Support international graduate students by reaching out early
Partnership was key to University of Toronto’s pre-arrival orientation to working as a teaching assistant....
Navigating the ‘hidden curriculum’ as a graduate student with disabilities
Community and mentorship are critical for supporting the success of graduate students with disabilities. ...
Empowering doctoral students through skills development
Exploring Western University’s Own Your Future program, a cross-departmental collaboration that supports students to assess their competencies and build skills....
The pandemic’s remote learning environment shows promise for international students
Internationalization asks Canadian higher education to adjust systems and norms to better meet this new body of students arriving in our classrooms....
International student offices must respond to the pandemic’s disruption of students’ life cycle
The traditional support model of transition, retention, academic and immigration advising, and various intercultural programming is being tested by international learners who have hardly used any of these services in...
Reclaiming hope and optimism from the pandemic grind
Here are four techniques you can use to reconnect with your hope and optimism....
Alumni networks can help supercharge students’ graduate school success
Connecting with others in your field can offer job search insights, networking opportunities and a chance to learn about different career paths. ...
The pandemic exposed the vulnerability of international students in Canada
Universities and colleges need better, more easily accessible and culturally competent mental health services targeted to the needs of international students. ...
How universities and employers can both address Canada’s human skills shortages
Universities can do a lot to help students develop and articulate their human skills, while employers need to clearly outline their needs and build institutional relationships....
Learn by working: experiential pathways in graduate studies
Internships provide students with a broader view of the world and professional skills development, which can transcend their in-class knowledge. ...