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INNIS COLLEGE Student Life News
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April 10, 2013
President-Designate Meric Gertler at Innis’ Urban Studies Presentation & Food Drive NEWS
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Meet the Innis Communications Team!
Hey Innis! The Communications Team has worked very hard this year to provide all Innis Students with up-to-date information on events happening at Innis College and the greater Deadline Extended: TH THURDSAY, APRIL 11 at 4:00 PM Innis College offers scholarships that recognize leadership and extra-curricular activities each year; there are scholarships available to both graduating students (whether graduating in the coming June or the previous November) and students returning in the coming fall. Review the awards online at http://www.utoronto.ca/innis/app_awards.htm
university campus. Alex Berceanu has put countless hours into making amazing posters for various events, as well as formatting the entire newsletter. Sukhmanpreet Dhindsa has been filling the pages of the newsletter with interesting and helpful content. Joshua Caron has updated the website, so that information on events is readily and easily accessible. Randy Hanbyul Lee has captured many moments on camera at various events to include in the newsletter. Overall, the Communications Team strives to provide an accessible, fun-to-read source of news for all Innis students!
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News CIE Open for New Innis Library Hours International Students
Exam Jam Power Hours TH
WEEKDAYS from MONDAY, APRIL 8 – TH TUESDAY, APRIL 30 : 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Open 24 Hours a day on Weekdays until THURSDAY, APRIL 25TH For a detailed schedule, visit http://resource.library.utoronto.ca/hours/month. cfm?library_id=109
Recap CIE Open for New International Students
New U of T President Visits Urban Studies Food Drive!
U of T’s new president, Meric Gerlter, visits students from the INI 235Y: Introduction to Urban Studies as they present their year-long projects. Students contributed a total of approximately 180 volunteer hours to food banks as part of the class’ service learning module this past January and February. On Wednesday March 27th, 2013, students who participated in a variety of service learning opportunities across the city presented posters about what they learned by combining classroom learning with service learning. As part of this session, students collected non-perishable food items to be donated to various food banks. For more photos from this event, visit http://innisphotos.tumblr.com/
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Starting MONDAY, APRIL 8 Events Room, Innis Residence, 111 St George
Exams are quickly approaching! Similar to last term, the Office of Student Life will be providing free coffee and regular Xbox Kinect playtime in the Events Room. Commuters and residents are all welcome to use this study space during exam time!
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Recap Innis Choir sings their hearts out! The Innis College Choir gave a phenomenal performance at Hart House on March 16th, 2013. Students had been working hard all year to perform a diverse repertoire of pieces ranging from traditional folk songs, such as “Simple Gifts”, to pop songs such as “Some Nights” by the band FUN. Those who attended were asked to make a donation towards the Innis Town Hall Revitalization fund.
Leadership Apply for Project Leaders for the Centre for Community Partnership TODAY! Deadline: THURSDAY, APRIL 18
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The Centre for Community Partnerships is looking for leaders to work in a team with other Project Leaders, with CCP staff, and community organizations to manage all aspects of planning the Alternative Reading Week Program in 2014. The Project Leader position is an excellent opportunity to gain leadership skills, get experience in working collaboratively with community organizations, and develop project management competencies. Get involved in an activity that truly benefits communities and students. Interested applicants can apply here: https://www.ccp.utoronto.ca/Students/Service-Projects-in-theCommunity/Short-Term-Service-Projects/Alternative-ReadingWeek/Project-Leaders.htm **NOTE: Project Leader is an unpaid voluntary position. It requires 4-12h/month of time, including attending ALL meetings and trainings.
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Community Outreach CIE Open for New International Students
Friends of Forsaken Animals (FOFA) Looking for Volunteers for April Register to Volunteer! The Office of Student Life at Innis has partnered up with FOFA during the month of April, where FOFA will be doing a month long adopt-a-thon with PetSmart (404 and Leslie in Richmond Hill). They are in need of volunteers to help with spending time with the pets, clean them, feed them and play with them if time allows. Volunteers can commit to as little as one hour, or as many as they want over the month. For more information on FOFA please visit www.forsakenanimals.com or to register as a volunteer, contact Nicola Brown at njreb.9705@yahoo.com
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TDSB Tutors in Schools Volunteers Needed for 2013/2014 This is an opportunity for you to use your knowledge and skills to benefit students in the secondary system. If you are selected, we will provide you with the training and preparation to help build capacity in your local community and to contribute to the City of Toronto’s efforts to revitalise our neighbourhoods. Tutors work in partner schools to help teachers to support learning in their classrooms. Students will help with whichever subjects they feel most comfortable and competent working in. Partner schools are located all over the city, and students can state their geographical preferences. To apply, visit: https://www.ccp.utoronto.ca/Students/ServiceProjects-in-the-Community/Service-in-Schools-andTutoring.htm
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Arts & Culture CIE Open for New International Students
Camera Stylo Event
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17TH 8:30 PM Bedford Academy, 36 Prince Arthur Ave FREE!
