Nipissing University NSO Guide for Muskoka Students 2015-2016

New Student Orientation – Guide to Registration 2015Muskoka

Here’s what previous NSO student participants had to say:

“I feel much more confidant and prepared for school in September!”

“Everything I needed to know I found out in a very interactive way, viewing the school and meeting new people.”

“Awesome experience! NSO was very helpful for making final decisions and made me extremely excited for Frosh Week!”

Here’s what previous NSO supporters had to say:

“As a parent I was grateful for this opportunity. NSO helped us very much. Nipissing is such a warm and caring place.”

“NSO was worthwhile. It was very informative in all areas. Thank you very much, the day was wonderful.”

“Very well done! We left with the feeling that our child was in very good hands.”

Office of Student Development and Services

100 College Drive, North Bay, ON P1B 8L7

tel: (705) 474-3450 x. 4099 • fax: (705) 495-2850 • tty: (877) 688-5507

email: [email protected] • www.nipissingu.ca

I f you require this publication in another format please contact the

Student Recruitment Office at (705) 474-3450 ext. 4517.

REGISTER NOW FOR NSO:

Online: www.nipissingu.ca/nso

Phone: 705.474.3450, ext. 4136

Email: [email protected]

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Spend a night and get a feel for residence life!

Special NSO rate:$39 per person per night or $99 for four-persons per night, including taxes.

Bed and bath linens are provided.

Book your overnight accommodations by calling 705.645.6999 ext. 7292 or submitting an online reservation at nipissingu.ca/stayatnipissingmuskoka

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BRACEBRIDGETravel Times:North Bay – Toronto: 3.5 hoursNorth Bay – Ottawa: 4 hoursBracebridge – Toronto: 2 hours

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CONTENTS

What is NSO? ............................................................................................. 2

Preparing For NSO ..................................................................................... 2

Important Dates at a Glance ....................................................................... 4

Guide To First-Year Courses ........................................................................ 5

How To Find Your Transfer Credits ............................................................. 14

Instructions For Course Registration .......................................................... 14

FAQ – Academic Planning ....................................................................... 15

Transition Planning .................................................................................. 15

September Checklist ................................................................................ 15

University Services .................................................................................. 16

Residence Life ........................................................................................ 18

Off-Campus Living .................................................................................. 18

FAQ – Transition Planning ....................................................................... 19

Important Contacts .................................................................................. 20

Welcome to NSO!

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What is NSO?New Student Orientation (NSO) is a full-day orientation program designed to introduce students and supporters to the academic expectations of Nipissing University, highlight the services and programs available to support student success and integrate students and their supporters into the Laker community.

By participating in NSO you will be able to:

• discuss course selection with an Academic Advisor;

• complete course registration;

• meet program faculty and future classmates;

• explore the campus;

• meet the staff who will be here to support you;

• connect to student life and community living;

• identify ways to ensure academic success; and

• get answers to all questions and concerns.

YOUR NSO DAY

Monday, July 20, 2015A day designed for all newly admitted students to the Muskoka Campus.

REGISTER NOW FOR NSO:

Online: www.nipissingu.ca/nso Phone: 705.474.3450, ext. 4136Email: [email protected]

Pr epar ing For NSOBEFORE YOU ATTEND NSO DAY

Please complete the following:

1. Ensure you have submitted payment for course registration deposit

2. Register for your NSO Day

3. Review the ‘Guide to First-Year Courses’ section of this workbook

4. Log into WebAdvisor to review course offerings and scheduling information

5. Build a tentative timetable using the timetable planner provided in this workbook

Academic Advisors will be available at NSO to assist students in finalizing their first-year timetables. Bringing a completed or partially completed timetable to NSO will ensure that your day runs more smoothly.

6. Open your Nipissing University email account

7. Plan accommodations for your stay in Muskoka before and/or after NSO. The day runs from approximately 9:00am to 4:00pm.

ON YOUR NSO DAY

Please complete the following:

• Bring your Offer of Admission and this NSO workbook with completed timetable planner to your NSO day

• Get your student ID photo taken

• Purchase your Frosh Kit

Please note that the NSO registration deadline is Monday, June 29, 2015.

