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5-day virtual summit to reduce stress and build university readiness
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Happy Wednesday, everyone! University Launch is... launched!I am SO EXCITED to share with you that University Launch 2026: A Virtual Readiness Summit is now live! University Launch 2026 is a 5-day virtual summit for students who are starting university this fall and want to start feeling ready: academically, personally, and practically. Through expert-led sessions on academic skills, well-being, career planning, and essential life skills, students will leave with greater clarity, stronger systems, and significantly less stress about the transition to university. I've added the first five speakers to the website, so you can see who will be there. We have academics, career coaches, food prep coaches... you name it.
DetailsDesigned for Grade 12 students in Canada starting university in September. May 6-10, 2026 (May 6-8 6:30-8:45pm ET, May 9-10 12:30-7:00pm ET) Because students are joining from different schedules and time zones across Canada, we’ve designed University Launch to be flexible. We don’t expect anyone to attend every single session live. Students can choose the sessions that feel most helpful for them. All sessions will be recorded and uploaded within 48 hours, and replays will be available for 12 months so students can watch on their own time and revisit sessions throughout their first year of university. Questions? Hit reply and ask away! |
Colleen | ChooseYourUni.ca
I work with current and future Canadian university students and their families as they get ready for uni! Planning & decision-making, scholarships & academic skills. Check out a sample of some previous Wednesday Wisdom emails below and sign up to get the next edition straight to your inbox!
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