YouAlberta
The U of A's official campus life blog for students, by students.
Being a student (again): my path back to the classroom
Mel shares tips for students returning to university after a hiatus.
Things I wish someone had told me about maintaining friendships in university
Carla from Augustana shares her insights on keeping in touch.
What is Trans Day of Remembrance?
Terrence (they/them) gives context about the day, information about the campus event held by The Landing and how to make your allyship active in the long term.
Featured Topics: All | Campus Life | Experiential Learning | Health And Wellness
About YouAlberta
YouAlberta is the University of Alberta's official campus life blog for students, by students. As current students, our contributors know what it's like to balance study, work and play at the U of A.
Our stories represent everything from the everyday to the extraordinary experiences of university students. You can expect to find a mix of advice and entertainment, lists and thought pieces. We cover topics that include mental health, study tips, relationships and all things academic.
Interested in Contributing?
If you're a University of Alberta student with a great story to share, let us know! Just send your idea (not a full story) to youblog@ualberta.ca.
Meet The Team
YouAlberta, the U of A's official campus life blog, is written for students, by students. Our writers come from all colleges, faculties and levels of study, as well as a diversity of backgrounds and lived experiences. Every week they post stories about their student experience at the U of A, including strategies for academic success, taking care of health and wellness, experiential learning opportunities as well as campus life and culture.