Participating in clubs while staying on top of schoolwork is a delicate balancing act. Throughout January, my professors have touted the beginning of the semester as an ideal time to get ahead on coursework. But with two term tests this…
Studying at Home: January Hibernation
After a month of stress-free warmth back in California, Toronto’s -20℃ temperatures were an abrupt reality check. Stepping out of the airport shivering in a light coat, I could feel the world enacting karma for every time I dared to…
International Opportunities at U of T: Planning an Exchange
The end of the semester is quickly approaching. While running on a treadmill of exams and essays, I’ve been giving much thought to what I want to do in my third year. While my plans are not set in stone,…
Exploring Career Paths with Backpack to Briefcase (b2B)
“It’s not what you know, it’s who you know” is a line I hear often. While I’d like to believe that hard-work and talent outweigh the privilege of having well-connected parents, it remains true that knowing more people opens the…
Professors Don’t Bite (Going to Office Hours)
Walking into a professor’s office hours can feel akin to infiltrating a dragon’s lair. Sometimes, even the friendliest of professors are difficult to approach. But overcoming fear of office hours opens the door to a great resource. Whether I’ve hit…
Dining Hall Hacks
The words “cafeteria food” conjure up images of french fries and ketchup as “veggies,” and freezer-burned pizza as a food group. However, with ample on-campus dining options available, U of T students do not have to fall victim to the…
Getting Involved: Clubs on Campus
U of T’s student organizations welcome freshmen with open arms. After all, new students are every club’s future leaders. With multiple Club’s Days, and Open Houses, there’s no shortage of ways to get involved with groups that pique your interest.…
Making Distance Work (The Friendship Version)
One of my favourite parts of being a university student is meeting new people. At the University of Toronto, I’ve crossed paths with folks from all over the world, some of whom I’m lucky to call my best friends. This…
Pancake Party: Making the Most of Dorm Life
Feeling at-home on residence didn’t come easily to me last year. My daily “good morning”s in the hallway were ignored at worst, or greeted with idle stares at best. Likewise, my neighbour was a recluse. I didn’t meet her until…
My Networking Skills are a Work in Progress
My experience networking is far from extensive, unless cultivating a digital resumé on Linkedin counts. So, I decided to attend a Career Exploration & Education workshop called Networking Made Easy to give me a taste of networking is about, beyond the anecdotes…