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We decided to reach out to our uoCampus Instagram community to see what they have been doing to prioritize their mental health during this challenging time. We were so inspired, we had to share.

With the 2020 OUA soccer season cancelled, Delev has accepted an opportunity to spend the year playing professionally for Lecce in Italy, while attending uOttawa virtually. Get to know her and gain insight into her experience.

Maggie Huang, a local Feng Shui practitioner, taught us how to harness the energy from the elements that surround us. We thought this could help you achieve more within your space!

Food can be divided into three main categories: carbs, proteins and fat. If you can recognize them and understand what they do, then it’s easy to know if your meals will leave you satiated, will help you perform, and if they will keep you energized until you eat again.

Looking for something new to get into or join a group with whom you have much in common? There is no better time than the beginning of the school year to check out all the student clubs and associations that are opened to you!

Are you a freshman at uOttawa? Are you having difficulties with where to start with your studies here in the Capital of Canada? If so, this is the article for you! Here are some useful tips to help you stay on top of your heavy workload to get you through your first year as a fellow Gee-Gee!

September 25 is a date to remember for all Franco-Ontarians. It is a day of celebration and community pride. Wondering why? On September 25^th, 1975, University of Sudbury professor Gaétan Gervais and political science student Michel Dupuis created the Franco-Ontarian flag. This symbol of green and white was officially recognized by the government of Ontario for the francophone community on June 21^st, 2001.

Although the circumstances prevented us from being close, the 2020 Welcome Week was a huge success to kick off the new academic year! Thanks to everyone who attended the in-person events (and followed the COVID-19 guidelines) and the remote activities. Missed out? Read about the highlights.

There are many small things you can practice every day to improve your mental and physical wellness. Creating positive habits is key to making these behaviors stick and ensuring that they have a lasting effect on your life. So, start small and follow these suggestions to turn a one-time effort into a habit that fits seamlessly into your day.  

If you have to head to campus you might be wondering, what’s open on campus? Where can I eat? Can I study at the library? What about the gym? So many questions for this new and unique semester!

University is an opportunity to meet new people and to make lifelong friendships. Putting yourself out there and being open to talking to new people can be intimidating, but is totally worth it! We’re in this together, and while meeting people might look a little different this year, chances are there are a ton of people at uOttawa interested in making new friends as well. We’ve got a few tips for you to keep in mind, to helpfully make your process go smoothly.

Many changes are coming to campus this fall!

The Academic Support Unit has launched the Academic GPS, the tool you'll love the most during your academic career!

Starting at uOttawa can feel like you’ve been initiated into an organization full of made-up words and acronyms. Here's your guide for this new unknown world.

Here is a list of three types of social nights you can have with your friends and family to stay connected while staying home.

Starting and keeping a routine is one of the most beneficial things you can do during these exceptional circumstances, whether you’re self-isolating or social distancing.