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It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Lakehead University and the start of the 2019-2020 academic year! In just a few short weeks, you will officially embark upon the first steps in your new journey. This is a very exciting time! Your university years will define the rest of your life and I can assure you that your years here at Lakehead will be transformative. From our strong academic programming and experiential learning opportunities to our vibrant student life and welcoming hometowns, you will become a part of something truly unique. As you prepare for the upcoming year, the Student Success Centre, along with the Lakehead community, are here to support you with a smooth transition into your studies. I invite you to take advantage of the many opportunities available to you both inside and outside of the classroom. One of the most important and memorable opportunities that awaits you is Orientation. Orientation will help you prepare for academic life, while creating connections to our community and meeting others, including your future professors. Join us starting August 29th when Orientation officially kicks off – for more information visit newadventure.lakeheadu.ca. Registration is another key component to a positive start to your university education. Ensuring you are meeting your program requirements is essential. The Student Central team is ready to assist you through the course registration process as well as provide you with the academic advice you need to start off your studies on the right track. Once classes begin, don’t forget to stay connected with your community! A well-rounded university experience that is focused on both academic and personal growth is important. Explore the many academic clubs and societies, or join a varsity or intramural sports team. Take part in Movie Nights, Lecture Series, Vendor Days or come out to cheer on our Thunderwolves as a fan. I encourage you to get involved and become an active part of the Lakehead family. On behalf of the faculty and staff at Lakehead University, I wish you every success in the upcoming year! Sincerely, Dr. Moira McPherson President
Table of Contents Meet the Student Success Centre
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Stay Connected
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Next Steps Checklist
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Don’t Forget
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Know Your Lakehead Tools
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Choose Your Courses
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Plan Your Finances
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Take Care of Your Student Business Early
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Ease Your Transition
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Join the Lakehead Community
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Your First Six Weeks Checklist
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Why Attend Orientation
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We know you have questions about coming to university. Let us help you prepare! The following guide is to help you get ready for your journey to Lakehead.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT Lakehead University respectfully acknowledges its campuses are located on the traditional lands of Indigenous Peoples. Lakehead Thunder Bay is located on the traditional lands of the Fort William First Nation, Signatory to the Robinson Superior Treaty of 1850. Lakehead Orillia is located on the traditional territory of the Anishinaabeg. The Anishinaabeg include the Ojibwe, Odawa, and Pottawatomi nations, collectively known as the Three Fires Confederacy. Lakehead University acknowledges the history that many nations hold in the areas around our campuses, and is committed to a relationship with First Nations, MĂŠtis, and Inuit Peoples based on the principles of mutual trust, respect, reciprocity, and collaboration in the spirit of reconciliation.
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MEET THE SSC
WELCOME FROM THE STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE! NOW THAT YOU’RE AN OFFICIAL LAKEHEAD STUDENT, IT’S OUR TURN TO GUIDE YOU ALONG! ALTHOUGH YOU DON’T QUITE KNOW US YET, WE’RE EXTENDING OUR PAWS TO ALL OUR NEW THUNDERWOLVES AS YOU BEGIN YOUR #LAKEHEADADVENTURE. The Student Success Centre (better known as the SSC) is here to help support students in a number of ways, not only at the beginning of your first year but throughout all of your years at Lakehead. No matter what questions you have or which campus you attend, the SSC is here to support you in whatever direction you take. Book an appointment, check out our programs, use our services, meet a new friend, or stop by to say hello - we welcome and encourage all students to come and visit us. See you soon!
ACADEMIC SUPPORT
CAREER & CO-OP
You’ll quickly discover that university academics are very different from high school or college academics, but not to worry! We have supports and guidance available to you. Visit the Academic Support Zone!
Have questions about your future career options? Not sure where your Lakehead degree will take you? Want to gain professional work experience in your program? We can help with that too.
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ORIENTATION & TRANSITION You’ll first hear from the SSC during the summer and fall months. We’re here to help steer you through your university transition.
