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By: Marieta Osezua What COMS is: going into my first year as a COMS student. I did not know what to expect from the program or exactly what Communications and media studies was all about. But this first year has helped me understand it. In summary, communications and media studies is the study of how media… Continue reading Things I learned in First Year COMS

By: Leaha Kahsay Going to professional conferences are a normal thing in most professions, and for students in university, however, it can be intimidating attending these events if you are still new to this. But don’t worry here is four quick tips on attending professional conferences to get you ready for our COMS IRL event… Continue reading Your Guide to Professional Conferences

By: Gabriella Taekema The answer is that there are different small events in a certain time frame that is centered around a certain profession.  When you go to a professional development conference, you will arrive and register. There may be workshops, panels, keynote speakers or networking. Workshops are there to equip you with new information,… Continue reading Professional Development Conferences. What are they?

We sat down with one of our Social Media Directors Erin Boyle. She was super interested in the social media aspect of CUSS and decided to run for a position that means a lot to her. She is currently finishing up her Second year and we hope she continues to play a huge role in… Continue reading Interview with Social Media Director

We sat down with a few members of the 2017-2018 exec team to discuss why they joined, what they hope you get out of CUSS if you decide to run for a position and their challenges you might face. Michelle Vuong is a 4th year rep who has been in CUSS since her first year… Continue reading Interview with Fourth Year Rep

By: Catherine Johnson Having the opportunity to network is valuable asset that many students don’t have the opportunity to part-take in. CUSS Networking provides students to meet professional individuals in specific fields and ask them questions, share ideas and make connections in a laid-back environment. While they’re so many benefits from networking, some people avoid… Continue reading Why Networking is Awesome

Community Listening Community listening means that you watch what your target customers  like and don’t like. You get feedback in the form of  comments, likes, reactions and shares. Community listening lets you get in on fads such as rolled ice cream, new nail trends, and viral hair cutting videos. You get to see what viral… Continue reading Why Instagram is Important in Marketing and Communications

For the second year in a row, CUSS has put together an incredible night to not only celebrate communication students but to acknowledge the fabulous facility and alumni that make our degree possible. Hosted by the Marconi Centre, Jake Robillard and his amazing committee came in extra early to make this event the biggest one… Continue reading COMS Gala

By: Paula Sillers   What makes a Good Mentor, you ask?  To me, a suitable mentor is someone who sees potential, encourages success and is able to support and guide others. My previous experience as a mentor has taught me that a good mentor doesn’t seek acceptance or friendship from their mentee, but instead looks… Continue reading The Dos and Don’ts to Becoming an Excellent Mentor