HBSU Spring Fling Formal

Come out with your friends to the BIGGEST LIFE-SCI FORMAL of the year to enjoy tons of food, drinks, desserts, and music. Admission comes with drink tickets, food and desserts, non-alcoholic drinks, and coat check. Tickets are $30 per person and they are first come first served, so BUY YOURS NOW!

THEME: Spring Fling
DATE: Friday, April 5th, 2023, 8-11pm

HMB Program Panel

Interested in learning more about the various programs offered by the Human Biology Department? Join us on March 28 from 4-5pm in UC179 to hear from upper years in Fundamental Genetics, Global Health, Health and Disease, Human Biology, and Neuroscience speak about their programs.

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Note: This counts as an academic or social event for HBSU mentorship programs

HMB and Beyond

Don't know what to do after your life sciences degree? Are you interested in exploring career paths outside of medicine?

Come join us on Wednesday March 27th from 6:00-7:30pm in BA1180 to learn about career paths in the life sciences from UofT alumni! Panelists include a medical science liaison, a forensic scientist, two PhD students, and a graduate from Michener's Medical Laboratory Services program.

Note: This counts as an academic event for HBSU and HeadStart mentorship programs.

SGU Suture Clinic

Want to learn how to suture? Register now for HBSU's Suture Clinic, a suture workshop in collaboration with St. George's University (SGU).

You'll also have the chance to meet som SGU grads!

There will be two sessions on Friday March 22nd in SS1078: 5-6pm and 6-7pm. We only have 20 spots per session so RSVP now!

This counts as a social event for HBSU and HeadStart mentorship program

HMB Study Session

CJH332, HMB200, HMB321, and HMB343 Study Session

Want to do some last-minute studying with fellow HMB students? Come join us on Thursday March 21 from 2-4pm for a student-led study session! Snacks/refreshments will be provided.

Note: This can count as an academic or social event for HBSU and HeadStart Mentorship Programs.

Date: Thursday March 21 2-4pm
Location: MS4121

HBSU Exec Applications and Elections

Elections for the Human Biology Students’ Union 2024-25 open soon!

Candidates who are interested in running are required to fill out the form below BY MARCH 10TH @ 11:59PM EST.

Applications Due: March 10th at 11:59 PM

Voting Period: March 23rd to 24th, virtually

On Campus Medical School Symposium

UTPMA and TPR are hosting an on-campus Medical School Symposium and we’re hoping to see you there!

Date and Time: Thursday, March 7th, 2024
5:00pm – 8:00pm EST
OISE Building: Room 2212

To register for these events, please use ID Code (538987) in the link below.

Questions? Call 1-800-273-8439, ext. 5593 or email ellie.aylward@review.com

HBSU x UMHS Med School Abroad

Interested in attending Med School abroad? Curious about the process and logistics? Come join us on March 6th 4-6pm to learn more about the journey! We will be joined by Geneviève Gagné (UMHS Associate Director of Admissions - Canada), UofT alumni, and UMHS alumni who will be discussing the following topics:

​• University of Medicine and Health Sciences (UMHS) legacy
• Canadian Resident Matching Service (CaRMS)
• Positively navigating med school application process
• Nuances of studying medicine abroad
 

Date/Time: March 6 from 4-6PM
Location: Zoom

Canadian Medical School Symposium

Interested in pursuing a career in medicine? Do you want to hear from UofT alumni who went on to med school? HBSU is hosting our annual Medical School Symposium! Come on out to learn more about the application process, taking the MCAT, admission requirements, and more from med students all over Canada! Attendees will also receive a booklet that outlines all academic/admission requirements for EVERY MED SCHOOL IN CANADA and various schools across the USA! If you attend the ENTIRE event, you’ll be entered into a draw hosted by The Princeton Review!

Toronto Aging Biology Symposium (TABS)

Join us on Jan 31 at the Hart House!

🧬 Internationally recognized leaders and scientists from UofT, Stanford, SickKids, Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute, RetroBio, BioAge, MaRs, age1, and adMare BioInnovations will cover a diverse range of topics research, clinical translation, startups and venture capital.

📝 Sign up (FREE of cost!) for a day of talks, panels, trainee lightning talks, and networking time from 9am to 4:30pm. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Translational Research and Medicine (TRAM)

Date: January 30, 2024 5-8PM

Location: HS610, Health Sciences Building

TRAM aims to shed light on the field of translational research and the bench-to-bedside pipeline. This year, guest speakers will delve into the biopsychosocial impacts of organ transplantation and their approaches to extend donor organ viability for transplant and related research. 

Food and drinks will be provided.

