Blog — Linh S. Nguyễn

"Choice is Yours"

Most people do not realize that Planned Parenthood does not solely cover sexual health.

My favourite perk of being at U of T is our Hart House membership, or generally, our access to daily free drop-in fitness classes.

Balancing School and Self-Care (Part One)

Every September, I am thrown off my feet by my new schedule, and just when I feel like I have a routine set up, midterms hit.

My Five Favourite Self-Care Activities

In the midst of midterms, taking a refreshing break can often be the last thing on students’ minds.

Finding Fitness at U of T (Without Joining a Single Organized Sport)

When I entered university, I was determined to take advantage of all the physical fitness resources available and undo the drastic drop in athleticism that had occurred during my teenage years.

The Rocky Road to Healthy Eating

It hadn’t taken me long into first-year to realize that I often had to choose between healthy eating and cheap eating.

Coming Home to Caffiends

As a deeply introverted first year, this was one of the only places on campus where I didn’t feel overwhelmed.

I’m So Glad I Wasn’t A Frosh Leader

Although I still spent full days on campus surrounded by a community I love, I was able to do so on my own terms.

Student Life, WellbeingLinh NguyenSeptember 12, 2016Frosh, Student Life, University, University of TorontoComment

A Letter To My 18 Year Old Self

Everything has the potential to change and get better.

Self-LoveLinh NguyenSeptember 4, 2016First Year, Frosh, Student Life, University, University of TorontoComment

Why I Quit a Job I Love

A fourth-year finally puts mental health first.

Student Life, WellbeingLinh NguyenJuly 31, 2016Mental Health, Student Life, u of toronto, University, Wellness

Soak up the Summer

Make the most of the season with these recommended activities.

TorontoLinh NguyenJuly 7, 2016Student Life, summer, toronto

Rest, Relax, and Read

From Greek myths to Moby Dick, here are our downtime picks.

Literature, Pop cultureLinh NguyenJune 23, 2016Books, Literature, Reading, Student Life, University

For Immediate (Stress) Relief

Writers divulge their favourite sources of online escapism.

Pop culture, Student LifeLinh NguyenJune 14, 2016internet, stress relief, Student Life, University, Wellness

A Commuter's Journey

The cold is always paralysing on the first steps out of the house.

Student Life, TorontoLinh NguyenJune 13, 2016commute, Student Life, toronto, ttc, University of Toronto

My Life is Amazing! (Online)

When all we glimpse of others’ lives are snapshots taken out of context, it can leave us feeling lonely, inadequate, or worse.

Student Life, WellbeingLinh NguyenApril 8, 2016Fear of Missing Out, Mental Health, Social Media, Student Life, UniversityComment

What makes U of T feel like home

Students discuss the spaces and places that they have made their own.

Student LifeLinh NguyenNovember 13, 2015home, Student Life, University, University of Toronto

Learning with Sharks

Fifth–year student Katie Masters recounts her field course in the Amazon, Galapagos, and Andes.

Meet the Fearless Katie Vogan

If you're involved at U of T, it's very likely that you've heard Katie Vogan's name.

Student LifeLinh NguyenApril 5, 2015profile, Student Life, University of Toronto

Enviro Fashion Show: Fashion with a Message

"I think it is important to remember the impact that the fashion industry has on the environment, and to remind ourselves that we can each contribute to protecting the environment through the way we dress."

Student LifeLinh NguyenMarch 15, 2015environment, fashion, Student Life

My Caffiends; a love letter

For every milk run we did at 8AM, every two-hour budget meeting, compost run, every text we woke up to notifying us that a machine wasn't working, every box of chocolate bars carried across town on the subway, I'd never once felt like I didn't want to do it.

Student LifeLinh NguyenMarch 5, 2015balance, caffiends, Student Life, work