by Kate | Jun 15, 2017 | Arts, General, Humanities
Pride and Prejudice, Heart of Darkness, The Odyssey, Anna Karenina… whether or not you’ve ever read these books, you’re likely able to identify them as literary classics. Although the precise qualities which define a classic novel are difficult to pinpoint, there...
by Ismaiel | Jun 14, 2017 | Exams, General, Student Tips
If you are doing a summer study term, this is probably around the time that midterm season starts. Depending on your personality, this may or may not be causing you stress. Some people treat midterms lightly because they are weighted less than finals. Others find...
by Kate | Jun 7, 2017 | Arts, General, Humanities
There are only a few days left until the biggest night of the year for Broadway enthusiasts: the 71st annual Tony Awards. As a lifelong fan of musical theatre, I’ve been catching up on the soundtracks of this year’s most celebrated shows, and I’m blown away by their...
by Jasmine | Jun 1, 2017 | General, Health and Wellness
Over my time as a post-secondary student living away from home, I have had to learn many essential life skills, and the greatest of these skills has definitely been cooking. Living in a suite-style residence during my first year of university, I was forced to learn...
by Ismaiel | May 31, 2017 | General, Health and Wellness
I previously wrote about some of the reasons why exercise is beneficial, and provided tips to help you exercise regularly. Hopefully this inspired you to make exercise a part of your routine. However, when it comes to exercise, an important topic to discuss is safety....
by Kate | May 29, 2017 | Arts, General, Humanities, Student Tips
Reading is a huge part of my life. Given how much time I devote to it every week, it’s surprising for me to remember that, less than a year ago, it was rare for me to pick up a book that didn’t appear on the syllabus for one of my classes. However, the trajectory of...