Student Affairs - Orillia Campus

Pumpkin Spice Granola

Tis the season for everything pumpkin spice, but not everything has to be unhealthy. Granola sometimes gets a bad wrap, but making it yourself can be the solution to limit the sugar. Homemade granola makes a great breakfast or snack and provides protein, fibre and healthy fats. 

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • pumpkin spice granola ingredients2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 1/4 cups raw pecans
  • 1/3 cup raw pepitas
  • 3 Tbsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp sea salt
  • 3/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice (No pumpkin pie spice? No problem, make your own with this recipe)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 340 degrees F (171 C).
  • Mix the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
  • In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, warm the coconut oil, maple syrup, and pumpkin puree and whisk. Pour over the dry ingredients and quickly mix with a wooden spoon.
  • Spread the mixture evenly onto two baking sheets and bake for 23-30 minutes, stirring a bit near the halfway point. If you prefer chunkier granola, don’t stir as it breaks up the clusters. Instead, just rotate the pans at the halfway point to ensure even cooking.
  • Once the granola is golden brown, remove from oven and let cool completely. It will crisp up as it cools.
  • Transfer to an airtight container. Should keep for a couple of weeks. Enjoy with milk, yogurt, or on top of oats!

Notes

Recipe adapted from Minimalist Baker's Pumpkin Maple Pecan Granola- check out her website for other granola flavours and combos

Pumpkin spice granola

Having Sex and Starting Relationships during a Pandemic

Sex is an important part of many people's lives and it's not something that's just going to stop when there's a pandemic, nor should it as long as you are able to engage in sexual activity in low-risk ways. Here are some tips on how to enjoy safer sex while reducing the risk of spreading COVID-19. 

Know how COVID-19 spreads. The virus spreads through particles in the saliva, mucus or breath of people with COVID-19, even from people who do not have symptoms. We still have a lot to learn about COVID-19 and sex. The virus has been found in the semen and feces of people who have tested positive for COVID-19. It is not entirely clear if COVID-19 can be spread through vaginal or anal sex but there is evidence that other coronaviruses do not easily spread through sex. 

That being said- if you are having sex with someone, it is likely that you will be within six feet of each other and you will probably be kissing at the same time, and the virus is passed through saliva. Essentially, any possibility of transfer of coronavirus - from your mouth to your hands, to genitals, to someone else's nose or mouth - increases the risk of passing on coronavirus 

You are your safest sex partner! Take advantage of the chance to get (re)acquainted with your body and have some fun. Remember to wash your hands & any toys with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. 

The next safest partner is a consenting partner in your bubble. In Ontario, you can establish a social bubble of no more than 10 people who can interact with one another without physical distancing. Keep in mind that you can’t have multiple bubbles, so if you add someone outside your household, you have to include anyone in their household as well. 

If you are meeting someone new- there are a lot of ways to start and develop a relationship with technology. Try watching the same movie or cooking the same meal and eating together over facetime. Send voice notes instead of texts so you can hear each other. You can also take the next steps in your relationship virtually by sexting, or phone or online sex. If you do decide to meet up IRL, any first dates should be two metres apart. Whether it takes place indoors or outdoors will be up to the people on the date and their comfort levels.

Do your own screening to protect yourself by asking potential partners about symptoms of infection or potential exposures. Approach this conversation the same way you would talk about sexually transmitted diseases before being intimate with someone for the first time: It's a matter-of-fact conversation about your health and that of your potential partners. Before getting physical with a partner, ask them:

  • If they have, or have recently had, symptoms of COVID-19 infection or are at high risk of being exposed to the virus or being a carrier. 

  • Do they have any cold or flu symptoms (cough, fever, shortness of breath)? Have they travelled anywhere in the past 14 days?

  • Have they been exposed or in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 or had symptoms?

  • Do they work in a profession that exposes them to individuals who may have COVID-19 (eg: healthcare workers)?

This isn’t a one-time conversation, it is important to continue to ask these questions each time you plan on getting up close and physical with someone else.

