University can be an exciting time, but also a very stressful time. This week I bring you my story about the wonders of meditation. I have always found that there isn’t much free time in university, my days are filled…
The Time I Met David Suzuki
The time I met David Suzuki. Last Saturday I was invited to a roundtable discussion to talk about the ecological crisis with David Suzuki. He was on tour in Toronto to encourage our generation to vote in the upcoming election,…
Drop-In Fitness At Hart House
It's easy to forget to stay healthy and take time for yourself now that school is back in full-swing, so this week I’m here to tell you about the wonderful drop-in exercise Hart House offers! First of all, there are…
5 Decorating Ideas To Make Your Room Look AND Smell Better
Hello everyone! I’m back this week with some more decorating hacks and DIYs that are great for making your dorm room feel more like home. Here are five fun decorating tips I love: 1. Paper wall. (Some book lovers may…
Easy Decorating Ideas and DIYs To Improve Your Dorm Room
Back-to-school is right around the corner and I for one, am excited. Maybe not for the classes, but certainly for the fresh start and the excuse to redecorate. Since most people are moving into residence or a new apartment, this…
Study Tips Part Two: Motivation and Vacation
My last blog post was about study tips, specifically, how taking short breaks while studying are effective for getting my work done. This week I’m writing about taking longer breaks (taking the whole day off, or even a week!) and…
Study Tips: The Best Way to Study is By Taking Breaks
Forcing yourself to sit down and study can be difficult, but finding the right way to take a break from studying can be just as hard! As much as I try to have a regulated study schedule, finding motivation at…
What I Wish I Knew About Textbooks Before University
We all know that the price of textbooks can add up. Here are some things I’ve learned after two years of university (and many textbooks later). 1. Know how you learn: Online textbooks tend to be cheaper, but if you…
Extracurriculars Are No Stress!
I know it's still summer, but I’m sure a lot of people are already thinking about what clubs they can join during the school year! This is my experience with U of T's extracurriculars. Finding the Right Club I know…
Dealing With Food Allergies At University
Coming to university with severe food allergies was one of the things I was most worried about. I have a long list of food allergies and finding the right places to eat can be tricky! Sharing a kitchen and eating…