UHN Summer Training And Research (STAR) Program
The UHN Office of Research Trainees cordially invites you to join UHN’s Summer Training and Research (STAR) program which includes learning sessions, a research day, and certificate of program completion. This program is an excellent opportunity to enhance your research and professional development skills while at UHN! The program is open to all UHN summer research students, including those in paid, co-op, and volunteer positions.
UHN STAR Learning Sessions
The 2024 UHN Summer Training and Research (STAR) program learning sessions are in- person, interactive learning opportunities covering a broad range of research and professional development topics.
Learning Session Dates and Topics: Click the date/time to add the Learning Session to your calendar!
| May 17, 2-3:30 pm | Research Readiness: Strategies for a Productive Summer |
| May 31, 2-3:30 pm | Setting up For Success: Tips for New Researchers presented by Ashley Farrell, Information Specialist, UHN Libraries |
| June 14, 2-3:30 pm | Creating Connections: Essential Networking Skills |
| July 5, 2-3:30 pm | Scientific Storytelling: Enhancing Your Communication and Presentation Skills with Dr. Nicole Woods, Senior Scientist and Director of The Institute for Education Research (TIER). |
| July 19, 2-3:30 pm | Navigating Futures: Exploring Diverse Careers in Science and Healthcare |
| August 2, 2-3:30 pm | Advance Your Academics: Key Insights into Graduate School |
All sessions will take place at the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute (550 University Ave) and will be recorded for anyone who cannot attend live.
To attend the STAR Program Learning Sessions, summer students must be registered with the ORT. By registering, you will gain full access communications for each learning session!
All attendees of STAR Program Learning Sessions must read and abide by the ORT Code of Conduct.
UHN STAR Research Day
The 2024 UHN STAR program also includes an opportunity for students to share their summer research with the UHN research community through an in-person poster session.
The UHN STAR Research Day will be held on August 13th from 1 to 4 pm in the Princess Margaret Cancer Research Tower (101 College St). Presenting students will be eligible to win prizes for the best poster presentations. Instructions on how to prepare the posters will be shared during the July 5th learning session on communications and presentation skills.
UHN summer research students who cannot present at the poster session in person will be provided an online alternative.
UHN STAR Certificate of Program Completion
UHN Research Students who attend or watch at least 4 learning sessions and participate in Research Day will receive a certificate of program completion.
Questions?
If you have any questions or concerns, please email the Office of Research Trainees at ortadmin@uhn.ca.