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The Founding College of the University of Toronto
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Community Co-ordinators

If you don't live in residence, your community co-ordinators can be your first point of support. They facilitate activities, events and programs to develop a strong sense of community for Off-Campus Students. 

They manage off-campus spaces such as the Commuter Student Centre, and the Clark Reading Room!

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What do they do?

Community Co-ordinators (CoCo) support and facilitate your community engagement at University College. They help orient new students to university life and provide social opportunities through events and programs for all Off-Campus students. They can also connect you with personal, academic, financial or other resources to support your undergraduate journey.

They are available for 1:1 conversations and oversee locker rentals and other activities in the Commuter Student Centre (CSC), and the Clark reading Room. 

When to meet with your CoCo:

  • If you want one-on-one peer support and advice on personal, academic, financial or other matters;
  • To participate in engaging programs and meet new people;
  • To learn how to get involved in the UC community.

Commuter Student Centre Update

We are thrilled to announce that we will be re-opening the Commuter Student Centre on Monday, Sept. 27th. It will be open Monday-Friday 10am-6pm. 

The CSC is located at 79 St George St. on the first floor of the University College Union. 

Please be prepared to show your UCheck 'Green Screen' to a UofT Staff upon arrival. If you have any questions about the Re-Opening of the CSC, please be in touch with us. 

See below for your CoCos Office Hours at the Commuter Student Centre, so you can come by the CSC and meet them in person!

2021-2022 Community Co-ordinators

Mariam is in her third year at UofT, pursuing a major in ethics, society, and law, and a double minor in bioethics and political science. Outside of her studies, Mariam enjoys cooking for friends and family, visiting new coffee shops, and exploring Toronto. Feel free to reach out to Mariam if you're interested in similar programs, looking for a new coffee spot in the city, or if you just want to chat!

Say hey to Mariam via email, here: mariam.dhanani@mail.utoronto.ca or visit her in-person during her office hours!

Mariam's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Thursdays, 12-2pm

Hi! My name is Angela and I'm super excited to be a CoCo in the 2021-2022 Academic year! I have a lot of interests including D&D, art, cycling, reading, mental health, history, philosophy, and more! I'm in my fourth year majoring in Human Biology and Psychology, with a minor in HPS. I'm open to learning about everything, so please don't hesitate to reach out, even if it's just just to say hello.

Say hey to Angela via email, here: angela.zolis@mail.utoronto.ca or visit her in person during her office hours!

Angela's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Thursdays, 12-2pm

Hey, my name is Rayden and I'll be heading into 4th year this year pursuing an Actuarial Science and Physiology Double Major. I'm a huge sports guy just recently getting into tennis, and a huge EDM and hip hop fan so any new suggestions would be appreciated!

Say hey to Rayden via email, here: rayden.lin@mail.utoronto.ca or visit him in-person during his office hours!

Rayden's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Fridays, 4-6pm 

My name is Fiona and I use she/her pronouns. I am going into my 4th year majoring in History with double minors in Political Science and Environmental Studies, if you have any questions regarding any of these programs please don't hesitate to reach out! In addition, I have lived in rez and I have also been a commuter. I would love to answer any questions you have about campus and student life. Always happy to chat about uni or the newest netflix show!

Say hey to Fiona via email, here: fiona.mccrow@mail.utoronto.ca or visit her in-person during her office hours!

Fiona's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Thursdays, 4-6pm

Hi everyone! My name is Juliette, and I’m a fourth-year international student doing a double major in Health & Disease and Biology with a minor in Immunology. Throughout my time at UofT I’ve strived to engage in opportunities where I’ve been able to help others and build a sense of community, such as mentoring and coordinating events for students. I’m really excited to be a Community Coordinator this year so that I can support commuter students in any way I can! My goal is to help other students become more engaged with the community and feel a greater sense of belonging at UC and UofT.  Please feel free to reach out to me for absolutely anything even if it’s just to have a chat. I’d love to get to know as many of our commuter students as possible, and I look forward to meeting you!

Say hey to Juliette via email, here: juliette.vanoost@mail.utoronto.ca or visit her in-person during her office hours!

Juliette's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Tuesdays, 4-6pm

What is gouda? Hope you are grate! sorry for getting chessy! (I'm done, I'm done) My name's Ruth and I am a 4th year student doing a double major in Peace, Conflict & Justice and Diaspora & Transnational Studies with a minor in Music History & Culture. I'm originally from Ohio but now proudly hail from Hamilton (not the musical) so if you ever want a good commuting story, I have tons from the magic school bus. Beyond long walks on the beach, I love all sorts of arts and crafts, Ratatouille, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid. I know as students we tend to become hyperfocused on numerical values from GPA to our student numbers, but being part of a community is really something you can't put a price on. I'm looking forward to meeting you all and if you ever want to know how to have a fun and free day in Toronto or learn a cool craft, I am your go-to guy! Take it Easy, Ruth! 

Say hey to Ruth via email, here: ruth.masuka@mail.utoronto.ca or visit her in-person during her office hours!

Ruth's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Fridays, 10-12pm

Howdy! Daniella here! I am pumped to be Community Coordination this year! I’m heading into my 4th year and am ready to make this the best yet with the UC community all around me. I am a commuter, zooming in a out of Toronto each and every day, so feel free to share your subway stories with me! I’ll be around all year to chat about navigating life in the big city, working while studying, and making sure you’re having fun throughout the process!

Say hey to Daniella via email, here: daniella.colangelo@mail.utoronto.ca or visit her in-person during her office hours!

Daniella's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Mondays, 1-3pm

Hi! My name's Tasneem (she/her) and I'm a second year humanities student at UofT. I'm studying English and history! I chose to become a CoCo because I love to help people. If you need uni advice or ever want to talk about anything, then feel free to reach out :) 

Say hey to Tasneem via email, here: t.choudhury@mail.utoronto.ca or visit her in-person during her office hours!

Tasneem's Weekly Office Hours at the CSC: Tuesdays, 12-2pm