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Table <strong>of</strong> Contents<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

Months at a Glance<br />

September 2010...................................................................... 5<br />

October 2010............................................................................ 7<br />

November 2010....................................................................... 9<br />

December 2010....................................................................... 11<br />

January 2011............................................................................. 13<br />

February 2011........................................................................... 15<br />

March 2011................................................................................ 17<br />

April 2011.................................................................................... 19<br />

May-June 2011......................................................................... 20<br />

July-August 2011...................................................................... 21<br />

Coupon Section................................................................................ 22<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Information...................................................................... 25<br />

Campus Events................................................................................ 27<br />

Careers & Employment................................................................... 28<br />

City <strong>of</strong> London................................................................................... 30<br />

Dining on Campus............................................................................ 31<br />

Environment & Sustainability: Green Initiatives ........................... 32<br />

Excellence and High Achievement................................................ 33<br />

Fees & Financial Aid......................................................................... 34<br />

Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Programs.......................................... 36<br />

Graduation......................................................................................... 37<br />

Health & Wellness............................................................................. 38<br />

Housing.............................................................................................. 39<br />

International Experience.................................................................. 40<br />

Leadership......................................................................................... 41<br />

Libraries & Computer Access........................................................ 42<br />

Media on Campus............................................................................ 42<br />

Parking................................................................................................ 43<br />

Safety and Security.......................................................................... 44<br />

Services to Help You Succeed....................................................... 46<br />

Scholarships & Awards.................................................................... 52<br />

Shops & Services.............................................................................. 48<br />

Sports & Recreation......................................................................... 50<br />

Student Central................................................................................. 53<br />

Transportation & Travel.................................................................... 58<br />

Volunteer & Clubs Information........................................................ 59<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Buildings............................................................................. 62<br />

Get Experience at <strong>Western</strong>!........................................................... 63<br />

Affiliated <strong>University</strong> Colleges<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College...................................................... 64<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College........................................................ 66<br />

King’s <strong>University</strong> College......................................................... 68<br />

Map <strong>of</strong> Campus................................................................................ 70<br />

Important Contacts.......................................................................... 71<br />

Index................................................................................................... 72<br />

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Registration Guidelines<br />

Labour Day holiday is Monday, September 6, 2010.<br />

For 2010 ONLY, classes start on Monday, September 13<br />

Visit the Student Central section in this guide for more<br />

registration information.<br />

Make sure you add a full course, a first-term half course, a<br />

first-term half course, a first-term first quarter course (Q-Kin), a firstterm<br />

full course or a full year half course, on campus or Distance<br />

Studies, by September 21.<br />

Web registration ends for Fall/Winter term on September 18.<br />

Paper add/drop for Fall/Winter term is September 20-21.<br />

To avoid lineups, make your add/drop changes online<br />

by September 18.<br />

Make sure you drop any courses you need to prior to<br />

the deadline(s). See www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca or check the<br />

calendar pages in this guide.<br />

October 15<br />

Nov 30<br />

January 3<br />

Jan 4-8<br />

last day to drop a first-term half course or<br />

a first-term full course (Fall/Winter term)<br />

without academic penalty.<br />

last day to drop a full course and full-year<br />

half course (on-campus and distance studies)<br />

without academic penalty.<br />

Classes Resume<br />

online add/drop for January.<br />

Instructions on how to register online for courses<br />

student.uwo.ca<br />

1. Log in to Student Center: student.uwo.ca<br />

2. Check your course registration start time under<br />

‘Enrollment Dates’ on the right hand menu<br />

3. Click on ‘Add a class’ (add classes)<br />

4. Enter the class number or use ‘search for<br />

a class’ to find a class by subject and/or<br />

catalogue number<br />

5. Select the appropriate class and lab/tutorial<br />

components if necessary<br />

6. Select ‘Next’ to add class to Enrollment<br />

Shopping Cart<br />

7. Click on ‘Proceed to Step 2 <strong>of</strong> 3’ to confirm<br />

8. Click on ‘Finish Enrolling’<br />

8. Review the results<br />

9. Select ‘My Class Schedule’ to view course(s)<br />

Your class schedule is also available at<br />

studentservices.uwo.ca<br />

Summer Activation<br />

For Summer sessions, students must term<br />

activate prior to registering for classes.<br />

When?<br />

Late February — Mid July<br />

How?<br />

Log on to studentservices.uwo.ca to declare your intention to<br />

enroll in summer classes by clicking on ‘Summer Activation’<br />

at least 72 hours prior to registering for the course.<br />

Registration Guidelines<br />

Jan 10-11<br />

Jan 11<br />

paper add/drop for January.<br />

last day to add a second-term half course, or<br />

second-term full course.<br />

Password Reset<br />

Phone: 519-661-3300<br />

http://www.uwo.ca/its/identity/resetpw.html<br />

For in-person inquiries, visit ITS, Support Services Building.<br />

February 15 last day to drop a second-term half course, or<br />

a second-term full course without academic<br />

penalty.<br />

March 8<br />

first day for web registration for Summer<br />

Evening and spring/summer Distance Studies.<br />

Access Code (PIN) Retrieval<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

https://studentservices.uwo.ca/secure/PIN/choosePIN.cfm<br />

For in-person inquiries, visit Student Central.<br />

March 10<br />

March 15<br />

first day for web registration for Intersession.<br />

first day for web registration for Summer Day<br />

For more add/drop deadlines, visit www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

‘sessional dates’ or see the calendar pages in this guide.<br />

Your Appointment Registration Dates, see page 53.<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

3


hospitality services at western


Move into Residence<br />

Campus Rec:<br />

Intramural Sports Begin!<br />

Move into Residence<br />

What to do in September<br />

1 2 3 4<br />

5 6 7 8 9 10 11<br />

MOVE INTO RESIDENCE<br />

Photo ID (<strong>Western</strong> Onecard) Clinic<br />

at Student Central<br />

12 13 14 15 16 17 18<br />

Last day to add a full course,<br />

19 20 21 22 Backpack 2 Briefcase event 23 24 25<br />

26 27 28 29 30<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Make sure you ADD any courses you<br />

want to take by the deadline(s). Online<br />

add/drop ends: September 18. Paper<br />

add/drop is: September 20-21. See<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

To avoid lineups, make your Add/Drop<br />

changes online by Sept. 18.<br />

If you are taking a full course load, add all<br />

your second term courses now so that you<br />

can be considered for scholarships.<br />

Make sure you DROP any courses you<br />

need to prior to the deadline(s). See<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Make sure you have a <strong>Western</strong> ONECard.<br />

If you do not have one yet, you can get one<br />

at Student Central, in the <strong>Western</strong> Student<br />

Services Building.<br />

To pick-up your Bus Pass in the UCC you<br />

will need to be registered as a full-time<br />

student, paid a minimum <strong>of</strong> your first<br />

installment <strong>of</strong> fees, and show your <strong>Western</strong><br />

ONECard. Any questions, visit www.usc.<br />

uwo.ca/buspass<br />

Lost your Bus Pass or Student ID<br />

card? Visit the Campus Police Station (SLB),<br />

Student Central (WSS) or the InfoSource in the<br />

UCC. If you need to replace your card(s), there<br />

is more information in the Student Central and<br />

Transportation and Travel sections in this guide.<br />

September 2010<br />

Labour Day (<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

Fall/Winter Term classes begin<br />

Employer Information Sessions: Deloitte,<br />

5:30-7, carreercentral.uwo.ca<br />

SDC Presentation: Successful Time<br />

Management, 1:30-2:30pm (UCC 147A)<br />

Campus Rec: Member Registration Begins<br />

USC Elections - Nominations open - Pick<br />

up your application in the USC Office SDC Presentation: Optimize Lecture<br />

(Room 340 UCC) or at www.voteusc.ca Learning, 3:30-4:30pm (UCC 147A)<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiple-choice<br />

Tests, 1:30-2:30pm (UCC 147A)<br />

Employer Information Sessions: Bank <strong>of</strong><br />

Canada, 5:30-7, carreercentral.uwo.ca<br />

Deadline to opt-out <strong>of</strong><br />

USC Health Plan<br />

USC Elections – Nominations close<br />

at 4pm<br />

SDC Presentation: Reading Strategies<br />

for International Students, 11:30am-<br />

12:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

a first-term half course, a<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Mustangs Football Home<br />

Opener, 7 p.m., TD Waterhouse<br />

Stadium<br />

Bus Pass Pick-up begins (UCC)<br />

UCC – <strong>University</strong> Community Centre Great Hall is in SH – Somerville House SEB – Spencer Engineering Building<br />

WSC – <strong>Western</strong> Science Centre NCB – North Campus Building WSS – <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building<br />

USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council WSRC – <strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre<br />

Make sure your Tuition is paid. Tuition was<br />

due in August. To view your online statement<br />

<strong>of</strong> account, visit student.uwo.ca. If you paid<br />

through online banking, payments can take up<br />

to 10 business days to be received by <strong>Western</strong>.<br />

OSAP: Fall pick-up, and submitting <strong>of</strong> confirmation<br />

<strong>of</strong> enrollment document at the Great<br />

Hall. After Sept. 17, it will be available at the<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building. A SIN<br />

card and valid government-issued photo ID<br />

are required for pick-up. Check out the Fees<br />

& Financial Aid section in this guide for more<br />

information, or visit www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

Emergency Financial Aid Appointments<br />

Counsellors will be available in the Great<br />

Hall from September 7-17. There are no<br />

regularly scheduled appointments.<br />

Password and Access Code (PIN) help –<br />

see the Student Central section in this guide.<br />

Need to get a Transcript? You can order<br />

them online at studentservices.uwo.ca; If<br />

you need a same-day transcript, you can<br />

order them in-person at Student Central<br />

(with photo ID). Please be advised that for<br />

the month <strong>of</strong> September there will be longer<br />

than normal wait times.<br />

Need a Statement Letter? Visit Student<br />

Central for information. More details are also<br />

available in the Student Central section in this<br />

guide.<br />

Orientation Week<br />

OSAP Loan Release (pick-up): Great Hall<br />

OSAP Loan Release (pick-up):<br />

Great Hall<br />

Last day to receive applications<br />

for graduation at Autumn<br />

Convocation<br />

OSAP Loan Release (pick-up): Great Hall<br />

Deadline to apply for relief against<br />

a final grade in a Summer Day<br />

course<br />

Employer Information Sessions:<br />

PricewaterhouseCoopers:,5-7, IBM:<br />

6:30-8,carreercentral.uwo.ca<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiple-choice<br />

Tests, 3:30-4:30pm (SEB 2200)<br />

first-term first quarter (Q) course (Kin), a<br />

first-term full course, or a full-year half<br />

Employer Information Sessions: Suncor:<br />

course on campus and Distance Studies<br />

12:30-2, BDO: 5:30-7, carreercentral.<br />

uwo.ca<br />

Last day for late registration<br />

Clubs Week (UCC)<br />

PAPER ADD/DROP Period<br />

SDC Presentation: Effective Textbook<br />

Strategies, 10:30-11:30am (UCC 147A)<br />

Annotated Biibliographies *<br />

Problem Solving in Math and Science,<br />

Campus Rec: Intramural League<br />

11:30am-12:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

Registration Closes<br />

uwo.ca<br />

Overcoming Writer’s Block * Campus Rec Sports Clubs Week Writing a Thesis Statement *<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

Imperial Oil: 5:30-7, careercentral.uwo.ca Employer Information Sessions: Golder<br />

Writing in the Sciences *<br />

Associates 12:30-2; Insurance Institute<br />

Last day for students on exchange or a <strong>of</strong> Canada 12:30-2; <strong>Ontario</strong> Power<br />

letter <strong>of</strong> permission to submit transcripts Generation 5:30-7,carreercentral.uwo.ca<br />

for graduation at Autumn Convocation Grammar Primer *<br />

IMAGINUS POSTER SALE (UCC)<br />

vv Board <strong>of</strong> Governors Meeting<br />

SDC Presentation: Essay Exam<br />

Essentials,10:30-11:30am (WSS 3134)<br />

USC Elections – Campaigning begins!<br />

Writing with Clarity *<br />

Last day to withdraw application for<br />

graduation at Autumn Convocation.<br />

SDC Presentation: Successful Time<br />

Management, 12:30-1:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

SDC Presentation: Strategies for Psychology<br />

1000, 5:30-6:30pm (SEB 1059)<br />

Employer Information Sessions: Ernst &<br />

Young: 12:30-2; London Life: 6:30-8,<br />

carreercentral.uwo.ca<br />

SDC Presentation: Maximize Your Memory,<br />

10:30-11:30am (UCC 147A)<br />

SDC Presentation: Succeeding at a<br />

Canadian <strong>University</strong> for International<br />

Students, 5:30-7:00pm (WSS 3134)<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing for Multiplechoice<br />

Tests, 3:30-4:30pm (UCC 147A)<br />

Employer Information Sessions: Manulife:<br />

5:30-7; Sobermans: 6-8, carreercentral.<br />

Students can avoid the deferment fee if<br />

full tuition is paid by this date<br />

SDC Presentation: Maximize Your<br />

Memory, 3:30-4:30pm (UCC 147A)<br />

Career Fair 11am-4pm at the WSRC<br />

Call 519-661-2147 to make an appointment<br />

with Services for Students with<br />

Disabilities for assistance with accomodated<br />

exams and more.<br />

Need a part-time job?<br />

Check out the Careers and Employment<br />

section in this guide.<br />

Hospitality Services meal plans. Put<br />

money on your <strong>Western</strong> OneCard meal plan,<br />

and save up to 18% on all your on-campus<br />

food purchases, as well as use it at multiple<br />

<strong>of</strong>f-campus locations. To add money to your<br />

card, visit The Campus Meal Plan Office<br />

(Room 185A, UCC), or top up your existing<br />

meal plan online at www.has.uwo.ca/<br />

hospitality/mealplan/online_topup.htm<br />

Campus Recreation is free for all under<strong>graduate</strong><br />

and full-time <strong>graduate</strong> students.<br />

Visit our new location in the <strong>Western</strong> Athletic<br />

Centre. We have a pool, gyms, fitness<br />

classes, and more — a great way to stay<br />

active! www.campusrec.uwo.ca<br />

Need to make a medical appointment?<br />

No need to go <strong>of</strong>f-campus. Student Health<br />

Services, located in the basement <strong>of</strong> the<br />

UCC is available to all <strong>Western</strong> students,<br />

www.shs.uwo.ca<br />

Need to make a Psychological Services<br />

appointment? Visit www.sdc.uwo.ca<br />

International Student Orientation<br />

Day 9-4:30, WSS 2130<br />

Last day to drop a first-term firstquarter<br />

(Q) course without academic<br />

penalty (Kin)<br />

vv Senate Meeting<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Mustangs Football Home<br />

Game 1 p.m., TD Waterhouse<br />

Stadium<br />

Shinerama Day<br />

International Student Welcome<br />

Reception 4:30 – 6:30pm,<br />

Conron Hall<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing for<br />

Multiple-choice Tests, 11:30am-12:30pm Extended web registration ends<br />

(UCC 146)<br />

at midnight.<br />

Homecoming September 30-October 4<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Serves<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

Attend seminars on proven strategies to<br />

improve your Writing, visit<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca<br />

Connect with Indigenous Students. Visit<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca<br />

International Students visit www.sdc.<br />

uwo.ca/int/ for program information<br />

Paid your fees and want to pick up your<br />

UHIP card? You will be sent an email to your<br />

uwo email account when your card is ready.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Mustangs Information. For<br />

tickets to the first regular season football<br />

games on Wednesday, September 1, or<br />

Saturday, September 11, visit www.westernmustangs.ca<br />

Clubs Week, September 20-24 in the UCC<br />

(<strong>University</strong> Community Centre). Want to meet<br />

new people and try new things? Come out<br />

and join!<br />

Attend <strong>Western</strong> Serves, a one-day<br />

volunteer experience in the London<br />

community. Check out westernserves.uwo.<br />

ca<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

55<br />

september<br />

month 2010<br />

2010


campus computerstore at western the bookstore at western uwo books plus at western graphic services<br />

<br />

25% <strong>of</strong>f bestsellers everyday!<br />

Show your<br />

school spirit!<br />

Get t-shirts,<br />

sweatshirts,<br />

accessories,<br />

giftware and<br />

lots more!<br />

519-661-4014 • Graphic Services Building<br />

www.uwo.ca/graphicservices<br />

Get your personal textbook list at<br />

www.bookstore.uwo.ca<br />

Educational prices on<br />

laptops and desktops at<br />

The Campus Computer Store.<br />

519-661-4091 • 1153 <strong>Western</strong> Road<br />

www.bookstore.uwo.ca<br />

AD Page<br />

page 6<br />

Buy used<br />

textbooks<br />

for 25% less<br />

than new<br />

textbooks.<br />

519-661-3520 • <strong>University</strong> Community Centre<br />

www.bookstore.uwo.ca<br />

USB drives and<br />

external hard drives<br />

for people on the go!<br />

Not exactly as shown.<br />

Buy a prefilled copy card and<br />

save on the price <strong>of</strong> photocopies.<br />

The Book Store at <strong>Western</strong> is on facebook<br />

Like Us for exclusive contests, inside news and much more!<br />

iPods $89.99 and up.<br />

519-661-3520 • <strong>University</strong> Community Centre<br />

www.computerstore.uwo.ca


October 2010<br />

1 2<br />

3 4 5 6 7 8 9<br />

Weldon Drop-In WRITING HELP opens<br />

today. See information below for hours. Writing in the Social Sciences *<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiple-choice SDC Presentation: Effective Textbook<br />

Tests, 3:30-4:30pm (WSS 3134) Strategies, 12:30-1:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

10 11 12 13 14 Deadline to apply for relief 15 16<br />

Thanksgiving<br />

(<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

Writing in the Arts and Humanities<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiplechoice<br />

Tests, 5:30-6:30pm (SH 3345)<br />

VOLUNTEER WeeK<br />

Punctuation Primer *<br />

SDC Presentation: Strategies for<br />

Psychology 1000, 12:30-1:30pm<br />

(UCC 146)<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing for Multiplechoice<br />

Tests, 5:30-6:30pm (SEB 1059)<br />

PRIDE WeeK<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

Writing a Book Review *<br />

USC Elections – VOTE today!<br />

www.voteusc.ca<br />

Writing a Thesis Statement *<br />

SDC Presentation: Classroom<br />

Learning Strategies for International<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong>s, 3:30-4:30pm (WSS<br />

3134)<br />

SDC Presentation: Optimize Lecture<br />

Learning, 1:30-2:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

Writing Essay Exams, 12:30-1:30,<br />

WSS 3134<br />

First day for Student Services<br />

photo contest: www.<br />

westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Free USC Pancake Breakfast<br />

Six Degrees Homecoming event<br />

against a final grade in a Spring/<br />

Summer Distance Studies course.<br />

Last day to drop a first-term 0.5<br />

course or a first-term 1.0 course<br />

(2010-11 F/W Term) without<br />

academic penalty.<br />

Last day to receive admission<br />

applications: Medicine for 2011<br />

vv Senate Meeting<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Homecoming and Parade<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Mustangs Homecoming<br />

Football Game 1p.m., TD<br />

Waterhouse Stadium<br />

17 18 19 20 21 22 23<br />

October 2010<br />

ENVIROWeeK<br />

31<br />

Halloween<br />

Deadline to apply for the Alternative<br />

Spring Break program for Student Team<br />

Leaders, www.asb.uwo.ca<br />

SDC Presentation: Making Effective<br />

Presentations, 11:30am-12:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

24 25 26 27 28 29 30<br />

Deadline to apply for the Alternative<br />

Spring Break program for Student<br />

Participants, www.asb.uwo.ca<br />

First day <strong>of</strong> first-term secondquarter<br />

(R) course (Kin).<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing for<br />

Multiple-choice Tests, 11:30am-12:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

Writing with Clarity *<br />

Punctuation Primer *<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiple-choice<br />

Tests, 12:30-1:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

Referencing your Paper *<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing for<br />

Multiple-choice Tests, 12:30-1:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

Annotated Bibliographies *<br />

Autumn Convocation<br />

Reception in Great Hall following<br />

ceremony<br />

Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

School Fair, 11-3 WSRC<br />

SDC Presentation: Successful Time<br />

Management, 12:30-1:30pm (WSS<br />

3134)<br />

Concise Writing, 12:30-1:30, WSS 3134<br />

UCC – <strong>University</strong> Community Centre MC – Middlesex College SH – Somerville House<br />

USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council WSS – <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building WSRC – <strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre<br />

What to do in October<br />

<strong>Western</strong> has over<br />

260,000 Alumni<br />

around the world.<br />

Writing in Nursing and Health<br />

Sciences *<br />

Join in <strong>Western</strong> Homecoming events<br />

September 30-October 4. Come out and enjoy<br />

the Homecoming Parade and football game on<br />

October 2. For more information visit<br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

Why not study for Mid-term exams in one <strong>of</strong><br />

the many libraries on campus? Library hours<br />

do not extend for mid-terms, but will be open<br />

normal operating hours.<br />

Staying on campus for the Thanksgiving<br />

Holiday? The UCC will be closed on Monday,<br />

October 11, but will resume operating 24<br />

hours the following day.<br />

Come celebrate Pride Week with the USC<br />

on October 11-15 and take advantage<br />

<strong>of</strong> information, resources, and social<br />

programming in the UCC.<br />

Care about environmental sustainability?<br />

EnviroWeek is the annual student-organized<br />

environmental awareness campaign hosted<br />

by Enviro<strong>Western</strong> and the USC. This year it<br />

will take place on October 18-22.<br />

Volunteer Week, October 4-8. See the<br />

Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide.<br />

Autumn Convocation<br />

Reception in Great Hall following<br />

ceremony<br />

Last date to add a first-term<br />

second quarter course (Kin).<br />

Last day to apply to private<br />

Need-Based Awards (except<br />

engineering).<br />

Last day for Student Services photo<br />

contest: www.westerncalendar.<br />

uwo.ca<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

Many scholarships <strong>of</strong>fered by <strong>Western</strong><br />

have deadlines at the end <strong>of</strong> October and<br />

contain an essay component that requires<br />

some time to compose. Check out a full list<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>fered scholarships at www.registrar.<br />

uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

scholarships-awards/ and get started early.<br />

If you are graduating in the Autumn<br />

Convocation, make sure you have everything<br />

you need.Visit www.convocation.uwo.ca.<br />

Remember, the last day to DROP a first<br />

term half course is October 15. For more<br />

information, see the Student Central section<br />

in this guide.<br />

Vote in USC Elections on October 13 and 14!<br />

Weldon Drop-In Writing Help opens on Oct.<br />

4 in Room 102A in Quotes Cafe. Mon-Thurs<br />

2-4/5-7; Sat 12-3. It runs until Apr. 22, 2011.<br />

Interested in volunteering locally or<br />

abroad during Reading Week in February?<br />

Applications for the Alternative Spring<br />

Break program are due October 18 or 25,<br />

and can be submitted online at<br />

www.asb.uwo.ca.<br />

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Last day to receive <strong>of</strong>ficial transcripts for<br />

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during the academic year 2009-10 and the<br />

Spring/Summer Terms <strong>of</strong> 2010<br />

Last day that students registered in (W)<br />

accelerated language courses may transfer SDC Presentation: Essay Exam<br />

to the equivalent full-year course with the<br />

permission <strong>of</strong> their Faculty<br />

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3134)<br />

SDC Presentation: Effective Textbook<br />

Strategies, 11:30am-12:30pm (WSS 3134) Writing Essay Exams *<br />

Career Direction Fair:<br />

Kinesiology, Health Sciences<br />

and Nursing, in the Great Hall<br />

Writing a Pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

Statement *<br />

Overcoming Writer’s Block *<br />

Last date to drop a first-term<br />

second quarter (R) course<br />

without academic penalty (Kin)<br />

7 8 9 10 11 12 13<br />

Writing with Clarity *<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing<br />

for Multiple-choice Tests,<br />

12:30-1:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

Writing in the Sciences *<br />

Remembrance Day<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiplechoice<br />

Tests, 1:30-2:30pm (WSS<br />

3134)<br />

Writing a Thesis Statement,<br />

12:30-1:30, WSS 3134 vv Senate Meeting<br />

14 15 16 17 18 19 20<br />

SDC Presentation: Optimize Lecture<br />

Learning, 11:30am-12:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

21 22 23 24 25 26 27<br />

28 29 30<br />

SDC Presentation: Manage<br />

Your Time for Mid-year Exams,<br />

11:30am-12:30pm (WSS 3134)<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

International Exchange Fair<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing<br />

for Multiple-choice Tests,<br />

10:30-11:30am (WSS 3134)<br />

Writing in the Social Sciences *<br />

Writing a Thesis Statement *<br />

Writing a Book Review *<br />

HIV/AIDS Awareness Week<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiplechoice<br />

Tests, 12:30-1:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

Annotated Bibliographies *<br />

Last day to drop a full course<br />

and full-year half course without<br />

academic penalty.<br />

WHITE RIBBON CAMPAIGN<br />

SDC Presentation: Writing Multiplechoice<br />

Tests, 10:30-11:30am<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

Technical Writing *<br />

IMAGINUS POSTER SALE (UCC)<br />

SDC Presentation: Maximize Your<br />

Memory, 11:30am-12:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

Writing in the Arts and Humanities *<br />

vv Board <strong>of</strong> Governors Meeting<br />

SDC Presentation: Preparing for<br />

Multiple-choice Tests, 1:30-2:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

Punctuation Primer, 12:30-1:30pm<br />

(WSS 3134)<br />

WSS - <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

Great Hall is in SH – Somerville House<br />

What to do in November<br />

Remember not to book any flights home or abroad until the FINAL examination schedule has<br />

been posted.<br />

Still writing Mid-term exams? Why not take a study break at The Spoke and try a fair-trade<br />

organic c<strong>of</strong>fee located in the main-level <strong>of</strong> the UCC.<br />

Mid-term grades are distributed through WebCT at webct.uwo.ca and in class, so be sure to monitor<br />

your progress.<br />

Make sure you know when your essays and term assignments are due.<br />

Start to prepare for First Term Exams by checking out the preliminary exam schedule at www.<br />

registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/examinations/exam-schedule/<br />

Last day to drop a full course or a full year half course without academic penalty is November 30.<br />

Participate in AIDS Awareness Week on November 22-26. Be sure to check out www.usc.uwo.<br />

ca (or www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=80) for details and times.<br />

The White Ribbon Campaign begins November 29. Sign a poster and wear a white ribbon to<br />

show your support for “Men against Violence<br />

against Women.” The week-long<br />

UWO <strong>graduate</strong><br />

campaign leads up to the National<br />

Bob Blumer broke the<br />

Day for the Elimination <strong>of</strong> Violence<br />

Guinness world record in<br />

against Women on December 6.<br />

2010 for pizza making by<br />

making 168 pies in an hour.<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

November 2010<br />

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December 2010<br />

1 2 3 4<br />

5 6 7 8 9 10 11<br />

Montreal Massacre Memorial<br />

World Aids Day<br />

Last day to receive admission<br />

applications: Dentistry for 2011.<br />

Last day to receive admission<br />

applications, transcripts, and<br />

supporting documentation:<br />

Education for 2011<br />

Referencing your Paper *<br />

12 13 14 15 16 17 18<br />

Mid-year examination period<br />

Writing Essay Exams *<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> classes end<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

Campus Rec: Intramural Sports<br />

and Program Early Registration,<br />

Performance Bonds for Fall<br />

2010 Available Study Day<br />

Mid-year<br />

examination<br />

period<br />

Senate Meeting vv<br />

Mid-year examination period<br />

(December 10 - 21)<br />

19 20 21 22 23 24 25<br />

Mid-year examination period<br />

26 27 28 29 30 31<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Residences close at noon for<br />

the holiday period<br />

First Term ends for all Programs<br />

except Dentistry, Education, Law<br />

and Medicine<br />

WSS – <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

What to do in December<br />

Christmas Day<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Closed for Holidays<br />

(December 25 - January 2)<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

december 2010<br />

<strong>Western</strong> grad Kevin Newman was the<br />

Global National news anchor from<br />

when the show debuted in Sept<br />

2001 until August 2010.<br />

Classes end on December 8.<br />

Mid-year examination period begins December 10.<br />

Check your alarm clock and confirm the times for your exams by<br />

looking at your personal exam schedule under the myPresent<br />

section in your Student Services account at studentservices.<br />

uwo.ca.<br />

Sick and need to miss an exam? Consult your instructor and<br />

seek advice from your <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor prior to the exam<br />

date.<br />

Studying is different for everyone. Some need to write down<br />

notes repeatedly for maximum test scores; others work better<br />

through oral communication with friends. Find what works for<br />

you and make a schedule ahead <strong>of</strong> time in order to relieve stress<br />

during this time.<br />

Applying to Dentistry or Education for 2011? Admission<br />

applications, transcripts, and supporting documentation are due<br />

December 1. Visit www.schulich.uwo.ca/Dentistry or www.<br />

edu.uwo.ca for all the details you will need.<br />

Prepared to go home or away for the holidays? Exams end<br />

on December 21, so don’t forget to lock your doors and enjoy the<br />

holidays.<br />

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January 2011<br />

1<br />

January 2011<br />

New Year’s Day<br />

(<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

2 3 4 5 6 7 8<br />

Imaginus Poster Sale (UCC)<br />

Online Add/Drop<br />

MPT Application Deadline<br />

(Physical Therapy)<br />

Move back into Residence<br />

at noon<br />

2011/2012<br />

<strong>Academic</strong><br />

<strong>Calendar</strong> posted<br />

online<br />

30 31<br />

Classes resume<br />

Second installment and/or 2nd<br />

term Tuition Fees are due<br />

9 10 11 12 13 14 15<br />

16 17 18 19 20 21 22<br />

Last day to<br />

23 receive admission 24 25 26 27 28 29<br />

applications: Business<br />

Administration<br />

Deadline to apply for relief<br />

against a final grade in a first<br />

term course<br />

USC Elections: Nominations close at 4pm<br />

(USC positions and Senate at Large)– All<br />

Candidate’s Meeting<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

CAREER WEEK Begins<br />

(Jan. 31 - Feb. 4)<br />

Paper Add/Drop<br />

What to do in January<br />

Classes resume on January 3rd. Return from the holidays,<br />

catch up with friends and gear up for second term.<br />

The last day to add a second term half course or full<br />

course is January 11.<br />

OSAP January pick-up, January 4-7, and 10-13, 2011:<br />

9:00am-4:00pm, January 14, 2011: 9:00am-12:00pm<br />

(times are subject to change). Location TBA. After these<br />

dates, pick-up moves to the <strong>Western</strong> Student Services<br />

Building. Check registrar.uwo.ca for more details.<br />

How were your grades last term? First term grades are<br />

released online. To check them visit student.uwo.ca.<br />

Start to think about Intent to Register for next year. What<br />

program do you want to be in?<br />

Applying to Graduate School for 2011? Most<br />

admission applications are due in January and February.<br />

Visit www.grad.uwo.ca.<br />

Don’t forget your ticket to Charity Ball on January 29.<br />

Charity Ball is a longstanding tradition at <strong>Western</strong> and has<br />

been in existence for over 25 years. Visit www.usc.uwo.<br />

ca/charityball for ticket information.<br />

Last day to add a second-term<br />

half course, or a second-term<br />

full course<br />

Counterculture<br />

Awareness &<br />

Anti-fashion<br />

Show<br />

OSAP Loan Release (pick-up)<br />

Campus Rec: Intramural and<br />

Aquatics Registration Closes<br />

OSAP Loan Release (pick-up)<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

USC Elections – Nominations<br />

Open – Pick up your application<br />

in the USC Office (Room 340<br />

UCC) or at www.voteusc.ca<br />

vv Board <strong>of</strong> Governors Meeting<br />

USC Elections – Nominations<br />

close for BOG and Senate<br />

at 4pm<br />

UCC – <strong>University</strong> Community Centre<br />

WSS – <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

Last day to add a second-term<br />

first quarter (S) course (Kin).<br />

Last day to drop a second-term<br />

first quarter (S) course (Kin)<br />

vv Senate Meeting<br />

Deadline for Diploma and<br />

Certificate Programs in<br />

Continuing Studies at <strong>Western</strong><br />

(Accounting, Marketing, and<br />

Public Relations)<br />

Last day to receive applications<br />

for graduation at In Absentia<br />

February Convocation (actual<br />

deadline: February 24).<br />

Charity Ball: <strong>Western</strong>’s Formal<br />

Affair!<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

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Black History Month<br />

USC Elections – Campaign<br />

Kick-Off!<br />

Last day to receive admission<br />

applications: Social Work<br />

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2011 Summer <strong>Calendar</strong> posted<br />

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1 2 3 4 5<br />

CAREER WEEK<br />

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All-Campus Job Fair, at the<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation<br />

Centre<br />

February 2011<br />

First day <strong>of</strong> second-term second<br />

quarter (T) course (Kin)<br />

Last day to drop a second term<br />

half course, or a second term full<br />

course without academic penalty<br />

Application deadline for <strong>Western</strong> -<br />

Fanshawe Collaborative Nursing<br />

USC Elections – Results shown<br />

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MULTICULTURAL WEEK<br />

Last day to add a second-term<br />

second quarter (T) course (Kin).<br />

vv Senate Meeting<br />

20 21 22 23 24 25 26<br />

USC Meeting v 15<br />

Reading Week<br />

Family Day<br />

(<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

27 28<br />

In Absentia<br />

February Convocation<br />

T2202As for 2010 wlll be<br />

available online by this date<br />

at www.registrar.uwo.ca/<br />

index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

tax-receipts<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Libraries <strong>of</strong>ten get filled up fast during<br />

crunch times, make sure to take<br />

advantage <strong>of</strong> all the different libraries<br />

across campus. www.lib.uwo.ca<br />

February 15 is the last day to drop a<br />

second-term half course, or a secondterm<br />

full course without academic penalty.<br />

Picking a major? Majorly Confused?<br />

Looking for someone to talk to about<br />

your degree? <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellors<br />

are great resources for talking about<br />

your Intent to Register (due March 31).<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counsellors can be found in<br />

your faculty building or affiliated university<br />

college. See Important Contacts section in<br />

this guide, or see your Department.<br />

Time to sit back, relax, and crack the<br />

spine on your favourite school textbook.<br />

Reading Week, February 21-25, gives<br />

your tired heads a break from class and a<br />

chance to catch up on work.<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

UCC – <strong>University</strong> Community Centre USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

What to do in February<br />

Whether you’re moving out <strong>of</strong> residence<br />

or just looking for a new place to live,<br />

February is a good time to start looking<br />

for accommodations for next year.<br />

Interested in volunteering locally or abroad<br />

during Reading Week in February?<br />

Hundreds <strong>of</strong> students from all faculties<br />

have travelled to places like Louisiana,<br />

the Dominican Republic, Costa Rica<br />

and Winnipeg, to engage in community<br />

projects. Applications for the Alternative<br />

Spring Break program are due October<br />

18 and 25, 2010, and can be submitted<br />

online at asb.uwo.ca<br />

February 14 kicks <strong>of</strong>f <strong>Western</strong>’s<br />

Multicultural Awareness Week.<br />

Enjoy Canada’s cultural kaleidoscope<br />

by learning about other<br />

traditions while<br />

David Johnston,<br />

celebrating<br />

former <strong>University</strong><br />

your own.<br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

Law Dean (1974-79),<br />

has been selected as Canada’s next Governor<br />

General. He begins his appointment in<br />

September 2010!<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide


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Application deadline for<br />

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B.Sc.N.Program<br />

Application deadline for Primary<br />

Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate<br />

Program<br />

Deadline to apply for Diploma<br />

and Certificate Programs in<br />

Continuing Studies at <strong>Western</strong><br />

1 2 3 4 5<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

MClSc Application Deadline<br />

(Physical Therapy)<br />

Vagina Monologues<br />

6 7 8 9 10 11 12<br />

FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS<br />

Vagina Monologues<br />

Founders Day (<strong>Western</strong>)<br />

First day for web registration for<br />

Summer Evening and Spring/<br />

Summer Distance Studies<br />

International Women’s Day (UCC)<br />

Last day to drop a second-term<br />

second quarter (T) course without<br />

academic penalty (Kin)<br />

First day for web registration for<br />

Intersession<br />

13 14 15 16 17 18 19<br />

First day for web registration for<br />

Summer Day.<br />

Last day to apply to <strong>graduate</strong> at<br />

Spring Convocation.<br />

free income tax clinic<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

20 21 22 23 24 25 26<br />

free income tax clinic<br />

Senate Meeting vv<br />

USC Council Meeting Council<br />

Chambers — time TBA<br />

March 2011<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Earth Day<br />

27 28 29 30 31<br />

Relay For Life<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

USC Meeting v Last day for Intent to Register<br />

USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council UCC – <strong>University</strong> Community Centre<br />

What to do in March<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

It’s that time! Mid-terms are here once again. If the stress<br />

becomes too overwhelming, find comfort in the array <strong>of</strong><br />

psychological services that <strong>Western</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers: www.sdc.<br />

uwo.ca/psych/index.html?individual_counselling<br />

Keynote speakers discussing contemporary challenges<br />

facing women today congregate at UWO to celebrate<br />

International Women’s Day on March 8.<br />

Getting ready for second year can seem daunting: review<br />

the on-line ‘Getting Ready for Second Year!’ information<br />

at success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/first-year-programs/<br />

getting-ready-for-second-year/<br />

March is a great time to get a head start looking for<br />

summer jobs. Check out the Student Success Centre at<br />

career.uwo.ca website for employment opportunities both<br />

local and abroad.<br />

Summer registration begins for those who wish to take<br />

summer courses. Don’t forget you must ‘term activate’ 72<br />

hours prior to registering. student.uwo.ca<br />

OSAP Summer Supplemental Application forms are<br />

available this month.<br />

Planning to <strong>graduate</strong> in June? Make sure to apply by the<br />

March 15 deadline.<br />

Check your exam schedule at www.registrar.uwo.<br />

ca/index.cfm/examinations/examschedule/<br />

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(ABC), <strong>graduate</strong>d from<br />

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1980.<br />

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1 2<br />

April Fool’s Day!<br />

3 4 5 6 7 8 9<br />

Campus Rec:<br />

Performance Bonds for<br />

Winter 2010/2011 Available<br />

USC Meeting v<br />

10 11 12 13 14 15 16<br />

FINAL EXAMINATION PERIOD<br />

Last day <strong>of</strong> class<br />

Study Day<br />

Last Lecture, www.alumni.uwo.ca/<br />

getinvolved/students/lastlecture.html<br />

Study Day<br />

Final Examination Period<br />

(April 10-30)<br />

17 18 19 20 21 22 23<br />

FINAL EXAMINATION PERIOD<br />

vv Senate Meeting<br />

24 25 26 27 28 29 30<br />

Campus Rec: Last day to pick<br />

up Performance Bonds for<br />

Super and Winter Leagues<br />

Easter Sunday<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Passover<br />

Passover<br />

FINAL EXAMINATION PERIOD<br />

USC – <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

vv Board <strong>of</strong> Governors Meeting<br />

What to do in April<br />

World Earth Day<br />

Good Friday<br />

(<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

Second term ends for all<br />

Faculties except Dentistry,<br />

Education, Law, and Medicine<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

April 2011<br />

Happy Easter! Book your train tickets early at<br />

TravelCUTS and your bus tickets early at InfoSource,<br />

as space fills up quickly. Enjoy the time with your<br />

family and friends, or use it to start studying for finals.<br />

Final Exams run April 10-30. Make sure to check<br />

out <strong>Western</strong>’s libraries’ extended hours, as well as<br />

the shuttle service that runs until 2am.<br />

Planning on taking a course during intersession,<br />

summer evening, distance or summer day?<br />

Register now.<br />

Looking for a last-minute summer job? Visit<br />

careercentral.uwo.ca for postings.<br />

Planning to pay your fees next year using OSAP?<br />

Then remember, you must apply for OSAP by June<br />

30.<br />

Distance Studies courses are <strong>of</strong>fered in the<br />

summer to those students who are able to write at<br />

the approved exam centres.<br />

Check your grades and report comments at<br />

student.uwo.ca.<br />

Former UWO Wide<br />

Receiver Tyrone Williams<br />

is the only football player in<br />

history to win a Vanier Cup<br />

ring, a Grey cup ring, and a<br />

Super Bowl Ring.<br />

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May 2011<br />

May 2011<br />

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY<br />

1 2 3 4 5 6 7<br />

Last day to withdraw an<br />

application for graduation at<br />

Spring Convocation<br />

Move out <strong>of</strong> Residence at Noon<br />

Last day for students on<br />

exchange or a letter <strong>of</strong><br />

permission to submit transcripts<br />

for graduation at Spring<br />

Convocation<br />

8 9 10 11 12 vv Senate Meeting 13 14<br />

Summer Evening and Spring/<br />

Summer Distance Studies<br />

courses begin<br />

15 16 17 18 19 20 21<br />

Last day to drop a first-term half<br />

course, or a first-term first quarter (Q)<br />

course in Summer Evening without<br />

academic penalty<br />

Tuition Fees due for Summer<br />

Courses<br />

Intersession courses begin<br />

Trois-Pistoles courses begin<br />

Last day to add or drop a course at<br />

Trois-Pistoles Intersession<br />

Last day to add a full course, a<br />

first-term half course, a firstterm<br />

first quarter (Q) course, and a<br />

full year half-course in Summer<br />

Evening<br />

Last day to add a Spring/ Summer<br />

Distance Studies course<br />

Last day to add a full course,<br />

or a 6-week half course, a first-term<br />

Last day to drop a 3-week first quarter (Q) course, or a full year<br />

firstterm half course in Intersession half course in Intersession<br />

without academic penalty Doctor <strong>of</strong> Medicine Convocation<br />

Last day for web registration for<br />

Summer Evening and Spring/<br />

Summer Distance Studies<br />

courses<br />

Last day for web registration for<br />

Intersession courses<br />

22 23 24 25 26 27 28<br />

Hong Kong Convocation<br />

Victoria Day<br />

(<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

29 30 31<br />

Last day to drop a full course,<br />

or a 6-week half course, a<br />

first-term, first quarter (Q)<br />

course, or a full-year half<br />

course in Intersession without<br />

academic penalty<br />

June 2011<br />

June 2011<br />

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY<br />

1 2 3 4<br />

5 6 7 8 9 10 11<br />

Second-term half courses in<br />

Intersession begin<br />

Last day to drop a full course or<br />

full-year half course in Summer<br />

Evening or Spring/Summer<br />

Distance Studies without<br />

academic penalty<br />

Last day to add a second-term<br />

half course in Intersession<br />

12 13 14 15 16 17 18<br />

SPRING CONVOCATION<br />

Reception to follow ceremony<br />

Last day to drop a second-term<br />

half course in Intersession without<br />

academic penalty<br />

2011/2012 Part-Time Fall/<br />

Winter <strong>Calendar</strong> posted online<br />

vv Senate Meeting<br />

19 20 21 22 23 24 25<br />

Second term half courses in<br />

Summer Evening begin.<br />

1st year Registration appointments<br />

begin for 2011-2012 Fall/Winter<br />

Term***<br />

Examinations: Intersession<br />

vv Board <strong>of</strong> Governors Meeting<br />

Deadline to apply for relief<br />

26 27 28 29 against a final grade in a 30<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

