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Fresh Pasta To Go Near Campus: Dal Moro’s

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Fresh Pasta To Go Near Campus: Dal Moro’s

By Emma Young-Buchalter

Ryerson is located right in the middle of downtown Toronto, and in close proximity to a large variety of delicious food places. We visited some of our favourites in our new RU Cravings video series. Craving some high-quality pasta, but in a bit of a time crunch and have a limited budget? Dal Moro’s makes […]

Mercedes Attempts Axe Throwing (BATL)

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Mercedes Attempts Axe Throwing (BATL)

By Mercedes Gaztambide

I never thought I would see the day where I’d be clutching the wooden handle of a throwing axe, primed to hit the bullseye of a battered target. And yet… here we are, with a whole vlog about it. Because who am I without my vlogs? Last week, my residence (HOEM on Jarvis) sponsored a […]

University Budgeting 101

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University Budgeting 101

By Mercedes Gaztambide

When it comes to managing finances in university, everyone’s situation is different. Maybe you only have to look after your day-to-day expenses, or maybe you’re single-handedly funding your degree. Whatever the case may be, consider if you’ve ever experienced ‘the moment.’ The: oh-my-god-why-did-I-buy-that-cardigan-now-I-can’t-have-dinner-moment. If you know what I’m talking about… keep on reading. I am a […]

Finding a Part-Time Job 101 // Getting the Interview

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Finding a Part-Time Job 101 // Getting the Interview

By Mercedes Gaztambide

This blog is part one of the Finding A Part-Time Job Series. For future parts to this series, click here. Let’s be honest – living, studying and working in Toronto ain’t cheap. In fact, according to this website, Toronto is the number one most expensive city to live in Canada! But there’s a reason we […]

Studio Apartment Tour & Tips on Small Space Living

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Studio Apartment Tour & Tips on Small Space Living

By Jeremy Tobing

Living on campus isn’t the only option you have to experience downtown life at its fullest. I have spent both my years at Ryerson living in off-campus accommodations. In my first year, I lived with a couple of roommates in an off-campus student residence before getting my own studio apartment in my second year. What is a […]

Historic Pioneer Village On The Subway Line!

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Historic Pioneer Village On The Subway Line!

By Mercedes Gaztambide

Hear ye, hear ye! Calling all history lovers! Ever wanted to check out an open-air museum, complete with accessible and interactive 19th-century buildings? Well, have I ever got some great news for you! This week, I visited Black Creek Pioneer Village– an outdoor museum acting as a snapshot of Canada in 1867. Black Creek has […]

Food For $5.95 across from the Ryerson SLC: Warehouse

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Food For $5.95 across from the Ryerson SLC: Warehouse

By Emma Young-Buchalter

Ryerson is located right in the heart of downtown Toronto, and in close proximity to a large variety of delicious food places. We visited some of our favourites in our new RU Cravings video series. Warehouse is so close to Ryerson that you can study at the Student Learning Centre (SLC) and head over for […]

Sadie’s Coffee Science: Snap Coffee!

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Sadie’s Coffee Science: Snap Coffee!

By Mercedes Gaztambide

Hello, my little coffee beans! I know, I know! It’s been a while since my last coffee blog. When vlog duty calls, I must follow! I just want y’all to know… I drink at least three cups of coffee each and every day. Now, in no way am I endorsing this type of behaviour, it leaves […]

Before I Go: Quick Tips For University

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Before I Go: Quick Tips For University

By Emma Young-Buchalter

The school year has come to a close, and I’ve had an amazing year sharing my Ryerson experience with you all on WhyRyerson. I’m sad to say that this will be my last blog (except for a few remaining RU Cravings vlogs!), at least for a little while, but I’m super excited to announce that […]

Top 10 First Year Moments

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Top 10 First Year Moments

By Mercedes Gaztambide

Hello! The school year is now over, and before I start to cry, I want to laugh a little. I thought the best way to do that would be to go over the last few months of my life, highlighting some of the most important parts. While almost every experience I’ve had so far could […]

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