Annie

d'Olivat

Honours Bachelor of Arts & Science, Bachelor of Education
Hawkestone, ON

I chose Lakehead University because I wanted a school that would provide me with a unique post-secondary experience. I love that Lakehead University is a small school with big opportunities for its students. It is a place where you are viewed and valued as an individual.

Since we are a smaller-sized school, there is a sense of community that a larger institution is not capable of obtaining. I have not only made connections with my fellow classmates, but I have also connected with my professors. Due to our smaller classroom sizes, the professors at Lakehead University have the opportunity to build relationships with their students and to have valuable class discussions. The student life at Lakehead is like one big family. There is always something going on around campus! For example, there are intramural games throughout the weeknights, LUSU events on weekends, leadership workshops between classes, and different clubs meeting at various times!

The small classroom sizes and community-feel of Lakehead University helped to make my transition from high school to university smooth and comfortable! If you are the type of person who likes to be involved, there are plenty of opportunities to do so at Lakehead! The students I met during my orientation (4 years ago) are still my friends to this day! Every time I am on campus I am always seeing people I know. I love the atmosphere on campus. The food from Madison County is delicious and you get to see them make your food right before your eyes!