Making Connections at b2B Workshops

The Department Germanic Languages and Literatures invites you to participate in the Backpack to Briefcase (b2B) program. Throughout the year, you will be invited to attend various b2B events such as networking events with alumni from the Department of Germanic Language and Literature, sit-down meals hosted by German alumni, Career Centre workshops and the U of T Next Steps Conference.

First step? Register for a Making Connections at Backpack to Briefcase workshop. You can choose to attend any of the available workshops (you need only attend one).

Making Connections at b2B Workshop Dates:

• Wed. Sept. 23 – Father Madden Auditorium, Carr Hall, 100 St. Joseph Street, 12–2pm
• Thurs. Sept. 24 – SS 1083, Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George Street, 4 –6pm
• Fri. Sept. 25 – SS 1087, Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George Street, 1–3pm
• Mon. Sept. 28 – MS 2170, Medical Sciences, 1 King’s College Circle, 12–2pm

Attend this workshop to learn the skills needed to make quality connections as you expand your personal and professional networks. Prepare and practice for b2B networking events in this interactive seminar. Learn how to start a conversation and make a good impression.

NOTE: Full participation in the b2B program can be included on your Co-Curricular Record (CCR). At a minimum, full participation includes: attendance at one b2B Career Centre workshop, one alumni-student event and the completion of related reflection & assessment activities. Your CCR is an official U of T document that lists approved activities/experiences that you’ve participated in outside the classroom.

* If you require an accommodation due to a disability please contact alumni@artsci.utoronto.ca at least one week prior to the event and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements.

We’ll look forward to seeing you at upcoming b2B events – always feel free to get in touch with questions about the program!

p.s. Join the Backpack to Briefcase group on LinkedIn and connect with fellow students and alumni before and after each b2B event. Feel free to take part in any career-related discussions on the LinkedIn group or start a discussion of your own!