Events

Grad Escape: Coffee & crafts series

Oct 22, 2:30pm - Oct 22, 3:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Hey #UofT graduate students! Enjoy a fun low-key environment to sip some coffee (or tea) and hang out, do some crafts, and above all, get to know your fellow grad students. The coffee hour will be facilitated by our Gradlife Ambassador, Katie, and the crafts will involve easy everyday items, like paper and pens. We hope Coffee and Crafts hour will become a community space that people keep coming back to each week. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*October 1 (Painting)
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/gradlife.htm?eventId=37000

*October 8 (Doodling)
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/gradlife.htm?eventId=34268

*October 15 (Paper Folding)
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/gradlife.htm?eventId=34269

*October 22 (Collage)
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/gradlife.htm?eventId=34270

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Virtual Learning Abroad Fair

Oct 25, 11:00am - Oct 29, 11:00am

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Learn about partner universities, Learning Abroad programs, student experiences, applications and more. For the full schedule, registration and more information, please visit learningabroad.utoronto.ca/events/learning-abroad-fair/

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Alumni career chats: The new wave

Oct 25, 2:00pm - Oct 25, 3:30pm+2Oct 26, 2:00pm - Oct 26, 3:30pmOct 27, 2:00pm - Oct 27, 3:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Hear the real stories behind the successes and failures of #UofT alumni as they navigate their careers.

Alumni Career Chats are informal, small-group online sessions where students and recent grads can ask U of T alumni questions and hear unique, personal stories from working professionals. Each session features one alumni guest who will share their career story.

For details and registration, please visit CLNx, as follows:

*Digital Marketing & Community Management with Kimberly Lyn on Monday, Oct. 25 from 2-3:30pmET:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=37432

*Mental Health and Wellbeing with Megan Fafuse on Tuesday, Oct. 26 from 2-3:30pmET:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=37443

*Sustainability and the Green Economy with Faizan Ahmed on Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 2-3:30pmET:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=37444

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Résumé & cover letter workshops

Oct 25, 3:00pm - Oct 25, 4:00pm+1Nov 17, 1:30pm - Nov 17, 2:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Want to create a résumé and cover letter that gets results? Not sure what to include, how to stand out and how to adapt your résumé to different roles? In this session you will learn strategies to create more effective and captivating résumés and cover letters. You will be able to identify the steps to showcasing key skills, experiences, and accomplishments that can help you stand out. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*Monday, Oct. 25, 3-4pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34784

*Wednesday, Nov. 17, 1-2:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34820

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Holding space through music for Indigenous People: Spirit Singers

Oct 25, 7:10pm - Oct 25, 8:10pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Spirit Singers is a non-auditioned choral ensemble of U of T students who celebrate diversity and foster interfaith intercultural understanding through song. All are welcome.

This week's session will be lead by KYM GOUCHIE. The group will be honouring the murdered and missing Indigenous women, girls, 2S+, boys, and men.

With ancestral roots in the Lheidli T’enneh, Cree and Secwépemc Nations, KYM GOUCHIE is fostering change through her music and art. Her music brings awareness to First Nations and women’s issues, promoting reconciliation and authentic community engagement. Her stories are a testament to the human spirit, weaving together threads of her own journey from personal tragedy to triumph. Kym’s traditional hand drum, clean, crisp acoustic guitar and full-bodied voice make her a powerful force. Indigenous-folk, and country tones alongside poignant and inspirational lyrics capture the hearts of young and old — her genuine and heartfelt performances have a profound and sometimes emotional impact on their audience. Throughout the pandemic, Kym has found beauty in the ability to connect with people around the world with the click of a button. She sees herself as a bridge, connecting hearts and minds… reminding us that we’re all in this together.

Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=36583

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Working in Canada Q&A

Oct 26, 9:30am - Oct 26, 10:30am

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Are you an international University of Toronto student who'd like to work in Canada? Learn about your rights and requirements through instructional videos and a live Q&A session. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*Friday, Oct. 1, 9:30-10:30amET
uoft.me/74M

*Monday, Oct. 4, 9:30-10:30amET
uoft.me/74K

*Tuesday, Oct. 12, 9:30-10:30amET
uoft.me/74L

*Monday, Oct. 18, 2:30-3:30pmET
uoft.me/74O

*Tuesday, Oct. 26, 9:30-10:30amET
uoft.me/74P

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Learning how to learn

Oct 26, 10:00am - Oct 26, 11:00am

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Discover practical strategies to improve your learning skills and academic performance in the *Learning How to Learn* workshop series hosted by Academic Success. For details and registration, please visit studentlife.utoronto.ca/program/learning-how-to-learn/

