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The Introvert's Guide

Not into crowds, noise, or talking to strangers? Learn to make the most of UBC—your way.

February 2, 2024

Why being uncomfortable isn't always bad

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (UBC alumna, B.A. ‘20, and 4th year Computer Science student) The best experiences happen outside of your comfort zone.
September 21, 2023

How to build your confidence as an introvert

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (UBC alumna, B.A. ‘20, and 4th year Computer Science student) The biggest part about becoming confident is allowing yourself to fail.
August 10, 2023

Making friends in class: The perks of just saying hi

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (UBC alumna, B.A. ‘20, and 4th year Computer Science student) Introducing yourself to people in class is useful for more reasons than one.
January 4, 2022

A conversation with an introvert and an extrovert

Meg Kuang (UBC alumna, B.Comm. '21) Let's debunk some personality myths.
July 30, 2021

Finding your voice in the classroom

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (UBC alumna, B.A. ‘20, and 4th year Computer Science student) Participating in class is a valuable skill that requires practice.
February 26, 2021

How to survive group projects as an introvert

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (UBC alumna, B.A. ‘20, and 3rd year Computer Science student) There are ways to make group projects more manageable, and less stressful.
October 30, 2019

FOMO: What Fear of Missing Out actually is

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (5th) We all get it—so what do we do about it?
August 26, 2019

An introvert's guide to Imagine UBC

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (5th) Imagine UBC isn’t the be-all-end-all of your UBC experience.
August 13, 2019

An introvert's guide to interviewing

Hannah Madden-Krasnick (5th) Interviewing doesn’t have to be the worst thing ever.

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