We've said this statement at least once in our lifetimes, "It's a new year and I'm going to do *Insert desires*". Then as the year goes by you realize that you only completed two out of the list of new…
My tips for coping with a heavier course load
When I was signing up for University courses for the first time in August, a friend of mine gave me some important advice: “Whatever you do, don’t take 6 heavy classes in one semester.” So what did I do? Must…
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…
Starting Fresh
The new year is in full swing and we’re just past the point where we can successfully write 2018 on our notes on the first try. No matter how cliché it sounds the new year is a great time to…
Winter Wonderland?
Welcome back to the second half of our school year! Winter is in full effect. Dark and gloomy skies with long nights. The continued attitude of blissful ignorance as emails and responsibilities creep back into our lives. Whether you’re a…
Stepping Outside of My Academic Comfort Zone
I'm sure you've all seen the 'Math Lady' meme. You know, this one: Well, that's me. (Not actually, but how I feel when I hear things like "formulas" and "equations.") I've always done well in the arts, English, music…
What we talk about when we talk about realizing things
40 things Life at U of T blogger Avneet realized PLUS advice for fellow students.
My suggested novels and shows for the break!
It’s finally here! Our holiday break! Now that classes are over and it’s officially too cold to go outside without hoping to immediately find a way back in, we’ve got about 3 weeks of staying indoors and binging Netflix or…
#NewYearNowWhat?
Let the record show that I expected this semester to go very differently than it actually did. I thought I would be more put together. I thought I wouldn’t miss deadlines. I thought I would remain more involved in certain…
Exchange in Review: Accents and Finding a Home in Scotland
A few days ago, I returned from a trip to Iceland, and as the airport bus drove back to the city centre, I realized how much Edinburgh felt like home. I had just spent four days in Reykjavik, where I…