New Student's Guide

New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 New College 2019–20 NEW STUDENT’S GUIDE

I New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 Contents

1 Welcome to New College 2 Fun Facts 4 Enrolment 6 After Admission 7 Course Selection 9 Degree Requirements at a Glance 10 How to Read a Course Description in the Calendar

11 Course Timetable Listings 12 New College Programs 14 New One: Learning without Borders 16 New College Resources 18 Writing Centre 19 D.G. Ivey Library

20 Student Life 22 New College Orientation 23 New College Student Council 24 New College Student Life

26 Transitioning to University Life 28 How to Ensure Success CONTACT INFO:

29 Assess Yourself Registrar’s Office 30 Your Study Environment 300 Huron Street, Room 107 Toronto, Ontario 31 Your Schedule Canada M5S 3J6 32 Tuition and Residence Fee Payments Telephone: 416-978-2460 and Deferrals E-mail: [email protected]

33 Tuition FAQs Office of Residence and Student Life 40 Willcocks St. 34 Financial Planning 2nd Floor, Wilson Hall 35 Glossary Toronto, Ontario Canada M5S 1C6 36 Campus Resources Telephone: 416-978-8875 37 Important Dates E-mail: [email protected] New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 Welcome to New College

We are so pleased that you’ve decided to make New College your home during your university years. You’re about to embark on an exciting and fulfilling journey here at the University of Toronto, and some of the most memorable years of your life will be spent here at New. You’ll have the opportunity to explore new ways of thinking and expand your understanding of the world around you.

New College is one of the most diverse colleges at the University of Toronto, with students collectively hailing from close to 100 countries around the world. Additionally, our students are enrolled in a broad range of programs at the Faculty of Arts & Science, from Neuroscience to Economics, History, Commerce and Computer Science. Our diversity is also reflected in the programs located at New College: African Studies; Buddhism, Psychology & Mental Health; Caribbean Studies; Equity Studies; Human Biology and Women & Gender Studies.

Here at New College you will find a range of opportunities to get involved in—you may be able to take part in international study opportunities in places like Belize or Kenya, join a student group, run for student council or be a part of the student leadership program. Whatever you choose to do, you’re sure to find an activity that you’ll feel at home with.

We encourage you to take part in our Orientation events from September 2 to 6, 2019. Orientation is a great opportunity to meet new friends and learn about New College, as well as prepare for your academic life here at the University of Toronto.

Just remember that you, our students, make New College the unique and vibrant place that it is! We look forward to seeing you this fall!

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Demographics Residence Life

Number of English as a first language: New College students: 880 32 41% students organized into countries represented in 20 “houses” across 3 buildings our residence community 5,600 Other first language: Female: 59% 2017 graduates: 302 21 55% residence life programs focused residence dons Male: on social, cultural, wellness as community builders 45% 890 and academic development 75% 6 New College first-year students Living Learning Communities International students come from (LLCs) student population approximately 25% 44% 100 upper-year students countries

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New College Student Life Wellness In the Courses and Leadership D.G. Ivey Library 92 400+ 23 30,000 New College courses students involved wellness/ volumes in leadership programs mental health initiatives/ 2,337 programs 159 students enrolled in 250 study spaces New College courses student-leader-training hours 1,500+ students engaged in wellness/mental health 64 15 programming computers leadership development workshops 19 2 student societies housed group study rooms in the Student Centre

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Enrolment

“New College has a wide variety of resources available for all students throughout their degree. I have benefited from booking appointments at the Registrar’s Office to ease my transition from high school to university, as well as to gain insight into my undergraduate degree. I have also spent hours studying at the Ivey Library and I never have to worry about a low battery, as they have many laptop chargers available. The library is easily accessible through New College’s tunnels, which is beneficial for any student living on residences or anyone trying to avoid the cold weather.” — Jade Ong-Tone, fourth-year Neuroscience & Physiology student

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555 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 After Admission

Welcome to New College at the University of Toronto. Now that you have been admitted to New, there are some key steps to take to get ready for the first day of classes.

1. Accept your offer of admission by June 3 or the date 6. First-year students enrol in courses beginning specified in your offer letter. You can accept your offer July 25 using ACORN. of admission at www.ouac.on.ca.

7. Call ahead (416-978-2460) for the schedule for drop-in 2. As of June 3, you can get your TCard (your student counselling on course selection at the New College card) and set up your University of Toronto email Registrar’s Office, available August 26–30. account. Read the online instructions at tcard.utoronto.ca and www.utorid.utoronto.ca. (If you live outside the Greater Toronto Area, 8. Make the minimum required payment or defer you can get your card when you arrive on campus your fees by August 28. in September.)

9. Participate in Orientation events, sponsored by 3. To learn more about course selection and have your the New College Student Council, September 2–6. questions answered, attend a Course Selection Infor- mation Session here at New College in June or July. 10. Begin classes on Thursday, September 5.

4. In addition to this guide, review the Faculty of Arts & Science Calendar and Registration Instructions & Timetable: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/current-students/ dates-deadlines.

5. As of July 19, view your course enrolment start time on ACORN: www.acorn.utoronto.ca.

6 Enrolment Course Selection

As a student in the Faculty of Arts & Science at U of T, you have an array of courses and programs available to you. There are over 2,000 courses to choose from and over 300 programs in which to study. With this many options, keep the following in mind when deciding on courses for first year.

Know Where to Find the Correct Info Online Assess Your Interests and Strengths The Faculty of Arts & Science Calendar is the key to Think about courses you liked best in high school and give understanding your degree requirements, the rules of yourself an opportunity to explore those subjects. One of the faculty and information about courses and program the advantages of being in the Faculty of Arts & Science is requirements. that you can combine different types of programs. You may have decided to do a major in science, such as Chemistry, The Registration Instructions & Timetable gives you but you can add another major in the humanities, for scheduling, course enrolment and fee payment informa- example English or History. tion and lists the course schedules and enrolment controls. It also includes all of the important sessional dates, such Consider Your Course Load as deadlines to enrol and to cancel courses. A full-time course load is 3.0–5.0 full course equivalents (FCEs). Most students take 5.0 FCEs a year in order to The Calendar, Registration Instructions and Timetable complete their degree in four years. But many students are available online at: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/ decide to take a lighter course load. Students who are current-students/dates-deadlines enrolled in up to 3.5 FCEs will be charged a per course tuition fee. Students enrolled in 4.0 and up will be charged Think about What Programs You’re Interested In the program fee. When you applied to U of T, you likely had an idea of what area of study (science, social science, humanities, Keep Your Options Open commerce) you’re interested in. Most programs have You apply for your specialist, major or minor, program(s) courses required in your first year, and these are the once you’ve completed at least 4.0 credits. When choosing courses you should consider taking. First year is also your courses for first year, pick those that give you the a time to explore topics you’re interested in, and prerequisites and background for more than one program by choosing wisely, you can begin satisfying breadth in second year. Unless you plan to do a specialist, you requirements. need to do more than one program for your degree. You may also discover a new area of study that you love but may have never before considered for your degree.

