Wolfie's Weekly Adventures: Issue 6

We are getting SO close, Thunderwolves! You’ve registered, right?

Attention mature and transfer students!

Are you a mature student (you have been out of school for 2+ years) or a transfer student from another post-secondary school? If so, then you are invited to our extra special events hosted specifically for YOU! This is an event exclusively for mature and transfer students to mix, mingle, enjoy some delicious food, and learn about supports that are in place to help with the unique requirements of many mature and transfer students. 

Thunder Bay: Thursday August 29th at 11:00am in the Faculty Lounge

Orillia: Thursday August 29th at 4:00pm or Friday August 30th at 11:00am in Simcoe Hall

Registration is limited for this event. You must register for this event in advance on the Orientation website. We encourage you to attend as many Fall Orientation Events as you can! If you are only able to attend the Mature and Transfer Student Dinner Party, please choose “no” for the rest of the events on the Fall Orientation Registration form.

If you have any questions about this or any other Fall Orientation event, please contact us below:

Thunder Bay - ssc@lakeheadu.ca or (807) 343-8018

Orillia - orillia.ssc@lakeheadu.ca or (705) 330-4008 Ext. 2118

New students often find it challenging taking clear, detailed, and organized notes before and during class. Taking effective notes will help you improve your marks and become a more engaged learner in the classroom. Here are tips you can use when your classes begin in September:

1. Do your assigned readings before every class
- Readings provide a foundation of knowledge before the lecture. When you complete a reading before class, you are better able to focus, understand, and contribute during the lecture. 

2. Before you begin your readings, survey the chapter
- Pay attention to any charts, bold texts, and headings in the chapter.
- Read the summary questions at the end of the chapter, to help you focus on the key areas in the chapter when you read.

3. Use active, not passive reading
- Take notes in your own words, instead of just highlighting what you read.
- Write down questions that you have as you read. This helps you stay engaged and think critically about the material. It also helps you identify any gaps in your understanding.

4. Come prepared to class with all materials
- Bring a pen, notebook/laptop, notes from your readings, printed slides (if provided by the professor), water, and snacks (if allowed by the professor).  

5. Eliminate distractions
- Choose a seat close to the front and in the centre of the room.
- Put your cell phone on silent and stow it in your backpack. 
- Close any unrelated programs and tabs on your laptop, and sit up straight..

6. Use critical thinking as you take notes
- Most students will try to write down everything that the professor says. This is often not effective and can be very challenging. Instead, try to summarize the key points from the lecture and write down questions that relate the material to other concepts and ideas from the class.
- An excellent note taking technique is called Cornell Notes. Visit the Student Success Centre for more information on how to take Cornell Notes.

7. After class, review and rewrite your notes
- This is an excellent way to strengthen your understanding of the material and ensure you are not missing any key information from the lecture. It will also help you remember what you’ve learned, which means you won’t have to learn it again during your exam review.

Following these steps will help you stay on track with your course material throughout the semester. They are simple habits to adopt, which will lower your stress, help you enjoy your classes, and boost your grades.

Aboriginal Cultural & Support Services (ACSS) offers a culturally supportive environment to all Aboriginal students including Status, Non-Status, Inuit, and Métis. Aboriginal students are supported through a variety of academic service. Additionally, the ACSS offers programming to the broader university community on Aboriginal culture, traditions, and teachings. 

Athletics is the home of the Thunderwolves, Lakehead’s eight varsity sport teams who compete across Ontario and Canada. Whether or not you’re in Thunder Bay or Orillia, Lakehead’s athletic facilities provide students with the opportunity to join club teams, campus recreational teams, and participate in physical activity activities such as fitness classes, weight training and yoga. Visit the Hangar and the CJ Sanders Fieldhouse in Thunder Bay, or the YMCA in Orillia to take advantage!

Pssst.. hey TBay students! Did you know that your U-Pass is included with your student fees and gives you a year-long city bus pass? If you want to grab yours early, be sure to stop by LUSU to pick up your U-Pass on the 29th from 9:30am – 3:00pm or on the 30th from 9:00am – 12:00pm. Following that, your U-Pass is available for pick-up during regular business hours.

Thunder Bay - If you’re a real keener and you’re in Thunder Bay before Welcome Day, boy do we have good news for you. Our Campus and Community Fair is being held from 1:00pm - 2:00pm on August 28th in the Hangar. Connect with student services, local organizations, student clubs and learn more about your new home. If you’re here in the evening, be sure to check out Live on the Waterfront on August 29th at Marina Park. Marina Park is our local mixed-use downtown waterfront park that plays host to a variety of city events throughout the year. This night, in-particular, is the last concert of the Live on the Waterfront series featuring diverse groups of artists. The feature tonight is the highly-popular Choir! Choir! Choir! Check them out on YouTube for a peak into what to expect. We’re very excited.

Orillia - On August 31st, spend the afternoon in downtown Orillia for our annual Toonie Lunch and enjoy a city scavenger hunt. This is an event where everyone mixes and mingles while having a chill and relaxing afternoon. Local businesses offer special menu items to Lakehead students for only $2. After lunch, the Scavenger Hunt begins - with prizes to be won! Follow up with with disc golf, megaball, and ultimate frisbee on Orillia’s gorgeous waterfront. 

Give us a call or send an email if you have any questions, concerns, or comments. We're happy to help!

            Thunder Bay Campus:
            C:  Heather Suslyk, Administrative Assistant
            E:  ssc@lakeheadu.ca
            P:  (807) 343-8018    

            Orillia Campus:
            C:  Sarena Favaro, Student Success Advisor
            E:  orillia.ssc@lakeheadu.ca
            P: (705) 330-4008 x 2118

Now that you’ve registered for classes and have thoroughly read your class descriptions (right?), like our Facebook, Twitter or Instagram and comment on Issue 6’s post with your answer to the following question for your chance to win this issue’s prize pack!: What class are you most looking forward to and why?

*Contest closes at 11:59pm on August 21, 2019. Limited to 1 entry per student*