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COME TALK TO THE STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE - WE CAN HELP SUPPORT YOU!
Thunder Bay SC 0008 P: 807-343-8018 E: ssc@lakeheadu.ca
LEADERSHIP & ENGAGEMENT One of the big things you’ll hear over and over again is to get involved on campus. We have several opportunities for you to develop your leadership skills.
Hours of Operation: Mon. - Fri. 8:30am - 4:30pm (Closed Wed. 8:30am-10:00am)
MYSUCCESS PORTAL:
MYSUCCESS.LAKEHEADU.CA
MySuccess is your student success portal and is operated by the Student Success Centre.
Hours of Operation: Orillia Mon. - Fri. 8:30am - 4:30pm OR 1021 (Closed Wed. 8:30am-10:00am) P: 705-330-4008 x 2118 E: orillia.ssc@lakeheadu.ca
STAY CONNECTED Check Your Lakehead Inbox for
STARTING JUNE 2019
WOLFIE’S WEEKLY
ADVENTURES
From June to September, the Student Success Centre (SSC) sends emails to new students containing important information you should know before arriving to campus. • Learn about student services • Explore campus facilities • Discover supports and activities
• Connect with the community • Win great prizes • Ease your university transition
DOWNLOAD OUR APP: LAKEHEAD STUDENT SUCCESS CENTRE
FOLLOW/LIKE OUR SOCIAL MEDIA FACEBOOK.COM/LAKEHEADSUCCESS (THUNDER BAY) FACEBOOK.COM/LAKEHEADOSA (ORILLIA)
Thunder Bay Campus
Orillia Campus
@LAKEHEADSUCCESS (THUNDER BAY) @LAKEHEADORILLIA (ORILLIA) @LAKEHEADSUCCESS (THUNDER BAY) @LAKEHEADOSA (ORILLIA)
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DON’T FORGET
HERE ARE SOME NOTES FOR YOU TO REMEMBER IN CASE YOU STILL NEED TO COMPLETE THEM: MEET YOUR OFFER OF ADMISSION STEP ONE Check your Offer of Admission letter for any conditions of admission and ensure you are on track to satisfy those requirements. A hard copy was sent to you in the mail. You can also view an electronic copy of your Offer of Admission in myInfo. Refer to “My Admission Assessment Letters” found on the applicant tab.
STEP TWO Pay your confirmation deposit. To learn how to do this, go to: lakeheadu.ca/acceptyouroffer
APPLY FOR BURSARIES & SCHOLARSHIPS Your university education is one of the most important investments you will make in your life. To help you with the costs involved, Lakehead University offers over $11 million in funding each year to new and returning students. While scholarships recognize academic achievement, awards are based on a combination of criteria, including academic merit and financial need. Bursaries, on the other hand, are based solely on financial need. Check for funding opportunities that are available to you by logging into our myAwards portal: myawards.lakeheadu.ca
PLAN TO ATTEND FAST PASS
CONSIDER LIVING IN RESIDENCE
Join us for Fast Pass: Registration 101, an on-campus, in-person event designed specifically for first year students. During Fast Pass: Registration 101, you'll have the opportunity to: Learn your program requirements Learn about expectations Select your courses Create your "to do" list Build your timetable Tour campus and residence Register for classes Find your classrooms Get your student card Meet students and staff Receive information
Did you know?
Register for Fast Pass: Registration 101: lakeheadu.ca/fastpass
TALK WITH STUDENT CENTRAL
If you require accommodation based on any disability, medical condition, height, dietary need, lifestyle, culture, gender and/or religious needs, let us know so we can support you!
TALK WITH RESIDENCE SERVICES
W: lakeheadu.ca/studentcentral
Thunder Bay - UC 1002 P: 807-343-8500 E: studentcentral@lakeheadu.ca
Students who live in residence tend to perform better academically and are more likely to graduate Residence offers “quiet areas” for students A meal plan is included in your residence cost Applied to residence already? You’ll be waiting to hear from our Residence team regarding your status. All information will be sent to you via your Lakehead email account.
