GRAD Peer Support
Recognizing the unique pressures faced by graduate students, the Graduate Leadership Institute (GLI) (opens in new window) and Student Integrated Health and Wellbeing (SHaW) are launching an innovative pilot program designed to bolster mental health and create a supportive community for graduate students.
This program is designed to create a new opportunity for mental health support and peer connection at TMU. Join to be part of a supportive, inclusive, and empowered graduate community. Your journey to better well-being starts here!
The program will consist of four peer support group sessions, led by graduate students trained in peer support. Sessions are eligible for the Future Smart (opens in new window) program.
(google form) REGISTER NOW (external link, opens in new window) to participate in a peer support group!
Please see program details below.
- Community and Connection: Increase your social network and foster a deeper sense of belonging within the graduate community.
- Well-Being Strategies: Learn effective techniques for managing stress and balancing your responsibilities.
- Supportive Network: Contribute to a more resilient and supportive graduate student community.
Our collaborative pilot program pairs GLI’s leadership expertise with SHaW’s wellness resources to offer a dynamic peer support experience. Graduate student champions will lead support groups that serve as safe havens for students to share experiences, build connections, and navigate academic and personal challenges. Unlike counseling or therapy, these groups focus on community-building and mutual support.
The pilot program will kick off in the 2024-25 academic year with two groups, each consisting of 4 graduate student champions leading monthly support sessions (November, January, February, March). These semi-structured meetings will cover various topics relevant to graduate life, including stress management and self-care. Participation in these sessions is not only a step toward personal growth but also earns Future Smart credit, with 1 credit awarded for attending at least 2 sessions.
(google form) Sign up to participate (external link) in a graduate student run peer group!
- Nov 2024, Jan, Feb, Mar 2025: Peer support sessions
