Adjusting to learning a new language
Hi everyone, my name is Daniel Robinson (he/him) and I am currently in my first year of the Life Sciences program at McMaster University...
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That's Life (Science) ! Blog
Welcome to the McMaster Life Sciences' student run blog: That's Life (Science) !
Here, we will be featuring content written by students, for students. Covering a wide range of topics discussing all things student living to best prepare and help our fellow students navigate and succeed in their university experiences.
Our goal for this blog is to connect with and collaborate with our fellow students and the Life Science community. So we need your help to bring this blog to life and make this a place for all Life Science students!
If you'd like to be featured on our website and social media by writing a blog post please connect with us on any of our platforms, we'd love to work with you!
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McMaster Life Science Society
- 1 day ago
- 2 min
My favourite classes at McMaster and what to consider when picking classes
How to choose classes like a PRO There’s so many great things about the life science program. One of my favourite things is how flexible...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Jan 19
- 5 min
How to Practice Self-Care and Mental Wellbeing as a Student
Being a student is not easy. We experience periods of extreme stress and anxiety in response to our demanding workloads and high...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Jan 7
- 2 min
Preparing for a New Semester
Hi everyone! My name is Jaime (she/her), I’m in my fourth year of Honours Life Sciences, and I am the VP Administration this year. Within...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Dec 31, 2022
- 2 min
Work Life Balance During the Holiday Season
Hi everyone! My name is Mitali and I’m the VP Marketing for the LSS this year! I’m in my fourth year of the Honours Life Sciences. The...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Dec 23, 2022
- 3 min
Thesis: That Scary T-Word In University
Hi everyone, my name is Mehtab Mahal (she/her) and I am currently in my fourth year of Honours Life Sciences at McMaster University. In...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Dec 15, 2022
- 3 min
Platforms and Tips to Better Time Manage During Exams
Hello Everyone! My name is Vrinda Shah, I am in my second year of the Honours Life Science Program and I am one of the graphics designers...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Dec 5, 2022
- 3 min
How to Secure a Research Position
Hi everyone! My name is Breanna, I am in my second year of Honours Life Sciences, and I am the Second Year Representative for this year's...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Nov 27, 2022
- 4 min
Money-Saving and Budgeting Tips as a Student
Hello everyone! My name is Anushka, I’m in my third year of the Biology and PNB program, and I’m the Social Logistics Coordinator for the...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Nov 21, 2022
- 3 min
Goal Setting: The importance of making SMART goals as a student
Hey LifeSci, my name is Pierce Razzaque, one of this year's VP socials! The fall term is nearly over, and amidst the many assignments and...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Nov 11, 2022
- 2 min
Finding Balance Within Student Life
My name is Anika, a second-year Life Sciences student, and your LSS Vice President of Communications! As I’ve moved off-campus this year,...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Nov 7, 2022
- 4 min
Midterm Stress Management
Hello and welcome to the very first LSS Blog Post! My name is Anumta and I am one of the LSS Talk Show Hosts this academic year. At this...
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McMaster Life Science Society
- Apr 24, 2021
- 2 min
All About Specializations and Majors
Waiting for acceptances to university and to hear about what specialization you get into are similar experiences. The process is the...
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Abi Sudharshan - LSS VP Academic 2020 - 2021
- Apr 16, 2021
- 4 min
Accountability Buddies: A Brief Introduction
It’s that point in the semester again, LifeSci! The school year is coming to a close, and it seems as if those endless final assignments,...
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Amal Khan - LSS 2nd Year Rep 2020 - 2021
- Mar 31, 2021
- 4 min
Extra-curricular or extra-stress: 5 tips on choosing suitable activities
Extra-curriculars. Whether it be in high school, university, or during the summer breaks, we are encouraged to get involved in something…...
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Nicole Agaiby - LSS 3rd Year Rep 2020 - 2021
- Mar 24, 2021
- 2 min
Wellness: a state of mind or affirmative action?
Hey fellow Life Science students! As exam season is approaching, I hope you are staying productive, safe and well – speaking of which –...
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Celina Fu - LSS 1st Year Rep 2020 - 2021
- Mar 19, 2021
- 3 min
How To Have Fun In Quarantine!
Pandemic Self Help Abstract It has been a year of highs and lows and now with the vaccine on the horizon, yet it never gets easier to...
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Surangah Vamadeva - LSS 4th Year Rep 2020 - 2021
- Mar 3, 2021
- 4 min
The Art of Acing Your Exams
Can you believe exams are next month?! I swear I was just picking out courses yesterday! It’s crazy how time flies by… even in a...
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Sumaya Bhatti - LSS VP External/Internal 2020 - 2021
- Feb 20, 2021
- 4 min
10 Tips to Survive the Pandemic Semester
The COVID-19 pandemic took us all by surprise and forced us to make many adjustments in our lives. There has been so much uncertainty...
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Calvin Gomes - LSS Co-President 2020 - 2021
- Feb 9, 2021
- 3 min
Dear First Year Me...
Dear first year me, As a fourth year I'm approaching that final hurdle, that very last stretch of university and thought it would be a...
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