Student Affairs Weekly Update - October 6th, 2017

Make the most of study week

This week's Student Affairs Weekly newsletter is all about making the most of your Fall Study Week.

Top Tips to Make the Most of Fall Study Week

The Fall Study Week is next week and we want to help you make the most of your week away from classes. Whether you’re travelling to return home to see family and friends or staying put, here’s a list of our top recommendations to ensure your return to Lakehead after the break is a good one:

1.   REST. Make sure you take time to relax and rest both your brain and body after the first few weeks of school. Assignments and mid-terms begin to pile up and taking time to be refreshed and rejuvenated is important. 

2.   PRIORITIZE & PLAN. Now that the first weeks have gone by, you’ll need to concentrate on what’s coming up in your courses for the next half of the semester.

  • Plan and chart all your due dates, exams, assignments, and papers so you can visually see deadlines.
  • Prioritize your work so you have plenty of time to complete assignments and study.
  • Get organized. Organize your notes and assignments to make sure all is complete.
  • Make a 5-day study plan. 
3.   CATCH UP. Take the time to catch up on everything. Whether it’s completing an assignment or reviewing your notes, make sure you are up-to-date with your course materials. 
 
4.   CONNECT.  Make time to connect with those that are important in your life. Gather with friends, converse with family and share your university photos. Even connecting with your group members to get a head start on your group projects is beneficial. 
 
5.   ENJOY. Do something fun every day and stay balanced between your academics and personal life. Enjoy the outdoors, cook something new, read for pleasure, or make a new friend - the possibilities are endless. 
 
6.   REFLECT. Take a moment to reflect on your first 5 weeks of this semester and create goals for the second half of the semester that keep you well balanced. 
 
7.   VISIT THE STUDENT SUCCESS TEAM. If you have yet to discover where the Student Success Centre is located or how we can help make the most of your Lakehead adventure, Fall Study Week is the perfect time to get to know us! You’ll find us in the tunnels, SC 0008, down the hallway between LUSU & Campus Tech. Come for a visit!  
 

We Are Open! 
 
Even though classes aren't in session, the University remains open throughout Fall Study Break (except for Thanksgiving Monday). If you are around campus, be sure to stop by the various Student Affairs offices - we are here to help!
 
  • Need to see a doctor or counsellor? Stop by Student Health & Counselling in Prettie Residence or call 343-8361. 
  • Meditation is running on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in Student Health & Counselling too!
  • Looking for extra assistance with your studies? Free tutoring is offered in small group sessions - feel free to drop by the Academic Support Zone in the Library - second floor LI 2004. 
  • Need help with writing your next essay? The Academic Support Zone also provides Writing Centre services. 
  • Looking for ways to fund your education? The application to apply for in-course awards is now open - check out myAwards in myInfo. Stop by Student Central (beside the Agora) to also meet  with a Student Central Professional to discuss budgeting and other ways to fund your education.

Party Without smoke

Student Health & Counselling urges you to take control this weekend and party without the smoke. Visit https://www.leavethepackbehind.org/social-smoking/ for tips, or book a smoking cessation appointment where you can discuss free nicotine replacement therapy options with a medical professional. 
 
Gain Valuable Experience
 
Gain Valuable Work Experience. Apply to Co-op!
 
Have you thought about ways to enhance your learning while gaining hands-on work experience? Through co-op, you can alternate your academic studies with periods of work experience where you will deepen your knowledge of your field while earning additional money and gaining valuable experience. The application for Co-op Summer 2018 is now open. Apply today here -- mysuccess.lakeheadu.ca. You can also stop by the Student Success Centre to talk about how co-op works, past employers, and more. 
 
Lakehead University Health Serivces
We are open over the study break!
Student Health and Counselling is open as usual over the study break.  Call (343-8361) or stop by in the Prettie Residence Building to make an appointment with a Doctor or Counsellor.  
 
