MOUNT SAINT VINCENT UNIVERSITY
ORIENTATION 2014
ORIENTATION
2014
Welcome to Mount Saint Vincent University!
You may be starting your first year at the Mount but it doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience! We want to prepare you for your arrival so that you are able to enjoy all there is to experience during Orientation Week and beyond at Mount Saint Vincent University. We hope that the information in this update will excite you for September as well as prepare and help you get ahead of the game by knowing what you can take care of now before you arrive. So dive on in and begin exploring some of the big changes ahead and discover how to start your first year at the Mount RIGHT NOW!
Orientation Week, or Frosh Week as it’s sometimes called, is the perfect time to kick-start your year at Mount Saint Vincent University! Orientation Week is a great opportunity to start the transition from high school or college, or to prepare you for re-entering the school system after some time away. Orientation Week will help you become comfortable within your new community while meeting fellow students and professors. Orientation also provides you with key information about faculties, resources, buildings, The Mystics: our varsity sports teams, societies, annual events, extracurricular activities and the support you can get within the campus. And of course, have fun while doing it. During Orientation students make long lasting friends and memories that they carry throughout their university careers. We have many dedicated, outgoing student Orientation leaders who can answer all the questions that you have about the Mount, Halifax, or university life itself! So take a chance and EXPERIENCE ORIENTATION! Orientation events held in the past have included: Monte Carlo Nights Hypnotists Drum Clinics
Comedians Mentalists Karaoke
Concerts Society Fairs Glow Parties
Dance Parties Halifax Excursions Motivational Speakers
Wacky Olympics Barbeques Academic Fairs
Community Fairs Boat Cruises Inflatable Games
Orientation week is a week you do not want to miss, so stay in the loop and absolutely never be afraid to ask any questions! Paul Whyte President president@mountstudents.ca (902) 457 - 6434 Justin Corcoran Vice President Advocacy vpcomm@mountstudents.ca (902) 457 – 6153 Tyler Bechard Vice President Student Life vplife@mountstudents.ca (902) 457 - 6105
The Students’ Union provides students and community with a variety of services: Awareness Campaigns Food Pantry Crow ‘n Go Snack Bar Crows Nest Computer Lounge Fountain Playcentre Frost Fest Health & Dental Plan The HUB: Information Desk #LOVEISLOVE MO-Vember Orientation Random Acts of Lindness
Relay for Life Shinerama Societies Used Textbook Fair UTXT Text Messaging Service Vinnie’s Pub & Student Lounge Wellness Centre
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A Mount Orientation Kit is an all in one Orientation package for events, university gear and student specials. Each kit is only $60 (plus tax = $69) for an over $200 value. There are a limited number of kits available so order yours early! In each KIT you will find information about what the Mount has to Offer - Your Orientation Week All Access Bracelet - Coupons for freebies and discounts at local and campus businesses - Tickets to all Orientation events - Your official 2014 MSVU ORIENTATION T-shirt - University gear and paraphernalia (lanyards, water bottles, travel mugs ie.) For details or to PURCHASE ONLINE visit the ORIENTATION KIT WEBPAGE or contact us at (902) 457-6123 or vplife@mountstudents.ca
RESERVE YOUR 2014 ORIENTATION KIT An Orientation Kit is a SWAG BAG all in one package for events, university gear and student specials. Each Kit is $69 which includes tax. Cheque Payable to: MSVU Students’ Union, 166 Bedford Hwy. Rosaria Student Centre Halifax, Nova Scotia. B3M 2J6 Visa/Mastercard Online via PayPal, in person, by mail or by Phone (902) 457-6123 Debit On site at the Students’ Union offices. Room 118 Rosaria Student Centre.
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Hello MSVU Students! It’s Tyler Bechard, your VP Student Life on your MSVU Student’s Union for the 2014/2015 year. My role is to plan events during the university year as well as organize events for Orientation Week. I am extremely excited to meet all incoming students and we have a jam packed week planned for Orientation as well as some great events coming up throughout the year. How can you get involved? Well it’s easy! There are so many ways to get involved with Student Life such as becoming an Orientation Leader, volunteering to help out for any event or hosting your own event. Tyler Bechard Vice President Student Life (902) 457-6105 vplife@mountstudents.ca
The Mount Motivation & Spirit contest is a new contest specifically for incoming new Mount students! We want you to create and upload videos and photos showing us your motivation is for coming to the Mount and your Mount spirit! THE VIDEO Only 1 video entry per student is allowed. Your video should be no longer than 3 minutes in length. Things to include could be what you are most excited about, what program are you entering into or even what you have learned about student and campus life at the Mount that you’re most anticipating! SEE LAST YEARS WINNING ENTRY by Mount Student Brianna Northcutt There will be prize packs for the top 3 videos with the top video winning a new Ipad mini among other things. THE PHOTOS Send us your photos of you showing your Mount spirit and pride! For each photo sent you will be entered into a draw for some great prizes. Be creative and fun with your videos and photos but they should be clean! We want to see your excitement, enthusiasm and pride as new Mount students! Winners will be announced during the September Orientation Week! You must submit your video link or photo to Tyler Bechard, MSVUSU Vice President Student Life via email to vplife@mountstudents.ca by the deadline date of Monday, August 25th, 2014. *Please Note: Pictures and videos will become property of the MSVUSU and could be used in featured promotional campaigns.
