The Confederation of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology Students (CLAMPS) is the official student committee representing M.Sc. and Ph.D. students in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology (LMP), Faculty of Medicine, at the University of Toronto.

Elected annually, CLAMPS advocates for graduate student needs by facilitating academic engagement, supporting research and professional development, and fostering a strong sense of community within the department. 

Recognizing the diverse research interests and institutional affiliations (Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center, Women’s College Hospital, University Health Network (Ontario Cancer Institute, Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto Rehab, Princess Margaret Hospital), the Hospital for Sick Children, Mount Sinai Hospital, St. Michael’s Hospital, Medical Science Building, Canadian Blood Services building), CLAMPS organizes a variety of academic and social initiatives designed to connect students across programs and locations. These include hallmark events such as the Annual Graduate Student Research Day, departmental seminars, networking opportunities, and a range of social gatherings, from the annual BBQ and game nights to recreational outings and seasonal events.

Our goal is to enrich the graduate student experience through inclusive, accessible, and meaningful programming that promotes collaboration and connection within the LMP community. 

While CLAMPS will remain fiscally responsible each year, it will also try to organize and subsidize as many academic and social events as possible in achieving its goal of increasing student spirit and participation in the department.