Get to Know ACORN ACORN stands for Accessible Campus Online Resource Network. It is the website used for course enrollment, updating your personal information and finding your grades and transcripts. It is where you access your fee information and invoice.

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First-Year Courses—Examples Life Sciences: Commerce: Humanities/Languages: Social Science: BIO120H1 + BIO130H1 ECO101H1 + ECO102H1 ENG140Y1 GGR107H1 + GGR124H1 CHM135H1 +CHM136H1 MAT133Y1 FSL221Y1 POL101Y1 MAT135H1 + MAT136H1 RSM100H + RSM219H1 + HIS109Y1 SOC100H1 + SOC150H1 PHY131H1 + PHY132H1 RSM230H1 + RSM250H1 PHL100Y1 + 2.0 electives + 1.0 elective + 1.0 elective + 1.0 elective (e.g., breadth requirement, (e.g., breadth requirement, (e.g., breadth requirement, (e.g., breadth requirement, 199 seminar or New One) 199 seminar or New One) 199 seminar or New One) 199 seminar or New One)

First-Year Options: First-Year Options: First-Year Options: 199 New One: FLCs: Foundation Learning without First-Year Learning Seminar Borders Communities

These courses offer small class- New One: Learning without First-Year Learning Communities room experiences (the classes are Borders is a first-year foundation (FLCs, pronounced “flicks”) capped at 24 students). Choose program that provides a small- consist of a small group of from a broad array of interesting class learning experience for students who come together as topics, such as vampires, language intellectually curious and socially a community of learners. The and advertising, how to study engaged students. For more 24 students in each learning everyday life, human viruses, details visit www.newcollege. community take two or three and video game design. The 199 utoronto.ca/academics/ courses in common, belong to courses can be used to satisfy one new-college-academic-programs/ the same college or program and breadth requirement. Course offer- newone-learning-without- receive an extracurricular nota- ings and descriptions can be found borders/. tion on their transcripts. FLCs on the faculty’s website: www. make it easier to make friends, artisci.utoronto.ca/current/course. form study groups, develop skills and succeed academically. Infor- mation on how to apply can be found on the FLC website: https://learningcommunities. utoronto.ca

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Degree Requirements at a Glance

Type of Degree Honours B.A./B.Sc. B.Com.

Number of Credits 20.0 FCEs. 20.0 FCEs (no more than 15.0 with the same 3-letter designator).

Level of Credits Max. 6.0 100-level Max. 6.0 100-level At least 6.0 300/400-level At least 6.0 300/400-level

Program Requirements • 1 Specialist, or • 1 Specialist: Accounting • 2 Majors,* or or Finance and Economics • 1 Major + 2 Minors* or Management

*must consist of 12.0 distinct credits

Cumulative Grade Point 1.85 or higher Average (GPA)

Breadth of Requirements Must take 4.0 credits either: a) at least 1.0 credit in each of any 4 of the 5 categories below OR b) at least 1.0 credit in each of any 3 of the 5 categories, and at least 0.5 credit in each of the other 2 categories

Categories: 1. Creative and Cultural Representations 2. Thought, Belief and Behaviour 3. Society and Its Institutions 4. Living Things and Their Environment 5. The Physical and Mathematical Universes

9 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 How to Read a Course Description in the Calendar

1. CHM is the course designator— 1.0 course credit in Mathematics 7. The Distribution Requirement Status in this case, it’s short for Chemistry; (MAT135H1 + MAT136H1) or MAT137Y1 of the course applies to students 220 is the course number and indicates or MAT157Y1. who began degree studies prior to the level of the course. There are 100-, September 2010. CHM220H1 is a 200-, 300- and 400-level courses; 5. Co-requisites are courses you must science course for Distribution courses for first-year students are take at the same time as this course. Requirement purposes. normally numbered at the 100-level, For instance, it is recommended that second year courses are normally you take either MAT235Y1 or MAT237Y1 8. Breadth Requirement applies to numbered at the 200-level. at the same time that you take students who began degree studies in CHM220H1. September 2010 or after. CHM220H1 2. H indicates the credit value. It is a is a category 5 course (The Physical half course worth 0.5 credit. (Y is for 6. Exclusions are courses similar and Mathematical Universes). full course, worth 1.0 credit). enough to this course that you may not receive degree credit for both. 9. / The slash means “or.” 3. 1 means taught on the St.George Cam- If you have completed in the past, or ,;&+ All these symbols mean “and.” pus (3 means Scarborough Campus, are concurrently enrolled in, any of and 5 means Mississauga Campus). the listed exclusions, you are not () Parentheses are used to group allowed to take this course as well. items together into one unit. 4. Prerequisites are the courses you In this example, you may not take need to take before you are qualified CHM220H1 if you have passed or are to take this one. For CHM220H1, you concurrently taking any of CHM225Y1, need 1.0 course credit in Chemistry CHM222H1, CHMB20H3, JCP221H5, (CHM135H1 or CHM139H1 and CHM136H1 or CHM221H5. or CHM138H1) or CHM151Y1 and

10 Enrolment How to Read Course Timetable Listings

The Registration Instructions & Timetable (www.artsci.utoronto.ca/ current-students/dates-deadlines) provides full details on how to register, select, and enrol in courses. The Timetable lists the courses offered, their schedule and uses various codes to provide enrolment information. Example Course Timetable Listing:

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ANT204H1-S Anthropology of the Contemporary World (formerly ANT204Y1) ANT

Additional course information 3

Activity Time Instructor(s) Space Availability Wait List Status / Notes LEC0101 Wednesday 14:00 – 16:00 - Bright.K. 400 of 400 available Yes: 0 student

Activity Time Instructor(s) Space Availability Wait List Status / Notes TUT0101 Thursday 10:00 – 11:00 40 of 40 available No

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1. Course Code 4. Activity Tells you the Department or College Indicates the type of academic Enrolment Controls offering the course, the level of activity being conducted. Some courses will have enrolment the course, the credit value of the LEC = lecture controls. course and which campus is offering PRA = practical the course. TUT = tutorial P, PE, R1, R2 These letters signify that courses For example, ANT204H1 is offered by 5. Time give priority (P, PE) or are restricted the Department of Anthropology (ANT), Indicates the days and times the (R1, R2,) to students in certain at the 200-level (204), has a credit activity is offered. programs of study. value of 0.5 (H = 0.5 credit; Y = 1.0 NOTE: Classes begin at 10 minutes credit) and is taught at the St. George after the hour and finish on the hour. AE, E, PE campus (1 = St. George). These letters indicate that 6. Wait List departmental approval is required 2. Session Code Tells you whether the lecture section prior to enrolment. Indicates the duration of the course. will allow you to be on a waiting list F = fall term if space is full. S = winter term Y = fall and winter terms Y = yes, there will be a waiting list N = no, there will not be a waiting list 3. Additional Course Info Click on down arrow for further Only LEC (lecture) activities can offer information. wait lists. You cannot wait list for PRA (practicals) or TUT (tutorials).

