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Giving Voice UTM
Wave 3: Spring Survey
April 17th, 2025
We launched our first Spring survey in April 2025, recruiting students through campus-wide advertising at UTM and outreach on social media. For those who have not previously participated, this provided an opportunity to get involved in the study.
We launched our first Spring survey in April 2025, recruiting students through campus-wide advertising at UTM and outreach on social media. For those who have not previously participated, this provided an opportunity to get involved in the study.
Make a Terrarium
March 18th, 2025
In partnership with Professor Lars Barquist, we hosted a terrarium-making workshop where participants created their own miniature gardens. The hands-on activity offered insight into plant care and the therapeutic value of horticulture.
In partnership with Professor Lars Barquist, we hosted a terrarium-making workshop where participants created their own miniature gardens. The hands-on activity offered insight into plant care and the therapeutic value of horticulture.
Chung Lab x UTM Film Club: Moonlight
March 13th, 2025
In collaboration with the UTM Film Club, we hosted a screening of Moonlight with refreshments and snacks. The acclaimed film sparked thoughtful conversations on identity, resilience, and personal growth.
In collaboration with the UTM Film Club, we hosted a screening of Moonlight with refreshments and snacks. The acclaimed film sparked thoughtful conversations on identity, resilience, and personal growth.
Chung Lab x Studio X x HCC: Webs of Being
March 5th, 2025
As part of the HCC’s Let’s Talk UTM event, we collaborated with Studio X on an interactive art installation exploring shared experiences, coping strategies, and support networks within the UTM community. The piece emphasized the deep connection between mental well-being and community support.
As part of the HCC’s Let’s Talk UTM event, we collaborated with Studio X on an interactive art installation exploring shared experiences, coping strategies, and support networks within the UTM community. The piece emphasized the deep connection between mental well-being and community support.
Zine Creative Cowork
March 3rd, 2025
We hosted a creative coworking session where participants made mood boards, collages, and contributed to the zine through arts and crafts activities.
We hosted a creative coworking session where participants made mood boards, collages, and contributed to the zine through arts and crafts activities.
Chung Lab x PAUSE: Black Contributions to Psychology
February 26th, 2025
We partnered with PAUSE to host a discussion on the contributions of Black scholars to psychology. The event included a documentary screening and a thoughtful conversation on the significance of Black Psychology, promoting awareness and appreciation for diverse perspectives in the field.
We partnered with PAUSE to host a discussion on the contributions of Black scholars to psychology. The event included a documentary screening and a thoughtful conversation on the significance of Black Psychology, promoting awareness and appreciation for diverse perspectives in the field.
Chung Lab x Studio X x UTMSU: Symbols in Light
January 24th, 2025
We collaborated with Studio X and UTMSU to host a Lunar New Year paper-cut workshop, where participants created intricate designs inspired by symbols of luck, prosperity, and renewal. The final artwork was featured on our Instagram page and displayed in the UTMSU Student Centre presentation room.
We collaborated with Studio X and UTMSU to host a Lunar New Year paper-cut workshop, where participants created intricate designs inspired by symbols of luck, prosperity, and renewal. The final artwork was featured on our Instagram page and displayed in the UTMSU Student Centre presentation room.
Tea Time
January 23rd, 2025
We hosted a drop-in tea time party at our lab (DH 4035) where participants could come and meet the Giving Voice Research Team and enjoy some tea and sweet treats!
We hosted a drop-in tea time party at our lab (DH 4035) where participants could come and meet the Giving Voice Research Team and enjoy some tea and sweet treats!
Exam Jam: Bookmark Making
December 2024
As part of UTM’s annual Exam Jam, we hosted a bookmark and gratitude card making activity to support students during exams. This initiative provided students with resources for stress relief and academic preparation, ensuring they had access to a supportive and engaging study environment.
As part of UTM’s annual Exam Jam, we hosted a bookmark and gratitude card making activity to support students during exams. This initiative provided students with resources for stress relief and academic preparation, ensuring they had access to a supportive and engaging study environment.
Wave 2: Winter Survey
We recruited students for our first Winter survey, which was launched in December 2024. Recruitment included advertising across the UTM campus and on social media. For those who were unable to participate in the Fall survey, this offered a great opportunity to get involved in the study.
Zine Submissions Have Opened!