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Important Dates at a G lanceThis information pertains to full-time, first-year students. Not all activities are applicable to students with other registration plans. For a complete list of academic dates for the upcoming academic year, please refer to: www.nipissingu.ca/admissions.

SUMMER 2015 June 1 Residence application and deposit due

June 9 Course registration opens at 9:00am for students with transfer credit or advanced standing

June 16 Course registration opens at 9:00am for all other newly admitted students

July 31 Students considering OSAP should apply no later in order to receive assessment information prior to tuition deadlines

FALL TERM 2015 Sept. 5 Move into residence

September Fall term fees are due. Refer to the Financial Services website for specific date for your program

Sept. 7 – 14 Muskoka Frosh Week

Sept. 8 Classes Begin

Sept. 21 Last day to register for FA or FW courses. Students withdrawing from FA or FW course after this date but before the respective withdrawal dates will receive a WDR on their academic record

Oct. 12 – 16 Fall Study Week (no classes)

Nov. 6 Last day to withdraw from a FA course

Dec. 7 Classes end

Dec. 8 – 20 Exam period

WINTER TERM 2016 Jan. 11 Classes begin

January Winter term fees are due. Refer to Financial Services website for specific date for your program

Jan. 24 Last day to register for WI courses. Students withdrawing from WI courses after this date but before the respective withdrawal date will receive a WDR on their academic record

Feb. 11 Last day to withdraw from a FW course

Feb. 15 – 19 Winter Study Week (no classes)

Mar. 10 Last day to withdraw from a WI course

Apr. 12 Classes end

Apr. 13 – 29 Exam period

FW = Fall-Winter FA = Fall WI = Winter

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BREADTH REQUIREMENTS

Many degree programs make reference to Humanities, Social Sciences, Professional Studies, and Science requirements (also known as breadth requirements). The following is a listing of the course subject areas that fall under each group: HumanitiesClassical Studies, English Studies, Film, Fine Arts, French, Philosophy, Religions and Cultures, Russian, Spanish Social SciencesAnthropology, Child and Family Studies, Criminal Justice, Economics, Gender Equality and Social Justice, Geography, History, Native Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Social Welfare and Social Development, Sociology SciencesAstronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, General Science, Physical/Technique Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics Professional StudiesAccounting, Administrative Studies, Marketing, Nursing, Organizational Studies, Technology Management OtherAboriginal Leadership, Academic Writing, Digital Humanities, Interdisciplinary Studies, University Success

COURSES

The Muskoka Campus offers students two degree options:

Child and Family Studies CHFS 1006PSYC 1106PSYC 1107SOCI 1016SWLF 1006ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Science (6 credits)**Electives (3 credits)

*Students in Concurrent Education are required to take MATH 1070. It is strongly recommended that students attempt this in their first year.

** Students admitted to this program with advance standing from a related college diploma program, such as Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Worker or Social Services Worker will be required to take 9 credits of: PSYC 1106 / PSYC 1107, SOCI 1016, and SWLF 1006. In this case, students may add 3 credits of electives to their course selection.

Liberal ArtsMinor 1 (6 credits)*Minor 2 (6 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)**

*One discipline for the minors must be in the Humanities or Social Science.

**These electives must be in the Humanities or Social Sciences if not taken above.

Students also have the opportunity of beginning the following programs at the Muskoka Campus and eventually transferring to the main campus in North Bay:

English StudiesENGL 1006ACAD 1601Science (6 credits)Social Science and/or Professional Studies (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)

Gender Equality and Social JusticeGEND 1007ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)Science (6 credits)Electives (15 credits)

Psychology (Arts)PSYC 1106PSYC 1107ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)Science (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)

Social Welfare and Social Development SWLF 1006SOCI 1016ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)Science (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)

SociologySOCI 1016ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)Science (6 credits)Electives (15 credits)

G uide To First-Year Courses

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TIMETABLE PLANNER

Academic Advisors will be available during your NSO Day to assist you in finalizing your first-year timetable. Bringing a completed or partially-completed timetable to your NSO Day will ensure your day runs more smoothly.