11 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 New College Programs

New College’s interdisciplinary academic programs look beyond the traditional areas of study by turning a critical eye to the relationships between the boundaries of knowledge, with an emphasis on equity, diversity and social justice. They share in common a commitment to broaden students’ experiences through close collaborations with community groups in Toronto and abroad.

Buddhism, Psychology & Mental Health (BPMH) An interdisciplinary Minor program, BPMH focuses on the growing conver- gence between Western psychology and the psychological aspects of Buddhism as expressed in the recent interest in mindfulness meditation African Studies health, black freedom, urbanization, as a means of enhancing health and The African studies program exam- African systems of thought, the slave wellness. The program allows students ines the dynamics, challenges and trade, colonialism, the postcolonial to investigate the diverse ways that processes of socio-economic, environ- state, Africa and its diaspora, Pan- Buddhist and Western psychology and mental and political transformations Africanism, and globalization. Innova- science intersect, bringing together in Africa, the varied histories, societ- tive pedagogies nurturing students’ academic, clinical and contemplative ies, ideas, institutions of Africa and its intellectual curiosity; cultivating traditions. Students choose from a diasporas through interdisciplinary engaged, creative and critical think- wide range of courses on mind, con- lenses. The interdisciplinary courses, ing; and teaching cutting-edge courses sciousness, mindfulness meditation, through innovative and critical that recognize Africa as a living place social implications and applications pedagogies, deal with cutting-edge rather than merely as a site for intel- of Buddhism, cognitive science, subjects such as political economy, lectual speculation and study inform psychotherapy and the psychology of African inventions, development, aid, our teaching. The program also offers religion. The program encourages a humanitarianism, NGOs, conflict and practical courses in African languages. critical examination of the ways that peacemaking, activism and political Additional cross-listed courses, drawn Buddhist psychology can contribute struggles, politics, African cultures, from disciplines in humanities, social to the modern understanding of migration and displacement, gender sciences and sciences, complement consciousness, wisdom, mental health and development, environment, our program offerings. and physical health.

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Caribbean Studies Caribbean Studies is an interdisciplinary program (Specialist, Major, Minor) consisting of courses on Caribbean history and society, politics and economic development, literature and thought. Courses deal with a wide range of issues, including gender, religion, culture, ethnicity, race, development, language, colonialism, the environment and regional common markets. Caribbean Studies equips Photo by Connie Tsang Connie Tsang by Photo students to think about broad, theoretical and challenging intellectual issues and to ground that expansive Equity Studies nial studies, transnational feminism, thinking in deep understanding of How do we think about social justice critical race theory, queer studies the particular historical, political, in an increasingly globalized world? and other bodies of knowledge that economic, geographical, cultural and Equity Studies is an interdisciplinary have much to say about social justice. linguistic realities of the Caribbean program (Major, Minor) that focuses Areas of emphasis include disability and its diasporas. Graduates pursue on social justice theories and practices studies, global food equity and social careers in journalism and media; in a variety of local and global advocacy. A background in Equity development, human rights and NGO- contexts. Cutting across a spectrum Studies is good preparation for many work; human resources management; of academic disciplines, the program academic endeavours and careers in community-based fundraising and brings together scholarship, com- such areas as community services, organization; artistic and cultural munity work and activism in a unique education, international development, production; social entrepreneurship; approach to undergraduate education law, human rights advocacy and teaching; academia and research; that values student experiential social work. public policy; and law. Check out the learning. Through engagement with new video about the Caribbean Stud- theoretical and historical texts in ies Program on our website. equity, students engage with postcolo- Community Engaged Learning Thinking ahead to your senior years? New College offers several community-engaged courses, including our fourth-year CEL seminars. These courses provide students the opportunity to integrate academic, experiential and practice-based learning as they participate in meaningful work in community or campus orga- nizations. Upper-level students, with various academic backgrounds, are placed with a social-purpose community or campus-based organization for several hours per week, contributing to the mission of that organization through program support work or research. As preparation, consider taking NEW270H1 Foundations for Community Engagement.

13 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 New One: Learn without Borders

Want the opportunity to acquire the critical skills necessary for success at U of T? New College offers a unique First-Year Foundation Program for intellectually curious and socially engaged students called NEW ONE: Learning without Borders. NEW ONE classes are small, with a maximum of 25 students in each class, giving you the opportunity to work closely with dynamic faculty and fellow students, and to get enhanced support in meeting university expectations for research and writing.

Why should I take New One? “New One has given me a class environment In New One you’ll acquire key academic skills by exploring, that has helped me focus on my research questioning and deepening your understanding of aspects of your daily life that can easily be taken for granted—the and critical thinking skills instead of food we eat, the languages we speak, the technology we blanket memorization. I think the skills can’t live without and the science that is part of our every- I have learned here will help me later.” day lives. NEW ONE explores the “backstory” of common activities while providing you with the tools to face some — Paul Chevallier, NEW112 of the global challenges of the 21st century.

As well as offering exciting subject matter, NEW ONE helps to prepare you for academic success with hands-on workshops on university research and writing.

The small class size provides not only closer connections with engaging faculty but also opportunity to take part in different kinds of activities, including field trips, community events, guest speakers, debates, game-based learning and small-group discussions, as well as lectures. Past field trips have been to Kensington Market, the Hacklab, Mozilla, Daniels Spectrum and even ChocoSol, for a chocolate-making workshop.

Students who are new to Toronto, as well as those who have lived here all their lives, will enjoy exploring the city and some of the many communities within it.

New One offers ten half-credit courses, five in the Fall and five in the Winter term. For the best experience, students are encouraged to sign up for one half course each term. However, NEW ONE also welcomes students who wish to join the program for only one term. NEW ONE courses satisfy Breadth Category #3, Society and its Institutions.

