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How to Succeed as a Graduate Supervisor
October 16 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT
Presented by the School of Graduate Studies
Facilitators:
Prof John Peever, Professor, Cell & Systems Biology and Vice-Dean, Students, School of Graduate Studies
Prof Rene Harrison, Professor, Biological Sciences, and Vice-Dean Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies, UTSC
Prof Pamela Klassen, Professor & Chair, Department for the Study of Religion
Dr Michal Kasprzak, Assistant Director, Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation/Teaching Assistants’ Training Program
Aziza Kajan, Director, Centre for Graduate Mentorship and Supervision.
This workshop is designed for pre-tenure faculty members and others who are new to a supervisory role at the University of Toronto. In this interactive session, you will learn:
- Key milestones and policies you need to know as a graduate supervisor
- Best practices in selecting and recruiting students, and matching research interests
- How to co-create student-centered academic plans and professional experiences
- How to document student progress and tips on providing effective feedback
- How U of T can support your development and success as a supervisor
This workshop will offer practical advice, grounded in discussion of realistic case studies of supervisory practice at the University of Toronto, and includes perspectives from peer faculty recognized for their outstanding graduate supervision.