Mabuhay! I’m ZVNI (Sunny), an international student from the Philippines. I’m going into my 2nd year of undergrad, double majoring in Health & Disease and Immunology and minoring in Psychology. When I finished the last exam of my first year…
No Need for Friends to Read over your Essays!📝
I was shocked when I discovered from many friends that they had never used the Writing Centre at U of T before. To me, the Writing Centre became a safety blanket I could turn to when I was feeling stuck,…
U of T’s Hidden Gems: The Bamboo Forest
When I first came to the University of Toronto two years ago, I was extremely excited to explore and visit new places. However, up until now, I still feel as though I have not explored even half of U of…
Why Virtual Study Hubs Work – productivity, motivation, and everything in between
I’ve been attending virtual study hubs for nearly a year and I must say, I don’t think I would’ve got through my virtual academic year without them. Last year, motivation was the bane of my existence. With libraries closed at…
Starting the Year By Fighting Writer’s Block
As a humanities student, it’s vital that I have my creative (and motivation!) juices flowing for all those papers I’ll be writing this semester. I was on CLNX when I saw this workshop Addressing Writer’s Block a couple days ago;…
How I Maintain My Non-Academic Passions As A Full-Time Student
Being a full-time student is the equivalent of (or more than) a full-time job. Even when I’m not in class or doing schoolwork, I still find myself thinking about school, mulling over ideas for my next assignment and anticipating future…
How I’m Transitioning Back To In-Person Learning This Fall
I went to a workshop about hybrid classes and here’s what I’ve learned.
Why Every U of T Student Should Take An English Class At Least Once
Here’s why I think every U of T student should take an English class at least once.
Ergonomics: How I Protect My Body While Working At Home
What is ergonomics and how can it help you protect your body while working from home?
Lessons from 2020-2021 (feat. Break Ideas!)
As I reflect on this past academic year and my time blogging for Life @ U of T on behalf of Accessibility Services, I am really appreciative for the blog as a safe space for me to journal, grow, and…