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Course Topics for 2019–20

FALL 2019 WINTER 2020 NEW101H NEW111H The Everyday Politics of Food Food, Ethics, and Sustainability How often do we reflect on the How do we produce and environmental, social, and economic ensure access to nutritious and impact of our everyday food choices? environmentally sustainable food for all? NEW102H Exploring Multilingual Toronto NEW112H More than 200 languages are spoken Language Freedom and Power in Toronto. How does language How do we imagine a balance connect and divide people, places, between the need for communication, and communities? freedom of expression, and protection for marginalized groups? NEW103H Digital technology and society NEW113H How have the Internet and other Unpacking Digital Technology forms of digital technology shaped What are the social and material the way we relate to the city in which implications of the digital technologies we live, our political institutions, we use every day—for the present and the people around us? and for the future?

NEW104H NEW114H Creating Community: Art for Social Change Art, Identity and Belonging How does art contribute to social How is art implicated in the process change? How do artistic productions of community building? How does art draw attention to social problems, foster a sense of community identity mobilize support for and symbolize and belonging? social movements, and inspire new visions for imagined futures? NEW106H Science, Health, & Social Justice NEW116H How can scientific knowledge and Science & Global Threats research be mobilized to impact What is the role of science in individual and global health? How addressing current global threats? is health impacted by social, racial, What are the possibilities and the and economic inequalities? limitations of scientific research and knowledge in tackling complex problems such as climate change, pandemics, and pollution?

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The Registrar’s Office New College Resources When students have a question and aren’t sure who to ask, chances are the Registrar’s Office can help them. A great advantage of the college system The New College Registrar’s Office is at the Faculty of Arts & Science is that colleges a central hub of information, for help with course and program selection, provide their students with a wide range of academic guidance, financial advice services and supports to help students achieve and much more. academic and personal goals while they attend Students can drop in or schedule a one-on-one appointment with one of U of T. At New College, students can rely on our academic advisors. Our friendly and well-informed staff are able to the Registrar’s Office to provide information answer their questions or direct them about academic matters, get support from the to the person who can.

Writing Centre and learn research strategies The range of support services offered at the D.G. Ivey Library. The Office of Residence by the Registrar’s Office includes: and Student Life offers a wide range of • course enrolment and registration, • information about degree programming throughout the year. Services requirements, • advice about learning and are available to all New College students study skills, during their degree studies. • guidance on adjusting to life at university, • grant and scholarship applications, and • appeals or petitions for special consideration.

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On-Location Advisors New College offers a range of on- location advisors who are available to help with the transition into first year.

• Learning Strategist Our learning strategist offers guidance on how to develop sustainable study habits, prepare for exams, tackle heavy reading loads, over- come writer’s block, craft research projects, navigate academic culture and make the most of online tools for The Office of Residence students in the Faculty of Arts & learning and collaborating. and Student Life Sciences in areas of reading, writing The Office of Residence and Student and oral communication skills. • Career Educator Life at New College is concerned ELL011H Intensive Academic English, The New College Career Educator about the life of students outside the a free non-credit intensive course, is can meet with students to help revise classroom. The more a student puts offered twice a year: in late April/early and develop their resumé, teach into their time at U of T, the more they May and late August. Weekly Com- interview techniques, explore long- will gain from it. Though academic munication Cafés are a great way to term career options and assist with studies will be students’ priority learn new vocabulary, practise making job searches. during their time here at U of T, life effective presentations, learn how to at the university is about so much communicate with professors and TAs • International Student Advisor more than just attending lectures and make friends with people who Professionals from the Centre for and preparing for exams. want to speak English with you. This International Experience offer is also a chance to earn a Certificate of advice about housing, employment, Student Life and Leadership program- Participation, which will be noted on socializing, international exchange ming at New College exists to provide your Co-Curricular Record (CCR). opportunities and getting involved students with programs, resources and on campus—especially for our inter- opportunities to venture outside the Keeping on top of the readings for national students. Our advisor can classroom. The events and programs your courses can be not only time- also work with domestic students to we offer are aimed at helping students consuming but a challenge. Taking plan study-abroad opportunities. find their niche, discover their leader- part in the Reading eWriting initiative ship potential, build their resumé and allows you to develop more effective • Accessibility Services make social connections, all while reading and writing skills by exchang- Students can meet with an Acces- they enjoy their time as a student and ing emails about readings of your sibility Services (AS) advisor for receive support to succeed. choice with a writing instructor. And help and support to register with AS join the English Language Learning and create an accommodation plan. We encourage students to get involved Student Association (ELLSA) for fur- The AS Advisors can help facilitate with one or more of the Office of ther opportunities to become engaged accommodations plans with stu- Residence and Student Life’s many in campus life and develop English dent’s instructors and staff. offerings: volunteer opportunities, skills while making friends. Students leadership training, workshops, of all levels of English ability are wel- • Counselling (Health and mentoring, sports, student clubs, come and encouraged to participate. Wellness) social nights and much more. Students can meet with a counsellor For more information about the from Health and Wellness for short- English Language Learning (ELL) English Language Learning Program, term counselling on a wide-range The ELL Program provides support visit www.artsci.utoronto.ca/current/ of concerns, such as relationship with academic English development advising/ell. problems, interpersonal issues, for multilingual undergraduate depression and anxiety.

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Writing Centre

The Writing Centre provides personalized, one-on-one sessions with highly skilled instructors to help you develop your thinking and writing at university.

“Some of my deepest Meeting with one of our friendly construct coherent arguments, pres- learning happens in the and supportive instructors is one ent evidence persuasively, develop of the most effective ways of improv- critical reading skills and express ideas Writing Centre. The one-on- ing your writing, whether you are in clear prose. Essentially, the Writing one appointments offer an working on your very first university Centre provides a place for you to talk opportunity not only to essay or your first publication. We about your ideas and learn how to work with students at all stages of the better communicate them. improve my academic and research and writing process, across creative writing skills but all fields of study, and on all genres of Visit us early in the term to get your assignments, including lab reports, year off on the right track! You can also to engage with fellow essays, business reports, policy briefs also come by our drop-in space, the scholars in conversations and research proposals. All of our Writing Room, or attend one of our that test my understanding instructors hold graduate degrees writing retreats. We welcome multi- in their fields. lingual students who are working in of course material and English as an additional language. enhance my ability to Our free 50-minute sessions are geared think critically.” to you, the student, and to the par- For more information about our ticular paper you are working on. Our programs and to book appointments, — fourth-year Women instructors can help you improve ana- visit us online at www.newcollege. & Gender Studies major lytic skills, formulate a strong thesis, utoronto.ca/writing.

