October 2017 ISSUE
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FALLING INTO A ROUTINE September is over. You’ve gone to your first classes of the year. You’ve met new people. You’ve explored our neighborhood. You’ve mastered the universe (okay, maybe not that one). But, the fact remains that you have accomplished a lot in one short month. Take time to celebrate! Grab a bubble tea with new friends. Start a study group and meet in one of our awesome study lounges. As the weather starts to cool down and pumpkin spice fills the air, this school year will bring new challenges. Midterms, relationships issues, and stress are all obstacles that you may face. Look for advice in our “Dear WISEONE” column and remember that your don is great resource as well. Desiree Fuller, Residence Life Coordinator Nick Holmberg, Residence Life Coordinator
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Falling into a Routine Residents of CAMPUSONE September In Review October Events
CAMPUSONE Perks Dear WISEONE Building Reminders Contact Us
CONNECT CORNER If you would like to be our next Resident of CampusOne, click here.
RESIDENTS OF CAMPUSONE Saad Nasr, a first-year U of T architecture student from Jordan, says breaking out of your comfort zone is a “real challenge for many international students.” “As an international student… I can say they don’t always feel comfortable with other groups of people. My advice is to break out of your comfort zone and try to make friends with people from other cultures.” Adapting to a new country while also transitioning into university is undoubtedly difficult. Nasr recommends approaching students in the cafeteria to make new friends. “I can assure you your new comfort zone will… open up new places and spaces,” said Nasr.
SEPTEMBER IN REVIEW
OCTOBER BUILDING WIDE EVENTS Halloween CarnEVIL Come out to the spooky Halloween CarnEVIL on October 29th from 7pm-9pm! There will be games, a costume contests, food, and music!
Therapy Dogs Stressed out? Homesick? Need a break from studying? Come pet a puppy! On October 15th, from 5pm-7pm, you can cuddle with therapy dogs in the Sky Lounge. Drop-in to pet some puppers and doggos!
Bring your Halloween spirit, friends, and your most creative costume to celebrate the scariest day of the year.
OCTOBER CAMPUS EVENTS OCTOBER 4th
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OCTOBER 25th
OCTOBER 26th
Design for Social Enterprise Presenter: Joe Sacco When: 6:30 pm Where: OCADU, 100 McCaul, Auditorium MCA190
Mindfest
Money Matters for Grad Students Presenter: Graduate Awards Office When: 12:00 pm Where: U of T, 66 Harbord Street, Grad Room
Better Coping, the Art and Science of Wellbeing Presenter: ACE Seminar When: 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Where: U of T, 35 St. George Street, Room 117
Presenter: Jean-Paul Bedard When: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm Where: U of T, 7 Hart House Circle, Hart House
COMING SOON: CAMPUSONE PERKS Living at CampusOne has lot of perks and it is about to get one more! CampusOne has teamed up with business in our neighborhood to get YOU discounts. Just show your ONE Perks card and save.
DEAR WISEONE Dear WISEONE, My partner and I have been dating since Grade 11. We’ve told each other ‘I love you’ and we decided to stay together despite going to university in different countries. Recently, one of my roommates told me her friend had been ‘Turkey Dumped.’ Now, I’m worried that my partner is thinking of dumping me! We’ve been distant lately, but I chalked it up to adjusting to university. What do I do? Sincerely, Down in the Turkey Dumps Turkey Dump refers to the relationship phenomenon that first year university students with high school sweethearts
often experience. High school relationships sometimes don’t survive the transition to university, whether they are long distance or not. That doesn’t mean your relationship is doomed for a Thanksgiving demise. Take this time to evaluate your relationship. Is it still a supportive relationship or is it held together by familiarity? Don’t be afraid to communicate with your partner and make a decision that is healthy for the two of you. Dear WISEONE, Midterms. I hear the word and my hands start to shake. I’m going to class and paying attention, but I never really had to study in high school. I’m unsure where to start. I’m
terrified that my professors will think I am stupid! Sincerely, Is it Too Late to Drop Out? You are not alone. It is very normal to see grades drop from high school. University requires different and improved skills – time management, selfdirection, and effective study techniques. Universities are aware of this and have resources in place. Check with your advisor or registrar about the academic support services available to you. Have a question for WISEONE? Ask it by clicking here.
BUILDING REMINDERS Smoking is strictly prohibited in the building, in your unit, and within 9 meters (30 feet) of any entrance or exit at CampusOne. This includes, but not limited to: cigarettes, e-cigarettes, marijuana, and hookahs.
GENERAL INQUIRIES
(647) 288-0827 campusone@studenthousing.com Simon Zarzour General Manager szarzour@studenthousing.com
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UPDATES
You can find the link to our resident handbook here: https://issuu.com/canadiancampuscommunities/docs/campusone_re sident_handbook We are working to complete the Bike Storage Rooms. In the meantime, we recommend that you continue to store your bike in your room for your security. While our mailroom is being finished, both mail and packages can be picked up at the front desk on the first floor. CampusOne Mail should be addressed as below: Resident Name Unit Number Bedroom Letter (i.e. 2304 A) 253 College Street Toronto, ON M5T 1R5
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