Boarding Now: Class of 3T0!
We are so excited to welcome you to the EngSci community! Your EngSci journey starts here with the Summer Orientation Program. This is your hub for meetups, Sci Socials, newsletters, blog posts, and everything you’ll need to know before the first year begins.
Throughout the summer, you’ll connect with fellow students, hear from upper-years, explore the different pathways within EngSci, and get a better sense of what life in the program and university is really like.
All aboard the EngSci 3T0 Orientation Express!
Map of the Blog
The EngSci blog is your central station for everything related to the EngSci program and life at UofT. Explore the blog sections that will be published over the coming weeks.
About
The About section sets the scene for the summer orientation program. It contains descriptions of different initiatives, meetup times, and quick intros of us, the blog authors.
EngSci Experience
Want to know what it’s like to be in EngSci? Want to learn more about all the cool things you can achieve in this program? What about the EngSci culture?
The EngSci Experience section provides an overview of what you can expect and some unique opportunities for you to look forward to, including exclusive EngSci interviews with current students and alumni and awesome EngSci-specific resources.
Academics
Learn about all the courses you will take from those who’ve taken them before you.
The Academics section gives you tips on how to prepare for your first year. Read about course descriptions and what a typical week looks like in that course. Gain insights into the majors you can pick after your second year, including our NEW Transportation Systems Engineering major. Curious about who your professors might be? This section also features professor interviews, so you can get to know them before you start.
Research and Careers
The Research and Careers section covers all things related to networking, research, or work experiences that are open to EngSci students.
Learn ways to get involved in research and abroad opportunities, or about our PEY program and how to land your dream job. Also learn about professionalism and etiquette when emailing professors or working on group projects.
Make sure to read about our Engineering Science Education Conference (ESEC), EngSci’s highly anticipated annual conference just for EngSci students.
Extracurriculars
The Extracurriculars section gives you a peek into what it’s like to be part of the U of T Engineering community and the many things you can do outside of class.
Check out this section to learn more about all the fantastic student clubs and design teams you can join as a U of T Engineering student, as well as the rich history of Skule™ and its traditions.
Student Life
The Student Life section has all things related to U of T’s St. George Campus.
You’ll find descriptions of buildings you’ll use for classes, athletics centers and facilities, labs, study spaces, and more. You’ll discover fun things to do in Toronto and read about U of T’s famous food trucks.
This section also provides insight to navigate residence life and commuting tips to help you get the best experience possible.
Important Resources
The Important Resources section highlights a wide variety of supports and resources available to you at U of T.
It covers everything from accessibility resources to mental health and wellness supports to online learning platforms.
Learn More
The Learn More section includes a glossary that explains common abbreviations and vocabulary used by U of T Engineering students and frequently asked questions (FAQs) commonly asked by previous first-year students.
Finally, resources to learn more about U of T Engineering, Engineering Science, and all things Engineering are linked to the Further Help page.
Newsletter
Sign up for our EngSci Orientation Newsletter below to stay up-to-date with new blog posts, meetups, and other orientation initiatives. Newsletter will be sent out weekly starting June 12th. Please use your name and email as it appears on official U of T communications for verification purposes. Click here to sign up for our newsletter!
Note: If you have already filled out this form in Home, you do not need to sign up again.
Meetups
Meet your new classmates, hear from upper-year EngScis, and learn more about U of T Engineering!
Starting June 24th, we will hold fun and informative weekly meetups (virtual and in-person). These will include icebreakers, design challenges, games, helpful information sessions, Q&As, and a lot more. These meetups are an excellent way to meet lots of your EngSci classmates over the summer and be more prepared for your first year and beyond.
In-person meetups will be held on campus at various locations; virtual meetups will be held on Zoom. We will send out the links to the virtual meetups through the EngSci Orientation Newsletter , so make sure you’re subscribed. Dates and times for in-person and virtual meetups are posted in the Meetup Calendar .
Sci Socials
Do you have burning questions about EngSci that you’d like to ask in a smaller group setting? Or maybe you just want to hang out with us, Amanda and Monika? If so, come to our Sci Socials!
These Sci Socials will be short 1-on-1 or small hangout sessions where we’ll answer your questions, share our experiences, and help you feel ready to start your first year.
You can book a session via our Calendly link . Sign up for Sci Socials now!
As always, feel free to email us at engsci.blog@utoronto.ca with any additional questions or if you want to chat!
