The College of Social and Applied Human Sciences proudly joins the nation in celebrating National Accessibility Week, observed from May 26th to June 1st. This dedicated week serves as a pivotal time to recognize the achievements and ongoing efforts to create a more accessible and inclusive Canada. The university reaffirms its commitment to fostering an environment where everyone, regardless of ability, can thrive.
Toby Zhou, a Class of 2021 alum with a major in Applied Human Nutrition and a minor in Marketing, launched her entrepreneurial journey in the summer of 2019. With support from the Wood Centre, she now dedicates herself full-time to making bubble tea more sustainable, accessible, and affordable!
Zahra's academic journey resonates with passion and resolve. Beginning her undergraduate degree at the University of Guelph, she now charts a course toward a Master's in Applied Social Psychology, driven by a singular goal: to illuminate the Autistic experience. Guided by the powerful ethos of "nothing about us, without us," her interests in qualitative methods, neurodevelopmental disabilities, critical disability scholarship, and mental "health" or mad studies converge to weave a rich tapestry of understanding.
A mentor's influence can be transformative, shaping lives in remarkable ways. Mentorship opens avenues, fosters connections, nurtures confidence, and guides career trajectories.
The mental well-being of our children and youth is essential. As we mark Child and Youth Mental Health Day in 2024, it is a time to pause, reflect, and unite in support of our youngest citizens. This year, let us celebrate progress, acknowledge challenges, and recommit to fostering environments where every child and youth can thrive emotionally.