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September 21, 2012 · 5:20 pm

Guess what?

I’m participating in the Day of the Longboat! A couple of girls from my floor and I have signed up for the event. Representing 2nd floor Tweeds WOOOOOO! 

So how do you prepare for the Longboat? That’s a question I thought about when I first signed up. But you don’t need to be fit or athletic to join. There’s multiple categories so our team won’t face the boys (though I’d say we might give them a run for their money..who knows haha), and we’ll probably face teams from other Vanier (or Totem) houses.

I did attempt to work out for it, and that’s how I ended up in the Vanier commonsblock on the rowing machine, pulling my arms off, and now they feel numb at the moment. I don’t think I could be an Olympian in rowing-related sports, but I can say that  being a part of the Longboat is an exciting and wonderful opportunity to integrate teamwork and UBC spirit! Now, I’m just shaking with anticipation for next Saturday. Bring it on.

let's do this

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September 20, 2012 · 12:25 am

This week: Clubs, clubs and more clubs

So this week is Clubs Week! Students (of all years) can sign up for membership with various groups and organizations of their interest. It’s the best way to get yourself involved in the campus, there’s so many choices (Food Society,  Ski and Board club, Quidditch club, you name it!)

I was busy and in quite a hurry throughout the day (3 classes in a row from 9-12 and another 3 o’clock class completely drained me..) but I managed to check them out. I went around 1:00ish, and I wasn’t prepared for lots of squishing because clearly it was packed in the SUB. There were clubs and organizations listed on a board so you could look for the clubs you were interested in.  I’d have to say that an hour is nearly not enough to actually go around. Remember to bring money when you apply for membership! Now, I didn’t bring enough money with me when I went so I only managed to sign up for clubs and paid for one membership.

Applied Membership (so far)

Pre-Vet & Animal Welfare Club (PAW UBC): Having a pre-vet group is helpful for preparing for vet school applications or for general vet school information. I knew that I had to get myself on board, both as a aspiring pre-vet student and an animal enthusiast. There’s also fundraisers and icebreakers throughout the year!

Signed Up (so far)

Quidditch Club: YESSS I SIGNED UP FOR IT. As a HP (and Starkid fan), I’ve been trying to get my hands on that sign up sheet for a while. I really can’t wait till the practice session starts.

Student Environment Centre: I had the opportunity and experience leading my high school’s environmental group, and now I want to continue taking an initiative for sustainability in UBC.

Mental Health Awareness Club of UBC: I’m really interested in mental health issues and spreading awareness to others. I’ve known some classmates who had suffered from depression or eating disorders, often their voices aren’t heard by others because people aren’t aware of the disease.

Equestrian Club: Yes, I was that girl who loved horses as a child (and still do). I haven’t been riding for quite a while, but I used to ride leisurely and I do miss it. I can’t wait to be find riding opportunities or stable jobs haha.

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September 16, 2012 · 12:52 pm

A new week’s starting….

-Getting up at 7, rushing to 3 classes in a row and quizzes to do.

-Chem Wet lab this week. (don’t burn the building down, don’t burn the building down jk.)

-Countdown until Christmas: 99 days

-On a side note: I really love LFS 100, someone make it a 3 credit course please.

-Join Quidditch.

Ron totally gets me.

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· 12:31 pm

It’s been 2 WEEKS already??!

Yeah, time sure goes by when your head is stuck in a biology textbook. When first week passed, I assumed that you know, second week was going to be relatively faster. But word of caution, when you forget to balance your courses and your social life, things can be pretty hectic (and you start counting down the days to your first midterm.)

So here’s what happened:

