In what feels like the longest semester of my entire life, I’ve found myself struggling here and there to ensure that I’m taking care of myself. And I know I’m…
Self care for students by students
Lessons I learned during my first-year of undergrad
by Shannon Schaefer, a second-year journalism student who loves travelling, Netflix, and her cat Alli. Twitter @schaefeer As of May 2018, I completed my first-year of undergraduate studies at Ryerson University…
Tips For Creating Your Own Startup Post Grad | #RoadFromRyerson
I think every student at one point or another envisions bringing their own personal dream project to life, and as a media production student I’m constantly seeing all the amazing…
Changing Your Mind About Your Major | #RoadFromRyerson
When you’re an upcoming graduate, a few things start to happen. You brace yourself for the inevitable questions that can range anywhere between “Are you looking for a full time…
Advice from the Career Centre | #RoadFromRyerson
As students, we’re given a million different pieces of advice everyday. Whether it’s how long a cover letter should be to whether or not you should include a photo on…
The balancing act of a life abroad
When I walked through the immigration counter at the border between Singapore and Malaysia, “Welcome Back Stefanie Mara Phillips” flashed on the machine that authorized my identity. I had just…
Here’s What People Don’t Tell You About Graduating
#RUKind: 5 Days of Give Aways from RU Student Life
World Kindness Day reminds us that it’s important to be kind to each other, and to ourselves, every day. This year, RU Student Life is celebrating with 5 Days of…
RU Money-Smart? Paying Back Your Student Loan
It’s finally March and you’re nearing the end of the school year; congratulations, you’ve almost made it! However, for many graduates, and for those of us planning ahead, there is…
RU Abroad with Jasmin: From Toronto to Singapore
Bye Bye Toronto, Hello Sunshine Oh my gosh I honestly cannot believe that I’m currently typing out this blog post while sitting outside at a table at my new university…