It’s another way to think about how I navigate the spaces I’m in, while being considerate that there I share this space with others too, and that we’re all navigating this space together.
Category: accessibility
U of T Gyms: Where to work out?
This week, I’m writing about the various gyms located on our vast U of T campus, and giving you a rundown of what to expect when you head there for your work-out needs. Personally, I have found that going to…
“Free Writing”: reclaim your creativity
Happy Spring, U of T! Last week, I had the pleasure of going to the “Speaking to Power with Clarity and Effectiveness” event, which included a special presentation by the University of Toronto’s Poet-In-Community, Ronna Bloom. The event was extremely…
An Introvert’s Guide to Leadership
If I were an animal, I think I’d be a turtle.
UTSG & snow closures: what they mean for accessibility
A couple of weeks ago, our beloved city was privy to some of the fiercest weather Canadian climate has to offer. On February 12th, 2019, widespread snowfall warnings covered most of Ontario, threatening up to 25 cm of snow, and…
#JoyatUofT: Mindfulness during Midterms
Having free drop-in sessions on campus allows students to take a break from their work and come back with a clearer mind. It also provides an environment for beginners to practice with guidance of instructors. It’s a pretty cool thing to have on campus!
How to talk to professors about accommodations
Having accommodations available at your fingertips has the potential to help students with disabilities succeed in their academic and personal lives, but this can only be done with collaborative effort. One of the most important steps in using your accommodations…
Overspending on food and how to fix it
I was going over my finances for the previous semester, wondering where all my hard-earned cash had disappeared to. Did someone hack into my bank account and drain me of my life source? Maybe I dropped my debit card somewhere…
Self-Care with a Disability: What does that look like?
Having a disability is a unique and nuanced experience. Students with disabilities can often find themselves overworked and overstressed, without any comforting release. When told to indulge in ‘self-care’, many students don’t know what that looks like for them, or…
Sidney Smith Commons: Inside and Out
This week, I had the pleasure to take a tour of the new Student Commons in Sidney Smith Hall (100 St. George St). For those of us who haven’t gotten a chance to see it yet (myself included), all I…