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…
Finding the Balance Between my School Life and Social Life
As we put an emphasis on mental health this month, I decided to write about my struggles in trying to find a balance between my social/family life and school life. Last Sunday, my dad had a rare day off of work…
Check out these Go-to Spots for Relaxing and Studying
Do you ever have an awkward amount of time to kill between classes and all you want to do is sit, relax or study in peace? I certainly do! U of T is an enormous place. In the beginning I…
3 Ways to De-Stress During Midterm Season
Halloween isn’t the only scary thing in October… what scares university students the most: midterms. In the midst of midterms, it’s so easy to feel overwhelmed. What feels like endless readings and review questions, I sometimes feel like no there’s…
My Journey Into Accessibility Services
I’m a blogger for Accessibility Services, except I’m not yet registered with them. Why not? Because I’m still on my journey into getting the services I need, despite being in my third year. In order to register, I need to…
The Word on The Street: A Reflection on Writing and Community
The Word on the Street (WOTS), Toronto's Book and Magazine Festival, is an annual fall event showcasing authors, publishers, and performers at Harbourfront Centre. This year, the marketplace tents were set up for Sunday September 22, from 10 am to 5 pm.…
Taking classes from all different levels
As a 3rd year student, I’m able to say I’ve taken classes from all levels at university. From 1st year classes in Convocation Hall, to 4th year classes with less than 15 people. However, I didn’t take all the 3rd…
Green Space = Head Space (Part I)
U of T is a city within the city of Toronto. A city with its own flora and fauna, secret passageways, architecture, and, most important to me, inviting green spaces. Greenery is crucial for maintaining good mental health. Green spaces…
All Flowers Need to Lose Petals as they Grow: My Journey as a Blogger
Hello everyone! I’m Alyson and I’m going to be your blogger for Accessibility Services for the school year. I’m incredibly excited to share my experiences and tips for anyone who may or not be registered with these services. As a…
Sketching the Stories of Planets: Community Action Projects (CAPs) Orientation
Last Friday, I attended the Community Action Projects (CAPs) Orientation for Story Planet, an organization that combines literacy, art, and drama to engage children as well as youth in under-resourced schools. CAPs are opportunities for students to volunteer at and…