Langara College Student Links 2009-2010
Creative & Applied Arts Health & Human Services Liberal Arts & Languages Management & Business Science & Technology Social & Cultural Studies
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Table of Contents Welcome to Langara College We hope your learning experience will be rewarding and enjoyable. Student Links, your guide to student and campus services, highlights many of the services and opportunities available to you. Visit www.langara.bc.ca for more details on services that will help make your time at Langara College a success. 3
Getting Started
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Student Services
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Rights & Responsibilities
Bookstore
Academic Help Centres
Academic Standing
Computer Access
Attendance
Definitions
Child Development Centre (Daycare)
Change of Name or Address
Co-operative Education
Counselling
Conduct
myLangara
New Student Orientation
Disability Services
Copyright
Financial Aid
Debts
Parent Orientation
Printing & Photocopying
Health Services
Fees
Final Examinations
Student Photo ID
Governance
Waitlisting
Instructional Media Services (IMS)
Langara College on Social Media
Library
Human Rights
Services for Aboriginal Students
Student Employment
Langara College Calendar, Registration Guide, and Course Schedule
Plagiarism
Policies
Religious Holidays
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Around Langara
Bike Routes
Parks and Attractions
Popular Bus Routes
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Campus Life
Alumni
Athletics and Intramurals
Clubs and Other Activities
Environment
International Education
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Campus Wayfinder
Building Features and Services
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Site and Parking Map
Langara Cares
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Campus Services
SOS (Support Our Students) Campaign
ATM
Shopping
Studio 58
Bike Racks
SkyTrain
What’s Happening?
Emergencies
SkyTrain Travel Time Grid
Food Services
Walkable Eats
Lockers
Lost and Found
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Vancouver City Map
Parking
Security
Transportation
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Academic Life
Academic Offerings
Continuing Studies
Diagnostic/Placement Tests
Distance Learning
Graduation
Prerequisites
Transfer Credit
Transcripts
Withdrawals
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Langara Students’ Union
Students’ Union
Health and Dental Plan
U-Pass Program
Getting Started Bookstore
Printing & Photocopying
604.323.5525 The Bookstore sells textbooks, courseware, stationery supplies, and many gift items. For hours of operation, a list of current texts for all courses, policies on returns, or textbook buy-back information, see the Bookstore website.
Langara College students receive e-mail accounts from the College. You can access your College e‑mail account through the myLangara portal. Check your e-mail account regularly.
Laser printers are located throughout the campus and require the use of copy cards that can be purchased in the Library or from a dispensing machine across from the cafeteria in ‘A’ Building.
myLangara
Coins cannot be used in the computer printers. Photocopies are 10¢ per page with a copy card or 15¢ per page when using coins.
Computer Access 604.323.5999 Information and Educational Technology Services (IETS) manages computer resources at Langara College. The IETS website contains detailed information regarding the following services and policies: • Accessing the web • Computer use policies • Computer labs • Lab schedules • Printing • Wireless internet access in the library All currently enrolled students are given computer accounts for use in the computer labs. Students are encouraged to seek help from lab aides, when available, or to report hardware, networking, and printing problems to the Service Desk at local 5999. A phone is located in every lab.
Definitions The British Columbia Council on Admissions and Transfer provides a glossary of academic and transfer terminology at www.bccat.ca.
The myLangara portal is a web‑based interface for information and services at the College. From myLangara, you will be able to register for courses and check your grades. You will also have access to your College e-mail, Blackboard courses, news and announcements, bulletin boards, personal calendar, group and course discussions, and other College resources.
New Student Orientation Orientation for new students is held each semester, shortly before classes begin. You are encouraged to attend this fun and educational event that is designed to prepare you for your post-secondary experience at Langara College. During orientation you will have the opportunity to meet other new students and learn how to be successful in your studies.
Student Photo ID 604.323.5309 Photo IDs are available from Instructional Media Services (IMS) in the southwest corner of ‘A’ Building. Check the IMS website for scheduled Photo ID sessions. Replacement cards are available for $10.
Waitlisting During registration you may put yourself on the waitlist for courses that are full or for course sections that may open if there is sufficient interest. If you ‘waitlist’ for a course and a seat becomes available, you will be given an offer to register in the course. For more information, please refer to the Registration Guide and Course Schedule, published each semester.