December 2024
We announced the launch of our first-ever Giving Voice Zine! This publication will showcase creative works submitted by participants, offering a platform for artistic expression and community dialogue about the transition to university. We encourage all forms of creativity, including writing, visual art, and digital designs.
We announced the launch of our first-ever Giving Voice Zine! This publication will showcase creative works submitted by participants, offering a platform for artistic expression and community dialogue about the transition to university. We encourage all forms of creativity, including writing, visual art, and digital designs.
Narrative Data Collection Has Launched!
December 2024
For Wave 2 of Giving Voice, Stella started recruiting participants for her narratives project! Her project seeks to explore the diverse university experiences of students by providing a platform for personal storytelling and reflection. By capturing unique perspectives, she hope to enrich our understanding of student life and well-being.
For Wave 2 of Giving Voice, Stella started recruiting participants for her narratives project! Her project seeks to explore the diverse university experiences of students by providing a platform for personal storytelling and reflection. By capturing unique perspectives, she hope to enrich our understanding of student life and well-being.
Winter Social
November 26th, 2024
To conclude the fall semester, we hosted a winter-themed social featuring festive treats, gingerbread cookie decorating, and holiday cartoons. Participants had the opportunity to engage with the core research team, connect with fellow participants and receive updates on the Giving Voice project in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
To conclude the fall semester, we hosted a winter-themed social featuring festive treats, gingerbread cookie decorating, and holiday cartoons. Participants had the opportunity to engage with the core research team, connect with fellow participants and receive updates on the Giving Voice project in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Paint Fest
November 8th, 2024
We hosted a creative tote bag painting event where participants had the chance to paint their very own tote bag, learn more about Giving Voice, and meet the core research team. This event was a wonderful blend of self-expression, community-building, and relaxation.
We hosted a creative tote bag painting event where participants had the chance to paint their very own tote bag, learn more about Giving Voice, and meet the core research team. This event was a wonderful blend of self-expression, community-building, and relaxation.
Chung Lab x UTM Walks
November 4th, 2024
In collaboration with UTM Moves, the Recreation, Athletics, and Wellness Centre, we hosted a guided campus walk highlighting the diverse trees and birds that make UTM a beautiful campus.
In collaboration with UTM Moves, the Recreation, Athletics, and Wellness Centre, we hosted a guided campus walk highlighting the diverse trees and birds that make UTM a beautiful campus.
Pumpkin Decorating
October 25th, 2024
To celebrate the Fall season, we hosted a cozy pumpkin decorating social where participants got creative with paints and decorations! Alongside some seasonal treats, participants had a chance to take a break from midterm stress, learn more about the Giving Voice project, connect with the core Giving Voice team, and meet fellow participants.
To celebrate the Fall season, we hosted a cozy pumpkin decorating social where participants got creative with paints and decorations! Alongside some seasonal treats, participants had a chance to take a break from midterm stress, learn more about the Giving Voice project, connect with the core Giving Voice team, and meet fellow participants.
Earth to Indigo
October 11th, 2024
We partnered with Studio X and the UTM Indigenous Centre for a hands-on workshop where participants created cyanotype prints using local plants. The event also explored the cultural significance and traditional uses of native flora, fostering a deeper connection to nature and Indigenous knowledge.
We partnered with Studio X and the UTM Indigenous Centre for a hands-on workshop where participants created cyanotype prints using local plants. The event also explored the cultural significance and traditional uses of native flora, fostering a deeper connection to nature and Indigenous knowledge.
Wave 1: Fall Survey
September 11th, 2024
We launched our Fall recruitment for the first survey of the Fall/Winter term! Outreach took place across the UTM campus and on social media, with posters, digital flyers, and announcements. We were glad to welcome new participants to the Giving Voice community!
We launched our Fall recruitment for the first survey of the Fall/Winter term! Outreach took place across the UTM campus and on social media, with posters, digital flyers, and announcements. We were glad to welcome new participants to the Giving Voice community!
The Chung Lab at SURF 2024!
August 24th, 2024
The Chung Lab research team presented three posters at UTM's 2024 Summer Undergraduate Research Fair! Poster presentations included the Karakter Project (Besher and Sarra), Giving Voice (Rose, Jun, Maheel), and Benji's work with CAMH! An amazing job by our research assistants, who put so much time and effort into perfecting their posters for lay audiences.
