New students
From the day you accept your offer to the day you graduate, the Student Life team provides orientation and transition programming to support you on your journey! Check out our Orientation pages — and our Online Orientation site — to get all the important information and events to get you started.
MyGBC Student Portal
The MyGBC Student Portal is your virtual GBC home base. Besides having all of your quick links and tools in one spot, it's also your best source of student news, events and opportunities. Make sure to bookmark it and check it regularly!
MyGBC Podcast
Life as a George Brown College student is full of opportunities for success at school and beyond! In this weekly podcast, George Brown students lead thought-provoking interviews that delve into different services, supports, groups and events affecting students on a daily basis. From highlighting academic and human rights services to providing tips for managing finances and wellness, there’s something here for every student.
Subscribe and listen wherever you listen to podcasts!
Current Episode
In this episode, we dive into essential healthy habits for student life at GBC. Covering key areas like getting sufficient sleep, maintaining a balanced diet, staying hydrated, incorporating physical activity, and prioritizing mental health, we provide actionable tips to help students stay healthy, energized, and focused. Tune in to learn how small changes can lead to big improvements in your overall well-being and academic success.
Previous Episode
In this episode, Khdrea discusses the advantages of being a GBC student, focusing on the various tech tools and online resources available. Key highlights include Apps Anywhere for accessing essential software, the Pulse app for class materials and notifications, and the GBC app for campus events and student services. Khdrea also introduces the new GBC safety app, outlining its features for emergency and personal safety.
Ask George Brown
Ask George Brown is the place to go to find answers — and submit your own — about student life at GBC.
Student services
Many free services are available to you as a GBC student. You can access counselling, tutoring, accessibility services, career advising and more.
Get the most out of your online learning
Taking courses online? We have plenty of tips on how to maximize your virtual education!
In case of emergency
If you are experiencing an emergency or need urgent assistance, there are a range of services available to help.
For on-campus emergencies, please call 416-415-4000 or dial "0" from an internal college Cisco phone.
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