New Students
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts
On behalf of our faculty and staff, it is our pleasure to welcome you to Toronto Metropolitan University and to the Faculty of Arts! We are pleased that you have decided to pursue your undergraduate degree studies with us and hope that you will find it a rewarding experience. We want to be sure that your transition to university is as smooth as possible.
Accessibility
The Faculty of Arts is committed to ensuring that all events are accessible and inclusive. Please contact stulife@torontomu.ca at least two weeks prior to the event if you have any particular accommodation requirements.
Welcome all incoming Faculty of Arts students for Fall 2024! Please see important information below which will be updated throughout July and August. We look forward to welcoming you on campus!
The transition to university is an exciting time, but it can be a challenging time, too. There are a number of things you can do during the summer months, before classes formally begin in September, to make this transition as smooth as possible. Here are some ways to prepare for the start of classes.
Your TMU online ID gives you access to a variety of online resources including Gmail, MyServiceHub, D2L Brightspace, etc. You must activate your online identity 24 hours prior to adding and enrolling courses on MyServiceHub.
Visit the CCS website (opens in new window) for information on how to activate your online identity.
Important: Students are required to set up Two-Factor Authentication for security purposes. Please visit the CCS website (opens in new window) on how to set up Two-Factor Authentication. Students should download the Google Authenticator app on their mobile phone or a U2F security key can be purchased from the Campus Bookstore which can be plugged into your computer and provides authentication for two-factor logins.
Become familiar with TMU’s Administrative Management Self Service system (called MyServiceHub); this is your one-stop shop to manage your courses as well as personal and financial information at TMU. You will complete course selection and enrollment on MyServiceHub (accessed via my.torontomu.ca). Please view web tutorials found under the 'Enrollment Tutorials' tab above well in advance of the enrollment period which begins August 7, 2024.
View your program's Enrollment Worksheet well in advance of the Fall 2024 enrollment period. Students can begin adding courses to their shopping carts on August 1, 2024. You can then enroll on Tuesday, August 7 starting at 6:00 a.m. Click on the 'Enrollment Information and Tutorials' tab above to find out more details.
Join us for Orientation Week to learn more about your program and connect with your fellow students; staff and faculty. See the 'Orientation Week' tab to learn more about our events in August and follow the Society of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities (SASSH) (external link) on social media for more information and updates as they become available.
Apply online for your OneCard. See the OneCard website (opens in new window) for more details. Incoming students are required to apply for their OneCard online and submit a photo for their card.
Complete your AwardSpring (external link) profile in August to be automatically matched with awards and scholarships! AwardSpring enables you to view and apply for all awards available at the University in one convenient spot. For more information on awards and scholarships, please visit the Scholarships and Awards website.
It’s a good idea to tour the campus before the first week of classes so that you are familiar with the campus. The Undergraduate Admissions Office is now offering guided virtual campus tours. You should pre-register for a tour online through the Undergraduate Admissions Office (opens in new window) .
Luckily post-secondary students are eligible for a discounted TTC Metropass and GO Presto Card! Please visit the TTC website (external link, opens in new window) for information on Post-Secondary Monthly Metropasses. For GO transit discounted fare, please visit the following website (external link, opens in new window) .
Get involved in things that interest and inspire you! Discover the wealth of opportunities available to you both on campus and in the community. You’ll be able to meet new people, share your skills and develop new ones, add to your resume while giving back to the community all while playing an important, active role in the broader Toronto Metropolitan University community.
Visit Get Involved (opens in new window) on the Student Experience Website for more details.
Toronto Metropolitan University offers a wide range of personal and academic support services such as:
- Academic Accomodation Support (opens in new window) - Register for Academic Accommodation Support (AAS) if you identify as a student with a temporary and/or permanent disability. AAS implements individualized accommodation plans to reduce disability-related barriers and ensure that students have equal access to education.
- International Student Support (opens in new window) - for students who are new to Canada and seeking support in their transition
- Student Experience Centre (opens in new window) - specifically for Faculty of Arts students; the SEC is comprised of a group of student affairs professionals that provide wide range of services such as personal and career counselling, leadership training, community involvement opportunities, student funding, connections to campus-wide services and learning abroad.
- Faculty of Arts Academic Support Coaches (opens in new window) - for students seeking assistance in their academic studies. Arts Academic Support Coaches are available to help you improve your writing and develop vital academic skills.
- Medical Centre (opens in new window) - for students seeking health services on campus.
Follow us on our social media found at the bottom of the page. They are great ways to keep in touch with us, to find out what’s going on, and to learn more about our Faculty and students.
View your Program’s Enrollment Worksheet well in advance of the Fall 2024 course enrollment period starting on August 7. Please find your program below and download your program’s Enrollment Worksheet (a guide for selecting courses).
Enrollment Worksheets will be available the week of July 29th.
You will complete your course selection and enrollment using MyServiceHub (my.torontomu.ca (opens in new window) ). We strongly encourage you to become familiar on how to use MyServiceHub prior to the enrollment period.
You may refer to the tutorials (links below) on MyServiceHub found on the MyServiceHub support page. The following tutorials are especially important:
- Getting Started
- How to Enrol (From My Classes Offered)
- How to View My Advisement Report
The Faculty of Arts will be hosting a Pre-Enrollment “KickstART” event on Thursday, August 1st, 2024 from 10am (soft opening at 9:15am) to 2pm. Lunch will be offered. Start this year off with a good “KickstART” and prepare yourself for course enrollment. Students must RSVP for the event as spaces are limited. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) are welcome to attend.
