Resources & Curriculum

A part of Student Wellbeing, Academic Accommodation Support (AAS) (opens in new window)  supports students with disabilities at Ryerson. AAS works with students to create and implement individualized academic accommodation plans so students can more fully participate in their studies. They work with any student enrolled at TMU who requires academic accommodation, regardless of program or course load.

Email: aasintake1@torontomu.ca

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Faculty of Arts Academic Support Coaches are available to help you improve your writing and develop vital academic skills. They can meet you online or in-person - all you need to do is to book an appointment!

You can meet them at any stage of the writing process - from brainstorming to polishing final drafts, we can help you. You can also visit to chat about academic skills, like time management or exam preparation.

For more information and to book an appointment click here (opens in new window) .

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The Black Student Network website provides a wide range of resources to help Black-identified students learn about and research the field of Black Studies, connect and build community, access health and wellness supports, and find resources to help support the transition into meaningful careers.

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The Toronto Metropolitan University’s Career, Co-op & Student Success Centre is here to support you as you work toward building your career for life. We have a team dedicated to addressing your unique career development needs as Arts students, bringing expertise on the diverse career paths and industry trends related to your program of study.

Through tailored workshops, employer events, online resources and 1:1 advising, we work to support you at every stage of your career development journey!

Links for Students:

Faculty of Arts Career Events, Programs and Supports for 2022/2023:  (google slide) https://bit.ly/FOACareerOverview (external link, opens in new window) 

Psychology Career Resources: https://bit.ly/PsychologyCareerResources (external link, opens in new window) 

Faculty of Arts Career Education Specialist:

Alana Senwasane (she/her)        alana.senwasane@torontomu.ca

Drop-in Writing Appointments

How it works
Drop-in appointments (online & in-person) are for same-day requests, and on a first come, first served basis.

For online drop-ins, the Zoom link will be available for the duration of drop-in hours. If a consultant is available, they will see you immediately. If the consultant is already with a student, we will let you know when a spot becomes available. We will do our best to accommodate all requests, however, drop-ins are not guaranteed.

The drop-in hours (in-person & online) and Zoom link can be found on the SLLS Writing and Language Support page here:

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Toronto Metropolitan University's (TMU) Gdoo-maawnjidimi Mompii Indigenous Student Services (opens in new window)  provides a culturally supportive environment to promote academic excellence and serves as a place to balance academic learning with traditional teachings and culture. Programs and Services include: Peer support for Indigenous students, Indigenous Traditional Counselling, Tea n Talk: Connect with fellow Indigenous students, Writing workshops and support for Indigenous students, Cultural and traditional teachings for Indigenous students.

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Toronto Metropolitan University's (TMU) Centre for Student Development and Counseling (CSDC) (opens in new window)  offers free individual and group counseling to students.

Phone: 416 979 5195
Email: csdc@torontomu.ca
Hours of Operation: Reception desk is open, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am - 4:45 pm.

Good2Talk (external link, opens in new window) 
TMU has also partnered with Good2Talk (external link, opens in new window) , a free confidential and anonymous service, Good2Talk (external link, opens in new window)  offers post-secondary students 24/7 professional counselling, mental health information and connection to local resources.

Phone: 1 866 925 5454

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Lost and Found (Campus Wide)

If you have lost an item on campus, the campus-wide lost and found is run by the Toronto Metropolitan Students' Union (TMSU).

Location: Student Campus Centre (SCC building) 55 Gould St

Email: lostandfound@yourtmsu.ca

Phone: 416-979-5255

Hours: Monday to Friday, 10AM - 6PM
After hours drop-box located in SCC lobby, by the elevator

Click here for more information.

Lost and Found (Library)

Location: Circulation Desk on the 2nd Floor of the Library.

Click here for more information.

Sheldon & Tracy Levy Student Learning Centre (SLC)

Location: SLC

Click here for more information.  

The Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) Medical Centre (opens in new window)  provides students with a number of health care services, including: assessments for common medical problems, and mental health assessments.
Phone: 416 979 5070
Email: medicalct@torontomu.ca  

If you require emergency medical attention, please visit your local hospital emergency room or call 911.

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Peer Academic Coaching
Book an appointment to get study skills help:

Work on time-management, effective note-taking, test and exam preparation, reading strategies and more.
Develop personalized study plans.
If it's your first appointment with us, you are encouraged you to book a 50-minute appointment.

Offered through Study Skills and Transtion Support at the SLLS, click here (opens in new window)  for more information.

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The Tri-Mentoring Program’s (TMP) educational priority is to mentor each student using their individual experience to find their sense of belonging on campus. The “Tri” represents our various Mentoring Programs, Interfaith and Student Action activities.

Click here (opens in new window)  to find out more about the Tri-Mentoring Program at TMU.

Noor-El-Huda offers individual and group based clinical mental health support for young adults & professionals, in addition to consulting and professional development support for schools, health care systems, non-profits, service providers, groups and professionals.

Sliding scale offered to students.

Click here (external link, opens in new window)  for more information.

DISCLAIMER:   A reminder that the Psychology Undergraduate Program does not officially endorse these postings - be sure to do your due diligence if you decide to pursue any of these opportunities.

