Student Guide - Academic Calendar - University of Western Ontario

All dates and contents in this guide are subject to change.Please visit the websites listed for up-to-date information.STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013Table of ContentsRegistration Guidelines.................................................................... 3Months at a GlanceSeptember 2012....................................................................... 5October 2012............................................................................ 7November 2012........................................................................ 9December 2012........................................................................ 11January 2013............................................................................. 13February 2013........................................................................... 15March 2013................................................................................ 17April 2013................................................................................... 19May-June 2013......................................................................... 20July-August 2013...................................................................... 21Coupon Section................................................................................ 22Academic Information...................................................................... 25Campus Events................................................................................. 28Careers & Employment................................................................... 29City of London................................................................................... 31Dining on Campus............................................................................ 32Environment & Sustainability: Green Initiatives ............................ 33Excellence & High Achievement.................................................... 34Fees & Financial Aid.......................................................................... 35Graduate & Professional Programs............................................... 38Graduation......................................................................................... 41Health & Wellness............................................................................. 42Housing............................................................................................... 44International Experience.................................................................. 45Leadership......................................................................................... 47Libraries & Computer Access......................................................... 48Media on Campus............................................................................ 49Parking................................................................................................ 50Safety & Security............................................................................... 51Services to Help You Succeed....................................................... 53Shops & Services.............................................................................. 55Sports & Recreation......................................................................... 57Scholarships & Awards.................................................................... 59Student Central................................................................................. 60Transportation & Travel.................................................................... 66Volunteer & Clubs............................................................................. 67Western Buildings............................................................................. 70University-Speak Article................................................................... 71Affiliated University CollegesBrescia University College...................................................... 72Huron University College......................................................... 74King’s University College......................................................... 76Map of Campus................................................................................ 78Important Contacts.......................................................................... 79Index.................................................................................................... 801TABLE OF CONTENTSTable of Contents

Registration GuidelinesLabour Day holiday is Monday, September 3, 2012For 2012, classes start on Thursday, September 6.Visit the Student Central section in this guide for moreregistration information.The last day to add a full course, a first-term halfcourse, a first-term first quarter course (Q-Kin), a first-termfull course or a full year half course, on campus or DistanceStudies, is September 14, 2012.Web Registration ends for Fall/Winter term onSeptember 12 at 11:59pm EST.Paper add/drop for Fall/Winter term is September 13-14.To avoid lineups, make your add/drop changes onlinebefore September 12 at 11:59pm EST.Make sure you drop any courses you need toprior to the deadline(s). See www.westerncalendar.uwo.caor check the calendar pages in this guide.TBAOnline add/drop for second-term coursesopens after September paper add/dropforms have been processed.Nov. 5, 2012 Last day to drop a first-term half course ora first-term full course (Fall/Winter term)without academic penalty. *Nov. 30Jan. 7, 2013 Classes Resume.Jan. 15March 5March 7March 12Last day to drop a full course and fullyearhalf course (on-campus and distancestudies) without academic penalty. *Last day to add a second-term half courseor a second-term full course.First day for web registration for SummerEvening and Spring/Summer DistanceStudies.Last day to drop a second-term half course,or a second-term full course withoutacademic penalty. *First day for web registration forIntersession.First day for web registration for SummerDay.