Academic Rumour of the Week

If I get sick before a final exam, should I just take it anyway?

It depends

Edwards students have the option to apply for a deferred exam within 3 days of the missed exam if they are too ill to take it during the scheduled period. However, keep in mind that all Term 2 deferred exams are held in mid-June. So, even if you're not feeling your best, consider whether it's worth deferring until June. For more details on deferred exams, visit https://students.usask.ca/academics/exams.php#Deferredandsupplemental

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We often hear rumours, myths and legends when students come in for academic advising. The Academic Rumour of the Week has been created to address these rumours – are they true or not? If you've heard a rumour and want to know if it's true (academic-related), send it to undergrad@edwards.usask.ca. Each week we will address a different rumour and include it in this newsletter.

Academic Advising Appointments and Drop-Ins

Academic Advising Appointments and Drop-Ins: 

Edwards students can book an advising appointment online or by using the Edwards app - which you can download in the Apple App Store or GooglePlay Store by searching "Edwards School of Business". Students can book in-person or virtual appointments. All appointments will be confidential. Recording of appointments is strictly prohibited. 

Drop-in’s are for Edwards students only and are meant for brief academic questions (5-10 minutes). You have the option to attend in person or virtually. To attend a drop-in session, you must sign up on the advisor booking page during drop-in hours.

Don't forget you can also live chat with an academic advisor between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm, Monday-Friday, through WhatsApp (EdwardsatUSask or 966-1307).

Questions about your role as a student? What you should be doing to ensure academic success, setting career goals, getting involved, or thinking globally in each year of your program? View Edwards' newly updated Academic Advising Syllabus to help you navigate your B.Comm. degree.

Questions about your degree progression? View your online folder report today.

NEW Student Support and Outreach Coordinator

As of the end of January, Edwards has hired a full-time Student Support and Outreach Coordinator, Cait Millar, who is a registered social worker able to provide confidential, same-day, holistic and comprehensive support for students throughout their time at Edwards. Her services include education, coaching, mentorship, crisis intervention and management, problem-solving, resource navigation, referrals to both on-campus and off-campus resources, as well as consultation with faculty, staff, and community members, all with continuous follow-up care. Learn more about Cait OR Book an Appointment with Cait.

Here are some possible reasons why students meet with Cait:

• Do you need help connecting to resources on or off campus
• Do you feel like your mental health is not where it should be
• You are struggling with stress/anxiety
• You are having life stressors i.e., relationships, finances, finding balance etc.
• You are struggling with organization
• You need to connnect with AES
• You need a safe and confidential place to share your thoughts

Edwards Career Services

Whether you are first year or in your final year in Edwards, Career Services brings career development/recruitment opportunities to you. We will be hosting both in-person and virtual employer events this fall. To ensure you don’t miss any, be sure to check the Events calendar on CareerLink under the Edwards School of Business portal and/or the Edwards app.

Resume/Cover Letter/Career Development Appointments and Drop-Ins: 

Edwards students can book an appointment with a career advisor online or by using the Edwards app - which you can download in the Apple App Store or GooglePlay Store by searching "Edwards School of Business". Students now have the option to book in-person or virtual appointments. All appointments will be confidential. Recording of appointments is strictly prohibited. 

Office hours for appointments and drop-ins will vary by Career Advisor. Each Advisor's schedule will be listed on the booking system.

Join our Edwards Career Services group on LinkedIn! It’s designed to share employment opportunities, upcoming events and discussions of interest. Members include students, alumni, staff, faculty, and employer partners of Edwards Career Services.

Job Opportunities Available to Edwards Students

Showcased Opportunities - to view all opportunities available, be sure to search postings on CareerLink today!

