Teaching Assistant, York University
Urban Studies 2019

My time at York was filled with an eclectic mixture of experiences that provided me with the opportunity to grow personally and develop a strong network. York has so many experiences to offer and it really stands apart as a University.

The school has allowed me to grow myself in so many areas, the dedicated professors in my program have prepared and encouraged me in pursuing a Graduate Degree and a career in urban planning, the incredible number of clubs and organizations have supported me in developing a strong network, and the many employment opportunities have afforded me the chance to gain valuable work experience while pursuing multiple degrees.

During one of my first lectures, a professor noted that there was a difference between space and place. Space is a location without meaning, but it becomes a place when it has been given meaning. I began to understand that York is a more than just an educational institution, it is a place with various meanings we students, staff, and faculty give to it. The advice I would give is to get involved, because once you get involved in one or more of our campus communities, you will become a part of that meaning.