Mark your calendar for our next upcoming TGSA event, the PhD Roadmap Drop-In Question and Answer Session, happening on Thursday, January 29, from 4:00–5:30 p.m. at the TST building. This in-person session will feature Dr. Mike Attridge (theology stream) and Dr. Brian Irwin (biblical studies stream). The poster for this event is attached for more info.
Best,
TGSA
Dear All.
I trust you are staying warm. This is a reminder that TGSA’s Scholarship and Grant Writing Success Workshop is scheduled for Monday, January 26, 2026, from 4:00–5:30 p.m., featuring Dr. Callie Callon, with insights from a former student grant recipient.
In light of a forecasted snowstorm on Sunday and the possibility that campus may be closed on Monday, January 26, this event will now take place entirely online via Zoom.
The Zoom link will be sent via your Utoronto email. Find the attached poster for further details.
Best,
TGSA
Dear all,
Happy New Year, and welcome back. I hope the transition into 2026 has been manageable so far.
This is a refreshed reminder of TGSA’s Winter–Spring 2026 lineup. Please feel free to save the updated schedule below. More details for each event will be sent closer to the day.
Scholarship and Writing Success
Monday, January 26, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 PM | TST Boardroom
Featuring Dr. Callie Callon
PhD Road Map Drop-In
Thursday, January 29, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 PM | TST Boardroom
With Dr. Mike Attridge and Dr. Brian Irwin
Language Exam Success Panel
Thursday, February 26, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 PM | TST Boardroom
Panelists: Dr. Victoria Melnyk (German), Dr. Brian Irwin (Hebrew), Dr. David Ross (Latin)
Publication and Conference Success
Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 PM | TST Boardroom
Featuring Dr. Justin Statis, Dr. Mark J. Boda, and Dr. Marion Taylor
TGSA Spring 2026 Conference
Friday, May 1, 2026 | 9:30–4:00 PM | Trinity College Combination Room
Featuring: TBD
We look forward to seeing you throughout the semester.
Best,
TGSA
Dear all,
Ring in the festive season by joining us for the TST & TGSA Santa Claus Parade Live Viewing on Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 12p.m.at the TST Building (47 Queen’s Park Crescent East). The parade moves right past the front of the building, making it a perfect spot to watch with family, friends and colleagues.
It’s a kid-friendly event, and family and friends are warmly welcome. Come enjoy the parade, some light refreshments, and a cheerful time together.There will also be simple festive crafts available for kids.
If you are available to help out as a volunteer on the day, please email: torontotheology@outlook.com
See attached poster for more details.
Best,
TGSA
Dear All,
We’re excited to announce that applications for both the TGSA and GCTS Fall 2025 Conference Awards are now open! These awards provide financial assistance to students presenting at academic conferences between September 1 and December 31, 2025.
All students who will be presenting are encouraged to apply, even if you’ve received an award in the past. However, priority will be given to students who have not received a TGSA award.
The application deadline for both awards is Friday, October 31, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. (noon).
For instructions on how to apply and to access the required forms, visit: https://www.tst.edu/conference-awards
For more details on eligibility and available funding, please review the attached flyers.
Best,
TGSA
Dear All,
Welcome to a new academic year.
We’re pleased to invite you to a virtual Writing Workshop with Professor Callie Callon, offering guidance on how to prepare a strong application for the Canada Graduate Research
Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS D).
Date: Friday, September 5, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM (Eastern)
Location: Zoom (link to be shared upon RSVP)
Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 3. See poster for more details.
This workshop will be helpful whether you’re applying this year or planning ahead. We look forward to seeing many of you there.
Best,
TGSA
