Nipissing University NSO Guide for North Bay Students 2015-2016

New Student Orientation – Guide to Registration 2015

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]

North Bay - Direct from High School

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.

Linens and towels are provided.

Book your overnight accommodations at 705.474.3450 ext. 4244 or by submitting an online reservation at nipissingu.ca/stayatnipissingnorthbay

Need NSO Accommodations?

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BRACEBRIDGETravel Times:North Bay – Toronto: 3 hoursNorth Bay – Ottawa: 4 hoursBracebridge – Toronto: 2 hours

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CONTENTS

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

Choose Your NSO Day ............................................................................... 2

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

On your NSO day: ..................................................................................... 2

Academic Planning..................................................................................... 3

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

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

Instructions For Course Registration .......................................................... 12

FAQ – Academic Planning ....................................................................... 13

Transition Planning .................................................................................. 14

Summer Checklist ................................................................................... 15

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

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

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

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

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

Maps ....................................................................................................... 21

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 people who are 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.

CHOOSE YOUR NSO DAY

Your first step as a Nipissing University student is to participate in the NSO day that is intended for you and other students in the same program. Each day is organized by the following areas of interest:

Monday, July 6, 2015Nursing, Business Administration*

Tuesday, July 7, 2015Biology*, Computer Science*, Environmental Biology & Technology*, Mathematics*, Science & Technology*, Environment & Physical Geography*, Environmental Geography*, Geography*

Wednesday, July 8, 2015Anthropology, Criminal Justice*, Social Welfare & Social Development*, Sociology*, Psychology*, Social Work

Thursday, July 9, 2015Physical Health & Education*, English Studies*

Friday, July 10, 2015Economics, Fine Arts*, Gender Equality & Social Justice*, Native Studies, Philosophy*, Political Science*, Religions & Cultures*, Classical Studies*, History*

*Includes Concurrent Education

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:

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 smoothly.

6. Open your Nipissing University email account

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

8. The night before your NSO day, you can complete the French Placement Assessment at 5pm if required.

ON YOUR NSO DAY:

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

• Get your student ID photo taken

• Visit the Student Union to purchase your Frosh Kit

• Order your Parking Pass (optional)

If you are unable to attend the NSO day designed for the program you are interested in, you are welcome to attend an alternative NSO day. Although the group advising session will not be geared toward your program, you will still receive assistance from an Academic Advisor with your schedule and will be able to participate in all other transition activities.

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

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Academic Planning

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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 16 Course registration opens for all students at 9:00 am

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

FALL TERM 2015 Aug. 30 Move into residence

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

Sept. 1 – 7 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 (offered at the North Bay Campus for 2015) that fall under each group: HumanitiesClassical Studies, English Studies, Film, Fine Arts, French, Philosophy, Religions and Cultures, Spanish Social SciencesAnthropology, 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, Physical/Technique Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics Professional StudiesAccounting, Administrative Studies, Marketing, Nursing, Organizational Studies, Technology Management, Social Work OtherAboriginal Leadership, Academic Writing, University Success

COURSES

Additional Considerations for Concurrent Education StudentsThe following course listings apply to students who are in Concurrent Education, as well as those who are not. All students in Concurrent Education are required to complete ACAD 1601, as well as MATH 1070 or 6 credits of Mathematics with a 4U prerequisite. In some programs, these credits are required for students regardless of if they are in Concurrent Education or not. In other programs, these credits will count as students’ Science credits or as electives. To see where these credits fit into your program, please review the information below. Additional information regarding upper year requirements for Concurrent Education, teaching subject requirements and divisions can be found in the Academic Calendar and will be discussed at New Student Orientation.

AnthropologyANTR 1006SOCI 1016ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)

* Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070

Biology BIOL 1006 & BIOL 1007CHEM 1006 & CHEM 1007*3 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1257ACAD 1601*Electives (12 credits)

*Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070. Please note, MATH 1257 is not part of this list. Students can still select MATH 1257, however this would mean a total of 9 credits of MATH would be required to satisfy both the requirements for Concurrent Education and Biology.

Students are required to complete an additional 6 credits of Science within their degree, as well as 3 credits of Humanities and 6 credits of Social Science and/or Professional Studies.

Business Administration*ACCT 1107ADMN 1607ECON 1006 & ECON 1007MKTG 1126ORGS 1136 & ORGS 1137TMGT 1107

**Humanities or Science (6 credits)

*Students without any prior background in Accounting will be required to take ACCT 1106 in preparation for ACCT 1107.

**Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036,

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MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070.

Students interested in the Technology Management Stream are recommended to include COSC 1557 in their course selection.

