ROP Information Sessions for Faculty
The Experiential Education Unit, Office of the Vice-Principal Academic and Dean, is pleased to offer Information Sessions on the Research Opportunity Program (ROP) for faculty members who wish to offer projects for the 2026-2027 season.
We encourage faculty and staff to join us, virtually, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, or Wednesday, January 28, 2026, to learn more about the ROP and the resources available to support the Program.
Topics during the Information Session will include:
- How to create an ROP course
- How to submit funding proposals (including items for eligibility)
- Course requirements (i.e., including prerequisites, contract information, ROP grade submission, etc.)
- Ethics & Safety
- Navigating the ROPAPP online system
Event Details
ROP Information Sessions for Faculty
Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Virtual (virtual meeting details to be provided to registrants prior to the Session)
Registration Deadline: Monday, January 5, 2026
OR
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Virtual (virtual meeting details to be provided to registrants prior to the Session)
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 12:00pm (noon)
The presentation portion of the Information Session will be recorded and made available for viewing on this webpage. Should you have concerns, please contact our team at: rop.utm@utoronto.ca.
For all accommodation requests or event inquiries, please contact rop.utm@utoronto.ca.
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ROP Information Session for Students
The Experiential Education Unit, Office of the Vice-Principal Academic and Dean, will be offering Information Sessions on the Research Opportunity Program (ROP) for all students. We encourage students to join us in-person for the presentation and discussion to learn more about the ROP.
Topics during the information session will include:
- Benefits to students
- Student eligibility
- Course requirements (including prerequisites and contract information)
- Policies and guidelines
- Preparing an ROP application submission
Event Details
Please select one session option in your registration response. The same presentation will be offered at both sessions.
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Council Chambers (DV3130)
OR
Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Council Chambers (DV3130)
Registration deadline: 12:00pm (noon) on Wednesday, February 25, 2026
For all accommodation requests or event inquiries, please contact rop.utm@utoronto.ca.
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