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Meet other Arts & Science students and stay on top of your first-year planning during weekly drop-in webinars with your incoming class. Each session will be hosted by upper-year Arrive Ready mentors and will focus on a key theme to support you in your first-year planning and preparation. Some webinars will also be co-hosted by faculty and staff.
Register for our upcoming webinars:
These sessions are open to all incoming students in the Faculty of Arts & Science. You are welcome to drop in at any time and stay for as long as you would like during the session. Discover how you can get involved on campus to make friends, explore your interests and build your academic and work experience. Gain valuable insights into life at U of T from the Arrive Ready mentor team as they share how to get involved with clubs, study groups, research opportunities and on-campus jobs.
Week of July 22: How to Prepare for Your First-Year Courses
Now that you’ve selected your courses, you’re ready to begin your academic preparation for September! Join our Arrive Ready mentor team in this interactive webinar to learn about how you can prepare for your first-year courses. We’ll discuss how to get ready for specific courses in your academic area of study and how you can best engage with the Arrive Ready to Study learning modules in Quercus.
This week, we will be offering three time slots for each webinar to provide you with more opportunities to join us and meet other incoming students in your courses, plus an additional session just for international students.
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Computer Science students
July 24 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
July 25 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Social Sciences students
July 24 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
July 25 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Humanities students
July 24 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
July 25 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Life Sciences students
July 24 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
July 25 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Physical & Mathematical Sciences students
July 24 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
July 25 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Rotman Commerce Students
July 24 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
July 25 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
International students
July 25 | 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. ET
Week of July 29: Meet a First-Year Professor
Get to know your Arrive Ready to Study faculty lead, a first-year U of T professor in your stream. This interactive webinar is your chance to learn from faculty about the skills, strategies and expectations for first year success in your stream. You’ll also learn more about the academic preparation learning modules they’ve curated to help support your first-year learning as they share their tips and answer your questions live!
This is a session you don’t want to miss!
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Computer Science students
With Professor Sadia Sharmin, instructor of Foundations of Computer Science (CSC110)
July 30 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET
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Humanities students
With Professor John Rogers, instructor of Literary Traditions (ENG150)
July 31 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET
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Life Sciences students
With Professor Ken Yip, instructor of Molecular and Cell Biology (BIO130) and Professor Kris Quinlan, instructor of Chemistry: Physical Principles (CHM135)
Aug. 1 | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. ET
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Physical & Mathematical Sciences students
With Professor Xiaoyue Cui, instructor of Calculus with Proofs (MAT137)
July 31 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
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Social Sciences students
With Professor Sarah Wakefield, instructor of Environment, Food and People (GGR107) and Professor Bob Gazzale, instructor of Principles of Microeconomics (ECO101)
Aug. 1 | 12 p.m.- 1 p.m. ET
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Rotman Commerce students
With Professor Bob Gazzale, instructor of Principles of Microeconomics (ECO101)
July 30 | 12 p.m.- 1 p.m. ET
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Week of July 29: Engaging with Instructors in University for International Students
Join upper-year international students as they discuss ways to prepare and engage with course instructors and teaching assistants (TAs) at the University of Toronto. Find out about the variety of learning spaces, including lectures, tutorials and office hours and how to best seek support from your instructors. Learn more about your role as a student and gain valuable tips for communicating with others in person and online.
International students
Date: Aug. 1
Time: 9 a.m.- 10.a.m. ET
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Week of July 29: Tips for Success in MAT133Y1, MAT135H1 & MAT136H1
Discover everything you need to know about your first-year calculus courses, MAT133Y1 and MAT135H1/MAT136H1, at our information session. Gain insights into course content, expectations, and essential resources to ensure a smooth transition to your first year at the University of Toronto. Connect with fellow students and faculty and start your academic journey with confidence. Don’t miss this chance to prepare for success!
This webinar is open to all students enroled in MAT133Y1 or MAT135H1 & MAT136H1 in Fall/Winter 2024/2025.
Date: July 29
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET
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Week of July 29: Tips for Success in MAT 137Y1 and MAT157Y1
Join our information session to learn all about your first-year calculus courses, MAT137Y1 and MAT157Y1. We’ll cover course content, expectations, and essential resources to help you transition smoothly into your first year at the University of Toronto. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow students and faculty, ask questions, and gain confidence as you start your academic journey. Don’t miss out on this valuable session to set yourself up for success!
