*deep breath* Yes. It is hard. There are multiple nights when I’m on my computer, drinking my second coffee of the day and wondering what time I’m going to finish this lab report. At least in life science, we constantly…
Listening to “Subaltern Speaks”
During the busiest parts of the semester, I often find it hard to unwind. My usual sources of relaxation just don’t appeal to me – I have no desire to pleasure read after pouring over academic articles for hours and…
Fixing My Sleep Schedule
I study best during the night when everyone is asleep when there is complete silence and there are no more notifications on my phone. Sometimes I even get a boost of energy around 2 AM which drives me to study…
Everything I’m Using to Learn Korean: Textbooks, Tutoring, K-Dramas and More
One of the biggest language tips I’ve heard is to find people who speak the language you’re learning and converse with them in it. For instance, I can go into a Korean grocery store and engage in Korean with the…
Reflecting on Applying for Scholarships ✍️
Financial aid has made a world’s difference during my undergraduate career. I am thankful for all the scholarships that have enabled me to have a second sandwich for lunch or to go abroad to present research at a conference. Among…
Let’s Talk About that Time I Failed a Course
We’re finally heading into finals season friends, that time of year where we anxiously look at our exam schedules either on ACORN or faculty websites. It’s a time where the libraries are packed with students huddled over laptops trying to…
An Art Piece Revitalized to Commemorate Trailblazing U of T Students
Ey swayel. Hello. An old banner hangs in First Nations House, pictured above, that has been given new life. In 1992, the banner called “vision quest” was painted by M’Chigeeng artist Blair Debassige for the Native Students Association, as it…
Attending “Judaism and Gender Justice: Workshop with Rabbi Ariella Rosen”
Recently, I had the opportunity to attend “Judaism and Gender Justice: Workshop with Rabbi Ariella Rosen,” part one of a series of Gender Justice workshops being held by the Multi Faith center. These events focus on the importance of interfaith…
Change the Behaviour, Not the Feeling: Coping With Difficult Thoughts
If there’s one thing that’s plagued me in my social life it is accepting difficult thoughts. Whether it’s worrying about saying something wrong in a first impression to someone, ruminating about a friend not texting me back, or overthinking a…
Learning to be compassionate with myself during exam season
It’s here. Exam season is here. How are you feeling? For my first exam season, I want to be compassionate with myself. One thing I learnt this semester: University of Toronto lives up to its reputation of rigor. I’m sure…