Embracing Differences as a Black Creative: Fifi’s Journey

Feeling left behind or lost? You’re not alone. Fifi’s story is a small look into the internal conflicts she faced as a black woman and international student. From hyper self-awareness to feeling like she found her place, this three year journey shows what can happen when you believe in yourself and work through obstacles!

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Holiday Abroad: Things to Do as an International Student during the Winter Break

Spending the holidays away from home teaches you things you never signed up to learn—like how to sit with your feelings, how to reach out first, and how to create warmth in cold places. It’s not always easy, but it’s real. Somewhere between loneliness and independence, you start building a version of yourself you didn’t know existed. And maybe that’s part of the magic of being an international student during winter break. ✨

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Building a Book-Worthy Life: Q&A with Laura Mora

From winning a national writing contest in her home country to finding her voice through poetry at Sheridan, Laura Mora has always followed her love for storytelling. In this Q&A, Laura opens up about the challenges of studying in a new language and how her work at the SSU helped her discover the power of human connection. 👩🏼‍🤝‍👩🏾✨

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Films We Love: Trans Awareness Week

With Trans Awareness Week here, there’s no better time to expand the stories we make space for. This blog is a celebration of trans-led cinema. Featuring dreamy coming-of-age stories to groundbreaking documentaries, these movies offer tenderness, complexity, humour, and joy. Whether you’re part of the trans community or watching as an ally, consider this your invitation to press play, stay curious, and let these stories move you! 🏳️‍⚧️

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