Skip sex if you or your partner are not feeling well, or have been in contact with someone with a confirmed case of COVID-19. If you feel unwell, or even start to feel unwell, avoid kissing, sex or any close contact with others. Follow public health recommendations for isolation & quarantine and contact the appropriate health care provider for the next steps. 

Here are some other ways to lower the chances of being exposed to COVID-19 during sex with others:

  • Consider keeping contact information for your partner(s) so that you can reach them if one of you develops symptoms.

  • Limit alcohol use and other substances so safer decisions can be made.

  • Before and after sex:

    • Wash your body with soap and water.

    • Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

    • Wash sex toys thoroughly per the manufacturer’s instructions. Most, but not all, can be cleaned with mild unscented soap and water. Do not share them with multiple partners.

  • Wear a face covering or mask. Heavy breathing during sex can create more droplets that may transmit COVID-19.

  • Avoid or limit kissing and saliva exchange.

  • Be creative with sexual positions and physical barriers, like walls, that allow sexual contact while preventing close face to face contact. 

  • Using condoms, lubricants, and dental dams may help to further reduce the chances by minimizing contact with saliva, semen, feces, blood and/or internal genitalia/vaginal fluids during sex.

Don’t forget COVID-19 is not the only infectious agent to think about, continue to use condoms to prevent transmission of sexually-transmitted infections and an effective method of birth control to prevent an unplanned pregnancy

Although relationships and sex do present a risk during a pandemic, emotional and physical connections can be essential to your overall wellbeing. Assess the risks of dating or having sex the same way you have assessed the risks of going to the grocery store. We should not downplay the importance of human connection because relationships are what help us stay mentally sane through these strange and challenging times.

 

Lindsey Wachter, R.Kin

Health and Wellness Promoter

 

Getting Connected

An individual’s wellbeing and sense of belonging are closely related. Without this feeling of belonging, individuals can feel isolated or lonely, which affects overall wellbeing. Making a connection with others can be especially hard when you are learning remotely.

Make use of your student union.

LUSU's centres provide a supportive and engaging community for students from all kinds of backgrounds. Find like-minded folks who share your experiences and work together to make the world a better place.

  • Aboriginal Awareness Centre

  • Gender Equity Centre

  • Sustainability Initiative

  • Food Bank

  • Pride Central

  • Multicultural Centre

Joining a student club is another opportunity to find others who have similar interests and pursuits as you. You’d be surprised how many clubs LUSU offers and if you don’t find one that piques your interests- you can create your own! 

Learn more about LUSU centres and clubs at LUSU Fest 2020 running this week!

Virtual Study Groups

  • Study groups were always a great way to practice and apply concepts you’re learning in class and to build communication and collaboration skills that are important in the workplace and they might even be more helpful when learning remotely. They create structure and routine for studying, keep you connected with other people, and provide opportunities to get questions answered—and help other students answer questions—outside of office hours.

  • First, you’ll need to find people. There are a number of ways to identify people interested in joining a study group:  

    • Ask your instructor if they’d be willing to post an announcement or start a discussion board thread to collect the names of students interested in joining a study group.  

    • Use discussion board, zoom chat, or other collaborative tools available in your course to find other students interested in forming a study group. 

  • There are many ways to meet with your study group. The best approach is likely to choose a format that all group members are familiar with (Zoom and Google Meet are easily accessed using your Lakehead email account). 

  • Check out this article for more tips on organized a virtual study group. 

Campus Rec at home

  • Campus Rec might not be able to provide their traditional intramurals but you can still compete against fellow Thunderwolves via their online intramurals. You can also join their live and on-demand fitness classes, and Strava activity groups to keep active and motivated.

Explore your new community

Not every connection you make needs to be with someone at Lakehead, getting more comfortable in your city also bolsters your social well-being. Use Facebook or Reddit to find groups with similar interests in your area. If you are living on or near campus, check out the WellU Maps to find out more about what available in the area. 

 

-Lindsey Wachter, R. Kin

Health and Wellness Promoter

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Discussing COVID Boundaries

Socializing during the pandemic is complicated- everyone has their own comfort levels with what they are willing to do. It can be difficult if you are not on the same page as friends and family (more so if you live together). The more you can communicate what you expect and what you are comfortable with, the more you will actually get what you want.

