Join us! UTM hosts a variety of events, workshops, socials, and other gatherings for the graduate community. From hikes in the forest to science galas to digital branding seminars, there is much on offer.
Upcoming Events
More events coming soon!
Past Events
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Hart House Farm
Join us for an immersive wellness retreat at UofT Hart House Farm.
UTM-affiliated graduate students are invited to spend the day engaging in intentional wellness programming to practice digital wellness, build community connections, and support overall well-being. This in-person full-day event provides the space for UTM graduate students to come together and enjoy an opportunity to relax, restore, and reset.
Wellness Retreat Highlights:
- A variety of intentional wellness activities facilitated by professional staff and trained peers including a Tea Blending Workshop
- Lots of opportunities to build meaningful connections with other graduate students
- Guided walking tour and reflective practices within the peaceful and picturesque surroundings of Hart House Farm
- Free transportation from UTM to Hart House Farms, and back
- Free lunch, refreshments, and fun giveaways
Wellness Retreat Details:
Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
Time: Bus will depart UTM at 9:00 a.m. and return to UTM at 5:00 p.m.
We hope you’ll join us for this much-needed day of relaxation and connection. Take time for yourself, and let’s recharge together!
Please be advised that registration does not guarantee a spot to the Graduate Wellness Retreat at Hart House Farms. Due to a limited capacity, enrollment is contingent upon availability. An email from graduate.utm@utoronto.ca requesting your confirmation to secure your spot will be distributed on Monday, April 6, 2026.
This event is hosted in partnership with the UTM Health & Counselling Centre, UTM Association for Graduate Students, UofT Hart House and the OVPAD's Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs Team.
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: The Blind Duck Pub
Need a break from research, classes, or long days on campus? Join us for a fun Trivia Night hosted by OVPAD & UTMAGS!
Come test your knowledge, enjoy some delicious food, and compete with fellow graduate students for some amazing prizes. Whether you're a trivia expert or just looking for a fun night out, this is the perfect chance to relax and connect with other grads.
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: DV 1103
Facilitated by: UTM EDIO and UTM HCC Graduate Student Wellness Leads
This session will be aimed at exploring the idea of community and connection within grad school, and how EDI and wellness are key themes in supporting these. We will explore what resources the EDIO has to offer and how EDI is wellness. Then we will look through a peer-support lens to recognize how grad students can support each other, what community looks like in academic spaces, and recognizing when someone might need help. The remainder of the session will then be used for students to relax, unwind, and connect as different activities will be provided for students to engage in, either together or individually.
Lunch will be provided!
Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Time: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Location: Student Centre - Presentation Room
Come unwind with a gentle yoga session while spending time with some adorable puppies. Whether you're a yoga pro or just coming for the puppy cuddles, this event is the perfect way to de-stress and recharge with fellow students.
Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Hybrid
UTMAGS is hosting a scientific illustrations workshop based on popular demand! On March 16th at 5pm, we will be hosting Martin Krzywinski in a hybrid workshop! Martin is a data visualization expert whose graphics have appeared in the New York Times, Wired and Scientific Journals like Science, Nature and PNAS. During this workshop you will trained in:
Visual Communication:
- You will learn how to develop themes to better tell a story with your presentations, posters and graphics
- Learn how to maintain clarity, continuity and flow for your own illustrations, graphics and slides
Feedback for Your Submission!
- You can submit graphical abstracts, figures or posters (past or current) and there is a chance that your illustrations will be redesigned by Martin
- Submit your designs by March 8th: https://bit.ly/utm-vis-sci-comm
Biomedical Communication (BMC) Presentation:
- A representative of the BMC program will present services and opportunities graduate students can provide on a freelance basis
- MSc BMC graduate students are trained to create clear, compelling and accurate visuals for published figures, graphical abstracts or posters and are looking for opportunities to work with you!
Free Food!
- We will of course provide pizza for anyone attending the workshop!
If you would like to attend this workshop, please register using the following form. Deadline of March 13th.
Date: Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Hybrid
Developing a clear, accurate, and well-justified budget is a critical skill for graduate students engaged in research and academic initiatives. This interactive workshop will guide participants through the process of budget development – from mindset to methodology – using real examples and hands-on practice. Graduate students are encouraged to bring any budget they are currently developing.
