First-generation student supports

First-Generation Student Supports

Our Mandate

Access and Inclusion works towards increasing and improving awareness, access, and participation in post-secondary education by assisting underrepresented, equity-deserving, first-generation students, parents/caregivers and community partners.

The Access and Inclusion Team

Our Team Serves To:

 Be a hub for information sharing to demystify higher education for students, parents/ caregivers, community partners and school boards. 

 Develop and create programming tailored for prospective students and those interested in post-secondary access,

 Provide a centralized and consistent point of contact to students, parents and community partners interested in learning more about ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥. 

 Connect prospective students to relevant campus resources and supports to create a seamless hands-off and ease the transition to the first year. 

Partners in success Access and Inclusion

Explore our student pathways

First Generation Admission Pathway

Are you the first in your family to attend post-secondary? Explore the supportive services we offer through the  First Generation Admission Pathway!

First Generation Student Admission Pathway

Indigenous Admission Pathway

Do you self-identify as an Indigenous student? If so, you may qualify for the Indigenous Admission Pathway! 

Learn more about the Indigenous Admission Pathway

Meet The Team!

If you have any questions, connect with one of our team members! 

Contact the team

Richard Mitchell Access and Inclusion manager

Richard Mitchell

Manager Access and Inclusion 

15+ years of direct experience in community outreach, relationship building, and providing educational support to various students from underserved communities throughout the GTA.

Shoshannah Bennett-Dwara Recruitment Representitive

Shoshannah Bennett-Dwara

Recruitment Coordinator 

Shoshannah works directly with underrepresented communities in the GTA to assist in navigating the process of obtaining a post-secondary education. She has spent 4+ years working in EDII.

 
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