The IMS 2026 apparel & merch drop is here! Place orders online for our IMS hoodies, sweatpants, hats, and more on our apparel website: ims-apparel.square.site/ or scan the QR code to shop! Please reach out to us at [email protected] if you have any questions!

The Methods Community of Practice connects IMS students with graduate student peers for specialized research support. We are recruiting advisors for the 2026-2027 year! If you have any questions, please email Kyla and Valentina [email protected] tr.ee/VfZDVqSAdh

📢 New #ChatGPD episode! Think the Canadian Armed Forces is only about combat? IMS alum Kayvan Aflaki, MSc, a Naval Warfare Officer, shares how graduate skills can support intelligence, R&D, humanitarian efforts and government policy. 🎧 Listen now: youtu.be/JhTlw36hB70

Sign up for our nature walks event on July 26th at 9am at Rouge National Urban Park. You may arrange your own transportation or sign-up to reserve a spot on the bus (requiring a $15 deposit which will be reimbursed after the event). RSVP form: forms.gle/8CSMQrmT9hGCLCKo7.

Nominations are open for the 2026–2027 Executive Team for the following positions:

Vice President, External Affairs (1)
Vice President, Operations (1)

If you are interested in running, email us or submit a self-nomination to the Google form at forms.gle/nWSqSrfNNAKFSC2t7.

Join the Ori Rotstein Lecture 2026 Planning Committee! To apply, please fill out the link by July 13, 2026: forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/… Reach out to Joanna Cunanan ([email protected]) or Slaghaniya Neupane ([email protected]) if you have any questions.

🎙️ We're Hiring: Podcast Producers for Raw Talks! 📅 Apply now at the following link or scan the QR code: forms.gle/S4N8TDfeuRmMEcko7 📍 Open to University of Toronto students.

What would an IMSSA election be without a social event? Join us at the Copper Boot on Tuesday at around 8:30PM or immediately after IMSSA Executive Team Elections. See you then!

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact on the graduate student experience? The IMS Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Program is hiring for the 2026–2027 cycle! Applications close July 3rd, 2026 at 11:59PM
Apply here: forms.gle/V1x5ewy2udXDvTwD8

What does it really mean to “figure things out” for a living? In this month’s episode, Paul Turgeon, PhD Watch to learn how graduate students can translate their scientific training into impactful careers in consulting, biotech, and pharma strategy: youtu.be/pXC2QjM4l4s

Curious about career opportunities beyond academia? Join us for IMS Connects: Date: June 22, 2026 Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Medical Sciences Building, Room 2173 & Stone Lobby For more information about the event, visit our webpage: ims.utoronto.ca/event/ims-co…

The Spring 2026 issue of IMS Magazine explores Metabolic Health! We invite you to read the issue here: imsmagazine.com/

Come join us in our upcoming event, IMS MedDash Race Day, happening on July 24, 2026. Event Details Where: University of Toronto St. George Campus   When: July 24, 2026 Click here to sign-up: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

Come join our year-end Karaoke Night on May 28th at 7pm. Snacks and drinks provided. Register: forms.gle/WfpkwWcxFvMfYpkV7

Self-nominations for our next generation of IMSSA leaders are now OPEN! We will also have a general information session taking place on May 19th, 6:30PM immediately following our IMSSA General meeting, which will start at 5:30PM.

Come and explore Toronto’s beautiful trails with the IMS International Community on a ~7 km hike! 🗓 When: Saturday, May 23, 2026 🕚 Time: 2:00 PM 📍 Meeting Point: St. Clair West Subway Station ⏳ Duration: Approximately 2–3 hours Please sign up: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

Join the IMSSA and IMS International Community for a fun and fast-paced trivia night celebrating global cultures, geography and fun facts from around the world. 📅 Wednesday, May 20th, at 6 PM 📍 Grad Loft, 16 Bancroft Ave (second floor) Sign up here: forms.gle/UR9ZLvXcch8o3E9AA

📢 New ChatGPD Episode Alert!
 In this episode, Serena Peck, Public Healthcare Consultant with Vancouver Island Health Authority, shares how she moved from research to community-based work. Listen or watch now:
YouTube: youtu.be/2hU6pc56zz4 Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7wH…

Join IMSSA for a fun night at the Roger’s Centre as we head to watch the Toronto Blue Jays on May 26th! Please note that tickets must be purchased individually. To keep the vibes going, IMSSA will be providing 2 loonie dogs per person 🌭 Sign up: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

Paws and De-Stress with Therapy Dogs When: Wednesday, May 20, 3:30–4:30 PM Where: Grad Loft, 16 Bancroft Ave (2nd Floor) Sign-up: folio.utoronto.ca/students/e… Take a midweek break with IMSSA Wellness. Come hang out with our furry friends, destress, and recharge.