• Specialist, Business Development – Full Time – Saskatoon, SK – Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Authority Inc. – Job ID 74576
• Finance Clerk – Full Time – Warman – City of Warman – Job ID 74553
• Manager, Human Resource Business Partner Team - HR-001439 – Full Time – Regina, SK. – Government of Saskatchewan – Job ID 74552
• Senior Credit and Grain Risk Specialist – Full Time – Regina – Viterra Canada Inc – Job ID 74550
• Content Creator – Volunteer – Saskatoon - Remote – Inspired 2 Uplift – Job ID 74548
• Marketing Advisor – Temporary/Contract – North Battleford – Discovery Co-op Ltd – Job ID 74546
• Accountant – Full Time – St.Brieux – Bourgault Industries – Job ID 74542
• Financing Specialist – Full Time – Saskatoon – WBM Technologies Inc. – Job ID 74523
• Research Data Analyst Summer – Saskatoon – Genome Prairie – Job ID 74521
• Sales Development Representative – Full Time – Saskatoon – TeamLinkt – Job ID 74512

Mar 1 - June 1: Edwards Awards Application Open

All continuing B.Comm. students are invited to check out the Edwards Spring Awards Application open from March 1 – June 1, 2025 for undergraduate business students. These awards have specific criteria based on academic achievement, student background, and leadership skills. 

NEW FOR 2025: The Edwards Awards Application has moved onto the PAWS Scholarships and Bursaries Channel. You will be able to access both Spring and Fall continuing awards applications exclusively through this channel.

Step 1: In the Scholarships and Bursaries channel, click 'Start a New Application'.

Step 2: Select Award Year (ex. '2025-2026') and Category ('Fall and Winter Terms')

Step 3: Select from Application drop-down menu '2025-2026 Edwards School of Business Scholarships (Deadline: June 1)'

Deadline for applications: Sun, June 1, 2025 at 11:59 pm

Please note:

• All supporting documents (statements of leadership, community involvement, etc.) must be uploaded in electronic form - hard copies are not accepted
• Unless you are on reduced course load, you must have completed a minimum of 18 credit units in Edwards between Sept 2024 and April 2025 to be eligible for these continuing awards

USask Verification Process for ALL Indigenous Students

USask has implemented an Indigenous verification process for students on campus.
All Indigenous students who have previously submitted documentation to Edwards must complete the new verification process (if you haven't done so already) to remain eligible for the following Edwards student supports:

• Indigenous specific Scholarships and Awards
• Professional Development Fund
• Tutoring Fund
• Emergency Assistance Fund

We invite all Indigenous students to complete the verification process to be eligible for these supports.

For more information about these services:

1. Go to the Edwards Student Channel in PAWS
2. Under Get Involved
3. Go to the Indigenous Students Page

Mar 31: Deadline to Submit Graduation Application for Spring 2025

Edwards Resume Book for Graduating Students

Are you in your final year of studies and searching for employment? Edwards Career Services assembles resume books of graduating students to provide to interested employers.

Asynchronous Resume Reviews

Edwards Career Services provides Asynchronous Resume Reviews! 

Simply submit your resume online at https://www.myedw.ca/ztk90 and we will provide you with feedback within 3 to 5 business days! Be sure to check out our other resume resources including Edwards SkillsFirst, our Resume Tip Sheet, and our handout on Communicating Your Accomplishments.

Questions? Contact careers@edwards.usask.ca

Apr 4: Reminder - Feedback - Student Learning Experience Questionnaire

End-of-Course Student Learning Experience Questionnaires (SLEQs) are due by 11:59 pm, April 4, 2025. 

Please take the time to fill-out your end-of-course SLEQs (through PAWS) in order to share your student feedback about your experiences in your courses. These SLEQs are crucial to your instructors and the college. Thank-you in advance.

Apr 15: Edwards Photo Station - Open for Booking

Program Plans Still Available for Viewing

Can't remember what was in your program plan? Interesting in adding/changing courses? You can still access your plan online at: https://www.edwards.usask.ca/planner/programplanner/

NEW Course: COMM 398 Sustainability Reporting

Now available for program planning: COMM 398.3 Sustainability Reporting

Open to all majors and offered for the first time in Winter Term, 2026, this new course provides an in-depth examination of sustainability accounting, reporting, and ESG-related disclosure. Topics will cover foundational perspectives on sustainability reporting, and the relevant sustainability reporting standard setters, standards, and frameworks. The course will also highlight the role of sustainability reporting in relation to business processes, certifications (e.g. BCorp) and sustainable finance (e.g. green bonds). The prerequisite is one of either COMM 321 or 325. The focus of the course is sustainability reporting, but sustainability touches all aspects of business, so the course is open to both accounting and non-accounting majors.