Classical Studies CLAS 1006 & CLAS 1007ACAD 1601Social Science and/or Professional Studies (6 credits)**Science (6 credits)*Electives (9 credits)

**Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070

*Students planning for the Honours Specialization should also include CLAS 1106 and CLAS 1107.

Commerce*ACCT 1107 ADMN 1607 ECON 1006 & ECON 1007 MKTG 1126 ORGS 1136 & ORGS 1137 Electives (9 credits)

*Students without any prior background in Accounting will be required to take ACCT 1106 in preparation for ACCT 1107.

Computer Science (Science)COSC 1557COSC 1567COSC 1757MATH 1036MATH 1037MATH 1046MATH 1056*6 credits of: BIOL 1006, BIOL 1007, CHEM 1006,

CHEM 1007, PHYS 1006, PHYS 1007ACAD 1601

*Students will be required to complete an additional 6 credits from this group of courses within their degree.

Students are required to complete 3 credits of Humanities, as well as 6 credits of Social Science and/or Professional Studies within their degree.

Please note, students in Concurrent Education will satisfy their Mathematics requirement with the courses listed above.

Computer Science (Arts)COSC 1557COSC 1567COSC 1757MATH 1036MATH 1037MATH 1046MATH 1056

ACAD 1601*Electives (6 credits)

* Students are required to complete 3 credits of Humanities, as well as 6 credits of Social Science and/or Professional Studies within their degree.


Criminal JusticeCRJS 1087CRJS 1206SOCI 1016PSYC 1106 & PSYC 1107*Humanities (6 credits)**Science (6 Credits)Electives (3 Credits)

*Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete ACAD 1601 (3 credits)


EconomicsECON 1006ECON 1007ECON 1127ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (9 credits)

*Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070

English Studies

*3 credits of 1000 level ENGLACAD 1601**Science (6 credits)Social Science and/or Professional Studies (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)

*Excluding ENGL 1551 and ENGL 1552


Environmental Biology and TechnologyBIOL 1006 & BIOL 1007CHEM 1006 & CHEM 1007ENSC 1005GEOG 10173 credits of: MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056, MATH 1257ACAD 1601*Electives (3 credits)

*Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070. Please note, MATH 1257 is not

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part of this list. Students can still select MATH 1257, however this would mean a total of 9 credits of MATH would be required to satisfy both the requirements for Concurrent Education and Environmental Biology and Technology.

Students are required to complete 6 credits of Humanities, Social Science and/or Professional Studies within their degree.

Environment and Physical Geography (Science)GEOG 1016 GEOG 1017GEOL 1006 or GEOL 1007ACAD 1601*3 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1046, or MATH 1056*12 credits of: BIOL 1007, CHEM 1006, CHEM 1007, COSC 1557, COSC 1567,

COSC 1666, COSC 1757, GEOL 1006, GEOL 1007, MATH 1036, MATH 1046, MATH 1056, PHYS 1006 or PHYS 1007

*Electives (3 credits)

*Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070.

Students are required to complete 3 additional credits of Humanities within their degree.

Environmental Geography (Arts)ENSC 1005GEOG 1016 & GEOG 1017ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Electives (12 credits)

* Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070

Students are strongly recommended to include BIOL 1007 in their course selection.

Fine ArtsFAVA 1026 & FAVA 1027FAVA 1206 & FAVA 1207ACAD 1601Social Science and/or Professional Studies (6 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (3 credits)


In addition to the introductory 1000 level FAVA courses, students are encouraged to take a maximum of 6 credits of 2000 level studio during their first year of study. In order to make room for this, students will need to leave some of their other listed requirements for later years.

Gender Equality and Social Justice6 credits of 100 level GENDACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)


Geography GEOG 1016 & GEOG 1017ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Electives (18 credits)


History6 credits of 1000 level HIST ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (12 credits)

Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070

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Liberal Arts*Minor 1 (6 credits)*Minor 2 (6 credits)ACAD 1601Science (6 credits)**Electives (9 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.

Liberal Science *Minor 1 (6 credits)*Minor 2 (6 credits)ACAD 1601Humanities or Social Science or Professional Studies (6 credits)**Electives (9 credits)

*These must be chosen from: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics.

**Within the program students must include a minimum of 12 credits in a Science discipline in an area other than their areas of study. Students are required to complete 3 additional credits of Humanities within their degree.

Mathematics (Arts)MATH 1036MATH 1037MATH 1046MATH 1056COSC 1557ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)Social Science and/or Professional Studies (6 credits)Electives (3 credits)


Mathematics (Science)MATH 1036 & MATH 1037MATH 1046 & MATH 1056COSC 15576 credits of: BIOL 1006, BIOL 1007, CHEM 1006,

CHEM 1007, PHYS 1006 or PHYS 1007ACAD 1601*Electives (6 credits)

* Students in Mathematics Programs will be required to select a stream. Students interested in the Applied Mathematics Steam or the General Stream will be required to complete COSC 1567. Students completing the Pure Mathematics Stream will not.

