Two days ago, I found myself hiding in a washroom on campus, nervous and shaky. I reviewed my notes on my tablet, mouthing what I was going to say wordlessly, frantically. I was counting down time. 8 minutes. Oh look!…
freaks and geeks – the first year of a life science student
Hey, I'm Abdullah! Starting today, I'll be blogging for Life @ U of T. I'm a Cell and Molecular Bio student minoring in Psychology and American Studies. I'm also from UC. I like long walks down University Ave. to Union…
Endings & beginnings
My final post could not have come at a more opportune time. In the torrent of change and conflict and joy that has come in the last few months, I feel as if I have at last been reborn. It feels…
These are the things we’ll miss the most after graduation
Yesterday I received an email from the Office of Convocation. It's almost time. So, with the threat and/or promise of graduation becoming a clearer and more prominent figure on the horizon, I've compiled a list of essential U of T…
The Anatomy of the Essay Process
After how many years of being here, if I don’t know at least something about writing an essay, then there must be something wrong. But luckily, I do, so listen up everyone, whether you are a non-humanities student who detests…
Note to Self: Why I Don’t Mind Sharing My Notes
"Hi there. I've been away the last couple of classes. I was wondering, can you send me your notes?" We've all been there (if we've been regular attendees at school). You know who I'm talking about (maybe you are the…
Urban or Suburban?
This week one of my professors decided to move our lecture outside. We were examining medieval lyrics with spring themes, so it was quite fitting that we be outside enjoying what was a beautiful and sunny spring evening. Our group…
Paper vs. laptop…the debate continues
I’m old school…I like paper. I know, I know it’s bad for the environment, but I can’t get on-board with laptop notetaking. There’s something organic about writing on paper. The feel of a quality pen gliding across a ruled sheet,…
5 steps to a healthier, more productive study space!
There are those of us that spend most of our lives this time of the year in the library, but if you're anything like me, you enjoy studying at home more than struggling for a spot in the congested turkey.…
Yay or Nay? First impressions of UTmail+
This week, I took UTmail+ for a spin for the first time. See what I thought of it here: httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=No_ECUymDTo Links of UTmail+ features and services from this episode: Make the Switch Opt in vs. Opt Out Preparing for the…