By joining the Statistical Sciences Second-Year Learning Community (SLC), you will be surrounded by a small community of second-year students who are learning to navigate their academic and co-curricular pathways to make the most of their experiences as statistical sciences students. The SLC program is designed to help you make the most out of your degree by engaging in various social, academic and professional development opportunities.
For more information about statistical sciences, visit the Statistical Sciences website.
Apply to a Statistical Sciences SLC
Applications for the 2026-27 academic year will open June 1, 2026, and close July 1, 2026. Applications submitted after the deadline will be considered for a waitlist, pending space.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Statistical Sciences SLC, you must be a second-year student enrolled in any of the following statistical sciences programs:
- Data Science Specialist (science program)
- Specialist in Statistical Science: Methods and Practice (science program)
- Specialist in Statistical Science: Theory and Methods (science program)
- Statistics Major (science program)
SLC Course Overview
Students in the Statistical Sciences SLC will meet biweekly for core sessions beginning the week of September 14, 2026, with informal hangouts offered in the alternate weeks.
Time: Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Your SLC Team
Department: Statistical Sciences
Title: Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream Human Biology Program and Department of Statistical Sciences
Years worked for your current department and/or U of T: Two years
Undergraduate major/specialist and institution: Statistics; Actuarial Science/Finance Option; Computer Science Minor at the University of Waterloo
Hometown: Markham, ON
Why you decided to serve as a faculty advisor: To get to know our wonderful students. I'm currently the chair of the Student and Recent Graduate Committee (SARGC) of the Statistical Society of Canada (SSC), and I wanted to connect with the student community at U of T as well!
One piece of advice for a second-year student: Don't be scared to take up space and advocate for your dreams. Everything will fall into place!
Hobby or interest: I love video games and cosplay! The last game I played to completion was Hades 2, and I casually play Switch games as well!
Department: Statistical Sciences
Title: Mentorship Assistant
Years worked for your current department and/or U of T: Department of Statistical Sciences: five months; Daniels Faculty of Architecture Landscape and Design (UofT): four years
Undergraduate major/specialist and institution: Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies (2021) - U of T; Master of Education, Social Justice Education (2028) - U of T
Hometown: Bermuda
Why you decided to serve as a staff advisor: I am excited to serve as a staff advisor for the Statistics SLC because I am passionate about supporting student mentorship and community building. I look forward to guiding and collaborating with our Statistics Peer Mentor to create a meaningful, engaging experience for second-year students.
One piece of advice for a second-year student: Don't be afraid to ask for help, there are so many resources available for you to succeed so please use them. Also don't forget to have fun and follow your passions! These are some of the best days of your lives, take advantage of the moment.
Hobby or interest: I love to design and sew my own clothes. Fashion is everything!
Program: Actuarial Specialist, Statistics Minor
Year: Four
College: Trinity College
Hometown: Calgary, Alberta
An interesting fact: I have been banking with BMO for 17 years (ask me how).
What do you enjoy most about your studies: I enjoy how channelled my studies are when it comes to going into a stable, innovative and high-paying career and line of work.
Hobby or interest: Hiking, kayaking and night drives.