Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Spring Back to NewsLINC!

Almost no snow left!




Hello Folks,

Time to hit the outdoors, the fresh air, and the open water!
It's time again to think about the next edition of our NewsLINC student magazine!

This edition invites spring-related write-ups in addition to the usual stuff on biographies, traditional celebrations, recipes, etc. You're free to write on any of these topics and to post the articles on your blog. We will then edit your work a couple of times before submitting it for publication.

Please post your work on your blog by February 14, 2014. All the best on your sharing and writing!


Category
Description / Idea Prompts
Activity
Submissions reflecting sports and leisure activities.

Arts
Submissions related to the arts (visual arts, crafts, design, dance, film, literature, music, theatre).
·         Write a short story or poem.
·         Share your artistic talent/hobby.
·         Provide a review of your favourite book / movie / artist / etc.

Bios
Student profiles that exclude information about birth date or age.

Canada
Submissions which highlight Canada.
·         How do you describe Canada to your friends or family living abroad?
·         What do you like about living in Canada?
·         Write about a famous Canadian personality, landmark, historical event, etc.
·         Recommend places to visit or day trips in Ontario / Canada

Celebration
Occasions or events that result in celebration!
·         Share a personal success story (big or small)
·         Write about a special/milestone life event (wedding, birth, anniversary, etc.)
·         Write about a traditional celebration

General
If the submission does not fit with any of the other categories.

Heritage
Student reflections about their homeland or ethnic origins.
·         What do you miss the most about your homeland?
·         Describe a custom from your homeland
·         Write about where you came from

Recipe
Special recipes that have not been reproduced from the web or a book.

Seasonal
Submissions related to seasonal themes. Some ideas for spring:
·         Compare spring to winter.
·         Share your gardening tips.
·         Explain how maple syrup is made.
·         Describe your mother and why you appreciate her on Mother’s Day
·         Write about an environmental issue for Earth Day.
·         What do you like about spring?

Settlement
Student settlement stories.
·         Share a funny story about settling in Canada
·         What has surprised you the most?
·         What are some of the challenges you have faced?
·         What or who has helped you to adjust?

Skills
Tips, challenges and experiences related to finding work, working or learning in Canada.
·         Workplace culture
·         Looking for work / networking / volunteering
·         Studying / learning new skills


Watch the animals celebrate!

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