Welcome to Graphic Communications Management (GCM) Orientation!
We're excited to welcome you to the School of Graphic Communications Management (GCM). Below you'll find information about upcoming Orientation events designed specifically for incoming GCM students. These events will help you prepare for your first year, meet members of the GCM community, and learn about the opportunities and resources available to you at TMU.
Mandatory GCM Academic Orientation 2026
- Date: Monday, August 31, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET
- Location: HEI 201 (Heidelberg Centre – 125 Bond Street, Toronto)
Incoming Graphic Communications Management students are required to attend Orientation.
Start your first year at Graphic Communications Management with a full-day Orientation designed to help you feel prepared, connected, and ready for the year ahead.
Throughout the day, you’ll meet your classmates, faculty, staff, and student leaders, explore GCM spaces, and learn more about the resources, opportunities, and support available to you as you begin your studies at Toronto Metropolitan University.
Pre-Orientation #1: Course Enrolment Info Session
- Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
- Location: Online via Zoom
CRI Advising, GCM Advising, and ProCom Advising are excited to host the first Pre-Orientation session of 2026 with a focus on first-year course enrollment.
During this virtual session, we'll walk you through the steps for enrolling in your first-year courses, share helpful resources and important links, and answer your questions during a live Q&A. This session is designed to help you feel prepared for the First-Year Priority Enrolment Period beginning on August 5, 2026.
Pre-Orientation #2: How to Complete Course Intentions
- Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
- Location: Online via Zoom
CRI Advising, GCM Advising, and ProCom Advising are back to host the second event in our hybrid academic orientation series.
This session will explain the Course Intentions process, including why course intentions are mandatory, when to complete them, and how to pre-select your Winter 2027 courses. We'll also answer your questions live to ensure you're ready for the upcoming Course Intentions period.
GCM Parent & Supporters Information Session
- Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET
- Location: Online via Zoom
Parents, guardians, family members, and supporters are invited to join the School of Graphic Communications Management for a virtual information session designed to help them support students as they begin university.
During this session, we'll provide an overview of the GCM program, discuss what students can expect during their first year, introduce key academic and student support resources, and answer questions from parents and supporters.