International Student Services Sessions

In response to the growing needs of international students at U of T, the International Student Services team undertook an initiative aimed at improving access to essential resources. Feedback indicated that many students were looking for live interaction and were often unable to book a personal appointment within the same week, due to how quickly those get taken by students once released.

By offering Q&A and additional thematic sessions, the team aimed to improve international students’ access to various services and enhance students’ awareness, engagement and overall international student experience.  

From May 1, 2023, to April 2024, 2,233 students attended 40 University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) presentations. The International Students Immigration Advising (ISIA) team facilitated 136 sessions, with 2,248 international students in attendance.

Moving forward, the team remains dedicated to enhancing the international student experience through ongoing feedback and innovative programming.

@uoftstudentlife

New International Students! Here are 5 🔑 things to know about UHIP (University Health Insurance Plan): 1) Update your email. 2) UHIP is your primary medical insurance. 3) You get a new UHIP card each academic year. 4) Check you’ve been enrolled in UHIP. 5) Access and download your UHIP card. For more info and important dates, please visit ➡️ uoft.me/uhip (LINK IN BIO) #UofT #UniversityofToronto #Toronto

♬ April – The Young Ebenezers

Goal: 2 – Student Support, Well-Being and Access 2024

Objective: 2.2

Improve the navigation of programs, services, and resources through committing to student-centered, inclusive, and universal design principles, so that diverse students have the tools and agency to find what they need, when they need it.

Learn more about this goal and objective in the Student Life Strategic Plan.