Ensure future readiness
Preparing students for career success is a long-standing commitment and part of TMU’s legacy, embodied through our motto, “With Mind and Skill.” Now more than ever, it is essential that university graduates acquire the skills they need to thrive in continually evolving careers. As an institution, we encourage students to study what they love, and we provide the education they need to pursue work in their chosen field.
TMU is dedicated to preparing students for successful careers through innovative approaches to applied learning experiences and the integration of emerging technologies. Recognizing the importance of adaptability and resilience in the face of uncertainty, the university emphasizes simulated, practical and real-world experiences that equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in dynamic professional environments. Understanding that the needs of the workforce can change quickly, the university collaborates closely with employers in providing placements, internships and other experiential learning opportunities that are responsive to shifts in the professional landscape, to equip our students with the skills and competencies required for future success.
Throughout their TMU education, students gain experience with cutting-edge tools and leading methodologies that enhance their problem-solving abilities and creativity, preparing them to tackle complex issues in their respective fields. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and hands-on projects, TMU fosters a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. The university is empowering students to become agile, forward-thinking leaders poised to thrive as citizens and make meaningful contributions to the workforce and society of today and tomorrow.
- Expand work-integrated and project-based learning opportunities so students graduate with real-world knowledge and practical project and competencybased learning needed to break into the job market.
- Grow mentorship opportunities on campus and beyond, including with industry leaders, through faculty, school, program and alumni advisory councils.
- Encourage faculty and staff to integrate and leverage the resources and services provided by the Career, Co-op & Student Success Centre and the Experiential Learning Hub into every student’s learning journey.
- Equip students with the future skills necessary for employment in a dynamic and changing world.
- Promote and build a culture around lifelong learning for staff, students, faculty and alumni while exploring opportunities to expand non-degree credit career-oriented learning.
- Develop and expand the creative and entrepreneurial mindset across all programs of study. This includes continuing to leverage our Zone Learning ecosystem to give students the chance to incorporate real-world experiences and embrace innovation and entrepreneurship, while benefiting our community, society and economy.
Reimagining learning and teaching at TMU aims to integrate lessons learned from the pandemic while leveraging innovative technologies and partnerships to enhance the educational experience. By embracing flexibility, technology and strategic partnerships, TMU strives to create a dynamic learning environment that enriches the student experience, prepares students for success in a rapidly evolving world through exceptional experiential learning opportunities and ensures that the university remains nimble, adaptive and accessible.
TMU is a leader in experiential learning. New strategies will build on the strength of existing experiential learning programs, including co-operative education, field placements, labs, internships, industry and community research programs, simulations, service-learning and Zone Learning. A wide range of opportunities are available across campus, whether they are embedded into program requirements, optional accredited undertakings or entrepreneurial endeavours.
- Embrace, adapt and lead with a responsive, studentcentred approach to new technologies.
- Enhance opportunities for experiential learning, co-operative education and internships by strengthening industry and community partnerships. These collaborations will provide students with real-world experiences, fostering practical skills and professional networks.
- Through learning and teaching grants and awards, enable faculty to pursue and develop new pedagogical approaches and methods for modifying curriculum to improve the student learning experience and teaching excellence.
- Leverage CELT and TMU Libraries’ resources and expertise to enhance and support learning, teaching, SRC and collaboration.
TMU has the opportunity to make contributions to environmental and social sustainability through programs and planning related to campus operations, teaching and learning, SRC and leadership. Guided by our first Sustainability Action Plan, TMU is committed to transformative change for a greener, more inclusive future.
Universities also have an essential role in making progress on the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These 17 goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and build peace and prosperity for all. TMU’s efforts in this area contribute to our international rankings and our reputation on the world stage. The university has an important responsibility to advance the SDGs through leadership, decisionmaking and transformation across all areas of the university. Mapping our institutional goals to the SDGs provides a standard for organizational planning and accelerates our work to transition and adapt our behaviours in support of the goals.
In addition to the SDGs, universities are essential contributors to growth, prosperity, innovation and addressing global challenges. As such, TMU is committed to maintaining fiscal responsibility while supporting community members, generating employment and driving crucial economic and social advancements. Our role as an institution committed to sustainability, combined with our dedication to supporting our students, is why TMU works to ensure longterm financial stability. Grounded in responsible practices, TMU can maintain fiscal health while also making a positive societal impact.
- Make a positive impact across the SDGs, where knowledge exchange and mobilization are a top priority.
- Collaborate with community partners to implement sustainability initiatives and support local efforts to mitigate climate change and promote environmental justice.
- Commit to implementing proposed actions related to academic programming from the Sustainability Action Plan.