* See Refund Schedules at www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/refund_schedules.htmlInstructions on how to register online for coursesstudent.uwo.ca1. Log in to Student Center: student.uwo.ca2. Check your course registration start time under‘Enrollment Dates’ on the right hand menu3. Click on ‘Add a class’4. Enter the class number or use ‘Search for aclass’ to find a class by subject and/or cataloguenumber5. Select the appropriate class and lab/tutorialcomponents if necessary6. Select ‘Next’ to add class to EnrollmentShopping Cart7. Click on ‘Proceed to Step 2 of 3’ to confirm8. Click on ‘Finish Enrolling’9. Review the results10. Select ‘My Class Schedule’ to view course(s)Your class schedule is also available atstudentservices.uwo.caSummer ActivationFor Summer sessions, students must termactivate prior to registering for classes.When?Late February — Mid JulyHow?Log on to studentservices.uwo.ca to declare your intention toenroll in summer classes by clicking on ‘Summer Activation’at least 72 hours prior to registering for the course.Password Resetwww.uwo.ca/its/identity/resetpw.htmlPhone: 519-661-3800 ext. 83800For in-person inquiries, visit ITS, Support Services Building.Access Code (PIN) Retrievalhttps://studentservices.uwo.ca/secure/PIN/GetPINInfo.cfmPhone: 519-661-2100For in-person inquiries, visit Student Central.Registration GuidelinesFor more add/drop deadlines, visit www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca ‘Sessional Dates’ or see the calendar pages in this guide.For course registration appointment dates, see page 61.STUDENT GUIDE 2012-20133

Terry Fox Run30Move into ResidenceMove into ResidenceOrientationweekMove into Residencemove into residenceBus Pass Pick-up10am-4pm (UCC)What to do in September31 12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 Last day for late registration. 14 15Problem Solving in Math and Science**11:30am-12:30pm, SEB 1200Effective Textbook Strategies** 12:30-1:30pm, SEB 1059Coffee & Info Night for InternationalStudents - 5-7pm, WSS 2130Welcome Reception for InternationalStudents - 4:30-6:30pm, MustangLounge, UCC16 17 18 19 20 21 22Resumes and Cover Letters thatMarket You Effectively**** 12:30-1:30pm, UCC 210Maximize Your Memory** 12:30-1:30pm, SEB 1200Classroom Learning Straegies forInternational Students**12-1:30pm, WSS 3134Bank of Canada***KUCSC presents the Buried23 24 25 26 27 28 29Nominations open for USC FallElectionsTower Watson***Labatt***Reading Strategies forInternational Students**11:30am-1pm, UCC 147ADates are subject to change. For more information about sessional dates, pleasevisit the academic calendar website: www.westerncalendar.uwo.caJoin in Western Homecoming events September27-30. Come out and enjoy the HomecomingParade and football game on September 29. Formore information visit www.alumni.uwo.caMake sure you ADD any courses you want totake by the deadline(s). Online add/drop ends:September 12 at 11:59pm EST. Paper add/drop is:September 13-14. Seewww.westerncalendar.uwo.caTo avoid lineups, make your Add/Drop changesonline by Sept. 12.If you are taking a full course load, add all yoursecond term courses now so that you can beconsidered for scholarships.Make sure you DROP any courses you need toprior to the deadline(s). Seewww.westerncalendar.uwo.caMake sure you have a Western ONECard. If youdo not have one yet, visit Student Central in theWestern Student Services Building.To pick up your Bus Pass in the UCC you will needto be registered as a full-time student, have paid aminimum of your first installment of fees, and showyour Western ONECard. Any questions, visit www.usc.uwo.ca/buspassLost your Bus Pass or Western ONECardcard? Visit the Campus Police Station (SH),Student Central (WSS) or the InfoSource (UCC).STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013September 2012Labour Day (Western Holiday)Optimize Lecture Learning** 3:30-4:30pm, BGS 0165First day of first-term, first-quarter(‘Q’) courses (Kinesiology).Writing Multiple-choice Tests** 1:30-2:30pm, BGS 0165Huron’s Half Way to St. Patrick’s DayCelebrationSunLife Financial*** Bell***The Learning Help Centre (WSS 4139)opens at 12:30pm for the Fall term.Deadline to apply for relief against afinal grade in a Summer Day course.Coffee Drop-In for InternationalStudents - 2:30-4:30pm,WSS 2130Manulife***VOLUNTEER FAIREffective Textbook Strategies** 1:30-2:30pm, WSS 3134Crossey Engineering***Overcoming Writer’s Block* 12:30-1:30pmInternational Students and JobSearching - 4:30-6:30pm, WSS 3134Strategies for Psychology 1000**5:30-6:30pm, SEB 1200National Bank***50 Employers in a Day: How to NetworkDuring the Career Fair**** 12:30-1:30pm, UCC 210Strategies for Psychology 1000** 12:30-1:30pm, SEB 1059Writing Skills for International Students -2:30-3:30pm, WSS 3134Annotated Bibliographies* 1:30-2:30pmIf you need to replace your card(s), there ismore information in the Student Central andTransportation & Travel sections in this guide.Make sure your Tuition is paid. Tuition was due inAugust. To view your online statement of account,visit student.uwo.ca. If you paid through onlinebanking, payments can take up to 10 businessdays to be received by Western.OSAP is changing this year for students applyingusing the 2012-2013 OSAP application. Pleasecheck the Registrar’s Office website for details:www.registrar.uwo.caEmergency Financial Aid AppointmentsCounsellors will be available in the Great Hall fromSeptember 4-14. There are no regularly scheduledappointments during this time.Western’s Career Fair and EmployerInformation Sessions provide an opportunity tomeet employers who come to campus to recruitand hire students. For event details and moreinformation, visit careercentral.uwo.caPassword and Access Code (PIN) help – seethe Student Central section in this guide.Need to get a Transcript? You can order themonline at