Parent Orientation Orientation for parents of new students is held before the start of each fall semester. As a new Langara College student, you are encouraged to send (or bring!) your parents to these fun and informative sessions where they will learn how to best support your postsecondary studies.
Langara College on Social Media Want the latest Langara news and events? Find us online at Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube! Just search “Langara College” on each of the sites to become a friend, fan, or subscriber.
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Campus Life Alumni
Environment
604.323.5948 The College Advancement Office develops the Alumni Program for students who have completed a minimum of 30 credits at Langara College. Alumni cards are available and provide access to a variety of services and benefits.
Langara College is an environmentally conscious campus with recycling, composting, and carpooling programs. The Student Environment Committee and the Langara Environment Committee are open to all students and employees.
Athletics and Intramurals 604.323.5421 Athletics and Intramurals have something for everyone! Whether you’re looking for a recreational activity or a more competitive intercollegiate experience, all students are invited to visit the Department of Langara Athletics and Intramurals in room G008 (Gymnasium Building). Intramural activities vary from semester to semester, and suggestions are always welcome. Students interested in trying out for a varsity team (Men’s and Women’s Badminton, Basketball, or Soccer) are encouraged to contact the department as soon as possible by calling 604.323.5682 or visiting www.langara.bc.ca/athletics.
Clubs and Other Activities There are a number of clubs that students can join. A list of clubs is available from the office of the Dean of Student Support Services. Students can volunteer on campus at various events, such as New Student Orientation and Welcome Day. There are various social events for students, including the free Langara Lecture Series, held at the Vancouver Public Library, in the fall and spring semesters and student performances at the Studio 58 Theatre.
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Recycling Langara College has an active recycling program. Recycling bins can be found in various locations throughout the campus. Proceeds from the recycling of bottles and tins go to student bursaries.
International Education 604.323.5023 The International Education (IE) Department (located in Room A107) serves Langara College’s international students by offering a variety of relevant, innovative, top-quality programs and support services. The IE office helps integrate international students into campus life. Visit the College website for more information about the many IE programs and services, such as Langara PLUS.
Langara Cares Langara Cares is part of a broad approach by the College to give back to the greater community. Student volunteers commit to working at least one hour per week for a minimum of three months at a recognized social service agency such as the YMCA, Boys and Girls Clubs, and St. Vincent’s Hospital. Benefits of public service include connecting with the community, gaining work experience, discovering the rewards of public service and receiving a Statement of Achievement that can be used as additional accreditation for University admissions. For more information, e-mail the Student Volunteer Coordinator at langaracares@langara.bc.ca.
SOS (Support our Students) Campaign 604.323.5674 Each year, the College family (students, employees, and alumni) participates in a SOS fund-raising campaign. Funds raised are used to provide student scholarships and bursaries.
Studio 58 604.323.5652 During the fall and spring semesters, four full-length plays, designed and directed by professionals in the Vancouver theatre community, are presented by the Theatre Arts students. All shows have free student preview performances. In addition, two free “Risky Nights” productions are presented. Reservations are recommended. See the Studio 58 website, www.studio58.ca, for information about current productions, ticket prices, and student discounts.
What’s Happening? Please check the events listing on the bulletin board in the north lobby of ‘A’ Building, visit the Langara College website, or log into the myLangara portal for a listing of social, athletic, and other events.
Academic Life Academic Offerings
Distance Learning
Transfer Credit
University Studies and Career Studies Students completing a specific program of studies can earn a certificate, diploma, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree.
As an alternative to on-campus courses, Langara College offers Online and Guided Independent Studies (GIS) courses. For information on current courses and how to register, refer to the online Registration Guide and Course Schedule. Contact the Counselling Department for advice on course planning.
604.323.5241 If you have studied at another recognized post-secondary institution, completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or passed an Advanced Placement Examination, you may be eligible for college credit. See the BC Transfer Guide website www.bctransferguide.ca or contact the Registrar’s Office for further information. Transfer credit is not automatically assigned; you must apply for it through the Registrar’s Office.
Programs are offered in Creative and Applied Arts; Health and Human Services; Liberal Arts and Languages; Management and Business; Science and Technology; and Social and Cultural Studies. Within these areas, Langara College offers a large selection of first- and second-year, university-transferable arts and science courses and programs and more than 30 career programs. Many of these career programs are transferable to university, and many offer practicums, internships, and co-operative education placements.
