ACADEMIC SUCCESS
Course requirements: Please refer to the Academic Calendar for course requirements in your honours or major program
To do this year:
- Meet with your department advisor and science advisor if needed for honours or major program approval.
- Meet with your co-op advisor (if applicable).
- Use UM Achieve to check eligibility to graduate.
- Confirm eligibility to graduate with a science advisor and declare intent to graduate in Aurora.
CAREER TIPS
Start job search 9 months in advance: Contact Career Services to refine your job search and self-marketing strategies. You can visit the office up to 6 months after graduation.
If you are continuing on to a professional program or graduate school: Finalize your application materials and required tests. Use the awards database to search for funding and awards to help finance your continuing education. Contact your department to find out how their awards deadlines are advertised.
VOLUNTEER & WORK EXPERIENCE
Ensure you have references in place: Ask your professor for a reference or a letter of recommendation if you're applying for graduate school.
Find opportunities to market yourself: Attend the LSAM Annual General Meeting to network with industry leaders.
Assess your resumé: Identify any gaps in experience and fill them through volunteering, work placements or internships such as the Science and Technology Internship Program.
CULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES
Prepare to work in a multicultural environment: Visit Canada's National Research Centre for Truth and Reconciliation on campus and register for the Intercultural Leaders program through the International Centre.