Virtual Welcome Kit




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Welcome Home! We are so excited that you are here and that you chose us as home :) 

This is our Virtual Welcome Kit where you can find descriptions for items found in your Welcome Kit and more information to make sure your time here is successful! Feel free to look through this page to learn more about residence, our campus, and all the amazing things we have in store for you!

 

 


Welcome Kit Items

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Here you can find a list of items you may have seen in your welcome kit! Feel free to use the items and check out all the events & campus partners!

  • Orientation Week Schedule (on your desk in your unit)
  • Orientation Nametag (given to you by your Don)
  • Sustainable Toothbrush
  • Orientation T-shirt
  • Lanyard with card holder
  • Black mask
  • Residence Services Desk Stamp Card
  • Sexual Violence & Prevention Centre Consent Card
  • OZZI reusable food container program token
  • Health & Wellness Centre Bag
  • Recreation, Athletics, and Wellness Exercise Bands & Postcard
  • Parent & Family Orientation Card

Residence Resources

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In-Room Guide

In-Room Guides were delivered to every unit and you share one with your roommate. This document covers anything you may need to know to live here at UTM Residence. You can find our digital version here.

Student Handbook

Click here to view our Student Handbook

Colman Cup

Colman Cup is responsible for overseeing the planning and implementation of the Colman Cup events. Colman Cup gives the opportunity for residents to collaborate and create a unique environment for friendly competition and residence mascot spirit. This includes awarding spirit points, coordinating volunteers, marketing and contributing any fun ideas that you have! See below for Mascot Breakdown by your Don name or corresponding area of residence. 

Mascot Dons Areas of Residence
Orcas Renée, Ezekiel, Angelyna, & Triny OPH First & Second Floor
Foxes Diego, Mia, & Maddy OPH Third Floor
Grizzlies Celine, Anaiah, & Saisha OPH Fourth Floor
Loons Billy, Zoë, Riddhi, Pragati, & Tobi OPH Fifth & Sixth Floor
Beavers Devin, Soham, Ireland, Isabella, & Amy Erindale Third, Fourth, & Fifth Floor
Muskrats Simona, Abi, & Justine Erindale First and Second Floor
Herons Panth, Ayush, Briana, & Terence RH601 - 630
Hawks Ai & Madyson RH632 - 650
Polars Prinny, Cassandra, & Lori Putnam Place
Lynx Clay, Julia, Nara, & Shirley Leacock Lane
Mice Talyn, Sabirah, Minjoung, Andrea, Sean, & Fiyin MaGrath Valley

Campus Partners
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Campus Partners at UTM are dedicated to providing you with opportunities and programming to make your University experience memorable and successful. You can find all workshops, programming, and events hosted by these departments on this website. Make sure to check them out and attend any that may interest you! 

International Education Centre (IEC)
The International Education Centre provides a range of programs and services tailored to support and enhance the experience of our global students. Committed to holistic learning, they strive to meet the diverse needs of our global students while ensuring compliance with changing government policy related to immigration and international student support from authorized educational agents. Find out more about the IEC here: 
https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/international/


Centre for Student Engagement (CSE)
The Centre for Student Engagement is committed to facilitating student learning and development inside and outside of the classroom, on campus and in the local community. Through tyeir programs, services, and resources, they provide opportunities that empower students to shape their own experience and contribute to their community.

They have been committed to making your transition into University just a bit easier. Find out more about their Eagle Connect program and Orientation-Week events here: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/transition/orientation


Health and Counseling Centre (HCC)
The Health and Counesling Centre (HCC) strives to provide students with accesible services such as counseling and medical care as well as promote mental health and wellness on campus. They hosts many workshops over the course of the school year and provide students with appointments if needed. 

Head to their website to find out how they can support you!


Sexual Violence & Prevention Centre (SVPC)
The Sexual Violence Prevention and Support Centre works to help end sexual violence on campus through training and education. They also help and support students, staff and faculty at the University of Toronto who have been affected by sexual violence or sexual harassment.

They're here to help you understand, access and navigate supports such as counselling, medical services, academic or workplace accommodations, financial aid and legal aid.

Some of their consent materials can be found below. If you want to learn more about their programming and supports, feel free to visit their website: https://www.svpscentre.utoronto.ca/. You can also view their consent videos on our on-demand page: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/housing/demand-videos

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UTM Recreation, Athletics and Wellness Centre

UTM RAWC is here to make sure your staying fit and healthy while you navigate these times! You can learn more about them here: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/athletics/about-us


Equity & Diversity Office (EDIO) & The Indigenous Centre
The University of Toronto Mississauga Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Office (EDIO) provides programs and services to students, staff, and faculty at UTM. In cooperation with its campus partners, the EDIO promotes an equitable and inclusive campus community, free from discrimination or harassment based on age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, record of offences, sex, and/or sexual orientation. 

The Indigenous Centre at the University of Toronto Mississauga works to support Indigenous students, staff, and faculty at UTM as well as inspire future Indigenous students to a welcoming and inclusive UTM community. The Indigenous Centre works to promote equity and inclusion of Indigenous people among students, staff, faculty, and throughout the campus.

Find out more about what their office offers students in our Welcome Home Video or through their websites!