Academic Calendar - Fisheries and Marine Institute - Memorial ...

ABC’S OF ON-CAMPUS SERVICES
• The processing of changes of address for students.
• The evaluation of deferred and supplementary examination
applications.
• The coordination and supervision of final examinations
including deferred and supplementary examinations.
• The receipt and coordination of challenge examination applications.
• The coordination of the review of, and response to, student
academic appeals.
• The coordination of the Institute’s response to reports of
academic misconduct.
• The coordination of enrollment for Transport Canada
certification training.
• The receipt, processing and reporting of end of term grades.
• The provision of official student transcripts.
• The receipt and evaluation of applications for graduation.
• The provision of student certificates and diplomas upon
verification of completion of program requirements.
The Office of the Registrar may be contacted for further
information on programs or any of the above services as follows:
Phone: (709) 778-0488 or 1-800-563-5799 (ext. 488)
Fax: (709) 778-0322
E-mail: admissions@mi.mun.ca
Web Site: www.mi.mun.ca
PARKING
Students who wish to park on campus must obtain a parking
permit. Parking permits will be sold during registration and
may be purchased after registration at the Cashier’s Office.
All students must complete an Application for Parking Permit
form which is available on line. Memorial University parking
regulations apply to the Institute and students are advised to
obtain a copy from Security or Marine and Technical Services.
Tickets are issued for traffic and parking violations and must be
paid at the Provincial Traffic Court.
RECREATION AND FITNESS
A large, well-equipped, modern gymnasium, exercise room,
weight room, change and shower rooms are available for physical
and recreational activity.
There is a wide variety of intramural activities for both students
and staff. These activities include softball, floor hockey,
basketball and volleyball.
Information about these activities is available from the the Health
and Wellness Coordinator.
SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS
The Marine Institute does offer support services for students with
special needs in accordance with Memorial University’s Policy
Accommodations for Students with Disabilities. Students should
discuss their needs with Student Affairs personnel prior to the
start of a term so services can be in place when the term starts.
Appropriate documentation is required in order to avail of support
services.
STUDENT AFFAIRS
Student Affairs offers services for students and prospective
students. Services offered include:
• Academic and personal support
• Career, student aid, and scholarship information
• Transition and engagement programming
• Advising and assisting Student Council and other student
groups on campus.
• Consulting with outside agencies regarding Institute programs.
• Advising individuals who may be interested in attending the
Institute.
STUDENT PLACEMENT
The main function of the Placement Office is coordinating student
work term employment in various programs offered by the Marine
Institute. As well, additional services are offered to students and
graduates through the Placement Office which include:
• Job Posting - Individual jobs are posted on a bulletin board.
• Resume Referral Service - Resumes of qualified candidates
are collected and forwarded to the employers.
• On Campus Recruitment - Office space and board rooms are
available to employers who wish to conduct interviews with
students on campus.
• Employment Programs - Information on student and employer
subsidy programs is available.
• Employer Database - A database of companies employing
Institute graduates/students is maintained.
• Employer Resource Files - An employer file containing
company information, annual reports, and applications for
employment is available.
• Resume File - An up-to-date file of student and graduate
resumes are made available to employers.
• Job Search Techniques - Students are assisted with cover
letters, interview techniques, and resume preparation.
• Program Promotion - Institute programs are promoted to
employers and graduate and work term placements are sought.
The following policies and procedures apply to the recreational
facility:
• Only non-marking shoes will be permitted on gym floor.
• Equipment must be returned to office when group is finished.
• Any abuse of facility or equipment will not be tolerated.
• Student I.D. must be presented in order to use facility
equipment.
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