Your CSR, Dilas, shares three things every Sheridan student should know about their Health and Dental Plan. Do you know what the ‘change of coverage period’ means? Have you ever looked at your invoice or ancillary fees? Here’s a guide on how to get started.
Read moreWhat's New @ the SSU: July 2022
This month our student leaders made their mark on campus by speaking at a variety of events focused on advocating for improved student experiences. From introducing our Building Positive Spaces Kits on campus to joining over 200 leaders at the International Student Voices Summit, we are proud to share that July was a collection of powerful opportunities and fun engagements that amplified student voices and will shape your Sheridan Life for years to come. Curious what your student leaders have been up to this month? Let’s take a look!
Read moreKitchen Chronicles: The First Meal I Cooked After Moving Away From Home
“My mum always told me that no matter how bad the food is, you will find it satisfying if you cooked it. And as we all know practice makes perfect, so now after nearly 1 year of living alone, I have gotten good at cooking and others find my cooking tasty too.” Your Board of Director, Abhay, shares his first time cooking after moving away from home.
Read more#SherYourStory: Catarina's Journey
“I still remember when I first came here, I could not even order myself breakfast in Tim Hortons and struggled to ask for directions. At that time, I desperately questioned myself “Is this actually the dream that I’ve been chasing for several years?”, “Do I really belong to this world?”.”
Read moreWhat's New @ the SSU: June 2022
From celebrating Toronto Pride Parade downtown to heading to Ottawa for the COCA Student Life Summit, your student leaders have travelled across Canada to help bring you the best Sheridan Life experience this month and beyond. Here’s a look at our June 2022 highlights!
Read moreHow To Advocate for Indigenous Students @ Sheridan
“I think one of the coolest things I learned during this event was that Chelsea was instrumental in advocating for the Centre of Indigenous Learning and Support at Davis. It’s still so inspiring to know that because of “the girl that didn’t take no for an answer,” current and future Sheridan students can now find solace and comfort here”.
Read more#ProudToBe: Saz McKean
“I’ll be honest, I didn’t know about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community until I was about 10 years old, and only because my dad introduced me to his gay colleague from work. Little 12-year-old Saz didn’t exactly get why it was such a big deal; “Okay, he likes guys, so what?” I thought, “So do my friends and I”.
Read moreLinks We Love: Best Pride Music, Movies & More!
Your VP of Community Development, Julia Bertola, has put together a list of artists, books, movies and more to highlight and celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community during Pride. Take a look at who made the list this year!
Read moreMeet Our First SSU Scholarship Recipients!
You might be thinking, what does it take to become a SSU Scholarship recipient? What do I need outside of the GPA requirement to qualify? Meet our first SSU Scholarship recipients and find out what it takes. We are proud to share our first SSU Scholarship Recipients, Nashad Hakim and Amir Sadeghi!
Read moreNational Coming Out Day 2021: More Than Just a Day
“I don’t think National Coming Out Day should be about pressuring people out of the closet though, which unfortunately I’ve seen happen in the past. Everyone's story is different, and everyone is on a different point in their journey; sharing our experiences can helps us feel connected and inspired – and even if you don’t have a story to share yet, it doesn’t mean this day isn’t for you.”
Read moreHere's What You Should Know About Virtual Campaigning
“I know it can be nerve-wracking to launch a virtual campaign, especially if it’s your first occasion; but, it doesn’t have to be that way. Here’s everything I learn along the way”.
Read moreWhat To Prepare For Going Into The Elections Process
Running for a position on the SSU Board of Directors is a great way to get involved at Sheridan, enhance the well-being of your peers, and shape the #SheridanLife. Whether you’ve submitted a nominations package, or you’re deciding whether you’d like to, we wanted to put together a list of helpful tricks to support you through the process, and prioritize your overall wellness.
Read morePerks of Being on The Board- Kashyap
When I filled out my election package first in 2020 for the 2020-21 elections, I had many doubts and fears as an international student, who was also enrolled in one of the harder programs but believe me when I say that all this time has been worth it.
Read moreHow I Ran A Successful Virtual Campaign
This past April, I went through the process of nominations, campaigning, voting, and elections all virtually which may seem daunting if you’re starting to think about doing it for yourself but, don’t fret! I’m here to share a brief rundown on some challenges I faced, things I loved, and a few things that I learned along the way. Let’s go!
Read morePerks of Being on The Board- Rashad
Throughout my life, whether it was in elementary school, high school or post institution, I’ve always had the desire to be involved. So when I was told I should run for a board of directors role, I didn’t hesitate, because extra curricular activities have always been a part of my life.
Read moreWhy I Decided To Join the Board of Directors- Rhema Javed
One of the main things that attracted me to this role was the job description. It said something along the lines of "Do you have a drive to make a positive change for students on campus?" Helping the community is a big part of my program, and I thought what better way to start than with my college community.
Read moreWhy I Decided To Join The Board of Directors- Tejaswini Shah
I wanted to make sure that the student body was being heard, and they had the chance to reach out and express their concerns. I also wanted to create more transparency between the decisions of the board and the way it impacts the student body.
Read more10 Books That Will Make You Fall Back In Love With Reading
Binge watching television can be amazing, but sometimes all you need is a great page turner to help you escape into a whole new world. Our latest reading list will have you questioning why you stop reading in the first place.
Read more10 Sheridan Clubs You May Not Know About...But Should
Whether you’re looking for clubs to join during the school semester, or you’re bored at home in the middle of July, there are plenty of ways to meet other students, explore new hobbies, and master a skill. Discover our Clubs Coordinators top picks of the month!
Read more#ProudToBeWell: How To Empower Your Full Spectrum of Emotions
When we first learn about emotions, most of us learn three feelings: I feel happy, sad or angry. The truth is, emotions are a little more complex. Sometimes you might feel multiple things at once, or there’s an emotion behind the emotion.
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