Focus groups
McGill students, academic staff, and administrative / support staff are invited to take part in a series of in-person focus groups over the Fall and early Winter terms. These sessions will provide an opportunity for deeper discussion and reflection on the challenges, opportunities, and aspirations that will help shape McGill's academic direction over the next five years.
Schedule
- Oct. 1, 12 – 1:30pm (mixed - open to all)
- Oct. 15, 3 – 4:30pm (graduate students and postdocs only)
- Oct. 15, 5 – 6:30pm (undergraduate students only)
- Oct. 27, 3 – 4:30pm (mixed - open to all)
- Nov. 10, 12 – 1:30pm (academic staff only)
- Nov. 10, 3 – 4:30pm (mixed - open to all)
- Nov. 23, TBD – (Macdonald, academic and administrative/support staff only)
- Nov. 23, TBD – (Macdonald, students and postdocs)
- Dec. 1, 12 – 1:30pm (mixed - open to all)
- Dec. 2, 12 – 1:30pm (administrative and support staff only)
- Early January (TBD)
Composition and details
We invite all members of the McGill community to participate, though we may not be able to accommodate all interest. Each session is limited to 10-15 participants to support meaningful discussion. Discussions will be facilitated in person, and both English and French participation is welcome. The sessions will not be recorded, but general notes will be taken to capture themes and ideas, with no subsequent attribution, at any time, to individual participants.
Sessions are moderated by Prof. Nicole Li-Jessen, Academic Lead (Faculty Development and Engagement), and facilitated by Prof. Debra Thompson (Department of Political Science), Alex Liepins (Teaching and Academic Programs), and Helena Silen (Student Life and Learning).