in the lab for an environmental sciences research project, and I learned a lot. Being in the lab was a new experience for me, I had next to no university science background whatsoever, nevermind the Pun net squares I did in anthropology, but I still got the job. Last school year I had the pleasure of working with the Athletics department here at Lakehead Orillia? being paid to organise and referee intramural sports is a pretty sweet deal! My first student position was during the summer of my second year as a criminology research assistant. After taking only one criminology course, I applied and worked from home that summer. All of these jobs were engaging, and I learned something new in each. Right now, I continue to work with professors and students from both of my previous research positions, and we are going to a research conference in Toronto this November? another new experience. Not only do you get to meet people along the way, these jobs are flexible and fit into your schedule. They are usually around 10 hours a week and pay minimum wage, or a bit above. I am happy to say that I will have this job for the rest of the year, so if you frequent this section of The Argus , you're stuck with me. In closing, student positions are a great way to learn new skills, make a few bucks to put towards your education, meet new people, and make connections that will