Continuing Studies 604.323.5322 Continuing Studies (CS) offers more than 700 courses and 40 certificate programs in Business, Creative Arts, Computer Technology, Holistic Health, Heath & Human Services, and Language Skills. Courses are designed to fit into busy schedules and enable individuals to successfully achieve their educational, professional, career, and personal goals. Check the CS website or pick up a CS Catalogue from the CS info desk, located in the north lobby of ‘A’ building.
Diagnostic/Placement Tests To meet the prerequisite requirements for some courses, you may be required to write a placement or diagnostic test. These tests are designed to assist in placing you in the appropriate course level and include: • Chemistry Diagnostic Test • Langara English Test (LET) • Math/Stats Diagnostic Test • Physics Diagnostic Test
Visit the Library website under “Using the Library” to learn more about distance library services. Blackboard, Langara’s online course software, is available through the myLangara portal.
Graduation You should apply for graduation at the Registrar’s Office during the semester in which you will complete your program requirements. To receive your credential at the annual graduation ceremony held each June, you must apply for graduation before March 15. Requests for exemption from a course or program requirement should be submitted to the Graduation Adjudication Committee through the Registrar’s Office well in advance of the deadline date for applications. (See also Policies). Students can compare the courses they have completed or are registered into with the graduation requirements of most of Langara College’s programs through the myLangara portal.
Prerequisites A prerequisite is a requirement that must be fulfilled before registration is permitted in some courses. Prerequisites may include placement tests and secondary or post-secondary courses. Prerequisite information is included with course descriptions in the Langara College Calendar and is included in each semester’s Registration Guide and Course Schedule.
Students wanting to transfer to another post-secondary institution should contact that institution for advice regarding transfer credits. For more information about transferring to BC institutions, visit the British Columbia Transfer Guide (www.bctransferguide.ca).
Transcripts 604.323.5241 Unofficial transcripts may be printed off the College website or obtained from the Registrar’s Office. If you want a transcript to be sent to another institution, you will require an official transcript, which you can order online or request from the Registrar’s Office. Fees are posted on the website. Please allow five working days for processing.
Withdrawals If you wish to discontinue a course after the first week of classes, you must officially withdraw from the course using myLangara. For information on withdrawing from courses and withdrawal deadline dates, refer to the Registration Guide and Course Schedule, published each semester.
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Student Services Academic Help Centres
• Resources include:
Biology Help Centre - A339 and A307 The Biology Help Centre is available to students enrolled in Biology. Visit the Biology website for details.
• One-on-one tutorials
Chemistry Help Centre - A269 The Chemistry Help Centre provides drop-in tutoring for students enrolled in Chemistry. Check the Chemistry website for details.
• Self-study
Computer Science and Information Systems (CSIS) Help Centre - A217 The CSIS Help Centre is available to students currently enrolled in Computing Science and/or Information Systems. Check the CSIS website for details. Math & Stats Activity Centre - C209 Located in Room C209 (2nd floor of the ‘C’ Building), this Centre provides drop-in tutoring for students. Help is available from both faculty and student peer tutors. Priority is given to students currently enrolled in Math or Stats courses at Langara College.
• Handouts prepared by faculty • Reference books • Computers • Small-group workshops on various topics
Child Development Centre (Daycare) 604.323.5535 Langara offers an inclusive daycare, serving approximately 60 children aged 18 months to five years, with some spaces designated for children with special needs. Priority is given to children of students and employees of Langara College.
Co-operative Education 604.323.5480 Co-operative Education programs enable students to integrate academic studies with related, practical work experience. Visit the Co-op website for details.
• Student Success Workshops to support academic skill development and learning. Topics include study skills, stress management, and career planning • Information on programs, courses, and college policies • Off campus referrals For more information, visit the Counselling Department website, drop by to see us in B111, or call 604.323.5221.
