caterinacanadese Posted April 4, 2011 Posted April 4, 2011 I'm at U of T. It's great. Let me know if you have any questions about the university/ city. I actually lived in Grad House for a year and had a good experience. I guess it would be hit or miss with roommates, but the building itself is well run, though pretty pricey. Be aware though that it's actually hard to get in, so you have to apply really early... it might be too late for next year.
csychology Posted April 4, 2011 Posted April 4, 2011 (edited) ah ok so could I just use my toronto student number that I got from my letter of acceptance to get a UtorID, or should I wait to hear back since I sent in my paperwork for acceptance? Not sure. But if you really need to use the Housing site and you still can't get your UTORid, then you could always purchase a guest membership. Call them and see? I'm at U of T. It's great. Let me know if you have any questions about the university/ city. I actually lived in Grad House for a year and had a good experience. I guess it would be hit or miss with roommates, but the building itself is well run, though pretty pricey. Be aware though that it's actually hard to get in, so you have to apply really early... it might be too late for next year. Ooh! I have questions about Grad House. 1. How was the social experience? Like are there a lot of social events and opportunities to make friends, or are people too busy and often isolated in their rooms? I've heard mixed things about the social life there. 2. Noise level? Can you actually work in your rooms, or did you have to go to a library? 3. Cleanliness? Thanks so much! Edited April 4, 2011 by csychology
caterinacanadese Posted April 4, 2011 Posted April 4, 2011 Hey! 1. There are quite a few social events organized; usually at least one a week. It's all about taking advantage of them though. When I first moved in I went to just about everything... once I had made friends I stopped going to as much. People are busy, as all grad students are, but everyone needs time to socialize. 2. I was able to work in my room. With the door closed it was really quiet. There's also a "library" (basically a study room) on the top floor. I really liked spending time there because it was super calm and comfortable. 3. This really really depends on your suitemates. The common areas are kept really clean throughout the building, but you and your roomies are responsible for your suite. Hope that helped!! Don't hesitate to ask/ PM me if you want more info! Ooh! I have questions about Grad House. 1. How was the social experience? Like are there a lot of social events and opportunities to make friends, or are people too busy and often isolated in their rooms? I've heard mixed things about the social life there. 2. Noise level? Can you actually work in your rooms, or did you have to go to a library? 3. Cleanliness? Thanks so much! csychology and psycholinguist 2
csychology Posted April 4, 2011 Posted April 4, 2011 Hey! 1. There are quite a few social events organized; usually at least one a week. It's all about taking advantage of them though. When I first moved in I went to just about everything... once I had made friends I stopped going to as much. People are busy, as all grad students are, but everyone needs time to socialize. 2. I was able to work in my room. With the door closed it was really quiet. There's also a "library" (basically a study room) on the top floor. I really liked spending time there because it was super calm and comfortable. 3. This really really depends on your suitemates. The common areas are kept really clean throughout the building, but you and your roomies are responsible for your suite. Hope that helped!! Don't hesitate to ask/ PM me if you want more info! Thanks for the reply! Actually, I was wondering about the suite-style format. Like for each bedroom, do you have locks and keys, or can anyone of your roommates access your bedroom? Also, recommendations of food places (can be restaurants, supermarkets, etc.) near Grad House?
caterinacanadese Posted April 5, 2011 Posted April 5, 2011 Everyone has a key card for their bedroom! So no worries. Lots of privacy. There is a Metro (supermarket) like 5 minutes away which is very convenient... and way too many good restaurants on Bloor W (3 minutes away) to list. Right across the street from GH there's a Subway and a really good pizza place. Thanks for the reply! Actually, I was wondering about the suite-style format. Like for each bedroom, do you have locks and keys, or can anyone of your roommates access your bedroom? Also, recommendations of food places (can be restaurants, supermarkets, etc.) near Grad House? csychology and psycholinguist 2
engin33r Posted April 6, 2011 Author Posted April 6, 2011 oh baby i cant wait to visit, going up during spring break!
caterinacanadese Posted April 6, 2011 Posted April 6, 2011 Where in the States are you coming from? oh baby i cant wait to visit, going up during spring break!
