UTM alumnus shares how the RAWC’s supportive environment can enable personal growth
Mark Niewiarowski is a University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) alumnus. In 2019, he graduated with an Honours Bachelor of Arts…
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How to ward off seasonal depression
The cold weather can have a negative impact on your mood and lifestyle. Here are some ways to help combat this.
Do you feel fine during the summer, but negative emotions always creep up again in the winter? Seasonal Affective Disorder…
Weekly exercise series: Swimming
Swimming benefits the cardiovascular system, helps build muscle strength, and boosts cognitive function.
Swimming is one of the best exercises to improve cardiovascular endurance. It strengthens the lungs and the heart, while lowering…
People are more interested in you than you think
Research has suggested that individuals can create more meaningful connections by having intimate conversations with strangers.
What better way to spice up your life than by taking a moment to speak with a stranger—and if you…
Taking a Step Back, Former Military Academy Student AJ Adeyemi’s Experience as a Varsity Eagle
From military school to the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM), third-year student AJ Adeyemi has experienced uncertainty surrounding the future…
Weekly exercise series: Zumba
Zumba provides opportunity for those at any fitness level to participate in classes that strengthen endurance, burn fat, and boost social skills.
Zumba is an exercise inspired by Latin American dance and is accompanied by a range of different upbeat and energetic…
Healthy eating, student living, and meal ideas
A student shares how you can balance your diet and stay healthy throughout your school year.
As students with busy schedules, eating well-proportioned meals is not often prioritized. Studies show that many Canadians in postsecondary education…
Weekly exercise series: Cycling
Cycling proven to improve students’ psychological and physical health.
It’s no secret that the first year of university is difficult and many struggle to acclimate to the added stress…
Indigenous perspectives on health practices
Indigenous practices offer a different way of approaching health.
Indigenous medicine does not have one standard–just as there is not one Indigenous community. The Medium spoke to Kaitlin Rizarri,…
Manjang’s Next Chapter: Former Eagle signs first pro basketball deal
“A lot of people have dreams, not goals,” says Hassan Manjang, UTM alumnus with an Honors Bachelor of Arts in…
More than robots—athletes and mental health
This year, many Olympians did not participate in their sporting events to focus on their mental health.
This year, several Olympians have chosen to focus on their mental health and withdraw from their events in the Tokyo…
The fourth annual Be Well UTM: Resource & Activity fair
The Health & Counselling Centre offers a variety of workshops and resources for students.
The Health & Counselling Centre at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) ran their fourth annual Be Well UTM: Resource…
Weekly exercise series: Long-distance running
A U of T track and field student athlete shares the mental benefits of running long distances.
Track and field is the second most popular sport in the world, following soccer. In track and field competitions any…
Weekly exercise series: Kickboxing
Kickboxing offers a fun way to improve fitness, lower stress levels, and improve mental health.
Kickboxing, usually associated with individuals knocking each other out, is an amazing, all-encompassing method of exercise, even if you don’t…
Intramural sports, trivia, and game nights at the RAWC to get involved
Students can unleash their sporty side through participation in UTM intramurals.
The Recreation Athletics and Wellness Centre (RAWC) is beginning to offer intramurals, sports played between UTM students, both virtually and…