congratulations
You did it!
Close to 2200 doctorate and master's students will be awarded their degrees at November Convocation 2011. Graduate ceremonies are scheduled November 8-11. Congratulations to all the graduate students being awarded their degrees. The schedule is posted on the Office of Convocation website.
services for alumni
Stay connected
Alumni Affairs has partnered with Gmail to offer U of T students an alumni email account. This is an opt-in service to alumni who wish to retain a university email connection. Upon graduation, the university asks that you switch your @utoronto.ca account to a forwarding account. Where you decide to forward your account is up to you, but forwarding it to your alumni email account will ensure that no mail is lost in the shuffle.
Finding Work
The Recent Graduates Employment Service (RGES), provides new U of T graduates access to Career Centre services for up to two years following convocation. Graduates can access an extensive database of full-time employment listings and get help with career planning, creating powerful C.V.s and cover letters and interview preparation.
Register for the Graduate Dossier Service to have your letters of reference, transcripts and C.V. kept in a confidential repository. You can quickly and conveniently have them sent out when you apply for academic positions. The service is offered for up to 10 years following a student's Ph.D. graduation.
If you are an international students and have completed your degree, the post-graduation employment program is for you. It is designed to provide you with up to three years of Canadian work experience in your field of study after you graduate from U of T.
Getting more education
Graduation doesn't have to mark an end to your educational journey. It's important for you to keep up with a constantly changing world and continue learning throughout your life. The School of Continuing Studies offers more than 450 university-level courses available to all alumni. As a special bonus for new graduates, degree and certificate holders eligible to attend convocation in either June or November qualify for one free course (maximum value $600). The offer is valid for 18 months following graduation. For more information call 416-978-2400 or drop by 158 St. George Street.
Alumni privileges and benefits
As a student, you enjoyed many benefits unique to the U of T community. The good news is you're still entitled to privileges as a graduate of the university. The university can connect you to reputable companies that offer services that may interest you, such as home or health insurance. You can also take advantage of U of T's athletics facilities and clubs, such as Hart House and the Athletic Centre, and the U of T Libraries at discounted rates after you graduate.
Next stop - the world: Alumni Travel
The Alumni Travel Program is your gateway to inspiring and enriching experiences across the globe. U of T trips are popular because they illuminate different peoples, cultures and environments. You'll have opportunities to directly engage with residents of foreign locales and learn about their way of life. Let your wanderlust take you to wild and wonderful places as you navigate the globe with U of T.
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