Disability Services 604.323.5509 Disability Services works with students with disabilities to arrange appropriate support services and accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Students with disabilities requesting assistance must have an intake appointment with Disability Services and provide the appropriate medical documentation according to published deadlines. Services may include:
Physics Help Centre (A350 or A352) The Physics Help Centre provides drop-in tutoring for students enrolled in Physics. Help Centre schedules will be announced in Physics classes and posted outside the Physics Lab. Writing Centre 604.323.5938 The Writing Centre is located in the ‘C’ Building. The Writing Centre can help you: • Improve your writing • Understand what academic readers expect • Develop confidence and overcome any fear of writing • Learn to apply structures that will clarify meaning
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Counselling 604.323.5221 The Counselling Department responds to student needs by supporting educational success and personal growth. Professionally trained counsellors provide a variety of confidential counselling services including personal, career, course planning, and crisis counselling. Additional services include: • Designated counsellors to assist international students, students with disabilities, and Aboriginal students • Self-serve Career Resource Centre with a collection of online and on-shelf college and university calendars, career literature, and information on labour market trends
• Facilitation of access to College courses, programs, and services for admissible students • Academic advising and/or referral • Work with students in determining and accessing academic accommodation • Adaptive computer lab • Assistance for eligible students with applications for Ministry of Advanced Education Special Programs For more information, visit the Disability Services website, drop-in at B139 or call 604.323.5509.
Financial Aid 604.323.5376 Financial Aid is available to reduce financial barriers to educational success.
Learn about student loans, bursaries, scholarships, and student employment on campus by visiting the Financial Aid website or dropping by Room B116.
Health Services 604.323.5256 Located in Room B101, Health Services is a medical clinic staffed by physicians, a nurse, and a medical office assistant. It provides a full range of confidential care, which includes cold-care packs, immunizations, Pap tests, screening for STDs, and affordable birth control. A psychologist and psychiatrist are available on a part-time basis. The clinic is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 - 4pm and closed between 1 - 2pm.
Instructional Media Services (IMS) 604.323.5309 IMS, located in Room A265, assists students with the production of materials for class presentations and assignments. Equipment such as VCRs, data video projectors, audio cassette players, and digital cameras can be signed out and used for in-class presentations. (See also Student Photo ID).
Library 604.323.5462 The Library is a great place to study, learn, and meet-up on campus. The brand-new environmentally sustainable building features 100+ computers, group study and presentation practice rooms, wireless Internet access, and bright open areas for reading, studying, eating, and relaxing. On the main floor, you can consult with the friendly reference staff for research help and checkout books, magazines/ journals, DVDs, and course reserve material.
In the Library Building, you will also find a Starbucks, a student study lounge, and multiple classrooms. If you are off campus, visit the library 24/7 via our website: www.langara.bc.ca/ library. You can do research for your essays and assignments online by: • Accessing thousands of magazines, journal articles, and e-books • Finding schedules for library research classes and online tutorials • Linking to e-mail and AskAway (online) chat reference help
Student Employment 604.323.5376 Student Work Assistance Program (SWAP) Students demonstrating financial need may apply to the Financial Aid office for work opportunities at Langara College. Many departments on campus hire students. To qualify, students must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents and must be enrolled in a minimum of nine credits (or a minimum of six credits where the student is permanently disabled and is registered with Langara College Disability Services).
Services for Aboriginal Students 604.323.5645 Services for Aboriginal Students are available from the manager of Aboriginal Services, located in B142. You can contact the manager at 604.323.5645 or aboriginal@langara.bc.ca. Services provided include College orientation, advocacy with band/tribal administration and sponsoring agencies, and information on community resources and College programs and services. The Aboriginal liaison counsellor, located in the Counselling Department, Room B111, provides educational, personal, and career counselling. You can make an appointment with the counsellor by calling 604.323.5221.
Although the program is open to all qualified students, returning students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0. Contact Financial Aid for further details. Student Employment Website Visit the Students tab in myLangara for information and resources that help students find employment. Learn how to write effective résumés, network for employment, and interview for success. You can also access job search engines such as the Langara workopolisCampus website, which lists summer employment, part-time jobs for students, and full-time positions after graduation.
The Dave Pearson Native Student Centre, the gathering space for Aboriginal students, is located in the Langara Students’ Union (LSU) Building. This space promotes opportunities for students to connect with friends, old and new. Students also have access to an organizing area as well as computer and printer stations.
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‘C’ Building
Library
Gymnasium
Daycare
Campus Wayfinder ‘A’ Building Features and Services: Anthropology Labs, Biology Help Centre, Biology Labs, Cafeteria, Chemistry Help Centre, Chemistry Labs, Classrooms, Computer Labs, Continuing Studies, Cooperative Education, CSIS Help Centre, Display+Design Labs, Employee Lounge, Faculty Offices, Fine Arts Labs, Geography Labs, Homestay, Information & Educational Technology Services, Information Kiosk, Instructional Media Services (IMS), International Education, Journalism Labs, Lecture Halls, Meeting Rooms, Newberry Hall, Nursing Labs, Photo-Imaging Labs, Physics Help Centre, Physics Labs, Publishing Labs, Security, Studio 58, Theatre Arts Labs, Tim Hortons.
