Welcome back to the Gradlife Blog! We’ve made it to Thanksgiving weekend! I hope that the long weekend provided time for some rest, sleep and of course, yummy food. I find it fitting that this holiday acts as a bit of a midway point in the semester, and that it is a holiday which emphasises […]
October weather is here so naturally I write this from a nice cozy spot on my couch, enjoying the excuse to stay huddled up inside. It is a nice break from the constant rushing around I’ve been doing and reminds me of the importance of breaks and how easy it is to forget them. Do […]
Did you know that the total number of graduate students enrolled at U of T for the 2018-2019 school year on the St. George campus, was 18,219? Not only that, but as of Fall 2018, over 300 graduate programs are offered here. For some reason I was really struck by these numbers. I think it is because when […]
Welcome one and all to graduate studies at U of T! It is sure to be an exciting and busy start to the semester. Who’s ready to get started? Firstly, let me introduce myself. My name is Alexandra and I am your Gradlife Ambassador in Student Life. A few quick things about me and […]
By: Samara Moore, Gradlife Ambassador Are you an incoming graduate student who is eager for advice about how to succeed in your academic program after being out of school for a few years? Maybe you are an international student who will be living in Canada for the first time and would like support with your […]
By: Samara Moore, Gradlife Ambassador Are you a soon-to-be Masters or Doctoral student starting graduate school for the first time in the fall? How are you feeling about it? Are you excited, nervous, eager, afraid, or all of the above? This time last year I was in a similar position as you. I left […]
By: Samara Moore, Gradlife Ambassador Are you a new graduate student who will be beginning your studies at U of T in September? Are you eager to get more involved with student groups and navigate the resources on campus, but don’t know where to start? Perhaps you are excited about your new journey as a […]
By: Samara Moore, Gradlife Ambassador One of the things that I look forward to the most during the summer months in Toronto are the street festivals! On any given weekend Torontonians can count on there being a street event ! Just this past weekend, we kicked off the month strong with street festivals such as […]
By: Samara Moore, Gradlife Ambassador When was the last time that you read for leisure? When was it last that your reading was not attached to your research or coursework, but simply for your personal enjoyment? While the reading that I do for my master’s program can be stimulating, engaging, and genuinely enjoyable, I must […]
By: Samara Moore, Gradlife Ambassador If you are reading this then it is safe to assume that you have survived the regular school year. This is no small feat! We all know how grueling a graduate program can be. At this time of year I have found myself reflecting on my academics, strengths and weaknesses, […]