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D.G. Ivey Library

The D.G. Ivey Library is one of the best-kept secrets on campus. It’s a bright, quiet study space with access to the tools and resources you need to complete your assignments and study for your tests and exams.

“I only started taking In the library you’ll find over 100 preferred device charged through the advantage of the services study spaces, as well as rooms for day? We have those, too! groups to study or work on projects at D.G. Ivey Library in my together. Printing for New College students is third year of studies, and the cheapest on campus at just 3¢/ when I realized how much The 64 computers in the library pro- page (30¢/page for colour). vide you with access to the technology it had to offer, I wished you need for getting your assignments You can also find support for your I’d started going on day one! completed. Alternatively, you can academic work in the library. The sign out one of the library’s MacBook librarians—Jeff Newman and Aneta The librarian, Jeff Newman, Pros, Dell laptops or iPads to take Kwak—can help you develop strong goes out of his way to help with you to class or your preferred library and online research skills students with research place to work and study. You can that will enhance your research, access productivity software such as writing and other academic projects. queries—he has useful tips Microsoft Office as well as a suite of Stop by the library or request an and tricks that have been assistive technology, including JAWS, appointment online at http://uoft.me/ improving my research ZoomText, Kurzweil 3000 and Dragon iveyconsultations. on the library computers and Dell and writing process.” laptops. Or perhaps you just need a — third-year Equity Studies major battery pack and a cable to keep your

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“I am not sure why but the New College Residence is the easiest place to meet people I have ever been in. It might be the crowd-gathering lounges or the huge cafeteria, I don’t know. What I do know is that it would have been impossible to spend a year here without all the friends I have made along the way. The friendships that I have seen form between these walls might last a lifetime, and I am very glad to have been a part of it all.” — Francisco Sandoval Macias, third-year Student and Lester B. Pearson Scholarship recipient

20 21 New2019 College Orientation New Student’s Coordinators Guide 2019–20, Jade Ong-Tone and Alexandra Sabzparvar.

New College Orientation, September 2– 6, 2019

Transitioning to university can be will guide you through the new and Orientation Week is a both exciting and intimidating. exciting things U of T has to offer while great way to build strong friend- Orientation helps make your transition also helping you to navigate situations ships and school spirit within a little easier and a lot more fun. Our that may seem more challenging. the New College community! program is designed to help you make Orientation includes a campus tour, It will help ease your transition the best possible start to university which will help you locate your classes; into the vast community found life by offering you events and oppor- introductions to student clubs; expla- at U of T. New College will soon tunities to develop academic skills. nations about how university exams become your home away from Orientation is also an occasion for you and papers differ from those written in home as you form meaningful to build social networks and academic high school; and other important connections and unforgettable connections in your new community. answers to the many questions first- memories.” It is an excellent way to discover stu- year students are bound to have. dent life on campus. — Jade Ong-Tone & Orientation is five days filled with Alexandra Sabzparvar, Orientation introduces you to New easy-to-navigate academic programs, New College Orientation College, the University of Toronto and fun social excursions, wellness events Coordinators life in Toronto. Student leaders, who and everything a new student needs a year or two ago were in your shoes, for the best possible start at U of T.

22 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 New College Student Council

New College Student The New College Student Council Council, the University of Toronto Council (NCSC) has provided (NCSC) is made up of elected members Student Union and the St. George me with a family here in Toronto. of the New College student body. Roundtable, which is the collabora- It is a place where you can find NCSC plays an important role in social tive body of elected student council your greatest of friends or simply programming, campus athletics, presidents and heads of colleges and someone who is there to listen. educational and awareness cam- faculties at the University of Toronto, NCSC has allowed me to be a part paigns, student organization funding St. George Campus. of a community full of motivat- and college governance. In addition, ing individuals that have helped NCSC supports ongoing initiatives NCSC prides itself on offering some- me grow as an individual; it truly at New College, such as Orientation, thing for every New College student. scholarships and awards, and facilities Watch out for signature events, such is the forefront of students upgrades, to name just a few. as the Semi-Formal, Grilled Cheese helping students.” Giveaway and Halloween Haunt. Take —Manuela Zapata, Consisting of representatives from part in informational sessions like NCSC President various academic programs and Mythbusters, Housing Seminars and 2019–2020 academic years, the elected NCSC resumé-building workshops. Get members work to ensure that their active with any one of the awesome constituents’ voices are heard and intramural teams. We have basketball, that matters concerning the hockey, Ultimate frisbee, volleyball 2019–20 New College Student student body are attended and much more. Better yet, join one of Council Executive; Reinald De Leon (VP Administration), Mohammed Ali to. Further, members of the NCSC’s many committees and get (VP Finance), Lucy Zuo (VP Student Life) NCSC represent New College directly involved with NCSC program- and Manuela Zapata (President). students at New College ming, planning and advocacy efforts.

New CollegeNew Student’s Guide 2019–20 24 of the many clubs and groups. the New College Student Council, the New College Residence Council or one various educational and social pursuits. You also may want to get involved in such as our Student Voice Let’s Project, Talk Days, mentorship programs and College, you will have opportunities to take in many part enriching activities, support students’ academic and personal success. As astudent at New all development, of leadership which and engagement learning, community experiential programming, co-curricular and extracurricular students offers At of the heart the New College experience student is its life. The college New College Student Life

