Call for Papers: TGSA 2025 Spring Conference – Theology, Conflict, Violence, and Peacebuilding

Dear All,

We are pleased to announce the 2025 TGSA Spring Conference on the theme Theology, Conflict, Violence, and Peacebuilding, taking place on May 3, 2025, at the University of Toronto, St. George Campus.

We invite you to submit your proposals / abstracts. Please see the attached poster for more details and for sample topics.

Proposal Deadline: March 1, 2025
Submit proposals to: tgsaconference2025@gmail.com

Best,
TGSA

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CALL FOR POSTER PRESENTATIONS!!!!!!!

Dear All,

I trust you are having a nice festive break.

GCTS, the Library Staff, and TGSA are co-hosting a poster presentation exhibition on January 22-24 at Knox College. PhD students who have completed the general exams are welcome to present.

Poster presentations can be listed on CVs.

PhD students interested in presenting should email Matteo Carboni by January 17, 2025. To submit your presentation, please email Matteo Carboni at matteo.carboni@mail.utoronto.ca.

Here are some resources for putting together a poster presentation we hope you find helpful:

https://sk-sagepub-com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/skills/student-success/ssa/planning-an-assignment/04?utm_source=ss360

https://methods-sagepub-com.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/book/presenting-your-research/i567.xml

https://books-scholarsportal-info.myaccess.library.utoronto.ca/en/read?id=/ebooks/ebooks3/springer/2018-01-15/1/9783319612805#page=8

Best,

TGSA

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Louisville Grant Writing Webinar – Thursday, Jan 9 on Zoom

Hello Everyone,

Are you applying for the Louisville grant? Are you interested in learning about best practices in the grant application process?

We’re pleased to invite you to the Louisville Grant Writing webinar, right after the holiday break, on Thursday, January 9, from 3:00–4:30 PM via Zoom, hosted by Dr. Callie Callon. Dr. Callon will offer insights on the Louisville grant application process, and a couple of past Louisville grant recipients will share their experiences and offer useful tips.

Please let us know if you plan to attend the webinar so we can send you the Zoom link. You can confirm your attendance by emailing torontotheology@outlook.com.

Best,
TGSA

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Upcoming TGSA Winter/Spring Workshops & Events – Save the Dates!

Dear Friends,

Compliments of the season!

As we go on holiday break, we’d like to share a preview of the exciting workshops and events TGSA has planned for the Winter/Spring term. Please take note of these activities. We will send more precise date and information about each event later.

Here’s what’s coming up:

Louisville Grant Writing Workshop
Facilitator: Dr. Callie Callon
Date: Thursday, January 9, 3pm-4:30pm, via Zoom

Doctorate Dissertation Poster Presentation
Date: January 22-24, 2025, at Knox College.
In collaboration with the Library Committee, TGSA will be hosting this event, which serves as an opportunity for doctoral students to showcase their research.

Mental Health/Wellness Workshop
Facilitator: Dr. Angela Schmidt
Date: Last week of February

Proposal and Prospectus Writing Workshop
Speaker: Dr. Mike Attridge
Date: TBD (early February or early March)
Stay tuned for confirmation of dates for this workshop.

Resume and LinkedIn Profile Building Workshop
Facilitator: Mary McAuliffe (U of T Career Exploration and Education Centre)
Date: Third week of March

TGSA Conference
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jean-Pierre Fortin Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025
Mark your calendars for our annual TGSA Spring Conference—details to come later.

Best,

TGSA

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Join Us for the TGSA Christmas Cookie Exchange!

Dear Members,

TGSA invites you to our year-end TheoSocial event – Christmas Cookie Exchange!

📅 Date: December 12, 2024
⏰ Time: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
📍 Location: TST Building

Bring your favorite cookies to share, and enjoy light refreshments. This is a great chance to unwind, mingle with fellow students, and spread some holiday cheer!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Warm regards,
TGSA

(Poster attached)

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🎄 Santa Claus Parade Live Viewing Party 🎅

Dear Friends,

Ring in the holiday season by joining us for a Santa Claus Parade Live Viewing Party, hosted by the TST and TGSA.

Enjoy a festive afternoon watching the Toronto Santa Claus Parade together with friends, family, and your TST peers. Kids are welcome. The TST building offers a great live view of the parade, which passes right in front of the building. 

📍 Location: TST Building, 47 Queen’s Park Cres. East

📅 Date: November 24, 2024

🕧 Time: 12:30 PM

🎉 Refreshments & Drinks Provided! 🎉

See the attached poster for more details. 

Please contact us in advance if you’ve got any accessibility needs, so that arrangements can be made.

Best,

TGSA

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