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Double the Trouble!
The DNS Buddies
Program
By: Rodney Au-Yeung By: Andreea Zurbau
At the time of writing this piece, the league has yet
to finish, so the floor burns and deep dives continue
for a few more weeks. We had a great turnout this
year, with enough players to form two teams: good
ol’ Nutrilyzers in intermediate B for a competitive
touch, and our new recreational league team, Insulin
Spike for a more relaxing, beginner-friendly
atmosphere! Both teams performed very well,
holding our own every game, and speaks to the
athletic prowess displayed by the DNS. While our
chances for making the playoffs this year looks slim,
we had a great time and there’s always next year! We
hope new and existing players alike will join next
year’s team, and always remember the 5 “V”: Volley,
Vigilance, Vision, Velocity, and – of course – Victory!
See you all next year! The Department of Nutritional Sciences Buddies
Program has been an annual initiative to match
incoming graduate students with a senior mentor.
Traditionally, mentors would advise mentees on
scholarship opportunities and program requirements,
and introduce them to the Department’s student body.
This year, the DNS Buddies Program took on a new
spin. There was no longer a pairing of students, but
rather a network of students was formed to share
wisdom and build a foundation of support for the
career endeavours of their peers. The thought being
that graduate students at any stage can provide
guidance as each has entered DNS with different
experiences and through varying opportunities.
One meeting is hosted each semester. The Fall
meeting took place on October 13 th 2016 and was a
networking social at a U of T student lounge. The
second meeting will be in June with a guest speaker
invited to present on joining the work force beyond
entry level. The DNS Buddies Program is open to all
graduate students in the Department. We hope to see
you at our next meeting!
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