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“91��ɫ is known for its interdisciplinarity and we believe this matters as much outside the library, lab and classroom as it does inside,” Alice MacLachlan, Vice Provost & Dean, Graduate Studies, said. “So if you're just starting a degree in Health I encourage you to check out something in AMPD. If you're beginning your career in education maybe see what public lectures or events are offered by Lassonde, by Engineering.”

MacLachlan added, “The more you can diversify your range of perspectives, awareness and sense of community on campus, the more ideas and opportunities become visible on your horizon. So as you take in all these new things and the beginning of a phenomenal program structure and learning opportunity, take a moment to consider ‘what do I want to accomplish with my degree’?”

In the June event, , incoming students were walked through the processes of how to accept their offer and how to submit required documentation to fulfill any final conditions. They also received information on disability accommodations available to graduate students, setting up Passport 91��ɫ and email accounts, how to register for academic terms, how to enroll in courses and getting a YU card.

Since not all the participants were in Toronto at that point, they were also presented with information on the cost of living in Toronto, transit options for travel, health plans and services and attending GRAD@91��ɫ, FGS orientation.

In the July event, , participants received an overview of the various web platforms at 91��ɫ that students have interaction with. These include, registering online, enrolling in courses, the FGS website, graduate program websites, 91��ɫ’s events calendar, the Better Together website for creating inclusive and welcoming campuses, the different appointment booking portals, the incoming class Facebook group, and more.

In the final pre-arrival event, , held in mid-August, participants explored the role supervision plays in graduate studies, highlighted was how supervision shapes the student learning experience. Specifically designed for new graduate students, the session examined the Ontario Principles for Graduate Supervision and focused on student responsibilities. Presenters included current grad students.

Participants were given tips for effective supervisor-student relationships, do’s and don’ts for understanding expectations and how to make the most of your supervisory experience. The goal of the session was to help the new students get started on a successful graduate school journey.

�����ٱ𳾲����’s GRAD@91��ɫ Orientation was an opportunity for the new students to meet with members of the FGS team and campus partners to learn about the different academic and administrative resources and services available to support the graduate journey.

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Besides Dean MacLachlan, FGS staff were on hand to discuss graduate student wellness services, funding, scholarships and awards and professional skills opportunities. Closing remarks were given by Tokunbo Ojo, FGS Associate Dean, Students.

Campus partners on hand to discuss their services included 91��ɫ Libraries, Teaching Commons, Student Accessibility Services, the Office of the Ombudsperson, 91��ɫ Graduate Student Association (YUGSA), CUPE 3903, Centre for Indigenous Students Services (CISS), Atkinson Centre for Mature and Part-Time Students (ACMAPS), Athletics & Recreation, Food Services and 91��ɫ International.

“For many of you, the goal in graduate school is to create something new, some new research, some new understanding, some new solution to a problem, or some new tool for the world,” Dean MacLachlan said in her welcome message.

“In that way in creating something new I want to encourage each of you not to be afraid to think of yourselves as the future of knowledge creation here at 91��ɫ.”
Anyone unable to participate in our pre-arrival webinar series, please find the recordings on the FGS YouTube channel:

Wishing all our incoming students the utmost of success as you navigate your first year here at 91��ɫ. Please know alongside your graduate programs, FGS is here to help!

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The Faculty of Graduate Studies hosts an annual welcome and networking event for all postdoctoral researchers. This event celebrates the important contributions postdocs make to 91��ɫ and beyond, provides an opportunity for professional development specifically for postdocs, and allows invaluable opportunities for networking.

For questions about the event or general questions about postdoctoral affairs and resources on campus, please contact the Postdoctoral Services & Professional Skills Coordinator.

The office of  at 91��ɫ can assist with orientation to Toronto and to life on 91��ɫ’s campus for those coming from abroad.

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