The Cinema Studies Student Union (CINSSU) will be hosting an event to celebrate the end of a successful year. The Camera Stylo is the annual undergraduate Cinema Studies Institutes Film Journal. Food and drinks will be served. Annual journals will also be provided for free! These journals include the best film papers written by film students this year.
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Toronto Jewish Film Festival Screenings FRIDAY, APRIL 12TH – SUNDAY, APRIL 21ST Innis Town Hall, 2 Sussex Ave
The Innis Town Hall will be hosting the Toronto Jewish Film Festival. Some movies that will be screened are: The Last Tribe, Neil Diamond: Solitary Man, The Invisible Men, Altina, The Two Faces of Auschwitz, and many more! For a detailed list of films and more information on the festival, visit http://tjff.com/listfilms.php?sortby=location&filterby=#inniscollege
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Health & Wellness SAVE THE DATE: Jane’s Walk MAY 4
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– MAY 5
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Jane’s Walk is a series of conversational walking tours inspired by urban thinker Jane Jacobs, that helps put people in touch with where they live and with each other. Since its inception in 2007, Jane’s Walk has happened on the first weekend in May in cities across North America, and is growing internationally. Join Jane’s Walk or become a volunteer by visiting http://www.janeswalk.net/
Skills for Success Resources for Graduating Students Career Centre
The Career Centre is providing resources and services for graduating students and students looking for summer jobs. Some services include resume and job search which includes online resources, resume and cover letter essentials workshops, resume tutorials, employment coaching and job listings. Services specifically designed for graduating students include Recent Graduates Employment Services (RGES) where students are provided with employment listings, job search support and help with career choices for up two years following graduation, next steps conference and a recent graduates job fair. For more information on all these wonderful opportunities, visit http://www.careers.utoronto.ca/
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Residence CIE Open for New International Students
Healthy Eating During Exams SUNDAY, APRIL 14 7:00 PM ND 2 Floor TV Room
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The Innis Residence Council will be supplying studious residents with some food during exam time. Come join them in the second floor TV room to take a break, de-stress, and enjoy some delicious snacks!
Registrar CIE Open for New International ImportantStudents Dates APRIL 10 – 30 – Final Exams for S and Y section courses. Deferred exams from December 2012 APRIL 30 – Last day to file petition regarding term work for 2012-2013 Fall/Winter, Y/S section courses
Exam-Related Tips and Info The Office of Student Academic Integrity (OSAI) asks us to pass on important reminders about exams and exam conduct. You can read the full listing of rules here: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/current/exams/rules And the Code of Conduct on Academic Matters: www.governingcouncil.utoronto.ca/Assets/Governing+Council+Digital+Assets/Policies/PDF/ppjun011995.pdf?method=1
Special Free LSAT Prep Course from the Faculty of Law Deadline to Register: FRIDAY, MAY 10TH at 5:00 PM
UofT Faculty of Law is offering a FREE LSAT prep course and law school admissions support to rd th high-potential 3 and 4 year undergraduate students. Eligible students must demonstrate financial need. For more information go to: www.law.utoronto.ca/admissions/youth-outreach/law-school-prep-program
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Campus Events CIE Open for New International Students
SAVE THE DATES: Pride at U of T! SAVE THE DATES: Pride at U of T TH
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Dates to Remember: JUNE 20 , JUNE 28 , JUNE 29 , and JUNE 30
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U of T’s annual Pride activities involve celebrating with a BBQ and dancing under the stars at the Pride Pub in the Hart House Quad and marching in the Pride Parade. More details to be announced! If you would like to get involved in planning this event, please contact Scott Clarke at scott.clarke@utoronto.ca.
Hart House Farm: Calm Sunday SUNDAY, APRIL 14TH Admission: $20.00
Stressing out over exams? Join us at the Hart House Farm to unwind on Calm Sunday. A full day of relaxation, yoga, and massage are just a few of the wellness events happening at the Hart House Farm on Sunday, April 14. We’ll teach you how to bake your own bread (kneading is a great stress buster!) and how to mix up homemade body scrubs. Relax in our wood-fired sauna and explore the Farm’s trails. The Trip includes a delicious lunch, yoga, shiatsu massage, bread baking workshop, homemade body scrub workshop and relaxing in the wood-fired sauna (bring your swimsuits!) Tickets are available at at www.uofttix.ca!
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Free Screenings at Town Hall Film Festivals are happening throughout the year, be sure to check the Town Hall schedule often!
Events Calendar Check out the Innis Events Calendar for the latest in Student Life activities!
Student Metropass Be sure to get a discount PostSecondary student metropass this month with your TTC student ID.