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How I Got My First Work-Study Job

Posted on: April 21, 2023 Last updated on: May 8, 2023 Written by: jessica Comments: 0
While I can’t recommend the Work Study program enough, the process of job searching can be stressful! To hopefully make applying less overwhelming, in this blog post, I’ll break down my step-by-step process of applying and getting hired for my first Work-Study position.
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What Lunar New Year Means to Me as a Second-Generationer

Posted on: January 18, 2023 Last updated on: January 24, 2023 Written by: jessica Comments: 0
Every family is different, and as a second-generation Chinese-Canadian some of my traditions may seem untraditional.
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Taking a UTM Course as a St. George Student

Posted on: December 16, 2022 Last updated on: January 24, 2023 Written by: jessica Comments: 0
Taking a course at a different U of T campus is one of the perks of having a university across three campuses: St. George (Downtown Toronto), Mississauga, and Scarborough. This can be a great option if you’re looking to explore…
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The Ultimate Commuter Guide

Posted on: November 11, 2022 Last updated on: November 10, 2022 Written by: jessica Comments: 0
Coming from an experienced commuter, here are my top tips for navigating your commute!
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What to Expect at Orientation

Posted on: August 22, 2022 Last updated on: August 19, 2022 Written by: jessica Comments: 0
This year will be my fourth year participating in Orientation! (Does this mean I'm getting old?) I attended Orientation in my first year in 2019, and have returned as an Orientation Leader ever since. With the return of in-person Orientation,…
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A Tour of First Nations House

Posted on: June 27, 2022 Last updated on: June 27, 2022 Written by: jessica Comments: 0
For National Indigenous People’s Day last Tuesday, I was given a tour of First Nations House by their director, Michael White. Located in the North Borden Building on 563 Spadina Crescent, First Nations House is a culturally relevant hub for…
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Attending Pride Events as an Ally

Posted on: June 16, 2022 Last updated on: June 16, 2022 Written by: jessica Comments: 0
Happy Pride Month, U of T! This month, the university held their first in-person Pride events since 2019. This also means it was the first time I got to experience U of T Pride events as an ally, and it…
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