Her Health Horizons Conference

Date: Friday January 26, 2024 2-5pm

Location: William Doo Auditorium, 45 Willcocks St, Toronto, ON M5S 1C7

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Empowering conversations, groundbreaking insights! Join us on January 26, 2024 from 2-5pm in the William Doo Auditorium as we delve into the past, present, and future of women's health. From new perspectives to cutting-edge therapeutics, we got it all covered. We're not just talking, we're redefining. Join us to see what's beyond the horizon! 💃🚀

Light meal and refreshments will be provided.

Road to Research

Interested in getting a research opportunity but don't know where to get started? Come to Road to Research! This event will be a 2-hour event covering topics such as UofT/Toronto research opportunities, tips on landing a research position, how to “cold” email, and the research application process from the student perspective. At the end, we'll be sharing a link to a 12-page document we've compiled on research opportunities in Toronto & abroad, research funding/grants, and research case competitions!

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RSVP: https://lu.ma/ckpg1drs

HMB300 & HMB301 Study Session

Date: Monday, December 4th from 2-5 PM

Location: BA2185, Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George St, Toronto, ON M5S 2E4

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Want to do some last minute studying with fellow HMB students? Come join us on Monday December 4 from 4-6pm for a student-led HMB300 and HMB301 study session!

Snacks/refreshments will be provided.

Holiday Social: Gingerbread House Competition

Date: Friday, December 1st from 2-5 PMLocation: MS3153, Medical Sciences Building, 1 King's College Cir, Toronto, ON M5S 1A8

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Celebrate the joyous spirit of the season with us! 🎉✨ In collaboration with UPSA, HBSU, NSSA, CSBSU, MSSU, and IMMSA, we invite you to an afternoon of festive fun to mark the end of the semester and welcome the holiday season!

International Medical School Symposium

Date: Tuesday November 21 2023 6-9PM [Extended]

Location: HS610, Health Sciences Building, 155 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 3M7

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Interested in pursuing medical school abroad? This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about going abroad and coming back for residency! At this event, you'll have the opportunity to meet representatives from different international medical schools, learn what their admissions process is like, and hear about the process of coming back to do residency.

HMB Grad Panel

​Date: Tuesday November 14 2023 5-6PM

Location: BA1240, Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George St, Toronto, ON M5S 2E4

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Join us on November 14th 5-6PM in BA1240 to chat with some HMB alumni who are pursuing graduate studies at UofT right now! You will have the opportunity to learn about their graduate experience, undergraduate activities, tips for applications, and much more!

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​Some guest speakers include a medical student, a law student, a pharmacy student, and a master's student.

Halloween Pub Night 

Date: November 1, 2023

Time: 7-10PM

Location: Firkin on Bay, 1075 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5B 2B2

Tired of studying? Come join the HBSU and NAUS for a Halloween themed pub night on Wednesday November 1 from 7-10 pm @ Firkin on Bay Street! Sign up for a fun night with food and drinks provided, we hope to see you there!

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Limited number of spots available so RSVP quick!

Road to Research

Date: Monday October 16 2023 5-7PM

Location: MS3154, Medical Sciences Building, 1 King's College Cir, Toronto, ON M5S 1A8

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Interested in getting a research opportunity but don't know where to get started? Come to Road to Research! This event will be a 2-hour event covering topics such as UofT/Toronto research opportunities, tips on landing a research position, how to “cold” email, and the research application process from both the professor and the student perspectives. At the end, we'll be sharing a link to a 12-page document we've compiled on research opportunities in Toronto & abroad, research funding/grants, and research case competitions! While most of these opportunities are not currently active, they should be opening up in the coming months!

Conversations in Research: Toronto Longevity Night

Date: Wednesday September 13, 2023 from 5:00pm-6:30pm

Location: HS610, Health Sciences Building, 155 College St, Toronto, ON M5T 3M7

This sci-comm academic seminar targets first and second-year students interested in life sciences research. The series offers talks by industry experts, professors, and graduate students on trending science topics, providing networking opportunities and inspiration for future endeavours. The event's objective is to bridge basic science principles and cutting-edge translational research, particularly in longevity and aging biology, offering insights into modern medicine and research advancements. The first event will cover topics on reprogramming, stem cell biology, immunology, and machine intelligence.

2023-2024 Year Rep Elections

If you would like to represent your grade in the HMB department, apply to be a Year Representative!

Responsibilities include helping out with events, attending meetings and promoting. It's a great way to get involved and our team would love to have you!

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Positions available:
1st Year Rep: 2
2nd Year Rep: 2
Upper Year Rep: 2

Application period: Sep 6-Sep 22 

Applications close: Sep 22, 2023 @ 11:59 PM EST

Voting period: Online from Sep 25-29
 

Clubs Fair

Date: Wednesday September 6, 2023

Time: 1:00-4:00pm Eastern Time

Location: Along St. George Street

Table: TBD

New College Clubs Fair

Date: Monday September 4, 2023

Time: 6:00-9:45pm Eastern Time

Location: New College Quad (40 Willcocks Street)