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and Purchasing, Faculty Offices, Finance, Financial Aid, Health Services, Human Resources, Lockers, Meeting Rooms, Reception Office, Registrar’s Office, Services for Aboriginal Students, Student Accounts, U-Pass, Wireless Internet.
Gymnasium
‘C’ Building
Features and Services: Accounting Services, Bicycle Station, Binding and Faxing Services, Book Buyback, Dave Pearson Native Student Centre, Dukes Restaurant, Dissident Café, Jumper cables, Kitchenette, Langara Students’ Union Office (LSU), Lockers, LSU Health and Dental Plan, Ombudsperson, Student Lounge Space, Wireless Internet.
Features and Services: Advanced Education Media Acquisition Centre, BC College and Institute Library Services, Boardroom, Bookstore, Classrooms, College Board, Communications and Marketing, Computer labs, Education Technology Centre, Math/Stats Activity Centre, Meeting Rooms, Multi-Purpose Room, President’s Office, Vice President of Administration and Finance’s Office, Wireless Internet, Writing Centre.
‘B’ Building
Daycare
Features and Services: Building Services, Classrooms, Computer labs, Counselling, Deans of Instruction Offices, Disability Services, Division Chair Offices, Facilities
Features and Services: Outdoor playgrounds, Playrooms, Resource Room, Toddler and 3-5 year old programs.
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Features and Services: Changing Rooms, G103 and G109 Classrooms, Gymnasium, Lockers, Showers.
Langara Students’ Union Building
Library Features and Services: Classrooms, Computer Labs, Library, Media Rooms, Meeting Rooms, Private Group Study Areas, Starbucks, Study Spaces, Wireless Internet.
‘A’ Building ‘B’ Building
Langara Students’ Union Building
Site and Parking Map
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Campus Services ATM For your convenience, an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) is located opposite the Security Office in the main lobby of ‘A’ Building.
LSU A full locker rents for $8 per semester and a half locker rents for $6 per semester. An additional deposit fee of $8 is charged and will be refunded before the last day of final exams in each semester.
Security
Lockers can be rented from the Langara Students’ Union on the first day of classes for a small fee plus deposit. The lockers are limited in number and rent quickly on a first-come, first-served basis.
Langara College is concerned about the safety and security of everyone on campus. The Security Office is centrally located, adjacent to the Cafeteria.
604.323.5270 604.562.1011 (outside office hours) For internal emergencies, call 4444 from any inside phone.
Bike Racks Racks for bicycles are provided throughout the campus. Most are on the north side of the ‘A’ Building. Secured, covered bike parking is available on the first level of the underground parkade. Buy your magnetic access card at the Bookstore for $5.00 per semester. Contact Campus Security if you forget your bike lock.
Emergencies (Fire, Evacuation) LOCAL 4444 Please familiarize yourself with the evacuation routes posted in each classroom. “Panic buttons” are strategically located around the campus. A two-stage alarm is used: • Warning bells (slow beat - 20 rings/minute) - during which you must prepare to evacuate • Continuous ringing means you must leave the building immediately
Food Services A full-service student cafeteria and a Tim Hortons are located in the ‘A’ Building. A Starbucks can be found in the Library Building. Vending machines are located throughout the campus. Please be considerate of others and clean up after yourself.
Lockers Gym Gym lockers can be rented for a minimal fee on a semester-to-semester basis, and rental includes a towel service. Please see the Facility Assistant in the gym equipment room for details.
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Services provided include:
Lost and Found
• Responding to emergencies
604.323.5686 The Lost and Found is located at the Information Kiosk, main lobby of the ‘A’ Building, opposite Continuing Studies. Unclaimed items are held for only one semester.
• An evening safe-walk service
Parking Imperial Parking meter out-of-order automated number: 1.866.277.5501 User-pay parking is in effect on campus. The northeast parking lot (near ‘A’ Building) is reserved. The Library Building includes underground parking. Students with disabilities should contact Disability Services for special arrangements. Imperial Parking lots are open from 0600 to 2300 hours weekdays, 0700 to 1900 hours weekends. Vehicles without appropriate tickets and those remaining on-site after hours will be removed at the owner’s expense. See the brochure Langara College Transportation & Parking Information, available outside the Security Office and in the Library, or check the College website for more information.