W: lakeheadu.ca/residence Orillia - Simcoe Hall P: 705-330-4008 x 2100 E: osa@lakeheadu.ca
Thunder Bay P: 807-343-8512 E: resaccnt@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia P: 705-330-4008 E: orilliaresidence@lakeheadu.ca
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KNOW YOUR
LAKEHEAD TOOLS MYINFO
MYEMAIL
MYINFO.LAKEHEADU.CA MYINFO is your Lakehead University student information portal. MYINFO is the place where you can perform a variety of functions related to your enrolment both as an applicant and as a student.
MYEMAIL.LAKEHEADU.CA MYEMAIL is your Lakehead University email account.
YOUR STUDENT INFORMATION PORTAL
Through MYINFO, you can: Access myAwards portal to apply for Lakehead scholarships and bursaries Complete the Aboriginal Self-Identification survey to connect with community, resources, and more Apply for residence Register for classes View your class schedule Check your tuition, fees and account balance Track your degree/program progress
YOUR LAKEHEAD EMAIL ACCOUNT
The username and password to access MYEMAIL is the same as your MYINFO login. All communication from Lakehead University will be provided to you through your Lakehead email account. You MUST check this often and use it to correspond with Lakehead University personnel. Important information regarding registration, orientation, scholarships and bursaries, residence, upcoming events and more will be delivered to you using your Lakehead email account, including Wolfie’s Weekly Adventures this summer!
To access MYINFO, you will need the username and password that was provided to you when you applied to Lakehead. It can be found in the Acknowledgement Letter we sent to you. Here you will also find your Lakehead University Student ID number (e.g. 674321). Having trouble accessing MYINFO? Visit lakeheadu.ca/adm-myinfo-help
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Having trouble accessing MYEMAIL? Visit lakeheadu.ca/ask
DID YOU KNOW? YOUR USERNAME & PASSWORD ARE THE SAME FOR ALL 5 PORTALS KEEP YOUR STUDENT ID, USERNAME & PASSWORD ON HAND. STORE THEM IN YOUR PHONE OR WHEREVER YOU KEEP IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
KNOW YOUR LAKEHEAD TOOLS
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MYSUCCESS
YOUR STUDENT SUCCESS PORTAL
MYCOURSELINK
YOUR ONLINE CLASSROOM PORTAL
MYSUCCESS.LAKEHEADU.CA MYSUCCESS is your student success portal and is operated by the Student Success Centre (SSC). The username and password to access MYSUCCESS is the same as your MYINFO and MYEMAIL accounts. Use this portal to: Book one-on-one appointments relating to academic support and skills, writing support, career services, Co-operative Education, and student engagement Find information regarding the free group tutoring and writing support Access the Lakehead University Job Bank and volunteer opportunities See upcoming SSC events Update your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) Sign up for Leadership programs and workshops Apply to a co-op work term
MYCOURSELINK.LAKEHEADU.CA MYCOURSELINK, also known as D2L, is Lakehead’s online learning management system for your online courses and web-based components for your on-campus courses.
