INNIS COLLEGE STUDENT LIFE NEWS
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Student Life News
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October 21, 2015 NEWS
WHAT YOU MISSED AT INNIS: This past week, Principal Charlie Keil was inaugurated – his official welcome into the role of Principal of Innis College! Perhaps you have seen him around the college, during Frosh Week, or at one of the Residence’s Principal’s Dinners. We’re so excited to have him!
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INTRODUCING: Cavelle Van Nest Hey! My name is Cavelle and I’m your athletics director for the 2015/2016 year. I’m a second year student specializing in Finance and Economics in the Commerce program at U of T! I love playing volleyball, I’ve played piano since I was 5, my dance skills are fire (beauty is in the eye of the beholder), and I love meeting new people! I can’t wait to organize intramurals and make sure every student has the best year possible! I’m looking forward to organizing some cool athletic events for the college this year and meeting everyone who’s interested in playing for Team Innis!
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Innis Office of Student Life (OSL) MENTORSHIP: iStudy WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21ST 6PM – 9PM INNIS RESIDENCE EVENTS ROOM Who doesn’t want to make studying a little easier?! InSight and Engineering Committee of OSL are having the first iStudy TODAY, October 21st from 6pm-9pm in the Innis Events Room! You can come and study with people from your program! There will be past tests available from BIO120, CHM138/139, MAT135, & ECO202. If you missed out, there will be more opportunities in the future – keep your eyes out! The event page has more information.
LEADERSHIP: IN2U Leadership Conference – Pathways to Leadership SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24TH 9:30 AM – 4PM INNIS COLLEGE TOWN HALL & INNIS RESIDENCE EVENTS ROOM The first of the Innis Leadership Conferences, Pathways to Leadership is designed to help you to get involved as a student leader at Innis! Its perfect if you hold a leadership position, or would like to apply for leadership position next year – volunteer or employed! You will learn about the skills that create good leaders: effective communication skills, inclusivity, and things to keep in mind when planning events. There will be food provided, and it will be added to your CCR! You can register here!
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CAREER ENGAGEMENT: Explore Your Degree! MONDAY, OCTOBER 27TH 5PM – 7PM INNIS RESIDENCE EVENTS ROOM Have you wondered what you wanted to with your degree? Do you know what you want to do but don't know how to get there? Career Engagement is hosting an Explore Your Degree workshop on Monday, October 27th from 5pm-7pm in the Innis Events Room with your Career Engagement programmer – Richard, and Career Counsellor – Kate! Come to find out more about how land your dream job or how to uncover your ideal career. You can visit the event page for more information!
INNIS WORLD CAFÉ: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH 12PM – 1PM INNIS RESIDENCE EVENTS ROOM Come meet past students who have been on exchange, done research or studied abroad who can answer your questions and tell you about their experiences. These are casual cafes: food and refreshment +will be available!
Innis College Student Society (ICSS) COMMUNITY OUTREACH: Blessing Bags For Thanksgiving, Innis Community Outreach hosted Blessing Bags for the Homeless, an initiative targeted towards helping the homeless in Toronto. Students made Thanksgiving cards and filled bags with canned goods, toiletries, and other essentials. These items were handed out to homeless individuals in an effort to brighten their holiday weekends! If you want to get involved with events like these, email outreach@innisicss.com and like us on Facebook!
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SOCIAL: From Dusk Til Dawn – Club Night FRIDAY, OCTOBER 29TH 10pPM REVIVAL BAR (783 College Street) $5 Innis is joining KPE, New College and the Faculty of Music at Revival Bar for the Hallowe’en Club Night: From Dusk Til Dawn! The three floors of the club will each have their own DJs that will each play a different genre of music; come out and dance – costumes are encouraged! Tickets will be sold in the ICSS office (in the Innis College Building) for $5 from Monday to Thursday between 10am and 5pm. Visit the event page for more details!