studentservices.uwo.ca; If you need asame-day transcript, you can order them in-personat Student Central (with photo ID). Please beadvised that for the month of September wait timeswill be longer than normal.Orientation weekOSAP information (Great Hall)Bus Pass Pick-up9am-5pm (UCC)OSAP information (Great Hall)Purple FestAon Hewitt***Writing Multiple-choice Tests**4:30-5:30pm, BGS 0165Extended web registration ends.Clubs Week (UCC)Peter Kiewit***Eckler***Preparing for Multiple-choiceTests** 4:30-5:30pm, BGS 0165Canada Eh?! Transitioning toCanada Series www.iesc.uwo.caLife at the WaveSuccessful Time Management** 3:30-4:30pm, BGS 0165Learning to Thrive, Not Just Survive, inUniversity** 4:30-5:30pm, BGS 0165Big 4 Accounting Firms***Fall/Winter Term classes begin.Government of Canada - RPLProgram***Preparing for Multiple-choiceTests** 12:30-1:30pm, SEB1200London Life***Microsoft*** Imperial Oil***Canada Eh?! Transitioning to CanadaSeries www.iesc.uwo.caIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm, WSS 2130Career Fair 11am-4pm WSRCWriting a Thesis Statement* 1:30-2:30pmUCC – University Community Centre Great Hall is in SH – Somerville House UC – University CollegeWSS – Western Student Services Building WSRC – Western Student Recreation CentreIVEY – Ivey Business School BGS – Biological & Geological Sciences SEB – Spencer Engineering BuildingPaper add/dropConnect with Indigenous Students. Visitwww.sdc.uwo.caNeed an Official Western Letter? VisitStudent Central for information. More detailsand information are also available in the StudentCentral section in this guide.Call 519-661-2147 to make an appointment withServices for Students with Disabilities forassistance with accommodated exams and more.Need a part-time job? Check out the Careersand Employment section in this guide.Hospitality Services meal plans. Put money onyour Western ONECard meal plan, and save up to18% on all your on-campus food purchases. Youcan also use it at multiple off-campus locations.To add money to your card, visit The Campus MealPlan Office (Room 185A, UCC), or top up yourexisting meal plan online at www.mealplan.uwo.ca/online_topup.htmCampus Recreation is free for all undergraduateand full-time graduate students. Visit us at theWestern Student Recreation Centre. We havea 50m pool, 5 gyms, squash, fitness classes,and more—a great way to stay active! www.westernmustangs.caAttend seminars on proven strategies to improveyour Writing, visit www.sdc.uwo.caBus Pass Pick-up9am-5pm (UCC)Preparing for Multiple-choiceTests** 1:30-2:30pm UCC 56Last day to add a full course, afirst-term half course, a first-term fullcourse, or a full-year half course oncampus and Distance Studies.Last day to drop a first-termfirst-quarter (‘Q’) course withoutacademic penalty.Senate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40HOmecoming (Sept. 27-30)Alcohol and SUbstance Awareness WeekBus Pass Pick-up10am-4pm (UCC)Shinerama DayMen’s Football vs. Toronto 1pmInternational Student OrientationDay - 9:30am-5:30pm, SSC 2050Last day to receive applications forgraduation at Autumn Convocation.Last day to create an account atwww.ouac.on.ca for applicationto Medicine.Western ServesMen’s Football vs. Windsor 1pmMen’s Football vs. McMaster 1pm* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing**SDC Learning Skills presentation. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca for more information****Student Success Centre Career workshop. Register online: careercentral.uwo.caNeed to make a Psychological Servicesappointment? Visit www.sdc.uwo.caNeed to make a medical appointment? No needto go off-campus. Student Health Services, locatedin the basement of the UCC is available to allWestern students, www.shs.uwo.caInternational Students visitwww.iesc.uwo.ca for program information. Newstudents should also pick up an InternationalStudent Orientation Package and welcome giftfrom the International and Exchange StudentCentre, WSS 2120.UHIP cards are now available to be printed online.Eligible students should check their Western emailfor notification that their card is available.For tickets to the first regular season WesternMustangs football games on Saturday, September8, or Saturday, September 22, visitwww.westernmustangs.caClubs Week, September 17-21 in the UCC. Wantto meet new people and try new things? Comeout and join!Attend Western Serves, a one-day volunteerexperience in the London community.westernserves.uwo.caAttend a Learning Skills presentation to learn keystrategies to succeed at Western.www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning5September 2012

Move into ResidenceLast day for students on exchangeor a letter of permission to submittranscripts for graduation at AutumnConvocation.Last day to withdraw application forgraduation at Autumn Convocation.Last day to receive admissionapplications: Medicine for 2013Aviva***1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 13Thanksgiving Holiday(Western Holiday)October 2012Hydro One***Essay Exam Essentials** 1:30-2:30pm, WSS 3134Writing with Clarity*12:30-1:30pmAll-Candidates Meeting for USCFall ElectionsWriting Multiple-choice Tests**5:30-6:30pm SEB 1200Writing in the Social Sciences*12:30-1:30pmSAFE SEX AWARENESS WEEKCertified Management Accountants(CMA)***Successful Time Management**3:30-4:30pm, WSS 3134Preparing for Multiple-choice Tests**5:30-6:30pm SEB 1200Writing in the Sciences*1:30-2:30pmenviroweekYou’re Hired! Interview Skillsthat Make a Difference****12:30-1:30pm, UCC 147aTime Management for GraduateStudents** 11:30am-1pm,WSS 3134Punctuation Primer*1:30-2:30pmResume and Cover Letter Writingfor International Students****12:30-1:30pm, UCC 210Optimize Lecture Learning** 2:30-3:30pm, WSS 3134IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Writing a Thesis Statement*1:30-2:30pmMen’s Football vs. Laurier 1pm14 15 16 17 18 19 20Sexual violence Awareness WeekStrategies That Can Help Land Youthe Job**** 12:30-1:30pm, UCC 