate something, it is common to get swept up in completing smaller tasks. Even having too many things to do in a day can be overwhelming and cause you to procrastinate. 

As you鈥檙e making your list of things you have to do in the day, write out everything that you can think of that you want to get done. Then, take that list and start crossing off tasks that are the least important and that you have more time to complete. Leaving only the most important things that need to be completed on the list.

In doing so, you have more focus on those few tasks and are less inclined to be distracted by smaller, more rewarding tasks.

Adjust your environment

As a procrastinator, I also have major FOMO and insecurities about my procrastination habits. So, the number one thing that I always do when I am at my wits end with an assignment is leave my house. I have always found there to be way too many distractions when trying to work in my room or at the dining table. Most importantly, there is no one there to shame me if I鈥檓 not working.

By leaving my house and going to a cafe or the library to get my work done, I actually utilize my own insecurities of someone judging me for not working into completing my assignments. The societal pressure of other people being productive works wonders for me.

If you鈥檙e someone who can鈥檛 work in public places because of the noise and constant movements, then find somewhere quiet to sit down and focus. Take away any possible distractions, turn all of your devices onto 鈥楧o Not Disturb鈥�. Sometimes you need to tune everything out, before you can really tune into your work.

Procrastination is a persistent struggle for many of us, especially in university where newfound freedom and independence can quickly lead to missed deadlines and stress. I still struggle with procrastination but with some self-reflection and strategies, I鈥檝e gained more control over my life and so can you.

Managing procrastination isn鈥檛 easy and these tips are not a guaranteed pathway towards never procrastinating again. They are, however, a crucial step in developing more self-control and motivation in your university career. The first step is always difficult but continuity is key so embrace these tools and remember, it鈥檚 about progress, not perfection. You鈥檝e got this!

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By Mohamed Berrada

Starting university is a major milestone. For many, it鈥檚 their first foray into adulthood鈥攁nd their first time managing a budget. Budgeting can seem complicated, but it鈥檚 an essential skill for personal and financial success. Here are some ways students can get ahead.听

Cut unnecessary expenses听听

Cutting unnecessary expenses is an important part of balancing your budget. Your budget shrinks every time you spend. If you鈥檙e not careful, you might blow your budget before you know it. Here are some tips to reduce your spending.听听

• Curb impulse buys: Before proceeding to checkout, ask yourself: 鈥淒o I really need this?鈥� If you take a day to think about it before buying something, you might decide you don鈥檛 need it after all.听
• Cut down on subscriptions: Gym memberships and streaming services like Netflix and Spotify might seem like money-savers, but they can quickly add up. Subscribing only to services you actually use is a great step toward financial health.听
• Buy used books: Textbooks are expensive. Seek out used textbooks for sale on student swap groups and websites like Kijiji. Buying digital versions of your textbooks, or borrowing them from the library, can also help keep expenses down.听
• Buy in bulk: If you have the storage space, buying essentials like rice, pasta, and hygiene products in bulk can mean big savings over time. You may also find cheaper goods at big box stores like Walmart and Costco.听

Tips for saving听

Student discount and benefit programs are designed to help you save money, but it can be difficult to know how to apply them effectively.听

• Show your student card for discounts: A number of businesses and services offer discounts to students. The will also get you discounts in various stores and restaurants.听听
• Track your spending with an app: Try a free app to help you manage and track your spending in real time.听听
• Cook frugally at home: Eating out is tempting and easy鈥攂ut it鈥檚 also costly!听 Build good habits from your first year of studies by preparing simple, inexpensive meals at home. Pasta and salads are easy to make, and meal prepping can also save money and time. 听

Learn about credit and debt听

One credit card mistake can leave students paying the price鈥攍iterally and figuratively! 鈥攆or years to come. Credit cards pose major pitfalls to students who don鈥檛 know the risks.听

• Use credit cards with caution: Don鈥檛 make purchases you can鈥檛 afford, and never put a balance on your credit card you can鈥檛 pay off promptly. Credit card interest rates are often very high and can lead to debt accumulation, which can weigh heavily on your financial鈥攁nd mental鈥攈ealth.听
• Learn about interest on balanced owed: Take advantage of university resources to improve your knowledge of credit cards, interest rates, and repayment. The internet also offers countless free and interactive resources.听

By learning how to manage your budget as a student, you鈥檙e developing a skill for life. Reducing your financial stress starts with your budget. By cutting unnecessary expenses, finding daily savings, and learning the basics of credit and debt, first-year university students can make smarter financial choices and start their university life off on the right foot.听

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Now that you鈥檝e decided studying in 蘑菇传媒 is right for you, what鈥檚 next?