Lunch will be provided for in-person participants following the workshop. Takeout containers will be available for those observing Ramadan.
This year, the UTM Biology Graduate Student Society invites you to step back in time to the roaring 20s for our Grand and Gilded Gala sponsored by the Angela B. Lange & Ian Orchard Graduate Student Initiative Fund! ✨ We are thrilled to host you for our 2026 Science Gala, a semi-formal dance filled with glitz, glamour, and sparkle!
📅 Date: Friday, February 13th, 2026
📍 Location: UTM Kaneff Building Rotunda
🕖 Time: Doors open 7pm
🎟️ Cost: $30 each (guests are allowed and encouraged!)
What to Expect:
✨ Step back in time to the roaring 20s with our opulent decor
🍽️ Enjoy a delicious spread of our refined food and drink
🎶 Dance your heart out with music curated by a live DJ
📸 Capture memories with friends in our glamorous photo booth.
HOW TO RSVP:
Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot by registering your attendance here: https://forms.office.com/r/UmAyU0axxF. To confirm your ticket purchase you must upload a screenshot of a confirmation of your etransfer to ellaeberhar@gmail.com for the cost of your ticket(s).
Bring your dancing shoes and your glamorous semi-formal attire for a night to remember! 💃
Date: Monday, February 9, 2026
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Blind Duck Pub
Looking for a fun and cozy way to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Join us for a Valentine’s Day Paint Party - an evening all about creativity, connection, and good vibes.
Come paint something meaningful, enjoy a delicious dinner of pasta and drinks, with cupcakes for dessert, and take part in some friendly competition with prizes for the best paintings. We’ll also be giving away flowers to spread a little extra Valentine’s love 🌹
Date: February 9, 2026
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Blind Duck Pub
Whether you’re coming with friends, a date, or on your own, this will be a relaxed and welcoming night you won’t want to miss. Please be sure to RSVP as soon as possible to secure your spot.
Date: Monday, February 9, 2026
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Location: Online on Zoom
Facilitated by: Jordana Garbati, PhD, Assistant Professor, Director, RGASC and Amanda Brijmohan, PhD, Educational Developer, Assessment and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, RGASC
This 90-minute session is catered towards graduate students and post-docs who are interested in exploring how to develop their teaching philosophy statements. In this session, presenters will introduce reflective practice as a tool for developing your teaching philosophy. You will be invited to think about your teaching and learning beliefs and your most memorable teaching experiences. This session will introduce different models of self-reflection and ways to incorporate reflective practice in your teaching. The session will end with a review of sample teaching philosophies and suggested ways to collect evidence of your teaching to support reflective practice.
Date: Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: KN L1215
Facilitated by: The UTM Health and Counselling Centre
In this session, we’ll discuss how to eat for optimal energy levels, explore how stress and the demands of student life can influence food choices, and review a practical healthy eating checklist to help you set goals and ensure you’re getting the right nutrition each day.
Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Location: Davis Grad Lounge (DV2068B), William G. Davis Building
Hosted by: UTM Health & Counselling Centre (HCC) in partnership with UTMAGS
Kick off 2026 with Pause & Picture: A Grad Vision-Board Workshop. Hosted by UTM Health & Counselling Centre (HCC) in partnership with UTMAGS, this hands-on session is a chance to set your intentions for 2026 and explore what you want to achieve in the year ahead. Bring your ideas to life using images, words, and creative prompts. Materials will be provided, and you’re welcome to bring personal items or use electronic devices to create an online version of your vision board.
Please register using the link below to secure your spot. Food and drinks will be provided.
Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Time: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: UTM Room, DV 3140, William G. Davis Building
Collaboration between UTM's Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office and OVPAD's Graduate & Postdoctoral Affairs Team
Refreshments will be provided.
Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: MN 3251, Zoom
Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: The Blind Duck
Date: Monday, December 8 - Friday, December 12, 2025
Time: All-day
Location: Online
Date: Monday, December 1, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: MN 1110
Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location: RAWC
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: The Blind Duck
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: Online via Teams
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: KN L1220
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Location: MN 3251; Zoom
Date: Monday, November 3 - Friday, November 7, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: MN 1110
Date: Monday, November 3, 2025
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: MN 3130
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: KN L1220
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Location: MN 3251; Zoom
Date: Monday, September 22, 2025
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Location: KN L1220
Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location: CCT Courtyard