4th year Registration<br />

appointments begin for<br />

2011-2012 Fall/Winter Term***<br />

second-term or a full-year<br />

Fall/Winter 2010/11 course<br />

Deadline to apply for relief against<br />

a program eligibility decision<br />

If you wish to pay your tuition fees<br />

with your OSAP loan you MUST<br />

apply for OSAP by June 30<br />

UCC – <strong>University</strong> Community Centre GH – Great Hall SH – Somerville House WCCS – <strong>Western</strong> Centre for Continuing<br />

** If date falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the deadline will be extended to the next working day Studies<br />

*** Dates are subject to change<br />

Trois-Pistoles Intersession ends<br />

Last day to add a second-term<br />

half course in Summer Evening<br />

Intersession courses end<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

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Deadline<br />

to apply for<br />

relief against<br />

a final grade in an<br />

Intersession course<br />

31<br />

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY<br />

Faculty <strong>of</strong> Education Registration<br />

start***<br />

1 2<br />

3 Summer Day Term begins. 4 5 6 7 8 9<br />

Last day to drop a second term<br />

half course, or a second-term,<br />

first quarter (S) course, in<br />

Summer Evening without<br />

academic penalty<br />

3rd year Registration<br />

appointments begin***<br />

10 11 12 13 14 15 16<br />

Trois-Pistoles Summer<br />

Day Term begins<br />

17 18 19 20 21 22 23<br />

24 25 26 27 28 29 30<br />

Second-term half courses in<br />

Summer Day begin.<br />

Canada Day<br />

(<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

Last day for web registration for<br />

Summer Day courses<br />

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY<br />

Civic Holiday<br />

(<strong>Western</strong> Holiday)<br />

July 2011<br />

Last day to add a full course, a<br />

first-term half course (3-week<br />

or 6-week), or a full-year half<br />

course in Summer Day<br />

Last day to add a second-term<br />

half course in Summer Day<br />

Course priorities are lifted***<br />

Last day to add or drop a course<br />

at Trois-Pistoles Summer Day<br />

Last day to drop a full course, or<br />

a 6-week half course, or a fullyear<br />

half course in Summer Day<br />

without academic penalty<br />

Last day to drop a 3-week firstterm<br />

half course in Summer Day<br />

without academic penalty<br />

Last day to drop a second-term<br />

half course in Summer Day<br />

without academic penalty<br />

August 2011<br />

1 2 3 4 5 6<br />

Tuition fees for first year<br />

students are due<br />

Examinations: Summer Evening<br />

2nd year Registration<br />

appointments begin***<br />

Examinations: Spring/Summer<br />

Distance Studies<br />

Summer Evening and<br />

Spring/Summer Distance<br />

Studies Terms end<br />

7 8 9 10 11 12 13<br />

July 2011 August 2011<br />

Off to <strong>Western</strong> Events<br />

begin<br />

Trois-Pistoles Summer<br />

Day courses end.<br />

Summer Day courses end.<br />

Last day for web registration for<br />

2011-12 Fall/Winter term***<br />

14 15 16 17 18 19 20<br />

Tuition fees for upper<br />

year students are due<br />

Examinations: Summer Day<br />

21 22 23 24 25 26 27<br />

28 29 30 31<br />

Extended Web registration<br />

begins<br />

Dates are subject to change. For more information about<br />

sessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

Pick-up your new Student<br />

Guide for 2011/2012.<br />

Deadline to apply for relief<br />

against a final grade in a<br />

Summer Evening course<br />

Please note that for<br />

September 2011<br />

classes will start on<br />

Thursday, Sept. 8, 2011<br />

UCC – <strong>University</strong> Community Centre GH – Great Hall SH – Somerville House WCCS – <strong>Western</strong> Centre for Continuing<br />

Studies<br />

*** Dates are subject to change<br />

*All workshops held in WSS Room 3134 from 1:30-2:30 pm<br />

v See Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide<br />

vv See Leadership section in this guide<br />

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Your transponder permit will be<br />

ready for you to pick up in the<br />

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Renew your permit by<br />

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<strong>Academic</strong> Information<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Appeals,<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Student<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

The <strong>University</strong> Senate has delegated to each<br />

Dean the right to waive any academic regulation.<br />

The Deans’ rulings in academic matters are final<br />

unless overturned or modified on appeal to the<br />

Senate Review Board <strong>Academic</strong> (SRBA). SRBA<br />

is the final body to which students may appeal<br />

certain rulings <strong>of</strong> Deans in academic matters, and<br />

its decisions are final.<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong><br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

The <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong> contains information<br />

about the academic requirements <strong>of</strong> your<br />

program, course descriptions, other academic<br />

information, and more. General regulations<br />

for Arts, Science and Social Science programs<br />

appear in the Programs and Progression sections.<br />

Regulations for other programs appear in<br />

the appropriate sections. You may access the<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong> online at the address above.<br />

The 2011 <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong> will be available<br />

online in February 2011.<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counselling<br />

See Program & <strong>Academic</strong> Counselling in this<br />

section.<br />

Breadth Requirements<br />

for Bachelor Degrees<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg81.<br />

html<br />

At least 1.0 course must be chosen<br />

from each <strong>of</strong> the three categories A, B,<br />

and C. Two <strong>of</strong> Categories A, B, and C<br />

are required in first year. Any outstanding<br />

breadth requirement not completed in first<br />

year must be completed prior to graduation. For<br />

the courses <strong>of</strong>fered in each category, please visit<br />

the website above.<br />

Breadth Requirements for First<br />

Year<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg81.html<br />

First-Year Program<br />

Students in first-year programs must choose<br />

courses numbered 1000-1999. The 5.0 courses<br />

must include at least four different subjects<br />

with no more than 2.0 courses in one subject.<br />

Students are encouraged to take an essay course<br />

in first year. 1.0 course from two <strong>of</strong> Categories<br />

A, B, and C must be included in first year.<br />

Final Schedule<br />

on Registrar’s<br />

Website (March)<br />

Distance Studies<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/distance<br />

Distance Studies occurs when learners are<br />

separated from the instructor and classmates,<br />

whether across the hall or across the province.<br />

Unlike the courses <strong>of</strong> the past that depended<br />

entirely on written communication through<br />

the mail, today’s distance courses may include<br />

multimedia materials and take advantage<br />

<strong>of</strong> web-based communication technologies.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Distance Studies will let you pursue<br />

university studies if you cannot attend regular<br />

classes. Check out the Part-Time <strong>Calendar</strong> to<br />

see which courses <strong>of</strong>fer distance options. The<br />

website also gives a more detailed description<br />

<strong>of</strong> Distance Studies programs, as well as<br />

information on how to apply.<br />

Grades<br />

See the Student Central section in this guide.<br />

Summer Exam<br />

Period<br />

(June - August)<br />

Third Term: May - August<br />

Adjudication<br />

Fall program<br />

eligibility (May)<br />

Grades reviewed for<br />

April<br />

Final<br />

Exam<br />

Period<br />

Summer<br />

Course<br />

Registration<br />

(March - July)<br />

Fall Course<br />

Registration<br />

Online (June -<br />

August)<br />

Course<br />

Drop<br />

Deadline<br />

Second term<br />

half course:<br />

(February)<br />

September<br />

Add/Drop<br />

Online & Paper<br />

Submission<br />

Centres<br />

<strong>of</strong> Information:<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

studentservices.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counselling<br />

Department Advisors<br />

Intent<br />

to<br />

Register<br />

Course Drop<br />

Deadlines<br />

First term half<br />

course: Oct. 15<br />

Full Course:<br />

Nov. 30<br />

Program<br />

requests for Fall<br />

Registration<br />

(February)<br />

Grade Appeals and Other<br />

Requests for Relief<br />

Final Schedule on<br />

Registrar’s<br />

website<br />

(November)<br />

Program<br />

Planning<br />

“What’s Your<br />

Program”<br />

Faculty & Dept. Info<br />

Sessions (Jan. - Feb.)<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Ombudsperson<br />

Phone: 519-661-3573<br />

Email: ombuds@uwo.ca<br />

www.uwo.ca/ombuds/appeals/appeals.html<br />

www.uwo.ca/ombuds/student/student.html<br />

These are the procedures for appealing marks<br />

and other decisions related to individual courses,<br />

for example:<br />

• requests for extensions <strong>of</strong> deadlines for<br />

the submission <strong>of</strong> work<br />

• waiver <strong>of</strong> progression requirements<br />

• accuracy <strong>of</strong> grades on examinations or<br />

assignments<br />

• requests for make-ups or special exams<br />

• requests to have a particular grade<br />

January<br />

Second Term: January - April<br />

First Term: September - December<br />

Online & Paper<br />

Submission<br />

Add/Drop<br />

December<br />

Exam Period<br />

reweighted on compassionate grounds<br />

• appeals against the conclusion that<br />

cheating or plagiarism took place<br />

• appeals against the sanction or penalty for<br />

cheating or plagiarism<br />

If you are considering an appeal <strong>of</strong> any kind,<br />

you should read “<strong>Academic</strong> Rights and Responsibilities”<br />

and other relevant policies and procedures<br />

in the <strong>Calendar</strong>,<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg111.<br />

html. The Handbook <strong>of</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> and Scholarship<br />

Policy www.uwo.ca/univsec/ is also useful.<br />

Graduate students should visit grad.uwo.ca. In<br />

addition, many programs and departments have<br />

program-specific rules and procedures. Be sure to<br />

ask for a copy.<br />

For more information contact the Office<br />

<strong>of</strong> the Ombudsperson or visit www.uwo.ca/<br />

ombuds/<br />

Graduation<br />

See the Graduation section in this guide.<br />

Mature Students<br />

Phone: 519-661-3898<br />

success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/mature-students/<br />

Personal Timetables<br />

Phone: 519- 661-2100<br />

Personal timetables can be found at<br />

studentservices.uwo.ca once you have<br />

added courses. Degree modules and<br />

timetables can be found at the link above.<br />

Program & <strong>Academic</strong><br />

Counselling<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.uwo.ca<br />

For a list <strong>of</strong> Faculty <strong>Academic</strong><br />

Counselling Offices please see the<br />

Important Contacts section in this guide.<br />

During the course <strong>of</strong> your university career,<br />

there are a number <strong>of</strong> reasons why you may want<br />

or need to see an academic counsellor:<br />

• To discuss course changes, withdrawals,<br />

special permissions, and appeal<br />

procedures<br />

• To pose questions about modules/<br />

programs, degree requirements,<br />

and/or university regulations<br />

• To seek accommodation when<br />

circumstances beyond your control<br />

affect your academic performance<br />

(e.g., illness, bereavement, personal<br />

problems, or other extenuating<br />

circumstances)<br />

• To process requests for Letters <strong>of</strong><br />

Permission (i.e., taking courses at<br />

another university)<br />

• To have transfer credits from<br />

an academic exchange program<br />

approved<br />

continued…<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Information<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

25


academic information<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Information<br />

Registration<br />

Helpline: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/courseenrollment/web-registration/<br />

How to access your appointment date:<br />

You will be e-mailed in June/July when your<br />

course registration appointment start time<br />

is available for Fall/Winter studies. For<br />

details on your appointment start time sign<br />

into your Student Center and click on the<br />

box on the right entitled Enrollment Dates.<br />

You will be able to add courses through<br />

the Student Center beginning on your<br />

assigned date and time until the end <strong>of</strong> web<br />

registration. The last day for web registration<br />

is in early August (see dates section).<br />

To view your Fall/Winter Program/Module<br />

login to student.uwo.ca and view “<strong>Academic</strong>s<br />

Section.”<br />

SAGE<br />

See the Services to Help You Succeed section in<br />

this guide.<br />

Senior Citizens Bursary<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg55.html<br />

Canadian citizens or permanent residents,<br />

living in <strong>Ontario</strong> who are 60 years <strong>of</strong> age or<br />

older or who will reach the age <strong>of</strong> 60 during<br />

the month that their classes commence, and<br />

who are <strong>of</strong>fered admission to, and register<br />

in Senate-approved courses or programs in<br />

an under<strong>graduate</strong> faculty or in the School <strong>of</strong><br />

Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies as a fulltime<br />

or part-time student for credit or audit,<br />

may be eligible for a bursary subject to the<br />

following conditions:<br />

1. applicants must present pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> age;<br />

2. applicants wishing to seek admission to a<br />

first year program in one <strong>of</strong> the Faculties<br />

<strong>of</strong> Arts and Humanities, Science or Social<br />

Science will be required to complete only<br />

a formal admission application;<br />

3. applicants seeking admission to other<br />

under<strong>graduate</strong> faculties must complete<br />

an application for admission and may<br />

be required to provide additional<br />

documentation;<br />

4. applicants seeking admission to the<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Graduate and Postdoctoral<br />

Studies must complete an application<br />

for admission and complete all<br />

documentation required by that Faculty;<br />

5. applicants seeking credit for previous<br />

university work must provide such<br />

documentation as required by the<br />

Admissions Office.<br />

6. declared financial need.<br />

7. maximum value <strong>of</strong> $6,300 per Fall/<br />

Winter term for undergrad students and<br />

$3,500 per term for grad students.<br />

8. Tenable at main campus only.<br />

Note 1: Admission to limited enrollment<br />

courses and programs is competitive. No<br />

assurance can be given to senior citizens that<br />

they will be granted a place in such courses or<br />

programs.<br />

For more information, please see the website<br />

above.<br />

Structure <strong>of</strong> the Degree<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg79.html<br />

The Modules<br />

There are four possible modules <strong>of</strong> study which<br />

may be entered after First Year:<br />

• Honors Specialization (9.0 or more<br />

specified courses)<br />

• Specialization (9.0 or more specified<br />

courses)<br />

• Major (6.0 -7.0 specified courses)<br />

• Minor (4.0 -5.0 specified courses)<br />

Note: Not all departments <strong>of</strong>fer all these<br />

Modules.<br />

The modular degree structure affords the<br />

opportunity to combine various subjects<br />

from different Departments and Faculties.<br />

The modules taken must fit within these<br />

degree structures. Departments, Schools,<br />

Faculties and Affiliated <strong>University</strong> Colleges<br />

may <strong>of</strong>fer some or all <strong>of</strong> the above modules.<br />

See Faculty and Department listings for<br />

details. Combinations other than those listed<br />

below have not been approved; consequently,<br />

they may not be taken. Enrollment in some<br />

modules may be limited.<br />

These Modules may be combined in<br />

three different degrees:<br />

1) The Honors Bachelor Degree (Four<br />

Year) - (20.0 courses)<br />

15.0 courses after first year, including<br />

Admission<br />

Number <strong>of</strong> courses<br />

Part Time<br />

Enrollment may be limited; apply well before<br />

the deadlines<br />

3.0 courses or fewer at one time (all students<br />

registered in spring/summer courses are<br />

considered part-time students)<br />

at least an Honors Specialization or a<br />

Double Major as follows:<br />

• Honors Specialization (9.0 or more<br />

courses) This may be combined with a<br />

Major or a Minor or option(s)<br />

• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus a Major (6.0<br />

- 7.0) plus option(s) (3.0 - 1.0) This<br />

combination requires two Major<br />

Modules.<br />

2) The Bachelor Degree (Four Year) -<br />

(20.0 courses)<br />

15.0 courses after first year, including at<br />

least a Specialization module or a Major<br />

Module as follows:<br />

• Specialization (9.0 or more courses)<br />

This may be combined with a Major or a<br />

Minor or option(s)<br />

• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus a Major (6.0 -<br />

7.0) plus option(s) (3.0 - 1.0)<br />

• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus Minor(s) or<br />

option(s)<br />

3) The Bachelor Degree (Three Year) -<br />

(15.0 courses)<br />

10.0 courses after first year, including at<br />

least a Major Module or a Double Minor<br />

as follows:<br />

• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus option(s)<br />

• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus a Minor or<br />

Option(s)<br />

• Minor (4.0 - 5.0) plus a Minor (4.0<br />

- 5.0) plus option(s) (2.0 - 0)This<br />

combination requires two Minors.<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Programs<br />

<strong>of</strong>fered at <strong>Western</strong><br />

For a comprehensive list, see www.welcome.<br />

uwo.ca/preview/documents/vb_inside.pdf<br />

or www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

What is the Difference between<br />

Part-Time and Full-Time Status at <strong>Western</strong>?<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/mature-students/registered-at-<strong>Western</strong>/part-time-vs-full-time<br />

Full Time<br />

Limited enrollment for first-year entry on a full-time<br />

basis; apply well before the deadlines; a “mature<br />

applicant supplementary form” will be required by<br />

those being considered as mature applicants for<br />

full-time study<br />

3.5 to 5.0 full course equivalents during<br />

September to April. 5.0 is the standard<br />

full-course load<br />

Tuition fees Charged per half or full course equivalent Full-time fees apply<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Student Assistance Eligible for consideration if taking 3.0 courses Eligible for consideration<br />

Program (OSAP)<br />

in each <strong>of</strong> the fall AND winter terms<br />

London Transit Commission Not available<br />

Included in fees; mandatory<br />

Bus Pass<br />

Supplementary Health<br />

Not available<br />

Mandatory unless student is covered under an<br />

Insurance through the <strong>University</strong><br />

equivalent extended benefit health care plan (in<br />

Students’ Council<br />

addition to your standard provincial coverage)<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/health/<br />

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Campus Events<br />

This is not an inclusive list <strong>of</strong> events. Other events<br />

are scheduled on campus.<br />

Big Purple Couch<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/bigpurplecouch<br />

The Big Purple Couch is a Live talk<br />

show filmed bi-weekly in the first semester<br />

and weekly in the second semester, for the<br />

first time this year. Broadcasting on Radio<br />

<strong>Western</strong>, and Rogers Television London,<br />

BPC brings you the latest in news and<br />

entertainment around campus.<br />

Career Fair<br />

See Career and Employment section.<br />

Charity Ball, USC<br />

(January 29, 2011)<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/charityball<br />

Charity Ball has been in existence for over<br />

25 years and is a longstanding tradition at<br />

<strong>Western</strong>. Many students treat this event as<br />

their university “prom” where they go all out<br />

and celebrate their time at <strong>Western</strong>.<br />

Clubs Week, USC<br />

(September 20-24, 2010)<br />

During Clubs Week the atrium <strong>of</strong> the<br />

UCC transforms itself into a gathering <strong>of</strong><br />

clubs to get involved in. Check out one <strong>of</strong><br />

the many booths for something that captures<br />

your interest.<br />

EnviroWeek, USC<br />

(October 18-22, 2010)<br />

Email: usc.environment@uwo.ca<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/envirowestern<br />

Enviroweek sees a wide assortment <strong>of</strong><br />

activities (primarily in and around the UCC)<br />

ranging from the simple advertisement <strong>of</strong> our<br />

club’s activities, to elaborate and eye catching<br />

public displays encouraging environmental<br />

consciousness, and public presentations.<br />

For more programs by Enviro<strong>Western</strong>, see<br />

the Green Initiatives section.<br />

Festival <strong>of</strong> the Arts, USC<br />

Email: usc.foa@uwo.ca<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/foa/<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s festival <strong>of</strong> the arts showcases<br />

student’s visual, audio and textile works.<br />

There are plenty <strong>of</strong> ways to get involved by<br />

submitting your student films, photography<br />

and works <strong>of</strong> art or by simply volunteering<br />

your time. Held beginning <strong>of</strong> March in the<br />

UCC atrium. Admission is free to students.<br />

Founder’s Day<br />

(March 7, 2011)<br />

alumni.uwo.ca/connect/foundersday.html<br />

Founder’s Day is celebrated annually<br />

on March 7th. It is a time for the <strong>Western</strong><br />

community to remember the contributions<br />

<strong>of</strong> its founders and celebrate<br />

the accomplishments <strong>of</strong> our students, staff,<br />

faculty and alumni..<br />

Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

School Fair<br />

See Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Programs section.<br />

Homecoming<br />

(September 30, October 1-3, 2010)<br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

Reunion Coordinator:<br />

519-661-2111 ext. 85739<br />

Email: reunions@uwo.ca<br />

Last Lecture<br />

(April 8, 2011)<br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

Last Lecture is an elegant evening cocktail<br />

social hosted by The Alumni Association<br />

for all members <strong>of</strong> the Class <strong>of</strong> 2011. Enjoy<br />

the familiar tunes <strong>of</strong> Rick McGhie with a<br />

prominent alimnus keynote.<br />

McIntosh Gallery<br />

www.mcintoshgallery.ca<br />

Exhibitions, educational programs<br />

and special events provide a platform for<br />

engagement with visual art and artists. The<br />

Curatorial Study Centre includes documents,<br />

publications and the McIntosh Gallery’s<br />

collection <strong>of</strong> over 3,500 works <strong>of</strong> Canadian<br />

and international art. For more information<br />

visit: www.mcintoshgallery.ca<br />

Musical Performances<br />

Special Events <strong>Calendar</strong> : www.music.uwo.ca/<br />

events/specialEvents.html<br />

Off to <strong>Western</strong> :<br />

See the Volunteer and Clubs section in this guide.<br />

PrideWeek<br />

(October 11-15, 2010)<br />

PrideWeek is a campus-wide event<br />

where students can show support for the<br />

LGBTQ2 community, learn about oncampus<br />

resources, and become more aware<br />

<strong>of</strong> queer issues. PrideWeek is organized by<br />

Pride<strong>Western</strong> (www.pridewestern.ca).<br />

Theatre <strong>Western</strong>, USC<br />

www.theatrewestern.ca<br />

Theatre <strong>Western</strong> is a student-run<br />

production company supported by<br />

the <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council at the<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. Theatre<br />

<strong>Western</strong> produces shows <strong>of</strong> the highest<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional quality, including full length<br />

musical and non-musical dramatic<br />

productions as well as student-written<br />

one-act plays. Theatre <strong>Western</strong> provides<br />

opportunities for all students to become<br />

involved as playwrights, directors, stage<br />

managers, backstage crew or performers.<br />

At a university with so many talented<br />

individuals, Theatre <strong>Western</strong> showcases<br />

student talent on stages around campus and<br />

within the London community.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Earth Day<br />

(March 22, 2011)<br />

A day <strong>of</strong> environmental awareness and<br />

celebration, organized a month early so<br />

that exams don’t get in the way! This day<br />

is organized by envirowestern. Visit us at<br />

Enviro<strong>Western</strong>.ca.<br />

White Ribbon Campaign<br />

(November 29-December 3, 2010)<br />

White Ribbon is an annual international<br />

campaign <strong>of</strong> men working to end violence<br />

against women. <strong>Western</strong>’s campaign<br />

is organized by the White Ribbon<br />

Commissioner (usc.white.ribbon@uwo.<br />

ca) and includes the Montreal Massacre<br />

remembrance ceremony taking place in the<br />

UCC atrium on December 6th.<br />

Campus EVENTS<br />

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careers & Employment<br />

Careers & Employment<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s CareerCentral<br />

careercentral.uwo.ca<br />

Careers at <strong>Western</strong><br />

www.workingatwestern.uwo.ca<br />

Careers in Federal Public Service<br />

jobs-emplois.gc.ca<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Public Service Careers<br />

www.gojobs.gov.on.ca<br />

City <strong>of</strong> London Jobs<br />

www.london.ca/d.aspx?s=/Employment_Opportunities/<br />

default.htm<br />

Service Canada Job Bank<br />

www.jobbank.gc.ca<br />

Social Science Career Services<br />

ssc.uwo.ca/careers<br />

Alumni <strong>Western</strong> for Students<br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

Involvement with Alumni <strong>Western</strong> begins<br />

in first year. There are several dynamic<br />

programs <strong>of</strong>fered to students at <strong>Western</strong><br />

including Backpack 2 Briefcase, Off to<br />

<strong>Western</strong>, Six Degrees and Last Lecture.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Alumni Association is run by an<br />

elected volunteer board <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> Alumni.<br />

Alumni <strong>Western</strong> keeps you connected with<br />

<strong>Western</strong> through publications such as the<br />

Young Alumni Magazine and invitations to<br />

events around the globe.<br />

Backpack 2 Briefcase<br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

Backpack 2 Briefcase is a national<br />

award winning event series designed to<br />

support students, in all years and across all<br />

faculties, to make the transition to a young<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional. Events in recent years have<br />

included dining etiquette, speed networking,<br />

leadership, keynote speakers and social<br />

networking receptions focused on<br />

connecting<br />

students with alumni.<br />

Career Fair<br />

www.success.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation<br />

Centre<br />

Thursday, September 30, 2010<br />

11:00am-4:00pm<br />

The Career Fair is an<br />

opportunity for New Graduates and<br />

Alumni to connect with employers<br />

from a wide variety <strong>of</strong> companies looking<br />

to hire for full time employment. For more<br />

information, including how to prepare for<br />

the Career Fair please visit: success.uwo.<br />

ca/index.cfm/careers/meet-employers/<br />

preparing-for-fairs/<br />

Career Week<br />

www.success.uwo.ca<br />

January 31 - February 4<br />

Events all over Campus. Register for<br />

events through CareerCentral, https://<br />

careercentral.uwo.ca<br />

Federal Student Work<br />

Experience Program (FSWEP)<br />

www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/goc/fswep.shtml<br />

This program helps match students<br />

with federal departments and agencies for<br />

temporary jobs by maintaining a national<br />

inventory <strong>of</strong> students seeking employment<br />

within the federal public service. Applications<br />

can be submitted online throughout the year.<br />

Some departments and agencies advertise<br />

closing dates for certain job postings.<br />

Students in their final year <strong>of</strong> academic<br />

studies who do not intend to return to<br />

full-time studies are only eligible to work<br />

part-time until the completion <strong>of</strong> their last<br />

academic term.<br />

Graduate Students<br />

Work Study<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

grad.uwo.ca/current_students/funding_<br />

opportunities.htm<br />

The School <strong>of</strong> Graduate and Postdoctoral<br />

Studies and the Student Financial Services<br />

<strong>of</strong>fice jointly administer the work study<br />

program. To be eligible for Graduate Work<br />

Study consideration, students must be<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> residents, have qualified for, and<br />

taken their OSAP maximum for the current<br />

year. Decisions regarding work study<br />

eligibility will not be made until after the<br />

application deadline date. The application<br />

is located on the Graduate and Postdoctoral<br />

Studies website and must be submitted by<br />

the deadline indicated.<br />

Jobs on Campus<br />

careercentral.uwo.ca<br />

How to find part-time jobs on<br />

campus<br />

1. You can login with your UWO username<br />

and password to search the careers site for<br />

<strong>Western</strong> on-campus jobs: careercentral.<br />

uwo.ca<br />

2. You can check out the Working at<br />

<strong>Western</strong> site for full-time and part-time<br />

job opportunities:<br />

www.workingatwestern.uwo.ca.<br />

3. Or, see Work Study in this section.<br />

4. Some specific areas hiring students on<br />

campus are:<br />

Campus Recreation<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre<br />

Various positions available opening in Feb. and Mar.<br />

Available positions: http://campusrec.uwo.ca/<br />

employment/index.htm<br />

• Email applications to the Program<br />

Coordinator specified on each job<br />

posting<br />

• For more information visit:<br />

http://campusrec.uwo.ca/<br />

employment/index.htm<br />

Division <strong>of</strong> Housing and Ancillary Services<br />

Room 102 Elgin Hall London<br />

Positions available include Residence Advisor, Residence<br />

Don, <strong>Academic</strong>, Leadership Programmer, and Assistant<br />

Program Coordinator.<br />

• Applications available at:<br />

www.rezstaff.uwo.ca<br />

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The Gazette<br />

UCC Room 263<br />

Positions Available: Writing, Photography, Graphics and<br />

Web Design.<br />

Hospitality Services<br />

Various Positions available.<br />

• Email your resume and cover letter to<br />

hospitalityemployment@uwo.ca<br />

• For more information visit: www.has.<br />

uwo.ca/hospitality/employment.htm<br />

Housing Mediation Services Department<br />

Location: Elgin Hall Room 102<br />

Positions: Team Leader and Off-Campus Advisor<br />

positions.<br />

• Apply online in February for the<br />

upcoming year<br />

• For more information: www.has.uwo.<br />

ca/housing/oca or www.has.uwo.ca/<br />

housing/<strong>of</strong>fcampus<br />

Information Technology Services/<br />

Instructional Technology Resource Centre<br />

Location: Support Services Building, room 4320<br />

Positions: ITRC Student Consultants.<br />

• Advertised on the Career Centre web site<br />

at www.career.uwo.ca<br />

• Contact for additional information: itrc@<br />

uwo.ca; see also www.itrc.uwo.ca/<br />

studentConsultants.html<br />

Tour Guide Employment<br />

Phone: 519-661-2111<br />

careercentral.uwo.ca<br />

• Campus tours are <strong>of</strong>fered Monday to<br />

Friday, three times daily (some weekend<br />

tours may be required). You must be<br />

a returning student for the upcoming<br />

school year in order to be eligible to<br />

apply. Applications are due in January <strong>of</strong><br />

each year. Check the website for more<br />

details.<br />

The Spoke, USC<br />

UCC main Level<br />

Positions Available: Part-time Cashier/Cooks.<br />

• Email Application forms to uscspoke@<br />

uwo.ca<br />

• Applications can be found at www.usc.<br />

uwo.ca/spoke<br />

• For further information please call 519-<br />

661-3590<br />

The Wave, USC<br />

Cashier/Cook/Server/Doorstaff (all part time<br />

positions).<br />

• applications can also be picked up/<br />

dropped <strong>of</strong>f at either or the Spoke/<br />

Wave<br />

The Student Success Centre:<br />

Careers<br />

CareerCentral is a<br />

valuable resource for<br />

any student who is<br />

seeking help entering the<br />

workforce.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s<br />

Internship Program<br />

Phone: 519-661-3559<br />

www.success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/<br />

experience/internships/internshipprogram<br />

An internship is a 12 to 16<br />

month work term. Students<br />

are employed in settings which<br />

provide work experience<br />

directly related to their<br />

academic programs and career<br />

objectives. Faculties/programs<br />

currently participating in<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Internship Program are:<br />

Engineering, Science, Management<br />

and Organizational Studies and<br />

Geography. In certain cases, 8<br />

month terms can be arranged.<br />

Internships begin between May<br />

and September, with some limited<br />

January start dates.<br />

Working at <strong>Western</strong><br />

Phone: 519-661-2194<br />

www.workingatwestern.uwo.ca<br />

At <strong>Western</strong>, our mission is to provide the<br />

best student experience among Canada’s<br />

leading research intensive universities. As<br />

one <strong>of</strong> London’s largest employers and<br />

Canada’s 3rd largest research-intensive<br />

university, The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> provides a diverse and unique<br />

environment in which more than 9,000<br />

full and part-time staff and faculty<br />

work. We encourage you to consider a<br />

career at <strong>Western</strong>.<br />

We post career opportunities as they<br />

become available. To apply to a position,<br />

you will be asked to provide an active<br />

email address and details about your<br />

employment history, skills, qualifications<br />

and other information. If you have an<br />

electronic resume, you may be able to paste<br />

information into the Working at <strong>Western</strong><br />

on-line application at recruit.uwo.ca. Jobs<br />

are open to applicants for approximately one<br />

week following posting, unless otherwise<br />

indicated. Applicants are encouraged to<br />

apply online.<br />

Services<br />

website studentservices.uwo.ca under<br />

myPresent, Financial Assistance. This<br />

application includes consideration for Work<br />

Study eligibility, all Bursaries, and all Need-<br />

Based Awards <strong>of</strong>fered by <strong>Western</strong>. Students<br />

can submit the application once per year.<br />

Applications will be available starting in<br />

mid-August.<br />

careers & Employment<br />

Phone: 519-661-3559<br />

careercentral.uwo.ca<br />

Reception: Mon-Tues-Thurs-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm,<br />

Wed 9:30am-4:30pm<br />

The Student Success Centre: Careers<br />

provides the information a student will<br />

need for planning their future. Offering<br />

workshops on job interviews, finding a<br />

career path, internships, part-time jobs,<br />

summer jobs, job fairs, on-line job postings<br />

from both local employers and opportunities<br />

abroad, as well as individual counselling,<br />

Work Study<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/FinancialServices/<br />

WorkStudy.cfm<br />

Work Study, Bursaries, and Need Based<br />

Awards are three <strong>of</strong> the financial need-based<br />

programs <strong>of</strong>fered by <strong>Western</strong>. In order to be<br />

considered for all <strong>of</strong> these programs, or any<br />

combination <strong>of</strong> these programs, students<br />

must complete the Financial Assistance<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>ile application, located on the Student<br />

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City <strong>of</strong> London<br />

www.london.ca<br />

Location: On the banks <strong>of</strong> the Thames<br />

River, 200 kilometers west <strong>of</strong> Toronto,<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada<br />

Temperature: Ranging from a July<br />

(summer) average <strong>of</strong> 26 C to a January<br />

(winter) average <strong>of</strong> -7C<br />

Population: Over 350,000<br />

Centennial Hall<br />

Phone: 519-672-1967 or 519-672-1968<br />

Box <strong>of</strong>fice: 550 Wellington St., London<br />

www.centennialhall.london.ca<br />

Centennial Hall is a multi-purpose,<br />

wheelchair accessible facility <strong>of</strong>fering<br />

specialized facilities for events such as<br />

Concerts, Dances, Banquets, Meetings,<br />

Conventions, Exhibitions, Trade Shows,<br />

Craft, Fashion and Travel Shows just to<br />

name a few.<br />

Covent Garden Market<br />

Phone: 519-439-3921<br />

www.coventmarket.com<br />

Complete with fresh produce, gourmet<br />

foods, public square, seasonal outdoor<br />

farmer’s market, ice rink and regular family<br />

programming. Located at 130 King Street.<br />

Fanshawe Pioneer Village<br />

Phone: 519-457-1296<br />

www.fanshawepioneervillage.ca<br />

2609 Fanshawe Park Road East<br />

A living history museum that specializes<br />

in fun for children <strong>of</strong> all ages. Experience<br />

London’s past and see weavers, printmakers,<br />

blacksmiths and farmers demonstrate their<br />

trades <strong>of</strong> the past.<br />

Grand Theatre<br />

Phone: 519-672-8800<br />

www.grandtheatre.com<br />

London’s Grand Theatre is nationally<br />

renowned and presents plays from September<br />

to May. The company also hosts occasional<br />

outdoor arts attractions such as the National<br />

Ballet <strong>of</strong> Canada. Located at 471 Richmond<br />

Street Box Office.<br />

Hockey<br />

www.londonknights.com<br />

London is home to the <strong>Ontario</strong> Hockey<br />

League and Memorial Cup Champions, the<br />

London Knights.<br />

J ohn Labatt Center (JLC)<br />

Phone: 519-667-5700<br />

www.johnlabattcentre.com<br />

Newly opened in October 2002, this<br />

facility is home to the London Knights and<br />

hosts many sporting and entertainment<br />

events (including Billy Talent, Jay-Z, Jerry<br />

Seinfeld, Bill Clinton, Harlem Globetrotters<br />

and John Mayer to name a few!) Located at<br />

99 Dundas Street.<br />

London Public Library<br />

www.londonpubliclibrary.ca<br />

With 16 comfortable locations, knowledgeable<br />

and friendly staff and extensive collections <strong>of</strong><br />

material for enjoyment, learning and growth and is<br />

your community hub.<br />

Locations closest to campus:<br />

Cherryhill: 301 Oxford St. W.<br />

London Central Library: 251 Dundas St.<br />

Sherwood: 1225 Wonderland Rd. N.<br />

London Tourism<br />

www.londontourism.ca<br />

This website provides information on<br />

Public Libraries, Community Centers, Local<br />

Attractions, Restaurants, Shopping Malls,<br />

Programs & Activities, and Sports Facilities.<br />

Museums and Art Galleries<br />

www.london.ca/d.aspx?s=/Museums_and_Historic_<br />

Sites/default.htm<br />

London has many museums including:<br />

• Archival Teaching & Research Museum<br />

• Banting House National Historic Site<br />

• Canadian Medical Hall <strong>of</strong> Fame<br />

• Eldon House<br />

• Fanshawe Pioneer Village<br />

• Museum <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> Archaeology<br />

• London Regional Children’s Museum<br />

• Museum London<br />

www.museumlondon.ca<br />

• Royal Canadian Regiment Museum<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Parks<br />

www.ontarioparks.com<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> has an abundance <strong>of</strong> beautiful<br />

provincial parks that make outstanding<br />

day trips (Pinery Provincial Park) as well<br />

as excellent vacations and scenic holidays<br />

(Algonquin).<br />

Storybook Gardens<br />

Phone: 519-661-5770<br />

www.storybook.london.ca<br />

(Located inside Springbank Park)<br />

An extremely popular children’s attraction<br />

<strong>of</strong> Southwestern <strong>Ontario</strong> located in London.<br />

Open year-round!<br />

Summer Festivals<br />

www.londontourism.ca<br />

London <strong>of</strong>fers many excellent summer<br />

festivals including Sunfest, Rock the Park,<br />

Home County Folk Festival, Rib Fest, the<br />

International Food Festival and more.<br />

City <strong>of</strong> London<br />

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Dining on Campus<br />

Campus Meal Plan<br />

Phone: 519-661-3957<br />

www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/mealplan/students.htm<br />

Main Floor UCC<br />

Put money on your <strong>Western</strong> ONECard and save!<br />

The Flex Plan<br />

Save 5% on EVERY food purchase, EVERY<br />

time you use your account in any Hospitality<br />

Services eatery on campus.<br />

The Tax-Exempt Plan<br />

SAVE up to 18%! Pay no HST on most food<br />

purchases in any Hospitality Services eatery on<br />

campus PLUS receive an additional 5% discount<br />

on EVERY purchase.<br />

Rez Meal Plan<br />

If you live in Residence, your Meal Plan is<br />

divided into two accounts - your Rez $ (taxexempt)<br />

and your Flex $ (taxable). You can dine<br />

in all main campus Residence Dining Halls as<br />

well as the Campus Eateries using your Rez $ -<br />

with your tax-exempt status. Flex $ can be used<br />

to purchase beverages and confectionary items,<br />

for on-campus vending, for home delivery and<br />

for dining out at specific local establishments.<br />

Grad Club<br />

www.uwo.ca/sogs/gradclub<br />

The Grad Club has just the right option for<br />

you, whether you’re looking for an energizing<br />

breakfast, a healthy lunch, a late-night<br />

snack, a delicious spread for your<br />

special event, a relaxing pint, or even<br />

just a cup <strong>of</strong> c<strong>of</strong>fee. It is located in the<br />

Basement <strong>of</strong> Middlesex College.<br />

Great Hall Catering<br />

www.greathallcatering.ca<br />

Your event will be designed specifically for<br />

you by our creative team <strong>of</strong> award-winning<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essionals, translating any theme through<br />

food, ambience and decor. We will create the<br />

ideal menu to enhance the distinctive spirit<br />

<strong>of</strong> your occasion in a friendly, efficient and<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional manner.<br />

Michael’s Dining Room<br />

Phone: 519-661-4080 | Room 3340 Somerville House<br />

www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/michaels<br />

Buffet Lunch<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday-Friday: 11:30am - 2:00pm<br />

Saturday-Sunday: Closed<br />

Closed in the Summer.<br />

The Spoke, USC<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/spoke<br />

Main Floor UCC<br />

The Spoke provides students with the only<br />

true lounge space on campus. Complete with<br />

leather couches, a huge projection TV, and the<br />

best wireless signal in the building. Seven days<br />

a week, we <strong>of</strong>fer great food at even better prices,<br />

including fresh oven-baked pizza and <strong>of</strong> course<br />

The Spoke’s famous CLT.<br />

The Wave, USC<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/wave | Second Floor UCC<br />

The Wave is a wonderful place to eat great sit<br />

down restaurant meals at a fair price. The Wave<br />

is proudly a student-run restaurant and bar<br />

that provides space for live theatre and musical<br />

performances.<br />

Windermere Café<br />

Phone: 519-858-1414 | www.windermeremanor.com<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday to Friday: 7am - 9pm<br />

Saturday and Sunday: 8am - 9pm<br />

Experience the intimate yet informal<br />

Windermere’s Café. Enjoy year-round patio<br />

service in our enclosed patio at Windermere’s<br />

Café. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and<br />

Dinner. Windermere’s Café also features<br />

Sunday Brunch. Visit our menus online.<br />

On Campus and Affiliate Places to Eat**<br />

Althouse College<br />

R.U. Hungry<br />

• Domino’s Pizza<br />

• Just Like Home<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

Elborn College<br />

Betty’s<br />

• Just Like Home<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

Engineering<br />

By Design<br />

• Tim Hortons*<br />

Labatt Health Sciences<br />

• Tim Hortons*<br />

Law School<br />

Chambers<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

Medical Sciences Centre<br />

Between Appointments<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Made in Japan<br />