Having trouble accessing MYSUCCESS? Email: ssc@lakeheadu.ca
Having trouble accessing MYCOURSELINK? Email: mycourselink@lakeheadu.ca
The username and password to access MYCOURSELINK is the same as your MYINFO and MYEMAIL accounts MYCOURSELINK/D2L is supported by the Teaching Commons Through MYCOURSELINK you can: Access online course materials (e.g., syllabus, course readings, audio and video material, etc.) Take online tests and quizzes Participate in discussion forums and other communication tools (e.g., email, live chat) Submit assignments and view grades
LINKEDIN LEARNING YOUR FREE ONLINE RESOURCES TOOL
LAKEHEADU.CA/LYNDA LINKEDIN LEARNING is your access to free online courses and videos in software, technology, business, and creative skills The username and password to access LINKEDIN LEARNING is the same as your MYINFO and MYEMAIL accounts LINKEDIN LEARNING is supported by the Teaching Commons LINKEDIN LEARNING features include: Learning paths/playlist Mobile access Offline viewing New courses weekly Exercise files and assessments Certificates of completion
Having trouble accessing LINKEDIN LEARNING? Email: teachingcommons@lakeheadu.ca
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CHOOSE YOUR COURSES THE NEXT STEP ON YOUR PATH TO LAKEHEAD IS TO CHOOSE AND REGISTER FOR YOUR COURSES! CHOOSING THE RIGHT COURSES FOR YOUR PROGRAM IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE. IMPORTANT! BE SURE YOU REVIEW YOUR PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS IN THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR TO ENSURE YOU KNOW WHICH COURSES ARE REQUIRED FOR YOUR PROGRAM. YOUR PROGRAM HAS SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS YOU MUST SATISFY IN ORDER TO GRADUATE.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN LATE JUNE AND WILL STAY OPEN UNTIL SEPTEMBER. YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION OPENING DATE VIA YOUR LAKEHEAD EMAIL. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU REGISTER AS SOON AS REGISTRATION OPENS FOR OPTIMAL COURSE SELECTION! BEFORE STARTING YOUR COURSE SELECTION AND REGISTRATION, THE FOLLOWING STEPS ARE IMPORTANT TO REVIEW AND FOLLOW:
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REVIEW YOUR PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Before registering, it is important for you to review the Lakehead University Academic Calendar at calendar.lakeheadu.ca. The Academic Calendar contains information such as University, Faculty and Department regulations, program requirements and course descriptions, as well as course add and drop deadline dates. To view your program requirements: 1. Go to the Programs & Faculties section of the Academic Calendar. 2. Select your Faculty followed by Undergraduate Programs, depending upon what you have been admitted to. 3. Find your specific program within that department to get a detailed description of all courses you will need to take to complete your program. Keep in mind that you will need to refer to the Academic Calendar for the year that you begin your program.
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IT IS ALWAYS BEST TO PLAN YOUR SCHEDULE IN THE SAME ORDER AS OUTLINED IN THE ACADEMIC CALENDAR WHICH IS NORMALLY: 1. Required courses in your major 2. Required courses outside your major 3. Specified electives (these may be Special Categories, a specified subject or year level) 4. Open electives (these are courses which have the greatest flexibility of choice)
for your previous studies? IMPORTANT! IF YOU HAVE CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR TIMETABLE, SPEAK WITH YOUR PROGRAM ADVISOR OR STUDENT CENTRAL AS THERE MAY BE OPTIONS FOR YOU TO CONSIDER
SUBJECT
YEAR LEVEL OF COURSE
HALF OR FULL COURSE
0 is an unspecified level 1 is first year level 2 is second year level 3 is third year level 4 is fourth year level
HALF COURSE: Odd numbers are half credit courses (0.5 FCE) FULL COURSE Even numbers are full credit courses (1.0 FCE)
CHOOSE YOUR COURSES
UNDERSTANDING SECTION NAMES
GEOG - 1120 - YA COURSES ACROSS MULTIPLE CAMPUSES An “O” in the third character of the section code will indicate Orillia and a “B” in the third character of the section code will indicate Barrie (Georgian College).
ONLINE COURSES
There are also a number of courses that are offered online. For online courses, the “section” portion of the course code will also be three (3) letters, with the second letter being a “D.” For example, PSYC-1100-YDE would be an online version of the PSYC-1100 course. Similarly, there can be multiple sections of online courses, in which case, the third letter will denote the course section (e.g. MATH-0212-FDE and MATH-0212-FDG would be two online sections of MATH-0212).
