I hope everyone had a wonderful reading week! I spent most of my time eating, sleeping, and watching The Office. Some might say this was an unproductive use of my time, and I would have to agree. But it was…
Adventures with NSSE, the Student Engagement Survey
So, NSSE . . . Oh, you mean Nessie, the giant, Scottish lake monster. Um, well, sort of . . . Here, let me explain! If you’re in first or fourth year, you may have received an email from the President…
Staying active while sick 101
If you’ve gone outside within the last few weeks, then you’re aware of how brutal the weather is in Toronto. This means many students are getting sick. Sadly, I am one of said students. For many university students, catching a…
Making Mistakes at the U of T Public Speaking Club
On the fifth floor of OISE, in a large room full of wheely-chairs and a whole wall of windows, the U of T Public Speaking Club comes together. Every Friday from 3-5pm the club holds its general meeting, an open…
Selfies (at Robarts)
Our Community Crew Captain, Abdullah, posted the most honest, groundbreaking tweet that I've seen in my 5 months here at Student Life: is there a tumblr called selfies at robarts? because there should be one. — Life@UofT St. George (@lifeatuoft)…
Finding Massey College…and More
Last Monday I heard about a reading by author David Bezmozgis being held at Massey College and decided to check it out. Stepping through the gated entranceway, past the porter’s lodge, along the stone pathway of the water garden, I…
Sweet Mother of Noms!
It seems that reality has once again struck and we are all officially back into the swing of books, tests, and all that other fun stuff. I find the third week back to always be a serious buzz kill. It's…
Welcome Back: The Going To The Gym Edition
I get it. It’s cold outside, and walking for more than 15 minutes makes it feel like every drop of blood inside is freezing. So why bother leaving your place when you can just stay inside, right? The thing is,…
Fun Times at the UC Date Auction
At five minutes to eight pm, Sammy’s Pub at Hart House was bustling. There was a constant chatter coming from every table, as everyone talked and laughed waiting excitedly for the night’s entertainment. Last night I attended a University College…
Thinking About the Future
Just before we begin, let us take a brief pause. This is a fine moment in the academic year, before second semester really comes on full swing, to consider where we are, what we’ve done, and what we’d like to…