I find my planner so stress relieving, and so I want to share some of my favourite planning methods with you!
3 Ted Talks to help you kick-start the new year!
šDISCLAIMER: If youāre looking for some advice and wisdom that will suddenly change your life and make everything perfect ā¦ youāre in the wrong place. I can remember many times that I find myself binge watching self-help videos on YouTube…
A chat with a Mentor Navigator
Earlier in October, I had a great candid conversation with Josefina, who is one of this yearās Mentor Navigators with Student Life. As a part of the Access & Inclusion Peer Programs, essentially a Mentor Navigator provides mentorship and support…
Where to Study: Types of Study Spaces + Their Pros and Cons
It can be hard to find a study space that fits your needs. In this short guide find out more about different study spaces on and around campus so that you can maximize your time on campus!
An International Student’s Guide to Fun and Virtues
Mabuhay! Iām ZVNI (Sunny), an international student from the Philippines. Iām 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!š
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
Iāve been attending virtual study hubs for nearly a year and I must say, I donāt think I wouldāve 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, itās vital that I have my creative (and motivation!) juices flowing for all those papers Iāll be writing this semester. I was on CLNX when I saw this workshop Addressing Writerās 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…