Free meditation sessions
 
Meditation is still running study week as well (Tuesday, Thursday and Friday).
 

Student Affairs Weekly Update - September 29th, 2017

 Student AwardsLet us help you fund your Lakehead education! Review the funding opportunities  available to you as current students through our new tool, myAwards. From Scholarships and Awards to Bursaries, we offer many opportunities that recognize academic achievements as well as financial need. The online application for you to begin the application process is now open! Visit myInfo under a new section called "myAwards". If you need help along the way, stop by and visit with us in Student Central.

Career Fair

Are you looking for your future career upon graduating with your Lakehead degree? We can connect you with hiring employers....Join us on Tuesday, October 3 from 10 am - 3 pm in the Agora for our annual Fall Career Fair. 
 
Numerous local, regional and national companies will be on-campus looking for future employees like you!  Sectors attending the fair include: federal and provincial government departments, forestry and the environment, mining, health care, social services, business and financial services, protective services, education, engineering and more.  Enter the grand prize draw, enjoy complimentary coffee/tea and explore career possibilities. Be sure to bring along copies of your resume!
 
 

Week of Fun Activities

Getting involved and meeting other students is an important part of university life. Next week, we have a number of different activities happening for you to check out:

  • Tuesday - Student Sam Chapman is playing his guitar to raise funds for the LUSU foodbank. He'll be outside the Braun Building over the lunch hour.
  • Wednesday - Thanksgiving Turkey Shoot - A great chance to meet the Basketball team, have some fun, win some gift cards and maybe even a thanksgiving turkey!
  • Thursday - Euchre Tournament - Sign up in the Student Success Centre to take part in our first annual euchre tournament. 
  • Friday - Board games and celebration in the Student Success Centre! Join us all day (or just for a bit) to play games, meet people, and celebrate your semester so far!

 

Health Services

The Doctor is in . . .
Did you know we have a full health clinic right here on campus? Student Health & Counselling offers services to all Lakehead students (even if you have opted out of the LUSU Health Plan). The Centre is open Monday to Friday 8:45 am-4:15 pm (closed at 3:30 on Thursdays). You can find the Centre in the Prettie Residence Building. Call us at 343-8361 or stop by to make an appointment with a Doctor or Counsellor. 

Meditation Sessions

Keep Calm and Meditate On . . . Student Health & Counselling offers free, drop-in meditation sessions 4 times/week:

Mondays 12:30-1 @ Bora Laskin Gym
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:45-12:15  @ Student Health and Counselling in the Prettie Residence Building
Fridays 3:45-4:15 @ Student Health and Counselling in the Prettie Residence Building

Meditation can improve focus and concentration, increase feelings of well-being, improve sleep and increase quality of life. Join us!

Important Dates

Mark your calendars to keep track of the upcoming important academic dates:

Fall Reading Week: October 9-13 

Final Date to Drop Fall Courses: November 3

Last Day of Classes: December 4

Exam Period: December 7-18

Questions? Stop by and ask us in Student Central. 

Student Affairs Weekly - September 22nd, 2017

We Care About YouIt's hard to believe that 3 weeks since the start of the new year has already passed by. As tests and assignments start to become a reality, it is important that you continue to take good care of yourself along the way. Next week, the Student Success Centre brings to you "Care Week" with all sorts of ways to take care of yourself and others. Join us for a food drive to help others in need on Wednesday, September 27th. Or join a free yoga drop in class outside of the Braun Building on Wednesday at 1:15 pm.  For other ways to take care, visit: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/current-students/student-success-centre/orientation/thunder-bay-orientation/september-events-orientation

You're InvitedStudent Central will have a Grand Opening celebration on Thursday September 28th. Join us to see the new space and learn more about how our "one stop" student service model can help you with all your enrolment related needs. The celebration will officially start at 11:45 am in Student Central. Please join us for snacks, refreshments and enter for prizes too!