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PRE-PLAN AND BUILD YOUR COURSE TIMETABLE
Once you've accepted your offer of admission, you can start to "pre-build" your timetable using Build My Pre-Registration in myInfo. This is a great tool that allows you to search by subject, year level, instructor, term, delivery method, day of the week, etc..
TOOLS TO BUILD YOUR TIMETABLE: LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC CALENDAR - review your program
requirements and ensure you are registering for the courses required to meet your program requirements for graduation.
“BUILD MY PRE-REGISTRATION” TOOL (MYINFO) - search the available course offerings, build your timetable and register for courses.
COURSE TIMETABLE (TIMETABLE.LAKEHEADU.CA) - an alternative way to search for courses by subject.
ACADEMIC SESSION F = Fall term course Y = Full year course W = Winter term course S = Spring course A = Summer course
SECTION DESIGNATION If there is more than one offering of a course each will be noted as a section A, B, C, D etc.
Tips for Building Your Timetable • Read each course description so you know what the course is about before you register. • Think about your academic goals and how the courses you choose align with those goals. • Don’t be afraid to try something new and discover new subject areas! • Schedule your program requirements before choosing electives. • Consider registering for courses with only one offering first. • Some courses have additional labs or tutorials. If so, you must choose one of the lab and/or tutorial sections for your timetable as well. These labs and/or tutorials must be registered for at the same time as their corresponding courses. • Take the same number of courses in the Fall term as in the Winter term. • Expect to devote 3 hours of self-directed learning time for every hour of class. • Consider other commitments such as work, family, etc. when designing your schedule. • Try to take all of your first-year requirements in first year, second-year requirements in second year, and so on. • Scheduling back-to-back classes is OK. You’ll have enough time to get from one class to the next. • Register for the entire academic year (September – April) and not just one term. Make your plan for the year. You can always review it again later.
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REGISTERING FOR COURSES
Once you have created your timetable, you can register for your courses online through your myInfo account. To do so, follow the steps below:
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First, log in to myInfo, select the “Student” tab, and under the “Course Registration” section, select the “Build My Pre-Registration” link.
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Next, choose your campus and select which term you are registering for, as well as what type of student you are (undergraduate or graduate).
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Once the “Search Courses” screen appears, enter the search criteria to find the specific course(s) and section(s) (along with any labs or tutorials you may be required to take) that you wish to take, and click “Search.”
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In the list that appears, find the specific course(s) that you plan to take, check the box next to the course, and click “Save for Later” at the bottom of the screen.
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Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have selected and saved all of the courses you wish to register for.
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Once all of your courses have been selected using the Pre-Registration Builder, click “Proceed to Course Registration” at the top of the page. Note: If you are a new student, you will need to review and accept the rights and responsibilities of the University before proceeding. You will also be asked to complete education and aboriginal self-declaration surveys.
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After being directed to the “Register and Drop Sections” screen, you will find your previously selected courses under the “Preferred Sections” heading. At this point, review the courses and sections one last time to ensure they are correct. Next, select "Register" from the drop-down menu in the "Action" column beside each individual course. If there are any courses listed that you are not going to register for, please make sure to select "Remove from List". Once you have selected an action for each course listed, click "Submit" at the bottom of the page. After submitting, you will be directed to the "Registration Results" page. It is important that you verify the course registration status and this screen will show you the updated status of each individual course registration attempt.
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REVIEW YOUR TIMETABLE After you have registered for your courses you can find your timetable under “View My Course Schedule/Timetable” in myInfo. You can make changes to your course registration at any time up until the last day to add or drop courses, as specified in the Academic Schedule of Dates. In particular, all important dates can be found in the Academic Calendar.
TIP! OPEN ELECTIVE COURSES MAY BE
CHOSEN FROM MOST SUBJECTS, AS LONG AS THE PREREQUISITES & COURSE RESTRICTIONS HAVE BEEN MET.