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How To Find Your Tr ansfer Cr editsIf you have taken courses at another university, or if you have graduated from a college program, you may be eligible for advanced standing or transfer credits. To view these credits, please follow these steps:

1. Go to Nipissing University’s Website.

2. Visit the My Nipissing Portal at http://my.nipissingu.ca

a. In the Sign-In section, enter your WebAdvisor username (first letter of your surname in lower case, followed by your student ID number).

b. If you have already logged into WebAdvisor and created a new password, you will then use your new password.

If you have never logged into WebAdvisor, your password will be your date of birth in the following format: Mmmddyyyy (case sensitive). For example, if your birthday is September 9, 1995 then your password would be Sep091995.

c. Click Sign In.

3. Once in the Portal, select the “WebAdvisor” tab, and then click on the “Launch WebAdvisor” link.

4. If you have never logged into WebAdvisor, you will then be prompted to change your password from your birthday to a personal password.

5. Select Students and Select Summary of Grades under Academic Profile

Instr uctions For Course R eg istr ation1. Go to Nipissing University’s Website: www.nipissingu.ca and then click the

‘My Nipissing’ link.

2. Enter your user name (first letter of your surname followed by your student ID number) and enter your password in the following format: Mmmddyyyy. (For example, if your birthday is September 9, 1992 then your password would be Sep091992. Please note that the month is three letters starting with a capital letter). Click submit.

3. Once in the Portal, select the “WebAdvisor” tab, and then click on the “Launch WebAdvisor” link.

You will then be prompted to change your password from your birthday to a

personal password. After changing your password, you will then need to log back into the portal using the updated password.

4. Click on Students.

5. Click on Search and Register for Classes.

6 Select the term 15FW – UG 2015/16FA/WI from the dropdown menu.

7. Select a subject (e.g., Biology) from the dropdown menu and hit ‘Submit’. You may also choose to filter your search by inputting the course number and/or location. The following screen will display the results of your search. Click the box on the left to choose the courses in which you wish to register. Click Submit.

8. On the following screen (Preferred Sections), select an Action for each course you have selected. In the Action box, you have three options: ‘Register’, ‘Remove from list’, or ‘Waitlist’.

If the course is open, select ‘Register’ to enrol in the course.

If the course is full and you wish to go on a waiting list, select ‘Waitlist’ to be added to the waiting list.

If you neither want to register nor want to go on the waiting list, you can choose ‘Remove from List’ to remove that course selection from your Preferred Sections.

Once you choose what you want to do, click ‘Submit’. Please note that the system will only allow you to register for courses you are eligible to take.

9. On the following screen, you will receive a message indicating your status in the chosen course(s). Your status should appear as ‘Registered for this section’ to indicate that you have registered successfully in the course.

10. Return to the menu, click on ‘Search and Register for Classes’ and repeat the steps to register in courses of a different discipline.

11. To drop courses on WebAdvisor, click on ‘Register/Drop Classes’. The screen will list both your Preferred Sections and Current Registrations. Under Current Registrations, select the course you wish to drop and click submit. You will receive a message indicating your status in the chosen course(s). Your status should appear as ‘Dropped for this section’ to indicate that you have successfully dropped the course.

12. To get a listing of your courses, click on ‘View My Class Selections’ or ‘View My Timetable’. It is a good idea to double-check your registration through these screens after making any changes to ensure everything is as you expect.

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FAQ – Academic Planning When can I register for courses?Registration for students with transfer credits or advanced standing will open on June 10th. Registration for all other newly-admitted students will open on June 17th.

What is the registration deposit? Before registering, you must pay a $200 non-refundable registration deposit. The registration deposit is required for all students including those with bursaries, OSAP, scholarships, or alternative funding. This deposit cannot be deferred.

What is the difference between the course codes FA, WI and FW?The codes FA, WI and FW indicate the term in which a course is offered.

FA = fall (September to December) and courses are typically worth 3 credits.

