Humanities students, I know what you’re thinking. We have so much readings to do in a week, how could we possibly benefit from more reading? Sounds exhausting just thinking about it, right? But it just works. My recently-graduated Masters friend…
Balancing School…and a Relationship
I’ve had my fair dose of advice for balancing work and play, making time for friends while in school, remembering hobbies during times of stress. But balancing school while in a relationship? It’s something I’ve yet to address. Yet, it’s…
Living in Residence as an Upper Year: What You Need to Know
If you’re an international student or a student that requires accommodation for the academic year, you may be considering your housing options for next fall. And if you’ve lived in residence this year, you may consider re-applying for next year.…
Thinking of Starting a Bullet Journal? Make It Look Ugly
I started bullet journaling for the first time after seeing my friend using her own. Her journal didn’t have detailed drawings, fancy headings, calligraphy, or washi tape—she used a black pen to track down her dates, progress, and deadlines. She…
How Video Games Help me Stay Focused on School #JoyatUofT
One day, I was feeling nostalgic for video games that I played growing up. From child-friendly Crash Bandicoot to violent Mortal Kombat (I have an older brother to thank for that), I longed to play these games again but I…
I Wanted to Graduate in Three Years and Now I’m Taking a Fifth Year: Why Time Matters Less Than You Think
I knew this girl who finished her degree in three years and attended her dream grad school two months after her early graduation. All my life I dreamed of getting ahead. Now, I’m taking a fifth year, have a reduced…
My Journey With Learning Korean: More Than a Language
Do you ever get into something and think: “Maybe it’s just a phase?” That was me, six years ago when I started listening to K-pop. The world of K-pop was so fascinating to me and learning about it seemed to…
Why Everyone Needs to Attend the Student Consultation: National Standard for Mental Health
I’m in my fourth year and throughout the years, I’ve heard a lot of divided opinions about mental health resources on campus. From people saying they’ve had great experiences with accessing them to people struggling to access a counsellor or…
When You Don’t Know Where You’re Going – Uncertainty in Student Exchange
During these times, you just can’t put all your eggs in one basket. Especially if that basket is a student exchange in the middle of a pandemic. From as early as grade school I’ve dreamed of studying abroad in a…
I Didn’t Exercise for a Whole Semester – Here’s What I Learned
I was always an active person. From competitive gymnastics to recreational sports in school to dancing as a hobby, I always found myself doing some sort of physical activity. Quarantine gave me the chance to branch out in fitness; for…