Navigating University - Experiencing Success on UTM campus
This drop-in program is here to support First-Gen students every step of the way—providing resources, community, and guidance to help them thrive, both on campus and beyond. This First Gen drop-in program on UTM campus is all-inclusive. We welcome racialized, international, 2SLGBTQIA+ and students with other lived identities.
Congratulations on being the first in your family to attend university! You bring unique strengths and perspectives to our campus, and we are dedicated to supporting your success every step of the way. Drop-in to our FirstGen program designed with you in mind to support you through your academic post-secondary journey. This program provides resources under four areas: Career counselling, employment, on-campus opportunities, and career wellness. Join us and help build your journey to success.
Areas
Career Counselling
Understand how internal and external factors impact career choices, such as labour market, values, and skills
Career
Wellness
Consider factors such as financial wellness and social wellness when exploring career options.
Career Counselling
Learn how to expand your experiences at UTM through Clubs, volunteering opportunities, on campus jobs, research opportunities, and more.
Employment
Prepare for different events and networking opportunities such as the Get Hired Fair and Sweats2Suits. Get insights on your resume, cover letter, LinkedIn, and portfolio.
Location: Activity Room, Student Services Hub
Dates and times:
- Wednesday, January 14th, 1pm—3pm
- Thursday, January 22nd, 11:30am—1:30pm
- Wednesday, January 28th, 1pm—3pm
- Tuesday, February 3rd, 10am—12pm
- Thursday, February 12th, 11:30am—1:30pm
- Wednesday, February 25th, 2pm—4pm
- Friday, March 6th, 11am-1 pm
- Friday, March 13th, 11 am-1pm
Have Questions?
Feel free to contact our team at careers.utm@utoronto.ca or give us a call at 905-828-5451.