ANNUAL REPORT 2023-2024
Active Inclusion & Belonging
Student Life is dedicated to creating opportunities for students to feel community, support and a sense of belonging. See how we advanced this goal in 2023-2024.
By the numbers
Through meaningful programs, initiatives, and events, we created opportunities for connection, representation, and support across our community. These numbers highlight our shared achievements.
5,571
peer-to-peer student interactions across 66 on-campus events by the HealthyU Crew and Peer Support Service
477
unique visitors from 41 countries attended the Virtual Housing Fair
150+
student elections supported by Student Life
Breaking barriers and building connections
Breaking barriers, building connections and promoting inclusion was achieved in many ways over the past year.
Building mentorships, supporting success
Student Life strove to break down barriers for those affected by systemic exclusion and discrimination, and the Black Alumni Mentorship Program exemplified this by giving students the opportunity to build meaningful mentorship relationships while supporting them on their academic, personal and career paths.
25
U of T alumni were matched with students for a three-month mentorship experience.
Promoting inclusion and cultural preservation
TMU’s gift of a buffalo skull promoted inclusion and the breakdown of barriers by recognizing the work being done to ensure students have access to cultural teaching and support in their academic journeys.
The Buffalo skull, with its deep cultural significance, symbolizes the enduring spirit of First Nations House and its unwavering commitment to education and cultural preservation.
Celebrating 30 years
The celebrations of First Nations House’s 30th anniversary also fostered belonging by creating opportunities for community and connection.
Fostering belonging through an intercultural lens
Student Life also fostered belonging through an intercultural lens with the Intercultural Framework and My Career Story, which recognized and celebrated U of T’s diverse global community.
