07 Single & Thriving: Self-love tips for Valentine’s Day
08. International Pizza Day
09. Black History Month
10 Snow Day, Stay-in fun: 5 ways to enjoy indoors
11 Unwind & Recharge: Techniques to relax after a long day
12. Winter break gateways near Toronto
13. Global playlist for Valentine’s day
14 Apps to organize university life
15 Top Podcasts to Tune into this February
16. LetUs Payments
February is here, and we’ve got an exciting month ahead! Our Residence Life team has planned some fun events to keep the winter blues away, so be sure to join in and make the most of this season.
Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday, where you can enjoy the big game with friends, great food, and an unforgettable atmosphere! Plus, Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and we’re spreading the love with activities to celebrate friendship, appreciation, and community. Stay tuned for details!
As midterms approach, don’t forget to take care of yourself balance study time with breaks, get fresh air, and stay connected with your peers. If you ever need support, our team is here to help, and campus resources are always available.
Let’s make this February one to remember see you at our events!
Cheers,
Tusharika Arora
Residence Life Coordinator
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T I P S F O R S E L F L O V E
Take Yourself on a Date
Take some time to think about your ideal date, and then make those reservations and set aside time for yourself You also don’t have to leave home for date night you could make your favorite meal and set the table with candles and fancy plates, then cue up Netflix and settle in with popcorn
Buy yourself flowers
Wear an outfit you feel great in
Taking the time to style an outfit, from the shoes to the accessories, always makes me feel like I’m taking care of myself and is a great confidence booster. Pull out a favorite dress or shirt you rarely wear, or those boots you love, and dress up for the day. Or maybe you always dress up for work, and your coziest loungewear would make you feel loved and pampered. Whatever calls to you, dress in a way that makes you feel like a million bucks.
If walking by the dozens of red roses at the grocery store makes you smile, why not pick up a bouquet for yourself? There isn’t a rule that says you have to buy them for someone else. Plus, flowers in my home always makes me feel like it’s an occasion. And if you have the option to include a small note with your bouquet, do it!
Write yourself a love letter
Writing yourself a love letter is an incredibly powerful practice, and being able to speak to yourself kindly and compassionately is a great skill to hone Instead of waiting to read the words you wish other people would write about you, write them down yourself Grab a pen and a piece of paper or journal and start by writing “Dear Me,” and continue to write as if you were speaking to a friend Tell yourself what you need to hear, and read the letter out loud to yourself once you’ve finished It may feel uncomfortable at first, but be gentle and remind yourself that self-love is a practice After you’ve finished writing, save the letter and read it anytime you need a boost
international pizza day!
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While you enjoy a delicious slice of pizza, we invited you to read these 5 facts:
This dish originated in Napoles, Italy However, nowadays you can find different types of it depending on the region, such as the Chicago deep dish, which barely resembles the original Italian version
Each year, Italy produces 2.7 billion pizzas, equating to about 46 pizzas perperson annually
The most expensive pizza in the world costs 12,000 dolars, is made in Italy by Renato Viola and includes three differenttypesofcaviar.
The pizza has been recognised on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list since 2017.
The hawaiian pizza was created by Sam Panopoulos in 1962, who owned an Italian restaurant in ChathamKent,Ontario.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH
BLACK LEGACY AND LEADERSHIP: CELEBRATING CANADIAN HISTORY AND UPLIFTING FUTURE GENERATIONS
1 FEB - 28 FEB 2025
February gives us all the chance to celebrate the diversity and achievements of Black people in Canada. Visit the Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Program website to find out about the various events that will be taking place.
Unwind and Recharge
Dosomestretching exercises
Takearestfulnap
Haveawarmcupoftea Listentocalmingmusic
WINTER GETAWAYS (Near the GTA)
Ski and rejuvenate at Blue Mountain Resort
Collingwood, ON
Hike at Algonquin Provincial Park Muskoka, ON
Skate at Arrowhead Provincial Park’s Fire and Ice Nights Huntsville, ON
Valentine’s DayPlaylist
La Vie En Rose Edith Piaf
Can’t Help Falling in Love Hailey Reinhart
Too Sweet Hozier
At Last
Etta James
Yellow Coldplay
A Thousand Years
Christina Perri
Volare
Domenico Modugno
If I Ain’t Got You
Alicia Keys
Lover Taylor Swift
APPS TO ORGANIZE UNIVERSITY LIFE ��✏
Learn languages through interactive lessons designed like games.
A fun productivity tracker that rewards you for staying focused while studying.
Organize your notes, tasks, and ideas in one easy-to-use app.
Save articles, web pages, and resources to read offline later, perfect for research and learning
Save articles, web pages, and resources to read offline later, perfect for research and learning.
Save articles, web pages, and resources to read offline later, perfect for research and learning. Plan your classes, deadlines, and events with reminders and syncing
LIVE TALKSHOW THE DAILY PODCAST THIS FEBRUARY �� TOP TO TUNE INTO
BY THE NEW YORK TIMES
A deep dive into the day’s biggest stories, perfect for staying informed
BY MALCOLM GLADWELL REVISIONIST
HISTORY
Reinterpreting events, ideas, and people from history in a fresh way
STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW
BY IHEARTRADIO
Explore fascinating topics about how things work and why they matter
THE HAPINESS LAB
BY DR LAURIE SANTOS
Discover how your mindset and habits can transform your outlook
Please feel free to visit us at the front desk between 9:00 am to 9:00 pm or contact us via email parkside@studenthousing com or via phone 416-977-8000 or visit our office Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Joanne Gluck
General Manager jgluck@studenthousing.com
Daniel Travieso
Assistant General Manager dfltravieso@studenthousing.com
Tusharika Arora Residence Life Coordinator tarora@studenthousing com
Kayannush Mehta Leasing Manager kmehta@studenthousing com
