Meet a Canadian Student
A Day in the Life: Meet a Student on the TMU Campus
Visit campus and connect directly with a current undergraduate TMU student! Review our student profiles below to book a one-on-one meeting, a brief campus tour, or both.
Once your meeting is scheduled, our student will reach out to you via email to confirm visit details.
Update: March 29, 2023
Thank you to everyone who joined us for chats this semester! Wishing our students the best of luck as they wrap up their final projects and prep for exams!
AJ (she/her)
My hometown: Brampton, Ontario
My student journey to university: Mature and Transfer Student
My faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science
Best spot in Toronto: Queen Street West, I love walking around - there is a music and clothing store on the street that I like to visit in my free time.
Favourite campus spot: The Student Learning Centre! It’s a convenient location, since there are stores, restaurants, and the TTC close to campus. My current obsession is the DME, opens in new window on the 3rd floor. I will be taking some workshop classes to learn how to 3D print and use Arduinos there.
What I love about TMU: The diversity and inclusivity of the community! I am always learning from different people, and making friends. I feel like there is always room for growth, experience and creativity.
Words of wisdom: My advice is to seize as many opportunities as possible, especially the ones that pique your interest.
Alex (she/they)
My hometown: Vancouver, British Columbia
My journey to university: Mature Student
My faculty: The Creative School
Best spot in Toronto: Cloud Gardens - there’s a waterfall and greenhouse!
Favourite campus spot: Kerr Hall Quad - I love that even when we're in the heart of the city, there's still calm to be found. It's wonderful to sit on or lay on the grass on a sunny day, and plus there are almost always cute dogs!
What I love about TMU: I love how personal TMU is - there are so many ways to make my time here my own, the professors know me by name, and there are so many cool opportunities that seem like they were made for me.
Words of wisdom: Find what you're interested in and chase that - there are so many ways to get to do what you love.
Brooke (they/them)
My hometown: Delta, British Columbia
My journey to university: Transfer Student
My faculty: The Creative School
Best spot in Toronto: Ripley's Aquarium (specifically the shark tunnel!)
Favourite campus spot: Gould Street, there's always something going on!
What I love about TMU: There are so many amazing opportunities that come from going to a school in downtown Toronto. TMU prioritizes hands-on learning, which makes the possibilities endless.
Words of wisdom: If you're looking for hands-on learning with professors who know your name, TMU is the place for you.
Christina (she/they)
My hometown: London, Ontario
My journey to university: High School
What’s my faculty: Faculty of Arts
Best spot in Toronto: Chinatown - Mashion Bakery is a favourite of mine, St James Park, the waterfront, Kensington Market, The AGO.
Favourite campus spot: Kerr Hall Quad! It helps me feel more balanced in the city; to have access to trees and open green space, and it's nice to have that right on campus. It's also great to be able to meet other people, do school work, read and journal.
What I love about TMU: I get to spend time studying what I like and getting involved in leadership positions and experiences I never expected. It's great to get to explore a new city at a time when I am developing myself, my values, skills and interests.
Words of wisdom: Take in as many perspectives as you can! Take advantage of the resources and connections available!
Hooria (she/her)
Where I’m from: Brampton, Ontario
My student journey to university: High School
What’s my faculty: Faculty of Community Services
Best spot in Toronto: Toronto Flower Market
My favourite campus spot: Library 8th floor
What I love about TMU: Feeling supported in all the work and activities I do around campus.
Words of wisdom: “BE”lieve in “YOU”rself
Jess (she/her)
My hometown: Oakville, Ontario
My student journey to university: High School
My faculty: The Creative School
Best spot in Toronto: Toronto's east end! There are some really cool cafes, restaurants and shops to explore with friends.
Favourite campus spot: Oakham Cafe is my favourite campus spot. Affordable and delicious food inside a chic restaurant!
What I love about TMU: Being in the heart of downtown Toronto, there is so much to do and see!
Words of wisdom: Step outside of your comfort zone and try something new!
Kristian (he/him)
My hometown: Waterloo, Ontario
My student journey to university: High School
My faculty: Faculty of Arts
Best spot in Toronto: Toronto Island
Favourite campus spot: Sheldon & Tracy Levy Student Learning Centre - the SLC! I love the atmosphere of the building and everything that it embodies.
What I love about TMU: Getting to be a part of a diverse and unique school that differs from your typical university campus.
Words of wisdom: TMU has something for everyone. Join a club, meet new people, and make your experience one to remember.
Kristina (she/her)
My hometown: Belgrade, Serbia
My student journey to university: High School
My faculty: Faculty of Arts
Best spot in Toronto: Riverdale Park, because of its gorgeous view of the Toronto skyline
Favourite campus spot: The Kerr Hall Quad, TMU's largest green space on campus and has a view of the CN Tower!
What I love about TMU: Going to a university that is a welcoming workplace, a myriad of extracurricular opportunities, and my home away from home.
Words of wisdom: Choosing a university is the first decision of the rest of your life. Keep your standards GOLD, and make your next chapter BOLD.
Minah (she/her)
My hometown: Saint John, NB
My student journey to university: Transfer Student
My faculty: Ted Rogers School of Management
Best spot in Toronto: Ossington neighborhood. I love stopping by for coffee or vintage shopping.
Favourite campus spot: TRSM! It’s not only my home ground, but also my favourite place to study and socialize with friends. Affordable food on site as well!
What I love about TMU: I love getting to learn in class but also outside of class. I value experiential learning, and it’s one of the reasons that I got to enjoy every moment at TMU.
Words of wisdom: Don’t be afraid to ask questions!
Zoë (she/her)
My hometown: Schomberg, Ontario
My student journey to university: High School
My faculty: Faculty of Science
Best spot in Toronto: High Park
Favourite campus spot: Kerr Quad, it’s a quiet spot in the middle of the city. It also provides a bit of nature in a very urban atmosphere.
What I love about TMU: Having the freedom to do multiple activities after class. Coming from a small town, this is the complete opposite to what I was used to, and I love it.
Words of wisdom: Spend a day around campus to get a feel for the university!