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February 4, 2015 NEWS
Innis College Mentorship Program
FEATURED
Career Education @ Innis
The Innis College Career Mentorship Program kicked off on Thursday, January 29th, with a lively reception in the Innis Residence. This event brought together upper-year student Mentees with their Mentors, from the Innis alumni & friends community, marking the official start to the program – the first of its kind in the 50 year history of the College. With over 100 guests in attendance, the Events Room was teeming with a spirited combination of eager anticipation, first impressions, and even unexpected reunions. Innis Principal Janet Paterson warmly welcomed everyone to the College, followed by Mentor Rahul Bhardwaj, Toronto Foundation President & CEO, with insights about the importance of mentorship. Fourth-year Innis College and Cinema Studies student, Samii Folliott, capped off the remarks expressing sincere gratitude to all the Mentors, hinting that students themselves might also bring wisdom and insight into their partnership with mentors. Over the next three months, Mentors will connect with Mentees over coffee, email, Skype, and more, to share personal narratives, postgrad expectations, and career advice. The second cycle of the Mentorship Program is expected to run from Fall 2015 to Spring 2016. Applications will be open to any upper-year student of the College or the three academic programs housed at the Innis. Look for promotion of this opportunity as early as April 2015. Thanks to all who took part in this memorable event. We are thrilled to officially welcome you to the inaugural Innis College Mentorship Program!
Contact Jon at jon.bray@utoronto.ca
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Community Outreach Blessing Bags for Homeless People Information Meeting: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH 8:30PM Events Room, Innis Residence Blessing Bag Assembly: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13TH 12PM – 4PM Events Room, Innis Residence We will be assembling and distributing “Blessing Bags” full of items that would help an individual living on the street: nonperishable goods, toiletries, small change, bus fare, etc. With this project, we can ensure that homeless individuals receive support from the Innis community and ensure we have made at least a small difference in their lives. Help Innis Community Outreach take a small step towards helping the homeless in downtown Toronto! For more information, check out the Facebook Event Page!
Mental Health First Aid Training SATURDAY FEBRUARY 7TH and SUNDAY 8TH 9AM – 4PM A few spots may still be available for this Mental Health Commission of Canada certified training. The registration fee of $40 is subsidized by the Innis College Student Society. To register, contact Graham Coulter, Community Outreach Director, at outreach@innisicss.com.
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ICSS Charity Auction & Swing Dance THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH 7 PM – MIDNIGHT Innis Café, 2 Sussex Avenue Bid to go out on one of eight awesome dates with a fellow Innisian, followed by a romantic swing-era dance. All proceeds go towards Covenant House Toronto, a shelter for homeless youth in the city. After the auction, let the ICSS put you "In the Mood" with a swingin' 40s-themed dance. That's right, jump on the "Chattanooga-Choo-Choo" and grab a "String of Pearls" because we're arriving in "Tuxedo Junction"! Come in pairs, come alone, come as you are and enjoy this "Moonlight Serenade"!
Skills for Success CCR Information Session for Innis Student Leaders WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11TH 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH 6 PM – 7 PM Events Room, Innis Residence Are you an Innis student leader with a position on the IRC, ICSS or with the Innis Office of Student Life? Want to know more about what you need to do to get your role validated at the end of the academic year? We now have 87 updated, approved and validated Innis “Positions” or “Activities” uploaded to the central CCR database, including: • • •
all IRC/ICSS Executive positions and all Board members (Reps), including a section for anyone who runs a Club at Innis, and our Innis Athletic Team Captains a CCR “activity” for those students who officially sit on any of the Boards or Committees of Innis College Council, and an updated section for OSL positions: Dons, Front Desk and Residence support staff, communications team, Committee Heads
The Innis Office of Student Life will be hosting info sessions on the CCR, which you might want to attend to find out what is required to ensure you qualify for CCR validation at the end of the term. These sessions are not mandatory and are only offered to provide you with the information you need to ensure your activities and IRC/ICSS position are validated. Each session will run approximately 45 minutes, and refreshments will be served. Someone from central CCR will be in attendance to answer any of your questions.
