Since in-person classes have been cancelled and social distancing is really important at this time, I’ve been staying home every day. Of course, this is very new to me, so I thought I would share how I keep myself busy…
Undergrad Research & Self-Directed Studying
Hey everyone! I’m sure we are feeling a bit anxious and stir-crazy at this time, and perhaps especially overwhelmed with having to do school work on top of everything. I originally planned to write this week’s post about my experience…
2 am Thoughts? Ways to Improve Your Sleep
I find it hard to fall asleep sometimes, especially when it’s a busy week and I have a lot to think about. What’s my schedule like tomorrow? Am I done all my readings? I often find myself lying in bed…
Looking for something new? Try new drop in fitness programs on campus!
The winter blues — I’m sure many of us have been feeling it. I have been stuck in some kind of rut in terms of physical health, mental health, and academics. As we arrive towards the end of academic term,…
Writing with Test and Exam Accommodations
Midterms and exams usually do not treat me well – I get easily distracted and stressed by my surroundings. Wind blowing through windows, shuffling of paper, and students getting up from being done their midterms early are just some of…
Writing Hacks
Raise your hands if writing essays for your class seems like an impossible task! Me. Too. Being in Arts and Science, there seems to be a never-ending line of essays I need to pump out before the next set begins.…
Angels’ Atlas: A Night At the National Ballet
Last Friday evening I was lucky enough to attend the National Ballet’s latest show. This particular performance was three shows in one: two contemporary pieces and one short classical ballet. Below is my review of each. Angels’ Atlas This is…
A Timeline of my Life at U of T
In honour of U of T’s 193rd birthday, I thought I would share a timeline of my experience here! 🙂 Acceptance: Receiving my acceptance letter from U of T was arguably one of the best moments of my life since…
Post-Reading Week Reflections
It's often hard to ground myself when my head is always on the clouds. Since I got to London (almost two months ago!), I feel like I have been living in a dream. This is by no means bad, but…
I Tried New Learning Techniques – Here’s How it Went
In my three years at U of T, I have tried many ways to learn course material and complete my assignments, especially when I quickly found that the ways I learned in high school were no longer applicable. My prior…