Registrar UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH Last day to drop an F section course from your record. Last day to add or remove a CR/NCR option from an F section course Last day to register for accomodations for tests or exams between December 10th and 22nd. You can do that through the accessibility website.
FINANCIAL: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND Students can apply for funding for a unique research project developed by the students themselves, a project not otherwise covered by regular course, a 299Y research project, or an independent study. Visit this website for more information! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 15TH Dean’s Student Leadership Award: Exceptional, significant student leaders can earn this award if nominated with letters of support. Successful recipients have worked hard to make a positive difference to student life. Have a look at this website for outlining criteria and application requirements.
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UofT LEADERSHIP: Ask Big Questions SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25TH 10AM – 5PM INNIS COLLEGE Can we change the world through better conversation? We believe we can. Ask Big Questions is a one-day training workshop and year-long process that encourages the creation of reflective conversations for the common good and to build community… Understand yourself! Understand others! You can register here.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS: SafeTALK – Suicide Alertness for Everyone FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH 9AM – 12:30PM GOLDRING CENTRE, 2ND FLOOR MEETING ROOM REGISTER BY OCTOBER 28TH October is Mental Wellness Month! This free workshop will teach you practical steps to help activate a suicide alert that will help people having thoughts of suicide get specialized intervention care. All participants will get a certificate of completion at the end of the training day, and it will be added to your CCR. You can register here – the deadline is October 28th!
HEALTH AND WELLNESS: Better Relationships THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22ND 1PM – 3PM KOFFLER STUDENT SERVICES CENTRE (214 College Street), HEALTH & WELLNESS ROOM (2nd Floor) This workshop will teach you how to recognize the difference between healthy and unhealthy relationships, the skills you need to build a healthy relationship, and what to do if you find yourself feeling stuck in a bad relationship. Register here!
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CAREER EXPLORATION: Working for Change – Exploring Possibilities in the Non-Profit World FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30TH 1PM – 4PM WILLIAM DOO AUDITORIUM (45 Willcocks Street) Join The Career Centre, The Centre for Community Partnership, New College and Step Forward in an afternoon of networking, learning, and dialogue in sessions on what it takes to work for social justice in the non-profit sector. The keynote speaker will be Tony Coker of Permaculture GTA, and light refreshments will be provided. You can register through the Career Learning Network website – go to events, workshops, then the St. George Calendar to find it!
ACADEMIC SKILLS FOR SUCCESS: Workshops on Campus There are all kinds of workshops available on campus that will help you hone your academic skills! Here are some available this week: Essential Research Skills: Citing and Organizing Your Sources THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22ND 4:10PM – 5:30PM ROBARTS LIBRARY, ROOM 4033 It is so important to give proper credit in your papers: learn the causes of plagiarism, recognise the common parts of a citation, and discover software that can help you create bibliographies. Register here! Exam Preperation THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22ND 6PM – 7:30PM ROBARTS LIBRARY, BLACKBURN ROOM This workshop will leave you with an effective plan to conquer your mid-term exams. You are encouraged to bring your syllabi and any calendars you use for organization. Register here!
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INTERNATIONAL: GO GLOBAL WEEK TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD & 4TH 11AM – 2PM SIDNEY SMITH LOBBY For students interested in incorporating an international experience into their academic career, this is an opportunity to ask questions of staff and students! Go Global Week also includes information sessions on financing and career development as well as presentations by students and faculty who have participated in past programs!
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE FAIR: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD 11AM – 4PM CUMBERLAND HOUSE (33 St. George Street) The Fair will provide information on student exchange opportunities: past and present student exchange participants are available for questions and discussion!
SUMMER ABROAD AND SCIENCE ABROAD OPEN HOUSE: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5TH 2PM – 4PM WOODWORTH COLLEGE Students and staff from the Summer Abroad and Science Abroad programs are available in an informal setting to answer questions and provide information on Summer Abroad courses and Science Abroad research opportunities!
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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!
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Student Metropass Be sure to get a discount Post-Secondary student metropass this month with your TTC student ID!
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