Greetings

EXECuTIVE VP EDUCATION’ GREETINg

Welcome to The Michener Institute of Education at UHN and to the beginning of your career in health care. You are entering this field under incredible circumstances: the world is looking for innovative ways to stabilize and future-proof our health care system as we move into the recovery stage of the pandemic. During the past two years, Michener students have brought cutting-edge knowledge and experience into their professions, and it’s clear that you will also make our system better and stronger.

I know how hard you’ve worked to get to this point in your education, and pursuing a career in health care during a pandemic means that this path is more than just a career for you; it’s about helping others in need and connecting with patients at the most challenging time in their lives. I can assure you that you will be surrounded by others here at Michener with the same vision and purpose, from classmates to faculty to alumni. This is what sets Michener apart.

Throughout the pandemic, Michener’s faculty mobilized quickly to keep students on track. This couldn’t have happened without our deep education design expertise, commitment to our students and our innate agility. I am confident that Michener’s in-person activities will roll out at a safe pace this academic year, and we will follow all public health guidelines to ensure a positive campus experience.

I would also like to take this opportunity to introduce Dr. Harvey Weingarten, the Principal of Michener. Dr. Weingarten will provide leadership, strategic advice and guidance as Michener expands to serve more students with more programs. Dr. Weingarten’s goal is to advocate for Michener so that we can further support you and the patients you will serve.

I look forward to an exciting and bright future together.

Dr. Brian Hodges

Executive VP Education and Chief Medical Officer, UHN

STuDENT COUNCIL PRE IDENT’ GREETINg

When I first learned of the Michener Institute I was fascinated by the high-tech machines, awardwinning programs, and the allure of living in downtown Toronto. I never expected to find such a caring and understanding group of support staff and healthcare professionals that I am lucky to call my classmates, teachers, and colleagues.

When you first arrive at The Michener Institute either online or in person, you will quickly realize how different it is from other educational institutes. Your classmates are helpful and just as eager to learn as you, your instructors remember your name and actually know you, and support is offered in an accessible format.

Your Student Council is dedicated to making sure every student leaves The Michener Institute with fond memories and experiences outside of the classroom. A team composed of well-rounded individuals from every discipline offered at Michener, all here for the same reason; to make your time at Michener more than just an education, to make it an experience.

With health precautions often changing, rest assured that any event we host will adhere to all public health and safety guidelines. The last two years, Michener Student Council has hosted in-person, online, and hybrid events – at this point were prepared for anything!

We are committed to bringing students closer together through any and all platforms. We work closely with the Learning Resource Centre (LRC) and Student Success Network (SSN) to help make this mission possible.

May your time at Michener not only help to shape you into the best possible healthcare professional but allow you to meet new people and develop new relationships within and outside of your program. One thing almost any upper year will recommend is to get involved! Whether you apply to be a student representative for Student Council, or you attend our events, the Student Council welcomes you to Michener.

More than education, an experience.

Claire-Marie Peck

Michener Student Council President Radiation Therapy, Class of 2024