When discussing comfort levels with friends and housemates, it can be hard to know what to ask. Below are some questions you can bring up during those conversations.

For Housemates:

  • How are you feeling today?
  • Is it okay if my friend comes over?
  • How many people are you comfortable having over?
  • What should our cleaning routine look like?
  • What is your class schedule?

Going to a Friend's House

  • Should I bring a mask?
  • How many people will be there?
  • Should I bring my own food/drinks?
  • Will we be sitting outside or inside?
  • Who do you live with?

When you invite someone over

  • Do you mind if we stay outside?
  • Can you bring your own _______ (food, drinks, mask)?
  • _________ is going to be here too. Are you comfortable being around other people and wearing a mask?
  • Please wash your hands once you come in. 

Ultimately you cannot control others’ behaviour and you might not be able to agree, you can respect each other's boundaries and be creative with how you can socialize. 

How to Have COVID Conversations

The Balancing Act of Being a Student and a Parent in a Pandemic

Balancing school and parenting is challenging at the best of times, but back to school season during a pandemic is a whole other level of stress. It’s normal to be anxious or feel stressed about how this year will go and while there may not be a perfect solution to excel as a student-parent in the current climate, here are some tips to help:

Set a schedule. Establishing some routines will help you and your children feel more settled. This could include early morning writing time, working during nap times, or studying after children have gone to bed. If your children are older, maybe everyone can have a regular quiet time for studying, reading, listening to music, watching a movie, etc. Consider taking some time on the weekend to plan activities or crafts for small kids that will keep them busy for 30 minutes at a time during the week.

Connect with other students with families. It can be hard for classmates without children to understand the struggles you are having. Reach out to others in your courses or program who are juggling similar priorities right now. They might be able to share the challenges and successes they have had.

Make a study space for yourself where you can leave all your work or school materials. Pinterest has many suggestions on how to create a home office in unconventional spaces. Studying and attending remote lectures will be easier if you don’t have to pack and unpack your computer and books every time.

If you are parenting with a partner, plan how you will share responsibilities so that you have time to dedicate to your schoolwork. If your children are older, discuss how they can help around the house too. Kids may be more committed to a plan that they help make. The plan will look different for every family, but having those conversations sooner than later can be helpful.

If parenting alone, communication is still important. If your kids are old enough, talk to them about how they can help you by giving you some quiet time when you need it. Reassure them that you will spend time with them after you complete your work. For younger kids, squeeze in your own school work during naps or find age-appropriate activities that allow you to work for short periods of time. Be patient- you might not find the right tactic right away and it might take a while to figure out what works best for you and your kids.

Do your best to create and assert healthy boundaries. While this may not always be possible with children who are younger or have complex needs, do what you can to create boundaries where you can. Explore creative solutions to help carve out time for yourself- not just for school work but also to exercise, get outside or to do something you enjoy, remember that self-care isn’t selfish.

Don’t forget this is stressful for your children too. Going back to school is a big change for them as well but there are a lot of resources available to help them deal with the transition:

Give Yourself a Break. Even if you follow all these tips, there will probably be some days where you feel burnt out and overwhelmed. While you may try your best to not take your frustrations out on your children, there may be times where you lose your temper or raise your voice. Although you may be using the weekend to study or get work done, don’t forget to also plan some family time to enjoy each other’s company. At the end of the day, remember: you love each other and you’re all on the same team.

Know that you are not alone. There are many students, staff and faculty who are experiencing the same challenges. If you are feeling distressed or overwhelmed, remember that you have support available to you.

 

-Lindsey Wacher, R.Kin, MSc, Health and Wellness Promoter

Announcing the WellU Podcast

We’re happy to announce the launch of a new podcast created in partnership with Compass North! 

Each episode of WellU Podcast will give an in-depth look at a health and wellness topic relevant to Lakehead Students by a Compass North Student member. 

