AHA Moments
Oprah often refers to “AHA moments.” These are moments that give perspective; moments that inspire feelings of gratitude. These are moments that may be...
Author: Rachel
Brunching in Victoria: Part 1
Victorians love “brunching.” It’s trendy. It’s hot. It’s delicious. It’s that lovely in-between of breakfast and lunch. It hits at the perfect time of...
I’ve made it this far because….
I’ve just finished up my fourth year and, while I am not quite done yet, I want to reflect a little bit on my...
Livin’ high: The chronicles of altitude camp
I’m writing to you from way, way up high – 7000 feet high to be exact. I’m currently in Flagstaff, Arizona, USA, where I’m...
CIS Nationals in review
I have been having trouble putting the experience of the past weekend into words – it’s an overwhelming feeling of gratitude, joy and comfort knowing...
Championship season!
For the Vikes, March is championship season! The McKinnon (athletic facility) building is buzzing with excitement as the majority of our teams are in the...
Bonne Nuit!
This is the time of year when coffee intake increases and the sleep schedule seems to be put on the back burner as a...
A Guide to Studying for the ‘Easily-Distracted-and-Restless’
The season of papers and midterms is well upon us! Whenever I am studying or working away at research for a paper, I find...
Sunny San Diego and becoming a “list person”
This past Sunday I left the city of Victoria on Vancouver Island just as it was starting to rain again. I jetted off to...
I Run #likeagirl
Listen up everyone! It’s time to celebrate, just for simply being us!! Yesterday, during Superbowl, the #likeagirl commercial by Always was put on the...
Find your outlet
This past Saturday I competed in my first race of the indoor season at the University of Washington in Seattle. I did two races...
Life as a student athlete
Hi everyone! I’m excited to share a glimpse into my life as a student-athlete running on the Vikes track team. I’m getting back into...