• Publication of the Langara College Personal Safety Guide
Transportation Students are encouraged to use transit or to carpool, cycle, or walk to and from the campus. The College is situated in a residential neighbourhood, with a 5-block “Resident Only Parking” zone around the campus. Parking in this area will result in a City of Vancouver parking violation. The following are available to assist students: • Free parking for motorcycles and scooters • Bicycle racks, and secure, covered bicycle parking • Dedicated parking spots for carpools that qualify For more information on carpooling, please visit: • www.carpool.ca • Jack Bell RideShare at www.ride-share.com • Or call the Facilities/Purchasing Department, 604.323.5612
Langara Students’ Union Students’ Union 604.324.3881 All Langara College regular studies students are members of the Langara Students’ Union (LSU) and pay membership dues each semester. Each semester student elections are held for the LSU Executive Committee. A number of other committees are also open to students. The new LSU building opens in September 2009. Be sure to check out all the facilities and features that will be available for students.
Health and Dental Plan StudentCare 1.866.369.8796 In April 2005, the Langara student body voted in favour of adopting a mandatory
student health and dental plan. As a result, all full-time students are now automatically covered by the LSU Health and Dental Plan (i.e., students enrolled in nine or more credits). All fees for the LSU Health and Dental Plan must be paid to Langara College by the fee payment deadline or you may be de-registered from classes. For more information, including opt-out criteria, please contact StudentCare at 1.866.369.8796 or visit www.ihaveaplan.ca.
U-Pass Program 604.323.5775 In November 2007, Langara College students voted in favour of adopting the Vancity U-Pass Program. The U-Pass provides students with unlimited access
to TransLink Bus, SkyTrain, and SeaBus services throughout the Metro Vancouver area and discounts on the West Coast Express. The U-Pass Program is mandatory for ALL students who pay Students’ Union fees. U-Pass fees must be paid to Langara College by the fee payment deadline or you may be de-registered from classes. Exemptions will be granted to students who meet exemption requirements and submit the necessary documentation by the exemption deadline. For more information on the U-Pass Program, terms of use, and exemption requirements, please visit www.langara.bc.ca/upass or contact the U-Pass coordinator at upass_admin@langara.bc.ca.
The new Students’ Union Building features a variety of facilities and services for students. They include: • Women’s Centre • First Nations’ Centre • Bike Station • Global Centre • Ombudsperson As well access to book binding, fax/ photocopier, Internet, jumper cables, lockers, microwaves, and student planners.
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Rights & Responsibilities Academic Standing
Debts
Governance
It is our sincere wish that you be successful at Langara College. To maintain good academic standing, you must receive a minimum GPA of 1.5 each semester. If you obtain a semester GPA of less than 1.5 or receive more than two failing grades, you will be advised to contact the Counselling Department to discuss your educational concerns. For complete details, see the Langara College Academic Standing - Academic Probation and Academic Suspension Policy on the College website.
Unpaid debts to Langara College must be cleared before registration in a subsequent semester will be permitted and before you can obtain an official transcript or College credential. Debts that remain outstanding are forwarded to a collection agency.
Student representatives are elected to the Langara College Board and Education Council, and these elections run concurrently with the Langara Students’ Union (LSU) elections. For more information, contact the Registrar’s Office. Student representatives on Langara Council are appointed by the LSU.
Attendance You are expected to attend all classes, lectures, laboratories, workshops, practica, and seminars. Irregular attendance may result in your exclusion from classes. If absence is due to illness, you may be asked to submit a medical certificate.
Change of Name or Address Addresses and/or telephone numbers may be changed online. A change of name requires official documentation and must be done at the Registrar’s Office.
Conduct Langara College is committed to creating an environment that promotes scholarly activity. This is achieved by the creation of a community characterized by civility, diversity, free inquiry, and mutual respect. (See also Policies).
Copyright Langara College complies fully with copyright legislation. If you are not aware of copyright law, see the Library’s Copyright Guide, which is available on the Library website. (See also Plagiarism).
