Registration optional Drop-in every Monday at noon in the Grad Room for mindfulness meditation with Liam O'Leary. Would you like to be more calm, confident and connected? Learn to practice mindfulness techniques that will increase your relaxation and resiliency. Mindfulness meditation is about being aware in the present moment. We spend a lot of time […]
Safe Space for Race, presented by the UTGSU's Race and Ethnicity Caucus, aims to build community on campus that empowers and supports self-identified racialized students and allies. January 28 – Race and LandFebruary 25 – Race and ClassMarch 31 – Race and DisabilityApril 28 – Race and Mental HealthMay 26 – Race and Sexuality Please […]
Workshop taught by Kimberly Rodda Class participation often counts significantly toward graduate course grades, besides being the training ground for participation at conferences and in research groups. This workshop focuses on why participation is a central part of Canadian graduate education, what active participation involves, and how to participate confidently in the classroom.
Workshop taught by Dr. Jane Freeman Like research papers and theses, thesis and grant proposals require graduate students to situate their work within the context of other research in their field(s). A well constructed literature review will help you to clarify key points for your reader such as why your work needs to be done, […]
Join other grad students for some board games and tea at this local Toronto board games venue. Please let us know if you have any food restrictions: jennifer.pinker@utoronto.ca *Vegan refreshments will be available. Registration required.
Wen-Do, a self defence program designed for women, by women has three major goals: AWARENESS, AVOIDANCE, and ACTION. This highly recommended session is led by wendo instructor Deb Parent. Please bring a yoga mat (we have some available) and be prepared to sweat. Free pizza.
GPS credit: 1 In this workshop you will learn about interviews outside of academia and how to position your graduate and other experiences effectively to potential employers in an authentic way.
Workshop taught by Dr. Sara Osenton All graduate students have the challenge of dealing with large volumes of reading material. In this workshop, we will examine strategies for identifying your research and reading goals to help you effectively and efficiently make the most of your readings. We will discuss how to scan and skim text […]
GPS Credit: 0.5Knowledge syntheses that rely solely on published academic literature are at high risk of publication bias. Searching the grey literature is essential for mitigating this risk, but ‘grey literature’ is a nebulous concept, tricky to incorporate into syntheses and difficult to find. Building on the skills we practiced in Parts 1 and 2, […]
Join other grad students for a fun Friday evening of making journals and pizza! Offered in partnership with Hart House's Get Crafty Program. We will be running this session monthly at the same time all winter. Registration Required.
GPS credit: 1 Faculty members, graduate students, and staff are invited to attend. Workshops include a presentation with opportunities for questions and discussion. Learning objectives include broadening and deepening understanding of: History and principles behind research ethics reviewProcedures under Tri-council policy statement: Ethical conduct for research involving humansUT’s risk matrix for assessing participant vulnerability and research riskFree & […]
GPS Credit: 0.66In this small group session of graduate students and postdoctoral fellows we will discuss the challenges of making and maintaining professional relationships that will lead to meaningful work in the future
Registration optional Drop-in every Monday at noon in the Grad Room for mindfulness meditation with Liam O'Leary. Would you like to be more calm, confident and connected? Learn to practice mindfulness techniques that will increase your relaxation and resiliency. Mindfulness meditation is about being aware in the present moment. We spend a lot of time […]
Be the first to sign up for the Three Minute Thesis competition.
Take a break and connect with other grad students at our bi-weekly chat forum. Share your experiences in an informal setting, talk about your challenges and life as a graduate student. An expert staff facilitator will be available to answer questions related to each week's theme. This is a free event! Tea and cookies will […]
GPS Credit: 1 Faculty members, graduate students, and staff are invited to attend. Workshops will include a presentation with opportunities for questions and discussion. Learning objectives include the following: · Understand history and principles behind research ethics review · Describe procedures under Tri-council policy statement: Ethical conduct for research involving humans · Explain UT’s risk […]
Workshop taught by Dr. Jane Freeman Grant proposals require you to communicate a lot of information, in a limited space, to multiple audiences, without ambiguity. Such communication demands clear writing and an active awareness of the needs of both specialist and generalist readers. In this workshop we will examine some of the most common stylistic […]
GPS Credit: 1 Faculty members, graduate students, and staff are invited to attend. Workshops include a presentation with opportunities for questions and discussion. Learning objectives include broadening and deepening understanding of: History and principles behind research ethics review Procedures under Tri-council policy statement: Ethical conduct for research involving humans UT’s risk matrix for assessing participant […]
GPS Credit: 1 Faculty members, graduate students, and staff are invited to attend. Workshops will include a presentation with opportunities for questions and discussion. Learning objectives include the following: · Understand history and principles behind research ethics review · Describe procedures under Tri-council policy statement: Ethical conduct for research involving humans · Explain UT’s risk […]
Workshop taught by Dr. Jane Freeman Graduate students need the ability to learn through their ears. Whether listening to course lectures, seminar participants, conference panels, or keynote addresses, students benefit from being able to absorb and remember what they hear. This workshop will share findings from recent research on helpful and unhelpful listening habits, and […]
GPS Credit: 2.66 In this one-day course, theory is introduced in short bursts and participants spend the majority of time practicing their presentation skills while receiving onsite feedback. The focus on extensive practice and feedback is what makes the program meaningful, and is what makes the learning stick.
Explore search strategies and find the literature you need in this hands-on workshop. Bring your own research topic (at any stage) or practice on our sample topics.
