Criminology and Sociolegal Studies (CrimSL) received strong interest from the over 10,000 visitors to U of T's 2023 Fall Campus Day open house on Saturday, November 18 from 10 am to 3 pm.
Undergraduate Administrator Beatrix Doma managed the CrimSL booth in the Great Hall at Hart House. She spent a busy day welcoming visitors — mostly prospective students and their parents — and answering questions about the range of courses and programs offered in criminology and sociolegal studies at U of T.
But she wasn't alone. Student volunteers Sara Hashemi (BA 2024), Leann Onyegbula (BA 2024), Nadia Persaud (BA 2024), Vansh Ruhela (BA 2024), and Dean Tessaro (BA 2026) gave generously of their time and energy to educate others about the programs.
The CrimSL team fielded questions from a steady stream of visitors: What is criminology? How is sociolegal studies different from the sociology of law? What exactly will we learn? What are the entry requirements? What are the potential career paths for a graduate?
"I was very impressed with how welcoming our volunteers were to the prospective students and how enthusiastically and helpfully they answered questions," says Beatrix.
Major and specialist undergraduate programs offered by CrimSL are open to students in their second year of study who meet the requirements.
Beatrix enjoyed the experience and thinks it was worthwhile for attendees. "I like to promote CrimSL courses and programs whenever I can. Our program is outstanding!" she says. She sees value in helping students who want to focus on criminology and sociolegal studies by providing the information they need to realize their goals.
"Enrolments are limited and can fill up quickly. Prospective students need to plan their first-year schedules to meet the requirements if they are serious about pursuing a criminology and sociolegal studies major or specialist program during their undergraduate studies."
Beatrix notes that the CrimSL website is also an excellent source of up-to-date information. She points in particular to the Frequently Asked Questions about Undergraduate Admissions.
And she invites anyone with questions about CrimSL's undergraduate courses and programs to reach out to her at crimsl.undergrad@utoronto.ca.
"Fall Campus Day may be over, but I'm available to answer questions any time throughout the year," Beatrix says.
About U of T Fall Campus Day
U of T’s annual fall event for future students, Fall Campus Day provides the opportunity for prospective students, as well as their parents, families and friends, to visit the downtown St. George campus and get details about our programs, colleges, residences, student life and more. Campus and residence tours, mini-lectures and presentations from the different faculties run throughout the day.