The Chung Lab research team presented three posters at UTM's 2024 Summer Undergraduate Research Fair! Poster presentations included the Karakter Project (Besher and Sarra), Giving Voice (Rose, Jun, Maheel), and Benji's work with CAMH! An amazing job by our research assistants, who put so much time and effort into perfecting their posters for lay audiences.
Chung Lab x EagleConnect Research Panel Event
June 27th, 2024
The University of Toronto Mississauga offers a range of research opportunities, including the Work-Study program, Research Opportunity Programs (ROPs), internships, and research-based courses. However, navigating these options can be challenging especially for first-year or incoming students. To help demystify the process, the Chung Lab hosted its first research panel in collaboration with UTM’s EagleConnect. This webinar invited students to explore various research pathways at UTM and hear firsthand experiences from undergraduate students, graduate students, and professors. A recording of the event is available on the EagleConnect Quercus page.
The University of Toronto Mississauga offers a range of research opportunities, including the Work-Study program, Research Opportunity Programs (ROPs), internships, and research-based courses. However, navigating these options can be challenging especially for first-year or incoming students. To help demystify the process, the Chung Lab hosted its first research panel in collaboration with UTM’s EagleConnect. This webinar invited students to explore various research pathways at UTM and hear firsthand experiences from undergraduate students, graduate students, and professors. A recording of the event is available on the EagleConnect Quercus page.
Recruitment begins in May 2024
April 2024
We are super excited to begin recruiting participants in May 2024. Recruitment will include advertising via UTM campus and social media! Currently, we are in the process of creating our recruitment materials, which we will share along with the sign-up links in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
We are super excited to begin recruiting participants in May 2024. Recruitment will include advertising via UTM campus and social media! Currently, we are in the process of creating our recruitment materials, which we will share along with the sign-up links in the next few weeks. Stay tuned!
Research Ethics Board (REB) Approval Paves the Way for Study Launch
April 2024
The Research Ethics Board (REB) approved of our study protocol, allowing us to launch the study this year!
The Research Ethics Board (REB) approved of our study protocol, allowing us to launch the study this year!
Graduate Students Secure Canada Graduate Scholarship
(CGS-M)
April 2024
Graduate students Stella Zhang and Marim Adel have been granted the Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS-M), a program designed to financially support the research training of high-achieving graduate students. They are thrilled to utilize this funding to support the research activities of the Giving Voice project.
Graduate students Stella Zhang and Marim Adel have been granted the Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS-M), a program designed to financially support the research training of high-achieving graduate students. They are thrilled to utilize this funding to support the research activities of the Giving Voice project.
Strengthening Support: Participating in UTM's Mental Health Support Training Program
March 2024
We participated in UTM's Respond, Recognize, and Refer (RRR) program. This program trained us in identifying key indicators of mental health concerns, initiating supportive conversations centering on mental health, and making suitable referrals to campus and community resources. We are enthusiastic about continuing to seek mental health support training to enhance our ability to support the well-being of students in the Giving Voice project!
We participated in UTM's Respond, Recognize, and Refer (RRR) program. This program trained us in identifying key indicators of mental health concerns, initiating supportive conversations centering on mental health, and making suitable referrals to campus and community resources. We are enthusiastic about continuing to seek mental health support training to enhance our ability to support the well-being of students in the Giving Voice project!
Wave 0: Summer Survey
July 2024
In preparation for launching the Giving Voice project, we successfully piloted a subset of questionnaires and instructions with current racialized students at UTM. Our aim was to evaluate the relevance, clarity, and overall quality of these materials for the study. The pilot included an online survey followed by optional interviews, focusing on participants' understanding and interpretation of the questionnaires and instructions. We are determining how to integrate the pilot data into the Giving Voice project. Additionally, we are establishing a student advisory board to further pilot these materials.
In preparation for launching the Giving Voice project, we successfully piloted a subset of questionnaires and instructions with current racialized students at UTM. Our aim was to evaluate the relevance, clarity, and overall quality of these materials for the study. The pilot included an online survey followed by optional interviews, focusing on participants' understanding and interpretation of the questionnaires and instructions. We are determining how to integrate the pilot data into the Giving Voice project. Additionally, we are establishing a student advisory board to further pilot these materials.
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