Students will also be required to complete 3 credits of Humanities and 6 credits of Social Science and/or Professional Studies within their degree.


Native StudiesNATI 1005ACAD 1601Science (6 credits)Electives (15 credits)

NursingNURS 1006NURS 1016 & NURS 1017NURS 1026 & NURS 1027NURS 1037BIOL 1011BIOL 2706 & BIOL 2707SOCI 1016

When registering for year one courses on WebAdvisor, please select one of the “All Req’d 1st-YR BScN FA Courses” block, as well as one “All Req’d 1st-YR BScN WI Courses” block. Selecting these two blocks will register you for all of the above classes.

PhilosophyPHIL 1115ACAD 1601Social Sciences and/or Professional Studies (6 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (9 credits)


Physical and Health Education

PHED 1007PHED 1016PHED 1017PHED 1203PHED 1204PHED 1206PHED 1207PHED 1213PHED 1223PHED 1224PHED 1233ACAD 1601*Electives (6 credits)

When registering for year one courses on WebAdvisor, please select one of the “All Req’d 1st-YR BPHE FA Courses” block, as well as one “All Req’d 1st-YR BPHE WI Courses” block. This will register you for all of your year one courses except for your 6 credits of electives. Students will need to register for elective credits separately from these blocks.

*Students in Concurrent Education will be required to complete 6 credits of: MATH 1036, MATH 1037, MATH 1046, MATH 1056 or MATH 1070.

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Political Science

POLI 1006ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (15 credits)


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


Psychology (Science)PSYC 1106 & PSYC 1107**12 credits of: BIOL 1006, BIOL 1007, CHEM 1006, CHEM 1007, MATH 1036, MATH 1037, PHYS 1006 or PHYS 1007ACAD 1601Humanities (3 credits)*Electives (6 credits)

*Students are required to complete an additional 6 credits of Science within their degree.


Religions and CulturesRLCT 1025ACAD 1601Social Sciences and/or Professional Studies (6 credits)*Science (6 credits)Electives (9 credits)


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


Social WorkNipissing University’s Bachelor of Social Work will be available beginning September 2015. Information regarding first-year course requirements will be sent to students via email later this summer.

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


Science and TechnologyCOSC 1557COSC 1567COSC 1666MATH 1036 & MATH 1037MATH 1046MATH 1056ACAD 1601*Electives (6 credits)

*For students considering the Environmental Stream, these three credits should be GEOG 1016 or GEOG 1017. Within the program, students are required to take nine credits of Physics, Chemistry, Physical Geography, and/or Techniques Geography.


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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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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 the 2015-2016 Fall and Winter session will open for newly admitted students on June 16th.

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 University 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.

What is the French Placement Assessment?Prior to enroling in any French course, students are required to write the Nipissing University French placement test. This test will evaluate the language competency of students and enable them to enrol in the appropriate language level.

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Tr ansition Planning

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TRANSITION 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 expectations 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 University 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.

SUMMER 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 your 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. You’ll be able to pick up your

student card from UTS during Frosh Week in September • Purchase your Frosh kit • Get a parking pass (if required) • Get a locker tag from the financial aid office (optional) • Set up a meal plan (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

Go Lakers! Whether you are a fitness fiend, outdoor enthusiast, a varsity or intramural team member, or a number one fan, the Student Athletics Centre has what you need. The facility features 3 gyms, 2 international squash courts, cardio studio, weight room, and fitness classes like spin, Zumba, kickboxing and dance. The cost for the use of these services is included in your student fees. If that’s not enough, there are 20 km of hiking trails and a waterfall right on campus.

CAMPUS SHOP

Located on-campus on the main floor, visit the Campus shop for all your textbooks, school supplies, and Nipissing University merchandise.

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

The library’s large, bright space offers a comfortable space to do research, study or meet up with friends. From September to April, the library is open 7 days a week. You can access:

• Windows and Mac desktop computers; • Wireless access; • Printing, photocopying, and scanning;• Laptop loans (in-library use only); • Bookable group workrooms; • Comfortable lounge, booths and tables; • Silent study rooms; • Resources of all kinds (books, ebooks, magazines, newspapers and journals,

DVDs, government documents, maps; kits, puppets.

HEALTH SERVICES

The Campus Health Centre has a dedicated team of professionals who are ready to help you with the following services:

• Emergency Care (illness, injury and sports injuries);• Annual Health Exams (physicals);• Sexual Healthcare (free condoms, STD testing and pap smears);• Immunization Program (TB testing, Hepatitis immunization and clearance for

your program);• Injections (allergy, Depo Provera, B12);• Annual Influenza Immunization Clinic;• On-site laboratory;• Referrals; and• Counselling.