WI = winter (January to April) and courses are typically worth 3 credits.

FW = fall and winter (September to April) and courses are typically worth 6 credits.

How many courses should I be registered in for each semester?Students taking a 30-credit load should register in no more than five courses in the fall term and five courses in the winter term.

Students in a 24- credit load may have no more than four courses in both the fall and winter terms.

What is an elective?Electives are courses taken outside of the program requirements, chosen by the student. Students often use elective credits to achieve additional goals such as majors, minors, certificates and/or teaching subjects.

I am on a waiting list. What do I do?All courses allow you to place yourself on a waiting list if they are full. If you are on a waiting list and an opening becomes available, an email will be sent to your Nipissing student email address notifying you that a space is available. You will then have 72 hours to register for the course on WebAdvisor. If you do not register within the time allowed, you will be removed from the waiting list, so be sure to check your student email daily.

When will my transfer credit assessment be completed? Upon receipt of your final transcript from either your college or previous university, it may take 2 to 4 weeks to assess your transfer credits as each student is assessed independently and in their own circumstances (i.e. Previous grades, intended major, etc.). Please ensure that the Office of the Registrar has the proper final transcript and all other relevant information.

Tr ansition PlanningTRANSITION PLANNING

The transition from high school learning to a university learning environment represents a major shift in both teaching style and student responsibility. It is important for you to be aware of new expectation and some of the following differences:

• University students are considered adults, and are responsible for making independent decisions and managing their time.

• Although fewer hours of in-class time, students should expect an increase in the required number of homework hours and independent study per course. Most learning occurs in independent study outside the classroom.

• If a student is absent from class or falling behind on course work, the family is not notified. Students are expected to be proactive in seeking support when required.

• Tests and assignments may cover much larger amounts of material and account for a large portion of the course grade.

• Students are expected to be aware of curriculum requirements for their discipline and to register in the appropriate courses.

• Nipissing is dedicated to creating a diverse learning environment that is equally accessible for all students regardless of ability, age, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, or religion.

SEPTEMBER CHECKLIST

The following items should be completed over the course of your summer in preparation for September. Please refer to the ‘Important Dates’ section of this workbook for related dates and deadlines.

• Submit residence application and $400 deposit or find off-campus housing arrangements

• Enrol for courses • Open student email • Attend your NSO day! • Have your student ID photo taken during NSO and pick up your student card

from the main office in September • Purchase your Frosh kit • Buy a locker tag from the main office (optional) • Pay first tuition installment • Get booklist from the Campus Store website

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University Services ACADEMIC ADVISING

Academic Advisors are available for all matters related to degree requirements. Offering information and assistance with course selections, degree audits and more, your academic advisor will assist you with reaching your academic goals.

ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES

We feel that all students have a right to accessible, barrier-free learning environments. Students with permanent or temporary disabilities are encouraged to become acquainted with the staff in our Accessibility Services office to discuss programs and support services that will make your academic journey a rewarding experience.

ATHLETIC SERVICES

The Muskoka Campus offers both on site and off site fitness opportunities for students. A combination of cardiovascular and stengthening classes are offered on site to encourage a healthy lifestyle. Opportunities to join a local gym facility is included in your full-time student fees.

CAMPUS SHOP

Located on-campus on the main floor, visit the Campus shop for all your textbooks, school supplies, and Nipissing merchandise. All campus shop items are available to order through the Muskoka Campus main office. Selected textbooks are available at the beginning of each semester.

COUNSELLING SERVICES

Personal Counselling Supports are available for all Nipissing University students. Our counsellors are qualified professionals who are familiar with a broad range of personal wellness issues that affect academic success and personal growth. All services are free and confidential. To schedule an appointment, contact the Office of Student Development and Services.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

You will quickly become familiar with the friendly and efficient people in this department who handle all matters regarding tuition, incidental, and miscellaneous fees. They are also experts where government assistance (OSAP, etc.), scholarships, bursaries and awards are concerned.

