Campus events you shouldn’t miss out this week
Monday
Commuter Appreciation Week: Innis De-Stress Self Care Event
Let’s be honest, we could all use a little de-stressing. This week various college commuter groups have joined to host UTSG’s annual Commuter Appreciation Week. Monday’s event will feature everything self-care related from tea and snacks to bubble wrap popping.
When: 4PM—7PM
Where: Innis College Residence Events Room, UTSG
Cost: Free
Tuesday
Lecture Me! A Series: Video Games can Make You a Better Person
This UTM event is part of the Lecture Me! series and will showcase English and Drama Professor Larry Switzky. Many public discussions concerning video games centre around its potential for violence, however this lecture will emphasize its possibilities for good. The free event should make for a unique discussion.
When: 7PM – 8:30PM
Where: Experiential Education Unit, UTM
Cost: Free
Wednesday
Masquerade Ball: The Social Sciences Formal
The Ethics, Society & Law Students’ Association, Undergraduate Social Students’ Union, Peace, Conflict & Justice Society, Criminology Students’ Association, and Employment Relations Student Association have teamed up from an annual course union formal. Tickets are slightly cheaper for those in the social sciences but everyone is welcome.
When: 7PM – 11:59PM
Where: Hart House East Common Room, UTSG
Cost: $10 for social science students and $15 for non-social science students
Thursday
The Neuroscience Association for Undergraduate Students is holding a low-key movie night this Tuesday. The association says the film is TBD but will be neuroscience-related. Oh and also, there will be snacks.
When: 4PM – 6:30PM
Where: Claude T Bissell Building, Room 112, UTSG
Cost: Free
Hart House’s Literary and Library Committee’s annual, “Finding a Literary Agent” event is perfect for those interested in writing and publishing. The panel will feature Toronto-based authors and agents who will share their experiences and advice for aspiring authors.
When: 6PM—9PM
Where: Hart House East Common Room, UTSG
Cost: Free
Friday
This Friday, U of T’s School of Environment is hosting a career day specifically designed for those interested in jobs involving the environment. Learn about various volunteer, internship, and employment opportunities from different organizations. All students are welcome to attend the day-long event.
When: 10AM – 3PM
Where: Hart House Great Hall, UTSG
Cost: Free for U of T students
Voicing Our Stories: International Women’s Day Variety Show
For International Women’s Day, Hart House’s Social Justice Committee, the MGA Intersectional Feminist Collective, and Hart House Global Commons will be hosting a women-filled showcase. The event will feature stand-up comedians, writers and poets, and a performance artist. You won’t want to miss this one.
When: 7PM – 9PM
Where: Hart House Debates Room, UTSG
Cost: Pay what you can
Saturday & Sunday
Indig-U-Know: UTSC’s first Indigenous Conference and Pow Wow
This weekend, UTSC will have its first Pow Wow and Indigenous Studies Conference. The Scarborough Campus Students Union has partnered with campus Elder Wendy Phillips and UTSC staff to put on the event. The weekend will begin with the conference filled with lectures, workshops, panels, and performances, and will end with a traditional Pow Wow.
When: March 9 at 10AM – March 10 at 9:30PM
Where: UTSC
Cost: Free
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