• Pita Pit<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

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Brescia<br />

• See Brescia section<br />

Huron<br />

• See Huron section<br />

King’s<br />

• See King’s section<br />

Natural Sciences Centre<br />

Einstein’s<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Starbucks<br />

Nucleus<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Made in Japan<br />

• Mucho Burrito<br />

• Pizza Pizza<br />

• Tim Hortons*<br />

North Campus Building<br />

• Extreme Pita<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Starbucks<br />

• Tim Hortons*<br />

Ivey School <strong>of</strong> Business<br />

Enterprise<br />

• Domino’s Pizza<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

**Concepts may be subject to change.<br />

Social Science<br />

Encounters<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Starbucks<br />

• Tim Hortons*<br />

Somerville House<br />

Lucy’s<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Made in Japan<br />

• Pita Pit<br />

• Pizza Pizza<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

Michael’s Dining Room<br />

• Reservations<br />

recommended:<br />

519-661-4080<br />

• Michaels@uwo.ca<br />

Support Services Building<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• The Perfect Parfait<br />

• Salad Bistro<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

Talbot College<br />

Encore Cafe<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Pizza Pizza<br />

• TC’s Grill<br />

• Tim Hortons<br />

*Tim Hortons – Full Menu<br />

A map <strong>of</strong> campus eateries can be found at www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/eateries/map_full.htm<br />

The D.B. Weldon Library<br />

Quotes<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Starbucks<br />

• The Perfect Parfait<br />

UCC<br />

Centre Spot Food Court<br />

• Booster Juice<br />

• Extreme Pita<br />

• Harvey’s<br />

• Just Like Home<br />

• Manchu Wok<br />

• Pizza Pizza<br />

• Salad Bistro<br />

• Subway<br />

• Tim Hortons* (lower)<br />

• Tim Hortons* (upper)<br />

• Williams C<strong>of</strong>fee Pub<br />

Spoke<br />

Wave<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation<br />

Centre<br />

• Freshens Smoothie Co.<br />

• Lifestyles<br />

• Starbucks<br />

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Green Initiatives<br />

Environment & Sustainability:<br />

Green Initiatives on Campus<br />

Get Involved<br />

<strong>Western</strong> students are encouraged to ‘own<br />

the campus’ while they study here. There<br />

are opportunities through organized<br />

groups, such as Enviro<strong>Western</strong>, awareness<br />

campaigns, such as Earth Day, and<br />

green events and initiatives, such as the<br />

Sustainability Stakeholders Forum. Be active<br />

and get involved!<br />

Here are some examples <strong>of</strong> initiatives <strong>of</strong><br />

environmental sustainability on campus:<br />

• Fluorescent bulbs in the Residences<br />

• Earth Hour Participation<br />

• Battery Recovery<br />

• Plastic Bags Reduction<br />

• Fluorescent lighting tubes<br />

• Indoor and Outdoor Composting<br />

• Earth Day - Campus Clean up<br />

• Paint Recycling<br />

• Residence Garage Sale<br />

• 100% Recycled Bathroom Tissue<br />

• Eateries Reducing Paper & Packaging<br />

Awareness<br />

http://sustainability.uwo.ca<br />

• Earth Day Colloquium<br />

• <strong>Western</strong>’s Green Awards<br />

• Enviro<strong>Western</strong>’s Sustainability<br />

Stakeholders Forum<br />

• Environmental Committees & Groups<br />

Enviroweek<br />

See the Campus Events section in this guide.<br />

Enviro<strong>Western</strong><br />

See the Volunteer and Clubs section in this guide.<br />

Enviro<strong>Western</strong> Projects<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/envirowestern/Projects.html<br />

Graduate Program(s)<br />

Environment & Sustainability<br />

• Master’s <strong>of</strong> Environment &<br />

Sustainability<br />

• Collaborative Research Program<br />

Green Infrastructure<br />

www.uwo.ca/ppd/sustainability/id_infrastructure.html<br />

• Claudette McKay-Lassonde Pavilion<br />

(LEED)<br />

• <strong>Western</strong> Environmental Systems<br />

(WES)<br />

• The Sherwood Fox Arboretum<br />

Online <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong><br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

To reduce the amount <strong>of</strong> paper used, the Office<br />

<strong>of</strong> the Registrar has moved to producing only<br />

an online version <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong> for<br />

students saving more than 11 million sheets <strong>of</strong><br />

paper each year.<br />

Research<br />

www.uwo.ca/ppd/sustainability/<br />

id_research.html<br />

• Centre for Environment and<br />

Sustainability<br />

• The Insurance Research Lab for<br />

Better Homes<br />

• Wind Engineering, Energy and<br />

Environment (WindEEE)<br />

• Biotron – Experimental Climate<br />

Change Research Facility<br />

• Bioindustrial Innovation Centre<br />

• Centre for Building Sustainable<br />

Value<br />

• Research Network for Business<br />

Sustainability<br />

Student Projects<br />

www.uwo.ca/ppd/sustainability/id_students.<br />

html<br />

• SunStang<br />

• Purple Bikes Co-op/Share<br />

• Trashion Show<br />

• Farmers Market (Brescia)<br />

• Quadrangle Beautification Project<br />

Sustainability Projects<br />

<strong>Western</strong> has developed a strong<br />

foundation <strong>of</strong> sustainable projects<br />

and continues to pursue the latest in<br />

environmental protocol. Through ec<strong>of</strong>ocused<br />

academic programs, research and<br />

campus initiatives, <strong>Western</strong> is committed<br />

to investing in the future. Here are some<br />

examples <strong>of</strong> feature initiatives from the past<br />

year:<br />

• Furniture & Equipment Recycling<br />

Program (FERP)<br />

• UWO Book Store/Books Plus Plastic<br />

Bag Phase-out<br />

• Windermere Apiary<br />

• Lighting Retr<strong>of</strong>it/Daylight Harvesting/<br />

Sensors<br />

• 3rd Annual I.D.E.A.s Conference<br />

• Indoor & Outdoor Composting<br />

Transportation<br />

www.uwo.ca/ppd/sustainability/id_transportation.html<br />

• Student Bus Pass<br />

• Purple Bikes Program<br />

Email:purplebikes.london@gmail.com<br />

• Dedicated Pedestrian and Bike Routes<br />

• Carpooling Program<br />

• <strong>University</strong> Owned Hybrid Vehicles<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Program(s)<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Environmental Science, Faculty <strong>of</strong> Science<br />

• Honors Specialization in<br />

Environmental Science, Major in<br />

Environmental Science, Specialization<br />

in Environmental Science, Minor in<br />

Environmental Science<br />

Environmental Studies, Faculty <strong>of</strong> Social<br />

Science<br />

• Major in Population Studies, Minor in<br />

Environment and Culture<br />

Environmental Engineering, Faculty <strong>of</strong><br />

Engineering<br />

• Environmental Option <strong>of</strong> the Civil<br />

Engineering<br />

• The Department <strong>of</strong> Chemical and<br />

Biochemical Engineering, Five-year<br />

concurrent degree leading to a B.E.Sc.<br />

degree in Chemical Engineering and<br />

(three year) B.Sc. degree with a Major<br />

in Environmental Science<br />

Green Process Engineering Under<strong>graduate</strong><br />

Program, Faculty <strong>of</strong> Engineering<br />

• Upon completing <strong>Western</strong><br />

Engineering’s Common First Year,<br />

students can apply to the Green<br />

Process Engineering program. Once<br />

accepted, students will develop<br />

the necessary skills to design green<br />

products and processes by combining<br />

and applying principles<br />

<strong>of</strong> chemical, biochemical<br />

and environmental<br />

engineering.<br />

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Excellence & High Achievement<br />

Admission to <strong>Western</strong><br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

Thinking <strong>of</strong> applying to <strong>Western</strong>? Read up<br />

on the academic requirements <strong>of</strong> your program<br />

<strong>of</strong> choice and any other program-specific details.<br />

Visit www.welcome.uwo.ca/preview/admissions<br />

for more information.<br />

Faculty and Staff Awards<br />

At <strong>Western</strong> there are many ways to recognize<br />

high achievement.<br />

Faculty<br />

If you have an outstanding pr<strong>of</strong>essor and<br />

want to recognize them for their work inside and<br />

outside the classroom, visit www.uwc.uwo.ca/<br />

teaching_awards and www.uwo.ca/univsec/<br />

senate/sutaregs.pdf. These awards are intended<br />

to provide support and recognition for the<br />

innovative teaching methods demonstrated by<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s finest faculty members.<br />

Staff<br />

If you know <strong>of</strong> an outstanding individual or<br />

team who help to exemplify <strong>Western</strong>’s aim <strong>of</strong><br />

providing the Best Student Experience among<br />

Canada’s leading research-intensive universities,<br />

nominate them for the <strong>Western</strong> Award <strong>of</strong><br />

Excellence. Past winners and nomination forms<br />

can be viewed at www.uwo.ca/pvp/recognition.<br />

Graduate Student Teaching<br />

Awards<br />

Each year, students and course instructors<br />

are able to recognize outstanding <strong>graduate</strong><br />

student TA’s by nominating them for a Graduate<br />

Student Teaching Award. Recipients are selected<br />

by committee, based on the results <strong>of</strong> standard<br />

evaluations and written comments provided by<br />

nominees’ students. Visit www.uwo.ca/sogs/<br />

Programs/gstaForm.html to nominate and for<br />

more information.<br />

Phone: 519-661-2111 ext. 82682<br />

Email: scholars_electives@uwo.ca<br />

www.ScholarsElectives.uwo.ca<br />

Looking for a unique scholarly experience?<br />

Hoping to be involved with university research<br />

before <strong>graduate</strong> school? Our Scholar’s Electives<br />

program is designed for high-achieving, selfdirected<br />

students interested in pursuing an<br />

interdisciplinary academic experience.<br />

Being a Scholar’s electives student gives you<br />

the ability to create a module theme such as<br />

multiculturalism or bioethics. Prospective<br />

students must submit a supplementary<br />

application form to the Scholar’s Elective<br />

program by March 1, 2011. Please note that<br />

this option is not available to current students.<br />

Upper year students who wish to discuss this<br />

program should contact the program <strong>of</strong>fice<br />

directly. This program is run through The<br />

Student Success Centre.<br />

Scholarships<br />

See the Scholarships and Awards section.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Scholars<br />

Phone: 519-661-2111 ext. 82682<br />

Email: western_scholars@uwo.ca<br />

success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/scholars/westernscholars/<br />

High achieving students entering first<br />

year can participate in <strong>Western</strong>’s “honors<br />

society” known as <strong>Western</strong> Scholars, <strong>of</strong>fered<br />

by The Student Success Centre. As a <strong>Western</strong><br />

Scholar, you can participate in service<br />

learning initiatives throughout the <strong>University</strong><br />

and London community, special events and<br />

extra–curricular activities throughout the<br />

year. You will have excellent opportunities to<br />

connect with Associate Deans, pr<strong>of</strong>essors and<br />

social and cultural leaders by being part <strong>of</strong> this<br />

society. To be eligible, you must be entering<br />

<strong>Western</strong> as a full-time student with a final high<br />

school admission average <strong>of</strong> at least 90 per cent.<br />

To retain the <strong>Western</strong> Scholars designation, you<br />

must achieve a sessional average at <strong>Western</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

at least 80 per cent with no mark less than 65<br />

per cent with a full course load. This program is<br />

open to students in all under<strong>graduate</strong> programs.<br />

Excellence & High<br />

achievement<br />

Graduating Awards and<br />

Medals<br />

www.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/schol/medals.pdf<br />

Gold medals are awarded to the top<br />

graduating students at Spring Convocation by<br />

the Dean’s Office in each Faculty. A gold medal<br />

is awarded to the top student in each Honors<br />

Specialization module and in each Major <strong>of</strong> an<br />

Honors Double Major. In addition, one gold<br />

medal is given to the top student in a 3 year<br />

Bachelor degree and a 4 Year Bachelor degree<br />

for a Specialization and a Major module.<br />

Scholar’s Electives<br />

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Fees & Financial aid<br />

Fees & Financial Aid<br />

Account Balance<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/feesrefunds/tuition-account/<br />

Students can check their fee account balance<br />

online at student.uwo.ca. You will need your<br />

student account login and password to access<br />

this information.<br />

Bursaries<br />

Bursaries are non-repayable grants.<br />

Assessments are based on financial need and<br />

entitlements range from $250 to $4,000.<br />

How do I apply?<br />

Admission bursaries: Applications are available<br />

online at www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/<br />

student-finances/bursaries. Applicants will<br />

receive notification by email (provided on<br />

application) or by letter.<br />

Upper Year Bursaries: To apply, go to<br />

studentservices.uwo.ca. Select “MyPresent.”<br />

Under the “Financial” section, you will see “click<br />

here to apply.” Once you are in the application,<br />

you can choose to apply for bursary, need-based<br />

awards, workstudy or any combination there<strong>of</strong>.<br />

In February, students will be issued a T4A<br />

for bursary assistance received in the previous<br />

taxation year.<br />

Fee Deadlines<br />

See ‘Tuition’ in this section.<br />

Fees<br />

See ‘Tuition’ in this section.<br />

Financial Aid Appointments<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

How do I arrange an appointment with my<br />

financial aid counsellor?<br />

Every Friday at 9am, the appointment<br />

schedule opens up for the following week. Call<br />

the Helpline at 519-661-2100 or visit Room<br />

1120 in the <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building<br />

to schedule an appointment for the following<br />

week. Appointments book up quickly. You<br />

can now check the time <strong>of</strong> your upcoming<br />

appointments through our services section –<br />

simply login at studentservices.uwo.ca.<br />

Financial Assistance<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

counselling/<br />

Student Financial Aid Officers are financial<br />

counsellors who assist students and provide<br />

them with options to ensure they are able to<br />

continue their academic studies at <strong>Western</strong>. If<br />

you would like to consult with a counsellor,<br />

appointments can be made by calling<br />

519-661-2100 during hours <strong>of</strong> operation.<br />

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Graduate Bursaries<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

grad.uwo.ca/financial_support.htm<br />

Graduate bursaries are targeted towards<br />

students registered in certain Category II<br />

programs (Non-Funded Education M.Ed.,<br />

Engineering Science M.Eng., Environment<br />

and Sustainability M.E.S., Communication<br />

Sciences and Disorders (M.Cl.Sc), Journalism<br />

M.A., Library and Information Science M.L.I.S.,<br />

Masters <strong>of</strong> Nursing (Nurse Practitioner),<br />

Occupational Therapy (M.Sc. (OT)), Physical<br />

Therapy (M.P.T., M.Cl.Sc), Public Administration<br />

M.P.A.) The bursaries contribute towards the<br />

differential between Category I and Category<br />

II tuition fees for those students demonstrating<br />

un-met financial need through an OSAP-type<br />

needs-assessment.<br />

Methods <strong>of</strong> Payment<br />

Tuition payments can be made through<br />

internet banking using The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> - Tuition for the payee as the<br />

name <strong>of</strong> the payee and your student number<br />

as the account number. As well, payments by<br />

money order, cheque or debit are accepted at<br />

Student Central. Please note credit cards are<br />

not accepted.<br />

Need Based Awards<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

scholarships-awards/need-based-awards/; Application<br />

for Bursaries available at studentservices.uwo.ca under<br />

‘myPresent’.<br />

Need based awards are usually funded by<br />

individual donors or corporations. They are<br />

awarded based on a combination <strong>of</strong> financial<br />

need and other criteria set by the donor, such<br />

as academic merit or community involvement.<br />

Students who apply for a bursary using the<br />

Financial Assistance Pr<strong>of</strong>ile are automatically<br />

considered for any need based award for which<br />

they are eligible. The deadline to apply for a<br />

need based award using the Financial Assistance<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>ile is September 30 for the Faculty <strong>of</strong><br />

Engineering, and October 31 for all other<br />

faculties. This pr<strong>of</strong>ile is usually available in mid-<br />

August.<br />

In February, students will be issued a T4A<br />

for need based awards received in the previous<br />

taxation year.<br />

OSAP<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

1-877-672-7411 (for OSAP government <strong>of</strong>fice)<br />

www.osap.gov.on.ca<br />

The <strong>Ontario</strong> Student Assistance Program<br />

(OSAP) provides loans, grants, scholarships, and<br />

bursaries to <strong>Ontario</strong> postsecondary students. For<br />

more detailed loan pick-up information, please<br />

check the Registrar’s website at www.registrar.<br />

uwo.ca<br />

To apply for OSAP you must fill out an online<br />

application at: http://osap.gov.on.ca. If<br />

you cannot apply on-line, a $10 processing fee<br />

applies for booklet application. Government<br />

issued photo ID and SIN card MUST be<br />

provided when picking up and processing loans.<br />

OSAP pick-up is available in September and<br />

September 8-11 in the Great Hall. Check your<br />

uwo email in late august or early september for<br />

more details.<br />

How do I keep my OSAP loans in good<br />

standing? Are they Interest Free?<br />

Loans remain interest free while you are a<br />

full-time student. If you do not require OSAP<br />

in a given academic year and you remain a fulltime<br />

student, you need to fill out a Continuation<br />

<strong>of</strong> Interest Free Status form so the government<br />

does not put your loans into repayment.<br />

Downloadable forms are available at http://osap.<br />

gov.on.ca<br />

Paying Fees<br />

See ‘Tuition’ in this section.<br />

Refundable Fees<br />

Students may opt out <strong>of</strong> some fees such as<br />

the health plan and the faculty donation fees.<br />

See Student Donation Fee in this section and<br />

USC Health Plan in the Health and Wellness<br />

section.<br />

Refunds<br />

The amount <strong>of</strong> tuition refunded decreases<br />

incrementally after the first week <strong>of</strong> classes.<br />

To check out the complete refund rate<br />

schedule visit www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.<br />

cfm/student-finances/fees-refunds/refundschedules/<br />

Senior Citizen Bursary<br />

See the <strong>Academic</strong> Information section in this guide.<br />

Student Donation Fee<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg141.html<br />

Full-time students in certain faculties have<br />

initiated student donations to augment tuition<br />

and activity fees. The allocation <strong>of</strong> these<br />

donations is determined by the appropriate<br />

student group. The amount <strong>of</strong> the donation<br />

may vary among faculties. The fee, which is<br />

included on the statement <strong>of</strong> account, must be<br />

paid in full. If you subsequently wish to opt out


Affiliate students should consult with their <strong>University</strong> College for more specific details<br />

<strong>of</strong> paying this fee, contact the Dean’s Office <strong>of</strong><br />

your faculty before September 30 <strong>of</strong> the current<br />

academic year. If you still owed tuition by the<br />

end <strong>of</strong> November, your opt out fee would be<br />

deducted from your tuition. If not, an email<br />

would be sent to you telling you to pick up a<br />

cheque sometime around the end <strong>of</strong> November.<br />

At the end <strong>of</strong> February, Advancement<br />

Services will issue an <strong>of</strong>ficial income tax<br />

receipt to students who paid the donation<br />

in full. Students can use this receipt to claim<br />

a credit on their income tax returns. For<br />

further information, contact the appropriate<br />

Dean’s Office or Advancement Services or visit<br />

your faculty website (see Important Contacts<br />

section in this guide).<br />

Taxes<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

tax-receipts/<br />

T2202A slip<br />

All T2202As for the years from 2000<br />

onwards are available at student.uwo.ca<br />

for students to view and print. T2202As for<br />

2010 will be available by February 28, 2011.<br />

Students will require their student ID number<br />

and Acces Code (formerly PIN), or UWO email<br />

and password to access the information.<br />

T4A Slips<br />

All T4As are mailed to the most recent<br />

address on file with the Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar<br />

in February for the previous calendar year. All<br />

recipients <strong>of</strong> OGS/OGSST, NSERC and SSHRC<br />

that is paid monthly (i.e. Graduate students)<br />

can contact Human Resources 519-661-2194<br />

for their T4A form. The Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar<br />

does NOT issue these. Graduate students<br />

who receive NSERC, IPS payments or other<br />

scholarships through the School <strong>of</strong> Graduate<br />

and Postdoctoral Studies will receive their T4A<br />

forms by mail.<br />

Textbook and<br />

Technology Grant<br />

ontario.ca/OSAP<br />

The Textbook and Technology Grant helps<br />

students pay for textbooks and computer<br />

costs. The grant is $150 per academic year for<br />

full-time students qualifying for OSAP who<br />

are attending a provincially funded college or<br />

university in Canada.<br />

Full-time students receiving OSAP do not<br />

need to apply for the grant. They will receive<br />

a grant cheque by mail to the address on their<br />

OSAP application.<br />

Tuition<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

fees-refunds/<br />

Deadlines<br />

For September, the deadline for first year<br />

students is August 3. The deadline for upper<br />

year students is August 16. The second<br />

installment is due January 3. For Summer, the<br />

deadline is May 16, 2011.<br />

For all <strong>of</strong> the above, specific deadlines can<br />

be found at www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/<br />

student-finances/fees-refunds/<br />

View your account balance and tuition<br />

deadline at http://student.uwo.ca/ In Finances,<br />

click on Detailed Statement <strong>of</strong> Account. Payment<br />

can be made through Internet banking through<br />

major Canadian banks, or by cheque or money<br />

order payable to the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Ontario</strong>. If you are arranging payment from<br />

outside Canada visit www.registrar.uwo.ca/<br />

index.cfm/student-finances/fees-refunds/<br />

payment-information.<br />

Paying with OSAP<br />

If you wish to pay your tuition fees with your<br />

OSAP loan you must apply for OSAP by June<br />

30. If your OSAP entitlement is not sufficient<br />

to cover your first installment <strong>of</strong> tuition fees,<br />

you are responsible for paying your difference<br />

by the due date. If you pay in two installments<br />

(September and January) with your OSAP you<br />

will be charged the $54.00 deferment charge.<br />

Note: OSAP loans are issued in 2 installments,<br />

60% in September and the remainder in January.<br />

Paying Your Tuition and Fees<br />

Students should check their account balance<br />

online through student.uwo.ca. A PIN and<br />

student number is needed to access this site. A<br />

hard copy <strong>of</strong> your fee bill will not be mailed.<br />

Tuition fees for first-year students are due August<br />

3. They are due August 16 for all upper year<br />

students. You must check your account balance<br />

online.<br />

I made a payment @ the bank or online & it<br />

isn’t showing…<br />

Wait two weeks from the time you made<br />

your payment. If it has been longer than two<br />

weeks, go back to your bank and trace your<br />

funds. Keep checking student.uwo.ca to see<br />

if your fees are posted.<br />

Fee Deferment<br />

Students using OSAP to pay their tuition<br />

fees and who have an assessment that covers<br />

the first installment fully, will be granted<br />

an automatic fee deferral until the loans are<br />

available in September. The second installment<br />

<strong>of</strong> tuition will be due in January. Students<br />

receiving OSAP funding may wish to pay<br />

in two installments. Information about fee<br />

deferment will be available on the fee bill.<br />

Students can avoid the deferment fee if full<br />

tuition is paid by September 30.<br />

Avoiding Additional Charges<br />

Avoid late charges by paying the full amount<br />

<strong>of</strong> tuition by the deadline date. Be sure to contact<br />

Student Financial Services if you have any<br />

questions about fee payment.<br />

How to Make a Tuition Fee Payment<br />

Payments for tuition fees can be made via<br />

internet banking through any Canadian bank.<br />

Your student number is your account number<br />

for internet payments. Be sure to pay in advance<br />

<strong>of</strong> the due date to ensure payment is received<br />

on time/by the deadline. Students can pay in<br />

person at Student Central located in the <strong>Western</strong><br />

Student Services Building with cheque or debit.<br />

Wire transfers for students out <strong>of</strong> country can<br />

be made. Please visit our Fees area for more<br />

information at: www.registrar.uwo.ca/studentfinances/fees-refunds/payment-information.<br />

Scholarship Payment<br />

First-year scholarships are not confirmed<br />

until after first-year fees are due. Students<br />

in scholarship contention should pay the<br />

full amount <strong>of</strong> their tuition fees or their first<br />

installment to avoid late payment charges. When<br />

the scholarship is confirmed, it will be applied<br />

to your tuition account by September 30. If this<br />

results in a credit on your account, a cheque will<br />

be issued at the end <strong>of</strong> October.<br />

Work Study<br />

See the Careers & Employment section in this guide.<br />

Sample Under<strong>graduate</strong> Budget 2010-11*<br />

On Campus Living at Home (London) Living Off Campus<br />

Tuition & Fees $6,100 - $9,700 $6,100 - $9,700 $6,100 - $9,700<br />

Books & Supplies $1,500 $1,500 $1,500<br />

Residence & Food $5,760 - $10,000 $0 $0<br />

Rent $600/mth $0 $0 $4,800<br />

Food $350/mth $0 $1,400 $2,800<br />

Utilities/Cable $100/mth 0 0 Full Time<br />

$800<br />

Internet/Phone $280 $640 $640<br />

Personal $100/mth $800 $800 $800<br />

Local Transportation $0 (bus pass included in tuition) $0 (bus pass included in tuition) $0 (bus pass included in tuition)<br />

Transportation Home $350 $125 $350<br />

Clothing $50/mth $400 $400 $400<br />

Entertainment $100/mth $800 $800 $800<br />

Laundry $25/mth 200 0 200<br />

Total $16,190-24,030 $11,765-15,365 $19,190-22,790<br />

*All figures are rough estimates and need to be adjusted for the individual student’s particular situation. Based on the 8 month<br />

(September – April) academic year.<br />

Fees & Financial aid<br />

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Graduate & Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Programs<br />

Graduate and<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional programs<br />

Certificates and Diplomas<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg279.html<br />

Admission Deadlines for Diploma and<br />

Certificate Programs<br />

The admission deadlines for diploma and<br />

certificate programs <strong>of</strong>fered by Continuing<br />

Studies at <strong>Western</strong> will be January 15 or<br />

March 1. Please visit our website for a list <strong>of</strong><br />

programs and application deadlines.<br />

Continuing Studies<br />

Phone: 519-661-3658<br />

www.uwo.ca/cstudies<br />

As the educational bridge between the<br />

<strong>University</strong> and the community, Continuing<br />

Studies at <strong>Western</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers courses and<br />

programs in pr<strong>of</strong>essional and personal<br />

development, post-degree diploma and<br />

certificate programs, and summer French<br />

Immersion courses in Quebec.<br />

Post-Degree Diploma Programs are<br />

typically one full year in length and<br />

link career-specific skills with the more<br />

theoretical knowledge obtained in<br />

under<strong>graduate</strong> studies. Courses are taught<br />

by pr<strong>of</strong>essionals in the field, and hands-on<br />

work placements in most <strong>of</strong> our programs<br />

add valuable experience to your degree.<br />

Certificate programs are designed for<br />

practitioners with a minimum <strong>of</strong> two years<br />

experience in a related field and are designed<br />

to help practitioners improve their skillset<br />

while attaining a recognized university<br />

credential.<br />

DAT, Dentistry<br />

www.cda-adc.ca/en/dental_pr<strong>of</strong>ession/dat/index.asp<br />

Applicants to the Dentistry Program<br />

must take the Dental Aptitude Test (DAT)<br />

administered by the Canadian Dental<br />

Association. Online registration now open for<br />

the November 2010 and February 2011 DAT.<br />

Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

School Fair<br />

success.uwo.ca/success/index.cfm/calendar/<br />

<strong>graduate</strong>-and-pr<strong>of</strong>essional-school-fair/<br />

Thursday October 28th, 2010<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre<br />

Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional School<br />

opportunities are very diverse in today’s world.<br />

Educational Recruiters will be promoting<br />

<strong>graduate</strong> and pr<strong>of</strong>essional school programs<br />

available at their institution. There will be a<br />

wide variety <strong>of</strong> educational programs available.<br />

Graduate School<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Graduate & Postdoctoral<br />

Studies, <strong>Western</strong><br />

Phone: 519-661-2102<br />

www.grad.uwo.ca<br />

http://grad.uwo.ca/prospective_students/<br />

programs.cfm<br />

Deadlines: Applicants are urged to consult<br />

with the <strong>graduate</strong> program(s) <strong>of</strong> interest at the<br />

earliest possible date. Many programs have<br />

closing dates for acceptance <strong>of</strong> new students<br />

that may be six to seven months earlier<br />

than you might anticipate. Many Graduate<br />

Programs have their own specific admission<br />

and application requirements aside from the<br />

general ones. It is very important to review the<br />

information regarding your program <strong>of</strong> interest.<br />

At <strong>Western</strong> we <strong>of</strong>fer services and programs that<br />

enhance our <strong>graduate</strong> students’ experiences<br />

and provide a supportive and stimulating<br />

academic environment. We <strong>of</strong>fer a perfect<br />

blend <strong>of</strong> structure and flexibility allowing our<br />

<strong>graduate</strong> students to develop personally and<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essionally in an enriching and collaborative<br />

environment.<br />

GRE, Graduate Programs<br />

www.ets.org/gre<br />

Test dates in London: October 23, 2010,<br />

November 20, 2010, February 12, 2011.<br />

Second-level entry Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Programs<br />

Graduate Teaching Assistant<br />

Programming<br />

Phone: 519-661-2111 ext. 84624<br />

www.uwo.ca/tsc/teaching_assistant_program.html<br />

The Teaching Assistant Training Program is a<br />

hands-on, two-and-a-half- day session taught by<br />

current Teaching Assistants (TAs) and designed<br />

for new TAs embarking on their teaching careers.<br />

Learn about fair grading practices, diversity in<br />

the classroom, lecturing, and giving students<br />

feedback on written work.<br />

Choose from concurrent sessions designed<br />

to meet your specific discipline-related teaching<br />

needs such as vocal health for lecturers or using<br />

small group discussion methods in the classroom<br />

for tutorial leaders. Get real-time, hands-on<br />

teaching experience in our unique microteaching<br />

sessions, where you can try out your<br />

teaching skills and techniques with a small group<br />

<strong>of</strong> your peers and receive helpful, constructive<br />

feedback. At the end <strong>of</strong> the session, you’ll receive<br />

a certificate as evidence <strong>of</strong> your commitment to<br />

the development <strong>of</strong> your knowledge and skill as<br />

a teacher.<br />

GMAT, MBA<br />

www.mba.com/mba/thegmat<br />

Dates vary so you will need to make an<br />

appointment.<br />

LSAT, Law<br />

www.lsac.org/LSAT/test-dates-deadlines.asp<br />

Saturday, October 9, 2010<br />

Saturday, December 11, 2010<br />

Saturday, February 12, 2011<br />

Students may write the LSAT at <strong>Western</strong> or<br />

Fanshawe College.<br />

MCAT, Medicine<br />

www.aamc.org/students/mcat/<br />

London Test Center:<br />

520 First Street, Bay 1, London, ON N5V 3C6<br />

Check website for weekly test dates.<br />

Program Length <strong>of</strong> Study Minimum Admission Average Website for more information Deadline To apply<br />

Business Administration 2 years Competitive average is 80% ivey.uwo.ca/HBA January 31, 2011<br />

Dentistry 4 years Two best years, at least 80% www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry/<br />

average each year December 1, 2010<br />

Education 1 year 70% www.edu.uwo.ca/programs/preservice-education/interested.html December 1*<br />

Law 3 years full time, or Competitive average is A-; GPA 3.7 overall www.law.uwo.ca/Prospective/1styearadmissions.html November 1, 2010<br />

6 years extended time<br />

Medicine 4 years See requirements on website www.fmd.uwo.ca/education/ume/index.php October 15, 2010<br />

Compressed Time-Frame 19 months Minimum 75% on last 10 full course equivalents www.uwo.ca/fhs/nursing/UG/programs/ March 1, 2011<br />

BScN (Nursing) Program<br />

compressed_BScN/index.html<br />

Social Work 2 years (program is <strong>of</strong>fered Minimum 70% www.kings.uwo.ca/socialwork/bsw/admissions February 1, 2011<br />

both full-time and part-time)<br />

Graduate Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Programs<br />

Journalism 1 year 70% average over the last 10 courses www.fims.uwo.ca/journalism/admission/Admission.htm Nov 1, 2010 for first consideration.<br />

Applications will be accepted until<br />

Jan 15, 2011.<br />

Library and Information 1 year 70% average over the last 10 courses www.fims.uwo.ca/mlis/admission/<strong>Academic</strong>-Qualifications.htm Winter Admission Oct 29, 2010<br />

Science Apply early, programs fill up quickly Summer Admission Feb 28, 2011<br />

Fall Admission Jun 30, 2011<br />

Occupational Therapy 2 years Minimum ‘B’ average in the 10 full courses most recently completed www.uwo.ca/fhs/ot/programs/msc_ot/ January 7, 2011<br />

(High B average would be considered competitive.)<br />

application_admission.html<br />

Physical Therapy 2 years Minimum ‘A’ average in the 10 full courses most recently completed www.uwo.ca/fhs/pt/programs/mpt/admissions.html January 7, 2011<br />

*If December 1 falls on a week-end or holiday, then the deadline date will be decided by the Association <strong>of</strong> Education Registrar’s <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> also <strong>of</strong>fers many other <strong>graduate</strong> programs in a full range <strong>of</strong> academic disciplines. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional <strong>graduate</strong> programs require completion<br />

<strong>of</strong> a degree. For a complete list <strong>of</strong> programs visit the School <strong>of</strong> Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies: www.grad.uwo.ca. For specific program<br />

requirements, please reference the academic calendar.<br />

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Graduation<br />

Alumni <strong>Western</strong><br />

Believe us when we say there’s no better<br />

school to <strong>graduate</strong> from than The <strong>University</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. From the moment<br />

you chose <strong>Western</strong>, you joined a tradition<br />

<strong>of</strong> achievement created by more than<br />

260,000 talented alumni worldwide. You are<br />

connected because you share something in<br />

common— your best student experience at<br />

<strong>Western</strong>. Congratulations Class <strong>of</strong> 2011! Take<br />

care and stay connected at www.alumni.<br />

uwo.ca.<br />

Change <strong>of</strong> Address<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

student.uwo.ca<br />

See the Student Central section in this guide.<br />

Convocation DVD<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.convocation.uwo.ca/convocationdvd.pdf<br />

To order a DVD copy <strong>of</strong> your convocation<br />

ceremony for 2008, 2009, 2010, or 2011, go to<br />

www.convocation.uwo.ca. DVD costs are $20<br />

for each ceremony DVD plus mailing charges.<br />

DVDs will be available 4-6 weeks after the<br />

Convocation date. They may also be ordered<br />

in-person at Student Central.<br />

Convocation Receptions<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Alumni Association invites<br />

<strong>graduate</strong>s and their guests to join them in the<br />

UCC atrium for refreshments following your<br />

convocation ceremony. www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

Diplomas<br />

www.convocation.uwo.ca<br />

Diplomas are retained in the Office <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Registrar for two years after Convocation. If<br />

a student did not attend Convocation, your<br />

diploma can be picked up in person from<br />

Student Central, Room 1120 <strong>Western</strong> Student<br />

Services Building. See the Student Central<br />

section for more information.<br />

Deadline: March 15<br />

• Applications to <strong>graduate</strong> at Autumn<br />

Convocation open in early July.<br />

Deadline: September 8<br />

• Applications to <strong>graduate</strong> at the February<br />

In Absentia Convocation open in<br />

December. Deadline: January 22<br />

Accessibility Services and Students<br />

or Guests with a Disability<br />

Candidates with disabilities who require<br />

special arrangements for crossing the stage<br />

(e.g., wheelchair access to stage, assistance<br />

walking across stage) are asked to contact the<br />

Marshal <strong>of</strong> Convocation, c/o Convocation<br />

Board <strong>of</strong> Senate, Room 4101, Stevenson Hall<br />

(519-661-2055), before June 1 for Spring and<br />

October 7 for Autumn, or email nmartine@<br />

uwo.ca with the subject line: Graduation<br />

Accessibility. Regular tickets must be<br />

exchanged for reserved tickets. Extra reserved<br />

tickets will not be issued.<br />

Arrangements for guests (e.g., sign-language<br />

interpreters) must be made by contacting the<br />

Convocation Secretary at 519-661-2055 prior<br />

to June 1 for Spring or October 7 for Autumn.<br />

Extra Tickets<br />

If extra tickets become available for the<br />

Spring ceremonies, they will be released to the<br />

Dean’s Offices in the Faculties. Students should<br />

check with their Faculty to see if extra tickets<br />

are available and how to request them.<br />

Name on Diploma<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong>, Pr<strong>of</strong>essional, Graduate,<br />

and all other graduating students: You must<br />

confirm your name which will appear on your<br />

degree by the deadline to apply to <strong>graduate</strong>.<br />

This deadline to confirm your name applies<br />

even if your program does not require you to<br />

‘apply’ to <strong>graduate</strong> for your particular degree<br />

(e.g. certain Graduate students). Deadlines to<br />

apply are listed in the <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong>.<br />

Mailing Address<br />

Please confirm that your mailing address<br />

is correct on the Student Services website by<br />

September 8th for the Autumn (October)<br />

Ceremony and by March 15th for the Spring<br />

(June) Ceremony. The address posted by this date<br />

is where we will send any Convocation material.<br />

How do I cancel my convocation?<br />

Inability to attend your convocation<br />

ceremony is not a valid reason to cancel<br />

your graduation application. If you have<br />

applied to <strong>graduate</strong> but will not be able to<br />

attend your convocation ceremony, you may<br />

participate in a future ceremony. (e.g. Those<br />

who cannot attend in June may wish to be<br />

a part <strong>of</strong> the Autumn convocation). If you<br />

wish to participate in a future ceremony,<br />

please call 519-661-2100 and ask to be a<br />

‘walk-on’.<br />

If you have already applied to <strong>graduate</strong><br />

and wish to cancel your application,<br />

please go to Room 1120 <strong>Western</strong> Student<br />

Service building and fill out a Graduation<br />

Cancellation form. The deadline to cancel<br />

your graduation application for the Spring<br />

Convocation is May 1st. The deadline to<br />

cancel your graduation application for the<br />

Autumn Convocation is October 1st.<br />

Graduation Requirements<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg123.html<br />

Last Lecture<br />

See the Campus Events section in this guide.<br />

Picking up your Diploma<br />

See Diplomas in this section in this guide.<br />

graduation<br />

Graduating Awards and<br />

Medals<br />

www.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/schol/medals.pdf<br />

See the Excellence and High Achievement section in<br />

this guide.<br />

Graduation<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.convocation.uwo.ca<br />

How to apply?<br />

You must apply to <strong>graduate</strong> on the Student<br />

Center website: student.uwo.ca. Once you<br />

login, from the “Menu” select “Self Service”<br />

then “Graduation” – “Apply for Graduation” –<br />

Please follow the on screen instructions.<br />

• Applications to <strong>graduate</strong> at Spring<br />

Convocation open in early February.<br />

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health & wellness<br />

Health & Wellness<br />

Dental Clinic<br />

For emergency care: 519-661-3331<br />

For an appointment: 519-661-3326<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> students<br />

can receive dental treatment at the Schulich<br />

Dental Clinic conveniently located on campus.<br />

The Dental Clinic provides a wide range <strong>of</strong><br />

emergency, preventive and restorative services<br />

at a reasonable cost.<br />

Eating Disorders<br />

www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/nutrition/eating_<br />

disorders.htm<br />

www.sds.uwo.ca/psych/index.html?eating_d<br />

There are services on campus for students<br />

struggling with eating problems. Psychological<br />

Services at SDC can provide an assessment<br />

<strong>of</strong> current difficulties. During most <strong>of</strong> the<br />

academic year, an assessment will be <strong>of</strong>fered<br />

to you within one week <strong>of</strong> your contact<br />

with us. If appropriate, we will also <strong>of</strong>fer<br />

you psychotherapy for your eating issues.<br />

The waiting time for therapy varies greatly<br />

depending upon the time <strong>of</strong> year. All students<br />

will also be provided referrals.<br />

The following services are available to help<br />

you with your eating problems:<br />

• Student Health Services (Medical and<br />

psychiatric evaluation and treatment)<br />

• USC Nutritionist<br />

• www.hopesgarden.org (information and<br />

support for individuals and their families<br />

and friends).<br />

Food Support Service, USC<br />

Email: usc.food.support@uwo.ca<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=50<br />

For more information, see the Services to<br />

Help You Succeed section in this guide.<br />

Health Plan<br />

See USC Health Plan and UHIP in this section.<br />

Hospitals<br />

Child and Parent Resource Institute (CPRI).................519-858-2774<br />

London Health Sciences Centre ................................519-685-8500<br />

Children’s Hospital <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> .......................519-685-8500<br />

<strong>University</strong> Campus ....................................................519-685-8500<br />

Victoria Campus (South Street & Westminster Sites) .........519-685-8500<br />

St. Joseph’s Health Centre ........................................519-646-6100<br />

Thames Valley Children’s Centre ...............................519-685-8680<br />

Medical Note Policy<br />

www.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/appeals/<br />

accommodation_medical.pdf<br />

A UWO Student Medical Certificate (SMC)<br />

is required when a student visits an <strong>of</strong>fcampus<br />

physician and is requesting academic<br />

accommodation.. This documentation<br />

should be obtained at the time <strong>of</strong> the initial<br />

consultation with the physician or walk-in<br />

clinic. An SMC can be downloaded from<br />

the Medical Documentation heading at<br />

studentservices.uwo.ca. Hard copies are available<br />

from <strong>Academic</strong> Counselling in the Faculties.<br />

Students obtaining documentation from<br />

Student Health Services should sign a “release<br />

<strong>of</strong> information.” This form authorizes Student<br />

Health Services to provide information to<br />

the student’s home Faculty and are available<br />

from the student’s home Faculty <strong>Academic</strong><br />

Counselling service.<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Health Insurance Plan<br />

