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  • [Feb 7th or Mar 7th] Hit the Slopes with ECEGSS!

    Get ready for an exciting evening of skiing or snowboarding with ECEGSS and UTSC Outdoor Recreation at Lakeridge Resort on Friday, February 7th OR Friday, March 7.

    ๐ŸŒŸ No experience neededโ€”everyone is welcome! ๐ŸŒŸ

    Spend an evening gliding down the slopes! Choose skiing or snowboardingโ€”all rentals included! Enjoy 5 hours of night skiing/snowboarding and a 1-hour lesson designed for all experience levels.

    ๐Ÿ“… Event Details
    ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date : Choose either Friday, February 7th or Friday, March 7
    ๐Ÿ“ Location : Lakeridge Resort
    ๐ŸšŒ Departure : Bus pickup at 3:00 PM from Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, UTSC
    โฐ Return : Bus drop by 10:30 PM at Toronto Pan Am Sports Centre, UTSC

    What’s Included:
    โœ… Lakeridge ticket
    โœ… Rentals (skis, boots, poles, and helmet OR snowboard, boots, and helmet)
    โœ… 1-hour lesson with Lakeridge staff
    โœ… Round-trip bus transportation

    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Registration Details
    Cost: $40 for ECE students (subsidized rate)
    Optional: +$20 for Uber travel between UTSG and UTSC Pan Am Centre (Pickup will be at 1:45 PM on the day of the event in front of Bahen; the same location will be used for dropoff.)
    Please make payments via e-transfer to ecegss@studentorg.utoronto.ca๐Ÿฅค

    ๐Ÿ”— Register Here: https://forms.office.com/r/nWVWxAqG38
    ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Limited spots availableโ€”register early to secure yours! (Note: Each person can register for only one event date.)

    โ›ท๏ธ Ready to join the fun?
    Donโ€™t miss this incredible chance for a winter adventure! Sign up now, and weโ€™ll see you on the slopes!

    See you there!

    Cheers,
    ๐ŸŒŸ ECEGSS & UTSC Outdoor Recreation

  • [Jan 17th] Board Game Night

    ๐ŸŽฒ Unwind with Board Game Night! ๐ŸŽฒ

    Join us for a fun-filled evening featuring games like Catan, Cards Against Humanity, Exploding Kittens, Chess, and many more! ๐Ÿƒโ™Ÿ๏ธ

    ๐Ÿ“… When: Friday, January 17
    ๐Ÿ•” Time: 5:00 โ€“ 8:00 PM
    ๐Ÿ“ Where: BA5157 โ€“ ECE Grad Student Lounge

    โœจ No sign-up required, and there will be free snacks to keep you energized!

    This is a great opportunity for incoming students to meet new people, make connections, and bond with fellow grad students in a relaxed, friendly setting. Bring your friends or come solo โ€“ thereโ€™s something for everyone.

    See you there! ๐Ÿ˜Š

    Hosted by ECEGSS.

  • [Jan 10th] Graduate Social & Arcade Night

    Dear ECE Students,

    Weโ€™re thrilled to invite all new and senior students to our upcoming Graduate Social & Arcade Night , hosted by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Student Society (ECEGSS)! ๐ŸŽ‰

    This is the perfect chance for new students to meet peers, and for seniors to share experiences, all in a fun and relaxed environment. ๐ŸŽฎ

    Event Details:

    ๐Ÿ•น๏ธ What : Pub Night with food, drinks, and games
    โฐ When : January 10th, 2025, 6-9 PM
    ๐Ÿ“ Where : Freeplay Toronto, 300 College St.

    Why You Should Attend:

    Abundant Snacks: Enjoy delicious food and drinks throughout the night. ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿป
    Meet new students and reconnect with friends: Socialize and make new connections in the ECE community. ๐Ÿค
    Unlimited Gaming: Have a blast with unlimited arcade games and fun! ๐Ÿ•น๏ธ

    How to Attend:

    Reserve your spot here: https://forms.office.com/r/gPtTyhD4La (limited tickets) ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ
    Admission: $10 per student (Includes a free drink (mocktail/cocktail) and plenty of food)
    Please make payments via e-transfer to ecegss@studentorg.utoronto.ca๐Ÿฅค

    Letโ€™s make it a night to remember! ๐ŸŽ‰

    Cheers,
    ECEGSS

  • [Dec 16th] SNACK PARTY!!

    Embrace the winter vibes with us! โ„๏ธ Imagine a warm, inviting space filled with hot coffee, delicious snacks, and great conversations. Sounds perfect, right? Join us for โ€œSNACK PARTYโ€, an event designed to bring students and professors together in a relaxed, friendly setting.

    This is your chance to connect with ECE professors beyond the classroom, ask questions, share ideas, and build meaningful relationships over coffee and a variety of tasty treats. Itโ€™s a casual and welcoming environment where everyone is encouraged to chat and unwind.

    ๐Ÿ“Œ When: Monday, December 16
    ๐Ÿ•’ Time: 1-3 PM
    ๐Ÿ“ Where: BA5157 โ€“ Graduate Student Lounge

    Weโ€™ll have plenty of coffee, tea, and an assortment of snacks to keep you cozy and energized. Donโ€™t miss this opportunity to mingle with your professors and peers. See you there! โ˜•โœจ

  • [Sept 15th] Escape Room


    Dear Grad Students

    We are thrilled to invite you to an exhilarating event hosted by the ECEGSS! Whether you are a current or new graduate student joining this September, this is the perfect opportunity to unwind, meet new friends, and enjoy some friendly competition.

    Event Details:

    • What: Escape Room & Axe Throwing ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿช“
    • When: September 15, 2024
    • Where: Escape Manor Toronto, 383 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1K1
    • Who: Open to all current and new graduate students in SGS (NOT limited to ECE students!)

    Why You Should Join:

    • Challenge your problem-solving skills in a thrilling escape room adventure.
    • Experience the excitement of axe throwing with your peers.
    • Network and bond with fellow graduate students in a fun, relaxed setting.

    How to Participate:

    Don’t miss out on this unique chance to de-stress, connect with your grad student community, and have a blast!

    We look forward to seeing you there!

    Sincerely,

    ECEGSS