210Transitioning to Graduate School**2:30-4pm, WSS 3134Management DevelopmentProgram***IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Grammar Primer* 1:30-2:30pmWomen’s Tennis OUAChampionshipsoctober 2012October 2012Deadline to apply for relief againsta final grade in a Spring/SummerDistance Studies course.Making Effective Presentations**11:30am-12:30pm, WSS 3134Interviewing: BuildingConfidence with Practice****2:30-4:30pm, UCC 210Writing with Clarity*12:30-1:30pmPreparing for Multiple-choiceTests** 3:30-4:30pm, WSS 3134Writing a Book Review*1:30-2:30pmU.S. Visa Information Session -11:30am-2pm, WSS 213021 22 23 24 25 26 27First day of first-term secondquarter(‘R’) course (Kin).Preparing for Multiple-choiceTests** 1:30-2:30pm, WSS3134Writing in the Arts andHumanities* 12:30-1:30pmWriting Multiple-choice Tests**3:30-4:30pm, WSS 3134CanTeach***Writing in Nursing and HealthSciences* 1:30-2:30pm28 29 30 31Effective Textbook Strategies**11:30am-12:30pm, WSS 3134Dates are subject to change. For more information about sessional dates, pleasevisit the academic calendar website: www.westerncalendar.uwo.caASB applications dueUnderstanding CanadianCulture and Job Searching****3:30-4:30pm, UCC 210Writing Multiple-choice Tests**10:30-11:30am, WSS 3134Punctuation Primer*12:30-1:30pmHalloweenReferencing your Paper*1:30-2:30pmReading Strategies for GraduateStudents** 11:30am-1pm,WSS 3134Writing Essay Exams*1:30-2:30pmIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130usc fall electionAutumn convocationUSC CHARITY HAUNTED FORESTAustraLearn***University of Waterloo MBA Program***Annotated Bibliographies* 1:30-2:30pmGraduate & Professional School Fair11am-3pm WSRCIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm, WSS 2130UCC – University Community Centre IVEY – Ivey Business SchoolSEB – Spencer Engineering Building WSS – Western Student Services BuildingWSRC – Western Student Recreation CentreWhat to do in OctoberWhy not study for Mid-term exams in one ofthe many libraries on campus? Library hoursdo not extend for mid-terms, but will be opennormal operating hours.Staying on campus for the ThanksgivingHoliday? The UCC will be closed on Monday,October 8, but will resume operating 24 hoursthe following day.Care about environmental sustainability?EnviroWeek is the annual student-organizedenvironmental awareness campaign hosted byEnviroWestern and the USC. This year it will takeplace on October 9-12. For more information,visit www.usc.uwo.ca/envirowesternWestern won the 2011National ShineramaAward for Best OverallCampaign.Senate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40C.I.C Immigration Seminar,www.iesc.uwo.caBard College***Last day to add a first-termsecond quarter (‘R’) course (Kin).OUA Quarter Finals -Football @ 1:00pm* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing**SDC Learning Skills presentation. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca for more information****Student Success Centre Career workshop. Register online: careercentral.uwo.caIf you are graduating in the AutumnConvocation, make sure you have everythingyou need. Visit www.convocation.uwo.ca.Many scholarships offered by Western havedeadlines at the end of October and containan essay component that requires some timeto compose. Check out a full list of offeredscholarships at www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/index.html.Vote in USC Fall Elections on October 24 and 25!Weldon Drop-In Writing Help opens on October1 in Room 102A in Quotes Cafe. Hours ofoperation are Monday to Thursday 2-4pm/5-7pm; Saturday 12-3pm. It runs until April 11,2013.Interested in volunteering locally or abroad duringReading Week in February? Applications for theAlternative Spring Break program are dueOctober 30 and can be submitted online atwww.asb.uwo.ca.STUDENT GUIDE 2012-20137

November 2012Last day to receive admissionMove into Residence 1 2 3applications: Law for 2013.Last day to receive official transcripts forcourses taken on Letters of Permissionduring the academic year 2011-2012 andthe Spring/Summer Terms of 2012.Last day that students registered in ‘W’accelerated language courses may transferto the equivalent full-year course with thepermission of their Faculty.Concise Writing* 1:30-2:30pmIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm, WSS 2130Bizinc Developers’ChallengeLast date to drop a first-termsecond quarter (‘R’) coursewithout academic penalty (Kin).OUA Semi-Finals - Football@ 3pm4 5 6 7 8 9 10November 2012Yates Cup @ 1pmRemembrance DayOptimize Lecture Learning**11:30am-12:30pm, WSS 3134Last day to drop a first term halfcourse or first term full coursewithout academic penaltyInterview Skills and Practicefor Medical & Dental SchoolApplicants**** 12:30-2pm,UCC 210Writing Essay Exams*12:30-1:30pmIBI***Writing a ProfessionalStatement* 1:30-2:30pmCanada Eh?! Transitioning to CanadaSeries, www.iesc.uwo.caIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Overcoming Writer’s Block*1:30-2:30pm11 12 13 14 15 16 17Writing Multiple-choice Tests**1:30-2:30pm, WSS 3134Writing with Clarity*12:30-1:30pmInternational Students & JobSearching - 12:30-2:30pm, UCC 210Preparing for Multiple-choice Tests**3:30-4:30pm, WSS 3134Digital Interactive Game and WebConference (DIG)Writing in the Sciences* 1:30-2:30pm18 19 20 21 22 23 24Manage Your Time for Mid-YearExams** 11:3.0am-12:30pm,WSS 3134Mental Health Awareness DayPridewestern Awareness WeekEthnocultural Support Services (ESS)Awareness WeekVolunteering in Canada: whydoes it matter & how can I doit?