(OHIP)<br />

www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/ohip/<br />

default.aspx<br />

A resident <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> must have a health<br />

card to show that he or she is entitled to health<br />

care services paid for by OHIP. The Ministry<br />

<strong>of</strong> Health and Long-Term Care pays for a wide<br />

range <strong>of</strong> services. Most <strong>of</strong> your <strong>Ontario</strong> health<br />

benefits are covered across Canada. For more<br />

information, or how to replace your card, visit<br />

the website.<br />

Psychological Services<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/psych<br />

Appointments can be made in person at the<br />

Reception Desk on the 4th floor <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Western</strong><br />

Student Services Building.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Student Development Centre provides<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional, confidential psychological<br />

services free <strong>of</strong> charge to all <strong>Western</strong> students.<br />

We <strong>of</strong>fer the following services: Individual<br />

Counselling; Crisis Counselling; LGBTQ2; Eating<br />

Disorders; Self-Help Library; Workshops.<br />

Rapid HIV Testing<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=80<br />

The <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council will be<br />

providing free anonymous Rapid HIV Testing<br />

for all students. This service is being <strong>of</strong>fered on<br />

an anonymous appointment basis — please<br />

email usc.hiv.testing@uwo.ca with your<br />

preferred date and time for an appointment.<br />

The testing is <strong>of</strong>fered & facilitated by the<br />

Options Clinic <strong>of</strong> London.<br />

Registered Dietitian<br />

Phone: 519-645-1620<br />

Email: noelle@rdservices.ca<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/nutritionist<br />

The <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council has a<br />

consulting dietitian, to work with students at<br />

<strong>Western</strong>, and help them reach their optimal<br />

nutritional status.<br />

Services for UWO students<br />

One on one counselling; Dietary intake<br />

analysis; Grocery Store tours; Recipe analysis;<br />

Sample menus and recipes; Group seminars<br />

and cooking classes.<br />

Student Health Services<br />

Phone: 519-661-3030<br />

www.shs.uwo.ca<br />

Room 11 UCC (lower level)<br />

Student Health Services provides oncampus<br />

health care and counselling, to all<br />

registered part-time and full-time students at<br />

<strong>Western</strong> and Affiliated <strong>University</strong> Colleges.<br />

The clinic is a full service medical clinic<br />

that <strong>of</strong>fers birth control information, allergy<br />

injections, immunization, and sexually<br />

transmitted infection testing. In addition,<br />

on-site counselling, massage therapy,<br />

physiotherapy and laboratory services are<br />

available. Our website provides detailed<br />

information about these services, health<br />

related resources, and assessing your health<br />

and wellbeing. Appointments can be made<br />

by contacting SHS either in person or by<br />

phone.<br />

UHIP<br />

Phone: 519-661-2194<br />

www.uhip.ca<br />

Human Resources, Support Services Building, Level 5<br />

The <strong>University</strong> Health Insurance Plan<br />

(UHIP) was created to <strong>of</strong>fer affordable<br />

insurance to pay the cost <strong>of</strong> the hospital and<br />

medical services international students and<br />

their families might need to maintain their<br />

health while at a participating university in<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong>. Signing up for UHIP coverage is<br />

mandatory for all international students and<br />

the fee is included in the year’s tuition. The<br />

plan covers most <strong>of</strong> what OHIP (<strong>Ontario</strong><br />

Health Insurance Plan) covers, as well costs<br />

usually covered by an extended health care<br />

plan.<br />

UHIP card — where do I pick it up?<br />

You will receive an email sent to your<br />

UWO account informing you that your<br />

UHIP card is available to be picked up<br />

in Student Central, Room 1120 <strong>Western</strong><br />

Student Services Building. Any questions<br />

can be emailed to the UHIP Administrator at<br />

hr-communication@uwo.ca.<br />

For more information about UHIP, please<br />

visit www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/services/index.<br />

html?uhip<br />

USC Health Plan<br />

Phone: 519-661-3722<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/health<br />

All full-time undergrads are automatically<br />

enrolled in the USC Extended Benefit Health<br />

Plan, and are assessed a fee <strong>of</strong> $96.00 for this<br />

Plan upon Registration. The Plan is effective<br />

from September 1st to August 31st, each<br />

year, and <strong>of</strong>fers benefits specifically designed<br />

for student needs.<br />

Students who are covered under an<br />

equivalent extended benefit health care plan<br />

(in addition to your standard provincial<br />

coverage) may choose to “opt-out” <strong>of</strong> the<br />

USC plan.<br />

The opt-out deadline for Under<strong>graduate</strong><br />

Students is September 27, 2010. Visit the<br />

website for more details.<br />

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Housing<br />

Division <strong>of</strong> Housing & Ancillary Services<br />

Room 102, Elgin Hall<br />

Bed & Breakfast<br />

Phone: 519-661-3476<br />

www.stayatwestern.ca<br />

Located in Elgin Hall, <strong>Western</strong> Bed &<br />

Breakfast <strong>of</strong>fers convenient and affordable<br />

suite-style accommodation during the<br />

summer months. For more information, or to<br />

make a reservation, please visit our website.<br />

Housing Options<br />

Phone: 519-661-3547<br />

www.uwo.ca/hfs/housing<br />

Family Accommodations<br />

www.has.uwo.ca/housing/plattslane<br />

If you are a <strong>Western</strong> student looking for<br />

accommodation for your family, then Platt’s<br />

Lane Estates is for you. Featuring all the<br />

amenities for comfortable family living, while<br />

situated close to the university, your family’s<br />

needs for affordability, convenience, comfort<br />

and community can all be met.<br />

It’s not easy relocating your family as<br />

you pursue your academic studies, and at<br />

Platt’s Lane, we can help. We’ve designed a<br />

community <strong>of</strong> low-rise, walk-up apartment<br />

buildings and townhouses on a park-like<br />

setting <strong>of</strong> nearly 20 acres. Your family<br />

will enjoy the proximity to an excellent<br />

elementary school and day care facilities, and<br />

you will appreciate that the campus is just a<br />

short walk away.<br />

Off-Campus<br />

The majority <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>’s<br />

students live <strong>of</strong>f campus, and<br />

form a vital component <strong>of</strong> the<br />

London community. London is a<br />

beautiful city which <strong>of</strong>fers a wide<br />

variety <strong>of</strong> accommodations.<br />

For students seeking<br />

accommodation in the City,<br />

<strong>Western</strong> provides an Off-Campus<br />

Housing Service. This <strong>of</strong>fice<br />

maintains listings <strong>of</strong> housing<br />

available throughout the City <strong>of</strong><br />

London, and can be found either<br />

in our <strong>of</strong>fice or at www.has.uwo.ca/<br />

housing/<strong>of</strong>fcampus<br />

Residence<br />

www.residenceatwestern.ca<br />

Residences at The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> are some <strong>of</strong> the best<br />

in the country. In fact, the Globe and<br />

Mail’s student satisfaction survey placed<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s residences number one for seven<br />

consecutive years.<br />

We are very proud <strong>of</strong> the residence<br />

facilities at <strong>Western</strong> and have designed<br />

our website to give you all the information<br />

you need about residence accommodation.<br />

Our residence life programming is geared<br />

toward helping you achieve<br />

your academic goals while<br />

creating an atmosphere <strong>of</strong><br />

community and personal<br />

growth. We strive to<br />

assist you in attaining<br />

valuable leadership<br />

and employability<br />

skills by providing<br />

countless personal and<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional development<br />

opportunities.<br />

Safety and security<br />

are extremely important to us; day<br />

or night, someone is just a phone call away.<br />

The support <strong>of</strong> residence staff complements<br />

the numerous safety benefits <strong>of</strong> on-campus<br />

living, and contributes to your best possible<br />

residence experience!<br />

RezNet<br />

Phone: 519-850-2495<br />

Email: reznet@uwo.ca<br />

reznet.uwo.ca<br />

RezNet, or Residence Network, provides<br />

campuswide network connectivity and<br />

internet access to all residences at <strong>Western</strong>.<br />

RezNet enhances your learning experience<br />

by providing access to numerous online<br />

academic resources. With an over 96%<br />

subscription rate, most students find RezNet<br />

to be a valuable tool for their academic and<br />

web browsing needs.<br />

RESIDENCES<br />

Alumni House:<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

1151 Richmond Street<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6A 5B7<br />

Student Phone: 519-850-2410<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-3814<br />

Delaware Hall:<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

1151 Richmond Street<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6A 5B7<br />

Student Phone: 519-850-2407<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-3259<br />

Elgin Hall:<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

1151 Richmond Street<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6A 5B9<br />

Student Phone: 519-850-2411<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-4268<br />

Essex Hall:<br />

1200 <strong>Western</strong> Road<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6G 5E3<br />

Student Phone: 519-850-2406<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-4240<br />

London Hall:<br />

1140 <strong>Western</strong> Road<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6G 0A3<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-3377<br />

Please call Bell directory assistance to reach a<br />

student at London Hall.<br />

Medway-Sydenham Hall:<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

1151 Richmond Street<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6A 5B9<br />

Student Phone: 519-850-2408<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-3719<br />

Perth Hall:<br />

1125 <strong>Western</strong> Road<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6G 5K8<br />

Student Phone: 519-850-2914<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-3510<br />

Saugeen-Maitland Hall:<br />

289 Windermere Road<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6G 2J8<br />

Student Phone: 519-850-2405<br />

Business Phone: 519-661-2178<br />

Housing<br />

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International Experience<br />

International Experience<br />

Alumni <strong>Western</strong><br />

Our volunteer driven branch and chapter<br />

network can help you transition from student<br />

to young pr<strong>of</strong>essional during the summer<br />

break and after graduation. Branches around<br />

the world <strong>of</strong>fer informative and entertaining<br />

events that bring students and alumni <strong>of</strong> all ages<br />

together for social interaction and pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

development. Attend an event, get involved or<br />

view a full branch list at www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

English Conversation Program<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031<br />

Practice your spoken English! Conversation<br />

Circles and small Group Workshops are<br />

<strong>of</strong>fered throughout the year to help improve<br />

spoken English skills, to enhance confidence in<br />

conversational English, to increase knowledge<br />

<strong>of</strong> Canadian culture and to provide the<br />

opportunity to meet people from different areas<br />

<strong>of</strong> the university community. This program is<br />

open to members <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>’s international<br />

community and their spouses or partners.<br />

Registration takes place at the beginning <strong>of</strong><br />

each academic term. For more information visit<br />

our website at: www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/services/<br />

index.html?ecp<br />

Events for International<br />

Students<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031<br />

SDC’s International and Exchange Student<br />

Centre has planned many different events<br />

throughout the year for all international<br />

students (under<strong>graduate</strong> and <strong>graduate</strong>) and<br />

their families. Attend one <strong>of</strong> our trips around<br />

London or to Niagara Falls or Toronto and get<br />

to know Canada! Come to one <strong>of</strong> our many<br />

social events (such as the Meet Your Peer Guide<br />

Event, Welcome Reception, International<br />

Student Orientation, International Potluck<br />

Dinners, Hockey Games, etc.) and meet other<br />

international and Canadian students! Attend our<br />

different information sessions and workshops<br />

to make the most <strong>of</strong> your experience here at<br />

<strong>Western</strong>. For a complete list <strong>of</strong> events, please<br />

visit our website at: www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/<br />

services/index.html?events<br />

International Exchange<br />

Program<br />

Phone: 519-661–2111 ext. 85196<br />

Email: exchange@uwo.ca<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/exchange<br />

Have you ever wanted to study in Scotland,<br />

Denmark or Finland? How about Australia,<br />

France or Hong Kong? These are just some<br />

<strong>of</strong> the possible exchange locations students<br />

can experience during their time at <strong>Western</strong>.<br />

The International Exchange Program <strong>of</strong>fers<br />

you an extension <strong>of</strong> in-class learning that<br />

will cultivate personal growth. Going on<br />

exchange affords students the opportunity to<br />

apply your learning in a new academic setting<br />

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and expand your horizons on many levels.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> is committed to internationalization<br />

and encourages all students to become global<br />

citizens.<br />

Important facts about the<br />

program:<br />

• Exchanges are available<br />

to more than 15<br />

countries<br />

• Pay your tuition to<br />

<strong>Western</strong>, rather than<br />

paying international<br />

fees<br />

• Bursaries and<br />

scholarships are<br />

available to qualified<br />

applicants<br />

• Choose from one<br />

term or year-long exchanges<br />

• Improve your second-language skills<br />

• Courses count towards your degree<br />

• Experience another culture first-hand<br />

while advancing in your studies<br />

International Experiences &<br />

Opportunities at <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers a wide range <strong>of</strong> different<br />

international opportunities to its students,<br />

including various overseas volunteering,<br />

academic exchange and study abroad<br />

experiences. Students can also volunteer on<br />

campus with <strong>Western</strong>’s international community<br />

or get involved with one <strong>of</strong> the global issues<br />

clubs, NGOs or cultural clubs on campus.<br />

For more information, visit <strong>Western</strong>’s<br />

International Experiences and Opportunities<br />

Web Portal at http://international.uwo.ca/<br />

International Peer Connection<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031<br />

The International Peer Connection (IPC) is<br />

a program which connects new international<br />

students with Peer Guides who are current<br />

<strong>Western</strong> students, both Canadian and<br />

international senior and <strong>graduate</strong> students.<br />

The program is also open to spouses/partners<br />

<strong>of</strong> international students. The Program <strong>of</strong>fers<br />

information, friendly support, involvement<br />

in <strong>Western</strong> activities and a link to <strong>Western</strong><br />

services and the larger London community. It<br />

will provide you with meaningful contact with<br />

Canadian and international students and will<br />

assist you in feeling comfortable in your new<br />

environment and in making the most out <strong>of</strong><br />

your experience at <strong>Western</strong>.<br />

To sign up to have a Peer Guide, pick<br />

up and complete the IPC registration form<br />

available at SDC’s International and Exchange<br />

Student Centre, Room 2120, WSS or online:<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/services/index.<br />

html?peer<br />

International and Exchange<br />

Student Centre, SDC<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/int<br />

Yearround<br />

programs,<br />

information, and<br />

individual assistance<br />

with issues covering<br />

a broad range<br />

<strong>of</strong> questions and<br />

concerns, are available<br />

for International<br />

<strong>graduate</strong> and<br />

under<strong>graduate</strong> students<br />

at <strong>Western</strong>. Individual<br />

assistance with<br />

immigration regulations,<br />

financial, cultural, career<br />

(Canadian work regulations, etc.) and personal<br />

issues is provided. Other services include: Pre-<br />

Arrival Guide, International Student Handbook,<br />

Orientation Service, Peer Guide Program,<br />

English Conversation Program, International<br />

Exchange Program, Porch Light Program, Income<br />

Tax Clinic, Support for Spouses/Partners <strong>of</strong><br />

International Students, Emergency Loan and<br />

Bursary Program, social/cultural and informative<br />

events, online assistance (iss@uwo.ca), and the<br />

International and Exchange Student Centre.<br />

International Student Handbook<br />

International Students, make sure to pick up<br />

your full-length paper copy <strong>of</strong> the International<br />

Student Handbook when you arrive in Canada<br />

at SDC’s International and Exchange Student<br />

Centre (Room 2120, WSS). This copy includes<br />

additional information that you will find<br />

helpful once you arrive. For example, there<br />

is information on where to buy inexpensive<br />

furniture, where to buy food (including food<br />

from your home country), details on health care,<br />

cultural adjustment, reporting income tax, and<br />

immigration documents (such as Study Permits,<br />

Work Permits, and Visitor Visas) and a directory<br />

<strong>of</strong> different resources at <strong>Western</strong> and in London.<br />

Trois-Pistoles French Immersion<br />

School<br />

Phone: 519-661-3637<br />

www.uwo.ca/cstudies/tp<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>’s Trois-<br />

Pistoles French Immersion School attracts<br />

participants from all over Canada, the United<br />

States, Latin America, and other parts <strong>of</strong> the<br />

world, who wish to upgrade their education<br />

or pursue a pr<strong>of</strong>essional or personal goal. The<br />

Trois-Pistoles French Immersion School <strong>of</strong>fers<br />

its clients an experience <strong>of</strong> a lifetime: a complete<br />

immersion environment, so that they not only<br />

learn French, but live the language and the<br />

culture.<br />

UHIP<br />

See the Health and Wellness section in this guide.<br />

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Leadership<br />

Board <strong>of</strong> Governors<br />

Meetings: The following meetings <strong>of</strong> the<br />

BOG are held at 1:30 p.m. in Room 4155,<br />

Lawson Hall unless otherwise noted. Times<br />

and Dates are subject to change.<br />

September 28 (Tuesday)*, 2010<br />

November 25, 2010<br />

January 27, 2011<br />

April 28, 2011<br />

June 23, 2011<br />

September 27 (Tuesday), 2011<br />

November 24, 2011<br />

*The Board Retreat is scheduled to take place at London Hall on September 27 and<br />

28. Open portion <strong>of</strong> the Board meeting will begin there on Tuesday, September 28 at<br />

1:30 p.m.<br />

Leadership and Mentorship<br />

Program (LAMP)<br />

Phone: 519-661-3898<br />

lamp.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>University</strong> Community Centre Room 251<br />

The Leadership and Mentorship Program<br />

is designed both to help students learn<br />

leadership skills, and also to mentor first-year<br />

students to be successful in university. LAMP<br />

at <strong>Western</strong> is part <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>’s efforts to<br />

provide first-year students with a strong sense<br />

<strong>of</strong> both academic and peer support. First-year<br />

students are guided through their first year <strong>of</strong><br />

university life by upper year students in similar<br />

fields <strong>of</strong> academic interest and study. You<br />

will be connected with a supportive learning<br />

community to enhance your academic success.<br />

The benefits <strong>of</strong> LAMP include the opportunity<br />

to build relationships and connections with<br />

people who share your academic and career<br />

interests, having an experienced student to<br />

answer questions and help you access the<br />

many resources on campus, and enjoying<br />

social interactions with people who share your<br />

interests. A program <strong>of</strong> The Student Success<br />

Centre.<br />

Leadership Education Program<br />

Phone: 519-661-3898<br />

lep.uwo.ca<br />

LEP is a free program providing <strong>Western</strong><br />

undergrads with the opportunity to gain a<br />

wealth <strong>of</strong> knowledge that will help them<br />

become truly effective leaders. LEP is delivered<br />

via 14 modules divided into three tiers.<br />

The seven modules <strong>of</strong> tier one (Individual<br />

Leadership) focus on the skills the individual<br />

needs to be an effective leader with topics<br />

such as communication, public speaking, self<br />

management, and campus involvement. The<br />

seven modules <strong>of</strong> tier two (Group Leadership)<br />

focus on the skills a leader needs to effectively<br />

facilitate group processes with topics like team<br />

building, facilitation, and conflict management.<br />

Tier three is a service learning placement in<br />

an organization <strong>of</strong> the student’s choice and<br />

is built upon the foundation <strong>of</strong> the earlier<br />

tiers while collaborating with teams and<br />

making an impact in the London community.<br />

Successful completion <strong>of</strong> at least five modules<br />

from a tier will be recognized with a Letter<br />

<strong>of</strong> Accomplishment in Individual Leadership<br />

(Tier One), Group Leadership (Tier Two), or<br />

Community Leadership (Tier Three) signed<br />

by the President <strong>of</strong> The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Ontario</strong>. A program <strong>of</strong> The Student Success<br />

Centre.<br />

Senate<br />

Meetings: The following meetings <strong>of</strong> the Senate<br />

are to be held on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. in Room<br />

1R40 <strong>of</strong> the Richard Ivey School <strong>of</strong> Business.<br />

Times and Dates are subject to change.<br />

September 24, 2010<br />

October 15, 2010<br />

November 12, 2010<br />

December 10, 2010<br />

January 21, 2011<br />

February 18, 2011<br />

March 18, 2011<br />

April 15, 2011<br />

May 13, 2011<br />

June 10, 2011<br />

Society <strong>of</strong> Off-Campus<br />

Students (SOCS)<br />

Phone: 519-661-3898<br />

Email: socs@uwo.ca<br />

socs.uwo.ca<br />

The Society <strong>of</strong> Off-Campus Students provides<br />

first-year students living <strong>of</strong>f-campus with<br />

important links to university life at <strong>Western</strong><br />

through support, mentorship and regular contact.<br />

SOCS aids in the transition <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>f-campus firstyear<br />

students by facilitating academic, social and<br />

personal growth in a positive manner. Students<br />

interested in signing up for SOCS should check<br />

out the website at www.socs.uwo.ca. For any<br />

questions about the Off-Campus Orientation<br />

Week activities, or questions about year-long<br />

SOCS programming or how to apply as an<br />

upper-year leader, email us at socs@uwo.ca. A<br />

program <strong>of</strong> The Student Success Centre.<br />

STEP: Student Transitional<br />

Executive Program<br />

www.uscstep.ca<br />

Student Transitional<br />

Executive Program is a<br />

series <strong>of</strong> seminars presented<br />

by community leaders and<br />

<strong>Western</strong> faculty experts. Learn<br />

more about topics such as<br />

Women’s Issues, Mental Health,<br />

Business Ethics, Environmental<br />

Issues, Poverty and Homelessness<br />

in the work place, and also gain<br />

valuable skills and information<br />

for future employment. A cocurricular<br />

transcript will be issued<br />

upon completion.<br />

Student Elections<br />

www.uwo.ca/univsec<br />

Student elections are an exciting<br />

time <strong>of</strong> year. If you think you have some great<br />

ideas <strong>of</strong> how to improve <strong>Western</strong>, take a chance<br />

and toss your hat in the ring. Nomination<br />

forms for both Faculty and USC positions are<br />

available online at www.usc.uwo.ca/elections/<br />

nomination-forms.html.<br />

September 2010<br />

Monday 13th: USC Elections – Nominations<br />

open- Pick up your application in the USC<br />

Monday 27th: USC Elections – Nominations<br />

close at 4PM- All Candidate’s Meeting.<br />

October 2010<br />

Wednesday 13th and Thursday 14th: USC<br />

Elections – VOTE! www.voteusc.ca<br />

January 2011<br />

Thursday 13th: USC Elections- Nominations<br />

Open – Pick up your application in the USC<br />

Office (Room 340 UCC) or at www.voteusc.ca<br />

Thursday 27th: Nominations close for<br />

Board <strong>of</strong> Governors and Senate (<strong>Academic</strong><br />

Constituencies only) at 4pm. Senate<br />

nomination forms are at www.uwo.ca/univsec.<br />

BOG nomination forms are available at www.<br />

uwo.ca/univsec/board/spres9.pdf<br />

Monday 31st: Nominations close at 4pm<br />

(Senate-at-Large nominations due) – All<br />

Candidate’s Meeting<br />

February 2011<br />

Tuesday 1st: USC Elections – Campaign Kick-<br />

Off!<br />

Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th:<br />

USC Elections – VOTE! www.voteusc.ca<br />

<strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

See the Volunteer & Clubs Information section in this<br />

guide.<br />

Volunteer<br />

See the Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide.<br />

Leadership<br />

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Libraries & Computer Labs media on campus<br />

Libraries &<br />

Computer Access<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Libraries<br />

www.lib.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Libraries features seven locations across campus that provide<br />

access to: physical collections, individual and group study space, printing<br />

and photocopying facilities, Sun Ray terminals for access to online library<br />

resources, and wireless access if you prefer to work on your own laptop.<br />

The <strong>Western</strong> Libraries website (www.lib.uwo.ca) provides an easy way<br />

to search and discover <strong>Western</strong> Libraries’ expansive online collections. In<br />

person or online you will also find friendly, helpful staff available who are<br />

experienced assisting students with all kinds <strong>of</strong> information needs.<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Individual <strong>Western</strong> Libraries locations are posted on the library website<br />

Taylor Library (Engineering, Science, Health Sciences and Schulich<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Medicine & Dentistry) and Weldon Library (Arts &<br />

Humanities, Information and Media Studies and Social Science) are the<br />

largest libraries on campus and through the school year are typically open<br />

between 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 p.m Monday to Friday, and <strong>of</strong>fer weekend<br />

hours (usually between 10 a.m. – 11 p.m.). Through the exam period<br />

Taylor and Weldon are open until 2 a.m..<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>essional libraries on campus include the C.B. “Bud” Johnston<br />

Library (Business), Education Library, John & Dosta Bitove Family<br />

Law Library and Music Library. Hours vary for each location but most<br />

are open between 9 a.m. – 10 p.m., Monday to Friday and <strong>of</strong>fer some<br />

weekend hours.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Libraries is also home to the Archives and Research<br />

Collections Centre. The ARCC provides access to archival and special<br />

collections materials on a variety <strong>of</strong> topics <strong>of</strong> interest to researchers.<br />

Email Activation<br />

https://servlet.uwo.ca:8081/activateaccount/activateAccountController.jsp<br />

To activate your email account, go to the website above and enter your<br />

4-digit Access Code (formerly PIN) and 9-digit student number into the<br />

form that will appear.<br />

General Student Computing Labs<br />

These labs are for general <strong>University</strong> instructional use. When the labs<br />

are not reserved for classes, they may be used by any <strong>Western</strong> student on<br />

a drop-in basis.<br />

Locations:<br />

• HSB13, HSB14 & HSB16 – Health Sciences Building, rooms 13, 14,<br />

and 16<br />

• NCB 105 – North Campus Building, room 105<br />

• NSC 110 – Natural Sciences Centre, room 110<br />

• SH 1310 – Somerville House, room 1310 (lower level)<br />

• UC2 – <strong>University</strong> College, room 2<br />

• SSC 1000, 1012 1032 – Social Science Centre<br />

WebCT Owl<br />

webct.uwo.ca<br />

WebCT Owl is an academic website where you can check your<br />

grades, see an online copy <strong>of</strong> your courses syllabus, or lectureslides,<br />

and is used by some pr<strong>of</strong>essors as a tool for distributing course<br />

assignments. After logging in with your <strong>Western</strong> username and<br />

password, your home page will display all the courses you are<br />

registered for.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Wireless<br />

Access to <strong>Western</strong> Wireless is only available to students, faculty, staff<br />

and visitors <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong> who have a valid WEI — <strong>Western</strong> Electronic<br />

Identity. Faculty, staff and students can find more information about<br />

their electronic identity on the Personal Computer Account FAQ page at<br />

wireless.uwo.ca<br />

Media on Campus<br />

94.9 CHRW - Radio <strong>Western</strong>, USC<br />

Request Line: 519-661-3600 | Office: 519-661-3601 | www.chrwradio.com<br />

Students host music shows, call live Mustang football, hockey and<br />

basketball games, develop spoken word shows, interview newsmakers, record<br />

bands, and more! 94.9 CHRW won the Canadian Music Industry Campus<br />

Radio Station Award in 1995 and 2001 and the 2000 Fred Sgambati Award<br />

for <strong>University</strong> Sports Coverage - the only campus station to do so. Follow<br />

a proud tradition <strong>of</strong> student radio. Check the website to get involved, look<br />

us up on facebook.com/chrwradio or drop by Room 250 in the <strong>University</strong><br />

Community Centre (UCC).<br />

distinctivelyWESTERN Photo Contest<br />

https://studentservices.uwo.ca/secure/PhotoContest/<br />

The distinctivelyWESTERN Photo Contest is open to all <strong>Western</strong> students,<br />

faculty, and staff. Submission is by online entry and cash prizes are awarded to<br />

winners.<br />

Facebook, <strong>Western</strong><br />

www.facebook.com<br />

Follow <strong>Western</strong>’s latest news and updates on our Facebook page. Do a<br />

search for The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> and become a fan, find friends,<br />

and become part <strong>of</strong> the community. Also see Facebook in the<br />

Student Central section <strong>of</strong> this guide.<br />

Flickr<br />

http://flickr.com/groups/western/<br />

Share your photos with our Flickr photo group, where<br />

you’ll find more then 5,000 images <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>. Each<br />

week, we feature one <strong>of</strong> the photos at www.uwo.ca.<br />

The Gazette, USC<br />

Phone: 519-661-3580 | www.westerngazette.ca<br />

The Gazette is the only daily student newspaper in Canada and is published<br />

Tuesday through Friday, serving about 32,000 students at <strong>Western</strong> each day.<br />

It reports news and promotes debate on issues relating to <strong>Western</strong> and the<br />

London community. Get involved by writing for news, arts & life or sports. Get<br />

creative by contributing to photography, video, graphics, or web design and<br />

development. The Gazette recruits year round and no experience is required. All<br />

the training is provided by student editors. To get started, visit room 263 in the<br />

<strong>University</strong> Community Centre or visit www.westerngazette.ca/contributions<br />

to learn more. Email editor@westerngazette.ca for more information about<br />

getting involved.<br />

Twitter, <strong>Western</strong><br />

www.twitter.com<br />

Receive up to the minute news about <strong>Western</strong> by following @westernu.<br />

You can receive important dates and other information from Student Central<br />

by following UWOSCentral; and you can follow the USC on Twitter at western_<br />

usc.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> News, DNS & Alumni Gazette<br />

The Department <strong>of</strong> Communications and Public Affairs publishes a wide<br />

range <strong>of</strong> award-winning publications. <strong>Western</strong> News is the university’s weekly<br />

newspaper <strong>of</strong> record, delivering accurate news and topical commentary to 50<br />

on-campus boxes. The DNS (Daily News Service) presents campus news as<br />

it happens on <strong>Western</strong>’s homepage at www.uwo.ca. And the Alumni Gazette<br />

features excellent writing and photography. Online at http://communications.<br />

uwo.ca/alumni or in campus racks.<br />

You Tube<br />

http://youtube.com/user/<strong>Western</strong><strong>University</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s You Tube channel features hundreds <strong>of</strong> unique videos<br />

highlighting the <strong>Western</strong> Experience. Watch news clips, Mustang Athletics<br />

games, research vignettes, Convocation Addresses, and more.<br />

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Parking<br />

Parking<br />

Phone: 519-661-3973<br />

www.uwo.ca/parking<br />

Room 4150, Support Services Building<br />

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to<br />

4:30p.m.<br />

Parking Office is closed Saturday, Sunday and<br />

statutory holidays.<br />

Accessible Parking<br />

www.uwo.ca/parking/accessible.html<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> supports<br />

the physically challenged. Members <strong>of</strong> the<br />

<strong>University</strong> Community with long term or<br />

temporary physical disabilities may apply<br />

for access to all areas designated with the<br />

recognized international symbol. Disabled<br />

permit parkers are also granted access to all<br />

metered areas on campus.<br />

Graduate Student Parking<br />

Permit<br />

If you are a student registered in a Graduate<br />

program (MA, PhD or other authorized<br />

Graduate degree) and wish to park your vehicle<br />

on campus, you will need to purchase a permit<br />

and display it in your window. Graduate<br />

Students at <strong>Western</strong> are eligible to obtain a<br />

parking permit for the Perimeter (grey) lots.<br />

All permits are issued for a period <strong>of</strong> (up to<br />

twelve) months (September 1 to 31 August)<br />

and are issued on a Non-Reserved basis —<br />

meaning spaces are available on a first come<br />

first served basis.<br />

Parking at Affiliated <strong>University</strong><br />

Colleges<br />

Brescia<br />

brescia.uwo.ca<br />

Annual Permit: $350.00<br />

Daily Permit: $5.00<br />

Weekly Permit: $20.00<br />

Replacement Annual Permit (lost or stolen): $30.00<br />

Huron<br />

Parking at Huron requires a parking permit.<br />

Permits are available on request upon filling<br />

the required paperwork available at www.<br />

huronuc.ca/pdf/ParkingApp.pdf. As parking<br />

will also be <strong>of</strong>fered to the <strong>Western</strong> staff and<br />

students starting August 16, it is important for<br />

students to get their pass early. Parking passes<br />

are to be picked up in person in the Mail Room<br />

(basement level, south end, by Maintenance/<br />

Housekeeping) starting August 9th, 2010.<br />

A parking permit does not guarantee you a<br />

parking space, particularly in winter. For more<br />

information, contact Marianna 519-438-7224,<br />

x278, or mhambale@uwo.ca.<br />

Kings<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/physical_plant/parking/<br />

See King’s <strong>University</strong> College section, News and<br />

Updates.<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Parking<br />

Lots<br />

• Althouse<br />

• Medway<br />

• Huron Flats<br />

• Springett West Gate<br />

Although green coded lots are all<br />

about the same distance from the<br />

campus core, some are perceived<br />

to be “closer” and will fill more<br />

quickly, according to predictable<br />

cycles:<br />

Medway fills to capacity by about<br />

10:30am. Usage drops <strong>of</strong>f quickly at 2:00pm.<br />

Huron Flats and Althouse lots do not fill to<br />

capacity.<br />

If you arrive on campus before 8:30, typically<br />

you may still get a space at Medway. If you arrive<br />

mid-morning or later, go directly to Huron<br />

Flats or Althouse. Please do not sit and wait<br />

longer than a few minutes for a space to open<br />

up. There is adequate space elsewhere, and it<br />

is much better use <strong>of</strong> your valuable time to go<br />

directly there. If you have questions or need<br />

directions to available lots, ask at the Welcome<br />

Centre.<br />

During the summer months (May-August),<br />

under<strong>graduate</strong> (green) permit holders have<br />

access to all green zone lots as well as the<br />

following grey zone lots; South Valley, Springett,<br />

Elborn and Visual Arts.<br />

How do I Reserve an<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Parking Permit for<br />

the <strong>Academic</strong> Year?<br />

Internet<br />

The most convenient way to obtain your<br />

parking permit is to use our internet form:<br />

www.uwo.ca/parking/application_prereq.<br />

html. Follow the instructions on the application.<br />

This section is secured and therefore payment is<br />

required in order to guarantee your permit.<br />

In Person<br />

The parking <strong>of</strong>fice will gladly process your<br />

application in person. We are located in Room<br />

4150, Support Services Building. Be prepared<br />

for long line-ups during Orientation Week.<br />

Please Note:<br />

Permits requested during the spring/summer<br />

months for the academic year (1 September - 30<br />

August) will be processed during the summer<br />

and will be available for you to pickup in Room<br />

4150, Support Services Building after July 15.<br />

Parking space at the <strong>University</strong> is limited. All<br />

arrangements are made on a first-come, firstserved<br />

basis and we regret that not all requests<br />

can always be accommodated.<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Student Parking<br />

Permit<br />

Visit www.uwo.ca/parking for more details.<br />

Visitor Parking Options<br />

Public parking is available at easily accessible<br />

points around campus. Visitors and invited<br />

guests should be directed to one <strong>of</strong> our<br />

available visitor facilities, visitor attended<br />

lots, meters, or pay and display metered<br />

areas.<br />

The <strong>University</strong> is a large, active<br />

and complex place. Parking location,<br />

availability and function may be obtained<br />

at the Information Centers located at the<br />

Richmond and <strong>Western</strong> Road entrances to<br />

campus. Information kiosks are attended<br />

by student staff (Monday to Friday, 8am -<br />

4pm) who are equipped with campus maps<br />

and are happy to assist visitors to reach<br />

their destinations. All parking on campus<br />

is restricted to lots/spaces that have been<br />

marked and/or signed for such purpose. The<br />

<strong>University</strong> campus is private property and<br />

parking is prohibited in any location where<br />

not specifically authorized.<br />

There is a charge to park in all <strong>of</strong> these<br />

lots, unless otherwise indicated:<br />

Alumni Hall/Thompson Arena —<br />

Attended Lot<br />

• Located in the central campus core<br />

Weldon Lot — Attended Lot<br />

• Located in the central campus core<br />

Kent Drive — Attended Lot<br />

• Located in the central campus core<br />

Althouse Lot (north entrance) —-<br />

Automated Entry<br />

• Located on the southern perimeter <strong>of</strong><br />

campus.<br />

Medical Science Lot — Attended Lot<br />

• Located in the central campus core<br />

Meter Parking — No maximum<br />

• Located at various buildings in the<br />

campus core<br />

• Meter rates are as posted ($3.00/hr):<br />

Monday to Friday 7:00am to 8:00pm<br />

• ($3.00/hr): Saturdays until noon<br />

• Exact Change Required<br />

Pay & Display Multi space meter<br />

parking — No maximum<br />

• Located at Labatt Health Science<br />

Building, Talbot, North Campus/<br />

Visual Arts Building and Westminster.<br />

Rates are as posted ($3.00/hr):<br />

Monday to Sunday; 24/hrs/day; 7<br />

days/week<br />

• Exact Change OR Credit Cards (Visa,<br />

Mastercard, American Express)<br />

available.<br />

Parking<br />

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Safety & Security<br />

Safety & Security<br />

Blue Emergency Phones<br />

What is a Blue Emergency Phone?<br />

One method for contacting the <strong>University</strong><br />

Police is through the Code Blue Emergency<br />

Phones. These are emergency phones, which<br />

provide direct two-way communications to<br />

the Police Communications Operators in<br />

the Communications Centre. There are 21<br />

Emergency Phones located strategically on<br />

grounds throughout the campus.<br />

The Code Blue Emergency Phones are simple<br />

to operate. Pressing the emergency button on<br />

a Blue Phone will connect directly to Campus<br />

Police Communications Operator. The Police<br />

Communications Operators are located at 601<br />

Dundas Street for this region. Campus Police<br />

Communications. Operator is at the Campus<br />

Police SLB location, on campus. For locations,<br />

refer to the campus map.<br />

When to use an Emergency Blue Phone<br />

The Code Blue Emergency Phones have<br />

been installed for safety. All campus users;<br />

including students, faculty, staff and the public<br />

are encouraged to activate the phones if they<br />

encounter any situation that makes them<br />

uncomfortable. The Code Blue Emergency<br />

Phones are for your convenience and should<br />

be used: if a crime is in progress or witnessed;<br />

if emergency assistance is needed; if you are<br />

being harassed or feel threatened; if you are<br />

ill or require medical attention; if you require<br />

assistance or directions.<br />

Campus Community Police<br />

Service<br />

Phone: 519-661-3300 (non-emergencies or inquiries)<br />

Emergency: 911<br />

www.uwo.ca/police<br />

The Campus Police Service is involved in<br />

activities that include Patrols, Response, Crime<br />

Prevention, Emergency Management and Fire<br />

Safety. Special Constables have the Police Officer<br />

powers necessary to deal with most issues found<br />

on campus. Other associated services in support<br />

<strong>of</strong> campus safety include the Student Emergency<br />

Response Team, Volunteer Foot Patrollers,<br />

Occupational Health and Safety, Equity Services,<br />

Housing and more.<br />

Campus Community Police Service is an accredited<br />

campus law enforcement agency.<br />

Code <strong>of</strong> Student Conduct<br />

www.uwo.ca/univsec/board/code.pdf<br />

<strong>Western</strong>, as one <strong>of</strong> the top universities in<br />

Canada, has established high academic and<br />

behavioural standards and any compromise <strong>of</strong><br />

these standards can be detrimental to both the<br />

individual and the <strong>University</strong>. The Code <strong>of</strong><br />

Student Conduct at <strong>Western</strong> covers both on and<br />

<strong>of</strong>f campus conduct and can be used<br />

when behaviour is excessive, frightening or<br />

causes a personal safety concern.<br />

Discipline ranges from a warning to expulsion.<br />

The main purpose <strong>of</strong> such discipline<br />

is to address negative behaviour, promote<br />

a safe and harmonious environment and to<br />

return students to the focus <strong>of</strong> their studies.<br />

For further information, you may wish<br />

to review the Code <strong>of</strong> Student Conduct,<br />

behavioural expectations, and the sanctions<br />

for misconduct that are specified in the Code<br />

<strong>of</strong> Student Conduct at www.uwo.ca/univsec/<br />

board/code.pdf<br />

Collection <strong>of</strong> Personal<br />

Information<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

collects personal information under the<br />

authority <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Act, 1982, as amended. The<br />

information is related directly to and needed by<br />

the <strong>University</strong> for the purposes <strong>of</strong> recruitment,<br />

admission, registration, progression, graduation,<br />

administration, and other activities related to its<br />

programs.<br />

The information is used to administer<br />

and operate academic, athletic, recreational,<br />

student development, student employment,<br />

financial aid, and other <strong>University</strong> programs<br />

and activities, including residence operations<br />

and alumni and development activities and<br />

programs. For example, personal information<br />

will be used to determine academic status,<br />

record academic achievement, produce class<br />

lists, issue student cards, process transcript<br />

requests, maintain tuition accounts, issue tax<br />

receipts, notify students <strong>of</strong> important issues<br />

and updates, determine eligibility for student<br />

awards, scholarships and financial support,<br />

and administer financial aid and government<br />

financial assistance programs.<br />

It is the policy <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong> to consider<br />

the following information about current and<br />

former students to be publicly available and to<br />

provide it to third parties upon request: student’s<br />

full name; Faculty(ies)/Schools in which student<br />

is/was enrolled, with major field <strong>of</strong> study;<br />

degree(s) awarded by <strong>Western</strong> and date(s)<br />

conferred; and academic or other <strong>University</strong><br />

honors or distinctions. At any time an individual<br />

may request that this information cease to be<br />

made publicly available by contacting the Office<br />

<strong>of</strong> the Registrar, in writing.<br />

Personal information may be used for<br />

statistical and research purposes by the<br />

<strong>University</strong>, other post-secondary educational<br />

institutions, researchers, and the provincial and<br />

federal government. The <strong>University</strong> discloses<br />

specific and limited personal information<br />

to recognized student organizations for the<br />

purposes <strong>of</strong> administering their programs<br />

including membership administration, health<br />

plan, elections, and issuing <strong>of</strong> bus passes.<br />

Personal information <strong>of</strong> students enrolled in an<br />

Affiliated <strong>University</strong> College is shared with the<br />

Affiliated <strong>University</strong> College.<br />

Select information may be shared with third<br />

parties, including: award donors; government<br />

funding<br />

agencies to process financial assistance<br />

applications; financial institutions to confirm<br />

student enrollment; independent student<br />

loan administration companies to process<br />

student loan documents; collection agencies<br />

for outstanding accounts; municipalities for<br />

debts owed by students; and contracted service<br />

providers acting on behalf <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>.<br />

