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Editorial: Improve your self-esteem this February
Use 2023’s International Boost Self-Esteem Month to put yourself first.
Self-esteem is your appreciation of yourself as an individual. The more you love yourself for who you are, the more…
Editorial: Activism isn’t a pastime
In a world of crisis and terror, we need to advocate for the right reasons.
Performative Activism Noun. “Defined as activism that is done to increase one’s social capital rather than because of one’s devotion…
Editorial: Dear caretakers, thank you
Through the chaos that ensues on campus, our caretakers are our heroes.
The University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) is more than just a place to learn—it’s a second home for many of…
Editorial: Taking it slow
From unrealistic productivity ideals to putting yourself first.
After such a long holiday season, we’ve gotten accustomed to “laissez-faire” attitudes. For those of us fortunate enough, our schedules…
Editorial: Pssst, can I borrow some paper?
All students should be allowed to choose their best learning methods.
Within the last two years, almost everything has shifted online. School, work, social gatherings—we have learned to make technology our…
Editorial: You are more than a 4.0
The desire for high academic performance has led to many forgotten aspects of university life that serve to enrich students’ lives.
Many freshmen have a pre-set list of things they plan to accomplish in their first year of university. Some hope…
Editorial: A taxonomy of Gen Z mannerisms
A ponderance on the consciousness of social media
Social media is a major influencer on the English language. Not only does social media create its own stars, but…
Editorial: Your mask, your choice
The removal of mask mandates does not mean that you should feel forced to take them off.
With the recent announcement that Ontario will be relaxing the majority of its Covid-19 constraints as of March 21, many…
Editorial: Celebrating the many forms of love and intimacy
Instead of focusing solely on romantic relationships, some people use February 14 to recognize the relationships they have with their family, friends, and self.
For many, Valentine’s Day began with a box of cards from the Dollar Store. Our teachers made us hand out…
Editorial: An argument for the arts
Recognizing the value of creative careers that society often brushes over.
As a child, “what do you want to be when you grow up?” was a fun question. You could say…
Editorial: How to be antiracist
We need to challenge our discussions and actions against racism to make sure that we are all actively being antiracist.
During the height of the 2020 Black Lives Matter protests, Ibram X. Kendi’s book How to be Antiracist dominated public…
Editorial: Gyms are essential. It’s time they open up their doors
The constant closing and reopening of gyms is harmful to our physical and mental health.
Picture this: It’s wintertime and you just started a new semester. Days are shorter now, which means that as soon…
Editorial: A new year, another lockdown
We should focus on our mental health and emotional wellbeing instead of spending our precious energy protesting another lockdown.
For many of us, the Covid-19 pandemic has been nothing but an exhausting and endless roller coaster ride. For others,…
Editorial: New Year’s Intentions
Are you so focused on meeting goals that you’re missing the big picture?
January is the month when people set New Year’s resolutions or give up on them entirely. Resolutions to get in…