When I first moved to Canada I knew nothing about its history and its development as the country it is today. I assumed, like many other countries, there were conflict, struggles, pain, and overpowerment. My first glimpse of Canadian history…
Author: Ashlyr (page 2)
How to: Deal with Changes
There are many things that one will experience in university, some being completely amazing and others being extremely challenging to go through. Whether if it’s your first C in a course or first time going to a frat party, or…
Being a Don
Being a don is one of the most worth while life experiences that I have ever had. The position allows me to step out of my comfort zone and be creative as I have to be an advisor for students…
Things You Should Do During Reading Week
November is just around the corner and for Arts and Science students we all know that means Reading Week is almost here. This reading week is even more exciting because it’s the first time the Arts and Science students are…
The Perfect Chill Spot
U of T can be quite overwhelming when it comes to finding places to relax, study, or even just hang out. It’s so big it’s hard to find anything. There are so many hidden places amongst the school that even…
Discovering a Career
We all have an idea of what we want in life. Some people are certain about their dreams and others change their minds. From what I’ve learnt from the past two years is that choosing a career is never a…
Juggling Commitments
The hardest part about university is learning how to manage your time. University is a bit different than high school due to the fact that the course load is heavier, you are away from home (if you are international student…
Reducing Stress
Although it has only been two weeks of school, I ,personally, am already feeling a bit overwhelmed by my workload. Class work can pile on very quickly and is it does, my stress level increases. Stress is the one thing…
Reasons Why You Should Get Involved
Welcome back students of U of T! Or if you are a new student, Welcome to U of T! The first week of classes is always a nostalgic moment for me. Memories of getting lost to classes in first year,…
First Day of First Year
The days leading up to my first day of classes were filled with mixed emotions. During orientation week, you can’t help but feel excited. You meet new people, the activities hype you up for the school year, and you are…