**** 1:30-2:30pm, UCC 210Writing in the Social Sciences*12:30-1:30pmTransgender Day ofRemembranceMaximize Your Memory**3:30-4:30pm, WSS 3134Writing a Book Review*1:30-2:30pmImprove Your Concentration**11:30am-12:30pm, WSS 3134Writing a Thesis Statement*1:30-2:30pmIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Writing a Thesis Statement*1:30-2:30pmAlly AwarenessBoard of Governors Meeting1pm SH 4155Senate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40Theatre WesternproductionKing’s BallVanier Cup @ University ofToronto25 26 27 28 29 30USC Charity Children’s Holiday PartyDates are subject to change. For more information about sessional dates, pleasevisit the academic calendar website: www.westerncalendar.uwo.caPreparing for Multiple-choiceTests** 1:30-2:30pm, WSS3134Writing in the Arts andHumanities* 12:30-1:30pmEssay Exam Essentials** 3:30-4:30pm, WSS 3134Annotated Bibliographies*1:30-2:30pmWriting Multiple-choice Tests**2:30-3:30pm, WSS 3134IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Writing Essay Exams*1:30-2:30pmWSS - Western Student Services Building IVEY – Ivey Business SchoolUSC – University Students’ Council Great Hall is in SH – Somerville HouseUCC – University Community CentreWhat to do in NovemberStart to prepare for First Term Exams by checking out the preliminaryexam schedule at www.registrar.uwo.ca/examinations/exam_schedule.htmlRemember: do not to book any flightsAfter achieving a BA and MD atuntil the FINAL examination scheduleWestern, Margaret Chan hashas been posted.gone on to be the director ofStill writing Mid-term exams? Why notthe World Health Organization.take a study break at The Spoke and try a fairtradeorganic coffee located in the main-level of the UCC.Remember, the last day to DROP a first term half course and first term fullcourse is November 5. For more information, see the Student Central section inthis guide.Mid-term grades are distributed through OWL (powered by Sakai) atowl.uwo.ca and in class, so be sure to monitor your progress.Come celebrate Pride Week with the USC on November 5-8 and take advantageof information, resources, and social programming in the UCC.November 12 kicks off Enthnocultural Support Services Awareness Week.Enjoy Canada’s cultural kaleidoscope by learning about other traditions whilecelebrating your own.Last day to drop a full course or a full year half course without academicpenalty is November 30.Last day to drop a full courseand full-year half course withoutacademic penalty.Working in CanadaPresentation - 11:30am -1:30pm, WSS 3134* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing**SDC Learning Skills presentation. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca****Student Success Centre Career workshop. Register online: careercentral.uwo.caSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-20139

Move into ResidenceDecember 20122 3 4 5 6 7 8World Aids DayLast day to receive admissionapplications, transcripts, andsupporting documentation:Education for 2013Last day to receive admissionapplications: Dentistry for 2013Writing Multiple-choice Tests**3:30-4:30pm, WSS 3134Manage Stress Test** 1:30-2:30pm, WSS 3130Technical Writing*12:30-1:30pmWhite Ribbon campaignFall term classes endReferencing Your Paper*1:30-2:30pmThe Learning Help Centre (WSS4139) closes for the Fall term.Montreal Massacre MemorialIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130study daysSenate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40Mid-yearexaminationperiod9 10 11 12 13 14 151December 2012Mid-year examination period16 17 18 19 20 21 22Mid-year examination periodIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130First term ends for all Programsexcept Dentistry, Education, Lawand MedicineResidences close at noon for theholiday period23 24 25 26 27 28 2930 31Christmas Day(Western Holiday)Western Closed for Holidays(December 24 - January 1)Dates are subject to change. For more information about sessional dates, pleasevisit the academic calendar website: www.westerncalendar.uwo.caSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013What to do in DecemberSeymour Schulich’s gift of $26million to Western’s medicaland dental school representsthe largest-ever grant to aninstitution in London.WSS – Western Student Services Building IVEY – Ivey Business SchoolClasses end on December 5.Mid-year examination periodbegins December 8.Check your alarm clock andconfirm the times for yourexams by looking at yourpersonal exam scheduleunder the ‘myPresent’ section inyour Student Services account atstudentservices.uwo.ca.Sick and need to miss anexam? Consult your instructor andseek advice from your AcademicCounsellor prior to the exam date.Does it look like Snowmageddonoutside? Check for weather alertson Western’s main pagewww.westernu.ca.Studying is different foreveryone. Some need to writedown notes repeatedly for maximumtest scores; others work betterthrough oral communication withfriends. Find what works for you and* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register at sdc.uwo.ca/writing**SDC Learning Skills presentation. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/learning*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.camake a schedule ahead of time inorder to relieve stress during thistime. Learning Skills Services canhelp you create a study schedulefor success. www.sdc.uwo.ca/learningApplying to Dentistry orEducation for 2013? Admissionapplications, transcripts, andsupporting documentation are dueDecember 3. Visit www.schulich.uwo.ca/Dentistry or www.edu.uwo.ca for all the details you willneed.Prepared to go home or awayfor the holidays? Exams endon December 19, so don’t forgetto lock your doors and enjoy theholidays.The White Ribbon Campaignbegins December 4. Sign a posterand wear a white ribbon to showyour support for “Men againstViolence against Women.”11