Choose an Institution

Determine what you鈥檇 like to study and where. UniversityStudy.ca is a good place to begin. It includes profiles of institutions and listings of their programs. You may want to research individual university websites as well. An easy way to access those is through our searchable database of study programs.

It is important to find out as much as you can about the institutions you鈥檙e considering, and the communities they鈥檙e in, to make sure you make the best possible choice. Don鈥檛 be afraid to contact officials who deal with international students at the universities you鈥檙e interested in and to ask them questions. Also, make sure you give yourself plenty of time to apply and to get a study permit (see below).

Prepare and submit an application

After you鈥檝e identified your preferred universities, find out on their websites what the admission requirements are and what the application process entails. Application rules vary across institutions, but you鈥檒l need to consider the following:

Are you eligible?

In 蘑菇传媒, each university has its own entrance requirements and will assess you on an individual basis. However, graduation from a secondary school and good academic standing are typically the minimum requirements for undergraduate study.

What documents are needed?

You may need to supply official documents, such as transcripts from secondary or postsecondary school. It may be necessary to have those documents assessed and translated into English or French. Consult your country鈥檚 educational authorities or the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials () for more information on degree recognition.

Do you meet the language requirements?

International students in 蘑菇传媒 must demonstrate proficiency in either English or French, depending on the university they apply to. Many English-language universities require that you attain a minimum score on a standardized language test. French-language universities usually assess applicants on a case-by-case basis.

If your language skills are insufficient, there is a host of Canadian programs you can enroll in before applying to a university in the country, offered by universities, colleges and private institutions. For more information, go to the Languages 蘑菇传媒 website ().

What is the application process to study in 蘑菇传媒?

Application processes vary by province. In some provinces, students can apply through a central application service. In others, you must apply directly to the university. You may also want to apply to more than one program or university in case you aren鈥檛 admitted to your first choice.

What are the application deadlines?

Deadlines vary, but generally, you should apply at least eight to twelve months in advance. Typical entry points for international students are the September and January semesters. However, many universities have a 鈥渞olling admissions鈥� procedure to consider international students throughout the year.

Obtaining a study permit

Once you鈥檝e received a letter of acceptance from a Canadian university, you must apply for a study permit if you intend to study in 蘑菇传媒 for six months or longer. You must apply for the permit before you come to 蘑菇传媒.

You can apply online or submit a paper application to the Canadian visa office responsible for your country. Details about study permits for international students can be found on the website of .

To study in Quebec, you must also obtain a Certificate of Acceptance of Quebec (CAQ) from that province. You can find further information online ().

To obtain a study permit, you must prove you have enough money to pay your tuition fees, living expenses for yourself and family members who come to 蘑菇传媒 with you, and return transportation for you and any family members who come. In some cases, you will also need to pass a medical examination that proves you are in good health.

To study in 蘑菇传媒, you must be law-abiding, have no criminal record and not be a risk to Canadian security. You may have to provide a police certificate.

You also need to prove to the visa officer that your primary reason for coming to 蘑菇传媒 is to attend university, and that you will leave 蘑菇传媒 at the end of your studies.

Working while in 蘑菇传媒

Since 2014, newly arrived full-time international students with valid study permits have been allowed to work in 蘑菇传媒 without a work permit. They can work on-campus for an unlimited number of hours and, if their program lasts at least six months, they can work off-campus up to 20 hours per week while school is in progress, and full-time during study breaks.

International students who wish to work while studying must obtain a Social Insurance Number (SIN) from Service 蘑菇传媒. They can work as soon as they have their SIN.

International students in 蘑菇传媒 are also allowed to work as part of a co-op or internship program as long as the work is part of their educational program. Students in these programs will require a work permit in addition to their study permit.

After university: working and gaining permanent residency in 蘑菇传媒

The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP) allows international students who have graduated from a program of at least eight months鈥� duration at a Canadian university to get work experience in the country. This permit allows students to work for the same period of time that their university program lasted, up to a maximum three years. If certain criteria are met, a student鈥檚 spouse may be able to obtain an Open Spousal Work Permit.

Canadian experience as a skilled worker through the PGWPP helps graduates qualify for permanent residence in 蘑菇传媒 through a process called Express Entry, the system through which most immigrants obtain permanent residence in the country. And under new rules introduced in November 2016, getting a degree in 蘑菇传媒 also makes it easier to gain permanent residence. With permanent resident status, you get most of the social benefits, including health-care coverage, that Canadian citizens receive. Permanent residents can subsequently apply for Canadian citizenship after having lived in 蘑菇传媒 for a predetermined number of years.

For more information on study permits, visit 

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