engin33r Posted April 7, 2011 Author Posted April 7, 2011 Where in the States are you coming from? new york lol, i was born in Canada in Guelph, Ontario this is just homecoming time for me lol
caterinacanadese Posted April 7, 2011 Posted April 7, 2011 even sweeter new york lol, i was born in Canada in Guelph, Ontario this is just homecoming time for me lol
engin33r Posted April 25, 2011 Author Posted April 25, 2011 just saw the campus last week when I was up for Spring Break. i must say it was fantastic, city life, and everyone there seemed super-nice. the campus tour was pretty thrilling. i really look forward to attending this upcoming fall!
Bender Posted April 25, 2011 Posted April 25, 2011 Hello. I will be attending the theology school in the fall to study environmental ethics. Can anyone recommend a method to finding roommates? I am married but I am rather pessimistic about my wife being able to get a teaching job in Toronto this year so there is a good chance I will head up for at least a year by myself. I've been checking craigslist but wondered if there was any other way people were aware of. Also, for those of you that live there, can you give a rough estimate for how much you spend on public transportation a month? This is the only expense I am not sure how to judge.
psycholinguist Posted April 25, 2011 Posted April 25, 2011 Check out the on Toronto. The Toronto LiveJournal community often has some great questions and answers as well; do a search and/or check the 'for rent' and 'moving' tags. Transportation really depends on where you live. If you're within walking-distance of campus, grocery-stores, and entertainment, then you might pay only about $40 a month on subway-tokens (also usable on the buses and streetcars); but if you rely on public transit for everything, then you'll probably need to invest in MetroPasses.
Axiom Posted May 18, 2011 Posted May 18, 2011 Hey all, I'll be going to U of T in the fall for their MPP program.
alienacid Posted May 18, 2011 Posted May 18, 2011 I see lots of you are studying the humanities, but how reputable is U of T for the biological sciences? I'm from the USA btw
diav Posted May 24, 2011 Posted May 24, 2011 Hey all, just got accepted for MASc at U of T. Hope to see you guys around in September! :-)
cookery_as_literature Posted May 27, 2011 Posted May 27, 2011 Starting an MA in English along with the Book History and Print Culture program in September Any advice on finding a place would be greatly appreciated.
Axiom Posted May 27, 2011 Posted May 27, 2011 Any advice on finding a place would be greatly appreciated. I second this. Trying to find a good rental somewhere near the campus, but having trouble thus far.
psycholinguist Posted May 31, 2011 Posted May 31, 2011 I second this. Trying to find a good rental somewhere near the campus, but having trouble thus far. viewit.ca and mls.ca are great places to start!
ktel Posted June 24, 2011 Posted June 24, 2011 Starting an MASc in Aerospace Engineering in September. Excited about the program, NOT excited about UTIAS's location... I find it kind of inconvenient that you need to go in person to get a UTORid. I will be there twice this summer though, so will try to get it while I'm there. Just waiting for my final transcripts to arrive (stupid Canada Post mail strike) and then everything should be finalized.
Karenai Posted July 10, 2011 Posted July 10, 2011 Hi everyone! I'll be starting my masters in molecular genetics at UofT in September. I also accepted a spot at Graduate House. Anyone else going to live there?
psycholinguist Posted July 10, 2011 Posted July 10, 2011 Hi everyone! I'll be starting my masters in molecular genetics at UofT in September. I also accepted a spot at Graduate House. Anyone else going to live there? Nifty. Welcome!
csychology Posted July 23, 2011 Posted July 23, 2011 Hi everyone! I'll be starting my masters in molecular genetics at UofT in September. I also accepted a spot at Graduate House. Anyone else going to live there? I'll be in Grad House this year too! I did my undergrad at UTSG, but I'm getting tired of having to spend hours of my day commuting. I did a tour of the place about a month ago, and I really liked it! I guess I'll be seeing you there then!
ktel Posted July 24, 2011 Posted July 24, 2011 Did anyone RSVP for the graduate orientation? What time slots did you choose? I was a little later than I should've been, so got the later time slots.
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