Credit card information is transmitted to an<br />

independent processing company in order to<br />

process payments. Personal information may<br />

be disclosed to third parties in the course <strong>of</strong> an<br />

investigation <strong>of</strong> misconduct. Information relating<br />

to misconduct and/or falsified documents may<br />

be shared with other educational institutions.<br />

If you have any questions about the<br />

<strong>University</strong>’s collection, use, or disclosure <strong>of</strong> your<br />

personal information, please contact the Student<br />

Central Team Leader, Student Central, <strong>Western</strong><br />

Student Services Building, The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>, London, ON, N6A 3K7, tel:<br />

519-661-2111, extension 84863.<br />

Emergency Contacts<br />

on Campus<br />

Campus Emergencies....................................911<br />

Ambulance ...................................................911<br />

Fire ................................................................911<br />

Hazardous Materials Emergencies ...............911<br />

Campus Police<br />

Non-Emergency... 519-661-3300 or ext. 83300<br />

Physical Plant<br />

Service Centre....... 519-661-3304 or ext. 83304<br />

London Police Services<br />

See the Important Contacts section in this guide.<br />

Lost and Found<br />

Phone: 519-661-3300<br />

www.uwo.ca/police/lostandfound.htm<br />

Campus Police operates a Lost and Found.<br />

Various items are left around campus by<br />

students, faculty, staff and visitors and are <strong>of</strong>ten<br />

turned in to Campus Police. Items in Lost and<br />

Found remain at the Police Office for 60 days,<br />

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after which the Campus Police may dispose<br />

<strong>of</strong> items by selling these at a public sale. The<br />

proceeds <strong>of</strong> the sale are deposited into the<br />

Campus Police Bike Fund and are used in<br />

support <strong>of</strong> the community. Clothing and other<br />

items not suitable for sale are either donated to<br />

charity or discarded. Textbooks are forwarded to<br />

the Used Book Store or <strong>Western</strong> Foot Patrol as a<br />

donation.<br />

If you have lost or found property, please visit<br />

Campus Police. For more information, contact<br />

us at 519 661-3300.<br />

Any lost keys can be retrieved at the Keys<br />

Office in Room 2380 <strong>of</strong> the Support Services<br />

Building. Your UWO Photo ID Card is required.<br />

Students can also visit the InfoSource in the<br />

UCC to collect lost items. You can check for lost<br />

student cards at Student Central in the <strong>Western</strong><br />

Student Services building.<br />

Privacy Policy<br />

www.uwo.ca/privacy<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Approach to Information and<br />

Protection <strong>of</strong> Privacy<br />

With the extension <strong>of</strong> the Freedom <strong>of</strong><br />

Information and Protection <strong>of</strong> Privacy Act<br />

(FIPPA) to <strong>Ontario</strong> universities in June 2006,<br />

records under <strong>Western</strong>’s custody or control are<br />

now subject to this provincial legislation. The<br />

two key principles that underlie the Act —<br />

public access to information and protection <strong>of</strong><br />

personal privacy — are principles that <strong>Western</strong><br />

had taken seriously for many years prior to the<br />

application <strong>of</strong> FIPPA.<br />

In 1996 the Board <strong>of</strong> Governors approved<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> Guidelines<br />

on Access to Information and Protection<br />

<strong>of</strong> Privacy. The principles upon which the<br />

Guidelines are based include the following: as<br />

a general rule, with the exception <strong>of</strong> personal<br />

information, information contained in <strong>University</strong><br />

records should be available to members <strong>of</strong> the<br />

<strong>University</strong> community and to members <strong>of</strong> the<br />

public more generally; exemptions from the<br />

general principle favouring access should be as<br />

limited and specific as possible; and collection,<br />

retention, use, and disclosure <strong>of</strong> personal<br />

information contained in <strong>University</strong> records<br />

should be regulated in a manner that will protect<br />

the privacy <strong>of</strong> individuals who are the subject <strong>of</strong><br />

such information.<br />

Currently, <strong>Western</strong> endeavours to provide<br />

both the <strong>University</strong> community and the public<br />

with broad access to its records. It continues its<br />

efforts to protect the personal information <strong>of</strong><br />

all individuals who come into contact with the<br />

<strong>University</strong>, be they students, alumni, faculty,<br />

staff, or members <strong>of</strong> the general public. The<br />

goal has been to ensure that all information is<br />

dealt with appropriately, whether in accordance<br />

with <strong>University</strong> policies or legislation. The<br />

latter includes, for example, requirements<br />

laid out in the Freedom <strong>of</strong> Information and<br />

Protection <strong>of</strong> Privacy Act and in the federal<br />

Personal Information Protection and Electronic<br />

Documents Act (PIPEDA), to the extent that the<br />

latter Act is applicable to the <strong>University</strong>.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> has established an Information<br />

and Privacy Office located in the <strong>University</strong><br />

Secretariat and appointed an Information and<br />

Privacy Coordinator. This Office is responsible<br />

for the day-to-day administration <strong>of</strong> FIPPA and<br />

other related legislation. An Advisory Committee<br />

has been formed to assist the Coordinator with<br />

the task <strong>of</strong> implementation. Members <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Committee are: Director <strong>of</strong> the Information and<br />

Privacy Office; <strong>University</strong> Secretary; <strong>University</strong><br />

Archivist; <strong>University</strong> Legal Counsel; Director<br />

<strong>of</strong> Internal Audit; Director <strong>of</strong> Administration,<br />

Student Services; Legal Manager; Research<br />

Development Services and Director; Information<br />

Technology Services.<br />

SERT: Student Emergency<br />

Response Team, USC<br />

Phone: 519-661-2111 (Ext. 84824)<br />

www.sert.uwo.ca<br />

General Inquiries: shs-ert@uwo.ca<br />

First Aid Courses: sert-firstaid@uwo.ca<br />

Room 28, UCC (Inside Student Health Services)<br />

SERT is much more than a university club.<br />

We are a team <strong>of</strong> unique individuals from every<br />

faculty on campus. Though our goals and<br />

backgrounds are diverse, we are all connected<br />

by our desire to help other people. It is because<br />

<strong>of</strong> this and the large amount <strong>of</strong> time that the<br />

team spends together through training and<br />

social events, that every new member quickly<br />

becomes an integral part <strong>of</strong> our closely-knit<br />

group. Becoming a member on SERT will also<br />

expose you to many real emergency situations<br />

that will get your adrenaline flowing and put<br />

your leadership skills and your first aid training<br />

to the test. These experiences will ingrain in you<br />

the leadership skills and the confidence to excel<br />

in all areas <strong>of</strong> life. Finally, you will be able to help<br />

other people when they need you the most.<br />

Time Commitment<br />

Each SERT member is responsible to<br />

volunteer for one on-call shift per week. These<br />

shifts run during the day from 8:20am to<br />

6:20pm and overnight from 6:20pm to 8:20am,<br />

sleeping accommodations are provided for<br />

overnight shifts. Every SERT member is also<br />

required to attend monthly trainings which are<br />

approximately 5 hours in duration. While<br />

on-call a SERT member can do regular<br />

daily activities (eg. homework, work out<br />

at Campus Rec, watch a movie at <strong>Western</strong><br />

Film) and therefore will have time to<br />

complete assignments and school work<br />

while on-call.<br />

The Application Process<br />

SERT accepts applications to the team<br />

in early September <strong>of</strong> each academic year.<br />

There are six stages to the application process<br />

as outlined below. In order to apply to SERT<br />

you must have a minimum requirement <strong>of</strong><br />

Standard First Aid and Basic Rescuer CPR,<br />

or its equivalent according to the Workers’<br />

Compensation Board.<br />

Applications are due early in September,<br />

immediately after Orientation Week. Check out<br />

the example dates below and look out for actual<br />

deadlines being posted in July.<br />

First Aid Training<br />

SERT <strong>of</strong>fers courses in standard<br />

first aid with basic rescuer certification<br />

and re-certification. Covering CPR and<br />

contingencies for numerous emergency<br />

situations, sign up for a course at www.sert.<br />

uwo.ca/courses.shtml.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Foot Patrol<br />

Phone: 519-661-3650<br />

www.uwo.ca/footpatrol<br />

Why walk alone at night? <strong>Western</strong> Foot<br />

Patrol will walk you to your destination! A<br />

volunteer co-ed team will walk you to or from<br />

any location on the main or affiliate college<br />

campuses along with many <strong>of</strong>f campus locations.<br />

The service is free and available to all students<br />

and staff at <strong>Western</strong>. Call 519-661-3650.<br />

Foot Patrol also conducts Blue Emergency<br />

Phone and lighting audits; patrols campus,<br />

reporting suspicious activities; and operates the<br />

Work Safe program with Campus Police.<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

September-April<br />

Sunday - Thursday 6pm-1am;<br />

Friday & Saturday 6pm-midnight<br />

September, December & April Exam Periods,<br />

Reading Week, Long Holiday Weekends<br />

Sunday-Thursday: 9:00pm-1:00am<br />

Friday-Saturday: 9:00pm-midnight<br />

Any changes to these hours will be detailed<br />

on our voice mail message at<br />

519-661-3650 and our main web page at<br />

www.uwo.ca/footpatrol; UCC room 57<br />

The Work Safe program is operated in<br />

partnership with Campus Police from 6pm-6am<br />

daily. <strong>Western</strong> Foot Patrol operates the service<br />

during the evening hours <strong>of</strong> operation listed<br />

above; Campus Police operates the service at all<br />

other times.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Disaster Plan<br />

For more information about <strong>Western</strong>’s<br />

Disaster plan, visit the Campus Police website<br />

at www.uwo.ca/police/ and look under<br />

‘community safety links.’<br />

Safety & Security<br />

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Services to help you succeed<br />

Services to Help You Succeed<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counselling<br />

See Program & <strong>Academic</strong> Counselling in the <strong>Academic</strong><br />

Information section in this guide.<br />

Backpack 2 Briefcase<br />

See the Careers & Employment section in this guide.<br />

The Chaplains @ <strong>Western</strong><br />

Phone: 519-661-2111 x85929<br />

www.uwo.ca/chaplain<br />

Presently, there are five chaplains appointed<br />

to the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> from<br />

various Christian Traditions within the<br />

association. We are also able to provide<br />

immediate contacts for Muslim, and Jewish<br />

students. For those students who are not a<br />

part <strong>of</strong> any <strong>of</strong> these traditions, we work to<br />

provide them with access to spiritual leaders and<br />

resources within their own tradition.<br />

Equity and Human Rights<br />

Services<br />

Phone: 519-661-3334<br />

Email: equity@uwo.ca; www.uwo.ca/equity<br />

Rooms 330-335, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences<br />

Building<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Commitment<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> affirms<br />

that every member <strong>of</strong> its community has the<br />

right to study and work in an environment free<br />

from discrimination and harassment.<br />

Discrimination and Harassment<br />

Equity & Human Rights Services implements<br />

the <strong>University</strong>’s policies on discrimination and<br />

harassment. We <strong>of</strong>fer:<br />

• mediation and resolution <strong>of</strong> complaints<br />

• seminars and workshops<br />

• resources about equity & human rights<br />

issues<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.<br />

(evenings and weekends by appointment)<br />

Food Support Service, USC<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=50<br />

The USC Food Support Service is a<br />

completely anonymous food hamper distribution<br />

system. Food hampers can be requested through<br />

email and collected 24 hours a day.<br />

To obtain a food hamper, students can email<br />

usc.food.support@uwo.ca with a request. No<br />

identification or other information is required.<br />

Any special requests (such as baby food or dairy<br />

free items) can be made at this time.<br />

The student will receive an email from<br />

the USC Food Support Service coordinators<br />

within 48 hours with the location and<br />

combination <strong>of</strong> a locker within the UCC (if<br />

special requests are made, it may take up to a<br />

week to prepare a special hamper). Students<br />

may also obtain hampers in person at the<br />

<strong>University</strong> Student’s Council <strong>of</strong>fice (UCC<br />

Room 340) during business hours.<br />

Indigenous Services<br />

Phone: 519-661-4095 or 1-888-661-4095<br />

Email: is.staff@uwo.ca<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/Indigenous<br />

Indigenous Services provides for<br />

“Indigenous Student Support Services”<br />

which includes: 1. Counselling Services,<br />

Admissions assistance, 2. Pre-<strong>University</strong><br />

Enrichment (summer youth camps, track and<br />

field, co-ed basketball, tours, recruitment<br />

information), 3. <strong>Academic</strong> Preparatory and<br />

Transition Programs liaison services with<br />

Lambton College Pre-Degree Program,<br />

Mohawk Immersion Program, and Six<br />

Nations Polytechnic, 4. Under<strong>graduate</strong><br />

Student Enrichment (academic assistance and<br />

referrals, Access Transition Program, Bridging<br />

and Mature Student Support, Learning<br />

Resource Centre, Visiting Elders/Traditional<br />

Teachers), and 5. Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Health Support<br />

(Schulich School <strong>of</strong> Medicine and Dentistry<br />

Liaison Counsellor).<br />

International and Exchange<br />

Student Centre, SDC<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031 or 519-661-2111 ext. 85908<br />

Email: iss@uwo.ca; Web: www.sdc.uwo.ca/int<br />

Room 2120, WSS;<br />

SDC’s International Exchange Program, 519-661-2111<br />

ext. 85196<br />

Email: exchange@uwo.ca; Web: www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/<br />

exchange<br />

See the International Experience section in this guide.<br />

Learning Skills Services<br />

Phone: 519-661-2183<br />

learning@uwo.ca<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning<br />

Whether you’re an under<strong>graduate</strong>,<br />

<strong>graduate</strong>, or pr<strong>of</strong>essional school student,<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Learning Skills counsellors can help<br />

you to be an even better student.<br />

• Learn new strategies in the Learning<br />

Help Centre<br />

• Consult with a learning specialist<br />

• Attend presentations on key learning<br />

topics<br />

• Receive helpful tips by email every two<br />

weeks<br />

• Use our online help for information<br />

on: Key <strong>Academic</strong> Skills; Improving<br />

Your Test Performance; Memory and<br />

Thinking Skills; Exams: Preparing<br />

for and Writing; Time Management<br />

Strategies<br />

• Print our Fall and Winter term<br />

calendars and a weekly planner to help<br />

organize your time at website above<br />

LGBTQ2 Support<br />

Phone: 591-661-3031<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/psych/index.html?lgbt<br />

Psychological Services has several<br />

counsellors with expertise in the provision<br />

<strong>of</strong> services to LGBTQ2 students. We have<br />

experience in assisting students with coming<br />

out issues, family matters, isolation, dealing<br />

with queer phobia on campus, and many<br />

other concerns. We actively maintain links<br />

with <strong>Western</strong>’s Pride Network and stay<br />

informed regarding additional services<br />

and events <strong>of</strong> relevance to the LGBTQ2<br />

community on campus.<br />

Lifelong Learning<br />

Commissioner<br />

Phone: 519-661-3574<br />

Email: usc.lifelong.learning@uwo.ca<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=78<br />

The <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council has<br />

appointed a Lifelong Learning Commissioner<br />

to enhance the quality <strong>of</strong> mature student life.<br />

The Commissioner may be reached through<br />

the USC at the above contact info.<br />

London Crisis Centres<br />

See Crisis Appointments and Response to Traumatic<br />

Events in the Important Contacts section in this guide.<br />

Mature Advising<br />

Phone: 519-661-3559<br />

success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/mature-students<br />

Donna Moore, the Mature Student Advisor,<br />

Rebecca Smith, <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor, and<br />

Rosemary Lewis, Administrative Assistant can be<br />

found in The Student Success Centre: Careers,<br />

Leadership and Experience. Donna and Rebecca<br />

can help you with all aspects <strong>of</strong> becoming a<br />

student—admissions, programs, services, etc.<br />

Enrolled at <strong>Western</strong>? Donna and Rebecca help<br />

part-time students choose courses and program<br />

directions. Rosemary has been helping<br />

students at <strong>Western</strong> for many years, and is a<br />

great resource!<br />

Ombudsperson<br />

Phone: 519-661-3573<br />

www.uwo.ca/ombuds<br />

Room 3100B WSS<br />

Email: ombuds@uwo.ca<br />

The <strong>of</strong>fice <strong>of</strong> the Ombudsperson acts<br />

a liaison between the <strong>University</strong> and<br />

its Students. The Ombudsperson is a<br />

confidential, free and impartial <strong>of</strong>fice<br />

designed for dealing with academic concerns<br />

such as unfair grading, appealing accusations<br />

<strong>of</strong> academic dishonesty, as well as <strong>University</strong><br />

recommended withdrawals and readmissions.<br />

Check out their website and FAQ section to<br />

see if the Ombudsperson can help with any<br />

problems you may encounter during the<br />

course <strong>of</strong> your degree.<br />

Peer Mentors<br />

Phone: 519-661-3898<br />

www.lamp.uwo.ca<br />

The Leadership and Mentorship Program<br />

(LAMP) at <strong>Western</strong> is part <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>’s<br />

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efforts to provide first-year students with a<br />

strong sense <strong>of</strong> both academic and community<br />

support. First-year students are guided through<br />

their transitional first year to university life<br />

by upper-year students in similar fields<br />

<strong>of</strong> academic interest and study. You will<br />

be connected with a supportive learning<br />

community to enhance your academic<br />

success.<br />

The benefits <strong>of</strong> the LAMP include the<br />

opportunity to build relationships and<br />

connections with people who share your<br />

academic and career interests, having an<br />

experienced student to answer questions<br />

and help you access the many resources on<br />

campus, and enjoying social interactions<br />

with people who share your interests.<br />

The transition to <strong>University</strong> can be<br />

challenging, but with the right motivation<br />

and encouragement, this transition is<br />

made easier. If you’re an inspired student<br />

looking not only to accomplish academic<br />

excellence, but also have a great time, then<br />

LAMP is the program for you.<br />

A program <strong>of</strong> The Student Success Centre.<br />

Psychological Services<br />

See Health and Wellness section.<br />

SAGE<br />

A Community for mature students<br />

Email: sage@uwo.ca<br />

success.uwo.ca/index.cfm/mature-students/sage/<br />

SAGE <strong>of</strong>fers you an opportunity to connect<br />

with other mature students on campus. We’ll<br />

host regular social events and sessions on topics<br />

<strong>of</strong> interest to mature students. Email: sage@<br />

uwo.ca to be added to our mailing list.<br />

Services for Students<br />

with Disabilities<br />

Phone: 519-661-2147<br />

Email: ssd@uwo.ca<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/ssd<br />

Services for Students with Disabilities plays<br />

an integral role in <strong>Western</strong>’s efforts to ensure<br />

that its courses, services, and environment are<br />

accessible for students who have disabilities.<br />

These disabilities include, but are not limited<br />

to, vision, hearing and mobility impairments,<br />

learning disabilities, chronic illnesses, chronic<br />

pain, and attention deficit disorders.<br />

Six Degrees<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s premier social network<br />

for young pr<strong>of</strong>essional alumni<br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca/getinvolved/sixdegrees<br />

Six Degrees <strong>of</strong> Separation is a theory<br />

that anyone on the planet is connected to<br />

any other person through a chain <strong>of</strong> six<br />

people. Through the Six Degrees exclusive<br />

event series, <strong>Western</strong>’s Alumni Association<br />

is creating new experiences and new<br />

connections for young pr<strong>of</strong>essional alumni.<br />

Who are you connected to?<br />

Student<br />

Central<br />

See the Student Central section in this guide.<br />

Student Development Centre<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031 (main)<br />

519-661-2147 (SSD)<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca<br />

WSSB, 2nd Floor: Indigenous Services Resource<br />

Centre, International and Exchange Student Centre,<br />

Volunteers In Progress; 4th Floor: Psychological<br />

Services, Learning Skills Services, The Writing<br />

Support Centre, Services for Students with<br />

Disabilities.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Student Development Centre<br />

is dedicated to the provision <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />

and accessible services that help students<br />

achieve their personal, academic, and<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essional goals in a confidential<br />

and caring environment. The Student<br />

Development Centre <strong>of</strong>fers a variety <strong>of</strong><br />

academic and personal services to meet<br />

the needs <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>’s under<strong>graduate</strong> and<br />

<strong>graduate</strong> students. Our services are free<br />

for current students & recent grads, and<br />

are administered by highly trained and<br />

experienced pr<strong>of</strong>essionals who know what<br />

campus life is all about. Visiting scholars,<br />

post-doctoral researchers and families <strong>of</strong><br />

faculty members can also access some <strong>of</strong> our<br />

services. Explore the Website, drop into the<br />

Centre, or give us a call to find out how we<br />

can help you.<br />

Monday to Friday<br />

8:30am - 4:30pm (Fall & Winter terms)<br />

Monday to Friday<br />

8:30am - 4:00pm (Intersession/Summer terms)<br />

The Student Success Centre<br />

Phone: 519-661-3559<br />

success.uwo.ca<br />

The Student Success Centre is here to help<br />

with each step <strong>of</strong> your journey to a successful<br />

future. We understand that by coming to<br />

<strong>Western</strong> you have chosen to invest your time,<br />

money and energy to set yourself up for the best<br />

possible<br />

outcomes. There are a<br />

number <strong>of</strong> transitions to be navigated on the<br />

path to success, and we are here to support you.<br />

This means finding opportunities that build<br />

your skills, knowledge and experience for a<br />

meaningful and fulfilling life. We <strong>of</strong>fer a number<br />

<strong>of</strong> services regarding career development,<br />

experiential learning, first year programs,<br />

leadership, scholar’s programs and mature<br />

students programs.<br />

Women’s Issues Network<br />

Phone: 519-661-2111 Ext. 82625<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/win<br />

The Women’s Issues Network is a<br />

USC service dedicated to recognizing,<br />

representing, and rectifying gender<br />

inequalities affecting UWO students. WIN<br />

is committed to providing a space free from<br />

racism, sexism, and homophobia as well as<br />

providing an educational resource centre on<br />

woman’s and gender issues.<br />

Writing Support Centre<br />

Phone: 519-661-3031<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing<br />

Realize your potential as a writer. The<br />

WSC <strong>of</strong>fers free comprehensive writing<br />

support to the entire <strong>Western</strong> Community:<br />

• One-on-one writing consultations<br />

• Weekly writing workshops<br />

• Drop-in Writing Centre (Weldon)<br />

• Summer <strong>Academic</strong> Writing Clinic<br />

• On-line writing help<br />

• GradWrite!: writing support tailored<br />

to meet grad students’ needs<br />

• Grad Lab: resource centre for grad<br />

students<br />

• Peer Tutoring Program: volunteering<br />

opportunities for developed writers<br />

Services to help you succeed<br />

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Shops & Services on Campus<br />

Shops & Services<br />

ATMs<br />

In the <strong>University</strong> Community Centre (UCC)<br />

there are ATMs for: Bank <strong>of</strong> Montreal (basement,<br />

near InPrint); CIBC (basement, beside Tim<br />

Hortons); Royal Bank (main floor, beside the<br />

gym); Scotiabank (basement, near InPrint) and TD<br />

bank (main floor, beside Williams C<strong>of</strong>fee Pub).<br />

Book Store at <strong>Western</strong><br />

Phone: 519-661-3520<br />

www.bookstore.uwo.ca<br />

Lower Level UCC<br />

Serving the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> since<br />

1925, The Book Store at <strong>Western</strong> is owned by<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> and supports<br />

its academic mission. Primarily an educational<br />

resource for students and faculty, The Book Store<br />

provides course materials for all university courses<br />

in-store and online. The Book Store is the <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />

source <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> clothing, giftware and product.<br />

In partnerships with campus and community<br />

groups, The Book Store contributes to <strong>Western</strong>’s<br />

school spirit and culture. The Book Store is service<br />

driven and revenues support student services,<br />

facilities, and programming.<br />

Q: How will I know which textbooks to buy?<br />

A: The Book Store at <strong>Western</strong> provides two online<br />

options so that you can access your textbook list<br />

before classes start:<br />

1. Personal textbooks list at studentservices.<br />

uwo.ca. Have your student number and Access<br />

Code (PIN) ready.<br />

2. Textbook search by campus, term & course<br />

code at www.bookstore.uwo.ca/eSolution/<br />

course.php<br />

If your list is not complete, check back <strong>of</strong>ten. As<br />

textbook orders are processed, updates are posted<br />

on The Book Store’s web site daily.<br />

Q: How much should I budget for buying<br />

textbooks?<br />

A: The amount to budget for textbooks will depend<br />

on the number <strong>of</strong> courses you are taking, your<br />

pr<strong>of</strong>essors’ requirements, your major and other<br />

factors. Because students typically buy school<br />

supplies like paper, notebooks, study guides, pens,<br />

dictionaries and more at the same time, it’s helpful<br />

to budget those expenses together. According to the<br />

National Association <strong>of</strong> College Stores, the average<br />

full-time student spends $750 to $900 per school<br />

year for course materials and supplies. Your actual<br />

purchases may vary.<br />

Book Store Textbook BuyBack<br />

www.bookstore.uwo.ca/buyback.html<br />

During the months <strong>of</strong> May through to August,<br />

along with a couple <strong>of</strong> weeks immediately following<br />

December and April exams, The Book Store will<br />

buy back any old textbooks you might have lying<br />

around. Buyback prices are based on demand,<br />

however prices usually range from 30%-50% <strong>of</strong> the<br />

original retail value.<br />

Books Plus<br />

Phone: 519-661-4091<br />

www.bookstore.uwo.ca<br />

1153 <strong>Western</strong> Road<br />

For full-service printing, textbooks (Education,<br />

Applied Health Sciences), bestsellers, <strong>Western</strong><br />

clothing and more, Books Plus is open six days per<br />

week for your convenience.<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday-Thursday: 9:00am to 7:00pm<br />

Friday-Saturday: 9:00am to 5:00pm<br />

Sunday: Closed<br />

Booster Juice<br />

Main Level, UCC, beside InfoSource<br />

Here you will be able to order healthy, natural<br />

and delicious juice drinks and smoothies!<br />

Bus Pass<br />

See the Transportation & Travel section in this guide.<br />

Campus Computer Store<br />

Phone: 519-661-3520<br />

www.computerstore.uwo.ca<br />

Room 36B UCC (lower level)<br />

Owned and operated by The <strong>University</strong>, the<br />

Campus Computer Store <strong>of</strong>fers students at <strong>Western</strong><br />

educational pricing on laptops and up to 70%<br />

discount <strong>of</strong>f selected s<strong>of</strong>tware. Providing a variety <strong>of</strong><br />

products that meet or exceed campus standards, the<br />

staff has access to authorized repair services, help<br />

desks, and national service providers’ support to<br />

help you with your computer problems.<br />

Campus Recreation<br />

See the Sports & Recreation section in this guide.<br />

Child Care<br />

See the UCC Flexible Child Care in this section.<br />

Chiropractic Clinic<br />

Phone: 519-661-4006<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/uccmall/Chiropractic_Clinic/<br />

UCC 49 (lower level)<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Mon, Tues,Thurs: 8:30am to 7:00pm<br />

Wednesday: 8:30am to 9:00pm<br />

Friday: 8:30am to 3:00pm<br />

Exam Shuttle Service<br />

See the Transportation and Travel section in this guide.<br />

Foot Patrol<br />

See the Safety & Security section in this guide.<br />

Forest City Image Center<br />

Phone: 519-661-3623<br />

Email: campus@imagespin.com<br />

www.cameracanada.com/imagespin/home.asp<br />

Room 75 UCC (lower level)<br />

Fowler Kennedy Sport<br />

Medicine Clinic<br />

Phone: 519-661-3011<br />

www.fowlerkennedy.com<br />

3M Centre<br />

The Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic<br />

treats patients <strong>of</strong> all ages from the elite athlete to<br />

the recreational enthusiast who seeks good health<br />

and fitness.<br />

Graphic Services<br />

Phone: 519-661-4014<br />

www.graphicservices.uwo.ca/<br />

For all <strong>of</strong> your printing needs, visit us at one<br />

<strong>of</strong> our three campus locations.<br />

Graphic Services Building<br />

519-661-3980<br />

Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm<br />

Closed Saturday, Sunday and <strong>University</strong><br />

Holidays<br />

Ivey Business School, Room 1G23<br />

519-661-2149<br />

Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm<br />

Closed Saturday, Sunday and <strong>University</strong><br />

Holidays<br />

UWO Books Plus, 1153 <strong>Western</strong> Road<br />

519-661-4091<br />

Monday to Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm<br />

Friday and Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm<br />

Closed Sunday and <strong>University</strong> Holidays<br />

Grocery CheckOut, USC<br />

Lower Level UCC, beside Lifetouch photo and Inprint<br />

Grocery CheckOut will <strong>of</strong>er deli meats,<br />

cheese, fresh produce and much more at<br />

comparable pricing to Sobeys, Loblaws and<br />

Metro!<br />

Hair Masters<br />

Phone: 519-661-3798<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/uccmall/Hairmasters/default.htm<br />

Room 5 UCC, (lower level)<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

September to May:<br />

Monday-Thursday: 9:00 am to 8:00 pm;<br />

Friday: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm<br />

Saturday: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm<br />

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InfoSource, USC<br />

Phone: 519-661-3722<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/infosource<br />

Main Level UCC<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday- Friday: 9:00am to 9:00pm<br />

Saturday-Sunday: Closed<br />

Located at the heart <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong><br />

Community Centre, InfoSource is your onestop<br />

shop for information on:<br />

Student Health Plan, to pick up/or replace your<br />

USC/LTC Bus Pass, purchase LTC tickets and<br />

Greyhound tickets, purchasing lockers in UCC,<br />

as well as Special Event tickets.<br />

InPrint, USC<br />

Phone: 519-661-3578<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/inprint/contact.html<br />

Email: inprint@uwo.ca<br />

Room 78 UCC (lower level)<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday-Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm<br />

ISIC Card<br />

The ISIC card is the only internationally<br />

recognized pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> full-time student<br />

status providing worldwide, photo identity<br />

documentation for student travellers. It allows<br />

cardholders to plug into a worldwide network <strong>of</strong><br />

discounts, services and other benefits including<br />

savings on VIA Rail, Greyhound Canada and<br />

Travel CUTS/ Voyages Campus’ Student Class<br />

Airfares. ISIC cards are available on campus at<br />

Travel CUTS in the lower lever <strong>of</strong> the UCC.<br />

Island Ink Jet<br />

Phone: 519-660-1624<br />

Email: uwo@islandinkjet.com<br />

www.islandinkjet.com<br />

Main Level, UCC (beside InfoSource)<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday-Friday: 9:00am to 5:00pm<br />

Saturday-Sunday: Closed<br />

LifeTouch<br />

Phone: 519-661-4252<br />

www.lifetouchatwestern.com<br />

Email: kfgeneral@lifetouch.com<br />

Room 79 UCC<br />

LifeTouch photography on campus is available<br />

for portraits.<br />

Pharmacy, <strong>Western</strong><br />

On-Campus<br />

Phone: 519-661-4058<br />

Email: phar@mnsi.net or info@universitypharmacy.ca<br />

UCC (lower level)<br />

<strong>Western</strong> On-Campus Pharmacy and Variety<br />

store is for all your drugstore needs and more.<br />

Offering the LOWEST dispensing fee in <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

for students, staff and faculty. Online ordering<br />

available at www.universitypharmacy.ca.<br />

The pharmacy accepts ALL prescriptions, all<br />

drug plans and they can even transfer your<br />

prescription from out <strong>of</strong> town.<br />

Post Office, USC<br />

Phone: 519-850-2513<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/postal/<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

September - April<br />

Monday-Friday: 9:00am to 6:00pm<br />

Located in the Lower Level, UCC<br />

Purple Door Promotions, USC<br />

Phone: 519-661-3414<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/purpledoor/<br />

purpledoor@uwo.ca<br />

Room 268 UCC<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday-Friday: 8:30am to 4:30pm<br />

The Spoke<br />

See the Dining on Campus section in this guide.<br />

Student Services<br />

See the Student Central section in this guide.<br />

Travel CUTS<br />

Phone: 519-661-4070<br />

www.travelcuts.com<br />

Lower Level UCC<br />

UCC Flexible Child Care<br />

Phone: 519-661-2111 x82672<br />

www.ymcawo.ca/contact.html<br />

Room 40 UCC<br />

The UCC Flexible Child Care Centre is<br />

licensed as a Part-Time Facility under the<br />

Ministry <strong>of</strong> Community and Social Services and<br />

operated by the London YMCA.<br />

Ages: Children range from 18 months to 5 years<br />

Cost to undergrads: $3.60 per hour<br />

Cost to staff, grad students and faculty: $7.10<br />

per hour<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Sept-June: 8:00am to 5:30pm<br />

July-August 8:00am to 5:00pm<br />

UCC Gym Renovations<br />

The UCC Gym renovations will soon be<br />

underway! Get ready for a new theatre stage,<br />

multiple lounge spaces, bookable activity rooms<br />

and a multi-faith space!<br />

UCC Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation<br />

The UCC resumes 24 hours a day, 7 days a<br />

week operation on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010. The last<br />

day <strong>of</strong> 24 hour operation will be Friday April 30,<br />

2011. The following exceptions will apply:<br />

CLOSED:<br />

Thanksgiving: Monday, October 11, 2010<br />

Christmas Vacation: Friday, December 24,<br />

2010 to Sunday, January 2, 2011<br />

Family<br />

Day: Monday, February<br />

21, 2011<br />

Good Friday: Friday, April 22, 2011<br />

Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 24, 2011<br />

Victoria Day: Monday, May 23, 2011<br />

Canada Day: Friday, July 1, 2011<br />

Civic Holiday: Monday, August 1, 2011<br />

Note: <strong>Western</strong> Film is open every night except during<br />

the holiday break. (late Dec, 2010 - early Jan 2011).<br />

USC Clothing & Gifts<br />

Phone: 519-661-3811<br />

usc.mustangalley@uwo.ca<br />

UCC (lower level)<br />

USC Exam Shuttle Service<br />

See the Transportation and Travel section in this guide.<br />

USC Health Plan<br />

See the Health & Wellness section in this guide.<br />

The Wave<br />

See the Dining on Campus section in this guide.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Film, USC<br />

Phone: 519-661-3616<br />

westernfilm.ca<br />

2nd level, UCC, McKellar Theatre<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Film has a Class A theatre license and<br />

is an independent, second-run (or move-over)<br />

movie theatre. That means that we show all the<br />

latest releases, just a few weeks after they debut<br />

in first-run houses. Tickets are only $4.99 per<br />

person and $3.50 on Tuesdays, making us the<br />

best deal in town. Kids are just $3.50 every show.<br />

The box <strong>of</strong>fice (located in front <strong>of</strong> the McKellar<br />

Theatre) opens one half hour before show-time.<br />

If you’re not in front <strong>of</strong> your computer and<br />

you want to find out what’s playing, check out<br />

The Gazette, the London Free Press, or call the<br />

MovieLine at 519-661-3616. If you wish, we can<br />

even notify you <strong>of</strong> our weekly features via email.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Sports and Recreation<br />

Centre<br />

See the Sports & Recreation section in this guide.<br />

Windermere Manor<br />

See the Transportation and Travel section in this guide.<br />

Shops & Services<br />

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Sports & Recreation<br />

Sports & Recreation<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Campus Recreation<br />

Phone: 519-661-3090; Email: campusrec@uwo.ca<br />

www.westernmustangs.ca<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation (Fall/Winter):<br />

Monday-Thursday: 6:00am-12 midnight<br />

Friday: 6:00am-10:00pm<br />

Saturday: 8:00am-8:00pm<br />

Sunday: 10:00am-12 midnight<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> operation are subject to change.<br />

Hours reduced on holiday weekends and spring/<br />

summer term.<br />

Student Membership<br />

All current <strong>Western</strong> under<strong>graduate</strong> (full-time<br />

and part-time) and full-time <strong>graduate</strong> students<br />

pay a Campus Recreation fee as part <strong>of</strong> their<br />

non-tuition ancillary fees, which provides them<br />

access and membership to some <strong>of</strong> the country’s<br />

best recreation facilities, programs and services.<br />

Students are required to provide their valid<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student ID card to take part in the<br />

diverse opportunities available to enhance their<br />

learning experience and lead a healthy and active<br />

lifestyle. Student memberships include:<br />

• access and use <strong>of</strong> the new <strong>Western</strong><br />

Student Recreation Centre<br />

• a wide variety <strong>of</strong> aerobic fitness classes<br />

• fitness/lane swims, recreational swims<br />

and aqua fitness<br />

• drop-in gymnasia activities such as<br />

basketball, badminton, volleyball, futsal<br />

• squash court use and reservations<br />

• use <strong>of</strong> the 19,000 square feet <strong>of</strong> weight<br />

and cardio space<br />

Members also include preferred rates for:<br />

• Intramural Sports League programs<br />

• Instructional programs in aquatics, dance,<br />

mind-body fitness<br />

• 15+ Recreational Sports Clubs<br />

• Wellness services such as personal<br />

training and massage therapy<br />

• Locker and towel services<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre<br />

The <strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre is the<br />

home <strong>of</strong> Campus Recreation operations and the<br />

hub <strong>of</strong> activity for all students and members <strong>of</strong><br />

the <strong>Western</strong> community. Since opening its doors<br />

in January 2009, the <strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation<br />

Centre has in excess <strong>of</strong> 2,000 visits a day during<br />

the academic year. A source <strong>of</strong> student pride and<br />

leadership, the centre was a result <strong>of</strong> student<br />

support towards the capital and occupancy costs<br />

<strong>of</strong> the new centre, representing one <strong>of</strong> the largest<br />

student gifts <strong>of</strong> its kind in Canada. The close to<br />

160,000 sq. ft. facility includes:<br />

• 5 gymnasia (3 hardwood court, 2 multipurpose<br />

rubber floors)<br />

• 5 squash courts<br />

• 50 metre, 8-lane pool with two bulkheads<br />

• 3 multi-purpose hardwood studio spaces<br />

• 19,000 sq. ft. <strong>of</strong> weight and cardio space<br />

• Lounge space with WiFi, televisions and<br />

table tennis area<br />

Intramural Sports Programs<br />

Campus Recreations boasts one <strong>of</strong> the<br />

largest intramural programs in Canada. A full<br />

range <strong>of</strong> options from the strictly recreational<br />

to the very competitive levels exist in<br />

numerous sports allowing <strong>Western</strong> students<br />

to benefit from some <strong>of</strong> the best experiences<br />

in student life. Participation in Intramural<br />

Sports leagues, whether you sign up as a<br />

team or as a “free agent” individual, is a<br />

great way to meet new people, learn or<br />

refine skills, stay active and be involved<br />

in Campus Life. Many student leadership<br />

opportunities also exist through <strong>of</strong>ficiating<br />

and league management.<br />

Aquatics<br />

Campus Recreation <strong>of</strong>fers a diverse, safe,<br />

and active aquatics program for participants <strong>of</strong><br />

all ages and abilities. Lane and fitness swims,<br />

aqua fitness classes, water-jogging, recreational<br />

and family swim times, swim lessons and<br />

technique improvement all available to wet<br />

your appetite. Advanced aquatics instructional<br />

and leadership courses, such as Bronze<br />

Medallion, Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard<br />

Service, Standard First Aid and CPR, and AED<br />

are also available through program registration.<br />

Fitness & Wellness<br />

Achieving your fitness and educational goals<br />

can be enhanced through active participation in<br />

a huge variety <strong>of</strong> fun, friendly, and challenging<br />

classes, ranging from yoga to step, boot camp<br />

to Pilates and more, all geared to provide you<br />

with an opportunity to develop, grow, and<br />

maintain a healthy lifestyle. Our certified staff<br />

have the skills and enthusiasm to get you<br />

on track, no matter what your fitness level,<br />

interest, goals and schedule. Try aerobic classes,<br />

chiropractic care, massage therapy, mind-body<br />

fitness classes, personal training, weight-cardio<br />

training, wellness lecture series and more.<br />

Instructional Programs<br />

Explore, learn and develop skills while<br />

meeting new people and having fun. Campus<br />

Rec <strong>of</strong>fers many instructional programs to<br />

keep your days and nights active, fun and full<br />

<strong>of</strong> enjoyment. Through courses and clinics,<br />

certification programs, a wide variety <strong>of</strong><br />

dance programming, special interest courses,<br />

squash instruction and lessons, be sure to<br />

check the web site for details and register<br />

early.<br />

Drop-In Recreation<br />

Drop-In recreation is self-directed and<br />

regulated by participants. It <strong>of</strong>fers students<br />

and members the flexibility to try new sports,<br />

sharpen their skills in their preferred sport, or<br />

simply grab a few friends for a game <strong>of</strong> pickup.<br />

There are plenty <strong>of</strong> hours dedicated to<br />

informal drop-in recreation in badminton,<br />

basketball, futsal (indoor soccer variety),<br />

table tennis, volleyball, squash and more.<br />

View the schedule online or pick up a<br />

copy.<br />

Recreation Sports Clubs<br />

Campus Recreation facilitates over 15<br />

different student sport clubs, including<br />

a multitude <strong>of</strong> martial arts programs, the<br />

triathlon club, synchronized swimming,<br />

kayak club and much more. A Campus<br />

Recreation Sports Club is a sanctioned<br />

organization established by students that<br />

provides a terrific opportunity for all<br />

Campus Recreation members to participate<br />

in a specific sport or physical activity.<br />

Sports Clubs are voluntary and enhance<br />

the <strong>University</strong> experience, emphasizing<br />

socialization, instruction and skill<br />

development as well as student leadership<br />

and competition.<br />

Employment<br />

Students truly are the lifeblood <strong>of</strong> the<br />

recreation experiences at <strong>Western</strong>. Campus<br />

Recreation represents one <strong>of</strong> the largest<br />

student employers on campus with over<br />

350 different student leadership roles and<br />

responsibilities. The Campus Recreation<br />

environment is a great place to learn, grow,<br />

and develop your skill set while enhancing<br />

your resume and adding some income to<br />

your pockets. If you thrive in a fast-paced<br />

and fun environment with an emphasis<br />

on great customer service, and look for<br />

rewarding challenges consider becoming a<br />

part <strong>of</strong> our team. Most roles are filled prior<br />

to the following academic year, with postings<br />

in February; however, many opportunities,<br />

such as intramural referees are required<br />

at the beginning <strong>of</strong> each term. For more<br />

information or to apply, please visit www.<br />

westernmustangs.ca and click on the<br />

employment tab on the left-hand sidebar.<br />

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<strong>Western</strong> Mustangs &<br />

