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

Lifestyle & Culture

Cheap eats to fuel your summer in Edmonton

Mel shares her favourite off-campus places to eat on a budget

Lifestyle & Culture

Your student guide to Edmonton’s summer events

Think Edmonton is just about classes and winter survival? Think again. Prabhnoor breaks down what to expect from some of the city’s top festivals so you can find your fit.

Health & Wellness

Same outfits, same music, same routine: Let’s change something today

Harmony looks into why taking on something unexpected is the best move you can make.


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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 from across all campuses 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. We welcome stories in English and French!

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.