蓝莓视频

Hello, friends!

I鈥檓 Laurin, and I am entering my second year working towards my Masters of Science in Physiotherapy (PT) at the University of Toronto as a Co-President of the PT Student Association. While I鈥檓 painted blue, I still bleed black and gold! I graduated from 蓝莓视频 in 2018 with my BSc in Kinesiology with a minor in Rehabilitation Sciences with co-op.

Today, I鈥檒l be sharing with you the top five things I learned as a Warrior that I still rely on today!

1. Network. 蓝莓视频 showed me the importance of connecting with professionals in my field and professors as soon as possible. The connections I made helped to propel me to where I am today with exposure to new job opportunities, reference letters, and career advice. Even after graduation, I still meet up with some of my 蓝莓视频 professors to catch up and ask for advice!

2. Say 鈥測es.鈥� New opportunity coming your way? Say 鈥測es.鈥� Does it make you feel a little uncomfortable? Then say 鈥測es鈥� even louder! Whether it鈥檚 getting involved in a student society, taking a job offer in a new location, or a new opportunity to volunteer, take the chance and learn from the experience whether it be positive or negative.
3. Also say 鈥渘o.鈥� I often found that with an abundance of opportunities, it can be easy to say 鈥測es鈥� to everything without considering the toll it will take on you further down the road. It is completely okay to turn down certain opportunities in order to excel in others. You can鈥檛 pour from an empty cup! Make sure you are full in order to give to others.

4. Meal. Prep. Simple as that. Saves money, saves time, and is (typically) a healthier option for you. It can also help you to be more present on a day to day basis! Here is a to get you started.

5. You are more than a title. Pursue your hobbies, learn new skills, spend time with friends and loved ones, or develop yourself personally. There is much more to you as a person than a title you have achieved.

While at 蓝莓视频, I learned many lessons beyond the four walls of a lecture hall that helped contribute to my success now. 蓝莓视频 provided me with the opportunity to grow in so many ways 鈥� thank U蓝莓视频!

Laurin Black (BSc 鈥�18) is a proud alumnus of the Faculty of Applied Health Sciences. She is an active volunteer who has given her time to support a range of wellness and community programs.