Intercollegiate Athletics<br />

Varsity Sports<br />

Phone: 519-661-3551 (tryouts, eligibility)<br />

519-661-4077 (season and group tickets)<br />

519-661-3090 (single game tickets)<br />

Email: mustangs@uwo.ca<br />

www.westernmustangs.ca<br />

Colours: Purple, White and Silver<br />

Team Name: Mustangs<br />

Competitive Divisions: <strong>Ontario</strong> <strong>University</strong><br />

Athletics (OUA), Canadian Interuniversity<br />

Sport (CIS)<br />

Varsity Teams<br />

<strong>Western</strong> has 38 varsity teams that compete in<br />

the OUA and CIS or both.<br />

Women<br />

Badminton<br />

Basketball<br />

Cross Country<br />

Curling<br />

Fencing<br />

Field Hockey<br />

Figure Skating<br />

Golf<br />

Ice Hockey<br />

Lacrosse<br />

Rowing<br />

Rugby<br />

Soccer<br />

Squash<br />

Swimming<br />

Tennis<br />

Track and Field<br />

Volleyball<br />

Wrestling<br />

Men<br />

Badminton<br />

Baseball<br />

Basketball<br />

Cross Country<br />

Curling<br />

Fencing<br />

Football<br />

Golf<br />

Ice Hockey<br />

Rowing<br />

Rugby<br />

Soccer<br />

Squash<br />

Swimming<br />

Tennis<br />

Track and Field<br />

Volleyball<br />

Water Polo<br />

Wrestling<br />

Clubs<br />

From men’s lacrosse and cheerleading,<br />

to the dance pack and women’s fastpitch,<br />

<strong>Western</strong> also <strong>of</strong>fers several clubs which<br />

compete in provincial leagues.<br />

For more information, visit<br />

westernmustangs.ca and click on the Clubs<br />

tab.<br />

2010 Football Season<br />

The <strong>Western</strong> Mustangs football team is a<br />

three-time <strong>Ontario</strong> finalist in the past three<br />

seasons and continues to be a nationally<br />

ranked contender in Canadian Interuniversity<br />

Sport. <strong>Western</strong> plays four regular season<br />

home games, all at TD Waterhouse Stadium:<br />

Wednesday Sept. 1, 7 p.m. vs. Wilfrid<br />

Laurier Golden Hawks<br />

Saturday Sept. 11, 1 p.m. vs. McMaster<br />

Marauders<br />

<strong>Western</strong> students get into all games<br />

(excluding Homecoming and play<strong>of</strong>fs)<br />

free <strong>of</strong> charge with a valid student card.<br />

Homecoming Football Game: Saturday<br />

Oct. 2, 1 p.m. vs. Queen’s Gaels<br />

Saturday Oct. 23, 1 p.m. vs. Toronto<br />

Varsity Blues<br />

For tickets, visit westernmustangs.ca and<br />

click on the Tickets tab, contact the <strong>Western</strong><br />

Mustangs ticket <strong>of</strong>fice at 519-661-4077<br />

or order single-game tickets by phone at<br />

519-661-3090 or in person at the front desk at<br />

the <strong>Western</strong> Student Recreation Centre.<br />

Job Opportunities<br />

Intercollegiate Athletics <strong>of</strong>fers a number <strong>of</strong><br />

opportunities for <strong>Western</strong> students<br />

- internships<br />

- paid employment<br />

- volunteer placements<br />

- work-study positions<br />

Visit www.westernmustangs.ca and click on<br />

the employment tab.<br />

Sports & Recreation<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Fight Song<br />

<strong>Western</strong>, <strong>Western</strong>, <strong>Western</strong> U<br />

College fair and square<br />

Arts and Meds are strong for you<br />

Deny it if you dare.<br />

White and purple colours are<br />

worn by all who know<br />

Just which college is the best<br />

Come and let us show.<br />

That this U is our U and for her we’ll strive to<br />

Do our best to fight with might and mane.<br />

We will always adore her<br />

Our old Alma Mater<br />

<strong>Western</strong> School <strong>of</strong> Fame.<br />

When <strong>Western</strong> U goes marching down the field<br />

We know our team will never ever yield<br />

And though the other team has lots <strong>of</strong> pep<br />

When they see our team they’ll<br />

Know they’re out <strong>of</strong> step.<br />

And when the game goes down in history<br />

It’s just another <strong>Western</strong> victory<br />

Let all our cheers go out for<br />

<strong>Western</strong> U, <strong>Western</strong> U<br />

Rah, Rah, Raaaahh.<br />

KINNANY, KINNANY, KANANNY, KANOO<br />

High up, Sky up, <strong>Western</strong> U.<br />

It’s a HULLABA, HULLABA, HULLABALU<br />

Rickity, Rickity, Rackity Roo<br />

W - E - S - T - E - R - N<br />

WESTERN! WESTERN! WESTERN!<br />

Music: Walter Smither | Lyrics: Margaret Ovens | Arrangement: Don Wright<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

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Scholarships & Awards<br />

Scholarships & Awards<br />

Many scholarships <strong>of</strong>fered by <strong>Western</strong><br />

have deadlines at the end <strong>of</strong> October and may<br />

contain an essay component that requires<br />

some time to compose. While <strong>Academic</strong><br />

Merit Scholarships require no application,<br />

both National Scholarships and Combined<br />

Merit Scholarships do require an application.<br />

Award Search<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

scholarships-awards/<br />

Look for a new comprehensive award<br />

search coming in Fall 2010 that will enable<br />

you to search for awards based on criteria<br />

<strong>of</strong> your choosing, such as extra-curricular<br />

activities, interests, your program <strong>of</strong> study,<br />

et cetera.<br />

Bursaries<br />

See the Fees & Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

Combined <strong>Academic</strong> Merit<br />

Awards<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

scholarships-awards/in-course-scholarshipsawards/<br />

These are awarded to students based on<br />

a combination <strong>of</strong> academic merit and one<br />

or more non-academic requirements, such<br />

as participation in extra-curricular activities<br />

and demonstration <strong>of</strong> leadership qualities.<br />

Each award has its own academic criteria and<br />

guidelines.<br />

Application Information<br />

The deadlines for these awards vary<br />

from October 31st to February 28th <strong>of</strong><br />

each year, depending on the terms <strong>of</strong> the<br />

award; please refer to the individual award<br />

application for specific details. Applications<br />

can be downloaded beginning in September<br />

by choosing the appropriate link at www.<br />

registrar.uwo.ca/FinancialServices/<br />

MeritBasedAwards.cfm<br />

Recipients will be chosen and notified<br />

by letter within two months <strong>of</strong> the award<br />

deadline.<br />

Awards:<br />

• Parents Fund Award<br />

• M.E. (Peggy) Collins Memorial Award<br />

• Rogers Family Award<br />

• Jane Plas International Student Award<br />

• Lisa Gilmer Memorial Award<br />

• Gary W. Weese Award<br />

• Tracey Knight Memorial Award<br />

For more information, please contact:<br />

Student Financial Services<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar<br />

Rm. 1140 <strong>Western</strong> Student Services<br />

Bldg. London, <strong>Ontario</strong> N6A 3K7<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

Fax: 519-661-2083<br />

Email: bursary@uwo.ca<br />

External Scholarships and<br />

Awards<br />

ScholarshipsCanada.com<br />

www.scholarshipscanada.com<br />

StudentAwards.com<br />

www.studentawards.com<br />

<strong>Western</strong> is not responsible for the<br />

administration and content <strong>of</strong> these<br />

sites.<br />

Graduate Scholarships<br />

and Funding<br />

Did you know that most<br />

<strong>graduate</strong> school programs are<br />

eligible for a large amount <strong>of</strong><br />

funding and many external<br />

scholarships? In 2009, master’s<br />

students at <strong>Western</strong> received,<br />

on average, $21,841 per year in<br />

funding. Choosing to pursue a<br />

<strong>graduate</strong> degree doesn’t have to<br />

mean taking on debt! For more<br />

information, visit grad.uwo.ca/<br />

financial_support.htm.<br />

In-Course Scholarships and<br />

Awards<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

scholarships-awards/in-course-scholarships-awards/<br />

In-course Scholarships and Awards are<br />

established and funded by individual donors,<br />

corporations, faculties, departments, and the<br />

governing body <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>. Scholarships and<br />

Awards are given out in the fall <strong>of</strong> each year based<br />

on the student’s previous academic performance<br />

and current registration.<br />

Eligibility: Once a student has completed one<br />

year <strong>of</strong> studies at <strong>Western</strong>, they become eligible<br />

for In Course Awards. Eligibility <strong>of</strong> all scholarships<br />

and awards granted by the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> are reserved for students registered at<br />

the Main Campus only, unless the provisions<br />

<strong>of</strong> a particular award state otherwise. Students<br />

must have completed their prescribed academic<br />

program requiring five or more full courses in the<br />

previous year, and currently be registered in a fulltime<br />

course load as determined by their enrolled<br />

program. Students who completed their previous<br />

academic year at an affiliate college or institution<br />

other than <strong>Western</strong> are not eligible.<br />

Merit Based Scholarships<br />

and Awards<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

scholarships-awards/in-course-scholarships-awards/<br />

Most scholarships, such as admission<br />

scholarships, are awarded based on academic<br />

merit and do not require an application.<br />

Scholarships and Awards are established<br />

and funded by individual donors, corporations,<br />

Faculties, Departments, and the governing body <strong>of</strong><br />

the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. Scholarships<br />

and Awards are awarded in the Fall <strong>of</strong> each<br />

year based on the student’s previous academic<br />

performance and current registration. These<br />

awards are taxable income and students are issued<br />

T4A’s in February for the previous taxation year.<br />

Need Based Awards<br />

See the Fees & Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

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Student Central<br />

Main Office<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

Student Central<br />

Room 1120 <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation (September-April)<br />

Mon, Tues, Thur, Fri: 9:00am-4:00pm<br />

Wednesday: 10:00am-5:00pm<br />

Telephone Helpline: 9:00am-4:00pm<br />

Hours are subject to change without notice.<br />

Student Central <strong>of</strong>fers a wide variety <strong>of</strong><br />

in-person, online, and telephone services for<br />

current student, future students, and alumni.<br />

The following is a list <strong>of</strong> the services and<br />

information that you can access in Student<br />

Central.<br />

Access Code<br />

See the <strong>Western</strong> Access Code section in this guide.<br />

Accommodated Exams<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/examinations/<br />

accommodated-exams<br />

You must first make an appointment to<br />

arrange academic accommodation with a<br />

Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD)<br />

counsellor. SSD reception is located in Room<br />

4100, <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building. Please<br />

note that you must speak to an SSD Counsellor<br />

for each course for which you are registered.<br />

Account Balance<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

Add/Drop Policies<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/course-enrollment/<br />

adddropswap/<br />

Adding and Dropping <strong>of</strong> courses takes place<br />

throughout the <strong>Academic</strong> Year. Various<br />

deadlines are set and are listed in the calendar<br />

portion <strong>of</strong> this student guide as well as in<br />

the academic calendar under sessional dates:<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg7.<br />

html<br />

Main Campus – Add/Drop<br />

In order to add or drop a course after<br />

web registration has ended, students should<br />

obtain signatures from the departments<br />

<strong>of</strong>fering the course(s). Then they should<br />

submit the form to their Faculty <strong>Academic</strong><br />

Counsellors before the add or drop deadline.<br />

Please Note: There are financial and<br />

transcript implications to dropping courses.<br />

For more information visit the <strong>Academic</strong><br />

<strong>Calendar</strong> at www.westerncalendar.uwo.<br />

ca/2010/pg7.html.<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College – Add/<br />

Drop<br />

Phone: 519-858-5151<br />

Email: brescia@uwo.ca<br />

www.brescia.uwo.ca/academics/<br />

academic_advising/add_drop.html<br />

Brescia Registrar’s Office<br />

Room 11, Mother St. James Memorial<br />

Building<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation<br />

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm<br />

Paper Add/Drop will run<br />

September 8-12; 9:00am-3:00pm in<br />

the Brescia auditorium.<br />

All Brescia students must drop <strong>of</strong>f<br />

completed paper Add/Drop forms for<br />

signature and processing to the Brescia<br />

Registrar’s Office.<br />

By appointment: Monday-Thursday<br />

9:30am-11:30am<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College– Add/<br />

Drop<br />

Phone: 519-438-7224 x.204<br />

Email: huron@uwo.ca<br />

www.huronuc.ca/current_students/<strong>of</strong>fice_<strong>of</strong>_the_<br />

registrar<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College, Room W25<br />

All Huron <strong>University</strong> College students are<br />

required to take a minimum <strong>of</strong> 3.0 full<br />

course equivalents at Huron <strong>University</strong><br />

College. If the course is <strong>of</strong>fered at Huron<br />

<strong>University</strong> College, you must take the<br />

course at Huron.<br />

King’s <strong>University</strong> College – Add/<br />

Drop<br />

Phone: 519-433-3491<br />

Email: kings@uwo.ca<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/ado<br />

For Fall/Winter 2010/2011 Add/<br />

Drop deadlines, go to: http://www.<br />

westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg8.html<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/pdfs/<br />

StudentHandbook.pdf<br />

During the <strong>of</strong>f-line registration period,<br />

King’s students must submit their Add/<br />

Drop forms to an <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor for<br />

final approval.<br />

King’s <strong>Academic</strong> Dean’s <strong>of</strong>fice contact<br />

information: Dante Lenardon (DL) 104;<br />

academic.dean@uwo.ca; 519-433-3491,<br />

ext. 4406<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counselling drop-in hours:<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/ado/drop_in<br />

Bus Pass<br />

See Transportation & Travel section in this guide.<br />

<strong>Calendar</strong>s<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Change <strong>of</strong> Address<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/studentrecords/updating-personal-info/<br />

It is your responsibility to keep your<br />

address up to date to ensure you receive<br />

all <strong>of</strong>ficial mail that <strong>Western</strong> sends to<br />

you.<br />

Convocation<br />

See the Graduation section in this guide.<br />

Convocation DVD<br />

See the Graduation section in this guide.<br />

Course Descriptions<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

transcripts/<br />

Course Descriptions are illustrations<br />

<strong>of</strong> the courses that are listed in the<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong>.<br />

We <strong>of</strong>fer a course description service for<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Courses only. For Graduate,<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>essional, or Faculty <strong>of</strong> Education course<br />

descriptions, please contact the related<br />

department.<br />

Course descriptions are available at<br />

$2.00 per course, or $11.00 per academic<br />

year <strong>of</strong> courses described. Payment must<br />

accompany your order. Please fax or mail<br />

your name, student number, date <strong>of</strong> birth,<br />

telephone number where you can be<br />

reached, Visa or MasterCard number with<br />

expiry date, the courses or academic years<br />

you would like the associated descriptions<br />

for, and where they are to be sent. Please<br />

also remember that the request must<br />

bear the signature <strong>of</strong> the student. Course<br />

descriptions may take up to two weeks<br />

to process. You can fax your request to<br />

519-850-2397, or mail your request to The<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> - Office <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Registrar, 1120 <strong>Western</strong> Student Services<br />

Building, London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, N6A 3K7.<br />

Student Central<br />

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Student Central<br />

Student Central<br />

Course Outlines<br />

Current course outlines are on department websites.<br />

Course Registration<br />

Appointment Start Time<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

student.uwo.ca<br />

You will be e-mailed in June/July when<br />

your course registration appointment start<br />

time is available for Fall/Winter studies. For<br />

details on your appointment start time sign<br />

into your Student Center and click on the<br />

box on the right entitled Enrollment Dates.<br />

(Summer course registration can be done<br />

72 hours after you activate your Summer<br />

Registration.) Students receive registration<br />

appointment times according to their year<br />

<strong>of</strong> study, priority being given to upper<br />

year students in descending order. Course<br />

priorities are lifted allowing more access on<br />

July 23rd .<br />

Degree Services<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca.InfoServices/DegreeServices.cfm<br />

The Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar <strong>of</strong>fers a number<br />

<strong>of</strong> Degree Services that allow students<br />

to better evaluate the modules they are<br />

interested in and their progress throughout<br />

their degree. The following is a list <strong>of</strong> the<br />

services available, as well as information on<br />

who can use them and what they will help<br />

you do. If you have questions about the<br />

results please see your <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor.<br />

Degree Audit<br />

Who is it for? Certain students currently<br />

enrolled in NAC modules.<br />

What does it do? Allows users to audit<br />

progress in their current degree.<br />

How do I access it? The degree audit<br />

service is available only to current students.<br />

Therefore, you are required to login to the<br />

Student Services website to access it. Eligible<br />

students will be able to see the Degree Audit<br />

link under the Degree Explorer link in the<br />

‘Records’ section.<br />

Degree Verification<br />

See Statement Letters in this section.<br />

Detailed Statement <strong>of</strong><br />

Account<br />

To access your tuition fee bill, log into<br />

student.uwo.ca and select “Detailed<br />

Statement <strong>of</strong> Account.” You will be able<br />

to view your account balance, installment<br />

options and tuition payment details five<br />

business days after enrolling in courses.<br />

Diplomas<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

diplomas/<br />

Diplomas are retained in the Office <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Registrar for two years after Convocation.<br />

If you did not attend Convocation, your<br />

diploma can be picked up in person from<br />

Student Central, Room 1120 WSS.<br />

If you are unable to obtain your diploma<br />

in person, then you can request your diploma<br />

to be mailed to you by sending a signed letter<br />

that clearly states:<br />

• your full name and address (Note:<br />

Delivery to a P.O. Box is not possible)<br />

• your daytime phone number<br />

• apartment buzzer code (if applicable)<br />

• student number<br />

• the year you <strong>graduate</strong>d (Spring or Fall<br />

or in absentia)<br />

• the degree(s) conferred upon you<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

utilizes FedEx for diploma mailing, therefore<br />

all information listed above is necessary<br />

for successful receipt <strong>of</strong> your requested<br />

document. The associated costs are $25.00<br />

within Canada and $50.00 outside <strong>of</strong><br />

Canada. Payment can be made either by<br />

cheque or money order payable to The<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>, or by Visa or<br />

MasterCard.<br />

Visit:<br />

Examination Services<br />

Room 2140 WSS<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

N6A 3K7<br />

Diploma Replacements<br />

If your diploma has been lost, damaged<br />

or destroyed a replacement diploma can be<br />

reproduced. In order to obtain a replacement<br />

diploma:<br />

• visit http://www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.<br />

cfm/student-records/diplomas/ to<br />

download the Diploma Replacement<br />

Form<br />

• or visit www.convocation.uwo.ca<br />

The cost <strong>of</strong> a replacement Diploma is<br />

$45.00 (There is an additional fee <strong>of</strong> $25 for<br />

mailing within Canada and $50 for mailing<br />

outside <strong>of</strong> Canada), which may be paid<br />

by cheque or money order payable to The<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>, or by Visa or<br />

MasterCard. Printing may take up to 6 weeks<br />

from receipt <strong>of</strong> request.<br />

Diploma Authentication<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

Student Central provides a service in<br />

which you can have your <strong>Western</strong> diploma<br />

authenticated for a third party. The cost is<br />

$6.00.<br />

Directory Removal<br />

studentservices.uwo.ca<br />

This service enables students to notify the<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar that they wish to be<br />

excluded from the online <strong>Western</strong> directory<br />

listing that provides email addresses.<br />

Examination<br />

Conflicts<br />

www.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/exam/conflicts.pdf<br />

A student who is scheduled to write more<br />

than two examinations in any 23-hour period<br />

may request alternative arrangements through<br />

the <strong>of</strong>fice <strong>of</strong> the Dean <strong>of</strong> their faculty.<br />

A student who is scheduled to write two<br />

examinations concurrently must notify the<br />

Registrar so that arrangements may be made<br />

for both examinations to be written in the<br />

Examination Conflict Room in a sequence<br />

established by the Registrar. A student<br />

scheduled to write an examination that<br />

conflicts with a holy day <strong>of</strong> that student’s<br />

religion which prohibits such activity should<br />

seek accommodation under the terms <strong>of</strong> the<br />

policy on religious holidays.<br />

Examination Schedule<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/infoservices/Exams.cfm<br />

For preliminary examination schedules<br />

there may be changes. Do NOT make travel<br />

plans based on a preliminary schedule.<br />

Facebook, Student Central<br />

www.facebook.com<br />

For information on important upcoming<br />

dates, available services, and other useful<br />

information, check out Student Central<br />

on Facebook at ‘Student Central at The<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>’.<br />

Fees<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

Final First Semester Exams<br />

Check studentservices.uwo.ca site under myPresent<br />

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Financial<br />

Aid Appointments<br />

You can either call the Helpline at<br />

519-661-2100 or visit Student Central, Room<br />

1120 <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building.<br />

GPA Conversion Scale<br />

www.ouac.on.ca/omsas<br />

www.wes.org<br />

Please note that <strong>Western</strong> uses a numeric<br />

grading scale on transcripts and academic<br />

records as detailed in the <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong>.<br />

To convert your <strong>Western</strong> average into<br />

a GPA using the OMSAS scale, please visit<br />

the OMSAS website for the most up-to-date<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Grading System Conversion<br />

Table. Once on the OMSAS website, follow<br />

these steps:<br />

1. Calculate your overall average for courses<br />

taken in a particular year or degree.<br />

OR<br />

Use your course final averages for<br />

individual courses as needed.<br />

2. Use COLUMN 3 <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Ontario</strong> Medical<br />

School Application Service (OMSAS) scale<br />

to find your average.<br />

3. Read across the OMSAS conversion table<br />

to the OMSAS value column and obtain<br />

the GPA value<br />

If you require your <strong>Western</strong> course grades<br />

and/or degree qualifications verified for<br />

another educational institution, please visit<br />

The World Education Service (WES) for more<br />

information.<br />

Grade Appeals<br />

See the <strong>Academic</strong> Information section in this guide.<br />

Grades<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

student.uwo.ca<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

grades/<br />

Final grades become available on the<br />

Student Center website only after your<br />

academic record has been checked (a) to<br />

ensure that graduation requirements or<br />

progression requirements for your selected<br />

program for next fall have been met, and<br />

(b) the decisions are added to your record.<br />

This is usually complete by early June. Fall/<br />

Winter grades should be posted by the end<br />

<strong>of</strong> June.<br />

Graduation<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.convocation.uwo.ca<br />

See the Graduation section in this guide<br />

Intent to Register<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/courseenrollment/intent-to-register/<br />

Returning in September 2011?<br />

You must complete the Intent to Register<br />

process by March 31, 2011 to be permitted<br />

access to course selection during summer<br />

registration through the Student Center.<br />

Most students will complete the Intent to<br />

Register process using the online service.<br />

For students unable to complete the Intent<br />

to Register process online, please see your<br />

Faculty for a paper form.<br />

How to launch the Online Intent to<br />

Register Service<br />

Log into http://studentservices.uwo.ca<br />

Click on myPossibilities<br />

Click on Intent to Register<br />

Interest Free Status<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

https://osap.gov.on.ca/prodconsum/groups/forms/<br />

documents/forms/tcont003388.pdf<br />

This form is for students currently<br />

studying full-time and who are not receiving<br />

OSAP for the current period <strong>of</strong> study. They<br />

are also available at Student Central.<br />

Interest Relief<br />

Phone: 1-877-672-7411<br />

www.osap.gov.on.ca/prodconsum/groups/forms/<br />

documents/forms/tcont003561.pdf<br />

If you are a <strong>graduate</strong> and are having<br />

trouble repaying your OSAP, there are<br />

options available to you.<br />

Late Registration Fees<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-finances/<br />

fees-refunds/tuition-account<br />

Late registration fees are charged when<br />

students fail to select courses during the<br />

designated web registration period and<br />

manual intervention is required.<br />

2010-2011*<br />

Full-Time Canadian student = $119.00<br />

Part-Time Canadian student = $59.50<br />

Full-Time International student = $320.00<br />

Part-Time International student = $160.00<br />

* Late registration fees are subject to change.<br />

Please refer to www.registrar.uwo.ca for updated<br />

information.<br />

Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/course-enrollment/<br />

letter-<strong>of</strong>-permission/<br />

A Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission is a document that<br />

enables a <strong>Western</strong> under<strong>graduate</strong> to enroll in one<br />

or more specific courses at another university<br />

without having to apply for formal admission<br />

to the other institution. Upon completion, the<br />

courses are transferred to the student’s record at<br />

<strong>Western</strong>.<br />

Students in degree programs at The <strong>University</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> may take courses at other<br />

accredited universities for transfer credits<br />

provided the Faculty in which they are currently<br />

registered approves such courses in advance.<br />

The approval is subject to individual Faculty/<br />

Department regulations and is granted in the<br />

form <strong>of</strong> a Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission (issued by the<br />

Registrar’s Office).<br />

To obtain a Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission, please<br />

apply at your faculty counselling <strong>of</strong>fice as early<br />

as possible and at least one month prior to the<br />

commencement <strong>of</strong> classes at the other institution.<br />

Letters <strong>of</strong> Permission may take up to 3 weeks<br />

to process from the time they are received at the<br />

Registrar’s Office (signed and approved by both<br />

Department and Faculty) and the three week time<br />

frame will be enforced during the peak period <strong>of</strong><br />

March 15th until August 31st. The application<br />

form for a Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission is available at<br />

your <strong>Academic</strong> Counselling Office. Fall/Winter<br />

Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission forms will not be processed<br />

before May 15th unless there are mitigating<br />

circumstances.<br />

Lost and Found<br />

See the Safety and Security section in this guide.<br />

Name Change<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

updating-personal-info/<br />

A student wishing to change his/her name<br />

for the purposes <strong>of</strong> their student record has two<br />

options as set out within <strong>University</strong> Regulations.<br />

These two options are outlined below.<br />

A student wishing to change his/her name for<br />

use within the Division <strong>of</strong> Human Resources or<br />

Alumni Relations & Development must contact<br />

these areas separately.<br />

1. Requests to Change Students’ Names on<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Records:<br />

Students who wish to change their name<br />

used for <strong>of</strong>ficial registration purposes are<br />

required to provide 2 pieces <strong>of</strong> acceptable<br />

documentation including photo identification<br />

reflecting the change request. The name will<br />

appear on all <strong>of</strong>ficial academic records,<br />

unless otherwise specified.<br />

2. Request to Change Students’ Names on<br />

Degree Diplomas:<br />

continued…<br />

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Student Central<br />

Students who wish to include a variation<br />

<strong>of</strong> their complete name for the purpose<br />

<strong>of</strong> their printed degree are required<br />

to complete a form located at www.<br />

registrar.uwo.ca. The name variation for<br />

the printed degree will be retained as part<br />

<strong>of</strong> the student’s permanent record and<br />

displayed separately on <strong>of</strong>ficial transcripts<br />

with the degree conferral information.<br />

OSAP<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

Password Replacement<br />

See Resetting a Forgotten Password in this section.<br />

Payment <strong>of</strong> Fees<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

Photo ID<br />

See <strong>Western</strong> ONECard in this section.<br />

PIN Retrieval<br />

See <strong>Western</strong> Access Code in this section.<br />

Privacy Policy<br />

See Safety and Security section in this guide.<br />

Refunds<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

Registering for Courses<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

student.uwo.ca<br />

1. Log in to Student Center: student.uwo.ca<br />

2. Check for your course registration start time<br />

under ‘Enrollment Dates’ on the right hand<br />

menu<br />

3. Click on ‘Add a class’ (add classes)<br />

4. Enter the class number or use ‘search for<br />

a class’ to find a class by subject and/or<br />

catalogue number<br />

5. Select the appropriate class and lab/tutorial<br />

components if necessary.<br />

6. Select ‘Next’ to add class to Enrollment<br />

Shopping Cart<br />

7. Click on ‘Proceed to Step 2 <strong>of</strong> 3’ to confirm<br />

8. Click on ‘Finish Enrolling’<br />

9. Review the results<br />

10. Select ‘My Class Schedule’ to view course(s)<br />

For Summer sessions, students must term activate<br />

prior to registering for classes.<br />

Summer Activation<br />

When? Late February - Mid July.<br />

How? Log on to studentservices.uwo.ca to<br />

declare your intention to enroll in summer<br />

classes by clicking on ‘Summer Activation’ at<br />

least 72 hours prior to registering for the course.<br />

Release <strong>of</strong> Information<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/general-information/<br />

release-<strong>of</strong>-information/<br />

The privacy <strong>of</strong> your personal information<br />

is important to us. Due to privacy legislation<br />

we will not release personal information<br />

about you unless authorized by you to do so.<br />

To give a third party (parents/spouse/friends)<br />

the ability to access information or a service<br />

on your behalf, log into your Student Center<br />

using your <strong>Western</strong> username and password<br />

and select the “Release <strong>of</strong> Information”<br />

link under “Self Service > Student Center”.<br />

From here you can specify the individual<br />

to whom you wish to give access and the<br />

specific access that you wish to assign to this<br />

individual.<br />

Requests for Relief<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg112.html.<br />

See <strong>Academic</strong> Information section in this guide.<br />

Resetting a Forgotten<br />

Password<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.uwo.ca/its/identity/resetpw.html<br />

For in-person inquiries, visit ITS in the<br />

Support Services Building.<br />

SIN – Social Insurance<br />

Number Replacement Card<br />

Phone: 1-800-622-6232<br />

www.servicecanada.gc.ca<br />

Dominion Public Building<br />

457 Richmond St., London, <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

A Social Insurance Number card is required<br />

identification to pick up OSAP.<br />

Applying at a Service Canada Centre<br />

Service Canada has made it easy for you to<br />

apply for a Social Insurance Number (SIN),<br />

to replace your card, or to amend your SIN<br />

record.<br />

Simply gather the documents you need<br />

and take them to your nearest Service Canada<br />

Centre. If your application and documents<br />

are in order, you will get a Social Insurance<br />

Number in one visit and receive your card<br />

within 10 business days. By applying in<br />

person at a Service Canada Centre, you won’t<br />

have to send your personal documents in the<br />

mail.<br />

Applying by Mail<br />

If you need to apply by mail, please follow<br />

these steps:<br />

1. Download an application form from our<br />

Web site, or order the form by phone at<br />

1-800-206-7218. Select Option “3”.<br />

2. Send us your completed application,<br />

original documents and payment, if<br />

required to:<br />

Service Canada<br />

Social Insurance Registration Office<br />

P.O. Box 7000, Bathurst, New Brunswick<br />

E2A 4T1<br />

Statement Letters<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

statement-letters/<br />

A statement letter is an <strong>of</strong>ficial document<br />

prepared and sealed by the Registrar’s Office<br />

used for various purposes. A statement letter<br />

may be ordered by fax or through Student<br />

Central, Room 1120 WSS. Statement letters<br />

are considered confidential documents and<br />

therefore, cannot be ordered or released to<br />

anyone but the student unless authorized by<br />

the student to do so. Cost: $11.00 per letter.<br />

Fax and courier fees extra. Payment must be<br />

received prior to the letter being produced.<br />

*Please note that requests made by telephone<br />

or email will not be accepted<br />

What can statement letters be used for?<br />

• Pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> current or past enrollment<br />

• Verification <strong>of</strong> a degree<br />

• Verification <strong>of</strong> upcoming graduation<br />

• Courses taken extra to a degree (QECO<br />

letters for teachers)<br />

• Statement <strong>of</strong> current fees or past fees<br />

paid<br />

• Visa letters (for international students,<br />

must be indicated on form)<br />

If the letter you require is not listed<br />

here please contact Student Central at<br />

519-661-2100 for assistance.<br />

What can’t we put on a statement letter?<br />

• Student grades (please order a<br />

transcript)<br />

• List <strong>of</strong> courses taken (exceptions made<br />

for Nursing students)<br />

Student Card<br />

See <strong>Western</strong> ONECard in this section.<br />

Student Center<br />

student.uwo.ca<br />

Student Center is a service that provides<br />

access to your academic record, allows you to<br />

change your address, and lets you view your<br />

personal timetable at anytime throughout the<br />

year. This service also allows you to register<br />

for courses during certain times <strong>of</strong> the year.<br />

Student Center operates separately from<br />

the main Registrar website. This service is<br />

available to all students with web access.<br />

Tax Receipts<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.<br />

Third Party Forms<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

statement-letters/<br />

Any form that must be completed and<br />

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sealed by the Registrar’s Office to validate<br />

registration or degree confirmation<br />

can be submitted to Student Central in<br />

person, by mail, or fax.<br />

Such forms may include:<br />

• Canadian Pension Plan (CPP)<br />

• Canadian Scholarship Trust Heritage<br />

• International Student Identity Cards<br />

(ISIC)<br />

• USC Education Savings Plans<br />

Cost: $11.00 per form. Payment must<br />

be received prior to the form being<br />

completed. Note: There is no charge for<br />

completion <strong>of</strong> CPP forms.<br />

Timetables<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

timetables/<br />

To locate the schedule <strong>of</strong> classes available<br />

for a variety <strong>of</strong> terms for Under<strong>graduate</strong>,<br />

Continuing Studies, and the Faculty <strong>of</strong><br />

Education pre-service students, please follow<br />

the link provided.<br />

Transcripts<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/<br />

transcripts/<br />

$12.00 per copy<br />

Payment must accompany all requests prior<br />

to processing. Transcripts are processed in 4<br />

to 5 business days (does not include mailing<br />

time).<br />

How to order transcripts<br />

You can order transcripts in person, by<br />

mail, by fax or online. Transcript orders are<br />

not accepted over the phone as an <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />

signature from the student is required. To<br />

order by fax or by mail, fill out the order<br />

form found at the website listed above. To<br />

order in person, please visit Student Central,<br />

Room 1120 WSS. Once ordered,transcripts<br />

will be sent by Canada Post to their<br />

destination, unless courier services or faxing<br />

is indicated.<br />

Online ordering <strong>of</strong> Transcripts (Web<br />

Express Transcript Ordering Services)<br />

If you would like to order transcripts<br />

online, please visit studentservices.uwo.ca.<br />

Once you have logged onto the system, select<br />

“myPast,” followed by “order a transcript.”<br />

Please note that fax and courier service is<br />

NOT available through online ordering.<br />

There are no holds on online transcripts and<br />

the customers who use the online service<br />

will receive an email confirming their online<br />

request if there were no problems.<br />

To confirm receipt <strong>of</strong> a transcript request,<br />

you may contact the Helpline at 519-661-2100<br />

during regular business hours. To check the<br />

status <strong>of</strong> your order, sign into the Student<br />

Center website at student.uwo.ca and select<br />

the “<strong>Academic</strong> Records” option, followed by<br />

“Official Transcript Status.”<br />

Tuition<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section. in this guide.<br />

Twitter, Student Central<br />

www.twitter.com<br />

For information on important upcoming<br />

dates, updates on available services, and<br />

other useful information, follow Student<br />

Central on Twitter at ‘UWOSCentral’.<br />

UHIP<br />

See Health and Wellness section.<br />

Visiting Students<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/course-enrollment/<br />

visiting-students/<br />

Visiting Students are students who are<br />

admitted to <strong>Western</strong> to take courses for<br />

transfer to a degree program at another<br />

<strong>University</strong>. If you have questions about your<br />

<strong>University</strong>. If you have questions about<br />

your admissibility, email contact@uwo.ca<br />

or call 519-661-2100 before you submit an<br />

application.<br />

Visiting Students are <strong>Western</strong> students<br />

for the duration <strong>of</strong> the session in which<br />

they are registered. As a Visiting Student,<br />

you have full access to all USC student<br />

services, resources and facilities, including<br />

the libraries, athletic facilities and health<br />

services.<br />

Visiting Students must be in good<br />

standing at their home university. They<br />

may not be on probation, suspended or<br />

expelled. Transcripts and TOEFL results<br />

are not normally required; however, you<br />

may be required to present a transcript<br />

to an academic department to verify your<br />

prerequisite course background.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Access Code<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

https://studentservices.uwo.ca/secure/PIN/ChoosePIN.<br />

cfm<br />

For in-person inquiries, visit Student Central.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> ONECard<br />

Phone: 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/general-information/<br />

western-onecard/<br />

Your <strong>Western</strong> ONECard works for you in<br />

many ways, including (but not limited to) the<br />

following: Gym Access; Bus Pass; Library Card;<br />

Student Central; Meal Plan; Building Access;<br />

Voting Info and Discounts at Greyhound.<br />

A <strong>Western</strong> ONECard is issued to every<br />

student when they first come to The <strong>University</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. Students are to keep their<br />

<strong>Western</strong> ONECard for the duration <strong>of</strong> their<br />

studies and the card is to be used only by the<br />

person to whom it is issued. There is a $25 fee<br />

charged to replace a lost or damaged <strong>Western</strong><br />

ONECard. To obtain your <strong>Western</strong> ONECard,<br />

please bring a valid piece <strong>of</strong> government issued<br />

photo ID to Student Central, located in room<br />

1120, <strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building.<br />

If you lose your <strong>Western</strong> ONECard that<br />

has a meal plan on it, report it as lost to any<br />

cashier on campus or to Student Central and<br />

it will immediately be deactivated. You are<br />

responsible for all transactions or loss <strong>of</strong> funds<br />

prior to deactivation. If you find your card<br />

after it has been deactivated, you must have it<br />

reactivated at the Meal Plan <strong>of</strong>fice located at<br />

Centrespot in the UCC.<br />

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Transportation & Travel<br />

Bus Pass<br />

Shuttle Bus, Loblaws<br />

Transportation & Travel<br />

Airbus, Aboutown<br />

Phone: 519-663-2244<br />

www.aboutownairbus.ca<br />

17 York Street<br />

Provides transportation to the Toronto<br />

Airport/ YYZ or Detroit Airport.<br />

Airbus, Robert Q<br />

Phone: 519-673-6804<br />

www.robertq.com<br />

105 Wharncliffe South<br />

Provides transportation to the Toronto<br />

Airport/ YYZ or Detroit Airport.<br />

Airport<br />

Phone: 519-452-4015<br />

www.londonairport.on.ca<br />

London International Airport/ YXU<br />

(follow Oxford Street eastward).<br />

Bicycle Paths<br />

www.london.ca/d.aspx?s=/Transportation/bikepage.<br />

htm<br />

The City <strong>of</strong> London supports bicycling<br />

as an active way to enjoy the many special<br />

features London and <strong>Western</strong> has to <strong>of</strong>fer<br />

either as a recreational pastime or as an<br />

alternative means <strong>of</strong> transportation.<br />

Bus<br />

Greyhound Bus Terminal<br />

Phone: 1-800-661-8747<br />

www.greyhound.ca<br />

101 York Street<br />

On campus, tickets can be purchased at<br />

the InfoSource, UCC, 519-434-3250.<br />

Phone: 519-661-3722<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/buspass<br />

Hours for pick-up in the UCC:<br />

September 1-4: 9am-4:30pm; September<br />

7-9: 9am-4pm; September 10-11: 9am-5pm;<br />

September 12: 10am-2pm; September 13:<br />

closed;<br />

September 14: 9am-5pm.<br />

After these days the bus pass can be picked<br />

up at InfoSource Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm and<br />

Fri 9am-5pm. Graduate Students see LTC<br />

section below for pick-up.<br />

This program is designed to provide<br />

unlimited bus transportation for all Full Time<br />

under<strong>graduate</strong>s at <strong>Western</strong>. The program<br />

is effective from September 1st through<br />

April 30th annually. Both the bus pass and<br />

your <strong>Western</strong> ONEcard must be presented<br />

to the driver as you board the bus. The<br />

pass allows unlimited rides, all bus stop<br />

locations, all hours <strong>of</strong> operation, seven<br />

days a week, including holidays, on all<br />

regularly scheduled LTC bus routes. To<br />

pick up the USC bus pass you need your<br />

<strong>Western</strong> ONEcard.<br />

Lost Card: Lost cards can be replaced at<br />

the InfoSource, main floor <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong><br />

Community Centre. There is a $25 fee for the<br />

replacement <strong>of</strong> a bus pass. Returned passes<br />

are at InfoSource or Student Central.<br />

ISIC Card<br />

See the Shops and Services section in this guide.<br />

London Transit Commission<br />

(LTC)<br />

Phone: 519-451-1347<br />

www.ltconline.ca<br />

London is served by an extensive bus<br />

network with regular access to the <strong>University</strong>.<br />

Timetables and maps are available at<br />

InfoSource (UCC, see map) and on-line.<br />

Your bus pass is included in your student fee<br />

(see Bus Pass above for more information).<br />

Any enquiries should be directed to the<br />

USC InfoSource at 519-661-3722. For more<br />

information on a Graduate Students (SOGS)<br />

pass please call 519-661-3394, www.uwo.<br />

ca/sogs or pick up your pass in Room 260<br />

SOGS UCC.<br />

Parking<br />

See the Parking section in this guide.<br />

Shuttle Bus, King’s/Brescia<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/bus_schedules/<br />