Here are the topics each workshop will cover, and the CLNx registration link:

*Tuesday, October 5 at 10 a.m. – The Science and Practice of Learning
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=36049

*Tuesday, October 12 at 10 a.m. – Organizing Yourself for Effective Learning
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=36050

*Tuesday, October 19 at 10 a.m. – Encountering Failure and Difficulty
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=36051

*Tuesday, October 26 at 10 a.m. – Building Your Academic Resourcefulness
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=36052

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Finding purpose: Career statements

Oct 26, 11:30am - Oct 26, 1:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Identity + Action + Change = Purpose.

In this interactive, arts-based session, you will collaborate with others to write a personal career statement that you can use to help develop a strategy to find and create meaningful career opportunities. No artistic experience or art materials necessary. For details and registration, please visit clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34785

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The courage to connect: Creative writing workshops

Oct 26, 1:30pm - Oct 26, 3:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

How do you encounter what's hard or just unfamiliar? Withdrawal? Fear? Curiosity? In these two workshops led by #UofT Poet in Community, Ronna Bloom, we'll practise using creative writing to address your interests, passions and needs. We'll read poems, talk, and do some real-time exploration meant to encourage writing, and living, in the spirit of connection. For details and registration, please visit studentlife.utoronto.ca/program/creative-writing-program/

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Amazing relationships: Pleasure, arousal & consent

Oct 27, 12:00pm - Oct 27, 1:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Keep the conversation going throughout the fall semester by joining this impactful session with Karen B.K. Chan on how to improve your personal relationships and make consent a daily practice. The topic for this month's session: Pleasure, Arousal & Consent. To register, please visit www.svpscentre.utoronto.ca/learn/programming/

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Admission letters & personal statements with Writing Plus

Oct 27, 3:00pm - Oct 27, 4:30pm+1Nov 10, 3:30pm - Nov 10, 5:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Most graduate programs require that you create a personal statement or letter of intent to communicate your intentions and interests for applying to the program. This session will introduce key components to incorporate into a successful personal statement. Through reviewing samples we'll discuss and identify a writing and editing strategy to help you effectively create your own statement.
This session will be co-facilitated by staff from Career Exploration & Education and a Writing Centre; it can be used as credit towards the completion of Writing Plus.

Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*Monday, Oct. 4, 2-3:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34751

*Wednesday, Oct. 27, 3-4:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34786

*Wednesday, Nov. 10, 3:30-5pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34808

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Grad Escape: Games Night

Oct 28, 7:00pm - Oct 28, 8:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Hey, #UofT Grad students! Virtual Games Night is the perfect event for those who love to play games and want to get to know other grads. No experience is necessary, and all you need to bring is yourself. This week, our Gradlife Ambassador Katie has planned Codenames, Gartic Phone, and Skribbl! Get ready to play (and laugh)! Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/gradlife.htm?eventId=34272


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Work & play! Academic workshops for grad students

Oct 29, 2:00pm - Oct 29, 4:00pm+1Nov 4, 2:00pm - Nov 4, 4:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

#UofT graduate students, join us for Work & Play! — work for one hour and play for one hour. Learn key writing skills followed by a facilitated fun session with experienced grad program facilitators from Academic Success — hint: no comedy or kitchen experience required! For details and registration, please visit CLNx, as follows:

*Friday, Oct 29, 2-4pmET: TIME MANAGEMENT, COMEDY & SMOOTHIE MAKING!
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=37341

*Thursday, Nov 4, 2-4pmET: PROCRASTINATION, COMEDY AND ENERGY BALLS!
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=37343

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Welcome First Generation UTSG students

Oct 29, 4:00pm - Oct 29, 6:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Welcome new and returning First Generation undergraduate students (domestic and international) to a supportive First Generation community at the University of Toronto St. George Campus! In this welcome event, First Generation undergraduate students will choose from a variety of strategies for getting involved to support becoming a successful student. Meet your peers, current professional and graduate students, U of T alumni, and professors from different departments, and hear about all the services, supports and resources available to you. Bring your questions, network, and participate in activities for prizes! For details and registration, please visit clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=31752

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CVs & resumes for further education program applications

Nov 1, 11:00am - Nov 1, 12:00pm+1Nov 18, 3:00pm - Nov 18, 4:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Do you need a CV or resume for further education program applications? Attend this session to find out! Plus, get tips and learn strategies for creating an effective document for your application. For details and registration, please visit CLNx, as follows:

*Wednesday, Sept. 8, 1-2pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34710

*Friday, Oct. 1, 11:30am-12:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34750

*Tuesday, Oct. 19, 12:30-1:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34781

*Monday, Nov. 1, 11am-12pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34799

*Thursday, Nov. 18, 3-4pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34824

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Job search strategies

Nov 2, 10:30am - Nov 2, 11:30am

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

The search for work is a dynamic, often complex process with multiple different components. In this session you'll learn about approaches and resources to help you target your search, and stay motivated. These strategies will support you in improving your personalized job search action plan. For details and registration, please visit CLNx, as follows:

*Tuesday, Sept. 7, 3:30-4:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34708

*Wednesday, Sept. 29, 3:30-4:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34725

*Tuesday, Nov. 2, 10:30-11:30amET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34801

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How to protect your body while learning at home

Nov 3, 12:00pm - Nov 3, 1:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Sitting for hours studying? Hunched over your laptop? Feeling neck and back pain? Being a student can be hard on your body. In this online workshop, you'll learn ergonomic tips and strategies, like how to best set up your desk environment and how to incorporate movement in your day-to-day life to prevent pain and injury. Please register at clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=37127

This workshop is cohosted by Accessibility Services and Health & Wellness and is suitable for all #UofT students.

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Negotiating job offers

Nov 3, 2:00pm - Nov 3, 3:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

DYK that often there are several items in a job offer that you can negotiate with a prospective employer? In this session, you'll discuss factors to consider when negotiating job offers, and learn about different approaches and strategies to negotiate effectively. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2-3pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34724

*Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2-3pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34802

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Judaism and gender justice workshop

Nov 4, 6:00pm - Nov 4, 7:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Explore gender justice from a Judaic perspective. In this session, Rabbi Ariella Rosen will discuss her understanding of her role as a female Rabbi and how topics of gender justice intersect with her faith. For details and registration, please visit uoft.me/JudaismGenderJustice

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Interview strategies

Nov 8, 2:00pm - Nov 8, 3:00pm+1Nov 24, 1:30pm - Nov 24, 2:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Interviews can be intimidating, but the key to success is being ready! This session will help you better prepare for in-person or virtual interviews. You'll learn how to identify and prepare for potential questions, as well as strategies for creating captivating stories that will showcase your accomplishments to potential employers. The session will also include a discussion about navigating discrimination and asking for accommodations. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*Tuesday, Oct. 12, 10am-11amET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34757

*Monday, Nov. 8, 1:30-2:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34805

*Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2-3pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34818

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Optimize your LinkedIn

Nov 9, 2:30pm - Nov 9, 3:30pm+1Nov 29, 11:30am - Nov 29, 12:30pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

LinkedIn is considered to be one of the top social networking sites for job seekers. Whether you're new to LinkedIn or looking to update your profile, this session will help you optimize your LinkedIn profile and use various features to support your job search, career exploration and networking goals. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*Friday, Oct. 15, 11am-12pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34779

*Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2:30-3:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34807

*Monday, Nov. 29, 11:30am-12:30pmET
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34806

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Networking strategies

Nov 15, 3:30pm - Nov 15, 4:30pm

How do you network in our current virtual world? Networking is an opportunity for you to gather information related to your career questions and establish connections with people who share your professional interests. Attend this workshop to learn about how to connect with professionals in an online environment. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

*Monday, Sept. 27, 10:30-11:30am:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34723

*Thursday, Oct. 21, 2:30-3:30pm:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34783

*Monday, Nov. 15, 3:30-4:30pm:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34811

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Know your skills

Nov 16, 2:00pm - Nov 16, 3:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

You are continuously developing essential and transferable skills through your academic and co-curricular experiences. This session will help you learn how to identify and articulate these skills, and feel more confident in communicating your experiences to professionals and employers. Please register on CLNx, as follows:

Thursday, Sept. 23:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34721

Monday, Oct. 18:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34780

Tuesday, Nov. 16:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34817

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CV and personal statement event

Nov 23, 10:00am - Nov 23, 2:00pm

University of Toronto Student Life Programs & Services214 College StreetToronto, ON Map

Tailor your applications in real time as you meet with career educators and writing instructors. For details and registration, please visit CLNx, as follows:

*Thursday, Oct. 14, 2-4pm:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34760

*Tuesday, Nov. 23, 10am-2pm:
clnx.utoronto.ca/home/slevents.htm?eventId=34831

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