AUGUST 31, 2014 5PM in the SUB (Rosaria) Multi-Purpose Room The Official Kick-Off to Orientation 2014
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YOU are cordially invited to attend a special Orientation 2014 dinner to officially kick-off the new academic year! Join your fellow students, our orientation leaders and university faculty and administration for one of our unique signature events that will help introduce you to your new home at the Mount. Make new friends and start the year off right with a “just like home” dinner! IMPORTANT If you are planning to attend orientation activities on Sunday, August 31st and want to reserve your seat at the New Student Welcome Dinner, please RSVP by email or text message to: Email: Students.Union@MSVU.CA Text: (902) 809-6788 (MSVU)
DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 All domestic Full-Time Undergrad Mount students are automatically included on the student benefits Health & Dental Plan. Those students who have alternate coverage and wish to remove themselves from the plan can do so. Opt-Out’s must be done online and before the Deadline of September 30, 2014 Opt-Out Online NOW at: www.mountstudents.ca Patti Hutchison Health & Dental Manager (902) 457-6532 patti.hutchison@msvu.ca
AUGUST 27 - 29, 2014 Orientation is a great way for you as a new international student to familiarize yourself with the Mount campus, Canadian culture, academic life and so much more. It's a three day event that is packed with activities, sightseeing tours and of course tons of fun events. Not only that, you’ll be able to meet new friends from around the world. Register now for the time of your life: New International Student Orientation 2014 Not only that, we will pick you up from the airport! You should plan to arrive on August 26, 2014 and we will meet you at the Halifax International Airport and take you to your new home on our Mount residence. Please register for Airport Pick-up here: Airport Pick-Up Registration For more information on New International Student Orientation or Airport Pick-Up, please email international@msvu.ca
ABORIGINAL STUDENT CENTRE The Aboriginal Student Centre, located in the lower level of 46 Melody dr., welcomes all students and is designed to provide space and services aimed at enhancing the student experience at the Mount. The Aboriginal Student Centre (ASC) supports students in an educational and culturally engaging space on the Mount campus. Opening its doors in February 2013, the ASC offers the opportunity for students to learn more about Aboriginal culture while giving them a place to study and hang out. The ASC staff also provides academic advising and counselling. The ASC offers study areas, computer workstations, a copier, a lounge with HDMI TV and a kitchenette with full fridge, microwave and FREE coffee. In addition the ASC is staffed by Art Stevens who is the Aboriginal Student Services Coordinator for MSVU. Hours of access: Monday 1:30-5:00pm and Tuesday through Friday 9:00am-4:00pm Please contact the ASC at 457-6228 for more information! ABORIGINAL STUDENT CENTRE ORIENTATION OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, August 31st – 12PM to 3PM
The Mount offers students a very wide range of university and Students’ Union services and resources to help make your transition to university and campus as stress-free as possible. The Office of Student Experience and the Students’ Union work closely together to ensure you have what you need for a successful year! University Services Include
Students’ Union Services Include
- Athletics & Recreation gymnasium, fitness room, varsity sports, intramurals, fitness and dance classes, recreation society - Counselling Services Cuddles with Oscar! The Mount Therapy Dog - Health Office on-campus doctors, massage and physio-therapy - Disability Services - Career Counselling Services - The Mount Co-Curricular Recognition Program (CCRP) - Spiritual Life Services - Study Skills Sessions - Writing Resource Centre - Tutor Service - Academic Advising - Volunteer Fair: Tuesday, September 30, 2014 11:00am - 2:00pm
- The HUB Printing and photocopy services, faxing services, event ticket sales, - Crow ‘N Go Snackbar Snacks, wraps, smoothies, bakery, drinks, apparel, convenience items, grab and go lunches - Health & Dental Plan - Vinnie’s Pub & Student Lounge Open Mic, Karaoke, Board Games, Live Music, DJ’s, Free Pool, Wing Nights, Comedy, Society Events, Pub Nights! - Fountain Playcentre Childcare services for Mount students when in class - Wellness Centre & Pantry Wellness resources, food pantry, condoms, lubricants, pregnancy tests - Student Clubs & Societies
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ORIENTATION 2014 SNEAK PEAK Mark your calendars! Save the date! Orientation 2014 at Mount Saint Vincent is fast approaching and we want you to be part of everything we have happening. This is just a small sneak peek at what we have planned for you coming in September. The following are Orientation highlights with much more to be added. RESIDENCE RUMBLE - MOVE IN Sunday, August 31st, 10am Key Pick-up in the Rosaria SUB Lobby
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT RECEPTION Sunday, August 31st – 2:00PM Rosaria SUB Board Room
NEW STUDENT WELCOME DINNER Sunday, August 31st, 5PM Rosaria SUB Multi-Purpose Room
NEW 2 U MOUNT ORIENTATION Monday, September 1st – 10AM Rosaria Multi-Purpose Room
ACADEMIC ORIENTATIONS Arts, Science & Professional Studies Tuesday, September 2nd – 1PM
GRADUATE STUDENTS ORIENTATION Tuesday, September 2nd – 6:30pm Seton Auditorium A
Arts: Seton 404/405, Science: Evaristus 409/410 Professional Studies: Seton Aud. B
OFF-CAMPUS & RESIDENCE STUDENT ORIENTATIONS Sunday, August 31st – 3:00PM Off-Campus Students: Vinnie’s Pub Residence Students: Rosaria Dining Hall MOUNT EXPO & ORIENTATION BBQ Monday, September 1st – 11:30AM Rosaria SUB Terrace MATURE/TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION Tuesday, September 2nd - 7PM Rosaria Room 401