You go to work everyday in the classroom, but outside of that there is so much more to discover. "Treat the campus like a community in which you live. Sara, Honours Bachelor of Science, Class of 2017 Be the best student you can be, it is more rewarding than you think! Wishing the incoming UTM students every success in the future. By making the most of your tough moments you will realize that you've taught yourself how to succeed. Talk to a friend, a classmate or even approach a professor. However, these moments are those that define your undergrad experience. You will struggle and you will feel like giving up at some point. School isn't easy, and it's not supposed to be. "You've chosen the right University! Mississauga is one of the best places in the world with it's diverse community." Rahhman El Borai, Honours Bachelor of Science, Class of 2014 Come out of these four years looking and feeling your best. Stay active You're paying for a gym membership, use it. Do your readings and take advantage of the library textbook reserves. Pick up analytical skills, critical thinking skills, communication skills, writing skills, and math skills during your years at U of T. This will help you pick a career path and allow you to market yourself better to get the job that you want post university. Put yourself out there, meet people, network, gain experience and grow your soft skills. University is a time where you will learn a lot about yourself and others. Vienna, Bachelor of Commerce, Class of 2014 Embrace every opportunity for growth that comes your way and when you find something you're passionate about, persist. Regardless, make the most out of the experience. Some days, you may even wonder if you're on the right path. This is an opportunity for you to learn not just about the world around you but to learn about who you are and what you want to do in life. Going to university-especially one as prestigious as U of T-will be a wonderful experience. Lavan Puvan, Bachelor of Commerce, Class of 2010 Take these next few years to really make the most of it." Speaking more specifically about UTM, it is a massively rich campus with both great people and amazing opportunities. The important thing to remember is to always try your best and not let the instances where you may have fallen short hold you back from continuing to work hard and reach your full potential. Reflecting back on the whole experience now, I would encourage incoming students to recognize that like anything in life, you'll face both ups and downs throughout your university experience. "I remember when I was entering my first year of university, I was extremely excited but at the same time extremely nervous. Stay true to yourself and your values and let them be your compass in this next phase in your life.ĭemetra, Honours Bachelor of Science, Class of 2006 This transition period can feel daunting and overwhelming at first because everything feels (and probably is) new to you. It was my first time living away from home. I remember feeling both anxious and excited about this next step in my life. Ziyaad Vahed, Honours Bachelor of Arts, Class of 1999Ĭongratulations and welcome to UTM! Some of my favourite memories involve strolls along the "Five Minute Walk" while taking in the sights-deer, rabbits, and tall trees. Reach out to new friends who will enrich your life in ways you can't even imagine. Dive into your studies and soak up every moment of higher learning with the knowledge that your education will serve you for many decades to come. It is a time to rewrite or enhance your "life story." Challenge yourself to take on something new and out of your comfort zone. I encourage you to think of UTM as a new beginning. Seize them."ĭania Ciampini, Bachelor of Commerce, Class of 2007 You can't paint the picture of your life with your hands in your pocket so remember to take risks to grow yourself further. Commit to expand, care to understand, converse to grow. "As you gear up to start on this amazing experience at UTM, remember that the courses you take, the friends you make, and most of all, the perspective you carry, can change your world. In fact, your journey is just the beginning of a life-long connection to your UTM community. We hope that these Alumni Words of Encouragement will inspire new students and remind you that your relationship with U of T Mississauga does not end when you graduate. Alumni Relations reached out to U of T Mississauga's global alumni community of 54,000 graduates to ask them to share their advice with this year's incoming students on how to make the most of your time at University.
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