Every scientist needs to write and publish research papers on their experiments. In order to understand and further an area of research, we often refer to scientific writing in journals, textbooks, blogs and reports. Because of this, writing is arguably the most important skill in any kind of science. A scientific paper needs to have…
My grades are the only quantifiable measure of how well I’m doing. I check them constantly, whether it’s for validation or self-pity. I think many students care intensely about their marks without realizing it. If you have physical symptoms or feel stressed more often than not because of school, you’re in obsession territory. I advise…
Spring break is starting soon, and for some, it’s already begun. While spring break gives us a well deserved break, for many of us, boredom arrives as an unwanted gest. I wanted to share some ways you can kill time during the break while still being productive. Read, read, read! People always say you…
I have been living in Calgary for about two years now and I love it here. Whenever I talk to locally born and raised Calgarians, most of them are oblivious to the numerous factors that make Calgary such a great place to live, so I wanted to share a few reasons I appreciate Calgary. Location…
Xbox Game Pass is a subscription that provides access to a vast library of games for a relatively low price. Rather than paying a lot of money for one game disc, a substantially smaller price can buy you up to months of playing hundreds of different titles. This is similar to how you can watch…
Trying not to write about Covid-19 during these times can be very difficult, so today I want to talk about something a little more positive! During the first lockdown, many people adopted pets to keep them company, and lots of shelters found homes for all of their animals. While this is amazing, there is a…
With Summer Break in less than three months, many of you may be feeling academic burn out. This is a state in which you may feel unmotivated, exhausted, or frustrated or stressed due to a lack of time to rest and recharge. For many individuals, it gets worse before summer break and you may find…
I’ve always been in love with language. I’m a writer; I suppose it comes with the territory. Maybe the progression of my language-love from a love of English and its nuance to a love of all languages was a natural one, then. Even if not, I really got into language learning over the course of…
Spring is finally here everyone! Finally, we can trade off our heavy jackets for short-sleeved shirts! We can trade our boots for sneakers! While the change in weather has brought a new burst of positivity to our moods, spring is also the time for many cultural celebrations. As someone who enjoys learning about different cultures,…
Today marks the first anniversary of the release of Animal Crossing: New Horizons (abbreviated as ACNH), the long-awaited next instalment of a much-beloved, twenty-year-old franchise. It’s well known among slice-of-life gamers for its cute graphics, its diverse (and often savage) cast of animal villagers, and the somehow forgivably reassuring nature of its often inefficient and…
Spring is finally here!! Those of us in Calgary have felt the recent change in temperature. The snow has melted and the days have never felt sunnier. But with this comes a challenge…. How should you stay cool? I mean, you could have ice cream but why not find a healthier alternative that not only…
This past year has not been what many would consider easy. In fact, with the current pandemic many have struggled through the isolation from distancing, financial stress, and the overall pandemic stress. The year 2020 brought to light the overall importance of mental health. Research has shown around forty million adults suffer from anxiety disorders…
People occasionally ask me why I write with a fountain pen. It’s a remarkably deliberate writing instrument since you don’t see fountain pens all that often these days. It’s certainly become more of a niche hobby than a practical tool for writing. So, you could call me an enthusiast of sorts. In any case, today,…
It’s been over a year since COVID-19 crept into the West. Hate crimes against the Asian community surged in the early stages of the pandemic, and they have yet to taper off. COVID-19 brought a pressing issue into the limelight, but the misinformation and discrimination surrounding Asians is nothing new. I want to examine the…
I’ve always been blown away by the models that artists can make through origami. I remember going to a friend’s house years ago, and their sister was a huge origami fan. They had paper figures and animals lining many of their shelves, and I was highly impressed. Seeing and even making some of the one-sheet…