All photos on pages 6–7 by Connie Tsang Living at New—Residence Life further supports. They also help to Beyond programming, commuter The New College Residence, compris- organize social, educational and aca- dons serve as leaders within the ing three buildings, provides a vibrant demic activities within the residence. community and are available for community for over 850 students. The dons have an important role in commuter student advising and Residence is more than just a place to maintaining order in the house and support when needed. Through live; it is a home, a place to make life- encouraging individuals to avoid outreach efforts, commuter dons long friends and an abundant resource behaviour that may negatively impact build networks to foster social of programs and services that support other residents. and academic supports and relay the student experience. We aim to valuable and timely information to extend learning beyond the classroom Living Learning Communities students commuting to U of T. by providing a host of extracurricular A Living Learning Community (LLC) and co-curricular activities to develop is a focused residence experience DRIVE Leadership Program students’ understanding of the world that brings together students sharing The New College dRivE Leadership beyond campus. an interest in and around a particular Program is a co-curricular opportunity topic. Led by an energetic and expe- designed to supplement the academic New College offers unique living rienced don, the LLC is developed to experience by engaging the three environments catering to the engage students in intensive program- tenets of the Social Change Model of differing needs of our student body. ming supported by related academic Leadership: individual growth, group These include multi-faculty commu- departments from within the college development and community experi- nities, Living Learning Communities and across the institution. A special ence. These themes are reflected in (LLCs) specific to areas of study or feature of LLCs is the opportunity it the program workshops and certificate interest and single-sex as well as provides students to contribute to a requirements. Participating in this co-educational communities. New legacy project—giving back to the col- program will enhance your ability to College also offers three room options lege community in a meaningful way. create change in your personal devel- for residents: traditional single and We have six vibrant LLCs: Women’s opment, academic life and student double rooms, as well as our bed-over- Leadership, Life (+) Sciences, Equity community. To learn more about desk double rooms. Each room comes and Identity, HeART & Wellness, Inno- this program, please visit the Office furnished with a bed, desk, desk vation and Technology (iTECH) and of Residence and Student Life or our chair and wardrobe. Global Connections. For more infor- website at www.newcollege.utoronto. mation about LLCs, please visit our ca/studentlife/. Residence Dons website: www.newcollege.utoronto.ca/ Dons are full-time students who work current-students/residence. Career Mentorship Program to support student activities and aca- For over 20 years, the New College demics in residence. Generally senior Commuter Dons Career Mentorship Program has undergraduate students or graduate Commuter dons are upper-year helped to increase students’ exposure students, dons are able to draw from New College students who help create to ideas, connections and friend- their own experiences as students to community, foster a positive learning ships while developing their career assist residents in navigating the uni- environment, answer questions and trajectory. Mentors and mentees versity and also personal issues that provide student life programming for are connected according to personal may arise during the transition into our commuter students. All programs interests and career aspirations, first year. Dons provide leadership, and events offered by commuter dons ensuring a meaningful exchange support, academic referrals and advice are commuter-friendly, accessible for both students and their alumni to residents, and direct students for and affordable. mentors.

25 Transitioning to University Life

“After I accessed some of the resources at New College, I discovered how there were all sorts of supports available that were here to help me improve and develop as a student. The Writing Centre, the Registrar and the Office of Residence and Student Life played a large part in helping me succeed in my first year.” — Dawson Wigle, fourth-year student and residence don

26 27 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 How to Ensure Success

In many ways, your university studies will be a continuation of what you did in high school. There will be some adjustments to make, however, as you may find that some of the methods that worked for you in high school may not be as effective in university. You’ll have an increased workload and you’ll find that greater responsibility is placed on you to acquire your education by planning and completing your assignments, doing independent research and attending lectures, tutorials and labs. If you don’t show up for classes, or fail to turn in an assignment, “the office” will not phone your home to check up on you. This freedom is generally a positive thing, something you’re ready for, but it can take some getting used to. It may impact your academics if you haven’t learned how to manage your time effectively.

Take Control of Your Time Know Your Timetable Take stock of your week. You have more time than you Make up a weekly timetable (see page 31): think you do. After sleeping, eating and attending class, you will still likely have 50–60 hours left in the week. • Fill in lectures, tutorials, labs, part-time job hours. • Fill in your planned study time. To effectively plan how to use these hours: Create a Term Timetable Each week has 168 hours. After you assign time for— • Know your course requirements (usually outlined by the instructor in the first week of classes). • sleeping (56 hours), • You will find that your courses tend to have tests, • eating (17 hours), assignments, etc., scheduled in roughly the same • travelling/commuting (10 hours), weeks in the school year. Properly pacing your • class time (15–20 hours, depending on the study time is vital. type of courses you are in), • Work back from your deadlines and plan when you will do what. there are still around 60 hours for other activities. This should allow enough time for studying and extra- Find Out about Campus Services curricular/part-time job commitments. For each hour and Other Resources of class you should allot approximately 2–3 hours of There are many sources of help on campus—e.g., writing study time. centres, math aid centres, the Academic Success Centre, the Registrar’s Office. (Many of these offices are listed on page 36.) Don’t be shy about seeking help.

28 Transitioning to University Life Assess Yourself

It is important to know what study skills you already have and where you need to improve so that you can anticipate the kind of support you might need and where you’ll benefit from extra focus. Evaluate your strengths and weaknesses by taking a few moments to consider the following:

Yes No

Do you have a system for planning your work? ••

Are your notes and class handouts well-organized •• and easy to locate?

Do you read ahead before lectures? ••

Do you have time to do the things you want to do? ••

Do you ask for help when you need it? ••

Are you able to set and meet deadlines? ••

How would you rank yourself in the following areas:

Poor OK Good

Writing skills (essays and note taking) •••

Reading skills (speed and comprehension) •••

Ability to assign priorities •••

Ability to keep to a schedule •••

Asking for help when you need it •••

Ability to relax •••

Depending on your answers to the above, you may feel that you need extra support to develop better study habits/ time-management skills. For help in this area, refer to the Academic Success Centre website: www.asc.utoronto.ca.

29 Photos on this page b y Connie Tsang on this page b Photos

Your Study Environment

Where you study can have an effect • Is the place relatively free of on how you study. The idea of review- distractions (e.g., tv, social media, ing your notes before a test at a coffee people chatting)? shop is appealing but seldom works • Does it have good lighting and well because of the many distractions ventilation? in the shop. Studying in the living • Is there a suitable chair and room when the tv is on and other writing surface? people are talking will probably lead • Is it properly set up for your to disastrous results on your test. computer needs? Find one or two places that you go to • Do you have paper, pens, etc.? regularly and that are conducive to • Have you set up a good, readily studying. accessible filing system Remember that campus libraries are for notes, etc.? great places to study.

30 Transitioning to University Life Your Schedule

The sample schedule 1. Fill in all “committed” time— i.e. classes and class locations, part-time jobs, volunteer work, sports, clubs, travel time. below shows an example 2. Fill in time for eating, studying, house-keeping chores. of how you might structure 3. Schedule study time for reading ahead for classes, reviewing lectures and notes and planning and completing assignments. your week. When creating 4. Be sure to schedule time to relax and have fun. For example, you can spend an hour between classes to go to the gym or your schedule, keep in meet up with friends. mind the following points. 5. Give yourself enough time to complete your tasks—just completing the readings for one course can take much more time than you estimate.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

7–8am Breakfast 7–8am Breakfast 7–8am Breakfast

8–9am 8–9am 8–9am Travel time Travel time Travel time

9–10am 9–10am 9–10am 9–10am 9–10am 9–10am 9–10am MAT135H1F Breakfast MAT135H1F Breakfast MAT135H1F Breakfast Breakfast L0102 L0102 L0102

