Recently, I had the chance to have a conversation with Andrew Alvarez who plays Chris Rodriguez in the new Percy Jackson Series! As someone who grew up with these books, getting to watch the new series so cool, and getting…
Will This Be Worth It?
"Will this be worth it?" This question used to keep me up at night. During particularly challenging assignments or jam-packed semesters, I'd wonder if the struggle would be worth it in the end. I aim to offer some insight to…
My Experience Applying to the Learning Abroad Program
Going on a Learning Abroad opportunity is more than just attending classes in a different country — it is also about immersing oneself in new cultures, forging lifelong connections, and gaining a global perspective that transcends traditional classroom boundaries! As…
What Mental Health Means to Us
Life at U of T Storytellers, Yashvit and Piya, share their perspectives and experiences surrounding mental health as university students. As I near the end of my academic journey in my final semester at U of T, I tend to…
Why I Stopped Making New Year’s Resolutions
During COVID, like many others, I took the opportunity to enhance various aspects of my life. I committed to a more consistent exercise routine, became mindful of my dietary choices, and delved into books I thought would make me "smarter".…
My Student Governor Experience
About me I am Vishar, CEO and co-founder of a dental-care startup dedicated to enhancing global oral hygiene that is affiliated with the Faculty of Dentistry. While earning my B.Sc, I served as the student governor on Governing Council (GC),…
A Guide to Self-Care while Navigating University Exam Seasons
As we head into arguably the busiest time of the semester, we often find ourselves neglecting our own mental and physical well-being in pursuit of academic success. As a Psychology and Nutritional Sciences major, I’ve learned that our well-being deserves…
3 Ways I Keep Balanced
It can be so hard to keep up a good work-life balance as a student. Often, it can be the case that we flip between being hyper-productive and getting nothing done, because we burn ourselves out. The key to preventing that burnout is BALANCE, which can be difficult to justify sometimes, but it will undoubtedly improve your life and will also make you a better student!
Study Tips from Life at U of T’s Digital Storytellers
Hey, U of T! As we approach finals, here are some study tips from Life at U of T's Digital Storytellers: Yashvit: "Eat well, work out, breathe, take breaks, and study hard. Remember, preparing well for exams includes all the…
My Experience Speaking at the Rethinking Disability Conference 2023
I work, and have been working closely, with a small group of young individuals who together, as a team, advocate for social justice and equity for people with an intellectual disability in order to make Canada an inclusive place full…