Mapping Your Education

Parents and prospective students sitting in a lecture theatre

University can seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Let us help you prepare for your next steps if you're considering a university education. You and your family are invited to join us online for Mapping Your Education: An Evening for Grade 9-11s to learn more about the opportunities available to you and ask questions directly to university representatives.

Tuesday, May 30, 2023
6:00pm – 8:00pm

Register today!

A few event notes:

  • Event will be online and streamed on YouTube (registration required).
  • On event day, login to your Google account to ask us questions directly on YouTube.
  • No Google account? No problem, you can still enjoy the stream!

 

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Student Experience

Get a glimpse into the life of a student! You'll learn about how students can make the most of their post-secondary experience.

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Resources for Students

Transitioning from high school to university can feel daunting, but it doesn't have to be! You'll learn about the many  support services available to university students.

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How to Apply

We'll give you an overview of the expectations we have of applications and what you can expect during the application process. We'll also show you how students and parents can help each other during the transition to university.

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Live Q & A

Take advantage of a live question-and-answer period where you are encouraged to submit your questions for our panelists to answer.


Event Schedule

6:00pm

Navigating Your Student Success

Jen Duggan | Student Recruitment Officer

Receive an overview of the expectations we have of applications and what you can expect during the application process. We'll also show you how students and parents can help each other during the transition to university.

6:30pm

University Admissions and the University of Toronto

Lauren Glynn | Manager, Admissions

Learn about how to structure your high school courses to get ahead during the application process, dates and deadlines, and get a preview of the myriad of programs, exciting extracurriculars, and boundless opportunities waiting for you. We'll also discuss money matters including budgeting, scholarships, and financial aid.

7:00pm

Learning about University Writing Expectations

Sarah Seeley & Mark Blaauw-Hara | Institute for the Study of University Pedagogy

We will discuss our first-year writing course, where you would learn about yourself as a writer and explore how academic writing works. This type of course is unique to UTM, and it helps students succeed as writers in their degree programs. We will discuss how the course is taught and seek audience participation to illustrate the community building capability of the course, which is capped at 25 students per section.

7:20pm

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at UTM

Kwame Diko | Diversity Student Recruitment & Admissions Officer

Join us to listen to student narratives about academic quality, institutional supports, opportunities, student life and their overall journey to/through undergraduate studies. By the end of this session, you will be made aware of the variables central to shaping and gauging your university experience. Our diverse student population is comprised of dynamic leaders that thrive in organizations & clubs across the university. Learn, ask questions, and explore!

7:30pm

Day in My Life

Stella Dos Santos | Current UTM Student

Hi there! My name is Stella and I wanted to give you an inside look at what a typical day in my life is like as a full-time student and a part-time Student Ambassador at UTM.

7:45pm

Live Q&A

Michael Gomez | Manager, Student Recruitment Communications

Throughout the stream, our team will be answering your questions as they come in. Before we wrap up, we will put some of your questions directly to our presenters for their insight and input.


Contact

If you would like more information or have any questions about this event, please contact:

Tara F

Tara Fader
Manager, Student Recruitment Events & Outreach
University of Toronto Mississauga
tara.fader@utoronto.ca

 


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