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Services to help you succeed Services to Help You Succeed Academic Counselling See Program & Academic Counselling in the Academic Information section in this guide. Backpack 2 Briefcase See the Careers & Employment section in this guide. The Chaplains @ Western Phone: 519-661-2111 x85929 www.uwo.ca/chaplain Presently, there are five chaplains appointed to the University of Western Ontario from various Christian Traditions within the association. We are also able to provide immediate contacts for Muslim, and Jewish students. For those students who are not a part of any of these traditions, we work to provide them with access to spiritual leaders and resources within their own tradition. Equity and Human Rights Services Phone: 519-661-3334 Email: equity@uwo.ca; www.uwo.ca/equity Rooms 330-335, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building Western’s Commitment The University of Western Ontario affirms that every member of its community has the right to study and work in an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Discrimination and Harassment Equity & Human Rights Services implements the University’s policies on discrimination and harassment. We offer: • mediation and resolution of complaints • seminars and workshops • resources about equity & human rights issues Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (evenings and weekends by appointment) Food Support Service, USC www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=50 The USC Food Support Service is a completely anonymous food hamper distribution system. Food hampers can be requested through email and collected 24 hours a day. To obtain a food hamper, students can email usc.food.support@uwo.ca with a request. No identification or other information is required. Any special requests (such as baby food or dairy free items) can be made at this time. The student will receive an email from the USC Food Support Service coordinators within 48 hours with the location and combination of a locker within the UCC (if special requests are made, it may take up to a week to prepare a special hamper). Students may also obtain hampers in person at the University Student’s Council office (UCC Room 340) during business hours. Indigenous Services Phone: 519-661-4095 or 1-888-661-4095 Email: is.staff@uwo.ca www.sdc.uwo.ca/Indigenous Indigenous Services provides for “Indigenous Student Support Services” which includes: 1. Counselling Services, Admissions assistance, 2. Pre-University Enrichment (summer youth camps, track and field, co-ed basketball, tours, recruitment information), 3. Academic Preparatory and Transition Programs liaison services with Lambton College Pre-Degree Program, Mohawk Immersion Program, and Six Nations Polytechnic, 4. Undergraduate Student Enrichment (academic assistance and referrals, Access Transition Program, Bridging and Mature Student Support, Learning Resource Centre, Visiting Elders/Traditional Teachers), and 5. Professional Health Support (Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry Liaison Counsellor). International and Exchange Student Centre, SDC Phone: 519-661-3031 or 519-661-2111 ext. 85908 Email: iss@uwo.ca; Web: www.sdc.uwo.ca/int Room 2120, WSS; SDC’s International Exchange Program, 519-661-2111 ext. 85196 Email: exchange@uwo.ca; Web: www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/ exchange See the International Experience section in this guide. Learning Skills Services Phone: 519-661-2183 learning@uwo.ca www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning Whether you’re an undergraduate, graduate, or professional school student, Western’s Learning Skills counsellors can help you to be an even better student. • Learn new strategies in the Learning Help Centre • Consult with a learning specialist • Attend presentations on key learning topics • Receive helpful tips by email every two weeks • Use our online help for information on: Key Academic Skills; Improving Your Test Performance; Memory and Thinking Skills; Exams: Preparing for and Writing; Time Management Strategies • Print our Fall and Winter term calendars and a weekly planner to help organize your time at website above LGBTQ2 Support Phone: 591-661-3031 www.sdc.uwo.ca/psych/index.html?lgbt Psychological Services has several counsellors with expertise in the provision of services to LGBTQ2 students. We have experience in assisting students with coming out issues, family matters, isolation, dealing with queer phobia on campus, and many other concerns. We actively maintain links with Western’s Pride Network and stay informed regarding additional services and events of relevance to the LGBTQ2 community on campus. Lifelong Learning Commissioner Phone: 519-661-3574 Email: usc.lifelong.learning@uwo.ca www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=78 The University Students’ Council has appointed a Lifelong Learning Commissioner to enhance the quality of mature student life. The Commissioner may be reached through the USC at the above contact info. London Crisis Centres See Crisis Appointments and Response to Traumatic Events in the Important Contacts section in this guide. Mature Advising Phone: 519-661-3559 success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/mature-students Donna Moore, the Mature Student Advisor, Rebecca Smith, Academic Counsellor, and Rosemary Lewis, Administrative Assistant can be found in The Student Success Centre: Careers, Leadership and Experience. Donna and Rebecca can help you with all aspects of becoming a student—admissions, programs, services, etc. Enrolled at Western? Donna and Rebecca help part-time students choose courses and program directions. Rosemary has been helping students at Western for many years, and is a great resource! Ombudsperson Phone: 519-661-3573 www.uwo.ca/ombuds Room 3100B WSS Email: ombuds@uwo.ca The office of the Ombudsperson acts a liaison between the University and its Students. The Ombudsperson is a confidential, free and impartial office designed for dealing with academic concerns such as unfair grading, appealing accusations of academic dishonesty, as well as University recommended withdrawals and readmissions. Check out their website and FAQ section to see if the Ombudsperson can help with any problems you may encounter during the course of your degree. Peer Mentors Phone: 519-661-3898 www.lamp.uwo.ca The Leadership and Mentorship Program (LAMP) at Western is part of the University’s 46 STUDENT GUIDE 2011-2012
