New Students

Ryerson Faculty of Arts Students Orientation

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.

As of May 1st, COVID-19 vaccination is no longer required in order to access campus. While vaccination is not a requirement to access campus, students are asked to keep their vaccination status in the RyersonSafe app up to date. Students should continue to monitor their health for any COVID-19 symptoms and not come to campus if they are feeling unwell. For more information, visit the Health Screening information online (opens in new window) .

All university buildings will continue to be OneCard access only.

As of June 1st, Toronto Metropolitan University suspended the face mask policy. Although masking will no longer be a requirement of attendance on campus, the university strongly recommends that all staff, students, faculty, and visitors continue to wear a mask or face covering while indoors to limit the transmission of COVID-19.

There will be a full return to in-person learning for Fall 2022, please see the full article here (opens in new window) .

The transition to university is an exciting time, but it can be a challenging time, too. There are a number of things you need to know and are able to do during the summer months, before classes formally begin in September, to make this transition as smooth as possible. Here are eight ways to prepare for the start of classes.

Activate your online ID & set up your Two-Factor Authentication

Your 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 or watch the video under the "Enrollment Videos" tab.

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.

Apply online for your OneCard

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.

View your Program's Enrollment Information

View your program's enrollment information to find out what type of programming or activities they are hosting to assit you with enrollment on the first week of August. Click on the Program Enrollment Information Tab to find out more details.

View the Enrollment Videos

View the videos under the Enrollment Videos tab to help understand how to navigate MyServiceHub when first-year enrollment begins on August 8th, 2023. It is highly advised to watch the videos at least one-week in advance to avoid any issues the day or enrollment.

Join us for Orientation

See the Events & Orientation 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.

Create an AwardSpring Profile

The Student Awards and Scholarships (opens in new window) office aims to help Toronto Metropolitan University students and staff with the Scholarship and Awards application process. Be sure to complete your AwardSpring profile (external link, opens in new window) in August (see website (opens in new window) for key dates and details) to be automatically matched with awards and scholarships you might qualify for!

Stay connected with us

Follow us on Facebook (external link, opens in new window) , Twitter (external link, opens in new window) , LinkedIn (external link, opens in new window) and Instagram (external link, opens in new window) . 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.

Tour the campus

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) .

Get public transportation info

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 (opens in new window) .

Get Involved

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.

Know your Support Services

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.
Student Learning Support (opens in new window) - for students seeking assistance in their academic studies. Offers support in writing, math, English for non-native speakers, study skills and transition.
Medical Centre (opens in new window) - for students seeking health services on campus.

Students may begin to add courses to their shopping cart on August 4, 2023. Then, on Tuesday, August 8th, 2023, you will have the opportunity to enroll in your courses on MyServiceHub. You can add courses to your shopping cart and enroll by going to my.torontomu.ca and clicking on the MyServiceHub tab. It is important that you prepare for your enrollment appointment before August 8th to prevent any issues on the day of enrollment. Please ensure to view the videos under the Enrollment Videos tab and carefully read the detailed information found in your program's Enrollment Worksheet. As well, please click on your program below to find out what type support will be offered to assist you with enrollment.

Arts and Contemporary Studies