The first episode addresses "Virtual Burnout"- something we have probably all experienced in the past few months with more and more of our lives happening online. 3rd-year medical student Felicia Lotsios breaks down what virtual burnout is and what you can do to help deal with it. Check it out on Spotify- https://cutt.ly/wellupod

 

 

Introducing the wellU podcast in partnership with compass North

Athletics, Recreation, and Wellness departments launch Running with the Wolves

The world of recreation has definitely changed in today’s world due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many gyms, programs, and services have shifted their fitness opportunities into the virtual world.

Previous programs that were popular at both the Orillia and Thunder Bay campuses, including intramurals and group fitness, are not operating in their traditional capacity. Staff in the Athletics & Recreation Departments have been working to provide new virtual programming, such as e-sports and online fitness classes.

Lakehead Orillia's Athletics & Student Wellness, Lakehead Thunder Bay’s Athletics & Recreation, and the Student Health & Wellness Health Promoter, have teamed up to provide opportunities for the Lakehead community to enhance their physical fitness and wellbeing virtually, while creating connections across our campuses and our Lakehead community.

“The idea of joining a running club can seem really intimidating but starting, or restarting, a new program can actually be easier if you join a community with the same interests. By surrounding yourself with other enthusiastic people with the same goal, you’re more likely to run long-term, instead of depending solely on your own motivation. Members can offer each other advice, share experiences and motivate one another," said Lindsey Wachter, Health and Wellness Promoter for the Student Health and Wellness Department.

With support from Thunderwolves Head Track & Field and Cross Country Coach, Kip Sigsworth, and Dr. Ben Rayfield, a Sports Chiropractor from Back to Function in Orillia, the Running the Wolves program will provide participants with an eight-week training program with a weekly newsletter, along with various tips to aid in achieving their running goals. The program will be tracked through an app that will help build a sense of community and connection while they are in the program.

The Introduction to Running club, which is intended for beginners will guide these runners to build up cardio and pace to running 5k by the end of the eight week program.

“I know from experience that running is a little intimidating. There’s a lot of aches and pains when first starting. I’m excited to be able to work with our coaching staff to provide this community and training guide to our participants, and also follow along with the program myself," said Laura Ferguson, Coordinator for Recreational Programs at Lakehead Thunder Bay.

Alternatively, for members of our Lakehead community that already engage in running at an intermediate level, the general Thunderwolves Running club provides a more advanced guide to help enhance and strengthen and bring some new tips and structure to your current running routine.

There will be leaderboards shared each week to celebrate participants' successes, and using the Strava Run Clubs, participants will be able to motivate each other and cheer each other on as they reach new milestones.

The program starts on July 5th and will run until the end of August. Participants can learn more and sign up at lakeheadu.ca/wolvesrun. All staff, faculty, students, and alumni are welcome to sign up!

Questions about the Running with the Wolves program can be directed to campusrec@lakeheadu.ca.

Connect with Student Affairs Departments

Student Central

For support with course registration, academic advising, grades and exams, as well as financial support including scholarships, awards, emergency loans, and budgeting.

Visit lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral for more information.

Check out myPortal for various self-service tools including Accepting Your Offer, Paying your Confirmation Deposit, Registering for Courses, Confirmation of Enrolment and more!

Apply for awards: myAwards

Student Accessibility Services

For assistance and advice regarding academic accommodations, or assistive software.

Thunder Bay

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: SC 0003

Email: sas@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: 807-343-8047

Orillia

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: OA 1030

Email: oraccess@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: (705) 330-4010 ext. 2103

Student Success Centre

Thunder Bay

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30PM

Location: SC 0008

Email: ssc@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: 807-343-8018

Orillia

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: OA 1021

Email: orillia.ssc@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: (705) 330-4010 ext. 2118

Academic Support Zone

For assistance with writing support, tutoring, and study skills development.

Book an appointment via Zoom: mySuccess

Ask questions: askLakehead

Thunder Bay

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: LI 2004

Email: academiczone.ssc@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: 807-343-8010 ext. 8859

Orillia

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: OR 1013

Email: academiczone.ssc@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: (705) 330-4010 ext. 2118

Careers & Co-op Services (Career Zone)

Thunder Bay

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: UC 0020-B

Email: careers.coop@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: 807-343-8010 ext. 8264 

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/lakeheadcareers-coop

Orillia

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: OR 1013

Email: careers.coop@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: 705-330-4010 ext. 8264

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/lakeheadcareers-coop

Student Health and Wellness

For mental health support, medical services, and well-being programming.

