Intellectual Wellness

Intellectual Wellness: Being open to new ideas and experiences while embracing our creativity, thinking critically, and expanding our knowledge and skill sets.

Intellectual Wellness includes, but is not limited to:

  • Time management skills
  • Creative expression
  • Critical thinking
  • The ability to ask questions
  • Stress management skills
  • Self-awareness
  • Goal setting
  • Learning new studying techniques
  • Accepting and acknowledging different perspectives

Available Intellectual Wellness Resources

Below is a list of some Intellectual Wellness resources dedicated to our students and employees which can be accessed both on and/or off campus:

Students:

Lakehead University Libraries

The library website is your main access point for everything related to library services, spaces, and collections. Here are a few useful tools and resources available for our students:

Academic Support Zone

The Zone offers Study Club group-based sessions in STEM-based disciplines facilitated by trained and friendly Academic Peer Mentors, limited peer-tutoring services, writing coaching, workshops to improve the skills you’ll need to succeed at university, and a Brain Fuel Program with free beverages and snacks.

Check out our Learning & Writing Support - Our peer mentors have content knowledge, a desire to help others, and a positive outlook.

  1. Tutor Directory via mySuccess
  2. Contact: academiczone.ssc@lakeheadu.ca or (807) 343-8010 ext. 8859

Student Referral Guides

We offer a wide range of academic and personal support services right from the start of your Lakehead education and through to after graduation. The Student Referral Guide will help you learn about the different ways we can support you and the best office to connect with in Student Affairs.

Student Success Centre

The Leadership Development Program: LVLup Leadership Program

Join us in taking part in our new LVLup Leadership program. Our program aims to provide students with the opportunity to connect with their peers, the communities around them, as well as develop strong leadership skills and qualities.

Student Health and Wellness

Student Health and Wellness provides a range of health services, mental health supports, and wellness programs so that you can get the most out of your Lakehead Experience. Visit our website to learn more about our services, how to access resources, hours of operation, and campus location.

You can also check out our event page here: lakeheadu.ca/shw-events

Employees:

Employee Benefits

Did you know? As a benefits plan member with Green Shield Canada (GSC), you have access to a variety of additional health and wellness resources.

GSC Digital Pharmacy - Health Depot 

This is a brand-new service available through GSC. Perks of the Health Depot include free next-day delivery, lower dispensing fees, consultation with a pharmacist, and the ability to assign others to an account which allows another person to manage prescriptions on a plan member's behalf.

Both:

Mobile Safety App

Lakehead University has partnered with AppArmor to give students, faculty, staff and visitors a faster way to access resources on campus. Our MobileSafety app includes emergency contacts, a safety toolbox, and other important resources available at the touch of a button. Safety alerts can be communicated in real time on the app. The app allows users to easily access our walk-safe program, to quickly contact security if needed, and to use tools that can help in an emergency.

The app is available through the Apple Store and Google Play.

Safe Walk Program (Orillia)

Safe Walk service is available for all students, staff and faculty members. If you feel uncomfortable or unsafe walking alone, you can be accompanied to your vehicle or bus stop by a member of the Lakehead Orillia security team.

  • Main Campus - Please visit the Security Office or call 705-330-4008, ext. 2009. Safe Walk is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.  
  • Faculty of Education (Heritage Place) - Please visit the Security Office or call 705-330-4027. Safe Walk will take place within a one-block radius of the campus and is available Monday to Thursday from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. during the school year.

For further information about Safe Walk programs, please contact Lakehead Orillia Security Services at orsecure@lakeheadu.ca.