Room 6:01 Student Blog
Room 6:01 is a gathering space in the Tower Residence on campus. Students meet in 6:01 to connect, take a break from their studies, have fun, and share their struggles. The Room 6:01 Blog is where Erykca, McKena, and Minji, our current student bloggers, shares their campus experiences. They blog about tips for preparing for university, life on campus, living in residence, athletics, and the city of Edmonton.
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7 Movies to Re-Watch this Summer
Posted on: Jun 05, 2019Hey everyone! While the summer weather has been beautiful, there is still the occasional rainy day or times when you just feel like sitting down and watching a good movie. That’s why for today’s blog…
How to Survive Diploma Exams
Posted on: Jun 03, 2019My memories of high school diploma season mostly consist of a lot of hype and nerves—the tests were worth 50% of our final grade at the time—and early Saturday mornings spent going to diploma prep…
The Ultimate Packing List for Your Next Hiking Trip
Posted on: May 31, 2019Hey Everyone, While I have been on some hiking trips before, I am certainly no hiking expert. So, I got the expertise from my great friend and roommate Michelle on what to pack whether you’re going…
Succulent Gardening 101
Posted on: May 28, 2019Hey Everyone! Succulent gardens have recently become the newest gardening trend. People are going crazy for these beautiful cactus-like plants. Not only is there a diverse range of species that you can…
Bianca's Cherry Orchard Experience
Posted on: May 24, 2019Hi Friends! Yay for the month of May! The days are getting longer and the sun is shining a lot more which means that it’s almost summer and I am so ready. In light of the upcoming summer months, I thought…
How to Make the Most of Your High School Grad
Posted on: May 20, 2019Dear High School Graduates, As you approach your graduation day, the day you’ve waited 12 years for, I want to share five tips with you to make the most out of your very special day! Take lots of pictures!…
How to Host the Perfect Spring Tea Party
Posted on: May 17, 2019Haaaaappy Friday everyone! Spring is in the air, and Victoria Day is just around the corner – sounds like the perfect excuse to throw a fancy tea party to me! Hosting a Spring Tea is great fun—It…
5 Relaxing Spring Spots in Edmonton
Posted on: May 14, 2019Hey Everyone! With finals being over and spring in the air, you might be looking for some nice spots to get outside, enjoy nature, and relax for a little while. So, for today’s blog, I have gathered…
Astronomy at King’s & The Centre for Visualization in Science
Posted on: May 10, 2019Hi friends, welcome back to a new blog! Have you ever walked through King’s and found some really neat space pictures shown on the television screens? Have you ever wondered where those pictures came…
Get Involved: Spring/Summer Volunteer Opportunities
Posted on: May 07, 2019It’s finally May! We’re into the summer break! Woohoo! While you’re taking the next few months to earn some money and rest after another busy student year, consider getting involved in your community…
Grad Testimony: Bianca
Posted on: May 03, 2019Hi friends, The time has come. My three years of being a Psychology Undergraduate has finally come to an end and I am finally graduating. Throughout my three years here at King’s, I have gained so much…
Emily Looking Back at the Year - English & History
Posted on: Apr 30, 2019Today is my birthday, I’m all done with exams, and I’m sooo looking forward to relaxing at home with a good book. This academic year was another step closer to earning my Bachelor of Arts in English…
Lindsay Looking Back on The Year - PHE
Posted on: Apr 26, 2019Hey Everyone, Here we are, another year in the books! Being a second year I find it hard to believe that I’m officially halfway through my undergrad. As a PHE major you might expect me to talk about…
Grad Testimony: Kayla
Posted on: Apr 23, 2019Hey Everyone! It’s crazy to believe that in a little over a week I will be walking across the stage at convocation and officially becoming a King’s graduate! These past four years have flown by and…
6 Ways to Celebrate Easter
Posted on: Apr 19, 2019Easter is here! But, what is it? Should I celebrate it? Yes! This Holiday is for everyone! For many Christians, the first thing that comes into mind is the resurrection of Christ from the tomb and thus,…
Edmonton Poetry Festival & Poem in Your Pocket Day
Posted on: Apr 16, 2019Hey friends! Did you know April is Poetry Month? This month, Edmonton is hosting their Poetry Festival. This blog is going to answer all of your frequently asked questions and tell you more about Poem…
4 Steps to Start Composting
Posted on: Apr 12, 2019Hi everyone! As the weather gets warmer and we move into spring, I get more and more excited about spending more time outdoors in the sun. I’m not much of a green thumb (in fact, I’m notoriously bad…
Refresh, Refocus, Relax: 5 Healthy Study Break Ideas
Posted on: Apr 09, 2019With exam week just around the corner students are really starting to feel the stress here on campus. If you’re starting to feel the pressure with your finals coming up be sure to get studying but don’t…
King's Keepers Interview
Posted on: Apr 05, 2019Hey Everyone! Tomorrow is Walk to Work Day, so for today’s blog we are focusing on environmental friendliness. For this I decided to interview Claire Brandenbarg, one of the leaders of King’s Keepers,…
5 Tips for a Successful Job Interview
Posted on: Apr 02, 2019Hi friends! Welcome back to another blog! At this point you are probably thinking about your final exams or maybe even about applying for a job this summer. Do you know what makes a job interview successful?…