"Toronto was my first choice" - a true story about overcoming obstacles to achieve your goals

What happens when you overcome doubts, challenges, and sacrifice everything to achieve your dreams? Symone Peltier, first year Psychology student at University of Toronto, tells you in her own words.

Adam Smith - the philosopher who invented Economics

Adam Smith studied at both Glasgow and Oxford, loved one and despised the other. Here we look at the father of classical Economics in his student days.

Hall of Fame

BrainGain Magazine showcases the higher education journeys of well-known figures

Mark Zuckerberg's emotional speech to Harvard graduates

The Facebook founder made an urgent appeal to his generation, millennial to millennial to not only create new jobs, but create a sense of purpose.

What Makes a Good Mentor?

There is no lack of inspiration for an individual willing to learn. The presence of a mentor, however, can make a significant difference in one's life. But, it is not possible to have just anyone play this role for us. So how do we find an incredible guide who can further our passion? Dr. McClellan gives us five qualities we should look for in a good mentor.