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What is your favorite thing about the Urban Studies program at Innis College?
I love that Urban Studies students are very driven. Having met with several USP students over the past two months, I can already tell that our students are going to go on to do some exciting things. I also really appreciate the multidisciplinary nature of the program. As someone who doubled majored in Sociology and Human Geography, I often regret not using some of these courses towards the Urban Studies program!
Do you have any advice for students as a recent grad yourself?
Go to class, do readings, but don’t forget to have a life! You’re only going to do undergrad once (hopefully!) so don’t forget to take your head out of that book and make some great memories with your friends. Making personal connections is just as important as academics. In the real world, knowing the right people can get you places. Introduce yourself to people, remember names, and be as genuine and real as you can. Most importantly, always ask for help or talk to someone if you are struggling. You don’t have to go through tough times alone!
What are some resources that Innis College students (and students enrolled in Innis College courses) can take advantage of?
Innis College has a very popular Writing Centre which is available for any Innis students or anyone taking an INI course. Spots fill up fast so I would recommend booking appointments online as soon as you know you have an assignment coming up. They often have no-shows and cancellations so be sure to put your name on the waitlist. You can bring in your work at any point during the writing process, whether you are only in the beginning stages or if you have a full rough draft ready to be edited. Every college also has a learning strategist who can help you figure out a study strategy that works for you. Ask your college registrar’s office for details. Innis College has a library, and a full time librarian who is keen to provide advice to students. There is also an Urban Studies Liaison librarian at Robarts Library named Nich Worby who you can get in touch with if you have questions about conducting research for assignments.
We heard that you recently adopted a rescue dog, Obi! Tell us a bit about him, and can Urban Studies students meet him?
So glad you asked! Obi is my new puppy and he’s a 10 month old Jindo mix. As a newborn, Obi, his siblings and his mom were rescued from the dog meat industry in Daegu, South Korea. He flew 13 hours on a plane to get here so I could adopt him, so he’s still adjusting to life in Canada. He loves chewing on everything from socks to table corners but hates doorways, hallways, the subway, his reflection, and Riverdale. I’m trying to not bring him to work so much because the subway is very stressful for him but if I bring him, there will be a sign on my door and you can definitely come say hi! For more pictures of Obi, follow him on Instagram! @obithejindo
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