U of T joins Canadian universities in measuring student engagement
Posted February 27, 2023 By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne Beginning March first, all first- and senior-year undergraduate students will be asked to participate in the National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE). This is the eighth time U of T has participated in NSSE – a survey used by all Ontario universities and Canadian peer universities to measure […]
February 27, 2023
Black Student Support Review changes Student Life for the better
Posted February 15, 2023 By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne Over the past year, Student Life has reviewed and enhanced the support provided to Black students. With the help of some grant funding, Student Engagement hired Amna Adnan, a former student, to conduct the Black Student Support Review. The final report recommended hiring a Black student engagement coordinator, […]
February 15, 2023
No TCard? No problem.
Posted December 2, 2022 By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne It’s a tale as old as time: A student shows up to write their exam and discovers in a panic that they’ve forgotten their TCard. But whether they’ve lost their card, forgotten it at home or just didn’t have time to get it replaced before test time, all […]
December 2, 2022
Important notice about health records
Posted November 29, 2022 To improve services for students, the three health centres of the University of Toronto (located at Scarborough, Mississauga, and St George campuses) have moved to a single electronic health record enabling seamless access to care for all students regardless of where they may seek services. A single record ensures that clinicians […]
November 29, 2022
Multi-Faith Centre gets a thoughtful refresh
Posted September 21, 2022 By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne Beauty is more than skin deep at the University of Toronto’s Multi-Faith Centre. Located within Koffler House, the facility has recently undergone renovations that allow students to experience a deeper connection to their practices and communities. The Multi-Faith Centre’s design has always reflected respect and inclusion, but the […]
September 21, 2022
Multi-Faith Centre launches Calendar of Significant Dates
Posted August 17, 2022 By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne The University of Toronto has a new calendar, thanks to the Multi-Faith Centre. The Calendar of Significant Dates is a valuable resource for staff, students and faculty. It’s a way to learn about and acknowledge significant religious, spiritual and cultural events that happen around the world – and […]
August 17, 2022
We’re moving!
Updated October 12, 2022 By Kirsty Clarke Beginning in September, 2022, there will be big changes coming to the Koffler Student Services Centre. A major renovation to improve and update the Health & Wellness Centre (following the recommendations of the Student Mental Health Task Force and the commitment of the President and Provost) will add […]
August 16, 2022
ASKme Anything, U of T!
Updated August 24, 2022 By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne The ASKme program is back, welcoming students to the St. George campus and answering their questions about U of T. With the number of students coming to campus for the first time being so much higher than usual, ASKme will have more impact than ever before. From August […]
August 15, 2022
Getting here, getting involved—and more stories from international students just like you!
Posted August 15, 2022 By Kirsty Clarke If you’re new to university life in Canada, check out “International Students: Stories and Strategies for Academic Success in Postsecondary Education,” a rich new e-book featuring tips and insights for international students. Accessibly written and brimming with warmth, humour and personal stories, this e-book is a resource for […]
Work Study is back for September 2022
Posted July 13, 2022 By Sarah Ryeland-Etienne The Work Study program is excited to be offering in-person and remote opportunities for the fall semester. Now students can earn while they learn right on campus, gaining valuable skills and making lasting career connections. Discover the many benefits to participating in the Work Study program. Exploring career […]
July 13, 2022