It turns out that U of T is offering virtual fitness classes amid the state of the pandemic. It also turns out that they’ve been offering this for a while and I just didn’t know about it. When I talked…
How I Stay Connected to U of T Campus Events (at home)
Hope you are doing well and keeping warm! I feel like at this point in the semester, life has been focused solely on school. So, I wanted to bring to light how to find workshops and events that can bring…
My Survival Guide to Group Projects
As most of us know, group projects are a thing to dread. Not only do they mean sharing a grade with someone you’ve probably never met before, but they also require trusting that everyone will do their part of the…
As a student in a non-EST zone
As one of many international students, I am in a different time zone than U of T in the Eastern Time zone. I also know that many of my friends live west of the university all the way to Vancouver,…
5 Unique Perks of Virtual Learning To Be Grateful For
Here are five unique perks of virtual classes and online learning.
How I Focus on My Wellbeing During the Exam Period
We're slowly getting closer and closer to finals! At this point I'm not sure whether to be excited or sad. Excited to go on winter break and have a great Christmas but sad that I have to grind for finals…
How I Think My Exchange Experience Would’ve Been if it Wasn’t Virtual
My experience studying virtually at the University of Western Australia (UWA) has undoubtedly been a unique and enjoyable experience. However, I often wonder how different my experience would’ve been if I studied there in person. One thing is for sure…
Attending Indigenous Education Week: Celebrating Métis Culture
The death of Louis Riel is a significant event in Canadian history. Born in Red River, Manitoba, Riel was a Métis politician who led the resistance against the racist and invasive policies of the Canadian government. Indigenous Education Week fell…
Four Tips For Crushing Winter Workouts
The last week has been filled with beautiful weather, but I’m going to say it anyways—these sunny days won’t last forever. There will be a time in the not-so-distant future that setting foot outdoors will be a daunting task, impossible…
Ways to Unplug in a Time Where You Always Have To Stay Plugged
We are in the middle of uncertain times and we're learning to adapt to a ‘new normal’. But, you know this already. You’ve probably heard it at least once this week. Amid the pandemic, we know that we are in…