efforts to provide first-year students with a strong sense of both academic and community support. First-year students are guided through their transitional first year to university life by upper-year students in similar fields of academic interest and study. You will be connected with a supportive learning community to enhance your academic success. The benefits of the LAMP include the opportunity to build relationships and connections with people who share your academic and career interests, having an experienced student to answer questions and help you access the many resources on campus, and enjoying social interactions with people who share your interests. The transition to University can be challenging, but with the right motivation and encouragement, this transition is made easier. If you’re an inspired student looking not only to accomplish academic excellence, but also have a great time, then LAMP is the program for you. A program of The Student Success Centre. Psychological Services See Health and Wellness section. SAGE A Community for mature students Email: sage@uwo.ca success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/mature-students/sage/ SAGE offers you an opportunity to connect with other mature students on campus. We’ll host regular social events and sessions on topics of interest to mature students. Email: sage@ uwo.ca to be added to our mailing list. Services for Students with Disabilities Phone: 519-661-2147 Email: ssd@uwo.ca www.sdc.uwo.ca/ssd Services for Students with Disabilities plays an integral role in Western’s efforts to ensure that its courses, services, and environment are accessible for students who have disabilities. These disabilities include, but are not limited to, vision, hearing and mobility impairments, learning disabilities, chronic illnesses, chronic pain, and attention deficit disorders. Six Degrees Western’s premier social network for young professional alumni www.alumni.uwo.ca/getinvolved/sixdegrees Six Degrees of Separation is a theory that anyone on the planet is connected to any other person through a chain of six people. Through the Six Degrees exclusive event series, Western’s Alumni Association is creating new experiences and new connections for young professional alumni. Who are you connected to? Student Central See the Student Central section in this guide. Student Development Centre Phone: 519-661-3031 (main) 519-661-2147 (SSD) www.sdc.uwo.ca WSSB, 2nd Floor: Indigenous Services Resource Centre, International and Exchange Student Centre, Volunteers In Progress; 4th Floor: Psychological Services, Learning Skills Services, The Writing Support Centre, Services for Students with Disabilities. Western’s Student Development Centre is dedicated to the provision of professional and accessible services that help students achieve their personal, academic, and professional goals in a confidential and caring environment. The Student Development Centre offers a variety of academic and personal services to meet the needs of Western’s undergraduate and graduate students. Our services are free for current students & recent grads, and are administered by highly trained and experienced professionals who know what campus life is all about. Visiting scholars, post-doctoral researchers and families of faculty members can also access some of our services. Explore the Website, drop into the Centre, or give us a call to find out how we can help you. Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm (Fall & Winter terms) Monday to Friday 8:30am - 4:00pm (Intersession/Summer terms) The Student Success Centre Phone: 519-661-3559 success.uwo.ca The Student Success Centre is here to help with each step of your journey to a successful future. We understand that by coming to Western you have chosen to invest your time, money and energy to set yourself up for the best possible outcomes. There are a number of transitions to be navigated on the path to success, and we are here to support you. This means finding opportunities that build your skills, knowledge and experience for a meaningful and fulfilling life. We offer a number of services regarding career development, experiential learning, first year programs, leadership, scholar’s programs and mature students programs. Women’s Issues Network Phone: 519-661-2111 Ext. 82625 www.winuwo.ca The Women’s Issues Network is a USC service dedicated to recognizing, representing, and rectifying gender inequalities affecting UWO students. WIN is committed to providing a space free from racism, sexism, and homophobia as well as providing an educational resource centre on woman’s and gender issues. Writing Support Centre Phone: 519-661-3031 www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing Realize your potential as a writer. The WSC offers free comprehensive writing support to the entire Western Community: • One-on-one writing consultations • Weekly writing workshops • Drop-in Writing Centre (Weldon) • Summer Academic Writing Clinic • On-line writing help • GradWrite!: writing support tailored to meet grad students’ needs • Grad Lab: resource centre for grad students • Peer Tutoring Program: volunteering opportunities for developed writers Services to help you succeed STUDENT GUIDE 2011-2012 47
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