This bus is free to all <strong>Western</strong> students.<br />

For a current schedule <strong>of</strong> stops, please visit<br />

the website above.<br />

Phone: 519-673-6111<br />

1740 Richmond Street North<br />

Provides free transportation to Masonville/<br />

Loblaws on Saturdays. Pick-ups every<br />

Saturday at Alumni House, Elgin Hall, Essex<br />

Hall, London Hall and Bayfield Hall between<br />

1:00pm-2:00pm; and drop-<strong>of</strong>fs at the same<br />

locations between 2:00pm-3:00pm.<br />

Shuttle Bus, USC Exam<br />

Service<br />

519-661-3722<br />

Email: usc.info@uwo.ca<br />

The Infosource, <strong>University</strong> Community Centre Atrium<br />

During the December 2010 and April<br />

2011 exams the <strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

will be providing students with a late night<br />

Shuttle Service for those who plan to study<br />

late at night at Weldon and Taylor Libraries.<br />

Shuttle buses will be departing from the<br />

Natural Science Building and from Oxford<br />

Drive (in front <strong>of</strong> the UCC). The hours <strong>of</strong><br />

service will be from 11:55pm to 2:30am. For<br />

complete details please visit the <strong>University</strong><br />

Students’ Council website at: www.usc.uwo.<br />

ca<br />

Shuttle Bus, White Oaks Mall<br />

www.whiteoaksmall.ca/usr/media/uwo_sched.pdf<br />

Taxi<br />

AboutTown Taxi : ................... 519-432-2222<br />

Checker Limousine &<br />

Airport Services:...................... 519-659-0400<br />

London Taxi:........................... 519-657-1111<br />

U-NEED-A-CAB :.................... 519-438-2121<br />

Train<br />

Phone: 1-888-842-7245<br />

www.viarail.ca<br />

On campus, tickets can be purchased at<br />

Travel Cuts, UCC, 519-661-4070.<br />

Windermere Manor<br />

Phone: 519-858-1414<br />

www.windermeremanor.com/<br />

Need a place to stay that is very near<br />

campus? The Windermere Manor <strong>of</strong>fers 48<br />

fully appointed and tastefully decorated<br />

executive suites and guestrooms. Though set<br />

in the classic elegance and intimate charm<br />

<strong>of</strong> a memorable country inn <strong>of</strong> a bygone era,<br />

Windermere provides all the conveniences<br />

a modern business or leisure traveller<br />

demands. Walking distance to The <strong>University</strong><br />

<strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. Free parking for all<br />

Windermere guests.<br />

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Volunteer & Clubs<br />

94.9 CHRW – Radio <strong>Western</strong><br />

See the Media on Campus section in this guide.<br />

Alternative Spring Break<br />

asb.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers students the opportunity<br />

to participate in a service-learning experience<br />

during Reading Week each year. Since 2003,<br />

hundreds <strong>of</strong> students from all faculties have<br />

travelled to places like Louisiana, the Dominican<br />

Republic, Costa Rica and Winnipeg to engage in<br />

community development projects. The program<br />

aims to connect students’ academic learning<br />

with real-world issues and enhance their sense <strong>of</strong><br />

civic engagement.<br />

Clubs<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca<br />

Clubs Week: September 20-24, 2010<br />

Get involved, join something different or<br />

something you love. Meet new people. Also<br />

check out the USC website for all the different<br />

campus clubs. Click on ‘Student Life’ and then<br />

on ‘Clubs Community’.<br />

Elections<br />

See the Leadership section in this guide.<br />

Enviro<strong>Western</strong>, USC<br />

Email: usc.environment@uwo.ca<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/envirowestern<br />

Enviro<strong>Western</strong> is the student answer to<br />

environmental issues, providing both action<br />

and advocacy for issues important to students,<br />

as well as numerous opportunities to get<br />

involved. Check out the website listed above<br />

for more information on how to get involved<br />

with the range <strong>of</strong> projects undertaken each<br />

year.<br />

Faculty Students’ Councils,<br />

Clubs and Associations<br />

Visit your Faculty or School’s website<br />

to find out about how to get involved<br />

with different Councils, Clubs and<br />

Associations at the Faculty level. It’s a<br />

great way to get involved. If you go to<br />

www.uwo.ca and click on ‘Faculties’ on<br />

the right hand menu, it will link you to<br />

all the Faculties and Schools at <strong>Western</strong>.<br />

fraternities and the exciting dynamic<br />

they provide in addition to your student<br />

experience. Looking for valuable connections<br />

to your field <strong>of</strong> study or future career, or to<br />

expand on your social or athletic experience?<br />

Find us on the Concrete beach after O-Week<br />

and introduce yourself!<br />

International Income Tax<br />

Preparation (IITP) Volunteers<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/services/index.html?iitp<br />

IITP volunteers are <strong>Western</strong> students<br />

whose role is to assist international students<br />

(individually or in small groups) and their<br />

spouses/partners with completing their<br />

Canadian Income Tax Forms during the<br />

Income Tax Clinic held in March and April.<br />

In addition to enhancing their cross-cultural<br />

communication skills, IITP volunteers can<br />

benefit from learning how to file their own<br />

taxes and become familiar with international<br />

student tax issues. Training and a Volunteer<br />

Certificate is provided by Canada Revenue<br />

Agency. For more information, please contact<br />

iss@uwo.ca, or visit us at SDC’s International<br />

and Exchange Student Centre in Room 2120,<br />

WSS. Please visit our website in December<br />

for information on the IITP recruitment for<br />

Spring 2011.<br />

International Peer<br />

Connection (IPC)<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/services/index.html?ispc<br />

The IPC program connects new<br />

international (<strong>graduate</strong> and under<strong>graduate</strong>)<br />

students with current <strong>Western</strong> students called<br />

Peer Guides. Peer Guides are<br />

familiar<br />

with the <strong>Western</strong> campus and have had a<br />

variety <strong>of</strong> international and intercultural<br />

experiences <strong>of</strong> their own. Peer Guides act as<br />

guides, resource people, cultural interpreters<br />

and friendly supports to new international<br />

students during their transition to <strong>Western</strong><br />

and Canada. Volunteering as a Peer Guide<br />

is an opportunity to enhance intercultural,<br />

leadership and helping skills as well as<br />

develop international friendships. For more<br />

information, please contact iss@uwo.ca, or<br />

visit us at SDC’s International and Exchange<br />

Student Centre in Room 2120, WSS. Please<br />

visit our website (www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/<br />

services/index.html?pg) in early 2011 for<br />

information on the Peer Guide recruitment for<br />

2011-2012.<br />

Let’s Talk Science<br />

www.letstalkscience.ca<br />

Middlesex College room 11<br />

Through the Partnership Program,<br />

volunteers go into classrooms to do handson<br />

activities with students; guide field trips<br />

and laboratory tours; provide science fair<br />

mentoring and judging; <strong>of</strong>fer organized<br />

workshops in fields like biotechnology<br />

and physics; engage students in bonafide<br />

scientific research; give whole-school<br />

workshops and presentations; and give<br />

workshops at museums or community<br />

events.<br />

Leadership and Mentorship<br />

Program (LAMP)<br />

See the Leadership section in this guide.<br />

continued…<br />

Gazette<br />

See the Media on Campus section in this<br />

guide.<br />

Interfraternity Council,<br />

UWO<br />

Email: shalas@uwo.ca (IFC President)<br />

This is the body that helps<br />

organize and maintain the<br />

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Volunteer & Clubs<br />

Volunteer & Clubs<br />

McIntosh Gallery<br />

A unique opportunity to engage with the<br />

visual arts. Research the collection or get<br />

involved with the McIntosh’s many special<br />

projects and events. Volunteer and part-time,<br />

paid work-study positions available. For more<br />

information contact us at: mcintoshgallery@<br />

uwo.ca<br />

Off to <strong>Western</strong><br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

Off to <strong>Western</strong> events are hosted in August<br />

by Alumni <strong>Western</strong>, in select hometowns that<br />

send first year students <strong>of</strong>f to <strong>Western</strong> in the<br />

fall. Current students and new <strong>graduate</strong>s are<br />

Hometown Volunteers and speak to incoming<br />

first year students about their student<br />

experience at <strong>Western</strong> including O-week,<br />

living in residence, academics and social life.<br />

Orientation Week<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca<br />

Email: usc.oweek@uwo.ca.<br />

Orientation Week is one <strong>of</strong> the most<br />

important programs the USC provides for<br />

the students at <strong>Western</strong>. Not only does the<br />

program help welcome the incoming class<br />

<strong>of</strong> first year students, it also provides 800<br />

volunteer positions for upper year students.<br />

Each Orientation leader (Soph) is chosen<br />

through a selection process from a pool <strong>of</strong><br />

1500 applicants. There are five different types<br />

<strong>of</strong> Soph positions available: Residence Sophs,<br />

Charity Sophs, Faculty Sophs, Info Team<br />

Sophs, and Affiliated College<br />

Sophs.<br />

Leadership positions are also available, such as<br />

being the Head Soph <strong>of</strong> a team, or a member<br />

<strong>of</strong> Orientation Staff that works directly with the<br />

Orientation Coordinator in planning the week.<br />

Panhellenic Council, UWO<br />

www.uwosororities.com<br />

This is the student-run government<br />

body <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>’s sorority community.<br />

Each sorority provides its members with<br />

a well-rounded university experience<br />

through leadership, scholarship, social,<br />

and philanthropic opportunities, as well as<br />

providing a lifetime <strong>of</strong> membership benefits.<br />

Formal recruitment takes place September<br />

24-27.<br />

SERT – Student Emergency<br />

Response Team<br />

See the Safety and Security section in this guide.<br />

Society <strong>of</strong> Off-Campus<br />

Students (SOCS)<br />

See the Leadership section in this guide.<br />

Sport Clubs<br />

wwww.westernmustangs.ca<br />

Campus Recreation currently facilitates<br />

17 student sport clubs, including various<br />

martial arts, triathlon, synchronized<br />

swimming, and more. A Campus<br />

Recreation sport<br />

club is a sanctioned organization, established<br />

by students, that provides an opportunity<br />

for all Campus Recreation members to<br />

participate in a specific sport or physical<br />

activity. Involvement in a sport club is<br />

strictly voluntary; they are designed to<br />

enhance the <strong>University</strong> experience. Sport<br />

clubs may emphasize any or all <strong>of</strong> the<br />

following: socialization, instruction and<br />

skill development, student leadership<br />

development, and competition.<br />

<strong>University</strong> Students’ Council<br />

(USC)<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca<br />

Room 340, UCC<br />

As Canada’s largest student union, the<br />

USC is committed to making your university<br />

experience enriching, exciting, and enjoyable.<br />

In addition to programming events and<br />

managing <strong>University</strong> Community Centre<br />

operations, the USC lobbies all levels <strong>of</strong><br />

government to ensure that your education is<br />

affordable, accessible, and <strong>of</strong> the highest quality<br />

both socially and academically. You can get<br />

involved by becoming a representative on the<br />

council, working on committees, volunteering<br />

at our media outlets, or coordinating numerous<br />

USC projects like Theatre <strong>Western</strong>, Cultural<br />

Caravan, Charity Ball, and more! The USC<br />

publishes Canada’s only daily student<br />

newspaper, The Gazette, and operates 94.9<br />

CHRW, an award-winning radio<br />

station. The USC also provides a<br />

variety <strong>of</strong> services including a bus<br />

pass, student health plan, food<br />

bank, and student groups like<br />

Pride <strong>Western</strong>, the Women’s Issues<br />

Network, Enviro<strong>Western</strong>, and over<br />

180 clubs.<br />

Commissioners are the<br />

foundation <strong>of</strong> your <strong>University</strong><br />

Students’ Council. They oversee<br />

major USC events such as<br />

awareness weeks and campuswide<br />

campaigns. Applications for<br />

all Commissioner positions will<br />

be available in February at the<br />

USC Office in the UCC Room<br />

340. Unfilled Commissioner<br />

positions will re-open in<br />

September. Visit www.usc.<br />

uwo.ca to see which ones you<br />

can still apply for.<br />

The <strong>University</strong> Students’<br />

Council is comprised <strong>of</strong><br />

many committees, each<br />

<strong>of</strong> which serves a specific<br />

function. Many USC<br />

committees include at<br />

least one student-at-large<br />

position. Applications for<br />

committee positions<br />

will be<br />

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available in September at the USC <strong>of</strong>fice. To<br />

find out more about a specific committee<br />

or how to apply, visit the USC website<br />

USC Clubs<br />

Email: usc.clubs.coordinator@uwo.ca<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca/westernclubs<br />

Every year there are more than<br />

19,500 members involved with<br />

<strong>University</strong> Students’ Council clubs,<br />

and with more than 180 clubs to<br />

choose from, you’ll soon see why!<br />

Joining a club is an easy way to<br />

connect with people who share<br />

similar goals and interests. Each<br />

club is run by students, for<br />

students.<br />

The clubs system has<br />

something for everyone,<br />

whether your interest is<br />

political, cultural, or<br />

recreational. Sign up<br />

during Clubs Week in<br />

September and January<br />

in the UCC Atrium, or<br />

start your own club! For<br />

more information, visit the<br />

website or email above.<br />

Volunteers In<br />

Progress (VIP)<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/vip<br />

Each year more than 100<br />

volunteers participate in the<br />

VIP program by volunteering<br />

as English Conversation<br />

Leaders, Learning Skills<br />

Assistants, Marketing and<br />

Promotion Assistants, SDC<br />

Information and Office Assistants, IESC<br />

Activity Coordinators, IESC Newsletter<br />

Assistant Editors, Peer Mentors,VIP Student<br />

Coordinators, IEP Administrative Assistants,<br />

etc. Created by <strong>Western</strong> students in 1983,<br />

the program was designed to complement<br />

students’ academic life by providing them<br />

with an opportunity to develop skills and<br />

gain career-related work experience.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Foot Patrol<br />

See the Safety and Security section in this guide.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Serves<br />

westernserves.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Serves is a one-day community<br />

service learning program <strong>of</strong>fered by The<br />

Student Success Centre designed to increase<br />

participants’ social awareness and knowledge<br />

<strong>of</strong> volunteer opportunities in the London<br />

community. Students, faculty and staff<br />

participate together in meaningful service<br />

experiences at a variety <strong>of</strong> community<br />

agencies, including the Boys & Girls<br />

Club and ReForest London. <strong>Western</strong><br />

Serves takes place annually on the<br />

3rd Saturday in September.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Volunteer<br />

Program (WVP)<br />

Phone: 519-661-3559<br />

www.success.uwo.ca<br />

The Student Success Centre<br />

designed <strong>Western</strong>’s Volunteer Program<br />

(WVP) to provide <strong>Western</strong> students with<br />

practical experience and the opportunity<br />

to enhance their civic responsibility while<br />

addressing campus community needs.<br />

Through WVP, students are given the<br />

opportunity to work on a volunteer basis<br />

under the guidance <strong>of</strong> a supervisor from<br />

<strong>Western</strong> or an affiliated institution. These<br />

supervisors include faculty and staff who are<br />

willing to mentor committed <strong>Western</strong> students<br />

throughout the year for 3-10 hours a week.<br />

Check out the website, or drop by Room 210<br />

in the UCC.<br />

Writing<br />

Support Centre<br />

Peer Tutor Program<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing/index.html?peer_tutoring<br />

The Writing Support Centre’s volunteer<br />

writing tutors <strong>of</strong>fer feedback on student<br />

writing. For more information visit the<br />

Services to Help you Succeed section.<br />

Volunteer & Clubs<br />

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WESTERN BUILDINGS<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Buildings<br />

More information about all the items below can be found in the Student Central section in this<br />

guide or at www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

Student Central<br />

Online Services<br />

Registration<br />

Transcript Request<br />

View Final Grades<br />

Exam Schedules<br />

Class Schedules *<br />

Apply to Graduate<br />

Address Change<br />

Account Balance<br />

Tuition and Refund Schedules<br />

Print T2202a Form<br />

Apply for OSAP, Bursaries, Workstudy<br />

* See Registration Guidelines section in<br />

this guide<br />

Student Central, Room 1120 WSS<br />

In Person Services<br />

<strong>Western</strong> ONECard<br />

Transcript, Statement Letter and Course<br />

Description Requests<br />

Letters <strong>of</strong> Permission<br />

Name Changes<br />

UHIP<br />

Tuition Payments<br />

Refund Cheques<br />

T2202a & T4a requests<br />

Third Party Forms<br />

Diploma Pickup and Replacement Request<br />

Graduation Application and Deferrals<br />

Emergency Financial Aid Appointments<br />

OSAP Pickup<br />

Interest Relief Forms<br />

Telephone Helpline<br />

Services<br />

Course Registration Help<br />

Enrollment Confirmation<br />

Student Center Assistance<br />

Transcript Information<br />

Address Changes<br />

Refund Requests<br />

T2202a & T4A Request<br />

Book Financial Aid Appointments<br />

OSAP Information<br />

Locations for areas in the<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Services<br />

Building http://wss.uwo.ca/<br />

First Floor:<br />

Student Central – Room 1120<br />

Student Financial Aid – Office <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Registrar, Room 1100<br />

Second Floor:<br />

Examination Services – Office <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Registrar, 2140<br />

International and Exchange Student Centre<br />

– Student Development Centre, 2120;<br />

Reception Room 4112<br />

Indigenous Services – Student Development<br />

Centre, Reception Room 2100C<br />

Third Floor:<br />

Experiential Learning, 3100<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Ombudsperson, 3100<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Admissions, 3140<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Recruitment, 3140<br />

Fourth Floor:<br />

Students with Disabilities – Student<br />

Development Services, Reception Room 4111<br />

Learning Skills Services – Student<br />

Development Services; Reception Room 4111<br />

Writing Support Centre – Student<br />

Development Services; Reception Rm. 4112<br />

Psychological Services – Student<br />

Development Services; Reception, Room 4112<br />

Campus Building Shortforms<br />

(as scheduled in the timetable)<br />

Shortform Building Name Shortform Building Name<br />

3M Ctr<br />

3M Center<br />

MC<br />

Middlesex College<br />

AH<br />

Alumni Hall<br />

MSB<br />

Medical Science Building<br />

B&GS<br />

Biological and Geological Science<br />

NS<br />

Natural Sciences Centre<br />

BR<br />

Brescia College<br />

P&AB<br />

Physics and Astronomy Building<br />

CHB<br />

Chemistry Building<br />

SH<br />

Somerville House<br />

DSB<br />

Dental Science Buildings<br />

SSC<br />

Social Science Centre<br />

EC<br />

Elborn College. (Entrance recommended<br />

through south doors)<br />

STaB<br />

STH<br />

Staging Building<br />

Stevenson Hall<br />

EH<br />

Elgin Hall<br />

STPS<br />

St. Peter’s Seminary<br />

ESB<br />

Engineering Science Building<br />

SSB<br />

Support Services Building<br />

HSB<br />

Health Sciences Building<br />

(formerly South Valley Building - SVB)<br />

TC<br />

TH<br />

Talbot College<br />

Thames Hall<br />

HC<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College<br />

UC<br />

<strong>University</strong> College<br />

IBS<br />

Ivey Business School<br />

UCC<br />

<strong>University</strong> Community Centre<br />

KC<br />

King’s College<br />

WSS<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building<br />

LAH<br />

Lawson Hall<br />

VAC<br />

Visual Arts Centre<br />

MB<br />

Music Building<br />

WSC<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Science Centre (Paterson Building)<br />

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Make the most <strong>of</strong> your time at <strong>Western</strong> — get experience!<br />

GET EXPERIENCE at WESTERN<br />

Community Service Learning - Co-operative Education - Fieldwork - Job Shadow - Internships - Practicum - Volunteering<br />

To learn skills that can be included in a resume<br />

Often students complain they can’t get a first job because they do not have any prior employment to include in their resume. If you think paid<br />

employment is the only type <strong>of</strong> experience an employer is looking for, it is not true! Employers and recruiters look for experience, as well as other<br />

transferable skills. Employers are <strong>of</strong>ten willing to train someone who is eager to learn and do the work for free, or on a part-time basis. It’s a great<br />

trade <strong>of</strong>f — the employer gets the work done and you get the skills and experience your resume is lacking!<br />

To figure out what you like<br />

How many times have you answered the phrase ‘what would you like to be when you grow up?’ You may be very confident about your chosen<br />

career path (eg. you’ve always wanted to be a doctor), or you may be less sure <strong>of</strong> your future occupation. You may spend four years, or more,<br />

in university only to discover on the first day<br />

<strong>of</strong> your new job that you strongly dislike an<br />

important element <strong>of</strong> your career. Getting practical<br />

experience in the field now, while you are still in<br />

the planning stages, will give you a taste <strong>of</strong> what<br />

is to come. The more varied experience you have,<br />

the clearer your vision will be <strong>of</strong> where you would<br />

like to end up.<br />

To meet people and make<br />

contacts<br />

While you’re honing your transferable skills<br />

and scoping out potential industries, you’ll also be<br />

doing something else: gaining valuable contacts!<br />

Networking is potentially the most important job<br />

search technique. The best thing you can do to<br />

give yourself a competitive edge when searching<br />

for your dream job is to develop a strong network<br />

<strong>of</strong> people within the industry.<br />

To give back to your<br />

community<br />

The wonderful thing about gaining experience<br />

is that while you catch a glimpse into your future<br />

career and enhance your resume, you may also<br />

be able to give back to your community in a<br />

valuable way. You’ll gain the skills you need, and<br />

community organizations will be able to provide<br />

programs and services to those who need it most.<br />

This may turn out to be the most rewarding<br />

component <strong>of</strong> your experience!<br />

Conclusion<br />

Getting experience is an important step in<br />

determining your career path! Just remember that<br />

skills are valuable, and whether you learn them in the<br />

classroom, in an <strong>of</strong>fice, or at a volunteer placement,<br />

you can – and should – include these skills on your<br />

resume. In today’s job market, it is important to<br />

highlight all <strong>of</strong> your skills and experience to give<br />

yourself the most competitive edge.<br />

If you would like advice regarding how<br />

to obtain experience, or how to include your<br />

experiences on your resume, we would be happy<br />

to help. Just call, email, or drop in with your<br />

questions.<br />

Choosing the Right experience for you:<br />

How to find On Campus jobs:<br />

What could be more convenient than working and attending class in the same location?<br />

That is true one-stop shopping! To find on-campus work opportunities:<br />

• Watch for the Hospitality Services Job Fair in the spring, summer and fall<br />

• Visit the various campus employers to ask them about their hiring schedule<br />

• Check out the Working at <strong>Western</strong> website at communications.uwo.ca/careers<br />

How to find Off Campus jobs<br />

CareerCentral https://careercentral.uwo.ca<br />

• Login with your UWO username and password and try an advanced search<br />

Experiential learning refers to hands-on experience you obtain by applying theoretical<br />

knowledge in a real-world setting. We call it learning outside the classroom! With<br />

experiential learning, you may have the chance to ‘test-drive’ a particular job or employment<br />

sector to see if it is a good fit with your skills. Other benefits include the development <strong>of</strong><br />

skills such as teamwork, leadership, initiative, and communication. Experiential learning<br />

can provide you with relevant, rewarding experience as you build your resume, and make<br />

you more competitive for summer jobs and post-graduation employment. Experiential<br />

learning includes community service learning, co-operative education, fieldwork, job<br />

shadow, internship, practicum and volunteering.<br />

There are a number <strong>of</strong> volunteer programs on campus; search for <strong>Western</strong>’s Volunteer<br />

Program postings in CareerCentral. You can also become a Career Leader for The Student<br />

Success Centre and help others discover their career path, while learning a whole lot<br />

yourself! Other volunteer opportunities can be found in the Volunteer and Clubs section in<br />

this guide<br />

Off Campus (In your community and abroad)<br />

You can search for “Volunteer” opportunities in CareerCentral. Also, check out www.<br />

success.uwo.ca to find volunteer opportunities in the London community, and around the<br />

world!<br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers courses in various faculties that have a community service-learning<br />

component: check out success.uwo.ca and click on experience to search by your faculty and<br />

discover CSL courses in your field <strong>of</strong> study!<br />

<strong>Western</strong> also has a number <strong>of</strong> non-academic CSL programs including:<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Serves: a popular one-day service event at various locations in the London<br />

community, <strong>of</strong>fered annually on the 3rd Saturday <strong>of</strong> September.<br />

Alternative Spring Break (ASB): a week-long service program occurring during Reading<br />

Week where students have the opportunity to travel and volunteer in locations all over the<br />

world. Previous years’ experiences have included building houses in New Orleans, and<br />

serving at an orphanage in the Dominican Republic.<br />

Internships & Co-ops include <strong>Western</strong>’s Internship Program and the Summer<br />

Engineering Co-op Program (SECOP). Information on completing an internship<br />

as a part <strong>of</strong> your program, or outside <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>, can be found at success.uwo.ca.<br />

Or contact your faculty to see if they <strong>of</strong>fer co-operative education as part <strong>of</strong> their<br />

programming.<br />

working<br />

experiential<br />

learning<br />

volunteering<br />

Community<br />

Service Learning<br />

internships<br />

Get Experience!<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

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Affiliated <strong>University</strong> Colleges<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College<br />

If you have any questions about BUCSC elections,<br />

please contact our VP Administration, at<br />

vpadministration@bucsc.ca.<br />

Fall-Winter (Sept.-April)<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Advising Hours:<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College<br />

Phone: 519- 432-8353<br />

Email: brescia@uwo.ca<br />

www.brescia.uwo.ca<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College at<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong><br />

1285 <strong>Western</strong> Road<br />

London, <strong>Ontario</strong>, Canada N6G 1H2<br />

A <strong>University</strong> Built for Women by<br />

Women<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College is located on<br />

beautiful grounds next to The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> with which it is affiliated.<br />

Brescia students enjoy the activity and resources<br />

<strong>of</strong> a large university plus the sense <strong>of</strong> community<br />

that is found on a small campus.<br />

Brescia provides academic programming <strong>of</strong><br />

the highest quality. Faculty members in all fields<br />

are respected scholars with an active interest<br />

in under<strong>graduate</strong> teaching. Faculty research in<br />

such fields as nutrition, sociology, community<br />

development, religious studies and English<br />

literature is innovative and well regarded.<br />

As Canada’s only university-level women’s<br />

college, Brescia focuses on the needs <strong>of</strong> women<br />

learners. Brescia students encounter many<br />

opportunities to develop their leadership<br />

potential and are encouraged to play decisionmaking<br />

roles in campus organizations.<br />

Brescia students learn to think critically and<br />

to challenge accepted opinion. These analytical<br />

skills prepare women for the challenges <strong>of</strong> future<br />

careers and social responsibilities.<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Divisions<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Dean<br />

Dr. John Mitchell<br />

jbmitche@uwo.ca<br />

Telephone: 519-432-8353 ext. 28363<br />

Associate <strong>Academic</strong> Dean (Student Affairs)<br />

To be appointed<br />

Telephone: 519-432-8353 ext. 28363<br />

Division <strong>of</strong> Arts and Humanities<br />

• Programs in English, Modern Languages,<br />

Religious Studies and Philosophy<br />

Division <strong>of</strong> Food and Nutritional Sciences<br />

• Division <strong>of</strong> Food and Nutritional Sciences<br />

- Programs in Nutrition and Dietetics, and<br />

Food Science and Technology<br />

Division <strong>of</strong> Social Sciences<br />

• Programs in History, Management and<br />

Organizational Studies, Political Science,<br />

Psychology and Leadership Studies<br />

Division <strong>of</strong> Sociology and Family Studies<br />

• Programs in Sociology, Community<br />

Development and Family Studies,<br />

Crime and Communities, Families and<br />

Communities, and Nutrition and Families<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Support and Advising<br />

Brescia produces an <strong>Academic</strong> Guide which<br />

contains important information to help first year<br />

students achieve academic success.<br />

ADD/DROP<br />

Brescia Registrar’s Office<br />

Room 11, Mother St. James Memorial Building<br />

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm<br />

Phone: 519-858-5151<br />

Fax: 519-858-5137<br />

Email: brescia@uwo.ca<br />

Brescia Registrar’s Office<br />

Room 11, Mother St. James Memorial Building<br />

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm<br />

Phone: 519-858-5151<br />

Fax: 519-858-5137<br />

Email: brescia@uwo.ca<br />

Brescia Students’ Council<br />

Phone: 519.432.8353 x20105<br />

www.bucsc.ca<br />

By appointment<br />

Monday-Thursday 9:30am-11:30am<br />

Drop in<br />

Monday-Thursday 1:30pm-3:30pm<br />

Call 519-858-5151 to book an appointment.<br />

Please call ahead to ensure an advisor will be<br />

available to meet with you regarding:<br />

• course selection<br />

• program registration<br />

• academic accommodation<br />

• advising appointments<br />

Fees, Scholarships and<br />

Financial Aid<br />

Business Office<br />

St. James Building, Main Floor<br />

Phone: 519-432-8353 x28382<br />

Fax: 519-858-5116<br />

Office Hours: Weekdays, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm<br />

Food Services<br />

Castle Café<br />

Located in lower level <strong>of</strong> Ursuline Hall. Open<br />

7am – 7:30pm. (a meal card can be purchased<br />

at the Business Office so you don’t need to carry<br />

cash.)<br />

Get Ready for Intent to<br />

Register (ITR)<br />

The Brescia Advising Team will be hosting<br />

a number <strong>of</strong> sessions to assist you with your<br />

academic planning for September 2011.<br />

Intent to Register is the formal process <strong>of</strong><br />

recording your program for next year. All<br />

returning students are required to submit<br />

their ITR.<br />

Intent to Register Drop-In<br />

(Foyer Outside the Library)<br />

Advisors will be on-hand to assist<br />

students in completing the Intent to Register<br />

process. All students may drop in to speak<br />

with an advisor.<br />

After final grades are posted in May,<br />

students may check their “adjudication<br />

comments” at student.uwo.ca<br />

Government Assistance for<br />

Non-<strong>Ontario</strong> Students<br />

If you are not a resident <strong>of</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>,<br />

information on your home province’s financial<br />

assistance program can be obtained through the<br />

Canada Student Loan Program website.<br />

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Brescia is Canada’s<br />

only university-level<br />

women’s college.<br />

Medical Accommodation<br />

Other Bursaries<br />

Note: If you consulted Student Health<br />

Services on-campus, use the Records Release<br />

form available in the Brescia Registrar’s Office.<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Student Assistance<br />

Program (OSAP)<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid Section in this guide.<br />

Applications are available each spring from:<br />

• from the Business Office at Brescia (for<br />

paper applications only)<br />

• online at http://osap.gov.on.ca<br />

Students are encouraged to apply early.<br />

All applications and/or application<br />

information must be submitted to the Business<br />

Office at Brescia. When applying for OSAP<br />

assistance online, please remember to select the<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> as your primary<br />

school selection. Brescia is affiliated with the<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>, but all financial<br />

assistance for Brescia students is administered at<br />

Brescia.<br />

Students, along with their parents and spouse<br />

with applicant consent, are encouraged to review<br />

their individual situation with the Financial<br />

Aid Officer. If you feel you are in a situation<br />

that requires special consideration, please make<br />

an appointment to see Brescia’s Financial Aid<br />

Officer in the Business Office, Room 110.<br />

Summer OSAP<br />

The application for summer OSAP is<br />

available through <strong>Western</strong>’s Student Financial<br />

Services. For 2010-2011 OSAP, please register<br />

for your summer courses and complete the<br />

“Under<strong>graduate</strong> Summer 2011 Supplemental<br />

OSAP Application.” Applications should be<br />

returned directly to the <strong>Western</strong> Student Services<br />

Building at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>.<br />

Deadlines<br />

Fall/Winter Fee Deferment to OSAP<br />

deadline - All students should apply no later<br />

than June 30th with all signature sheets and all<br />

outstanding paperwork submitted no later than<br />

the third week <strong>of</strong> July annually. You may defer<br />

payment <strong>of</strong> tuition until your loan documents<br />

are received if you applied for OSAP by the<br />

Brescia deadlines, and you have received<br />

confirmation from the Ministry that you will<br />

be receiving sufficient OSAP to cover fees due.<br />

Typically you should receive this confirmation<br />

automatically before the August fee payment<br />

date by either paper or email depending on the<br />

choice <strong>of</strong> communication you chose at the time<br />

<strong>of</strong> application, or you may check your status on<br />

the OSAP website.<br />

Please note that the academic year at Brescia<br />

is 34 weeks in length - two terms. A student<br />

applying for summer OSAP completes a separate<br />

application in early spring.<br />

See the Fees and Financial Aid section in this<br />

guide.<br />

Parking<br />

See the Parking section in this guide.<br />

Resources @ the<br />

Registrar’s Office<br />

• <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong>s<br />

• Brescia Timetable<br />

• Module Sheets<br />

• Registration Handbooks<br />

• Summer Timetable<br />

• Exam Schedules<br />

• Bus Schedules<br />

There are three summer sessions:<br />

Intersession (early May - mid June); Summer<br />

Evening (early May - late July) and Summer<br />

Day (early July - mid August).<br />

Services @ the Brescia<br />

Registrar’s Office<br />

• <strong>Academic</strong> Advising<br />

• Add/Drop<br />

• Paper Add/Drop will be in the Brescia<br />

auditorium<br />

• All Brescia students must drop <strong>of</strong>f<br />

completed paper Add/Drop forms<br />

for signature and processing to the<br />

Brescia auditorium<br />

• Dean’s Waiver information<br />

• Getting around campus<br />

• Graduation information and<br />

instructions on how to Apply to<br />

Graduate<br />

• Applying for a Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission to<br />

take a course at another university<br />

• Program registration<br />

• Room Bookings: except Auditorium<br />

and Oak Room (available through<br />

Principal’s Office)<br />

• UHIP<br />

Shuttle Bus, King’s/Brescia<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/files/file/KingsBusSchedule.pdf<br />

This bus is free to all <strong>Western</strong> students.<br />

For a current schedule <strong>of</strong> stops, please visit<br />

the website above.<br />

Small Group Advising Sessions<br />

in February (Years 1-4)<br />

Registration required in registrar’s <strong>of</strong>fice.<br />

Visit Brescia’s website for more specific<br />

information about dates and times for these<br />

sessions.<br />

To book an appointment with an <strong>Academic</strong><br />

Advisor, call 519-858-5151. Remember to<br />

check the advising hours.<br />

Want to Get Involved?<br />

You’re not too late! There are usually several<br />

positions that will be re-opened in the Fall By-<br />

Elections. Visit our website for more details.<br />

Writing Centre<br />

www.brescia.uwo.ca/campus_life/campus_services/<br />

writing_center/index.html<br />

St. James Building - Room 40<br />

Brescia’s Writing Centre welcomes all<br />

student writers. Develop your writing skills in<br />

conversation with Brescia’s Writing Instructor<br />

or Peer Tutors. We share writing strategies,<br />

a resource library and access to on-line<br />

information. Bring your ideas, doodles, drafts,<br />

or blank pages. We’ll encourage and help you<br />

to develop an effective voice in the academic<br />

community.<br />

Individual Writing Instruction<br />

• Drop in or book an appointment in<br />

Room 40 (After hours at McCann<br />

Student Services Centre)<br />

• Plan to visit for up to 50 minutes (15<br />

minutes during peak hours)<br />

• Discover Writing style guides and<br />

references<br />

• Use our ESL resources<br />

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Affiliated <strong>University</strong> Colleges<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College<br />

Athletics and Recreation<br />

See the Sports and Recreation section in this guide.<br />

Bursaries<br />

Huron Entrance Bursaries<br />

• non-repayable grants ranging from<br />

$250-$3,000 per year<br />

• applicants must demonstrate financial<br />

need<br />

• apply through the Financial Aid Office,<br />

519-438-7224, ext. 215<br />

Fees and Financial Support<br />

Tuition Fees: Room A116 HUC;<br />

Phone: 519- 438-7224, ext. 216<br />

OSAP and Bursaries: Room A120 HUC;<br />

Phone: 519- 438-7224, ext. 215<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.<br />

Appointments are not necessary.<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College<br />

Phone: 519-438-7224<br />

Email: huron@uwo.ca<br />

www.huronuc.ca/<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College, Room W28<br />

1349 <strong>Western</strong> Road, London, ON N6G 1H3<br />

A Brief Look at Huron’s Past<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College was<br />

incorporated on May 5, 1863, and is the<br />

founding college <strong>of</strong> The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. Originally established as<br />

Huron College, Huron changed its name<br />

to Huron <strong>University</strong> College with Royal<br />

Assent in June 2000. To be part <strong>of</strong> Huron<br />

is to be part <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong> the oldest university<br />

communities in Canada.<br />

In 1951, Huron moved to its present<br />

location and has since seen major growth<br />

not only in its student enrollment, but<br />

also in its residence facilities, classrooms,<br />

library, and faculty <strong>of</strong>fices. From its modest<br />

beginnings in 1956 with 45 full-time<br />

students, the Faculty <strong>of</strong> Arts and Social<br />

Science (originally known as the Faculty <strong>of</strong><br />

Arts), now boasts a student enrollment <strong>of</strong><br />

over 1200 full-time students. Our Faculty<br />

<strong>of</strong> Theology continues to attract students to<br />

its Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Theology, Master <strong>of</strong> Divinity,<br />

Master <strong>of</strong> Theological Studies and Master <strong>of</strong><br />

Arts (Theology) programs. The two Faculties<br />

enroll a diverse student body <strong>of</strong> about 1300,<br />

with students from across Canada and<br />

around the world.<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counsellors<br />

Debbie Chadwick (B.A.), <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor<br />

519-438-7224 ext. 276<br />

dchadwi2@huron.uwo.ca<br />

Kent Robinson (B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed.), <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor<br />

519-438-7224 ext 252<br />

krobin43@huron.uwo.ca<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm<br />

Drop in to book an appointment or call<br />

519-438-7224 ext. 244<br />

The <strong>Academic</strong> Counselling <strong>of</strong>fice at Huron<br />

<strong>University</strong> College is located in the West<br />

Wing <strong>of</strong> the College in the <strong>Academic</strong> Services<br />

Centre (A.S.C.). The <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellors<br />

are qualified to assist students with their<br />

academic programs, selection <strong>of</strong> courses, and<br />

future educational planning. They are also<br />

available to help students with any academic<br />

difficulties that they are experiencing and to<br />

guide students to the appropriate services<br />

available on campus if needed.<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Services Centre<br />

This centre has been designed to provide<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College students with<br />

all <strong>of</strong> the tools necessary to be successful<br />

throughout their under<strong>graduate</strong> career and<br />

beyond. If you need any academic assistance<br />

remember A.S.C.<br />

• <strong>Academic</strong> Counselling<br />

• Career Services<br />

• Writing Centre<br />

Add/Drop<br />

See the Student Central section in this guide.<br />

Food<br />

www.huronuc.ca/student_life/huron_dining_hall<br />

All students living in residence must<br />

participate in the food plan. Students dine in<br />

the Huron Dining Hall, located on Huron’s<br />

campus just a short walk from the residences.<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Students may also dine here as well.<br />

Huron students may choose to increase their<br />

eating options by adding UWO food dollars<br />

to their card, which gives students access to<br />

the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> outlets, as<br />

well as selected places in the City <strong>of</strong> London.<br />

Your food card operates on a declining balance<br />

system that updates your balance each time<br />

you make a purchase at the Food Court.<br />

Housing/Residence<br />

www.huronuc.ca/student_life/housing<br />

Residence Name Style No. <strong>of</strong> Type<br />

S students<br />

Benson House (Upper Year) house 7 co-ed<br />

Cronyn House (Upper Year) house 8 co-ed<br />

Henderson House (Upper Year) house 11 co-ed<br />

Hellmuth Hall dormitory 98 co-ed<br />

O’Neil/Ridley* dormitory 185 co-ed<br />

Southwest Residence** suites 56 co-ed<br />

Yellow Cottage (Upper Year) house 3 co-ed<br />

Young House (Upper Year) house 5 co-ed<br />

*suites in O’Neil/Ridley are reserved for upper year students<br />

**<strong>of</strong>fers a first-year Scholar’s Floor and Quiet Floor options.<br />

House: formerly a home (located on Huron’s campus) that has been<br />

converted to residence space for student; Dormitory: single and<br />

double rooms with shared washroom facilities; Suite: four single rooms<br />

with shared washroom facilities in the suite; Co-ed: All <strong>of</strong> Huron’s co-ed<br />

residences have separate washrooms for men and for women.<br />

Intent to Register<br />

If you are planning to return or transfer to<br />

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Huron is the founding<br />

college <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>,<br />

established in 1863.<br />

Huron in September, you must indicate your<br />

Intent to Register on-line by the deadline.<br />

If you do not complete the on-line Intent<br />

to Register form, you will not be sent a<br />

registration/course selection package in June,<br />

and you won’t be able to register for courses<br />

for the Fall//Winter term.<br />

International Peer Guide<br />

Program<br />

This program provides Canadian students<br />

(as “Peer Guides”) the opportunity to make<br />

friends and to gain valuable experience<br />

working with international students through<br />

a series <strong>of</strong> international activities and<br />

international c<strong>of</strong>fee mornings. The purpose<br />

<strong>of</strong> these activities is to introduce international<br />

and exchange students to Canadian cultural<br />

and social life and to provide opportunities for<br />

social interaction between the Canadian and<br />

international communities at Huron.<br />

Learning Beyond our Borders<br />

www.huronuc.ca/international_opportunities<br />

Exchanges<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College has 17 formal<br />

exchange agreements with universities around<br />

the world in many different countries.<br />

Huron in Honduras<br />

This experiential learning opportunity<br />

is designed for students seeking a deeper<br />

understanding <strong>of</strong> the social, cultural, economic<br />

and political links among societies in a rapidly<br />

globalizing world.<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar<br />

Room W25<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri: 8:30am-4:00pm<br />

Tues: 10:00am-4:00pm<br />

Please note all requests for letters <strong>of</strong><br />

enrollment, signatures on government<br />

documents, insurance, scholarship etc. forms<br />

must be directed to the Huron Registrar’s<br />

Office.<br />

Requests for <strong>of</strong>ficial transcripts must be<br />

made through The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Registrar’s Office (See Student<br />

Central section in this guide) Rm 1120 WSS.<br />

OSAP<br />

Applicants can find information<br />

regarding this program as well as the on-line<br />

application in the Fees and Finance section<br />

in this guide or on the OSAP website located<br />

at http://osap.gov.on.ca<br />

Parking<br />

See the Parking section in this guide.<br />

Registration at Huron<br />

The module program permits Huron<br />

students to combine an area <strong>of</strong> study with<br />

one <strong>of</strong> the other Huron program areas or with<br />

a major or minor <strong>of</strong>fered at The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />

<strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>, Brescia <strong>University</strong> College<br />

or King’s <strong>University</strong> College. Huron students<br />

can take up to 2.0 courses per year at the<br />

other <strong>Western</strong> campuses as long as the course<br />

is not <strong>of</strong>fered at Huron.<br />

<strong>Western</strong>, King’s and Brescia students<br />

can enroll in 1.0 courses at Huron per year.<br />

Huron students <strong>graduate</strong> with a degree from<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong> with a<br />

Huron distinction.<br />

Scholarships<br />

Phone: 519- 438-7224, ext. 281<br />

Email: huron@uwo.ca<br />

www.huronuc.on.ca/current_students/under<strong>graduate</strong>_<br />

arts_and_social_science/senior_scholarship_<br />

information<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College rewards academic<br />

excellence and provides a number <strong>of</strong> automatic<br />

scholarships as well as scholarships that require<br />

an application.<br />

Student Clubs and Activities<br />

www.myhuron.ca<br />

With just over 1,300 students, Huron is a<br />

great place to make a lifetime <strong>of</strong> friendships.<br />

Students get incredible support and encouragement<br />

from faculty and fellow students.<br />

Involvement Opportunities<br />

At Huron it is easy to get involved and there<br />

are many positions on campus that provide<br />

leadership experience.<br />

Some opportunities include: students’<br />

council (45 positions), Dam the Stress Mentors<br />

(35 Positions), Promotions Crew (20 Positions),<br />

and the various committees (Formals, Fashion<br />

Show, charities, etc.)<br />

HUCSC Event list:<br />

Homecoming, Formal, Boat Cruise, Alumni<br />

Events, Wrap it Up, Think Pink, Battle <strong>of</strong> the<br />

Bands, Huron Idol<br />

Some Huron Clubs include:<br />

French Club, Huron Underground Dramatic<br />

Society, Huron Literary Society, Sandwich Club,<br />

SAMAJ Cultural Club, GLOBE, Golf Club, JAM<br />

(Just About Music), History Club, Huron Heat<br />

(Dance Club)<br />

In addition to all <strong>of</strong> the clubs and activities<br />

<strong>of</strong>fered at Huron, students may also take<br />

advantage <strong>of</strong> all that the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong><br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> has to <strong>of</strong>fer, www.usc.uwo.ca.<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Programs<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Programs<br />

Economics, English, French and Asian<br />

Studies, Global Studies, History, Jewish<br />

Studies, Management and Organizational<br />

Studies, dual degrees with HBA Ivey,<br />

Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology,<br />

Scholars Electives, Theology<br />

International Study Centre at<br />

Herstmonceux Castle<br />

Students admitted to Huron may apply<br />

to spend their first year at the International<br />

Study Centre (ISC) at Herstmonceux Castle,<br />

in Sussex, England. After completing their first<br />

year <strong>of</strong> study at the ISC, the students return to<br />

Canada to complete their degree at Huron.<br />

Study Abroad<br />

Other study abroad opportunities can be<br />

arranged by students to attend universities<br />

world-wide, lasting anywhere between a week<br />

to a year. Many <strong>of</strong> these opportunities include<br />

courses for credit towards their degree at<br />

Huron.<br />

Volunteer Opportunities<br />

If you do not want to study abroad, but still<br />

wish to be involved in our international initiatives<br />

you can volunteer with GLOBE. This student<br />

club networks with a number <strong>of</strong> committees<br />

concerned with active involvement in world<br />

issues. Some <strong>of</strong> the committees include: WUSCactivities<br />

include education and awareness <strong>of</strong> issues<br />

faced by developing countries, sponsorship<br />

<strong>of</strong> a refugee student each year (to attend Huron);<br />

Amnesty International Committee-educates and<br />

takes action against human rights abuse; Red<br />

Cross Committee-conducts educational campaigns<br />

about humanitarian concerns.<br />

Writing Services at Huron<br />

438-7224 Ext. 317<br />

www.huronuc.ca/student_life/writing_services<br />

There are a number <strong>of</strong> services that have<br />

been developed to help students improve their<br />

academic essay writing skills at Huron.<br />

Graduating students who wish to receive a<br />

Certificate <strong>of</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>iciency in Writing must take<br />

the Writing Pr<strong>of</strong>iciency assessment again in the<br />

year that they <strong>graduate</strong>. A score <strong>of</strong> 4 or higher<br />

on this writing assessment allows students to<br />

receive the Certificate upon graduation. Many<br />

people have found this a useful qualification to<br />

attach to their resumes. This year at graduation<br />

we awarded four Certificates <strong>of</strong> Pr<strong>of</strong>iciency and<br />

one Certificate <strong>of</strong> Excellence in Writing.<br />

The Writing Centre staff, along with the Peer<br />

Writing Instructors, provide individual help<br />

with writing problems and give workshops on<br />

writing skills. We also have many free handouts<br />

available at the Writing Centre which will help<br />

you strengthen your writing skills.<br />

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Affiliated <strong>University</strong> Colleges<br />

King’s <strong>University</strong> College<br />

King’s <strong>University</strong> College<br />

Phone: 519-433-3491<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca<br />

King’s is a Catholic, co-educational, liberal<br />

arts university college, affiliated with The<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>. A King’s<br />

student is registered at <strong>Western</strong> and receives<br />

<strong>Western</strong> credits. Our students may take<br />

any course not <strong>of</strong>fered at King’s at <strong>Western</strong>,<br />

Brescia or Huron. All degrees are granted<br />

from The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>.<br />

Add/Drop, Fall/Winter<br />

For Fall/Winter Add/Drop deadlines, go to:<br />

http://www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2010/pg8.<br />

html<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/pdfs/<br />

StudentHandbook.pdf<br />

During the <strong>of</strong>f-line registration period,<br />

King’s students must submit their Add/ Drop<br />

forms to an <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor for final<br />

approval.<br />

King’s <strong>Academic</strong> Dean’s <strong>of</strong>fice contact<br />

information: Dante Lenardon (DL) 104;<br />

academic.dean@uwo.ca; 519-433-3491, ext.<br />

4406<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counselling drop-in hours: www.<br />

kings.uwo.ca/ado/drop_in<br />

Summer School Add/Drop Deadlines<br />

www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/pdfs/<br />

ImportantSummerDates2010.pdf<br />

Paper Add/Drop Instructions for King’s<br />

students (when web registration is<br />

closed):<br />

1) Get an Add/Drop form from DL104 and<br />

fill it out.<br />

2. Get Department signatures on the form<br />

from the relevant Department (at King’s<br />

or another campus).<br />

3) Come to King’s <strong>Academic</strong> Dean’s Office<br />

(DL104) during drop-in hours (see<br />

above) to get an <strong>Academic</strong> Counsellor’s<br />

approval/signature on the form.<br />

Food Services at King’s<br />

King’s Food Services <strong>of</strong>fers customeroriented<br />

eateries featuring broad and<br />

varied menu choices. We have created an<br />

environment that <strong>of</strong>fers students quality,<br />

value, convenience and excitement. We<br />

are always working to bring you fun and<br />

nutritious dining choices that fit in with<br />

your lifestyle. Your options include national<br />

brands, comfort foods, display cooking,<br />

convenience items, gourmet c<strong>of</strong>fee, sushi<br />

and much more that is available to all King’s<br />

students.<br />

We are committed to providing quality<br />

food, service and value with innovative<br />

programs in order to meet your changing<br />

needs. Your satisfaction is our number-one<br />

priority.<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Thames Market<br />

Monday- Thursday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm<br />

Friday: 8:00 am-7:00 pm<br />

Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 am-7:00pm<br />

Tim Hortons<br />

Monday-Thursday: 8:00 am-9:00 pm<br />

Friday: 8:00 am-3:00 pm<br />

Saturday & Sunday: Closed<br />

General Bursaries<br />

519-433-3491 or 1-800-265-4406<br />

ext. 4317,4410 or 4355<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/academic_calendar/awards_<br />

scholarships_bursaries/all_awards<br />

Contact Marilynne or Shelly at the King’s <strong>University</strong><br />

College Student Financial Services Office.<br />

Students that do not qualify for other<br />

King’s <strong>University</strong> College Bursaries that may<br />

be experiencing financial difficulties are<br />

encouraged to apply for this bursary. This<br />

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Over 10% <strong>of</strong> King’s<br />

students are<br />

international, from<br />

over 35 nations.<br />

bursary is also available to students that may<br />

find themselves in a financial emergency<br />

such as unexpected medical expenses not<br />

covered by normal provincial or federal<br />

funding. Each application is reviewed in<br />

detail and decisions are made on a student<br />

by student basis regarding the level <strong>of</strong><br />

funding necessary.<br />

Learning Skills Services<br />

Assistance is available for:<br />

• exam preparation<br />

• essay research and organization<br />

• time management<br />

• effective note taking<br />

• learning from textbooks<br />

To schedule an appointment for learning<br />

skills services, please contact:<br />

Gale Baker, Administrative Assistant<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Dean <strong>of</strong> Students:<br />

Room W157, Wemple Building<br />

519- 433-3491 ext. 4321<br />

Online Learning Skills assistance is also<br />

available from the Student Development<br />

Centre, UWO.<br />

News and Updates:<br />

King’s Parking for 10/11<br />

• Application will be available starting June<br />

1st at www.kings.uwo.ca/physical_<br />

plant/parking.<br />

• Cost is $689.00, taxes included. (If a<br />

transponder is required, an additional<br />

$35 deposit will apply.)<br />

OSAP for Fall/Winter 10/11<br />

• Application should become available<br />

online at the end <strong>of</strong> May, 2010 at http://<br />

osap.gov.on.ca<br />

• New students should apply no later than<br />

June 25, 2010 to be considered for all<br />

possible programs.<br />

• Returning students should apply no later<br />

than July 14, 2010.<br />

Work Study for Fall/Winter 10/11<br />

• Students can apply for Fall/Winter Work<br />

Study starting August 1st, 2010<br />

How To Get YourT2202A (Tax Certificate<br />

for Tuition and Education Amounts)<br />

1. Go to the Student Centre site at http://<br />

student.uwo.ca<br />

2. Login to your account using your email<br />

login and password<br />

NOTE: if you do not remember your<br />

personal account or password, go to<br />

the link below the “Login” section for<br />

assistance.<br />

3. Once logged in, scroll to the bottom <strong>of</strong><br />

the page<br />

4. Under “Finances”, find ‘my T2202A<br />

slips’ and click on the link<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

5. Choose which year that you wish to print<br />

Summer School Tuition<br />

• You must contact UWO regarding<br />

summer tuition and summer OSAP. Your<br />

summer tuition balance will be located<br />

on your Student Centre.<br />

• Student Financial Services at UWO is<br />

located in Room 1140, <strong>Western</strong> Student<br />

Services Building<br />

• Call the UWO Help Line at<br />

519-661-2100 or email finaid@uwo.ca.<br />

Recent Announcements from the Ministry<br />

<strong>of</strong> Education and Training, Colleges and<br />

Universities<br />

• Textbook and Technology Grant for<br />

10/11 will remain at $150 and only be<br />

given to OSAP eligible students that have<br />

picked up their funding.<br />

• Distance Grants / Travel Grants for<br />

10/11(awarded through the OSAP<br />

application) will only be awarded to<br />

students that demonstrate financial need<br />

ex) qualify for at least $1 <strong>of</strong> needs based<br />

funding.<br />

Scholarships and Awards<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/academic_calendar/awards_<br />

scholarships_bursaries/all_awards<br />

NOTE: Applications for scholarships, awards<br />

or bursaries with an October closing date,<br />

will not be accepted until August 1st.<br />

Are you a “First in Family (New<br />

Generation) Student”?<br />

If you are the first in your family to attend<br />

post-secondary (i.e. your parents did not<br />

attend college or university), you are a First<br />

in Family (New Generation) student and<br />

may be eligible. Go to www.kings.uwo.ca/<br />

academic_calendar/awards_scholarships_<br />

bursaries/<br />

Student Financial Services:<br />

your Financial Resource Centre<br />

Phone: 519-433-3491 ext 4319<br />

Toll Free: 1-800-265-4406<br />

Fax: 519- 963-0975<br />

Email: kingsfinances@uwo.ca<br />

Room W144, Wemple Building<br />

Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation:<br />

Monday to Friday : 9:00am - 3:30pm<br />

Summer School Tips<br />

Spring/Summer <strong>Calendar</strong> (online) available in<br />

February at westerncalendar.uwo.ca<br />

Registration opens at the end <strong>of</strong> February<br />

• For registration problems, contact the<br />

Registration Help Line: 519-433-3491<br />

ext. 4999. Mon to Fri: 8:00am-4.30pm<br />

• Activate yourself for Summer registration<br />

72 hours before registering.<br />

• When choosing courses (student.<br />

uwo.ca), make sure you have the<br />

prerequisite. Use Degree Check 101 at<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/ado/degree_info/<br />

degree_check/ and program checklists<br />

at www.kings.uwo.ca/courses/<br />

checklists/ to make sure the course<br />

will fulfil a general degree or modular<br />

requirement.<br />

• Some courses fill up early; don’t wait<br />

till the last day to add<br />

• Drop deadlines closely follow Add<br />

deadlines (page 19)<br />

• Course load: 3.0 courses; no more than<br />

2.0 concurrently; no more than 1.0<br />

through Distance Studies<br />

• Courses are condensed!<br />

• Make sure you pay your fees on time<br />

• If you are not taking the course/s drop<br />

them<br />

Work Study Bursaries<br />

519-433-3491 or 1-800-265-4406<br />

ext. 4317,4410 or 4355<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca/academic_calendar/awards_<br />

scholarships_bursaries/all_awards<br />

Contact Marilynne or Shelly at the King’s <strong>University</strong><br />

College Student Financial Services Office.<br />

This program gives students that can<br />

demonstrate financial need the opportunity<br />

to work at King’s <strong>University</strong> College along<br />

side Faculty, Administration and Staff.<br />

This unique program will provide students<br />

with work experience that will prove to be<br />

beneficial in the work force or for a post<br />

<strong>graduate</strong> degree.<br />

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campus map<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student<br />

Services<br />

Somerville House<br />

(Great Hall)<br />

Bus Stop<br />

Bus Stop after 6:00pm<br />

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Important Contacts<br />

The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong> <strong>Ontario</strong>........... 519-661-2111<br />

www.uwo.ca<br />

General Inquiries<br />

Student Central...................................... 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

Alumni Relations..................................... 519-661-2199<br />

www.alumni.uwo.ca<br />

The Book Store at <strong>Western</strong>..................... 519-661-3520<br />

www.bookstore.uwo.ca<br />

Campus Community Police Service<br />

Non Emergencies................................... 519-661-3300<br />

Emergencies...............................................911 or x911<br />

www.uwo.ca/police<br />

Campus Meal Plan.......................................519-661-3957<br />

www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/mealplan<br />

Campus Recreation Membership Services... 519-661-3090<br />

www.campusrec.uwo.ca<br />

Continuing Studies.................................. 519-661-3658<br />

www.uwo.ca/cstudies<br />

The D.B. Weldon Library......................... 519-661-3166<br />

www.lib.uwo.ca/weldon<br />

Distance Studies..................................... 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca/distance<br />

Equity & Human Rights Services............. 519-661-3334<br />

www.uwo.ca/equity<br />

Foot Patrol.............................................. 519-661-3650<br />

www.uwo.ca/footpatrol<br />

Staff/Faculty Family Practice Clinic.......... 519-661-2047<br />

www.sffpc.uwo.ca<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Graduate and<br />

Postdoctoral Studies............................... 519-661-2102<br />

www.grad.uwo.ca<br />

Graphic Services.................................... 519-661-4014<br />

www.graphicservices.uwo.ca<br />

Great Hall Catering................................. 519-661-3048<br />

www.greathallcatering.ca<br />

Hospitality Services................................. 519-661-4231<br />

www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality<br />

Human Resource Services...................... 519-661-2194<br />

www.uwo.ca/humanresources<br />

Indigenous Services................................ 519-661-4095<br />

www.indigenous.uwo.ca<br />

International and Exchange<br />

Student Services...................519-661-2111 ext. 85196<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/exchange<br />

International and Exchange<br />

Student Centre....................................... 519-661-3031<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/int<br />

ITS Helpdesk.......................................... 519-661-3800<br />

www.uwo.ca/its<br />

Michael’s Dining Room........................... 519-661-4080<br />

www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/michaels<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Ombudsperson................... 519-661-3573<br />

www.uwo.ca/ombuds<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar............................. 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

Parking Services..................................... 519-661-3973<br />

www.uwo.ca/parking<br />

Physical Plant & Capital Planning Services......519-661-3304<br />

www.uwo.ca/ppd<br />

Residence at <strong>Western</strong>............................. 519-661-3547<br />

www.residenceatwestern.ca<br />

Scholarships and Awards........................ 519-661-3991<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

Services for Students with Disabilities..... 519-661-2147<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca/ssd<br />

Social Science Career Services.......519-661-2111 x80486<br />

www.ssc.uwo.ca/careers<br />

STUDENT GUIDE 2010-2011<br />

Student Development Centre.................. 519-661-3031<br />

www.sdc.uwo.ca<br />

Student Financial Services...................... 519-661-2100<br />

www.registrar.uwo.ca<br />

Student Health Services.......................... 519-661-3030<br />

www.shs.uwo.ca<br />

Student Services.................................... 519-661-2100<br />

studentservices.uwo.ca<br />

The Student Success Centre................... 519-661-3559<br />

www.success.uwo.ca<br />

Teaching Support Centre........... 519-661-2111 x80346<br />

www.uwo.ca/tsc<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Recruitment<br />

and Admissions...................................... 519-661-2100<br />

www.welcome.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>University</strong> Students’ Council.................... 519-661-3574<br />

www.usc.uwo.ca<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Counselling Offices<br />

Faculty <strong>of</strong> Arts & Humanities<br />

519-661-3043 (from residence, dial 83043)<br />

Room 112G, <strong>University</strong> College. Drop-ins welcome;<br />

Appointments available. Email: arts@uwo.ca<br />

www.uwo.ca/arts/<strong>Academic</strong>Counselling.html<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College.........519-432-8353<br />

www.brescia.uwo.ca<br />

Don Wright Faculty <strong>of</strong> Music<br />

519-661-2044 (from your residence, dial 82044)<br />

Room 210, Talbot College. Appointments preferred<br />

www.music.uwo.ca/students/programcounselling.html<br />

Faculty <strong>of</strong> Engineering<br />

519-661-2130 (from residence, dial 82130)<br />

Room 2097, Spencer Engineering Building<br />

Appointments required<br />

www.eng.uwo.ca/under<strong>graduate</strong><br />

Faculty <strong>of</strong> Health Studies<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Health Studies<br />

519-661-4119 (from residence, dial 84119)<br />

Room 222, Labatt Health Sciences Building<br />

Appointments preferred<br />

www.uwo.ca/fhs/health_studies/current/counselling_<br />

information.html<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Kinesiology<br />

519-661-3098 (from residence, dial 83098)<br />

Room 2225, 3M Centre. Appointments preferred<br />

www.uwo.ca/fhs/kin/ug/academic_counselling/index.html<br />

School <strong>of</strong> Nursing<br />

519-661‐3398 (from residence, dial 83398)<br />

Room H128, Health Sciences Addition<br />

www.uwo.ca/fhs/nursing/UG/academic_counselling.html<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College...........519-438-7224<br />

www.huronuc.ca<br />

Faculty <strong>of</strong> Information & Media Studies<br />

519-661-3542 (from residence, dial 83542)<br />

Room 240, North Campus Building. Appointments preferred<br />

www.fims.uwo.ca<br />

King’s <strong>University</strong> College............519-433-3491<br />

www.kings.uwo.ca<br />

Faculty <strong>of</strong> Science<br />

519-661-3040 (from residence, dial 83040)<br />

Room 191, <strong>Western</strong> Science Centre. Drop-in or appointments<br />

available. Email: science-counsel@uwo.ca<br />

www.uwo.ca/sci/counselling<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Medical Program<br />

519-661-2076<br />

Room M101, Medical Sciences Building<br />

www.uwo.ca/bmsc<br />

Faculty <strong>of</strong> Social Science<br />

519-661-2011 (from residence, dial 82011)<br />

Room 2105, Social Science Centre<br />

Recorded information........................................519-661-2052<br />

Social Sciences Career Services......... 519-661-2111 x 80486<br />

Appointments preferred<br />

www.counselling.ssc.uwo.ca<br />

Resources for Initial<br />

Home Setup<br />

Electricity<br />

London Hydro......................................... 519-661-5503<br />

www.londonhydro.com<br />

Heat<br />

Union Gas............................................... 519-439-0151<br />

www.uniongas.com/ Toll Free: 1-888-774-3111<br />

Phone Connection, Television & High<br />

Speed Internet<br />

Bell Canada ......................... Toll Free: 1-800-668-6878<br />

www.bell.ca/shop/application/commercewf<br />

Rogers Canada..................... Toll Free: 1-800-980-5464<br />

www.rogers.ca/<br />

Home Internet Use through <strong>Western</strong><br />

Free dial in Service to a maximum <strong>of</strong> 40 hours per month<br />

www.uwo.ca/its/accounting/<strong>of</strong>fcampus-access.html<br />

Local Newspaper<br />

London Free Press ................................ 519-679-6666<br />

www.lfpress.com<br />

Garbage/Recycling Collection...... 519-661-4585<br />

Pickup according to City Zone :<br />

www.city.london.on.ca/d.aspx?s=/garbage/zonemap_pdf.<br />

htm<br />

Crisis Appointments and<br />

Response to Traumatic Events<br />

London Health Sciences Centre.............. 519-685-8300<br />

London Crisis Centres<br />

Mental Health Crisis Centre..................... 519-433-2023<br />

Distress Centre Help Line........................ 519-667-6711<br />

Sexual Assault Centre Crisis Line............ 519-438-2272<br />

24-hr support line for sex trade workers......519-438-2272<br />

Women’s Community Home Help Line.... 519-642-3000<br />

Out-<strong>of</strong>-Town calls.............................1-800-265-1576<br />

Zhaawanong (Atenlos) Shelter............... 519-432-2270<br />

Outside <strong>of</strong> the London area code....1-800-605-7477<br />

24 hour crisis line.............................. 519-432-0122<br />

St. Joseph’s Sexual Assault .................... 519-646-6100<br />

and Domestic Violence Centre ext 64224<br />

London Police Services<br />

(not Campus Police)<br />

Emergency or Crime in Progress ..............................911<br />

Non-Emergencies / General Inquiries...... 519-661-5670<br />

TTY (Deaf/Hard <strong>of</strong> Hearing Only).............. 519-661-6472<br />

Police Reporting Centre<br />

(Information Only) .................................. 519-661-2664<br />

Crime Stoppers ..................................1-800-222-8477<br />

Emergency Contacts ON CAMPUS<br />

Campus Emergencies...............................................911<br />

Ambulance ..............................................................911<br />

Fire .........................................................................911<br />

Hazardous Materials Emergencies ...........................911<br />

Campus Police Non-Emerg.....519-661-3300 or x83300<br />

Physical Plant Service Centre..519-661-3304 or x83304<br />

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Index<br />

INDEX<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> Appeals, Under<strong>graduate</strong> Student............ 25<br />

<strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong>.............................................. 25<br />

Access Code.....................................................3, 56<br />

Accessible Parking............................................... 43<br />

Accommodated Exams......................................... 53<br />

Account Balance.................................................. 34<br />

Add/Drop Policies................................................. 53<br />

Admission Bursaries............................................. 34<br />

Admission to <strong>Western</strong>........................................... 33<br />

Airbus, Aboutown................................................. 58<br />

Airbus, Robert Q................................................... 58<br />

Airport................................................................. 58<br />

Alternative Spring Break........................................ 59<br />

Alumni Gazette..................................................... 42<br />

Alumni House....................................................... 39<br />

Alumni <strong>Western</strong>.........................................28, 37, 40<br />

Appointment with Financial Aid.............................. 34<br />

Appointment Registration Dates............................. 53<br />

ATM..................................................................... 48<br />

Award Search....................................................... 52<br />

Backpack 2 Briefcase........................................... 28<br />

Bed & Breakfast................................................... 39<br />

Bicycle Paths........................................................ 58<br />

Big Purple Couch.................................................. 27<br />

Blue Emergency Phones....................................... 44<br />

Board <strong>of</strong> Governors............................................... 41<br />

Books Plus........................................................... 48<br />

Book Store at <strong>Western</strong>.......................................... 48<br />

Bookstore Textbook BuyBack................................. 48<br />

Booster Juice....................................................... 48<br />

Breadth Requirements for Bachelor Degrees.......... 25<br />

Breadth Requirements for First Year....................... 25<br />

Brescia-King’s Shuttle Bus...............................58, 65<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College..................................... 64<br />

Brescia <strong>University</strong> College– Add/Drop...............53, 64<br />

Budget................................................................. 35<br />

Building Shortforms.............................................. 62<br />

Bursaries..................................................34, 66, 68<br />

Bus Pass.............................................................. 58<br />

Bus Services ....................................................... 58<br />

Buy Back ............................................................ 48<br />

<strong>Calendar</strong>s............................................................ 53<br />

Campus Community Police Service........................ 44<br />

Campus Computer Store....................................... 48<br />

Campus Events.................................................... 27<br />

Campus Meal Plan............................................... 31<br />

Campus Recreation.............................................. 50<br />

Campus Recreation Membership........................... 50<br />

CareerCentral....................................................... 28<br />

Career Fair........................................................... 28<br />

Career Week........................................................ 28<br />

Centennial Hall..................................................... 30<br />

Certificates and Diplomas..................................... 36<br />

Change <strong>of</strong> Address..........................................37, 53<br />

Chaplain.............................................................. 46<br />

Charity Ball.......................................................... 27<br />

Child Care............................................................ 49<br />

Chiropractic Clinic................................................ 48<br />

CHRW – Radio <strong>Western</strong>, 94.9................................ 42<br />

Clothings & Gifts................................................... 49<br />

Clubs..............................................................59, 67<br />

Clubs Week.......................................................... 27<br />

Code <strong>of</strong> Student Conduct...................................... 44<br />

Collection <strong>of</strong> Personal Information.......................... 44<br />

Combined <strong>Academic</strong> Merit Awards......................... 52<br />

Competitive Clubs................................................. 51<br />

Computer Store.................................................... 48<br />

Computing Labs for Students................................ 42<br />

Continuing Studies................................................ 36<br />

Convocation......................................................... 37<br />

Convocation DVD.................................................. 37<br />

Course Descriptions.............................................. 53<br />

Course Outlines.................................................... 54<br />

Course Registration................................................ 3<br />

Covent Garden Market ......................................... 30<br />

Crisis Centres....................................................... 71<br />

DAT .................................................................... 36<br />

Day Care.............................................................. 49<br />

Degree Services................................................... 54<br />

Degree Verification............................................... 54<br />

Delaware Hall....................................................... 39<br />

Dental Clinic......................................................... 38<br />

Detailed Statement <strong>of</strong> Account .............................. 54<br />

Dietitian............................................................... 38<br />

Dining and Catering on Campus............................ 31<br />

Diploma Authentication......................................... 54<br />

Diplomas........................................................37, 54<br />

Directory Removal................................................ 54<br />

Disaster Plan........................................................ 45<br />

Distance Studies................................................... 25<br />

distinctivelyWESTERN Photo Contest...................... 42<br />

Earth Day............................................................. 27<br />

Eating Disorders................................................... 38<br />

Elections.............................................................. 41<br />

Elgin Hall.............................................................. 39<br />

Email Activation ................................................... 42<br />

Emergency Contacts on Campus........................... 44<br />

Employment on Campus..................................28, 29<br />

Employment Websites........................................... 28<br />

Want to request to submit<br />

information for this guide?<br />

Contact<br />

publications@uwo.ca<br />

or 519-661-2100<br />

English Conversation Program............................... 40<br />

Environment and Sustainability.............................. 32<br />

EnviroWeek.......................................................... 27<br />

Envirowestern....................................................... 59<br />

Equity and Human Rights Services......................... 46<br />

Essex Hall............................................................ 39<br />

Events................................................................. 27<br />

Bursaries............................................................. 34<br />

Exams, Accommodated......................................... 53<br />

Exam Conflicts..................................................... 54<br />

Exam Schedule..................................................... 55<br />

Exam Shuttle Service............................................ 58<br />

Exchange Program............................................... 40<br />

Facebook............................................................. 42<br />

Facebook, Student Central.................................... 54<br />

Faculty and Staff Awards....................................... 33<br />

Faculty Students’ Councils, Clubs<br />

and Associations.................................................. 59<br />

Family Accommodations....................................... 39<br />

Fanshawe Pioneer Village ..................................... 30<br />

Fee Deadlines...................................................... 34<br />

Fees.................................................................... 34<br />

Festival <strong>of</strong> the Arts................................................ 27<br />

Fight Song........................................................... 51<br />

Financial Aid......................................................... 34<br />

Financial Aid Appointments..............................34, 55<br />

Financial Assistance and Credit Counselling........... 34<br />

First Aid Training................................................... 45<br />

Flickr................................................................... 42<br />

Food...............................................................31, 46<br />

Food Support Service, USC...............................38, 46<br />

Football Games.................................................... 51<br />

Foot Patrol........................................................... 45<br />

Forest City Image Center....................................... 48<br />

Founders Day....................................................... 27<br />

Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic.................... 48<br />

FSWEP (Federal Student Work<br />

Experience Program).............................................. 28<br />

Gazette, The......................................................... 42<br />

General Student Computing Labs.......................... 42<br />

GMAT.................................................................. 36<br />

GPA Conversion Scale........................................... 55<br />

Grad Club............................................................ 31<br />

Grade Appeals and Other Requests for Relief......... 25<br />

Grades................................................................. 55<br />

Graduate Bursaries and Scholarships................34, 52<br />

Graduate and Pr<strong>of</strong>essional School Fair................... 36<br />

Graduate Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Programs............................ 36<br />

Graduate Programs in Sustainability...................... 32<br />

Graduate School................................................... 36<br />

Graduate Student Parking Permit........................... 43<br />

Graduate Student Teaching Award......................... 33<br />

Graduate Students Work Study.............................. 28<br />

Graduate Teaching Assistant Programming............. 36<br />

Graduate Scholarships and Funding....................... 52<br />

Graduating Awards and Medals............................. 33<br />

Graduation......................................................37, 55<br />

Graduation Awards............................................... 33<br />

Graduation Requirements...................................... 37<br />

Graphic Services ................................................. 48<br />

Grand Theatre...................................................... 30<br />

GRE..................................................................... 36<br />

Great Hall Catering............................................... 31<br />

Green Infrastructure.............................................. 32<br />

Green Initiatives on Campus.................................. 32<br />

Green Transportation............................................. 32<br />

Grocery CheckOut................................................ 48<br />

Gym.................................................................... 50<br />

Hair Masters........................................................ 48<br />

Health Plan.......................................................... 38<br />

HIV Testing........................................................... 38<br />

Hockey................................................................ 30<br />

Homecoming...................................................27, 51<br />

Hospitality Services............................................... 31<br />

Hospitals.............................................................. 38<br />

Housing Options................................................... 39<br />

Human Rights...................................................... 46<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College....................................... 66<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College– Add/Drop...................... 53<br />

Huron <strong>University</strong> College - Housing/Residence........ 66<br />

In-Course Scholarships and Awards....................... 52<br />

Indigenous Services.............................................. 46<br />

InfoSource........................................................... 49<br />

InPrint ................................................................. 49<br />

Intent to Register.............................................55, 66<br />

Interest Free Status.............................................. 55<br />

Interest Relief....................................................... 55<br />

International Exchange Program............................ 40<br />

Interfraternity Council............................................ 59<br />

International Experiences &<br />

Opportunities at <strong>Western</strong> ...................................... 40<br />

International Peer Connection (IPC)...................40, 59<br />

International Student Services..........................40, 46<br />

International Student Events.................................. 40<br />

Intercollegiate Athletics......................................... 51<br />

Island Ink Jet ....................................................... 49<br />

ISIC Card............................................................. 48<br />

ITS.................................................................42, 71<br />

Jobs on Campus.................................................. 28<br />

Want to advertise<br />

in this guide?<br />

Contact<br />

campusad@sympatico.ca<br />

or 519-434-9990<br />

John Labatt Center (JLC)....................................... 30<br />

King’s <strong>University</strong> College – Add/Drop..................... 53<br />

King’s-Brescia Shuttle Bus...............................58, 65<br />

Last Lecture......................................................... 27<br />

Late Registration Fees.......................................... 55<br />

Leadership and Mentorship Program (LAMP).......... 41<br />

Leadership Education Program.............................. 41<br />

Learning Skills Services........................................ 46<br />

Let’s Talk Science................................................. 59<br />

Letter <strong>of</strong> Permission.............................................. 55<br />

LGBTQ2 Support Program..................................... 46<br />

Libraries and Study Areas................................30, 42<br />

Lifelong Learning Commissioner............................ 46<br />

LifeTouch............................................................. 49<br />

Loblaws Shuttle Bus............................................. 58<br />

London Crisis Centres........................................... 71<br />

London Hall.......................................................... 39<br />

London Police Services......................................... 71<br />

London Public Library........................................... 30<br />

London Tourism ................................................... 30<br />

London Transit Commission (LTC): ........................ 58<br />

Lost and Found.................................................... 44<br />

Lost Card ............................................................ 57<br />

LSAT ................................................................... 36<br />

Main Campus – Add/Drop..................................... 53<br />

Map <strong>of</strong> Campus.................................................... 70<br />

Mature Advising................................................... 46<br />

Mature Students................................................... 25<br />

MCAT.................................................................. 36<br />

McIntosh Gallery..............................................27, 60<br />

Meal Plan............................................................. 31<br />

Medical Notes ..................................................... 38<br />

Medway-Sydenham Hall....................................... 39<br />

Merit Based Awards & Scholarships....................... 52<br />

Michael’s Dining Room......................................... 31<br />

Movie Theatre...................................................... 49<br />

Museums and Art Galleries .............................27, 30<br />

Musical Performances.......................................... 27<br />

Mustangs............................................................. 51<br />

Name Change...................................................... 55<br />

Need Based Awards.............................................. 34<br />

Office <strong>of</strong> the Registrar, The.................................... 53<br />

Off to <strong>Western</strong>...................................................... 60<br />

Off-Campus......................................................... 39<br />

Off-Campus Dons................................................. 39<br />

OHIP ................................................................... 38<br />

Ombudsperson..................................................... 46<br />

On Campus and Affiliate Places to Eat................... 31<br />

ONEcard.............................................................. 57<br />

Online <strong>Academic</strong> <strong>Calendar</strong>.................................... 32<br />

<strong>Ontario</strong> Parks ...................................................... 30<br />

Orientation Week.................................................. 60<br />

OSAP........................................................34, 65, 67<br />

Panhellenic Council.............................................. 60<br />

Parking................................................................ 43<br />

Parking at Affiliated Colleges................................. 43<br />

Part-Time Students............................................... 26<br />

Part-Time Job on Campus..................................... 28<br />

Password Replacement......................................3, 56<br />

Payment <strong>of</strong> Fees..............................................34, 35<br />

Peer Mentors....................................................... 46<br />

Personal Timetables.............................................. 25<br />

Perth Hall............................................................. 39<br />

Pharmacy, <strong>Western</strong> On-Campus............................ 49<br />

Photo ID............................................................... 57<br />

PIN Retrieval........................................................ 56<br />

Photo Contest....................................................... 42<br />

Police.............................................................44, 71<br />

Post Office, USC................................................... 49<br />

Pride Week........................................................... 27<br />

Privacy Policy <strong>of</strong> <strong>Western</strong>...................................... 45<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Entry Exams...................................... 36<br />

Pr<strong>of</strong>essional Programs.......................................... 36<br />

Program & <strong>Academic</strong> Counselling.......................... 25<br />

Psychological Services.......................................... 38<br />

Purple Door Promotions........................................ 49<br />

Radio <strong>Western</strong>...................................................... 42<br />

Rapid HIV testing.................................................. 38<br />

Refunding Fees.................................................... 34<br />

Refunds............................................................... 34<br />

Register for Courses............................................. 56<br />

Registered Dietitian.............................................. 38<br />

Registration...........................................3, 25, 54, 56<br />

Registration Guidelines........................................... 3<br />

Registration for Fall/Winter.................................3, 26<br />

Release <strong>of</strong> Information.......................................... 56<br />

Requests for Relief............................................... 56<br />

Residence............................................................ 39<br />

RezNet................................................................. 39<br />

Robert Q’s Airbus ................................................. 58<br />

SAGE: <strong>Western</strong>’s Community for<br />

Non-Traditionally Aged Students............................ 47<br />

Sample Under<strong>graduate</strong> Student Budget.................. 35<br />

Saugeen-Maitland Hall.......................................... 39<br />

Scholar’s Electives................................................ 33<br />

Scholarships........................................................ 52<br />

Scholarships and Bursaries, how do I apply?.......... 52<br />

SDC..................................................................... 47<br />

Senate................................................................. 41<br />

Senior Citizens Bursary......................................... 26<br />

SERT: Student Emergency Response Team............. 45<br />

Services for Students with Disabilities.................... 47<br />

Shuttle Bus, King’s/Brescia...............................58, 65<br />

Shuttle Bus, Loblaws............................................ 58<br />

Shuttle Bus, USC Exam Service............................. 58<br />

Shuttle Bus, White Oaks Mall................................. 58<br />

SIN – Social Insurance Number<br />

Replacement Card................................................ 56<br />

Six Degrees: <strong>Western</strong>’s premier social<br />

network for young pr<strong>of</strong>essional alumni .................. 47<br />

Society <strong>of</strong> Off Campus Students (SOCS)................. 41<br />

Soph.................................................................... 60<br />

Spoke, The........................................................... 31<br />

Sports and Recreation......................................50, 51<br />

Sport Clubs...............................................50, 51, 60<br />

Sports Medicine Clnic........................................... 48<br />

Statement Letters................................................. 56<br />

STEP: Student Transitional Executive Program........ 41<br />

Storybook Gardens............................................... 30<br />

Structure <strong>of</strong> the Degree......................................... 26<br />

Student Card........................................................ 57<br />

Student Center..................................................... 56<br />

Student Central...............................................53, 62<br />

Students’ Council................................................. 60<br />

Student Development Centre................................. 47<br />

Student Donation Fee........................................... 34<br />

Student Elections.................................................. 41<br />

Student Health Services........................................ 38<br />

Student Peer Guides........................................40, 59<br />

Student Services Building...................................... 62<br />

Student Success Centre, The................................. 29<br />

Summer Activation................................................. 3<br />

Summer Festivals................................................. 30<br />

Sustainability........................................................ 32<br />

Taxes................................................................... 35<br />

Taxi Services........................................................ 58<br />

TD Waterhouse Stadium........................................ 51<br />

Textbook and Technology Grant............................. 35<br />

Textbook Buy Back .........................................48, 49<br />

Textbook, Personal List......................................... 48<br />

Theatre <strong>Western</strong>................................................... 27<br />

Third Party Forms................................................. 56<br />

Timetables........................................................... 57<br />

Train Services....................................................... 58<br />

Transcripts........................................................... 57<br />

Travel Cuts........................................................... 49<br />

Trois-Pistoles French Immersion School................. 40<br />

Tuition.................................................................. 35<br />

Twitter................................................................. 42<br />

UCC Gym Renovations.......................................... 49<br />

UCC Hours <strong>of</strong> Operation........................................ 49<br />

UHIP.................................................................... 38<br />

UHIP and Opt-Out................................................. 38<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Parking Lots.................................. 43<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Programs in Sustainability.............. 32<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Programs Offered.......................... 26<br />

Under<strong>graduate</strong> Student Parking Permit.................. 43<br />

<strong>University</strong> Students’ Council (USC)......................... 60<br />

USC Clubs............................................................ 61<br />

USC Exam Shuttle Service..................................... 58<br />

USC Health Plan................................................... 38<br />

Varsity Teams....................................................... 51<br />

Visiting Students................................................... 57<br />

Visitor Parking...................................................... 43<br />

Volunteer............................................................. 59<br />

Volunteer Program................................................ 61<br />

Volunteer with SDC............................................... 61<br />

Volunteers In Progress (VIP) Program..................... 61<br />

Wave, The............................................................ 31<br />

WebCT, Owl ......................................................... 42<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Access Code........................................... 57<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Campus Recreation................................. 50<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Facebook................................................ 42<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Film........................................................ 49<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Foot Patrol.............................................. 45<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Libraries................................................. 42<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Mustangs................................................ 51<br />

<strong>Western</strong> News...................................................... 42<br />

<strong>Western</strong> ONEcard................................................. 57<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Scholars................................................. 33<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Serves.................................................... 61<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Sports and Recreation Centre................... 50<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Student Services Building ....................... 62<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Twitter.................................................... 42<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Volunteer Program................................... 61<br />

<strong>Western</strong> Wireless.................................................. 42<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Disaster Plan........................................ 45<br />

<strong>Western</strong>’s Internship Program................................ 29<br />

What is the Difference between Part-Time<br />

and Full-Time Status at <strong>Western</strong>?.......................... 26<br />

Where to find a part-time job on campus?............. 28<br />

WhiteOaks Mall Shuttle......................................... 58<br />

White Ribbon Campaign........................................ 27<br />

Windermere Cafe................................................. 31<br />

Windermere Manor............................................... 58<br />

Wireless Internet.................................................. 42<br />

Women’s Issues Network...................................... 47<br />

Work Study.......................................................... 29<br />

Working at <strong>Western</strong>.............................................. 29<br />

Writing Support Centre, The.............................47, 61<br />

You Tube.............................................................. 42<br />

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