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How I juggle between 1 full-time job, 3 part-time jobs, and summer school

Since my first year of undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto in 2022, I’ve been immersed in work alongside my education. Initially, I was deep-diving into the …

Finding Home away from Home: My experience at HOEM on Jarvis

Starting life as an international student isn’t easy, especially when it comes to finding housing. Thankfully, my journey led me to HOEM on Jarvis, a place that has …

A Semester of Growth: My Journalism Exchange in Toronto

Toronto, the city of endless horizons and infinite stories. I remember stepping off the plane in August, the humid summer air wrapping around me like a welcome embrace. …

Why I chose HOEM as an International Student

Hey there, I’m Yashvit. If you’re not already familiar with me, let me tell you why HOEM on Jarvis has become such a significant part of my life. …

Maximizing Your University Life with Notion: A Comprehensive Guide

As a university student, keeping track of classes, assignments, notes and extracurricular activities can be overwhelming.  A great way to keep these in check is using a tool …