How to Succeed as a Graduate Supervisor: Faculty Workshop

Facilitated by 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, and 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. 

Questions? Email us at cgms@utoronto.ca.