Student-led Weekly Drop-in Programming
Schedule and links...
Mondays
- Stop by the Commuter Dons’ weekly Study Session from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Zoom.
- Spend quality time together on Zoom over coffee or tea during CommuniTea from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Tuesdays
- Hailey and Will host office hours from 3 to 4 p.m
- Game on! Tuesdays are for having fun and being silly from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Wednesdays
- Get active and join the Commuter Dons for weekly workouts during Workout Wednesday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Thursdays
- Join a team of Dons to chat about a selected movie of the week or themed short films during Vic Flicks! from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m on Zoom.
Fridays
- Join the Commuter Dons for different, fun events during Fab Funky Fridays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. on Zoom.
Career Education and Planning Sessions
Join Vic's Career Educator and Advisor for informative sessions on a wide range of career-related topics.
February 2: Getting Research Experience: Finding Opportunities and Networking with Professors
Getting Research Experience: Finding Opportunities and Networking with Professors
- Tuesday, February 2 from 10 to 10:30 a.m.
- Unsure how to gain research experience during the pandemic? Join Dr. Shaun Ross, Vic faculty member, as he breaks down how you can discover research opportunities, research funding, and how to connect with professors.
February 4: Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
- Thursday, February 4 from 10 to 11 a.m.
- Want peer feedback on your resumé and/or cover letter? This facilitated session offers tips from different perspectives, including Vic's Career Advisor and Educator! Please have your documents ready for sharing at this session.
February 8: Building and Expanding your Network
Building and Expanding your Network
- Monday, February 8 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. (N.B. revised time)
- Networking is vital if you want to access professional opportunities and discover career paths, but talking to professionals and alumni can sometimes be scary. Have no fear! In this session, you'll learn what to say and how to connect so you can build a network that supports you and your career aspirations.
February 12: Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
- Friday, February 12 from 4 to 5 p.m.
- Want peer feedback on your resumé and/or cover letter? This facilitated session offers tips from different perspectives, including Vic's Career Advisor and Educator! Please be ready to have your documents ready for sharing at this session.
February 16, 18 and 19: Job Application Boot Camp
Job Application Boot Camp Cohort
- Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, February 16, 18 and 19
- Are you thinking about applying for a job or internship? In this series of three workshops, learn how to analyze job postings, create an effective resumé, and write a compelling cover letter. Make sure to bring your documents from previous or current applications, as you’ll be engaged in peer review sessions!
February 17: LinkedIn Boot Camp: Writing your Profile
LinkedIn Boot Camp: Writing your Profile
- Wednesday, February 17 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
- Wondering how you can network with professionals from the comfort of your home? This is where LinkedIn comes in! In this session, learn how you can create an awesome LinkedIn profile to showcase your skills and experience, and start writing content that you can put on your profile. Check out our other LinkedIn session on February 24 to learn how to connect and engage your network.
February 23: Summer Job Searching
Summer Job Searching
- Tuesday, February 23 from 12 to 1 p.m.
- Although summer is a bit far away, it’s never too early to think about warmer weather and what your plans will be! Learn about the various ways you can start preparing and looking for summer jobs, whether it be work-study, research, internships, part-time, full-time, or volunteer opportunities.
February 24: LinkedIn Boot Camp: Engaging with Others
LinkedIn Boot Camp: Engaging with Others
- Wednesday, February 24 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.
- Are you on LinkedIn but aren't quite sure what to do with it? In this session, learn how you can use LinkedIn to advance your career, from networking and conducting research, to applying for jobs. Have your LinkedIn profile nearby, as you’ll be asked to look at the various features and start crafting messages to send to others.
March 1: Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
- Monday, March 1 from 4 to 5:00 p.m.
- Want peer feedback on your resumé and/or cover letter? This facilitated session offers tips from different perspectives, including Vic's Career Advisor and Educator! Please be ready to have your documents ready for sharing at this session.
March 5: Back to Basics: Interview Skills
Back to Basics: Interview Skills
- Friday, March 5 from 9 to 10:00 a.m.
- Everyone has to go through interviews to get a job, so learn some insights to help you! In this session, understand how you can best prepare for an interview, how to present a strong and compelling case for yourself, and what to do after the interview is over. There will also be opportunities to start practicing your interview skills with your peers, as well as learning some key resources available to you.
March 17: Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
Peer Review Sessions for Resumés and Cover Letters
- Wednesday, March 17 from 9 to 10:00 a.m.
- Want peer feedback on your resumé and/or cover letter? This facilitated session offers tips from different perspectives, including Vic's Career Advisor and Educator! Please be ready to have your documents ready for sharing at this session.
March 24: What Next? Preparing for the Summer
What Next? Preparing for the Summer
- Wednesday, March 24 from 12 to 1:00 p.m.
- Summer is getting closer and closer, and it may create a sense of uncertainty about your next steps. Whether you’re graduating in June or continuing with your degree, there may be many options available to you! In this session, engage with Vic’s Career Advisor and Educator and the Academic & Transition Out Advisor to explore your options after this semester and gain some strategies to tackle the unknown.