Registration optional Drop-in every Monday at noon in the Grad Room for mindfulness meditation with Liam O'Leary. Would you like to be more calm, confident and connected? Learn to practice mindfulness techniques that will increase your relaxation and resiliency. Mindfulness meditation is about being aware in the present moment. We spend a lot of time […]
Join other grad students for an interactive cooking class at Loblaws Cooking School that will include a 3 course vegetarian menu. Any food restrictions can be sent to: jennifer.pinker@utoronto.ca Registration required.
Workshop taught by Jordana Lobo-Pires The accurate use of punctuation can make the difference between a confusing sentence and an elegant, clear one. This workshop will review the trickiest punctuation marks used in academic writing: commas, hyphens, dashes, colons, ellipses, and semi-colons. We will go over common punctuation errors and ways to correct them, as […]
Congratulations, you have reached candidacy! This is an important moment in your graduate school journey and for some candidates there are new challenges that arise. Join us for an informal luncheon and hear about best practices for a speedy time to completion.
Feb 13, 2020 Restricted To: Graduate Students Grad school can be full of challenging discussions and missed opportunities. Have you ever walked away from a conversation wondering, "What just happened?" Ever felt stressed planning an important meeting with your supervisor or a faculty member? Nervous about requesting more help or resources from your colleagues […]
Workshop taught by Dr. Jane Freeman and Jeff Newman This workshop will be jointly led by Dr. Freeman, Director of GCAC, and Jeff Newman, College Librarian, New College. In the workshop we will consider strategies for note-taking during lectures and in response to written texts, the varying benefits of different formats for note taking (by […]
Registration optional Drop-in every Monday at noon in the Grad Room for mindfulness meditation with Liam O'Leary. Would you like to be more calm, confident and connected? Learn to practice mindfulness techniques that will increase your relaxation and resiliency. Mindfulness meditation is about being aware in the present moment. We spend a lot of time […]
Dates: February 18 – 20, 2020 GPS Credit: 4During ARW week, hundreds of U of T students immerse themselves in three days of volunteering on various projects with local community organizations. Students make meaningful contributions, build relationships and learn more about the City of Toronto. Alternative Reading Week (ARW) takes place during the Fall & Winter […]
GPS Credit: 2.66 Skills of Communication is a full-day course featuring the tools and tips of better verbal communication. It will test your assumptions and mental models and for many it may be the first time you learn about the Ladder of Inference, the Johari Window and more. The goal is to make you more aware […]
Workshop taught by Dr. Sara Osenton All graduate students have the challenge of dealing with large volumes of reading material. In this workshop for multilingual graduate students, we will examine strategies for identifying your research and reading goals to help you effectively and efficiently make the most of your readings. We will discuss how to […]
Take a break and connect with other grad students at our bi-weekly chat forum. Share your experiences in an informal setting, talk about your challenges and life as a graduate student. An expert staff facilitator will be available to answer questions related to each week's theme. This is a free event! Tea and cookies will […]
Need a study break? Like to socialize with friends, meet new people, and have fun? If you answered yes to all of those questions, come join us for a Trivia Night at the GSU. Don’t worry, no grad student-type questions here! Come as a team already, or bring yourself and we’ll make you a team […]
GPS Credit: 2.66You’ve all heard the saying “you are only as good as your network,” but have you ever wondered how to get one?This full day course is designed to provide insight and interaction along with the know how to build and stabilize business relationships through effective networking.We will cover who-what-where-when and why to network […]
Registration optional Drop-in every Monday at noon in the Grad Room for mindfulness meditation with Liam O'Leary. Would you like to be more calm, confident and connected? Learn to practice mindfulness techniques that will increase your relaxation and resiliency. Mindfulness meditation is about being aware in the present moment. We spend a lot of time […]
Workshop taught by Dr. Peter Grav For graduate students engaged in a variety of writing tasks including research articles, course papers or the thesis chapter entitled ‘Literature Review,’ the ability to review the literature of your field effectively is an essential skill. The lit review plays many roles ranging from establishing a need for new […]
Feb 25-26 9-5pmLearning teams of approximately five people each will be formed at the beginning of this session and will work together throughout the session. This will enable the participants to enhance their learning from each other, to experience the development of a strong team, and to develop a model of the culture that they […]
Safe Space for Race, presented by the UTGSU's Race and Ethnicity Caucus, aims to build community on campus that empowers and supports self-identified racialized students and allies. January 28 – Race and LandFebruary 25 – Race and ClassMarch 31 – Race and DisabilityApril 28 – Race and Mental HealthMay 26 – Race and Sexuality Please […]
Graduate school, as the saying goes, is more of a marathon than a sprint—but what does this mean in practice? In this workshop, we’ll explore the challenge of staying motivated when the finish line is nowhere in sight. This session will involve reflection, discussion, and creative exercises. Facilitated by Jasjit Sangha, Academic Success Centre. Active […]
Dates: Wed. 10:00 – 12:00 Feb. 26 – Apr. 1GPS Credit: 4Does the thought of standing in front of an audience to present your work make you nervous? Would you like to present your ideas more clearly and more confidently? If the answer to these questions is yes, then this course is for you. In […]
Dates: Fri. 10:00 – 12:00Feb. 28 – Apr. 3GPS Credit: 4Does the thought of standing in front of an audience to present your work make you nervous? Would you like to present your ideas more clearly and more confidently? If the answer to these questions is yes, then this course is for you. In this […]
Dates: Fri. 1:00 – 3:00 Feb. 28 – Apr. 3GPS Credit: 4This course is designed for professional Master’s students who want to be more effective speakers in their professional contexts. During the course we will consider the following topics: strategies for managing nerves, for handling difficult questions, and for designing effective slides, designing presentations for […]
Join other grad students for a fun Friday evening of making watercolour stiched cards and pizza included. Offered in partnership with Hart House's Get Crafty Program. Registration Required.
