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Presentations

Watch a presentation to learn more about starting your studies at Concordia, your Faculty, the study skills you’ll need to thrive at university and the perks of student life that await you. 

Welcome Session

On demand – 55 minutes

Welcome to Orientation! Start your day with this session for some essential tips on the graduate student journey, information on academic regulations and to hear from our Graduate Connection Panelists (followed by a live Q&A). 

Presenters:
Laura Mitchell - Executive Director, Student Services and Student Success Centre
Caroline Dani - Student Advocate and Academic Integrity Coordinator
Cynthia Raso - Manager, graduate Awards and Postdoctoral Studies
Kristy Clarke - Manager, Academic Programs and Development, GradProSkills
Jared Wiercinski - Associate University Librarian, Research & Graduate Studies
Monica Boulos - First-year Support Counsellor, Student Success     

                       

What new international students should know

On demand – 60 minutes

Find out about working in Canada, your health insurance plan and much more!
*Note: information provided in this session was according to regulations on August 19, 2021.

Presenter:
Tatiana Gomez - Lawyer, International Students Office 

 

Academic integrity at Concordia

On demand – 25 minutes

In this presentation, you will learn about the Academic Code of Conduct and how it applies to your graduate studies.

Presenter:
Caroline Danis - Student Advocate and Academic Integrity Coordinator

 

Introduction to Library services

On demand – 35 minutes

This session will help you discover research tools and services indispensable for graduate studies at Concordia in all subject areas. You will discover Library services, resources, and perks reserved for grad students only, as well as learn tips for optimizing access to research resources from on and off-campus.

Presenter:
Michael Groenendyk - Digital Scholarship Librarian
  

Getting involved and making connections

On demand – 25 minutes

Wondering how to find a sense of community this fall? Join our Welcome Crew Mentors to learn how you can get involved in campus life. They'll provide tips on connecting with your classmates and the greater Montreal community via student services and student associations.

Presenters:
Daniela Beltran Jimenez - Welcome Crew Mentor
Farhana Jumki Haque - Welcome Crew Mentor
 

Effective reading strategies

On demand – 30 minutes

This session will help you to manage graduate-level reading workloads by introducing and explaining effective reading strategies. By the end of the session, you will understand when to read for time versus comprehension and apply practical note-taking and organization strategies.

Presenter:
Eileen Holowka - GradProSkills Facilitator
 

Increasing your productivity in grad school

On demand – 30 minutes

In this session, we will explore techniques for a healthy work-life balance and provide you with tips and tools to effectively manage your time and be more productive in grad school.

Presenter:
Christiane Meyer - GradProSkills Facilitator

 

Funding opportunities for graduate students

On demand – 35 minutes

Learn to navigate the world of scholarships and awards, and identify ways to benefit from their support. From evaluating your eligibility to drafting a competitive application, we will discuss several opportunities from government funders at the provincial (FRQNT, FRQS, FRQSC) and federal (SSHRC, NSERC, and CIHR) levels. This session will include general tips and strategies on making sure your application stands out!

Presenter:
Michael Verwey - Developer, Graduate Fellowships, School of Graduate Studies

 

So you want to be a TA?

On demand – 30 minutes

This session will introduce you to the world of teaching assistants (TA). You will understand the TA role, how to get a TA position, and what you need to become a successful TA. You will also learn about some resources that might be helpful to get you started.

Presenter:
Benoit Eclache - GradProSkills Facilitator
 

Adapting to online learning

On demand – 30 minutes

This session offers practical tips on how to make the best out of online learning. Topics include scheduling strategies, organization tips, effective communication methods, and advice on structuring your workplace. The session also introduces resources that Concordia offers to enhance the online learning experience.

Presenter:
Eileen Holowka - GradProSkills Facilitator
 

Stress management: A practical guide

On demand – 35 minutes

In this presentation, you will learn how stress affects the body and review the signs and symptoms of stress and common causes. You will also learn various effective stress management strategies, including relaxation techniques, problem-solving strategies, and cognitive strategies.

Presenter:
Owen Moran - Health Promotion Specialist
 

Cheating and other academic offenses: Everything you should know

On demand – 20 minutes

This presentation will strengthen students’ understanding of Concordia’s Academic Code of Conduct, various offences and sanctions. Students will benefit from learning about Concordia’s expectations for academic integrity and original work.

Presenters:
Sarvi Ezzatpour, Student Advocate
 

Getting into the graduate mindset

On demand – 25 minutes

Being a graduate student is hard work, but gratifying at the same time. Learn how to approach tasks strategically, stay focused and deal with the unexpected.

Presenters:
Richard Greco - Coordinator, Student Learning Services
 

Navigating My CU Account

On demand – 25 minutes

In this session, our Welcome Crew Mentors, will cover the basics of using the My CU Account in the newly launched Student Hub. They'll show you the features of the Student Centre, how to access student services, as well as adding, dropping and swapping courses.

Presenters:
Khalil Koudary - Welcome Crew Mentor
Clara Freeman-Cole - Welcome Crew Mentor

 

Concordia's online learning tools explained

On demand – 25 minutes

Join the Welcome Crew Mentors to learn all about the avrious online platforms and tools you will be using to access your courses, attend online lectures, submit assignments, write exams and more.

Presenters:
Catherine Starr-Prenovost - Welcome Crew Mentor
Mohammad Delpasand Moghadam - Welcome Crew Mentor

First Year Experience

Contact us

514-848-2424, ext. 7369 / 5901
new@concordia.ca

Locations

Sir George Williams Campus
Room H-757

Loyola Campus
Room AD-101

Office hours

SGW office:
Monday to Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

LOY office: 
Monday to Wednesday,
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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