Move back into residences at noonMove into Residence 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12Classes resumeNominations open for USCSpring ElectionsEnglish Conversation ProgramRegistration begins,www.iesc.uwo.ca/ecpThe Learning Help Centre (WSS4139) opens at 12:30pm for theWinter term.January 2013New Year’s Day(Western Holiday)IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130International Student OrientationDay, www.iesc.uwo.ca13 14 15 16 17 18 19womens Issues NetWork (WIN) weekLast day to add a second-term halfcourse, or a second-term full courseLast day to receive admissionapplications for the Diploma inAccounting, the Diploma in PublicRelations and Diploma in Marketingoffered through Western ContinuingStudies20 21 22 23 24 25 26Healthy lifestyles weekIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Huron’s The Great DebateLast day to add a second-termfirst-quarter (‘S’) course (Kin)Annual Brescia Wine and CheeseLast day to drop a second-termfirst-quarter (‘S’) course withoutacademic penalty (Kin)Brescia BallJanuary 2013IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 213027 28 29 30 IESC’s Global Cafe - 31All Candidates meeting for USCSpring ElectionsDates are subject to change. For more information aboutsessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:www.westerncalendar.uwo.caMMI Practice for Medical SchoolApplicants****Last day to receive applicationsfor graduation at In AbsentiaFebruary ConvocationClasses resume on January 7, 2013.The last day to add a second term half course orfull course is January 15.OSAP Please check the Registrar’s website forupdated information on OSAP processes andfee payments registrar.uwo.caHow were your grades last term? Grades forfirst first term half courses and full term courses arereleased online. To check them visit student.uwo.ca.Disappointed with your first term academic results? Drop-in toThe Learning Help Centre (WSS 4139) to improve your studyskills.Start to think about Intent to Register for next year. Whatprogram do you want to be in?International students! Visit iesc.uwo.ca for winter termprogram and event information.Applying to Graduate School for 2013? Most admissionapplications are due in January and February.Visit www.grad.uwo.ca.Completed all your requirements and want to graduate inFeburary? Don’t forget to apply by January 22.3-5pm, WSS 2130Board of Governors Meeting 1pmSH 4155Last day to receive admissionapplications: BusinessAdministrationDeadline to apply for reliefagainst a final grade in a firsttermcourse.WSRC –Western Student Recreation Centre SH – Somerville HouseWSS – Western Student Services Building IVEY – Ivey Business SchoolWhat to do in JanuaryThree-time OlympicGold Medal winnerMarnie McBeangraduated fromWestern in 1997.V-day Western presentsPurple SexSenate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40Rock the Rink @ Thompson Area* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca****Student Success Centre Career workshop. Register online: careercentral.uwo.caSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201313

Move into ResidenceFebruary 20131 23 4 5 6 7 8 9career weeksuccess.uwo.caLast day to receive admissionapplications: Social Work (King’s)Black History MonthCanadian Immigration Seminar,www.iesc.uwo.caCharity BallJam the Gym Battle - Men’s& Women’s Basketball vsMcMasterFebruary 2013Nominations open for USC Vice-Presidents ElectionsMMI Practice for Medical SchoolApplicants****10 11 12 13 14 15 16usc winter electionThEATRE WESTERN PRESENTS:PURPLE SHORTSIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Huron’s Shake the WorldConferenceWestern’s Job Fair 11-4pm WSRCValentine’s DayIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130V-Day Western Day of ActionLast day to receive admissionapplication: Collaborative NursingProgramSenate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R4017 18 19 20 21 22 23reading weekAlternative Spring BreakFamily Day (Western Holiday)24 25 26 27 28In Absentia February ConvocationAll-Candidates meeting for USCVice-Presidents ElectionsFirst day of second-termsecond-quarter (‘T’) course (Kin)Dates are subject to change. For more information aboutsessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:www.westerncalendar.uwo.caLibraries often fill up fast duringcrunch times, make sure to takeadvantage of all the differentlibraries across campus. www.lib.uwo.caPicking a major? Looking forsomeone to talk to about yourdegree? Academic Counsellorsare great resources for talkingabout your Intent to Register (dueMarch 31). Academic Counsellorscan be found in your faculty buildingor Affiliated University College. SeeImportant Contacts section in thisguide, or see your Department.For the winter Learning SkillsServices presentation schedule, seesdc.uwo.ca/learningTime to sit back, relax, andcrack the spine on yourfavourite school textbook.STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013MMI Practice for Medical SchoolApplicants****Deadline to apply for theExplore Bursary, www.myexplore.ca, to attendTrois-Pistoles.IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130WSS – Western Student Services BuildingIVEY – Ivey Business School WSRC – Western Student Recreation CentreWhat to do in FebruaryReading Week, February 18-22,gives you a break from class and achance to catch up on work.Whether you’re moving out ofresidence or just looking for anew place to live, February is agood time to start looking foraccommodations for next year.Interested in volunteering locallyor abroad during Reading Week inFebruary? Hundreds of studentsfrom all faculties have travelled toplaces like Louisiana, the DominicanRepublic, Costa Rica and Winnipegto engage in community projects.asb.uwo.caThe Alternative Spring Breakprogram at Western startedwith just 5 students in 2003and grew to over 140 studentsin 2012.* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca****Student Success Centre Career workshop. Register online: careercentral.uwo.ca15