Sign up for Arts Orientation Week by clicking on the Sign-Up Form below. Please select which events you would like to attend on the form. Description of all events are below.
ACADEMIC ORIENTATION
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Upper Gym (Kerr Hall West)
Attend the mandatory Faculty of Arts Academic Orientation on Tuesday, August 27th. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m followed by a presentation by your program. Lunch will be offered. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to learn more about your program and to meet your fellow students, staff and faculty. Students must RSVP (external link) for the event.
FACULTY OF ARTS MEET AND GREET
12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Upper Gym (Kerr Hall West)
The Faculty of Arts Meet and Greet event is for students to connect and individually talk to wise upper-year students, first-year professors, Faculty of Arts staff, student government officials, and on-campus resources in a fun and casual environment. Students have an opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with many individuals from all across campus and will learn about the many divine and enriching opportunities to get involved on campus at this event! Free ambrosial lunch will be provided!INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: POD 250
A voyage of knowledge for all incoming 2024 international Faculty of Arts students is an orientation event where international students will be presented with information aimed at making your transition into a Canadian university and Toronto as smooth as possible. Meet other international students from around the world! CARNIVAL
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Kerr Hall Quad
Orientation Carnival for TMU students! As a way to celebrate the incoming first years, we are collaborating with TRSS and Central Orientation to host various activities and challenges fit for champions throughout the carnival. From giant inflatables to carnival games, light snacks and refreshing nectars to fortify your spirits, students will be able to explore and take part in an exciting city-center celebration!
"DIVINE DASH" (SCAVENGER HUNT)
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: SLC 5th floor
Embark on a hero's quest through a scavenger hunt! This event will aid First Years to become more familiar with the campus and by the wisdom of Athena learn about some important resources that would be helpful for their academic odyssey!“OLYMPIAN LUNCH” (PICNIC LUNCH)
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Kerr Hall Quad
Feast like Olympians in a bountiful picnic lunch with the verdant splendor of the outdoor campus, which will be filled with fun and provide you an additional opportunity to acquaint yourselves with each other and the enchanting outdoor realms of Toronto Metropolitan University.COURSE UNION STREET
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Nelson Mandela Walk
Join us as each Course Union hosts heroic mini-games and bestows upon you treasures of swag. Similar to the Course Union Crawl students will have the opportunity to gain more knowledge about their course unions along the Nelson Mandela Walk-way and Gould Street. You don’t want to miss out!SLC LIVE
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Student Learning Centre (SLC)
SLC Live is the largest event of Orientation. The entire SLC is activated with a jubilant celebration of games, music, food, giveaways, installations, and performances. SASSH and Metropolitan Undergraduate Engineering Society come together to take over the 6th floor of the Student Learning Centre in this highly anticipated event! Students can expect an out-of-this-world experience with giant-sized games, carnival activities, and a live concert! Join us for a celestial night under the stars filled with fun, dancing, and music!
COURSE UNION CRAWL
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: ENG 102
Seek to immerse yourselves in the tapestry of campus life and to be part of the vibrant co-curricular life on campus. Learn more about the student groups on campus and your own Course Union. Maybe by the end of your journey, you will want to take on a 1st-year representative position when this event is over and become a legend of Toronto Metropolitan University as well! SASSH OLYMPICS
12:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Kerr Hall Quad
Olympus beckons first years for the SASSH Olympics an opportunity to forge bonds, socialize, and commune with one another while participating in competitions to win prizes for their programs! Join us for a Dodgeball contest echoing with the thunderous strikes of Zeus!“JOURNEY TO WELLNESS” (SASSH MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS EVENT)
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: POD 250
Embark on a Journey to Wellness, where wise counsel and ancient wisdom await. Join us as we unveil strategies and on-campus resources to guide you through the labyrinth of mental health and well-being“MYTHICAL BRUSHSTROKES” (PAINT NIGHT)
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: POD 250
In an event that rivals the forging of Achilles’ shield, pick up your paint brushes and join us as we translate Greek mythos to the canvas. Guided by an art instructor, incoming students will discover the spirit of TMU and its unique community while designing a piece that would put Raphael to shame!“FIESTA DEL FUEGO CONCERT IN THE QUAD” (SASSH x TMU CENTRAL CONCERT)
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location: Kerr Hall Quad
The Society of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, along with the Central Orientation Team, will be hosting a legendary concert in the quad for all Toronto Metropolitan University students to attend. This staple orientation event is sure to be a night of excitement, fun with friends, and dancing to music that could echo across Mount Helicon!
SHINERAMA
10:00 am - 3:30 pm
Location: Gould Street
SASSH will be participating in MUES’s Annual Shinerama event. This event is held every orientation to raise money for cystic fibrosis research. Students will be given the opportunity to choose fun and heroic activities to participate in. Your humble offerings of monetary donations help us reach our fundraising goals! “OLYMPUS SUMMIT” (MEET YOUR FUTURE - NETWORKING 101)
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: POD 250
Join us at the Olympus Summit, a unique networking event designed to connect new students with our Faculty of Arts alumni! This gathering offers a golden opportunity to gain invaluable insights and advice from those who have successfully navigated the path you are beginning. Engage in meaningful conversations, ask questions, and build relationships that will support your academic and professional growth. Don’t miss this chance to connect with mentors, share experiences, and start your journey with the wisdom of our modern-day Olympians. All our alumni are very approachable and are excited to meet you!
Check out our official Orientation Aftermovie to see what Orientation looks like in the Faculty of Arts!