10–11am 10–11am BIO120H1F 10–11am 10am–1pm 10–1pm BIO120H1F Travel time L0101 Study and reading Part-time work Study and reading L0101

11–12pm 11–12pm 11–12pm 11–12pm PHY131H1F Intramural PHY131H1F Study and reading L0101 soccer L0101

12–1pm 12–1pm 12–1pm 12–1pm 12–1pm CHM136H1F Lunch CHM136H1F Lunch CHM136H1F L0201 with team L0201 L0201

1–2pm Lunch 1–2pm Lunch Travel time 1–2pm Lunch 1–2pm Lunch 1–2pm Lunch

2–3pm 2–3pm 2–5pm 2–3pm 2–3pm 2pm–5pm 2–3pm Study and reading Study and reading BIO120H1F CHM136H1F Study and reading Part-time work Clean room P0101 P0201

3–5pm 3–5pm 3–4pm 3–5pm 3–5pm CCR199Y1Y PHY131H1F Meet with friends Student Leadership Free time L0271 P0203 workshop

4–5pm Study and reading

5–6pm 5–6pm 5–6pm 5–6pm 5–6pm 5–6pm 5–7pm Travel time Dinner Travel time MAT135H1F Travel time Dinner Dinner T5301

6–7pm 6–7pm 6–7pm 6–7pm 6–7pm Dinner Math study group Dinner Travel time Dinner

7–10pm 7–10pm 7–10pm 7–8pm Study and reading Study and reading Study and reading Study and reading

8–9pm 8–11pm 8–10pm Dinner Meet with friends Study and reading

9–10pm 9–10pm Dragonboat Meet with friends

10–11pm Travel time

11pm onward 11pm onward 11pm onward 11pm onward 11pm onward 11pm onward 11pm onward Sleep Sleep Sleep Sleep Sleep Sleep Sleep

31 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 Tuition and Residence Fee Payments and Deferrals

Attending university is a big Residence Fees* The cost of living at New College in 2019–20 ranges from investment and it is essential that $11,445 to $15,720 depending on the choice of meal plan and assigned room type. students have a solid financial plan before starting classes. It is Wilson and Wetmore Halls Meal Plan Single Double Bed-over- important to encourage students desk (Wilson Hall only) to create a budget and try to Plan 15 $14,470 $12,895 $11,445 keep to it as much as possible. Plan 330 $14,270 $12,695 $11,245

Carte Blanche $15,095 $13,520 $12,070

45 Willcocks Meal Plan Single Double Plan 15 $15,095 $13,495

Plan 330 $14,895 $13,295

Carte Blanche $15,720 $14,120 *Pending final approval. Program Fee Tuition Costs 2018–2019 fees Meal Plans Fees for Tuition Costs Incidental Total Full-time (estimate) Fees (estimate) Plan 15: With this plan, students may have up to 15 all- Students (estimate) you-care-to-eat meals per week in the dining hall (of the Domestic $6,780 $1,510 $8,180 21 meals offered. If most of their 15 meals are used each Students week, this plan is the second most economical plan, International $54,280 $2,160 $56,440 after Plan 330. Students (incl. UHIP) Plan 330: With this least expensive plan, enjoy up to How to Pay Your Fees 330 meals during the academic year, or an average of Beginning mid-July, you can view your fees account on 10 meals per week, in the dining hall. ACORN (www.acorn.utoronto.ca) to see the fee charges and print your invoice. Payments can be made at a bank. Carte Blanche: This plan offers maximum flexibility for student dining enjoyment—unlimited access to the You must either make at least the minimum required fee dining hall during regular hours of operation. Enjoy payment to register or defer the fees by August 28. Students breakfast, lunch and dinner, and drop in for coffee and who do not pay through their bank or officially defer by muffins, as well as afternoon and late-night snacks August 28 will be removed from their courses. For full with this convenient plan. details and payment instructions, please see the Office of Student Accounts website at www.fees.utoronto.ca.

Note: Fees are set by Governing Council each spring.

32 Transitioning to University Life Tuition Fee FAQs

How do I pay my fees? How do I know if my fee payment What is UTAPS? Tuition and residence fees can be paid has been received by the University? University of Toronto Advance through a bank in Canada or, by credit You’ll be able to see your fee payments Planning for Students (UtAPS) is card online. Keep your stamped Fees on ACORN in the financial account a financial aid program for full-time Invoice receipt and any bank receipt section. Payments typically take domestic students who are eligible as your proof of payment. If you use 3–5 business days to be processed. for a government student loan. For online or telephone banking, make a students who are assessed by OSAP note of the confirmation number. When should I apply for (or other provincial loans) as requir- student loans? ing maximum assistance and whose What if I’m paying from If you intend to apply for a loan from assessed need is not fully covered outside Canada? OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance by the student loan, the University There are two options for paying fees Program), submit your application will ensure that the unmet need is from abroad. online (osap.gov.on.ca) as early met through a UtAPS grant. as possible and by June 15. It takes 1. WU GlobalPay 8–10 weeks for processing. What is a fee deferral? The University of Toronto has If you are receiving a government partnered with WU GlobalPay for When is my OSAP loan released? student loan or band funding, you Students to allow students from OSAP loans are applied to your student may be able to defer your fees without countries other than Canada to fees account in the first week of making the minimum payment make the Canadian-dollar payment classes is September and January. In required to register. A fee deferral is in the currency of choice at a local September, 60% of your total OSAP is a special arrangement between you bank, at a competitive exchange released, and in January the remain- and the University if you are unable to rate and with no transaction charges ing 40% is released. make the minimum tuition payment. from WU GlobalPay or the Univer- Students who qualify for a fee deferral sity of Toronto. What kind of financial aid is do so with the understanding that available at New College? this arrangement temporarily delays 2. Bank Draft Bursaries and grants (non-repayable) their need to make their tuition Send a bank draft or money order are available to students who qualify payment until their student aid in Canadian funds, payable to for OSAP loans or funding from funding arrives. the University of Toronto. Mail or another province or territory, or from courier the fee payment to: a First Nations band. Apply online Can I pay with my scholarship? through ACORN as of the first day of If you are receiving a scholarship University of Toronto classes in September. that is worth more than your mini- Student Accounts mum required payment, you may be 215 Huron Street, 3rd Floor able to defer your fees without making Toronto, Ontario the minimum payment required to Canada, M5S 1A2 register. Submit a copy of your award letter, a completed deferral form and a All payments must be accompanied copy of your Fees Invoice to the Office by the student’s name, student num- of Student Accounts (215 Huron St.). ber and (if possible) the student’s The deferral form is available online program of study, or a copy of your (www.fees.utoronto.ca). Remember to financial account in invoice format make payments for any fee balance printed from ACORN. remaining.

