Khushy Vashisht

2 months ago | theeyeopener.com | Khushy Vashisht

By Teresa ValentonThough simple in colour, the white walls of Katrina Tan’s Markham, Ont. home have witnessed stories that have decorated her life. The living room couch that was once filled with family members celebrating holidays, sharing conversations and sitting in the mundane, now lies empty. Photos in frames that captured better days sit atop shelves alongside medicine bottles, awards and old family documents.

2 months ago | theeyeopener.com | Khushy Vashisht

By Ava WhelpleyUncertainty surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in Canada is sparking discourse among the Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) community regarding its importance in the workplace. DEI is a framework which gained momentum during the 2020 demonstrations of the Black Lives Matter movement, with many organizations beginning to welcome it.

2 months ago | theeyeopener.com | Khushy Vashisht

By Ana Baltar QuirosDisclaimer: Unless specified, the interviews in this article were conducted in Spanish and translated to English. On April 4, the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures (LLC) hosted the fourth and final Spanish Conversation Table of the 2024-25 academic year in the Podium building. It provided an opportunity for students and faculty across campus to improve their Spanish and connect with Hispanic culture.