(Dis)Connection Stories

Professional
Student Stories
- Personal Development
- Stories that explore personal experiences and the lessons learned throughout this thing we call life. Includes stories about transitioning in and out of school, finding a community or yourself, learning in and outside of the classroom, travelling, goal setting, and creativity.
- Student Profiles
- Includes student and alumni profiles, featuring specific students with a story to tell; project spotlights that focus on student work and why it matters; program spotlights that explore various aspects of what Ryerson has to offer.
- Campus & City Guide
- Stories that share insider tips and tricks to navigating programs, resources, and places on campus, as well as the off-campus delights offered in the city of Toronto.
- Science & Technology
- Stories about the latest apps we’re into, gadgets we’re saving up for, and thoughts on how technology affects us every day; stories about research and innovation in various science fields.
- 250 Words
- In the 250 Words series, the RU Student Life writers are posed a question, and in 250 words they each offer their insights.
- #ThriveRU
- ThriveRU is a campus wide initiative created by Student Affairs whose purpose is to help students feel a sense of support on campus, to better appreciate the connections between academic success and other elements of a healthy lifestyle, and, primarily, to help students develop capacities for well-being that will serve them throughout their lives. Stories about ThriveRU explore the connections between academic success and resilience, well-being, and engaging with ThriveRU resources.
Orientation
Health & Wellness
Community
- International Perspectives
- Stories from international students about life in Canada, thoughts about home, and what it’s like studying in Canada. Includes new blogs and archived blogs from Ryerson International Student Support’s blog.
- Black History Month
- The Makers Pod
- The Makers Pod is a podcast by RU Student Life featuring conversations with creators, makers, and thinkers within the Ryerson University community in Toronto, Canada.
- Community & Culture
- Stories that contribute to or reflect on our understanding of the Ryerson and Toronto community, including discussions about diversity, politics, city life, activism, festivals, and holidays.
- Student Action Series
- RU Abroad
- Stories from students studying or travelling abroad, whether it’s a quick trip or a semester or two in a new place.
Studying
Money
- Student Deals
Get Involved
- Events & Contests
- Stories about upcoming Ryerson or Toronto events, and details about contests and giveaways brought to you by RU Student Life and others.
- #RoadToRyerson
- Students documenting their transition to Ryerson.
- #RoadFromRyerson
- Stories related to graduation and all the feelings and events that come with it.
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CREATIVE PROMPTS

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Look to the Stars – A (Dis)Connection Story

Painting submitted by Paige for the (Dis)Connection Stories project I haven’t painted in ages because school has eaten up a …

The Pause Button: A (Dis)Connection Story

The Pause Button by Quentin Stuckey 📷 The quality of the photos kept increasing year by year. It was as …

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Share your (Dis)Connection Stories with RU Student Life

Stay strong, stay healthy and stay creative!

Tag @rustudentlife in your stories and posts on social media – we want to feature you!

Choose from one of our creative prompts and make something!

Submit a piece or reflection you made already.

Look to the Stars – A (Dis)Connection Story

The Pause Button: A (Dis)Connection Story

Share your story with us during this strange time

RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

Make sure you are up to date with all the Ryerson related COVID-19
updates and services to support you during this time.
The best place to find all this information is here.

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Resources

Share your (Dis)Connection Stories with RU Student Life

Stay strong, stay healthy and stay creative!

Tag @rustudentlife in your stories and posts on social media – we want to feature you!

Choose from one of our creative prompts and make something!

Submit a piece or reflection you made already.

Look to the Stars – A (Dis)Connection Story

The Pause Button: A (Dis)Connection Story

Share your story with us during this strange time

RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS

Make sure you are up to date with all the Ryerson related COVID-19 updates and services to support you during this time. The best place to find all this information is here.

Make sure you are up to date with all the Ryerson related COVID-19
updates and services to support you during this time.
The best place to find all this information is here.