Letter to the Editor: Suggesting names for Ryerson University
Dear Editor, Robert Baldwin and Louis-Hippolyte Lafontaine were the respective heads of a united Canada after the Act of Union…
Opinion
Editorial: Why are textbooks still mandatory?
Universities should offer alternative, free methods of enhancing course content.
Many universities—including UTM—mandate textbooks and access codes as a part of courses. Students, who already struggle with living costs, tuition,…
Filling the void through academic validation
Students experience burn-out from over-working themselves for the sake of success.
Academic stress, academic validation, and academic burn-out—three terms that most of us know far too well. The absolute desire to…
Morning people have lower depression levels
Studies have shown that early birds are less likely to experience mental health issues as they can operate the typical work timeframe better than night owls
Every morning, do you wake up energized and eager to take on the day? Or do you feel unmotivated and…
Social media wellness culture is a good thing. Mostly.
The recent proliferation of mental health bloggers is providing us with much more benefits than we seem to think.
With the pandemic underway, more people are turning to social media to keep up with friends and family, and to…
Coming out of lockdown didn’t feel as liberating as I thought it would
The risks of returning to normalcy overpowers the joy of integrating back into society.
Over the past year and a half, we have seen and experienced the dire effects of isolation and lockdown on…
Editorial: U of T’s disappointing diploma
The University of Toronto’s convocation packages paled in comparison to Canadian universities that decided to give more to their graduates.
Graduation is a special day for students. While many students expected to attend a convocation ceremony, all dressed in a…
America’s next top activist?
While real activists suffer, Hollywood decides to make a reality TV show.
A new television show called The Activist is set to premiere in October 2021, starring Priyanka Chopra Jones, Usher, and…
Myanmar’s National Unity Government declares defensive war
The violent escalation highlights the bloody process of establishing democracy.
On February 7, 2021, I published an article for The Medium discussing the military coup that occurred in Myanmar on…
A new national day for Truth and Reconciliation! But not for everyone.
Ontario decides not to implement the federal holiday reflecting upon Indigenous resilience.
Canada’s historically shameful colonial government and legal system is yet again all talk and no action, displayed by the Ontario…
The illusion of women’s empowerment
Ring Girls demonstrate the nuanced conversation on body positivity versus objectification.
When you think of the word misogyny, what comes to mind? Maybe women in the sixties with rollers in their…
Editorial: Is balancing our social life, school, and sleep possible?
It’s time to debunk the triangle theory and take control of our lives.
As students, we’re all familiar with the classic dilemma: study, socialize, or sleep—pick two. Let’s say you pick study and sleep…
Western’s disturbing drug and sexual abuse culture
Last week’s incident highlighted the urgent need to protect university students.
Thousands of students take to the streets of Western Ontario in the early afternoon of Friday, September 17. “Justice for…
From Liz, With Love: You know the answer
When you are faced with a life-altering diagnosis, it’s important to step back and reflect on what matters most.
Dear Liz, I recently found out that I have a genetic condition that has left me infertile. I am in…
AOC’s attendance at the MET gala is not anti-socialist
The criticisms surrounding her gown highlight misunderstandings of her politics.
The MET Gala is a spectacular night, known for a guest list full of celebrities, over-the-top and lavish costumes, and…