The U of A's official campus life blog for students, by students.

Health & Wellness

The power of a good pivot

Morenike explores how taking another path can lead you where you were meant to be.

Innovator Spotlight

Innovator Spotlight: Shayleen Ghassemi

Meet Shayleen, a graduate student whose research is out of this world.

Campus Life

What can we expect from the new LIFT Centre?

Fyruz speaks with Matina Kalcounis-Rueppell about the upgraded space coming to North Campus.


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About YouAlberta

YouAlberta is the University of Alberta's official campus life blog for students, by students. As current students, our contributors know what it's like to balance study, work and play at the U of A.

Our stories represent everything from the everyday to the extraordinary experiences of university students. You can expect to find a mix of advice and entertainment, lists and thought pieces. We cover topics that include mental health, study tips, relationships and all things academic.

Interested in Contributing?

If you're a University of Alberta student with a great story to share, let us know! Just send your idea (not a full story) to youblog@ualberta.ca.

Meet The Team

YouAlberta, the U of A's official campus life blog, is written for students, by students. Our writers come from all colleges, faculties and levels of study, as well as a diversity of backgrounds and lived experiences. Every week they post stories about their student experience at the U of A, including strategies for academic success, taking care of health and wellness, experiential learning opportunities as well as campus life and culture.