HARRIS LEARNING LIBRARY

Muskoka students can borrow resources of all kinds (books, ebooks, magazines, newspapers and journals, DVDs, government documents, maps, kits, puppets) from the Harris Learning Library by contacting the Distance Education staff. Students can also access the collection at the Bracebridge Public Library.

HEALTH SERVICES

A student health insurance plan is also available to all students, part-time or full-time, through the Nipissing University Student Union (NUSU). Benefits include:

• Prescription drugs;

• Coverage for health services such as physiotherapy and massage therapy (with physician referral);

• Dental accident expense reimbursement, and

• Benefits for accidental death and dismemberment (plan details may change and will be made available prior to enroling).

Students have the option to add on family and dependents. Student cards act as claim cards at pharmacies in most locations or manual claims can be made by submitting claim forms (available in the NUSU Office).

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES & PROGRAMS

International Student Support Services and Programs provides opportunities for Nipissing University students to internationalize their degree through a variety of intercultural experiences. Offering study exchanges to 20 different countries, language programs, internship/volunteer programs, and on-campus engagement opportunities, there is a program to suit the needs of every NU student.

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NIPISSING UNIVERSITY STUDENT UNION (NUSU)

NUSU represents the Nipissing University student body at both the North Bay and Muskoka campuses, and is part of the Canadian Federation of Students. NUSU’s primary purpose is to democratically represent its students and advocate for positive change on student issues. In general, NUSU’s mandate is academic excellence and social growth for all Nipissing University students. Stop by and meet your NUSU Executives.

OFFICE OF ABORIGINAL INITIATIVES

The Office of Aboriginal Initiatives (OAI) is dedicated to helping you successfully complete your degree by providing academic, personal, and cultural support. The OAI’s programs and services engage with Aboriginal students, families, and communities through a range of experiential opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and other events that enrich the student experience.

REGISTRAR’S OFFICE

The Office of the Registrar provides academic services and systems for prospective and current students. This is where students can get assistance with course registration, order a transcript, and get official proof of enrolment.

STUDENT LEARNING & TRANSITIONS

Student Learning & Transitions offer personalized consultations, workshops, tutorials, and peer education programs to support students’ academic and social integration into the university and preparedness for future careers. Virtual appointments are available to students at the Muskoka campus.

UNIVERSITY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES

University Technology Services (UTS) is dedicated to assisting all members of the Nipissing University community make effective use of a wide range of information technologies. Highly skilled and customer service oriented staff ensure University members are able to optimize their academic and professional endeavors through the use of technology. Students should visit UTS for assistance with MyNipissing, Blackboard, and wireless printing accounts. The Apple Service Centre provides campus support for all Apple computers. Apple Certified Macintosh Technicians are available to service both warranty and non-warranty systems.

#ibelongatnipissingu because the friends I have made here have become my family. The school atmosphere where your profs know you by name makes it so much easier to access help and support when you need it.

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R esidence Life Residence Life at Nipissing University provides a safe, comfortable living and learning environment for students who reside in one of our five complexes on the North Bay or Muskoka campuses. At our Muskoka Campus, students have the opportunity to live in suite style accommodation. The Muskoka Residence Complex offer students the opportunity to live and learn in a small tight-knit community designed for 50 students. Students in each unit share common living room, kitchen and washroom facilities. Laundry facilities and a recreation/common area are located in each of the residence complexes.

Each residence complex has a full-time Residence Life Supervisor who works closely with a dedicated team of senior students known as Residents’ Council, Residence Dons, Academic Dons, and Community Advisors. Team members are trained to assist students with any problems that may arise. They offer support to residents and are on-site to lend a hand with anything from roommate issues to emergencies. The team also plans educational, social, cultural and athletic events throughout the year with the interests of the residents in mind.

During New Student Orientation (NSO), one of our staff members would be more than happy to assist you in applying for residence if you have not already done so. We encourage you to take a tour during NSO and see all that residence at Nipissing University has to offer you.

For more information please contact Residence Life at (705) 474-3450 ext. 4855 or visit www.nipissingu.ca/residence.

