African Black Caribbean Student Engagement

African Black Caribbean Student Engagement programming and support provides connections to academic, career, wellness and many other services to foster a sense of belonging and community.

Within each area of programming, there is a focus on connection (to each other and the broader U of T community), as well as navigating barriers to access and inclusion.

This program is for African Black Caribbean students with intersectional identities, including: Racialized, international, English as a second language, religious or spiritual, 2SLGBTQIA+, mature, Transitional Year Programme students (current & former) and other lived identities.

Mentor Navigators

Chris (he/him)

Mentor Navigator
African Black Caribbean
Professional student, 3rd year

More about Chris

Additional Intersectional Identities:
Canadian

Program of Study:
Doctor of Pharmacy

Best Thing About This Program:
I can leverage my personal experiences as a Black university student to empower and guide others facing similar challenges, ensuring they navigate U of T with confidence and reach their fullest potential.

Interests:
Community outreach, cultural exploration, active lifestyle

Raphael (he/him)

Mentor Navigator
African Black Caribbean
Undergraduate, 1st year (Second Entry Program)

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Additional Intersectional Identities:
2SLGBTQIA+, living with invisible disabilities, registered with Accessibility Services, spiritual, independent student

Program of Study:
Bachelor of Information

Best Thing About This Program:
I can help people connect with the resources and community they need, as it took me years to become comfortable and familiar enough with the university to do so myself.

Interests:
Philosophy, working out, creative writing

Yasmin (she/her)

Mentor Navigator
African Black Caribbean, First Generation
Graduate, 1st year

More about Yasmin

Additional Intersectional Identities:
Canadian, Somalian, Muslim

Program of Study:
Master in Anthropology

Best Thing About This Program:
I can provide support for Black first generation students on campus.

Interests:
Reading, museums, new cafes

Events

Facilitated workshops and events focusing on connections to supports and African Black Caribbean clubs, staff, librarians and faculty.

View the event listing on Folio.

Engaging in Research: African Black Caribbean, Latin American, Southeast Asian & First Generation undergrad students
December 12, 4:30 – 6 p.m.
Online
African Black Caribbean, Latin American, Southeast Asian and First Generation students discuss undergraduate research opportunities with involved upper-year student Mentor Navigators and relatable professors and librarians from a variety of disciplines.
Register for Engaging in Research: African Black Caribbean, Latin American, Southeast Asian & First Generation undergrad students

You will receive a confirmation email regarding your registration. For questions and registration support, please email Adonica Huggins at adonica.huggins@utoronto.ca.

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