When we get nervous or anxious, the first thing that starts acting up is none other than the heart. Our hearts decide to race, our palms get disgustingly sweaty, blood rushes to our faces, we start shaking, and well, there’s no stopping the feeling. It’s hard to ground yourself and recognize what’s happening internally during these moments, let alone to “just breathe”. So, let me explain…
Read moreThe 10 Stages of Colouring Your Hair at Home
Ever since I was a kid I’ve been colouring my hair. And I really mean “ever since I was a kid”. I remember the first time I ever coloured my hair was for my friend’s Spice Girls birthday party… I dyed my hair a vibrant shade of Crimson. My Ginger Spice costume was complete. My friends were wowed. Awed even. I was the coolest 12-year-old ever.
Read moreLinks We Love: 10 Accounts to Follow for Inspiration
Need some inspiration? To help with that, our student leaders have put together a list of 10 Instagram accounts you should follow right now!
Read moreBlack History Month: representing strength and sacrifice
“Black excellence is everywhere today, from our athlete's building schools with high graduation rates to Idris Elba dominating the fashion world by being the sexiest man alive. African Canadians/ Americans have their influence in almost all facets.”
Read moreBlack History Month: reflecting on the past and shaping the future.
“To be honest both sides of black history month are equally important because black people can benefit from history in our past and history created in the present. So it is best to define Black History Month as a month to reflect on the past and to keep moving forward for a brighter and more profound future within our massive and beautiful community.”
Read moreBlack History Month: breaking the stereotype
[Black History Month is] a celebration of the many accomplishments and contributions of Black Americans and Canadians throughout history. [The most relevant topic for me is] breaking the stereotypical barriers within the dance community; especially for black women.
Read moreBlack History Month: celebrating family roots and unity.
“Black history month should serve as a means of remembering and a trigger to educate, not only for us but for all. I want black history to highlight cultures and teach those who may be ignorant about the different cultures and customs of Africans and blacks around the world. I want black history month to truly be a celebration…Black history month represents me and my family’s roots and identity.”
Read moreGetting to know your President – Ben
You may have heard that the SSU welcomed Ben LeBlanc as the new incoming President for the 2019/2020 academic year. You might recognize Ben from his time as Vice President at HMC, former Board of Director, and President of Jack.org Sheridan. We wanted you to get to know him a little better so here’s an inside scoop on Ben!
Read more6 Grocery Shopping Hacks
If you’re a typical student, you might find that the majority of your paycheck is spent on buying food. We don’t plan on going out to lunch on Tuesday or grabbing take-out dinner on Wednesday but somehow it happens. Before you know it, the weekend rolls around and you deserve to treat yourself, right?
Read morePassion Makes Publish
When we started up our chapter with Jack.org, a national mental health organization focused on youth, we prepared for the typical types of engagements with the Sheridan community. The goal has always been to raise awareness for mental health and the services available to students, but we found it challenging to think beyond those smaller initiatives at first.
Read moreThings I Wish I Knew...
Linda works with our Customer Service team at HMC and she wanted to share some advice to help new students. Packed with tips and resources, here are a few things she wishes she knew about Sheridan…
Read moreGender Diversity at Sheridan
As part of our continued efforts to cultivate an inclusive space for all students at Sheridan, our Board of Directors recently passed a motion publicly affirming their support for trans and gender-diverse communities. Your TRC Vice President, Cory, shares why this is so important, not only here at Sheridan, but in the broader community as well.
Read moreThe Road to the Referendum
With the U-Pass Referendum coming up, your SSU President, Enrique Ponce, wanted to share a bit of the history and share how we got here. #ChooseYourRoute
Read more10 Ways to Get Organized This Year
As an Office Admin student, Navnit - our Awareness Coordinator at Davis - knows a thing or two about staying organized during the school year. So, she’s sharing her best tips with you!
Read more3 Reasons I Love Being on the Board
Fellow student and secretary of our Board, Ayman Usmani, shares her experience working with the SU and why being on the Board was such an important part of her student experience at Sheridan!
Read moreDiscover Clubs: Shanghai Bound
SSU is proud to support The Musical Theatre Student Council, who are participating in Theatre Sheridan’s fourth annual cultural exchange and spending three and a half weeks in China to further strengthen our learning and international collaboration in musical theatre. Their journey starts here.
Read moreLife After SheridanLife: Karlo
"I’m a firm believer that higher education not only develops your knowledge but develops you as a person." Our former Events Coordinator, Karlo, shares what life is like for him after graduating.
Read moreLife After SheridanLife: Jenna
“Trying to figure out what my next step is going to be; it was terrifying." Our former President, Jenna, shares her journey at Sheridan and with the SSU.
Read moreA Straw-Free Marquee
"I wanted to ignite real, sustainable change - not only within the organization - but on campus as well." Duaa shares her experience implementing a straw-free initiative to help eliminate waste with the SSU.
Read moreLife After SheridanLife: Fred
"Being completely genuine and being true to yourself; I think that’s the most important thing." Sheridan alum, Fred Guanlao shares his take on life after #SheridanLife.
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