Student AwardsSeveral funding opportunities are available to current students to help fund your education. These opportunities are separated into three main categories: Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries. The online application for you to begin the application process will open on Friday, September 29th. You will be able to access the application through myInfo under a new section called "myAwards". Stay Tuned!

Career FairAre you starting to think about your future career after graduation? Annually, Lakehead hosts a Career Fair where employers from across Canada join us on-campus to showcase career opportunities for upon graduation, but also co-op employment and summer job opportunities. The Fall Career Fair is coming up on Tuesday October 3rd in the Agora - mark your calendars. 

Need help with your resume or preparing for an interview? We have career counselling available to you through the Student Success Centre. Check out some tips here. 

 

IMportant Dates

Mark your calendars:

Fall Reading Week: October 9-13

Final Date to Drop Fall Courses: November 3

Last Day of Classes: December 4

Exam Period: December 7-18

 

Student Affairs Weekly Update - September 15th, 2017

Welcome!

The Office of Student Affairs is pleased to launch the first-ever “Student Affairs Weekly Update” – a new way to connect with you about what's trending on campus. These stories will be related to your success and ways Student Affairs can support you in both your academic and personal goals.

Stay tuned to our Weekly Headlines that will go out each Friday during the academic year to find out what’s happening on campus, upcoming events, top stories, tips and tricks.

student central now open

After almost a year of renovations, we are so pleased to bring to you Student Central – your one stop for everything related to your enrolment here at Lakehead. Whether you are a new student arriving to campus for the first time, getting ready to graduate or anything in between, Student Central provides you with a more convenient way to conduct your business and access support in one, central location. Here you will be able to access everything you need - from enrolling at Lakehead through to course registration, financial support, academic advising and so much more.

Come by and check out our new space, and meet the team. You can find us beside the Agora, and across from the Switchboard in the University Centre. You can also visit us online at www.lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral

important date last day to add courses

Mark Your Calendars! 
Monday, September 18th is the last date for you to register for any FALL OR FULL-YEAR COURSES. Be sure to check your timetable and refer to your program requirements in the Academic Calendar to make sure you are registered in the courses you need to progress in your program. If you need assistance, please visit Student Central to speak with one of our Student Central Professionals. 

Meditation Sessions

Staying healthy as a university student is important! Meditation is a great way to relieve stress. Student Health & Counselling Centre offers meditation sessions four times per week. Join a free meditation session on any of the following dates and times:

  • Mondays: 12:30 pm -1 pm @ Bora Laskin Gym
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays: 11:45 am - 12:15 pm @ Prettie Residence Building
  • Fridays: 3:45 pm - 4:15 pm @ Prettie Residence Building

All students welcome. No experience necessary, no need to register (just drop in). Sessions are free.

Student Success Conference

The Power of Success in Your #LakeheadAdventure: The Student Success Centre is excited to announce its first ever Student Conference, taking place tomorrow -- Saturday, September 16, 2017! This one day event will run from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm in the Faculty Lounge. The conference is free for all students and will focus on the theme of success in university. Our keynote speaker Chris Glover, Director of Student Affairs, will inspire you during his motivational speech on the power of student success. There will also be activities and workshops that will provide you with tools for university achievement. Lunch is provided. To register for this exciting event, please visit mysuccess.lakeheadu.ca/conference. Space is still available -- register today!
For more information, please contact the Student Success Centre at ssc@lakeheadu.ca, or 343-8018.

Admissions Open for Professional Programs

Are you thinking about the next step in your education? Are you in your final year of your program? Lakehead continues to be able to support you in meeting your educational and future career goals with some of the following program options. 

Applications to the following programs will open next week for Fall 2018 (September) start:

  • Two-Year Bachelor of Education program: Application Opens September 18, 2017
  • One-Year Honours Bachelor of Social Work program: Application Opens September 19, 2017

For more information about applying and admission requirements visit admissions.lakeheadu.ca. 

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