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Subject POSts? "Minor? Major? Specialist?! As the end of the Winter session approaches, many first-year students are preparing to enrol in programs of study, or “subject POSts.” If you are looking for the who, what, when and how of subject POSts then join the Innis Registrar’s Office at an info session in March. Academic advisors will provide advice and answer any of your questions. All Innis students are welcome to attend any of the four sessions. No registration is required.
Sciences MONDAY, MARCH 9TH and WEDNESDAY MARCH 18TH 4:00PM – 5:30PM Innis Residence Events Room, 111 St. George Street
Humanities, Social Sciences & Commerce WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11TH and THURSDAY, MARCH 19TH 4:00PM – 5:30PM Innis Residence Events Room, 111 St. George St"
b2B: Cinema Studies/Comparative Literature/English Career Panel Discussion THURSDAY FEBRUARY 5TH 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Events Room, Innis Residence Do you have questions about career options as you near graduation? Who better to answer those questions than alumni that graduated with your degree! A panel of Cinema Studies, Comparative Literature and English alumni will discuss their U of T education, the value of their degree, and their pursuit of successful careers. Network with fellow students and alumni from your department after the panel discussion and Q&A session. Confirmed panelists: • • • • •
David Berman, Reporter, Globe & Mail Nella Cotrupi, Adult Education; University of Toronto (St. Michael’s College) Gregory Harrison, Manager, Communications and Change Management, TD Bank Group Jaclyn Hodsdon, Publicist, Dundurn Press Vanessa Tam, Coordinator, Industry Office, TIFF
Please register online NOW to attend!
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Arts & Culture HAROLD’S HOUSE - TONIGHT! WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH 8:30PM Events Room, Innis Residence Come join us for our first Harold's House of 2015! If you can sing, dance, recite epic poetry, balance a dozen spoons on your face... Whatever your talent is, we want to see it!
Midterm Mug-Making TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24TH 7 PM Innis Residence Events Room Your Fired Ceramics is coming to Innis to help us make personal mugs! Come out on February 24th at 7pm in Innis Residence Events Room to get crafty for the subsidized price of $5. RSVP to renee.mcpherson@mail.utoronto ASAP – limited spots available!
CIE 6th Annual Photography Contest The Centre for International Experience is hosting its annual photo exhibition and we want your submissions! The exhibit will showcase creative works by past exchange participants and students currently studying abroad or on an international exchange here at U of T. Submission period: February 2 – March 2, 2015 Exhibition: March 11, 2015 Visit the Photo Contest webpage for all the entry requirements and details.
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Food & Nutrition Valentines Cooking Workshop THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5TH 8PM Events Room, Innis Residence The Food and Nutrition committee is here to teach you how to cook a romantic meal for your special someone! This workshop will feature a steak dinner – and yes, everyone will get to try some!
Cooking Class: Healthy Eating on a Budget FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6TH 5PM - 8PM Cumberland Room, Centre for International Experience 33 St. George St. Tickets: $3 Co-presented by: Nutritional Sciences Students Association and Centre for International Experience Join CIE and NSSA and learn quick and healthy ways to prepare great tasting meals on a budget. We'll be making Three-Bean Vegetarian Chili, White Bean Dip, and Oatmeal Applesauce Banana Bread. Tickets: $3 Register here: Healthy Eating on a Budget
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International The Centre for International Experience (CIE) is hosting some great events throughout February! Find them here: www.cie.utoronto.ca/Programs/Events.htm
Chinese New Year Celebration WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH 11AM – 2PM Centre for International Experience 33 St. George Street CIE is hosting its annual Chinese New Year Celebration on February 4! From 11-2pm come out to CIE, try some tasty food, watch the procession, learn calligraphy and watch some great performances. The event is free and open to everybody!
