#UofTBTS16: Bookmark these student services
Starting at a new school can be overwhelming. From finding classrooms to buying textbooks, there’s a lot to think about. As you’re heading back to school, here’s 10 things you should know about supports and services offered by 91³Ô¹Ï:
1) Safety
The safety of students, faculty and staff is a top priority at 91³Ô¹Ï. The university has offices, programs and campaigns that address violence and harassment, safety on campus, environmental health and safety, fire prevention and emergency housing.
Visit the for information to help you stay safe on campus. And be sure to register for from the university via telephone, email and text.
2) Sexual and Gender Diversity
The provides education, programming, resources and advocacy on diversity for students, staff, faculty and the LGBTQ community. This includes the university’s campaign, a program that seeks to create and identify safer and more inclusive spaces for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, intersexed, queer, questioning and Two-Spirited students, staff, faculty, alumni and allies at 91³Ô¹Ï.
3) Multi-Faith Spaces
If you're wondering where to pray or meditate, 91³Ô¹Ï offers rooms for people of all faith communities to practice their religion, their traditions and rituals.
4) Indigenous Students
For those wanting to explore their Indigenous roots, 91³Ô¹Ï provides programming, services and resources for Indigenous students, providing them with a variety of supports to help them succeed. The university community is also invited to come and participate at events across the three campuses to learn more about Indigenous cultures and traditions.
5) Health and wellness
91³Ô¹Ï offers a wide range of health and wellness services. These include general health services (e.g., health check-ups, prescriptions, nutritional care) and mental health services (e.g., psychotherapy, group therapy, assault counselling).
6) International students
Whether you’re an international student studying at 91³Ô¹Ï or a domestic student considering a study abroad program or research opportunity, the university provides support and resources.
7) Accessibility
Working to create a safe and comfortable community for students to navigate their disability and related barriers, the university provides students with a network of resources, both inside and outside the classroom.
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8) Academic success
Whether you want to improve your study habits, better manage your time, work on essay-writing skills or learn how to research, 91³Ô¹Ï offers workshops, programs and tools to help you with your academic success. The university also offers where students can get individual consultations with trained writing instructors.
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9) Financial support
There are many sources of financial aid available to help you cover the costs of your 91³Ô¹Ï education. Find out more information about and view below.
10) Get connected
Be sure to follow 91³Ô¹Ï on social media to learn more about your campus, events and resources:
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For additional info on navigating services and resources, you can also check with your college, faculty or campus student life departments.