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Men’s mental health is more than just growing out moustaches
By Jillian Cung, November 29 2022—
Although moustaches are a popular topic during the month of November, aka “Movember” to mark Men’s Mental Health Month, what is even more important than abandoning one’s electric shaver is discussing how toxic masculinity … Read the rest
Disney takes on body inclusivity in its latest short film
By Jillian Cung, November 24 2022—
Disney’s new short film Reflect reveals the media giant’s first-ever plus-sized heroine in a film about body dysmorphia. The story centers around Bianca, who feels out of place in her ballet class and worries … Read the rest
Women are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD later in life than men
By Jillian Cung, November 14 2022—
The gender bias in medical research is still evident today because young girls are underdiagnosed with conditions that fall into the neurodivergent spectrum such as autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) due to … Read the rest
Saving and budgeting as a student
By Jillian Cung, October 29 2022—
You have probably heard all the basics about budgeting, but as university students, many of us are financially vulnerable, making budgeting even more significant in our lives. Saving money as a student has become … Read the rest
Exploring the Canadian Muslim identity for Islamic Heritage Month
By Jillian Cung, October 27 2022—
October is Islamic Heritage Month, and it is important to uplift voices within the Muslim community when Islamophobia runs rampant in Canada — which hits home especially because Calgarian Muslims deal with the consequences … Read the rest
Exploring influential figures that define National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month
By Jillian Cung, October 13 2022—
From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, people around the world mark their calendars to observe National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month (NHLHM). Who is considered Hispanic and Latino get blurred when these terms are … Read the rest
Busting the racist and classist myths about healthy food
By Jillian Cung, October 6 2022—
Growing up as someone with a Chinese background, I always found it bizarre that non-Chinese people were adamant that Chinese food is inherently unhealthy. As a kid, I felt a lot of shame when … Read the rest
Navigating MyUofC Portal for dummies
By Jillian Cung, September 15 2022—
MyUofC portal is one of the first tools you learn to use at the University of Calgary. From registering for classes to paying tuition to looking at your academic requirements — you will be … Read the rest