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What to Expect at the Ontario Universities’ Fair

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What to Expect at the Ontario Universities’ Fair

By Jeremy Tobing

The Ontario Universities’ Fair (OUF) is happening from September 27-29! Each day between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., 21 Ontario Universities will be at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre as part of Canada’s largest educational fair. I will be sharing with you all a few things to keep in mind when attending the OUF. The […]

Hi. Hello. Namaste.

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Hi. Hello. Namaste.

By Ankita Roy

Hello everyone! My name is Ankita, better known as Kit here, and I am very soon going to become your favourite international blogger this year! Some of you may recognize me from last year – I’m back because I love talking to all of you so much! This year is especially important to me because […]

About Jenna!

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About Jenna!

By Jenna Larkin

Hi there! My name is Jenna and I am a new student ambassador for WhyRyerson for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year. I’m a Content Creator, if we would like to get specific, and my primary role here is to write blog posts for the site about all things Ryerson and Toronto. I’m in my first […]

#TOurist Ep. 1 – Designer Shoes at stackt (Mackhouse)

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#TOurist Ep. 1 – Designer Shoes at stackt (Mackhouse)

By Mercedes Gaztambide

Sometimes, I feel like a tourist in my own city. You would think that living, working and studying in Toronto means that I’m constantly checking out new restaurants or unique locations, but it’s not always easy to take some time away from my everyday routine to explore the city I live in! In this series, […]

5 Ryerson Student Discounts

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5 Ryerson Student Discounts

By Mercedes Gaztambide

Let’s be real, most students are on tight budgets and we ALL love to save a dollar. Big news: your OneCard goes beyond the doors of Ryerson! After a long year of cutting corners on my most wanted and needed purchases, here are my five top places to use your student discount! 1. Food – […]

#OOTS – Dressing for the Seasons in Toronto

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#OOTS – Dressing for the Seasons in Toronto

By Mercedes Gaztambide

Canada is known for its unpredictable, ever-changing weather patterns, and the city of Toronto is no exception. One day you’ll be wearing shorts, and the next day it’ll be snowing! Preparing your wardrobe for the seasons can be challenging, so we’ve put together this guide to dressing for every #OutfitOfTheSeason! Check it out, and stay […]

Staying Safe in Toronto

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Staying Safe in Toronto

By Mercedes Gaztambide

Toronto is an awesome city – point blank. Going to school here is a life-changing experience. I could go on and on about the unbelievable food, event and shopping locations, the massive arts and culture scene and incredible internship opportunities, I really could. But, I know that the one thing on a student’s (and parent […]

Why Toronto is Better Than New York City

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Why Toronto is Better Than New York City

By Mercedes Gaztambide

I’ve been around the block a couple of times. I grew up in Boston, Massachusetts and moved to Toronto at the age of six. I only became a Canadian citizen ONE MONTH AGO. But does that mean I’m a purebred, tried and true American? No! I am a Canadian national LOYALIST… with a little perspective. […]

Differences between College and University

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Differences between College and University

By Alyssa Twomey

Being a direct-entry transfer student, I have noticed many differences between the college I previously attended and Ryerson. I am grateful that I have both perspectives, and wanted to share four main differences I have personally noticed. 1. Class Size In college I was used to very […]

The Best Patios Walking Distance from Ryerson Campus

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The Best Patios Walking Distance from Ryerson Campus

By Grace MacLeod

Let’s face it, attending school in the summer is rough. For Ryerson students, though, studying through the warmer months is easier thanks to the handful of fun patios that we’re surrounded by. With patio season in full effect, we’re rounding up the top patios within walking distance of Ryerson campus. Note: remember that Ontario’s legal […]

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