Fees Fees are subject to change. Refer to the College website for current fee information. Don’t Get Dropped All fees must be paid in full before the published semester deadline date. Failure to pay fees in full will result in the student being dropped from all courses. Please refer to the online Registration Guide and Course Schedule for further details. Fee deferrals are available to students who: • Have approved BC/Canada Student Loans in advance of the tuition fee due date • Are experiencing financial hardship • Have approved sponsorship funding Contact Financial Aid (604.323.5376) for details.
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604.323.5640 Langara College is committed to the principle that all members of the College community have the right to work and study in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. The College prohibits discrimination based on any of the criteria listed in the BC Human Rights Code. (See also Policies).
Langara College Calendar, Registration Guide, and Course Schedule As a Langara College student, it is your responsibility to be familiar with and abide by the policies and procedures in the Registration Guide and Course Schedule, the Langara College Calendar, and the Langara College policies on the College website. These resources will provide more information on:
Final Examinations
• Academic Standing
To receive course credit, you must write your scheduled final exams. Final exam schedules are posted:
• Academic Probation
• On the College website one month prior to the first day of exams • In the main lobby • Outside the Registrar’s Office in ‘B’ Building • Outside the Bookstore • On the main floor of the Library Building
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Human Rights
• Academic Suspension • Admissions • Bursaries and Scholarships • College and Student Responsibilities • Course descriptions and prerequisites • Fee Payment and Refunds • Grading and Records
-- Final Examinations -- Grades and Grade Points -- Academic Records and Official Transcripts • Human Rights and Harassment • Important Dates • Online Courses • Prior Learning, Flexible Assessment, and Recognition • Program Requirements • Registrar’s Office
person’s or source’s words, images, and/or ideas as if they were your own. (See also Policies).
Fees
Policies
• Computer and Computing System Use Instruction/Courses
As a Langara College student, it is your responsibility to be familiar with and abide by the policies and procedures in the Registration Guide and Course Schedule, the Langara College Calendar, and the Langara College policies on the College website.
• Registration • Student Identification Cards • Transfer Credit • Waitlisting • Withdrawals
Please pay special attention to the following policies:
• Registration Fee Payment and Refund Computing Services
• Concerns About Instruction • Appeal of Final Grade
Religious Holidays If you require special consideration for holy days, it is your responsibility to inform your instructor at least two weeks in advance in order for alternate arrangements to be made.
Conduct • Code of Academic Conduct (Cheating and Plagiarism)
Plagiarism
• Code of Conduct
Plagiarism is a serious breach of College policy. It is the intentional or unintentional presentation of another
• Human Rights
Langara’s Library Building is a state-ofthe-art learning environment. Students have access to: • A 3-storey library • Spacious classrooms • Four computer labs • A presentation room • Study areas and workstations • Group study rooms • Starbucks • An underground parkade • Wireless Internet
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Around Langara Bike Routes Ontario Street is a popular bike route stretching from False Creek South to Marine Drive and is a convenient and healthy way to get to class. Special cyclist-priority crosswalks and speed controlled intersections ensure a safe commute to Langara.
Parks and Attractions • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Bloedel Conservatory Central Park Gastown (Downtown Vancouver) John Hendry Park Kitsilano Beach Langara Golf Course Queen Elizabeth Park P.N.E./Playland Punjabi Market Riley Park Sunset Park Stanley Park Tisdall Park Van Dusen Botanical Gardens Winona Park
Popular Bus Routes #49 Metrotown Station/UBC #15 Cambie Street/Downtown #17 Oak Street/Downtown #3 Main Street/Downtown #41 Joyce Stn/UBC and #43 Express #99 Commercial Drive Stn/UBC B-Line
Shopping • Cambie Village (7th - 25th Ave.) • Davie Street (Downtown Vancouver) • Main Street (Broadway - 33rd Ave.)