Move into ResidenceVagina Monologues & AMemory, A Monologue, A Rant,and a PrayerRelay for LifeMarch 20131 23 4 5 6 7 8 9First day for web registration forSummer Evening and Spring/Summer Distance StudiesFirst day for web registration forIntersessionLast day to drop a second termhalf course or a second term fullcourse without academic penaltyFounders Day (Western)IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 213010 11 12 13 14 15 16First day for web registration forSummer DayMMI Practice for Medical SchoolApplicants****Student 2 Business NetworkingConference - s2b.caMental Health Awareness WeekIncome Tax Clinic forInternational STudents, WSS2130, www. iesc.uwo.caIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 213017 18 19 20 21 22 23Free usc Income Tax Clinic - UCC AtriumIncome Tax Clinic forInternational STudents, WSS2130, www. iesc.uwo.caLast Lecture for GraduatingClass of 2013IESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130The Huron TalkLast day to receive admissionapplications: CEGEP applicants,Compressed Time Frame BScNProgram, Spring/Summer DistanceStudies, Summer Evening andIntersession from students applyingfor the first time, and Certificateand Diploma Programs at WesternContinuing Studies.Last day to add a second-termsecond-quarter (‘T’) course (Kin)Theatre WesternMusicalInternational Women’s DayLast day to drop a second-termsecond-quarter (‘T’) coursewithout academic penalty (Kin)ALcohol and Substance AbuseAwareness WeekLast day to receive applicationsfor graduation at SpringConvocationInternational Earth DaySenate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40Vagina Monologues & AMemory, A Monologue, A Rant,and a PrayerQueen’s Cup - Men’s HockeyKing’s Annual Charity FashonShowUSC AGM and voting for USCVice-Presidents ElectionsRelay for Life24 25 26 27 28 29 30March 2013Income Tax Clinic forInternational STudents, WSS2130, www. iesc.uwo.caEaster Sunday31Passover beginsDates are subject to change. For more information aboutsessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:www.westerncalendar.uwo.caIt’s that time! Mid-terms are hereonce again. If the stress becomes toooverwhelming, find comfort in the arrayof psychological services that Westernoffers: www.sdc.uwo.ca/psych/index.html?individual_counsellingIf you are planning to return nextSeptember, complete your ProgramCounselling / Intent to Register thismonth through Student Center!student.uwo.caMarch 7 is the last day to drop asecond-term half course, or a secondtermfull course without academic penalty.Keynote speakers discussingcontemporary challenges facing womentoday congregate at Western to celebrateInternational Women’s Day onMarch 8.Getting ready for second year can seemdaunting: review the on-line ‘GettingReady for Second Year!’ information atsuccess.uwo.ca/first_year_programs/getting_ready_for_second_year.htmlSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013USC – University Students’ Council UCC – University Community CentreIVEY – Ivey Business School WSS – Western Student Services BuildingWhat to do in MarchMarch is a great time to get a head startlooking for summer jobs. Check out theStudent Success Centre at career.uwo.ca website for employment opportunitiesboth local and abroad.Summer registration begins for thosewho wish to take summer coursesthrough student.uwo.ca. Don’t forgetyou must ‘term activate’ 72 hours prior toregistering on studentservices.uwo.caOSAP Summer SupplementalApplication forms are available thismonth.Planning to graduate in June? Makesure to apply by the March 15 deadline.Check your exam schedule at www.registrar.uwo.ca/examinations/exam_schedule.htmlIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Good Friday (Western holiday)2002 Western gradDeepak Sethi got a gigwriting for ‘Family Guy’ bystarting a comedy blog.* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca****Student Success Centre Career workshop. Register online: careercentral.uwo.ca17

Move into ResidenceApril 20131 2 3 4 5 6April 2013April Fool’s Day!Passover endsIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 21307 8 9 10 11 12 13study daysFall/Winter Session classes endIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130The Learning Help Centre (WSS4139) closes for the Winter termSenate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R4014 15 16 17 18 19 20FINAL EXAMINATION PERIODIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 213021 22 23 24 25 26 27FINAL EXAMINATION PERIODInternational Earth Day28 29 30FINALEXAMINATIONPERIODIESC’s Global Cafe - 3-5pm,WSS 2130Board of Governors Meeting1pm SH 4155Dates are subject to change. For more information aboutsessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:www.westerncalendar.uwo.caSecond term ends for allFaculties except Dentistry,Education, Law and Medicine.SH – Somerville House WSS – Western Student Services Building IVEY – Ivey Business SchoolWhat to do in April* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.caFinal Exams run April 14-30.Make sure to check out Western’slibraries’ extended hours, as wellas the shuttle service that runs until2am.Log into studentservices.uwo.ca to view your personal examschedule. Be sure to doublecheck times and locations (andyour alarm!)Planning on taking a courseduring intersession, summerevening, distance or summerday? Register now.Looking for a last-minute summerjob? Visit careercentral.uwo.ca forpostings.Planning to pay your fees next yearusing OSAP? You must apply forOSAP by June 30.Distance Studies courses areoffered in the summer to thosestudents who are able to write at theapproved exam centres.International Students visitiesc.uwo.ca for summer termprogram and event information.Check your grades and reportcomments at student.uwo.ca.Stephen Moccio,who graduated in 1994, haswritten songs for Celine Dionand Josh Groban, as well aspenning the theme for the2010 Vancouver Olympics.STUDENT GUIDE 2012-201319

