I didn’t actually know how to skate when I showed up at MoveU’s Scary Skate on Halloween. (I still don’t.) I’ve wanted to go ice skating for a while now, ever since I’d known that it was a possibility (and…
TIFA Small Press Market and The Arts: Community and Personal Fulfillment
As a new initiative in the Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA), I tabled for Augur Magazine (along with Terese Pierre and Lawrence Stewen!) at the Small Press Market in Harbourfront Center last Saturday. It was a very low-key area,…
How I’m Surviving Studying Abroad In A Non-English Speaking Country
Studying abroad in a country where English is not often spoken can be difficult, but it's far from impossible. Here's how I've surviving so far.
Literary Meet and Greet Event: An Overview
The Arts and Culture Commissioner's portfolio for VUSAC (Victoria University Students' Administrative Council) is really interesting and engaging. Some aspects of the position include Co-Producing The Bob, an annual sketch comedy show held at Victoria College, co-planning the Gardiner Gala,…
The First Month of Studying Abroad Is The Hardest. Here’s How I Survived It
Studying abroad isn't for the faint of heart. Here are four tips to help you survive the first month of your study abroad experience.
A Week in the Life: Seoul Edition
By the end of last week, I was exhausted from studying. It felt like all I’d been doing lately was problem set after problem set, assignments, and readings. “I feel like I’ve been studying even more than I used to…
Nuit Blanche: A Night of Giving
Happy Thanksgiving! In the spirit of gratitude and reflection, this week, instead of reviewing a workshop on facilitation strategies, I wanted to share a cool experience I had with Art Starts on Nuit Blanche (October 5, 2019) that culminated in…
Experiencing Indigenous History in Canada: The Blanket Exercise
I didn’t know what to expect when I decided to attend The Blanket Exercise. I knew that it would be an educational experience on Indigenous affairs in Canada. However, I didn’t know just how emotional and interactive the history lesson…
Facilitation For Leaders Workshop: A Reminder of Identity, Memory, and Goal-setting
Now that the first month has passed by, I wanted to revisit my earlier goals for this work-study term. One skill I really wanted to develop was the ability to facilitate workshops and meetings. I have a quiet voice, so…
Finding Things to Do on Exchange
Last Saturday was a blur of lights and music. As I exited the amusement park where the KB Rapbeat Festival was held, I carefully eased the entry wristband off my hand and tucked it into my pocket. “I’ve never been to…