• Metrotown Centre (South Burnaby) • Oakridge Mall (Cambie St. and 41st Ave.) • Robson Street (Downtown Vancouver) • South Granville (Between Granville and Burrard, 4th - 16th) • Marpole (Along Granville St. from 63rd - 72nd Ave.) • Yaletown (Downtown Vancouver) • 4th Ave (Kitsilano)
SkyTrain Canada Line Langara College is proud to be on the new Downtown Vancouver to Richmond Canada Line. The Canada Line makes the College even more accessible to students and conveniently connects the main campus to our satellite campuses. Main 49th Ave. Campus Langara - 49th Ave Station: Located on the intersection of Cambie St. and 49th Ave just a short walk or bike ride west of the main 49th Ave. campus. St. John Ambulance Satellite Campus Oakridge - 41st Ave Station Broadway Campus Broadway - City Hall Station Alderbridge Campus Aberdeen or Lansdowne Stations
Walkable Eats Cambie Street (From 33rd to 70th Ave.) Flamingo Chinese Restaurant, Fourseas Chinese Restaurant, Oakridge Mall Food
Court, Samurai Sushi, Seasons in the Park Restaurant, White Spot, Yuen Yuen Cafe Fraser Street (From 40th to 51st Ave.) Angel Cafe, Bhaia Sweets Shop & Restaurant, Bito’s Greek Restaurant, Camy’s Pizza, Chicago’s Deep Dish Pizza, Chilli Padi Restaurant, Church’s Chicken, Dairy Queen, Dhaliwal Restaurant & Bar, Golden House Seafood Restaurant, Ho Yuen Restaurant, Koon Bo Restaurant, Little Caesars Pizza, Madras Dosa House, McDonald’s, Original Tandoori & Chat House, Pita House Restaurant, Pizza Hut, Pho Hong Restaurant, Pinpin Restaurant, Samurai Sushi on Fraser, Subway, Tandoori King Restaurant Main Street (From 25th to 65th Ave.) All India Sweets & Restaurant, Au Petit Cafe, Bombay Sweets, Bon Cafe, Golden Harvest Seafood Restaurant, Himalaya Restaurant, The Locus, Long’s Noodle House, The Main Restaurant, Main Kebab Hut, Penny Lane Pub, The Reef, Tukasa Sushi Japanese Restaurant, Vancouver Veggi Pizza, Wo’s Chinese Restaurant Oak Street (From 41st to 49th Ave.) Domino’s Pizza, Kaplan’s Deli Restaurant and Bakery, Kosher Cuisine, Pho Hoa Restaurant, Subway Southeast Marine Drive (From Cambie St. to Main St.) Denny’s, McDonalds, Tukasa Sushi, Wendy’s, White Spot, Wo’s Chinese Restaurant
SkyTrain Travel Times
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Location
Address
Nearest Skytrain Station
Travel time to/from Waterfront Stn.
Travel time to/ from Richmond Brighouse Stn.
Main College Campus
100 West 49th Ave., Vancouver
Langara - 49th Ave. Station
13 mins.
12 mins.
St. John Ambulance Campus
6111 Cambie St., Vancouver
Langara - 49th Ave. or Oakridge/ 41st Ave Stations
13 mins.
12 mins.
Broadway Campus
601 West Broadway, Vancouver
Broadway - City Hall Station
5 mins.
20 mins.
Alderbridge Campus
4940 No. 3 Road, Richmond
Aberdeen or Lansdowne Stations
23 mins.
4 mins.
Student Links 2009-2010
Vancouver City Map To Lions Gate Bridge, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver ↑
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DOWNTOWN Strathcona Park
Commercial Dr.
Granville Island
Alma St.
4th Ave. Broadway Campus
To Burnaby, Coquitlam, and Simon Fraser University ↑
Commercial Drive/ Broadway Station
Broadway
12th Ave.
VANCOUVER Quilchena Park
John Hendry Park
Boundary Rd.
Trafalgar Park
Ontario St.
Clark Park
Dunbar St.
Queen Elizabeth Park VanDusen Botanical Garden
Legend
41st Ave. Oakridge Mall
St. John Ambulance Campus
49th Ave.
Bike Lane
Knight St.
Fraser St.
Main St.
Cambie St.
Oak St.
Central Park
Langara College Campus
Main Campus Granville St.
To Point Grey, Pacific Spirit Park, and University of British Columbia ↓
Kitsilano Beach
Nearest Canada Line Station Canada Line Expo Line Millenium Line
Fraser River
Popular Bus Route
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
RICHMOND
SeaBus Route Transfer Station Park Shopping and Food
Alderbridge Campus
Airport To Richmond and Ladner ↓ To Delta and Surrey
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Contacts Athletics and Intramurals
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Computer Access
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Instructional Media Services
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International Education
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LSU Health and Dental Plan Main College Switchboard
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Registrar’s Office
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Security
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Services for Aboriginal Students
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