Summer Exchange Programs Second Round Deadline to apply is FEBRUARY 13TH 2015 Exchange programs are a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture while earning academic credit. On exchange, you will find yourself in classes with locals and living close to the pulse of the host culture. The University of Toronto has agreements with various universities around the world, which allow you to pay your regular U of T tuition while studying abroad. The Centre for International Experience (CIE) is considering applications in the second round now for exchanges next Fall/Winter (2015-2016). The link below indicates the range of institutions still in play, if spots are still available. Link to Summer Exchange is here. The deadline to apply is 13 February 2015, so give the webpage a good look, and do not forget to check minimum CGPA requirements for different destinations if you are interested.
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Canadian Family Winter Weekend FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH – SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22ND Discover Canada in the winter. Live with a family. Make lasting connections Canadian Family Winter Weekend offers 30 international and exchange students the opportunity to participate in a weekend homestay while enjoying Canada in its most unique season. Students will stay in Orillia, Ontario and participate in winter activities ranging from ice hockey to tobogganing. Space is limited. Application Deadline: Sunday, February 1, 2015, 11:59pm For more information, contact: marco.adamovic@utoronto.ca
ICSS Innis College Formal: A Midsummer Night’s Dream SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28TH 7 PM Palais Royale 1601 Lakeshore Boulevard West Lovers and madmen have such seething brains Such shaping fantasies, that apprehend More than cool reason ever comprehends. -William Shakespeare INNIS! It’s that time of year again. The annual Innis College Formal! Tickets are $35 for Innis College students and $40 for non-Innis. Find out on Facebook on where to get tickets and bus sign up!
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Innis Residence Valentine's Day Pasta Dinner SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Events Room, Innis Residence The Valentine’s Day Pasta Dinner is an Innis tradition making its return this coming SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH. The dinner gives residents a chance to catch a break during a busy part of the year as well as get the always important free food! This year’s event will feature surprise entertainment which promises to bring both love and laughs to Innis.
Campus Events U of T Blood Drive – Join U of T Students to Donate Blood! THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 12TH 11 AM – 6:30 PM Canadian Blood Services building 67 College Street (corner of College and Elizabeth St by MARS Centre) One person every minute in Canada needs blood. It's in us to give. Together we can change lives! All Welcome! Refreshments! Win a gift card! Please register at: UofT Blood Drive
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Employment Opportunities Summer Camp U of T Camp U of T hires more than 120 students every summer as Instructors and Assistant Instructors in a wide variety of sports, leadership and mini university programs. Camps are offered through the Faculty of Kinesiology and Physical Education out of the Athletic Centre and Varsity Centre. Qualified students from across U of T are encouraged to apply. Summer Camp Employment Application - Deadline February 8, 2015 Go here for the Summer Camp Job Listings
Registrar APPLY TO BE A FLC PEER MENTOR/ASSISTANT PEER MENTOR The FLC (First-Year Learning Communities) program needs to hire a Peer Mentor and Assistant Peer Mentor for each FLC group across all the FLC programs, and applications are open for the 2015-2016 academic year. Deadline to hand in an application is noon (12 PM), Monday 23 February 2015 -- room 2100, Sidney Smith Hall. This information, contact info, and the application forms are available off the FLC website: flc.utoronto.ca
PRELIMINARY SUMMER TIMETABLE IS UP The site went up 12 January and will be updated, especially with changes to course offerings in the Summer, but you can get a lot of information now to help with planning (or options) if you are thinking at all about summer courses. Check the link – and bookmark it to refer back!
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STAY CONNECTED!
Free Screenings at Town Hall
Film Festivals are happening throughout the year - be sure to check the Town Hall schedule often!
Got Questions? Check out the Registrar’s website for academic / financial / personal support!
Check out our Student Facebook Pages!
Innis Office of Student Life Innis Residence & IRC ICSS
Student Metropass Be sure to get a discount Post-Secondary student metropass this month with your TTC student ID!
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