This webinar is open to all students enrolled in MAT137Y1 or MAT157Y1 in Fall/Winter 2024/2025.
Date: July 29
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m. ET
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Week of Aug. 5: Lectures & Note-Taking Strategies for Success
Join the Arrive Ready mentor team and fellow classmates to discuss strategies to make the most of your university lectures! We will discuss how to stay engaged and take effective notes in university lecture for your discipline. This is your chance to reflect on and discuss your reflections from the Note-Taking in University Arrive Ready Learning Module, plus share your tips and questions with your Arrive Ready mentors and peers!
This week, we will be offering three time slots for each webinar to provide you with more opportunities to join us and meet other incoming students in your courses, plus an additional session just for international students.
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Computer Science students
Aug. 6 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 7 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 8 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Social Sciences students
Aug. 6 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 7 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 8 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Humanities students
Aug. 6 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 7 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 8 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Life Sciences students
Aug. 6 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 7 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 8 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Physical & Mathematical Sciences students
Aug. 6 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 7 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 8 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Rotman Commerce Students
Aug. 6 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 7 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 8 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
International students
Aug. 8 | 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. ET
Week of Aug. 12: Reading & Writing in Your Discipline
Learn from the Arrive Ready mentor team about expectations around reading and writing for courses your discipline. We will discuss our experiences engaging with a variety of academic texts and writing activities you can expect in first year. This is your chance to discuss the Effective Reading Strategies and Critical Writing Arrive Ready learning modules plus share your tips and questions with Arrive Ready mentors and peers!
This week, we will be offering three time slots for each webinar to provide you with more opportunities to join us and meet other incoming students in your courses, plus an additional session just for international students.
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Humanities students
Aug. 13 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 14 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 15 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Life Sciences students
Aug. 13 | 10 a.m. – 11. a.m. ET
Aug. 14 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 15 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Physical & Mathematical Sciences students
Aug. 13 | 10 a.m. – 11. a.m. ET
Aug. 14 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 15 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Social Sciences students
Aug. 13 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 14 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 15 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Rotman Commerce Students
Aug. 13 | 1 p.m. – 2.p.m. ET
Aug. 14 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 15 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
International students
Aug. 15 | 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. ET
Week of Aug. 12: Exploring Math & Computer Fundamentals in Computer Science
Join Arrive Ready mentors Kiarash, Aina and Ethan as they answer questions and share their experiences preparing the math aspects of CSC110Y1: Foundations of Computer Science I. You can also learn insider tips to get your computer set up and organized ahead of the semester! This interactive webinar is an opportunity to meet with other computer science students to reflect on, discuss and share strategies related to the Math and Computer Fundamentals learning modules.
Note: This session is restricted to students in the Computer Science admission stream.
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Computer Science students
Aug. 13 | 1 p.m. – 2.p.m. ET
Aug. 14 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 15 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Week of August 19: Working with Classmates for First-Year Success
Join the Arrive Ready mentor team and fellow incoming students to learn strategies to work effectively with other students both inside and outside of the classroom. Hear about the expectations of group work at U of T and how to find study buddies in your first-year classes. In this interactive webinar, we’ll discuss the Effective Collaboration and Group Work learning module and meet other incoming students. You’ll also get to know more about exciting ways to continue working with others in your courses through Recognized Study Groups.
This week, we will be offering three time slots for each webinar to provide you with more opportunities to join us and meet other incoming students in your courses, plus an additional session just for international students.
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Computer Science students
Aug. 20 | 1 p.m. – 2.p.m. ET
Aug. 21 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 22 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Humanities students
Aug. 20 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 21 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 22 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Life Sciences students
Aug. 20 | 10 a.m. – 11. a.m. ET
Aug. 21 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 22 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Physical & Mathematical Sciences students
Aug. 20 | 10 a.m. – 11. a.m. ET
Aug. 21 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 22 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Social Sciences students
Aug. 20 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
Aug. 21 | 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. ET
Aug. 22 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Rotman Commerce Students
Aug. 20 | 1 p.m. – 2.p.m. ET
Aug. 21 | 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. ET
Aug. 22 | 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. ET
International students
Aug. 22 | 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. ET
Past Webinars
Missed a webinar? Recordings of these past Arrive Ready webinars will be available to all incoming first-year Arts & Science students on Quercus, U of T’s online learning platform.
For questions about Arrive Ready, contact your Arrive Ready mentor or email: arriveready@utoronto.ca.