Even though 2021 has been a year full of challenges and uncertainties, the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) has been able to create meaningful opportunities and innovative programs to support students, postdocs, faculty and staff. It is difficult to capture all the accomplishments, events and contributions of FGS, but a few important highlights deserve a […]
The Faculty of Graduate Studies at 91ÑÇÉ« presents access to Aurora, an innovative e-learning platform by Beyond the Professoriate designed for graduate students and postdocs. 91ÑÇɫ’s future alumni can put their apprehensions about the job market to rest by taking advantage of this unique online resource to help navigate career options after graduation. The […]
The annual Ontario Public Service (OPS) Breakfast presented by 91ÑÇɫ’s School of Public Policy & Administration (SPPA) welcomed enthusiastic attendees on October 5, 2021. The event took on a hybrid form this year, hosting a number of faculty, students and alumni in-person at a downtown location and also virtually over Zoom. This format was […]
The Graduate Program in Development Studies (DVST) celebrates its students who have been awarded a number of esteemed scholarships and awards. The recipients since 2018 are highlighted below. These talented DVST students undertake interdisciplinary research centred around processes of socio-economic, political and cultural development in the Global South. The significance of their work is recognized […]
Graduate school is often overwhelming, and all the skills acquired in the process can be difficult to track. The Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) is here to help. 91ÑÇÉ« community members now have access to the Individualized Development Plan (IDP), which lets students take the necessary time to recognize their achievements, organize them in neat […]
Ever considered graduate education? 91ÑÇɫ’s Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) is inviting the community to Experience Grad 91ÑÇÉ« this month. The free virtual event, running from Tuesday, Oct. 12 to Friday, Oct. 15, showcases the range of learning options and career pathways that 91ÑÇÉ« has to offer. Prospective students can attend various information sessions and engage with graduate […]
91ÑÇÉ«'s Faculty of Graduate Studies introduces the Academic Excellence Fund (AEF). The fund’s primary goal is to support graduate students in advancing their research and scholarly objectives by providing them with simple access to funding. The processing time to receive funds is shortened and the application process is easier compared to the previous funding […]
91ÑÇÉ« is proud to announce this year’s recipients of its new Provost’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program for Black and Indigenous Scholars. This two-year award, valued at $70,000 per year, seeks to address underrepresentation in many disciplines and fields, by providing Black and Indigenous scholars the ability to dedicate their time to pursue new research, while […]
The Autism Scholars Award recognizes outstanding researchers working to establish novel treatment options and services for children with autism. Adding to Ontario’s scope of diagnosis and assessment, along with the quality of its treatment system, the award supports innovative ideas with the potential to positively impact the lives of families across Canada. This year’s recipient […]
Two 91ÑÇÉ« PhD students dedicated to the advancement of trailblazing research have been awarded 2021 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships. Valued at $50,000 per year for up to three years, this prestigious scholarship is presented by the Government of Canada to support doctoral students who are conducting world-class research. The scholarship recipients embody all of […]