August 7, 2024
Ask Iman: What should I do when my best isn’t good enough?
I know it’s hard not to compare yourself to others, especially when they’re your friends. But here is something important to keep in mind: appearances can be deceiving.
Advice
May 28, 2024
Ask Iman: How do I cope with my friends graduating?
University is a time of rapid change and self-exploration, and you and your friends found each other in the chaos of exams, breakups, papers, makeups, a global pandemic and everything in between. And that’s beautiful.
September 26, 2023
Ask Iman: How do I make friends at UBC?
But seriously, the classic film that every film bro should study instead of Fight Club or The Godfather or whatever, is Pitch Perfect. It teaches you how to make friends in university.
September 12, 2023
Ask Iman: How do I pick which classes to drop?
As much as your fun exciting elective is fun and exciting, it’s not worth stressing out about not having your science requirement completed well into your senior year.
July 25, 2023
Ask Iman: Super senior sorrow
It’s totally normal to take more than four years to complete your degree! Things come up, and even if nothing did, that’s ok, too!
May 29, 2023
Ask Iman: Rapid-fire advice
Ever asked Iman (hey, that’s me!) a question that was short, sweet and maybe not actually something anyone can actually give you advice on? Well, this is for you! You asked. I answered. Below is a bunch of questions — some silly, some serious — that you’ve sent in.
November 22, 2022
Ask Iman: How do I get out of a slump?
We’re in the final stretch of the semester and oh boy, is it hard. Homesickness is starting to hit and you’re just starting to realize that the elective you took for an easy A is dragging your average way down. It’s slump city.
September 13, 2022
Ask Iman: What's the deal with birth control?
But, for today, I’ve got you covered with a short explainer of some birth control options.
May 24, 2022
Ask Iman: Home doesn't feel like home
I’m back home this summer, but home doesn’t feel like home. Any advice on how to deal with that feeling?
April 5, 2022
Ask Iman: Roommate resignation
I want to experience living alone before I graduate but I don't want to hurt their feelings.
February 28, 2022
Ask Iman: How to break through Blanca with your Compass card
Travelling off campus opens up a whole new world within Vancouver.
January 30, 2022
Ask Iman: How can I stay on top of things with online school?
Having a routine, no matter how it looks, can make you feel more in control and help you stay in school.
December 1, 2021
Ask Iman: Staying safe with different substances
Knowing your limits and experimenting in a safe space before a big bender is incredibly important.
November 10, 2021
Ask Iman: How do I choose my major?
So, what should you do if you have no idea what to major in? I’d say you should listen to my advice.
October 25, 2021
Ask Iman: The relationshipped and the relationshipless
Dear Iman, My best friend recently got a boyfriend and has been spending an awful lot of time with him.
October 7, 2021
Ask Iman: The second group of newbies
How exactly are second-years who are only now beginning to get to campus supposed to find friends?
September 23, 2021
Ask Iman: I want to go home
It’s important to remember that homesickness isn’t forever, though it may feel like it — sooner or later, you’ll be feeling better.
August 29, 2021
Ask Iman: Among Us in real life
I like to remember three things when I’m facing my own impostor syndrome: I belong here, I can ask for help and everyone is in the same boat.
July 30, 2021
Ask Iman: Papers, people, parties, oh my!
I’m an incoming first-year and I want to make the most out of my university experience and do as many things as possible, but I also don't want to accidentally sign myself up for too much.
July 11, 2021
Ask Iman: I’m here if you need me
Not being too close with your roommate may make you feel like you can’t help her at all, but it’s important to show and offer your support.