Off-Campus Living Where you live can impact your sense of well-being, which can also influence your studies and university life in general. Make housing a priority and choose accommodation that best suits your needs and lifestyle.

When you are ready to look for accommodations, the best place to start is with our Off Campus Living program. Off Campus Living is a program designed to assist students with sourcing housing off campus.

We are a point of contact for students who are in need of resources related to living off campus such as:

• Landlord and Tenant Board• The Residential Tenancies Act• Community Legal Education Ontario (CLEO)• Ontario Energy Board

Our website provides students with access to listings for a variety of housing options available in North Bay, Muskoka and Parry Sound, as well as search tips, safety tips, links to resources and maps of the city. Students are encouraged to visit our office to gain valuable information to help make their off campus living stay while attending university an excellent one.

For more information please contact Off Campus Living at [email protected] or visit ocl.nipissingu.ca

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FAQ – Tr ansition Planning What is my student email?Your Nipissing University student email is the only email account the university can use to communicate with you. Your student email can be accessed through the My Nipissing Portal at www.nipissingu.ca. You can begin accessing your email account as of June 17th.

Where can I get my booklist?Booklists are available online through the Campus Store website.

How do I get my Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) funding?OSAP is issued in two installments of approximately 60% of your total funding being provided in the fall, and 40% in the winter.

Starting late August/early September, the Financial Aid Office will send an electronic confirmation of your course registration, which will allow the OSAP funding to be direct-deposited to your bank account (as long as your OSAP file is complete). Tuition and/or residence installments will be paid automatically from your OSAP (as long as you agreed to this process on the application form, and as long as there is sufficient OSAP funding to cover it). On www.osap.gov.on.ca click on ‘check status >>funding summary’ to confirm your OSAP amounts. Also check the Finance website for information on what is due and when.

When do I receive my scholarship money?Scholarships are generally paid out in January and will be applied toward the second installment of fees owing. The remainder of the award, if any, is forwarded by cheque to you, the student. An exception to this is the President’s Scholarship, whereby first-year students have full tuition the full value paid toward fees in September. The Chancellor’s Award and Schulich Scholarships will be paid with two installments in September and January.

I have a disability and/or Individualized Education Plan. Who do I contact to arrange or continue my academic support?If you have a disability, you are encouraged to visit Student Accessibility Services during NSO or contact them as soon as possible to start planning for your academic accommodations and success. You can begin now by gathering copies of your special education or medical documentation and contact Student Accessibility Services to book an appointment.

#ibelongatnipissingu because students are given the chance to work with incredible professors that push you to think outside of the box. I’ve learned so much over the last 4 years and I’m so happy that I chose NipissingU.

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Important ContactsFollowing is list of many of the resources and services at the University that are frequently contacted with inquiries related to a student’s first year. By being familiar with them, you will be able to encourage your student to connect with the appropriate support for whatever the need may be.

Nipissing University Main Phone Number: 705-474-3450

Questions about: Phone/Extension Email

Accessibility Accommodations 4362 [email protected]

Admissions 4761 [email protected]

Blackboard Assistance 4342 [email protected]

Changing Courses or Program 4358 [email protected]

Course Registration Problems 4521 [email protected]

Course Selection Assistance 4358 [email protected]

Frosh Week – Muskoka 705-645-2921 ext. 7281 [email protected]

Graduation Requirements 4358 [email protected]

International Opportunities 4321 [email protected]

Math Support 4459 [email protected]

OSAP Inquiries 4311 [email protected]

Peer Tutoring 4459 [email protected]

Personal Counselling 4362 [email protected]

Research Help 4221 [email protected]

Residence 4855 [email protected]

Scholarship & Bursary 4311 [email protected]

Student Card 4342 [email protected]

Student Health Insurance 705-645-2921 ext. 7281 [email protected]

Textbooks & Campus Shop 1-705-474-7600 ext. 5347 [email protected]

Tuition/Student Fees 4419 [email protected]

WebAdvisor Assistance/Lost Passwords 4342 [email protected]

Writing Support and Academic Skills 4459 [email protected]