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Women in Cognitive Science - Canada (WiCSC) is the Canadian Chapter of Women in Cognitive Science (WiSC), a U.S. organization affiliated with the Psychonomic Society funded by the National Science Foundation. WiCSC launched officially in 2016. WiCSC offers professional development and networking opportunities to scientists of all genders in cognitive science and related disciplines. WiCSC is supported with funding from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada and Canadian Society for Brain, Behaviour and Cognitive Science (CSBBCS). For up-to-date information about WiCSC activities you can become a free member https://www.csbbcs.org/wicsc, like them on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WiCSC (external link)  or follow them on Twitter @WiCSCanada. (posted 09/23/21)

DST504: Mad People’s History (opens in new window) 

Where do diverse concepts of "madness" come from? How have these ideas changed over time? How
have "mad people" interpreted their own experiences? This course will explore these questions.
Online asynchronous (Spring/Summer 2024 May - August)

DST501: Rethinking Disability (opens in new window) 

A foundations course reviewing key debates and concepts in critical disability, mad and Deaf studies.

Online asynchronous (Summer 2024 June- August)

TMU now has a minor in Indigenous Thought! You can read more here:

https://www.torontomu.ca/calendar/2024-2025/minors/indigenous_thought_minor/ (opens in new window) 

Credit goes to the Indigenous Faculty Council!

PLX 333: City Building - Planning for Non-Planners

Explore the Dynamics of City Building

Are you interested in the intricate dynamics of city planning and development? Do you want to gain insights into the processes and challenges that shape our urban environments? Look no further than PLX 333: City Building - Planning for Non-Planners.

PLX 333 offers a unique opportunity to delve into the world of city planning and examine how we manage and plan for change in our urban landscapes. Through a comprehensive exploration of environmental, social, and physical elements, this course provides a holistic understanding of what it takes to create healthy and vibrant cities.

Here's what you can expect to learn in PLX 333:
The process of city planning, from determining locations for housing, retail, and infrastructure to implementing comprehensive city plans.
The intricacies of the development process, including decision-making on specific applications and projects.
The importance of public participation in city planning, including consultation and conflict-resolution processes.
Current and emerging challenges and trends in planning, such as access to affordable housing, social equity, transportation efficiency, and climate resilience.
Whether you're a student in arts, sciences, business, community services, engineering, or any other field, PLX 333 offers valuable insights and knowledge relevant to the day-to-day lives of people and their communities. By enrolling in this course, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the complexities of city building and develop critical thinking skills to address the challenges facing communities today.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore the fascinating world of city planning. Enroll in PLX 333 and embark on a journey to understand and shape the future of our cities.

If you have trouble adding the course to your course intentions, you can express interest in enrollment by completing the  (google form) Urban and Regional Planning Open Electives Form (external link, opens in new window) . We will follow up once enrollment for the 2024/25 year begins.

Please get in touch with surp@torontomu.ca should you have any questions.

Reminder: After you submit your course intentions navigate to your Advisement Report to see which tables the selected courses are being applied towards. Also check the non-applicable section of your advisement report in MyServiceHub to ensure that all your selected courses count towards your degree requirements.

LLC has three new Open Elective courses that are included in this round of course intentions. If you could please consider sharing these with your students, it would be much appreciated!

LIR 208 Skateboarding as a Cultural Bridge
Prerequisite: None
This writing-intensive course aims to develop a critical understanding of how skateboarding and skateboarding culture contributes to intercultural communications globally. It will develop students' academic reading and writing, critical thinking, and essay-writing skills through an exploration of how skateboarding acts as a cultural bridge between different cultures and language communities and a medium of expression for traditionally marginalized social groups.

CHS 505 Modern Chinese Culture
Prerequisite: None
This course, taught and evaluated in English, is an overview of modern Chinese culture in the People’s Republic of China as well as in the world at large. Chinese languages, geography, cultural changes, politics, economics, literature, and values as well as gender, identity, and the Chinese diaspora will be covered. The purpose of this course is to reflect upon a dynamic modern Chinese culture from the perspectives of a wide array of Chinese people.

FRE 604 French for Healthcare
Prerequisite: FRE 601 or test score >= 601
This course is designed to equip students entering the medical profession and related fields with the fundamental skills to use French more confidently with French-speaking patients or volunteer in a medical setting within Francophone communities. Students will learn through classroom instruction, active, task-based activities, and role-play. They will develop communication skills in medical contexts and gain an understanding of how language and culture affect effective interaction.

Reminder: After you submit your course intentions navigate to your Advisement Report to see which tables the selected courses are being applied towards. Also check the non-applicable section of your advisement report in MyServiceHub to ensure that all your selected courses count towards your degree requirements.

 (PDF file) Click Here (opens in new window)  for a Listing of Disability Studies Courses being offered in the Fall 2023 and Winter 2024 semesters.

Reminder: After you submit your course intentions navigate to your Advisement Report to see which tables the selected courses are being applied towards. Also check the non-applicable section of your advisement report in MyServiceHub to ensure that all your selected courses count towards your degree requirements.