For many Grade 12 students, attending college or university is intimidating at the best times. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, however, those supporting them through the transition say some are experiencing more anxiety than usual.
Post-secondary institutions across the Maritimes have yet to decide whether they’ll open their physical doors next semester, commit to online classes or some combination of both.
University presidents say they’re planning for all three, but that’s of little help to students who have questions now about the upcoming term. “You have to be making plans, but the future that you’re making plans for is very unpredictable,” said University of King’s College president William Lahey. “That circumstance that we’re in