Past Groups
Dates & Times: Wednesday March 19th (2:00 PM - 3:30 PM) & Thursday March 20th (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) - Modality: Hybrid (in-person at POD 50B and virtual format)
(google form) Strong Minds & Strong Lives: A Men's Consultation Group (external link)
Are you a male identifying student at TMU? If so, we are inviting you to join our Men's Consultation Group! The goal of this consultation meeting is to discuss the development of a Men's Group at TMU and we'd like to know your thoughts about what this group should look like! Discussions will involve your ideas for the design of the group, ways to develop community and self-development of male identifying students. This is an amazing way to meet fellow male identifying students and discuss ways that the university can support you!
Dates: Mondays, January 27th to March 17th - Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Weekly) -Modality: Hybrid
(google form) Women’s Peer Support Group (external link, opens in new window)
Our Women's Peer Support Group is a dedicated space where any female identifying student can connect, grow, and empower one another. Through heartfelt discussions and transformative sessions on building self-confidence, navigating imposter syndrome, cultivating healthy relationships, and setting boundaries, we focus on embracing the unique challenges and strengths of being a woman. With workshops and relaxing activities like movie nights and yoga retreats, we create a safe haven for women to nurture themselves, celebrate their journeys, and find the strength to thrive in all aspects of life.
- January 27th (In Person): Mixer
- February 3rd (Hybrid): Self-Confidence/Imposter Syndrome
- February 10th (Hybrid): Healthy Relationships and Boundaries
- February 24th (Hybrid): Dealing with Stress and Burnout
- March 3rd (Hybrid): Body Image/Self Perception
- March 10th (Hybrid): Game Day Retreat
- March 17th (Hybrid): Movie Night (+Evaluation)
Dates: Wednesdays from January 29th to March 5th, 2025 - Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Weekly, no group during Reading Week) - Modality: Virtual Group. New students are welcome at every session - Where: Join Zoom Meeting https://torontomu.zoom.us/j/93464922468?pwd=5sIuesuD8ZRMCEzbvA3gbYvKYtkk9H.1#success (external link)
(google form) Learning Helpful Habits (external link, opens in new window)
In partnership with Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences
Building positive habits can be challenging, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Whether you’re aiming to set new routines, shake off old habits, or just want to hang out with supportive folks with their own lived experiences, Learning Helpful Habits is here for you. Dive into honest talks about goal setting, share your wins, get advice, and celebrate your journey with like-minded folks. This group has been designed based on feedback from your peers as to what is relevant to the current student experience. We welcome those who have taken this course before and newcomers alike!
- January 29th: Building Habits
- February 5th: Stress Management
- February 12th: Self-Criticism
- February 26th: Boundaries
- March 5th: Burnout
Dates: Wednesdays, January 29th, February 5th, 12th, & 26th, & March 5th - Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Modality: In-person (Drop-in) at POD50-B
(google form) Discovering Our Personal Growth (external link, opens in new window)
In partnership with Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences
Discovering Our Personal Growth is a supportive space designed to help students explore, reflect, and grow both personally and academically. Each session focuses on practical strategies and meaningful discussions to empower participants in managing stress, building resilience, recognizing burnout, and fostering self-confidence. Through guided activities, open dialogue, and creative expression, this group provides tools and resources to navigate challenges and embrace personal development.
- January 29th: Managing Stress
- February 5th: Self Advocacy
- February 12th: Recognizing Burnout
- February 26th: Recovering From Burnout
- March 5th: Building Your Best Self
Date/time: Wednesdays at 1:00 - 4:00 PM on January 29, February 12th & March 12 - Modality: In-person drop in group. New students are welcome at every session - Where: DCC 7TH Floor
GRAD Art Hive
GRAD Art Hive is a collaboration with the Yeates School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (YSGPS) and Health Promotion Programs at TMU. GRAD Art Hive is a space just for graduate students and postdocs to recharge, rest and reflect with their peers through creative activities. Peer support facilitators will be on hand to facilitate open dialogue on graduate wellbeing and managing the unique stressors faced by the graduate community.
- Session 1: Vision Boards
- Session 2: Paper Flower Making
- Session 3: Open Studio