TALK WITH STUDENT CENTRAL We are here to help you along the way! Student Central is your one stop for everything related to registration. Whether you need assistance or want to check in to make sure you registered according to your program requirements, visit us in person at Student Central, or contact us: Thunder Bay UC 1002 P: 807-343-8500 E: studentcentral@lakeheadu.ca
Orillia Front Desk, Simcoe Hall P: 705-330-4008 x 2100 E: osa@lakeheadu.ca
Hours of Operation Mon., Wed. - Fri. 8:30am - 4:30pm Tues. 10:00am - 4:30pm
Hours of Operation Mon. - Fri. 8:30am - 4:30pm
SEPTEMBER
JOIN THE LAKEHEAD COMMUNITY
TOP 10 WAYS TO BECOME AN ACTIVE PART OF THE LAKEHEAD COMMUNITY 1.
Attend Orientation! This is a must for all new students at Lakehead! It is the best way to start your new adventure as a Thunderwolf. Learn all about being active in your new community.
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Pick up your blue and gold Lakehead gear at the Bookstore. A Lakehead hoodie is a great addition to your wardrobe.
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Join a club or academic association/society. Stop by the Lakehead University Student Union to see all of the different ways you can be involved or start a new club based on your own interests.
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Explore the various volunteer & leadership opportunities available – become a Tutor, join the Aboriginal Mentorship Program or participate in the EXCEL Leadership Program to build your leadership skills.
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Support your Thunderwolves. Head out to a basketball, volleyball or hockey game with friends to catch all the action while having some fun.
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Get involved with events, initiatives, and campaigns organized by the Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU).
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Work on campus. Academic departments and service areas offer you a great way to make additional money while contributing to your university. It’s also a great resume booster!
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Get involved with intramurals and campus recreation. Stay active, meet others and have fun with a variety of different sports.
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Get acquainted with the services offered through Health & Wellness and check out their events and activities.
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Living in residence? There are many ways to get involved. Consider becoming a House President (HP) or a Resident Assistant (RA).
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SEPTEMBER
YOUR FIRST SIX WEEKS
CHECKLIST
DURING YOUR FIRST SIX WEEKS AT LAKEHEAD, THERE IS A LOT TAKING PLACE AND YOU’RE BOUND TO HAVE SOME MIXED EMOTIONS OF EXCITEMENT, NERVES, UNCERTAINTY AND DRIVE. DON’T WORRY - THAT’S WHY WE’VE CREATED A CHECKLIST TO HELP YOU UNDERSTAND WHAT IS GOING ON AND WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE ON YOUR RADAR. TAKE A LOOK!
ACADEMIC Attend Orientation!
Attend Orientation!
Attend all classes - especially the first one!
Participate in the university transition activities throughout September & October.
Get the course syllabus, read it and understand objectives, grade calculations, assignments, readings & course materials. Know your professor’s office hours and location.
Attend specific events related to your program, demographic, and faculty.
Mark all assignments, deadlines, tests, exams, projects etc. in your calendar for every class. Try colour coding courses!
Attend Fall Harvest.
Attend an Academic Prep Session on Time Management, Textbook Reading or Note-Taking hosted by the Student Success Centre.
Attend the Student Services “Get To Know Us Fair.”
Visit the Library (and Academic Support Zone) for a tour, information and research help. Understand the term “Academic Dishonesty” and the consequences associated with it. Learn how to avoid plagiarism and seek writing support through the Academic Support Zone. Search for study spaces, introduce yourself to classmates and set up a study group. Know your important dates, such as, deadlines to add or drop courses and University study breaks. Find out if taking Co-op is an option for your program.
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EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Join a club, team, association or society that interests you. Take advantage of your Athletic memberships and visit the Athletic facilities. Talk to the SSC about ways to get involved and how to get experiences on your Co-Curricular Record. Learn about Homecoming Events.
FALL ORIENTATION 2019 AUGUST 29TH - 31ST
DON’T ! T U O S MIS
REGISTRATION OPENS
END OF JUNE #LAKEHEADADVENTURE NEWADVENTURE.LAKEHEADU.CA
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