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Guest Blogger: Sarah Dolman, Gradlife Program Intern

Are you an incoming graduate student at U of T this fall? Feeling excited, nervous, overwhelmed, or some combination of the three?

I get you – I’ve been there! I was in the exact same boat when I began my grad program (M.Ed. in Higher Education) a year ago. I was thrilled to be starting my program, but the idea of navigating a new school, a new city, and a new community, while adjusting to a whole new level of academic work, was totally nerve-wracking.

One of the biggest things that helped me adjust to grad school was attending several of the many orientation programs offered to U of T grad students! So, to help you out this year, I’ve put together some of the key orientation events that I definitely recommend you check out.

FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

Grad Tours (Drop-In)

• When: August 27, 29, 31 / Starting at 12pm, 3pm, 5:30pm
• Where: School of Graduate Studies, 63 St George St.
• Join Gradlife for a campus tour highlighting all the key campus services and resources for graduate students! Drop-in, no registration necessary.

Tri-Campus TA Day

• When: August 29, 9am-5pm
• Where: Bahen Centre – 40 St. George St. Main Floor
• New and returning TAs: Attend the Tri-Campus TA Day to boost your teaching and student support skills!
• Registration: https://tatp.utoronto.ca/events/tri-campus-ta-day/

School of Graduate Studies (SGS) Orientation

• When: Tuesday, September 4, Three sessions: 10-12pm / 2-4pm / 5-7pm
• Where: Medical Science Building, 1 King’s College Circle in the JJR MacLeod Auditorium (RM 2158)
• Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/school-of-graduate-studies-orientation-2018-tickets-48278925566
• Learn about SGS services and resources as well as tips from current students and knowledgeable staff at one of three panel sessions.

UTGSU Orientation: Gradfest 2018

• When: Wednesday, September 5, 4-8pm
• Where: 16 Bancroft Ave
• Get to know your Grad Student Union! Meet other grad students, grab some FREE BBQ and swag bags, and learn about GSU services and resources.

Transitioning to Grad Life

• When: Monday, September 24, 9am-3pm
• Where: Multi-Faith Centre, Main Activity Hall
• Registration: uoft.me/gradtransition
• Incoming grad students will learn strategies for academic success and personal wellness, making connections, and navigating campus services. Lunch will be included!

Facebook LIVE: Ten Things U of T Grad Students Should Know

• When: Wednesday, September 26, 2-3pm
• Where: https://www.facebook.com/GradlifeUofT/
• Find out what current grad students wish they would have known when starting out and get your questions answered at this LIVE Facebook event!

2018 Queer Orientation

• OISE GSA Queer for a Minute: Wednesday Sept. 26, 3 – 5 pm
  • Nexus Lounge, 12th Floor at OISE
  • More info: http://sgdo.utoronto.ca/event/oise-gsa-queer-for-a-minute/
• Queer Women on Campus (graduate and undergraduate): Thurs. Sept. 27, 12 – 2 pm
  • Main Activity Hall, Multi-Faith Centre
  • More info: http://sgdo.utoronto.ca/event/queer-women-on-campus-2/
• Grad Students Queer Pub Night: Thurs. Sept. 27, 7 – 11 pm
  • Venue TBA – check website for updates!

CAMPUS-WIDE

Robarts Library Tours

• When: Weekdays from Sept 4-28, starting 1:10pm
• Where: Robarts, First Floor Information Desk
• More info: https://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/tours
• Learn how to navigate the vast array of information and resources found at Robarts Library.

Explore Hart House: Welcome BBQ

• When: Thursday, September 13^th, 12-2pm
• Where: Hart House
• More info: http://harthouse.ca/events/explore-hart-house-welcome-bbq/
• Explore the variety of programs that Hart House offers across recreation, wellness, creative expression and skills development. Meet new people and enjoy a free BBQ!

Orientation for Students with Family Responsibilities

• When: Saturday, September 15, 10am–2pm
• Where: OISE – 252 Bloor Street West, Room 5150
• Registration: http://familycare.utoronto.ca/events/workshops/#1483 
• Start building your support networks and learn how to be proactive, prepared and successfully navigate your degree while caring for others – child care and lunch provided!

First Nations House Orientation & Open House

• When: Friday, September 21; Orientation at 11am, Open House from 12-2pm
• Where: First Nations House, 563 Spadina Cres
• Registration: RSVP to fnh.info@utoronto.ca
• Facebook Event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2095051080759783/
• Learn about the supports offered to Indigenous students and the FNH programming for the year, meet new people, and find out how to get involved on campus.