Located in room C211, the office is open from Monday to Friday. 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).

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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.

MEAL PLANS

While a meal plan is not mandatory, it will certainly add convenience to a busy student life. Let our on campus food service provider take care of food preparation, cooking and cleaning. You merely need to make your choice from a variety of available items including breakfasts, healthy grab and go items, pastas, pizzas, stir-fry and more. Meal plans are also valid at the on campus Tim Horton’s and Subway.

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. Additionally, NUSU provides a range of services from health and dental to the student food bank, and funding clubs to providing job opportunities. NUSU also serves specific student interests through its recognition and/or funding of clubs and societies as well as running awareness campaigns. In general, NUSU’s mandate is academic excellence and social growth for all Nipissing University students. Stop by and meet your NUSU executives. Our door is always open in the Student Centre!

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 swervices engage with Aboriginal students, families, and communities through a range of experiential learning opportunities, volunteer opportunities, and other events that enrich the student experience.

PRINT PLUS

Print Plus, a division of UTS, is a full-service in-house document production centre, serving the entire Nipissing University community. Services include:

• Printing/Copying• Wide Format Printing• Binding• Faxing• Engraving• Scanning• Dye Sublimation• 3D Printing• Lamination

Located in A107, Print Plus is open to help with all your printing needs 8:30-4:30, Monday-Friday. Discover the “Plus”!

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. The Registrar’s Office is also the place to go to officially change majors or enrol in a different program of study.

SECURITY

Visit Campus security in the Main Foyer for parking passes, information on safety measures on-campus, or if you have any concerns related to safety and security at Nipissing University.

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.

UNIVERSITY TECHNOLOGY SERVICES (UTS)

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 to pick up their student cards and for assistance with MyNipissing, Blackboard, and wireless printing accounts. The Apple Service Centre provides onsite support for Apple computers.

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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. Suite and townhouse style of accommodations provide students with opportunities to make friends with suite or house mates, and those in their communities, while having the comfort and privacy of a single room. In all accommodation styles, 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.

On our North Bay campus, Residence Life offers four Living Learning Communities. Living Learning Communities offer students a chance to live with others who are interested in the same theme area, share ideas, and an engage in theme based activities. The four Living Learning Communities are: Balance, LEAD, Mosaic and Connect. For more information regarding the LLCs available in North Bay, please visit the residence website.

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.

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• Nipissing Community Legal Clinic• City of North Bay

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 situated in the Office of Student Development and Services 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 (705) 474-3450 ext.4242, [email protected], or visit ocl.nipissingu.ca

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#ibelongatnipissingu because it’s amazing here. The scenery is amazing and when it’s covered in a fresh blanket of snow it gets even better. There is a definite community atmosphere here and I have a hard time walking around and not spotting someone that I know. Nipissing is a friendly and giving community which fits right in with my personality. So pretty much I love it here and I never want to leave. :)


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. book an appointment.

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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 Office Email

Accessibility Accommodations 4362 B210 [email protected]

Admissions 4761 F209 [email protected]

Blackboard Assistance 4342 A139 [email protected]

Campus Health Centre 5261 C211

Campus Safety Walk 705-494-9192 B203 [email protected]

Changing Courses or Program 4358 A207 [email protected]

Course Registration Problems 4521 F209 [email protected]

Course Selection Assistance 4358 A207 [email protected]

Frosh Week 4303 [email protected]

Graduation Requirements 4358 A207 [email protected]

International Opportunities 4321 B210 [email protected]

Lost Bus Pass Inquiries 4342 A139 [email protected]

Math/Science Help 4459 B210 [email protected]

Off-Campus Housing 4242 [email protected]

OSAP Inquiries 4311 F216 [email protected]

Overnight Accommodations 2601 [email protected]

Parking Inquiries 5505 B203 [email protected]

Peer Tutoring/Group Tutorials 4459 B210 [email protected]

Personal Counselling 4507 B210 [email protected]

Print Plus 4348 A107 [email protected]

Research Help 4221 L102 [email protected]

Residence 4855 [email protected]

Scholarship & Bursary 4311 F216 [email protected]

Security Concerns 5555 B203 [email protected]

Student Card 4342 A139 [email protected]

Student Health Insurance 4409 [email protected]

Textbooks & Campus Shop 5347 B202 [email protected]

Tuition/Student Fees 4419 F216 [email protected]

Webadvisor Assistance/ Lost Passwords 4342 A139 [email protected]

Writing/Academic Skills 4459 B210 [email protected]

Nipissing University NSO Guide for North Bay Students 2015-2016

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