utmONE First Year Academic Transition Program
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utmONE... Your Gateway to Academic Success!
Welcome to the University of Toronto Mississauga! We recognize that the transition to university is not always an easy one. You will find yourself soon having to juggle many new responsibilities including attending classes, completing course assignments, work obligations, family responsibilities, social engagements, and so on. utmONE is a program designed to aid you with your academic transition to university throughout your first-year. Through the support and guidance of your peer mentor you will be part of a learning community comprised of approximately twenty-five other first-year students. Together you will develop the following critical skills necessary for success at university:
- Enhanced Academic Skills
- Knowledge of campus resources
- Creation of an Ongoing Support Network
- Academic and Career Planning
Why not lay a solid foundation for a successful academic and professional career from day ONE! Be part of the utmONE experience!
Below are the three components of utmONE described in more detail:
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Mentor-Led Sessions: Core Programming |
Academic Discipline Component |
Co-Curricular Component |
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What does this involve? During the fall term, along with approximately 25 peers, you will embark on 8 weekly session taught by a peer mentor (a senior student in your discipline) who will lead engaging and informative sessions designed to build academic skills as well as a community of learners. Topics Covered
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What does this involve? Based on your academic interests, you will choose options from the following areas: personal academic development opportunities, exposure to research, meaningful interactions with faculty members within your department, and career development. Topics Covered
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What does this involve? Through sessions offered in leadership development, community service learning, and health and wellness, this component will offer an enhanced academic experience with opportunities for personal growth, reflection, and community engagement. Topics Covered
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How will I benefit from participating in utmONE?
Evidence shows that students who participate in transitional programs, such as utmONE, achieve higher Cumulative Grade Point Averages (CGPAs), learn more during their time at university, and have enriched relationships with faculty and other students.
To recognize this achievement, successful completion of utmONE is noted on your university academic transcript.
When do I register for utmONE?
All interested new first-year students will be able to register beginning July 2012.
What is the required time commitment?
You will meet with your learning community weekly for an hour and a half during the fall term. During the winter term, you will be expected to attend approximately 9 workshops/or events (one to two hours per week). This is such a small commitment for such a great return – academic success throughout your time at UTM!
For more information feel free to contact us at: utmONE Program Office, Room 3201C, Davis Building. Tel: (905) 569 4626. utmONE@utoronto.ca
"When students are fully engaged in academics in and beyond the classroom, the community supports their learning and benefits from their joining wholeheartedly."
- Amy Mullin, Vice-Principal Academic and Dean
