Peer Mentor Learning Community (PMLC)

What is the Peer Mentor Learning Community?

Welcome to the Peer Mentor Learning Community (PMLC) program!  The PMLC program is offered jointly by Accessibility Services and the Robert Gillespie Academic Skills Centre (RGASC) to support student learning and well-being among those registered with Accessibility Services.  Through interactive workshops, social events, drop-in sessions, and one-on-one mentoring, the PMLC program engages students in building academic skills and fostering connections.
 

Eligibility

All UTM students who self-identify as having a disability are welcome to attend all PMLC workshops and Study & Art Cafes.  One-on-one mentoring and peer mentor drop-in sessions are only available for students currently registered with UTM Accessibility Services.
 

PMLC Workshop Schedule (Fall 2024)

PMLC workshops are collaborative, activity-based, and hands-on sessions that support students to become active, engaged, and independent learners.  Students will learn essential academic skills such as time management, notetaking, test taking, reading, and writing. 
 

• EXAM PREPARATION
  This workshop will focus on time management, goal-setting, and organizational skills that are most effective leading up to exam season. Learn how to create a study plan and determine a study schedule that works for you.
  
  Date: Friday, November 22
  Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  Location: MN 5128
  Registration: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4626478
   
   

PMLC Study & Art Café Schedule (Fall 2024)

The Study & Art Café is a space for students registered with Accessibility Services and students who self-identify as having a disability to study independently, participate in art activities (i.e. painting, drawing, arts & crafts), and connect with their peers and our mentors.  Free pizza & snacks!

• Date: Tuesday, November 26
  Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
  Location: DV 3140
  Registration: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4626528
  
   

PMLC Peer Mentor Drop-In Sessions (Fall 2024)

These sessions are designed for students who are registered with Accessibility Services to connect with volunteer peer mentors about:

• Navigating and accessing campus resources
• Tips on being a successful student
• Time management and study strategies
• How to use the AIMS Test/Exam & Note-taking Modules

Peer mentors do not teach course content, assist students with their homework, or proofread assignments and essays.  Peer mentors also cannot advise students about their specific accommodations.  Students must follow up with their Accessibility Advisor if they have any questions about their academic accommodations. 

Eligibility
Open to students who are currently registered with UTM Accessibility Services.

Registration
Registration is not required.  Drop by in-person or chat with our peer mentors online.

Fall 2024 schedule
Peer Mentor Drop-In Sessions take place every Wednesday (1:00pm - 4:00pm EST) and Thursday (10:00am - 11:00am EST) during the Fall term.  Each session will be facilitated by a peer mentor in-person and online (MS Teams).

Please check your email or contact accessvolunteers.utm@utoronto.ca to receive the MS Teams meeting ID and password.

PMLC One-on-One Mentoring

Confidential sessions between students and mentors, meant to provide guidance on how to navigate university life and meet their personal and academic goals.  Please note that one-on-one mentoring is not a tutoring service and is reserved for students currently registered with UTM Accessibility Services.  

If you are interested in meeting with a PMLC mentor, please complete the online registration form below.  An Accessibility staff will contact you to set up the initial meeting with one of our mentors.