Building a social support network will make it easier for you to succeed while you complete your graduate program. This skill is especially important to students who may not be familiar with the university community.

Tips:

• Learn how to manage work-life balance as a graduate student to maintain your health and happiness
• Build a system of supports and connections to help you through every stage of your graduate program

Resources at Memorial:

• Attend graduate orientation to get help navigating your transition to graduate school
• Participate in GSU clubs and societies to get involved with campus life
• Go to on campus events and experience all that Memorial has to offer
• Volunteer on-campus or in the local community through the Student Volunteer Bureau 

For International Students:

• Join the MUN Mentors Program offered by the Internationalization Office
• Attend Coffee Club to socialize and connect with friends
• Join the Internationalization Office discussion group
• Contact an international student advisor to get help with your transition to life in Canada