GradSchool E-News: December 2010/January 2011 – Current Students
NEED TO KNOW
Winter break
The University is closed for winter break from December 22 to January 2 inclusive and reopens on Monday, January 3. Enjoy your well-earned time off.
Courses start week of January 3
Most graduate courses and seminars begin the week of January 3. Most students can use the Student Web Service to enrol in courses, but some departments require an enrolment form. Be sure to consult your department for detailed enrolment instructions.
Final date to add winter courses is January 14
The final date to add a January session course is January 14. After the deadline you will need written permission of the course lecturer, written permission of your graduate coordinator and SGS approval. Add/Drop Course forms are available on the SGS website.
Doctoral thesis submission: Avoid January 2011 fees
Have you successfully completed your final oral examination? Congratulations! Remember, January 17 is the final date for doctoral candidates who have successfully defended, to submit their thesis in final, approved form to avoid paying tuition fees for the January session. See Final Year Fees for more information.
Dual registration period ends January 28
Dual registered students who were admitted to a Ph.D. program in September while having a minimal amount of work to complete in their Master's program have until January 28 to be recommended for the Master's degree to maintain their Ph.D. registration. If the Master's program is not completed, the Ph.D. registration is cancelled and full-time registration in the Master's program is reactivated.
MONEY MATTERS
Adel Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award
The Adel Sedra Distinguished Graduate Award is a fellowship of up to $25,000 recognizing a doctoral candidate in second or third year for his or her academic excellence, extra-curricular activities and involvement in university life. The deadline for applications is 5:00pm on Friday, December 10, 2010.
OGI Genomics Publication Fund
The Ontario Genomics Institute (OGI) has established a new fund that provides up to $3,000 for Ontario researchers to make their research publications open access. The OGI Genomics Publication Fund supports the free and unrestricted access to genomics research papers in high-impact publications. Contact OGI or visit the OGI Genomics Publication Fund website for details and to view examples of publications that have already been funded.
NEWS
Student nominations for Governing Council
Have you ever considered standing for election to the Governing Council as a student member? Nominations for two graduate student seats on Governing Council will be accepted between January 7 and January 21. All student seats will be for a one-year term from July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012. Nomination forms will be available on the Governing Council website as of January 7, 2011.
UPCOMING EVENTS
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women - December 6
This year marks the twenty-first anniversary of the murder of fourteen women students at l'Ecole Polytechnique. Events to commemorate this and other tragic events and to focus attention on the broader issues of addressing violence against women will be held on all three campuses of the University.
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Hart House Theatre presents Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, a hilarious musical romp based on the hit film starring Michael Caine and Steve Martin. On the French Riviera, two charming and unscrupulous con-artists are pitted against each other in this smart, sexy and side-splitting comedy. January 14 - 29, 2011. Tickets are $25/Students $15 and can be puchased from UofTtix.
SUPPORTS & RESOURCES
English Language Writing and Support (ELWS)
Online registration for January courses offered by the Office of English Language and Writing Support (ELWS) will open on Monday January 3 at 10:00am. ELWS courses are free, non-credit, and available exclusively to U of T graduate students. Courses fill quickly, so register on January 3 to avoid disappointment. ELWS also offers free single-session workshops and one-on-one writing consultations.
A fit for everyone: Active strategies to support your success in grad school
Learn the components of fitness and how you can adopt active strategies to support your success in grad school. Physical Activity Ambassadors from the Faculty of Physical Education and Health will be facilitating this workshop followed by a tour of the Athletic Centre. Bring your workout clothes and participate in a FREE drop-in fitness class after the workshop. Friday, January 14, 2011, 12:00pm at the Gradroom, 66 Harbord Street.
University Affairs magazine free subscription
Graduate students can subscribe to University Affairs magazine for free - a $39 value. Visit the University Affairs subscriber service. You have the option to subscribe to the digital format.
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In Focus: Margaret Lam
Margaret is a 3rd year Master’s student with the Faculty of Information. She is completing her thesis on the effectiveness of acquiring music knowledge from online resources.
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Important Dates
• December 22
University closes for winter break
• January 3
Most formal graduate courses and seminars begin this week
• January 3
Registration opens for English Language Writing Support January courses
• January 14
Final date to add January session courses
• January 17
Doctoral thesis submission deadline to avoid further tuition fees
• February 1
Deadline to change immigration status or claim exemption from international student fees for the January session
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Distributed on Tuesday, November 30, 2010 | ©2010 University of Toronto
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