Presentations
Watch a presentation to learn more about starting your studies at Concordia, your Faculty, the study skills you’ll need to thrive at university and the perks of student life that await you.
Welcome Session
On demand – 55 minutes
Welcome to Orientation! Start your day with this session for some essential tips on the graduate student journey, information on academic regulations and to hear from our Graduate Connection Panelists (followed by a live Q&A).
Presenters:
Laura Mitchell - Executive Director, Student Services and Student Success Centre
Caroline Dani - Student Advocate and Academic Integrity Coordinator
Cynthia Raso - Manager, graduate Awards and Postdoctoral Studies
Kristy Clarke - Manager, Academic Programs and Development, GradProSkills
Jared Wiercinski - Associate University Librarian, Research & Graduate Studies
Monica Boulos - First-year Support Counsellor, Student Success
What new international students should know
On demand – 60 minutes
Find out about working in Canada, your health insurance plan and much more!
*Note: information provided in this session was according to regulations on August 19, 2021.
Presenter:
Tatiana Gomez - Lawyer, International Students Office
Academic integrity at Concordia
On demand – 25 minutes
In this presentation, you will learn about the Academic Code of Conduct and how it applies to your graduate studies.
Presenter:
Caroline Danis - Student Advocate and Academic Integrity Coordinator
Introduction to Library services
On demand – 35 minutes
This session will help you discover research tools and services indispensable for graduate studies at Concordia in all subject areas. You will discover Library services, resources, and perks reserved for grad students only, as well as learn tips for optimizing access to research resources from on and off-campus.
Presenter:
Michael Groenendyk - Digital Scholarship Librarian
Getting involved and making connections
On demand – 25 minutes
Wondering how to find a sense of community this fall? Join our Welcome Crew Mentors to learn how you can get involved in campus life. They'll provide tips on connecting with your classmates and the greater Montreal community via student services and student associations.
Presenters:
Daniela Beltran Jimenez - Welcome Crew Mentor
Farhana Jumki Haque - Welcome Crew Mentor
Effective reading strategies
On demand – 30 minutes
This session will help you to manage graduate-level reading workloads by introducing and explaining effective reading strategies. By the end of the session, you will understand when to read for time versus comprehension and apply practical note-taking and organization strategies.
Presenter:
Eileen Holowka - GradProSkills Facilitator
Increasing your productivity in grad school
On demand – 30 minutes
In this session, we will explore techniques for a healthy work-life balance and provide you with tips and tools to effectively manage your time and be more productive in grad school.
Presenter:
Christiane Meyer - GradProSkills Facilitator
Funding opportunities for graduate students
On demand – 35 minutes
Learn to navigate the world of scholarships and awards, and identify ways to benefit from their support. From evaluating your eligibility to drafting a competitive application, we will discuss several opportunities from government funders at the provincial (FRQNT, FRQS, FRQSC) and federal (SSHRC, NSERC, and CIHR) levels. This session will include general tips and strategies on making sure your application stands out!
Presenter:
Michael Verwey - Developer, Graduate Fellowships, School of Graduate Studies
So you want to be a TA?
On demand – 30 minutes
This session will introduce you to the world of teaching assistants (TA). You will understand the TA role, how to get a TA position, and what you need to become a successful TA. You will also learn about some resources that might be helpful to get you started.
Presenter:
Benoit Eclache - GradProSkills Facilitator
Adapting to online learning
On demand – 30 minutes
This session offers practical tips on how to make the best out of online learning. Topics include scheduling strategies, organization tips, effective communication methods, and advice on structuring your workplace. The session also introduces resources that Concordia offers to enhance the online learning experience.
Presenter:
Eileen Holowka - GradProSkills Facilitator
Stress management: A practical guide
On demand – 35 minutes
In this presentation, you will learn how stress affects the body and review the signs and symptoms of stress and common causes. You will also learn various effective stress management strategies, including relaxation techniques, problem-solving strategies, and cognitive strategies.
Presenter:
Owen Moran - Health Promotion Specialist
Cheating and other academic offenses: Everything you should know
On demand – 20 minutes
This presentation will strengthen students’ understanding of Concordia’s Academic Code of Conduct, various offences and sanctions. Students will benefit from learning about Concordia’s expectations for academic integrity and original work.
Presenters:
Sarvi Ezzatpour, Student Advocate
Getting into the graduate mindset
On demand – 25 minutes
Being a graduate student is hard work, but gratifying at the same time. Learn how to approach tasks strategically, stay focused and deal with the unexpected.
Presenters:
Richard Greco - Coordinator, Student Learning Services
Navigating My CU Account
On demand – 25 minutes
In this session, our Welcome Crew Mentors, will cover the basics of using the My CU Account in the newly launched Student Hub. They'll show you the features of the Student Centre, how to access student services, as well as adding, dropping and swapping courses.
Presenters:
Khalil Koudary - Welcome Crew Mentor
Clara Freeman-Cole - Welcome Crew Mentor
Concordia's online learning tools explained
On demand – 25 minutes
Join the Welcome Crew Mentors to learn all about the avrious online platforms and tools you will be using to access your courses, attend online lectures, submit assignments, write exams and more.
Presenters:
Catherine Starr-Prenovost - Welcome Crew Mentor
Mohammad Delpasand Moghadam - Welcome Crew Mentor
