With classes going online late last year, our educators were thrown headfirst into a brave new world. Students and staff alike are so grateful for our amazing instructors here at the Faculty of Information, and so we at Living the iLife are profiling some instructors whose online instruction have truly stood out to our studentsContinue reading “Instructor Spotlight: Agnieszka Chalas”
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Instructor Spotlight: Matthew Brower
“The biggest lesson has been about providing more space for reflection in class.” Check out this interview with Dr. Matt Brower about his online teaching experience!
Instructor Spotlight: Christoph Becker
“Pets in the classroom are a big win.” Check out this article where we discuss online learning with Dr. Christoph Becker.
Cite it Right Redux
“This is your unofficial guide to a bunch of different citation styles and where to learn how to use them. “
Shaking the Stress at UofT
“Now that you’re two months into this school year, you might be starting to feel just a little bit stressed. Perhaps you’re dreaming about your assignments, or your shoulders are feeling a tad tight… When that happens, try out some of these stress-blasting activities.”
Working as a Teaching Assistant
“My personal experience as a TA at the iSchool … has been a highlight of my time in the PhD program.”
“Can I take this particular course?”: In conversation with registrar Sherry Dang
“With the school year having kicked off, we wanted to take the opportunity to sit down with registrar, Student Services superstar, and Living the iLife founder Sherry Dang. Read on to learn more about her role, how she can help you out, and what she loves about working in Student Services.” Click the above image to read more!
The Delicate Work/Life Balance: How to Stay Busy and Stay on Schedule
By: Defne Inceoglu As I write this article for you, fresh, incoming graduate students, I stare into the scary prospect of life-after-my-degree. During my time in undergrad and in grad school, I liked to do this thing where I would inundate myself with work. Being a ‘yes person’ for projects and opportunities quickly turned myContinue reading “The Delicate Work/Life Balance: How to Stay Busy and Stay on Schedule”
Big City Living: Your Unofficial Guide to Living in Toronto
By Defne Inceoglu Moving can be a hassle, or a big stress. It can be even MORE stressful moving to a big city notorious for being one of the most expensive in the world. But for all of its criticisms, past the onslaught of brutalist buildings and high rent prices, there is something magical aboutContinue reading “Big City Living: Your Unofficial Guide to Living in Toronto”
Happy First Day of Classes!
“September 8, 2020. Whether you’re the type to colour-code your notes with ten different coloured highlighters or the kind of student who rolls into class just as it’s beginning with nothing but your Notes app in hand, it’s the moment we have all been waiting for.” Click the above image to read more!
