January 17, 2011

Graduating this spring? Apply by Feb. 1

Are you finishing your degree requirements this year? Be sure to apply to graduate by Tuesday, Feb. 1. All students need to apply for graduation, even if you do not plan on attending the ceremony.

You can apply to graduate through your online Student Centre. Click here for detailed steps.

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Spring/Summer Term courses now available

Get some vitamin D while studying for an A this spring and summer. You can advance your academic progress by registering for credit courses this May through August.

The timetable is now available for Spring and Summer Term courses. Plan your terms by checking out the public course schedule.

Registration begins on Monday, Feb. 14 for continuing U of C students and on Monday, Mar. 1 for Open Studies students.

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Fall 2010 deferred exams schedule available

If you are writing a deferred examination for Fall 2010, the schedule is now available at the Enrolment Services website.

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Help decide what's next for the University of Calgary

Student opinions and participation matter. That's why all students are encouraged to have their say by taking part in Project Next to help create a shared vision for the university that will take us to our 50th anniversary in 2016, and beyond.

You can help decide what's next by taking part in Project Next Workshops open to all members of the university community; visiting the yellow roving Project Next booth to find out more and share feedback; responding to the project's online Question of the Week; following Project Next on Facebook and Twitter, and using this form to send the project your thoughts.

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Nominate someone for the 2011 President's Award for Excellence in Student Leadership

Do you know an outstanding undergraduate or graduate student who will be convocating this year (in the spring or fall)? Consider nominating them for a President's Award for Excellence in Student Leadership. The President's Award recognizes graduating students who have combined excellent academic achievement with outstanding extracurricular contributions to the university.

Learn more and nominate someone today.

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It's your turn to have your say on the university's framework for teaching and learning

Last year, the Institutional Learning and Teaching Plan (ILTP) Task Force examined the existing teaching and learning situation at the University of Calgary and the research literature on learning and teaching in higher education. The ILTP Task Force is now looking for students to weigh in with comments and suggestions.

Consultative sessions have been scheduled to allow students join with faculty, staff and administration to have a discussion in person. The sessions are as follows:

Wednesday, Jan. 19, 12:00-1:30 p.m., Rozsa Centre, CIBC Hub Room
Thursday, Jan. 27, 12:00-12:50 p.m., Health Sciences Centre, G500

If you aren't able to attend these discussions, you can comment and provide insight at our website, where the discussion document can be found along with an on-line form for feedback.

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Project Engage: commitment to enhancing the student experience

In December 2009, the innovative Project Engage was launched to study the enhancement of student engagement in first-year arts and sciences courses. Until May 2012, two cohorts of faculty members, a total of 10 participants, are being supported in the evaluation and redesign of their courses, and then in the implementation and evaluation of their changed courses. Overall, there are about 2,055 students enrolled in the participating courses, and the enrolment per course ranges from 30 to 400.

Read more about Project Engage and what the university is doing to improve your student experience.

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Volunteer to be an Orientation Team Lead!

Are you a motivated and experienced upper-year student? Orientation Team Leaders play a vital role in assisting the Student Success Centre with the organization and implementation of Fall Orientation Week for new students. Take part in a dynamic volunteer opportunity while developing your leadership and team work skills.

We're looking for students to work over the summer to help plan and implement new student orientation. Apply today!

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Health Check 2011! Free check-ups for students

Friday, Jan. 21, Feb. 4, and Feb. 11
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Register by e-mail—space is limited to 45 students. Location provided upon registration.

Have a free, confidential health check-up! The Wellness Centre will screen you for height, weight, BMI and waist circumference, perform a cholesterol check with the Calgary Firefighters, read your blood pressure, and conduct a lifestyle questionnaire and calculate your calcium. A health professional will interpret your check-up results and provide recommendations, as well as information on resources available on campus and in the community.

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