Who is ready for this gross weather to go away? It literally snowed yesterday on April 15!! It feels like fall and spring have become nonexistent and winter just drags on far longer than anyone wants it to. Luckily, May…
The Myths of Summer Classes
I know, I know, we're still not even done this semester. But it doesn't hurt to think ahead: March 1st was the first day to officially enroll in summer classes. However, since I was busy with my two posts on…
Planning for a Productive Summer After First Year
First Year for me is nearing completion, which feels crazy since it has only been a few months since the newness of frosh week. For me, the summer after is a weird place to be. Waiting for POST results can…
What am I doing with my summer?? – A Contemplation
I miss my cat, my parents and the food (in no particular order)...
11 Months at U of T – Summer Transitioning
Toronto is hot in the summer. SUPER HOT; but the libraries? FREEZING! I camped out in a few to mentally separate libraries for studying and home for anything but studying over the summer (also did it for the free air-conditioning)...
Learning to Lead
Now, when I think about the idea, I imagine Oprah hyping up a crowd, announcing it like a giveaway, “You’re a leader! And you’re a leader! Everyone’s a leader!!!” And you know what? I feel pretty special hearing it from Oprah.
Creative personal projects: making the most of time away from school
I am often lost when deciding how I should be spending my time during my summer academic break. I work part-time, or even full-time, but this quickly starts to feel monotonous and unfulfilling. Last summer, I began approaching time off…
Bon Voyage
Since this is my final blog, I want to change it up a bit. The setting is no longer in the United Kingdom but in Paris, France instead – well half of it. Last week, my mum and brother came…
Studying Abroad This Summer?
As the semester’s end is quickly approaching and the fresh breath of spring is in the air, this last week’s warm weather has me thinking about summer. A few months ago, I applied for the QES Scholarship which has placements…
The Pros and Cons of Summer Courses
On March 1st, summer course enrollment will begin for Arts and Science students at University of Toronto St. George Campus. For this week's blog post, I thought I'd share some pros and cons of doing so; next week, I'll be…