IPN Student Feedback Form
The IPN student is live as of Fall 2023. Any IPN student who would like to provide feedback or make an anonymous complaint for IPN may use this Student Feedback Form. Your feedback will be viewed by a member of the IPN team and only shared with your permission.
Academic Support
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Offers guidance to supervisors, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows Ìý |
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Offers vast collections and resources to help students conduct proper background search and literature review for their graduate projects. The library at the Montreal Neurological Institute (located on the 2nd floor) conductsÌý on how to use PubMed and EndNote.Ìý Ìý |
Professional Development
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Offers professional development opportunities to complement your academic and research experience Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýÌý |
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Aids with academic writing and communication skills Ìý |
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Assists students in their career development and search for jobs and internships Ìý |
Mental Health and Well-Being
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Promotes student well-being and success Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý ÌýÌý |
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Offers a wide variety of support resources for students, including graduate students, to improve their physical and mental well-being. One of the resources includes access to Local Wellness Advisors (LWAs) - mental health professionals promoting awareness, prevention and early intervention in faculties across McGill. Ìý |
GSAN Peer Support Network |
The Peer Support Network is a confidential one-on-one service open to all graduate students in the IPN, regardless of your stage of training. Our team is composed of fellow IPN graduate students who are trained in active listening, support skills, and general psychological wellbeing. The benefit of a peer based program is that our supporters share common experiences with those they support. If you’d like to connect with an empathetic, understanding, and non-judgemental listener, the Peer Support Network is there for you. Please use the following google form connect you to one of our supporters. If you prefer contacting us through e-mail you can do so at Ipn.pst [at] gmail.com. Keep well!
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Launched by PGSS, the Graduate Student Peer Support Initiative aims to improve the well-being of graduate students and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.Ìý Ìý |
keep.meSAFE |
Is a mental health counselling service that specializes in student mental health support and provides access to counseling services within Montreal, immediate access to counselors via phone and mobile chat, etc.
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Equity at McGill |
Resources for disability access, anti-racism, LGBTQ2S+ students, dealing with harassment/violence Ìý |
Black Student Affairs Liaison |
Meet your Black Student Affairs Liaison, Antoine-Samuel Mauffette Alavo!ÌýAntoine-Samuel will be responsible for connecting with and supporting Black graduate students across McGill to ensure that their needs and interests are communicated effectively to the University and addressed in a timely and effective manner.ÌýAs part of his role, Antoine-Samuel can refer individuals to resources aimed at supporting Black students and ensuring their success and wellness. Graduate students can book one-on-one appointments with him via e-mailÌý(antoine-samuel.mauffettealavo [at] mcgill.ca).
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Avoiding Scams |
Types of ScamsPhone ScamsIRCC, Service Canada, and other government organizations will never call and ask you to transfer money to an individual, provide payment over the phone or online, or pay a fee. Phishing ScamsYou may receive an official-looking email that asks you to provide personal information such as bank account information and passwords. These types of emails may look like they are from a McGill accountÌýand will try to trick you into clicking on an unreliable link or opening an attachment with a virus. Always check the URL when you open a link from your email. Employment ScamsStudents have received emails regarding employment opportunities that literally sound too good to be true. They offer job opportunities with flexible hours, great wages and say they got your contact information from an administrator at McGill. It is illegal for McGill employees to share confidential information with external organizations without your permission.Ìý |