I was always an active person. From competitive gymnastics to recreational sports in school to dancing as a hobby, I always found myself doing some sort of physical activity. Quarantine gave me the chance to branch out in fitness; for…
Haven’t reached out to an academic advisor yet? – Here’s why you should!
There are so many resources available to us at U of T, and with the larger commitment school has required in the online setting, navigating all these resources can be intimidating. However, there is hope! A very quick and easy way to start your navigation…
Resolutions for the New Semester
New semester, new me! I’m sure a lot of us feel like the new semester is a fresh start for keeping up with healthy habits. Going into this semester I’ve been feeling pretty burnt out and unorganized already. Normally I’d…
What’s TEDxUofT and what’s going on?
Credit title image: Jenna Liao Among the very many student groups at U of T, I’m going to talk about the TEDxUofT student group today. For me, TED was an organisation that I already knew but didn’t feel personally connected…
How I’m Planning For a New Semester
One of my favourite things about a new semester is being able to plan out my assignments and get ready for the term. Not sure if others can relate, but I love scheduling out my entire semester and getting a…
How Journaling Every Day Boosts My Mental Health
Here’s how keeping a journal practice boosts my mental health.
Learning to Relax
Happy New Year! As much as I love the winter holidays and all the joy and relaxation that comes with it, I (and most likely you) have to snap back to reality. Usually, after a nice break it takes a…
Remembering Those Lost: Attending the Flight PS 752 Memorial
Just over a year ago, on January 8th, 2020, eight members of the U of T community were killed in the Ukraine International Airlines Flight P752 crash. In memory of the victims, the Iranian Association at the University of Toronto…
Reflections On My First Half of Fourth Year
This week, I start my last term of undergrad! It’s so crazy to think about how far I’ve come and how fast the years have gone. This week, I wanted to reflect on how my first term of fourth year…
The Importance of Community-Engaged Learning at The Centre for Community Partnerships
Happy 2021, and welcome back to school! I hope everyone has had a restful and wonderful winter break! As I transition back into my work with the The Centre for Community Partnerships (CCP), I thought I would begin the New…