Please see the Making a Fee Payment section of the Student Accounts website for full instruction. www.fees.utoronto.ca. 33 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 Financial Planning

Take some time to review your resources and expenses for the upcoming academic year (September to April). Plan now to reduce the chance of financial shortfalls during the term.

Income Expenses

Savings (before paying fees) $ Tuition Fees $

Earnings from Part-Time Job $ Books and Supplies $ (during the school year)

Family Contribution $ Computer $

Government Loans (e.g., oSAP) $ Residence/Rent $

Government Income $ Food $ (e.g., Family Benefits, Orphan’s Benefits)

Scholarships/Awards $ Telephone (Cell)/Internet $

Income Tax Refund, GST $ Transportation $

Other (e.g., RESP) $ Medical/Dental $

Miscellaneous (e.g., personal, $ clothing, furnishings)

Total $ Total $

Income Total—Expenses Total = $ *

*If this amount is less than zero, you have a financial shortfall; if it is greater than zero, you have a financial surplus.

34 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 Glossary

ACORN Co-requisite Recommended Preparation Acronym for Accessible Online A course that must be taken at Course(s) recommended to acquire Campus Resource Network, an the same time as another course. advantageous background material, online tool for students. ACORN is E.g., MAt135H (first-year Calculus) but which are not required. also known as the Student Web is a co-requisite for PHY131H Services (SWS). Students use ACORN (first-year Physics). TCard to add, cancel and waitlist courses, The official University of Toronto see final grades and confirm intention Fee Deferral student identification, including the to graduate. Students can view their A fee deferral indicates a financial student’s photograph and student entire academic record, request or arrangement that enables qualified number. The TCard is used for student declare programs (minors, majors, students to register without making identification purposes within the specialists), order transcripts, update the minimum required payment. university. their contact information and view Students who qualify for OSAP or their financial account balances. other student loans are usually Transcript eligible for a fee deferral. An official record of all courses taken Bachelor’s Degree and grades obtained. Students can The degree you receive from the Full Course Equivalent (FCE) request transcript requests on ACORN. Faculty of Arts & Science upon A full course equivalent (FCE) refers completing your university studies as to 1.0 credit. A full credit course is UTORid an undergraduate student. Students indicated by a Y designation (e.g., A student’s username used with a have the option of completing an ENG140Y). A half course is indicated password to log in to various online Honours Bachelor of Arts, Honours by an H designation (e.g., MAt135H). academic support services and in Bachelor of Science or Bachelor computer labs. of Commerce degree. Grade Point Average (GPA) A system used by the Faculty of Arts UTmail+ Account Breadth Requirement & Science to determine your academic A student’s individual U of T email Breadth requirements are degree standing at the end of each session. address and the primary manner requirements that ensure all students by which the University will contact graduating with an honours degree Cumulative GPA (CGPA) students. It is mandatory for all from the Faculty of Arts & Science An average grade for all the courses U of T students to record this email have completed courses across a broad you have taken. address on ACORN. range of subjects as part of their undergraduate education. Sessional GPA (SGPA) An average grade for all the courses Calendar taken in any one session—Fall and The official Faculty of Arts & Science Winter, or Summer. listing of degrees, programs, course descriptions and Faculty of Arts & Annual GPA (AGPA) Science rules and regulations. An average grade for all courses taken in the Fall and Winter session together.

Prerequisite A course that must be successfully completed in order for you to be qualified to take a specific course.

35 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 Campus Resources

There are many services on campus that can assist you in adjusting to and coping with university life. Take advantage of these resources. Don’t be afraid to ask for help—staff and faculty are knowledgeable about where assistance is available.

Listed below are some of the student services on campus.

Resource Where Type of Assistance Telephone

Academic Success Centre Koffler Student Time management; study/ 416-978-7970 www.asc.utoronto.ca Services Centre learning skills; resource library 214 College St.

Accessibility Services 455 Spadina Ave., Services to persons with 416-978-8060 www.accessibility.utoronto.ca 4th Floor, a disability Suite 400

Athletic Centre 55 Harbord St. Organized sports; fitness 416-978-3436 www.kpe.utoronto.ca/ classes; track; swimming facilities-memberships

Career Centre Koffler Student Career counsellors; reference 416-978-8000 www.careers.utoronto.ca Services Centre library; job registry; seminars; 214 College St. resumé and interview sessions

Community Safety Office 21 Sussex Ave., Information and advice 416-978-1485 www.communitysafety.utoronto.ca 2nd Floor on personal safety

Family Care Office Koffler Student Child care; elder care 416-978-0951 www.familycare.utoronto.ca Services Centre information and advice 214 College St.

First Nations House 563 Spadina Ave., Provides culturally relevant 416-978-8227 www.fnh.utoronto.ca 3rd Floor services to Indigenous students

Hart House 7 Hart House Athletic facilities; clubs; 416-978-2452 www.harthouse.utoronto.ca Circle art gallery; social events

Health & Wellness Centre Koffler Student Offers a wide range of medical 416-978-8030 www.healthandwellness.utoronto.ca Services Centre and mental health services 214 College St.

Multi-Faith Centre 569 Spadina Ave. Religious and spiritual 416-946-3120 www.multifaith.utoronto.ca support and counselling

36 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20 Important Dates

July 19 Check your start time for course enrolment on ACORN (If admitted to second or third year, you may view your start time earlier) July 25 First day of course enrolment on ACORN (www.rosi.utoronto.ca). (If admitted to second or third year, your enrolment date is earlier) August 2 Some course enrolment controls lifted August 28 Deadline for fee payment or official deferral September 2 Labour Day—university closed September 2–6 Orientation September 5 Classes begin September 18 Deadline to enrol in Fall Session (F) and Fall/Winter Session (Y) courses that begin in September October 14 Thanksgiving November 4 Deadline to cancel Fall Session (F) courses November 4–8 Fall Reading Week. No classes! December 4 Last day of classes All term work for Fall Session (F) courses to be submitted December 6 Study break December 7–20 Examinations December 23–January 3 Winter holidays January 6 Winter Session (S) classes begin January 19 Deadline to enrol in Winter Session (S) courses that begin in January February 17 Family Day—university closed February 17 Deadline to cancel Fall/Winter Session (Y) courses February 17–21 Winter Reading Week. No classes! March 15 Deadline to cancel Winter Session (S) courses April 3 Last day of classes April 6–25 Exam period April 10 Good Friday—university closed

37 New College New Student’s Guide 2019–20