Thunder Bay

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (open to public 8:45 AM - 4:15 PM)

Location: Prettie Residence

Email: health@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: 807-343-8361

Orillia

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (open to public 8:45 AM - 4:15 PM)

Location: OR 1012

Email: health@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: (705) 330-4010 ext. 2116

If you are part of LUSU's extended healthcare plan, access realcampus.ca and the Maple app for instant access to a counsellor via chat, phone, text or video chat as well as a suite of online wellness resources.

Immediate resources:

  • Good 2 Talk
    24/7 post-secondary helpline: Dial 1-866-925-5454 to talk or Text GOOD2TALKON to 686868
  • bigwhitewall
    24/7 online support community moderated by clinicians
  • bouncebackontario.ca
    online videos and resources about mild/moderate anxiety and depression

 

Registrarial Services

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: UC1002

Phone: 807-343-8010 ext. 8867

 

Student Conduct & Case Management

Hours of Operation: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: ATAC 5031D 

Email: studentconduct@lakeheadu.ca

Phone: 807-343-8010 ext. 8163

 

 

Acting Director, Student Affairs, Competition # OR-19-14, Orillia ON

Student Affairs - Orillia Campus

Overview

Acting Director, Student Affairs (Orillia Campus)

Full-Time, Contract (3 months with possibility of extension)

*THIS POSTING IS OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY*

 Competition # OR-19-14

Reporting to the Associate Vice-Provost Students, the Director, Student Affairs (Orillia) leads an integrated team of staff, many of whom report to functional managers at the Thunder Bay campus. Working in a matrix organizational, multi-campus structure with the Orillia Principal, Associate Vice-Provost Students and other Student affairs colleagues, the Director, Student Affairs plays a major role in the development of a rich student experience that extends into all aspects of student life at the Orillia campus.

Major responsibilities include providing leadership, mentorship and supervision both to direct and dotted reporting staff positions; working with other managerial colleagues to plan for and foster the student experience; addressing needs and concerns of Orillia students and student groups; taking the primary lead on non-academic judicial matters; and working closely with Residence Life.  The Director, Student Affairs is the voice for Student Affairs at the Orillia campus.

Job Requirements:

  • Masters degree preferred with preference to program specialization in higher education or student affairs
  • Solid leadership experience in a post-secondary education environment with a proven track record in the management of student affairs professionals
  • Demonstrated success in setting clear strategic goals and proven ability to contribute to enhancing the quality of the student experience through the improvement of student services
  • Sound knowledge of student development theory and best practices in student services required, including the particular needs of students with disabilities, graduate, Aboriginal and international students
  • Experience in student program development, assessment, risk management, and budget management required
  • Collaborative leader who understands how to work in a matrix organizational structure with other colleagues who are functional managers of staff
  • Demonstrated ability to build a strong, cohesive, integrated team,
  • Commitment to the core values of a student-centred university with multi-campuses; embracing the philosophy of “One University – multiple campuses”
  • Outstanding human relations, communication and interpersonal skills with strong critical-thinking skills and creative problem-solving skills required
  • Experience in threat assessment/crisis management, and trauma response skills preferred

Interested internal applicants are invited to submit a single pdf document quoting competition # OR-19-14, containing a cover letter and resume, along with the contact information of three work-related references by July 5, 2019 to:

 Office of Human Resources

Office of Human Resources

Orillia Academic Building

500 University Ave.

Email:  careers@lakeheadu.ca

 We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified.

Lakehead University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals including women, racialized persons, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities and other equity-seeking groups. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.  This is in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements.

Lakehead University is committed to supporting an accessible environment. Applicants requiring accommodation during the interview process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (807) 343.8334 or human.resources@lakeheadu.ca to make appropriate arrangements.

Application Deadline: 
Friday, July 5, 2019 - 4:30pm

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