Santiago is a mad city. At least, for me it is. Santiago’s total population stands at just under 7 million and that number is easily felt every day. From the claustrophobically packed subways, to the heavy smog, to the cars…
3 reasons why I take a variety of courses at U of T
As a life science student, there are a lot of courses that are mandatory, but there is still room left for elective courses. With the numerous courses that U of T offers, I find it hard sometimes to narrow my…
How Hard is First Year, Actually? Transitioning from High School to University
When I first started at U of T, I worried a lot about how hard university would actually be. For high school, I went to a public school with a strong academic reputation. Now that I’m in university, I study…
Starting at UofT: how to handle expectations
Whether you’re starting your first year at U of T or your fourth, there will always be expectations surrounding what you should be doing starting September. For me, pressure from my family and even from some friends is already slowly…
Study Tips: The Best Way to Study is By Taking Breaks
Forcing yourself to sit down and study can be difficult, but finding the right way to take a break from studying can be just as hard! As much as I try to have a regulated study schedule, finding motivation at…
I Speak Spanish?
I speak Spanish. With two Chilean parents and a grandmother who knows virtually nothing of English or French despite living in Montreal for 40 years, not learning Spanish was not an option. So, my sister and I spoke Spanish in…
Back to school already?
Three full months have flown by since summer break began. And honestly, I’m not sure if it’s been too long, or if it’s not been enough. So many things have changed in my life; this is the longest I’ve ever…
First year seminar- how it enhanced my university experience
I thought I had a clear idea of what courses I would take in my first year, but when I began researching, I encountered this thing called breadth requirements *shudders*. As a result, I frantically searched for courses that would…
Making Friends at University: My Top 3 Tips!
Sometimes, the scariest thing about university is just trying to make friends! As I mentioned in my last post, I moved from Vancouver to Toronto without knowing a single person. Now, I’ve made lots of great friends in this city. But,…
Studying in a University Where I Know No One
When was the last time you went to a library by yourself? For some, that’s actually the best way to study. Personally, I like studying with my friends because we keep each other accountable to our study goals and deadlines.…