30 Days 30 Ways (30): Go Forth Young Padawan… September 8, 2011
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Your turn, it is, to make the most out of the 2011-2012 school year.
Congratulations! It’s time to start fresh with the brand new school-year once again! (Sorry, Alice Cooper lied.) By now you know all the basics, like where to eat, how to find your way around campus and who to ask for help. But remember, U of T is all about the unique experience you create for yourself. And remember, fortune favours the bold, so be bold! You have to be an active participant in making your life awesome, so be vigilant in seeking opportunities to do (or discover) the things that you love.
Good luck!
30 Days 30 Ways (29): Get to Know Your Student Union September 5, 2011
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University of Toronto’s Student Union (UTSU)’s office is located smack-dab in the middle of the St. George campus. Check them out for information about your health and dental supplementary insurance, help filing your taxes, help getting your club off the ground or even discounted movie tickets!
30 Days 30 Ways (28): Don’t Be a Slacker! September 4, 2011
Posted by ekkellogg in 30 Days 30 Ways.Tags: Academic Success Centre, Gerstein, procrastination, Robarts
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Perfecting time-management skills is one of the biggest challenges of university. Because there is less class-time and more independent work in university classes, it can be easy to leave work until the last minute. But unless you want to spend the night holed-up in Robarts all-night study space trying to cram a semester’s readings into your head, it’s best to develop more disciplined work habits early! Try visiting the Academic Success Centre (now with drop-in hours at Robarts and Gerstein Library). They can help you develop organization skills, study skills, stress-management skills and all of those other skills you need to be at the top of your class.
30 Days 30 Ways (27): Get Your Textbooks September 3, 2011
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As most savvy university students know, it’s important to wait until after your first week of classes to purchase your textbooks. Because professors often update their reading-lists from year to year, buying your books too early can ultimately be a huge waste of money. The U of T Bookstore will have most of the books that you need (if your professors has stocked the books elsewhere, they’ll tell you in class!), and there’s often an opportunity to save some dough by either purchasing used, or renting your books for the semester.
30 Days 30 Ways (25): ASK someone September 1, 2011
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If you see someone wearing one of these snazzy fashion accessories on campus, it means that they’re part of the ASKme program. For the next few weeks, a bunch of U of T pros (a.k.a. staff, faculty and well-seasoned students) will be donning the accessories so that new (and returning) students know where to go for any University-related information they might need! Remember the old proverb: “There is no shame in not knowing; the shame lies in not finding out.” So if you have a question (even if you think it’s a silly question), just ASK someone!
30 Days 30 Ways (24): Get Employed August 31, 2011
Posted by ekkellogg in 30 Days 30 Ways.Tags: Career Centre, jobs, work study
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If you’re looking for a part-time position for fall and you qualify for the Work-Study Program, there are tons of opportunities to get employed on campus. These positions usually call for a part-time commitment throughout the academic school year, and are much more understanding of a student’s schedule. Although the positions will be posted on the Career Centre’s website tomorrow (check out their “Job Search” feature), if you already know a certain place that you’re interested in working, you can also visit their individual website for a listing of opportunities. And before you apply, consider visiting the Career Centre for advice on updating your resume, perfecting your cover letter and honing your interview skills.
30 Days 30 Ways (23): Experience Culture! August 30, 2011
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If you’re interested in film, music, writing, photography, dance, theatre or art, you’re in the right place at U of T! Check out Art Zone for a listing of exhibitions, readings, workshop and classes in all facets of the arts. With at least four art galleries on the St. George Campus, a number of music ensembles, creative writer’s groups and an active theatre community, explore opportunities to get involved with your inner-artiste!
30 Days 30 Ways (22): Get Fit! August 29, 2011
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Whether you’re an athlete or just someone needs an excuse to get out of the library and move, U of T offers a variety of ways to stay fit. Start by visiting either the Hart House Gym, or the Athletic Centre for their (free-for-students) gym facilities. If you’re looking for more creative ways to get fit, Hart House offers an array of athletic and wellness classes, and the Athletic Centre hosts daily drop-in fitness classes. Also look into U of T Intramurals to find out if there’s a team that interests you.
30 Days 30 Ways (21): Find Your Faith Community August 28, 2011
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University of Toronto works to accommodate the various faiths of its diverse student body. Check out U of T’s Multi-Faith Centre for programming that encourages inter-faith dialogue and spiritual learning for all students. The Centre also provides accommodation and space for prayer, worship, spiritual practices and educational events. There are a number of other multi-faith spaces available to students across the campus. Also check out the Campus Chaplain’s Association, a multi-faith organization devoted to helping students connect find their own spirituality through education and counseling from a holistic perspective.
30 Days 30 Ways (20): Read the paper! August 27, 2011
Posted by ekkellogg in 30 Days 30 Ways.Tags: campus media, The Newspaper, The Varsity, Vive Magazine
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U of T has more than ten campus newspapers, and all of them are devoted to covering the campus goings-on. So read them! If you’re looking to stay up-to-date on campus news and what’s going on at UTSU pick up a copy of University of Toronto’s official student newspaper, The Varsity. If you’re interested in picking out your perfect first day of school outfit, check out Vive Magazine. If you’re interested in an independent student paper’s approach to the issues of the day, check out The Newspaper. No matter which publication you read, student newspapers are the best way to get plugged in to the cool things that U of T students are doing.