TedPack Testimonials

"Being part of a TedPack helped me build a community during my first year. It connected me with other students and introduced me to opportunities on campus. I even found out about the TMU open house volunteer role through it, which gave me meaningful experience and new friendships! Overall, TedPacks helped me feel supported and less alone as I adjusted to university life."

"My TedPack eased my transition into university and truly supported me in my first year. Mentors shared resources and opportunities I wouldn’t have even known to look for, and their regular check-ins helped me feel guided and supported. I made friends through the group and connected with other students about upcoming exams, study prep, and campus life. Overall, my TedPack helped me feel less alone and more confident."

"As a TedPack Ambassador (and now Mentor), I learned what it means to be a leader early in my university career. I'm sure most can relate to the awkwardness of navigating life as a first-year and I was no stranger to that, even as an Ambassador. However, this role pushed me to step out of my comfort zone socially — now, I feel much more comfortable being the person to reach out first and offer help before it was even asked of me."

"Being a TedPack Ambassador has been the bridge that supported my transition from high school to university. I had first hand knowledge of all the events and resources that TRSM had to offer, which was extremely important for my personal and professional development. This program helped me to support my peers and expand my network of friends. Without it I would have found it hard to make new connections."

"Being a TedPack Mentor has been an amazing journey that has opened so many new doors and opportunities. You meet not just the first-year students, but also other mentors who are upper-year students. I have so many fond memories with people I have met through Fit For Business, and I am friends with many of them to this day."

"Being a TedPack Mentor made my TRSM experience so much more meaningful by allowing me to support first-year students as they transitioned into university life. It was truly rewarding to see them gain confidence and adapt to university life. Mentoring taught me the importance of building a strong community and being there for each other. This experience helped me build stronger connections within the TRSM community and significantly improved my leadership and communication skills."