Between them, Western University and Fanshawe College house almost 9,000 students on their campuses, the equivalent of a small town. LFP’s Beatriz Baleeiro caught up with some newcomers, away from home for the first time, as they moved in over the weekend for the school year ahead.

Anish Sharma, 18, Mississauga

Starting his first year in Western University ’s business management program, Anish Sharma says he’s feeling a mix of nerves and excitement.

“I think it’s a bit of excitement, a bit of nervousness, but more so just looking forward to what’s to come the first year, the next four years, so it should be a blast,” Sharma said.

Moving away from home for the first time, Sharma said he will need some adjusting to new independence while missing the little comforts of home. He’s glad

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