Faculty Members

Supervising Students

Graduate supervision is a collaborative and evolving relationship that plays a critical role in graduate student success. Effective supervision supports not only academic achievement, but also the broader graduate student experience. At the School of Graduate Studies, we encourage a holistic approach to supervision that recognizes graduate students as whole people whose growth occurs across multiple dimensions of their lives, learning, and career development.

The Graduate Student Medicine Wheel provides a framework for understanding this holistic journey. Through supervision, faculty contribute to students' development in the:

  • Physical (Knowledge) domain by supporting research, scholarship, academic progress, and disciplinary expertise.

  • Mind (Wisdom) domain by fostering professional development, career exploration, and skill development.

  • Emotional (Awareness) domain by creating supportive, respectful, and inclusive learning environments that promote student well-being.

  • Spirit (Understanding) domain by encouraging mentorship, belonging, meaningful relationships, and connection to scholarly and professional communities.

The School of Graduate Studies provides policies, resources, and guidance to support supervisors throughout the graduate student journey, from recruitment and admissions to degree completion. Whether you are new to graduate supervision or have many years of experience, these resources are designed to support effective supervisory relationships and enhance graduate student success.