  • I have seen the light -BLUE CHIP COOKIES: someone sneak into their kitchen and smuggle their recipes for me because for the love of pasty goods I have yet to find a deliciously, sinful cookie as good as theirs. I tried it the first week (goal accomplished!) Their cookies may seem really sweet, but one cookie had me filled up in no time. Try out the Brazil Nut Cookie with its smooth, gooey white chocolate and crisp Brazil nuts that will have you and your taste buds screaming for more. The Smartie cookie looks really tempting too, and the Chunky one is for the chocolate die-hards.
  • GET’CHA HEAD IN THE GAME: (no, I wasn’t watching re-runs of High School Musical) The first week of classes was a tad bit overwhelming partly because I still had my head in summer mode. By the second week though, it’s a wake up call. Things are going to be really fast-paced here because all your courses are basically condensed into 3 months. It’s not easy, I know that for a fact.
  • READ ALL THE THINGS (AND WORK WITH OTHERS): The best way to learn things, well is to work together with others, like with friends or classmates. My Math 102 assignments couldn’t have been done without working together with others or on Piazza (though it’s not my favorite source for help). It also provides a sense of support because everyone’s doing the same thing as you (and occasionally suffering).
  • Always be prepared for classes: Don’t be like me in her second week of class, forgetting her iClicker for Bio 112, rushing back to her dorm before realizing her keys are back in the lecture room (Long story short: I always check the things I need for class.)
  • Yeahhh, I work out: Exercise is a great stress reliever, I’ve been doing runs both outside and on the treadmill (at the Vanier commonsplace, don’t judge). I feel in shape and sharper. Note to self: get a Birdcoop membership by next term….
  • Get Involved: Clubs Week is coming up, and it’s the perfect timing for students to get themselves involved. If you live in residence, chances are you can also get involved in your residence associations. I attended the Place Vanier group associations and I signed up for a variety of groups (Sustainability, etc.). Try signing up and check if the group/club is right for you. Also, check our your faculty undergraduate society. I’m currently looking into first year representative for Faculty of Land and Food Systems.
  • Last but not least, BREATHE: I really felt like I was holding my breath the entire 2 weeks. Try to find something that relaxes you, or seek out a friend and do things together. Remember, you’re not alone.

 

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August 31, 2012 · 11:22 am

Get Organized (with your tasks)

DAYS TILL UBC: 2!!!

Okay, when I got accepted into UBC, I was aware about the responsibility of checking my emails and the deadline fees. But you know, I got kinda busy and things were distracting me that I started to forget my errands for UBC.

I’m an organized person, well most of the time. I’ve already paid my meal plan, but I’ve still got my tuition fees to pay. As we speak, I still have 1 more textbook to buy (Buying used ENGL books for specific classes can be difficult to find)). But the good news is that I bought most of my textbooks for first term. Mind you, I finally got to order my CHEM 121 resources online for pickup. Make sure to keep write down your errands the night earlier. This is what I did last night, best shown in Allie’s Hyperbole and a Half:

don’t go to bed so late, kids

So here’s what I learned to keep myself organized and not look like a crazy distressed person scrambling around the campus.

  • Make a check-list: Like shopping for grocery or when you’re too lazy to make mental notes in your head, do this.
  • Buy a schedule notebook:  I bought one, eco-friendly and big enough to write lots of things in. I will probably be clutching this book like a kid with a candy bar.
  • Sticky Notes: They’re great reminders for temporary chores or tasks. I have a tendency to form shapes of a butterfly with them (CREATIVITY!!) Or use the ones on your laptop too, if you have them.
  • Get a Calender/Schedule App on your Smartphone: It works like magic. I have an Android phone and I use Color Note & My Schedule app, and it’s cool because there’s a checklist and text option, and the choice of picking colors! There’s tons of cool organizing apps out there.
  • Whiteboards/Boards: I used to post my doodles all over them until I actually used them for task-keeping. Just put your checklists up there or anything that helps you get yourself organized.

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August 30, 2012 · 2:28 am

In the eye of a hurricane (pun intended)

Days till UBC: 3 (moving in on the 2nd!)

Guess what woke me up this morning. A torrential downpour of rain. You know, I never signed up for a hurricane for my vacation in Florida, but it’s definitely a new sight-seeing experience.  It’s times like this where I’m given the opportunity to finally sit down and start blogging. I’ll blog a bit of everything here and there, and in my free time I really like to doodle so I’ll occasionally post them.

My whole summer has been a blur. Other than graduation and summer school (I’M LOOKING AT YOU, PHYSICS), I’ve been involved in an array of tasks like volunteering at the local veterinarian clinic and the stables. I feel like half a year has passed, and believe it or not, I’m actually anticipating for school to start. I’m already looking forward to first year. Unlike high school, going to university as a freshmen means that you get a new start, a chance to meet new friends, get involved and try out new risks or passions.

When September comes, I feel like the following will happen:

  1. My life will spontaneously combust into an enormous explosion shaped like the Horsehead Nebula at the sight of the campus
  2. I will probably dive headfirst into a whole lot of clubs, events and volunteering.
  3. Juggle my social life, academics and my beauty sleep through a blindfold.
  4. Enjoy all the fun and pouring my sweat, blood and tears into my academics.
  5. Try them Blue Chip cookies

There you have it, my sort-of accurate list of things to come this September. You bet your dollar #5 will be fulfilled within the first week. Cheers to that!

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