May 2013May 2013SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY1 2 3 45 6 7 8 9 Last day to add a full course, 10 11English Conversation ProgramRegistration beginswww.iesc.uwo.ca/ecpSummer Evening and Spring/Summer Distance Studiescourses beginLast day for students on12 13 14 exchange or a letter of 15 16 17 18Intersession courses beginTrois-Pistoles courses beginLast day to add a full course,6-week half course, first-termfirst-quarter (‘Q’) course,or a full-year half course inIntersessionLast day to receive admissionapplications for Summer Day coursesfrom students applying for the firsttime. All supporting documentationmust be submitted within seven daysof this dateLast day to withdraw an applicationfor graduation at Spring Convocationpermission to submit their transcriptsfor graduation at Spring ConvocationLast day to receive admissionapplications for full-time studies for2012-13 F/W Term from candidatesoutside CanadaLast day to add or drop a course atTrois-Pistoles IntersessionLast day to drop a 3-week firsttermhalf course in Intersessionwithout academic penaltyInternational Student OrientationDay, www.iesc.uwo.caa first-term half course, a first-termfirst-quarter course, and a full yearhalf-course in Summer EveningLast day to add a Spring/SummerDistance Studies courseSenate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40Last day to drop a first-termhalf course, or a first-term firstquarter(‘Q’) course in SummerEvening and Spring/SummerDistance Studies withoutacademic penaltyLast day for web registration forSummer Evening and Spring/Summer Distance StudiescoursesLast day for web registration forIntersession courses19 20 21 22 23 24 25Victoria Day(Western Holiday)Last day to drop a full course,or a 6-week half-course, afirst-term first-quarter (‘Q’)course, or a full-year half coursein Intersession without academicpenalty26 27 28 29 30 31June 2013June 2013Last day to drop a full course orfull-year half course in SummerEvening and Spring/SummerDistance Studies course withoutacademic penaltySUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY2 3 4 5 6 7 81Last day to receive admissionapplications from new studentsfor Fall/Winter Term 2013-14 forfull-time studiesSecond-term half courses inIntersession beginLast day to add a second-termhalf course in Intersession9 10 11 12 13 14 15spring convocationLast day to drop a second-termhalf course in Intersessionwithout academic penaltySenate Meeting 1:30pm IVEY1R40Deadline to apply forrelief against a final gradein a second-term or a full-yearcourseDeadline to apply for relief against aprogram eligibility decisionDeadline requesting a waiver of30 the progression requirementsDates are subject to change. For more information aboutsessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca16 17 18 19 20 21 22Second term half courses inSummer Evening and Spring/Summer Distance Studies begin23 24 25 26 27 28 29Examinations:intersessionspring convocationSH – Somerville House IVEY – Ivey Business SchoolBoard of Governors Meeting1pm SH 4155Trois-Pistoles Intersession endsLast day to add a second-termhalf course in Summer Eveningand Spring/Summer DistanceStudies coursesIntersession courses endLast day to drop a second-termhalf course, or a second-termfirst-quarter (‘S’) course, inSummer Evening and Spring/Summer Distance Studieswithout academic penalty* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca20 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYCanada Day (Western Holiday)Last day to receive admissionapplications from new students for Fall/Winter Term 2013-14 for courses taughtby Distance Studies and for part-timestudies in courses taught on campusduring the day and evening.New students wishing to pursue parttimestudies after July 1, should contactthe Admissions Office to arrange for anappointment1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 13Summer Day term beginsTrois-Pistoles Summer Dayterm begins14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30 31Second-term half courses inSummer Day beginJuly 2013Last day to add a full course, afirst-term half course (3-weekor 6-week), or a full-year halfcourse in Summer DayExaminations: summer eveningLast day to add or drop a courseat Trois-Pistoles Summer DayLast day to drop a full course, ora 6-week half course, or a fullyearhalf course in Summer Daywithout academic penaltySUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAYExaminations: spring/summerdistance studiesLast day to drop a 3-week firsttermhalf course in Summer Daywithout academic penaltyExaminations: spring/summerdistance studiesDeadline to apply for reliefLast day to add a second-term against a final grade in anhalf course in Summer Day Intersession courseAugust 2013Last day to drop a second-termhalf course in Summer Daywithout academic penaltySummer Evening and Spring/Summer Distance Studiesterms endLast day for web registration forSummer Day courses1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 10July 2013 August 2013Civic Holiday(Western Holiday)Trois-Pistoles Summer Daycourses end11 12 13 14 15 16 17Summer Day courses end18 19 20 21 22 23 24Examinations: summer day25 26 27 28 29 30 31Pick-up your new StudentGuide for 2013/2014.Dates are subject to change. For more information aboutsessional dates, please visit the academic calendar website:www.westerncalendar.uwo.caSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013Please note that forSeptember 2013classes will start onThursday, Sept. 6, 2013Deadline to apply for reliefagainst a final grade in aSummer Evening course* Writing Workshop in WSS 3134. Register online: www.sdc.uwo.ca/writing*** Employer Info Sessions. Please visit careercentral.uwo.ca21

Academic InformationProgram and Academic CounsellingDuring the course of your University career, there are a number of reasons why you may want or need to see anacademic counsellor:To discuss course changes, withdrawals, special permissions, and appeal proceduresTo pose questions about modules/programs, degree requirements, and/or University regulationsTo seek accommodation based on serious, documented reasons which have affected your academicperformance (e.g., illness, bereavement, personal problems, or other extenuating circumstances)To process requests for Letters of Permission (i.e., taking courses at another University)To have transfer credits from an academic exchange program approvedFaculty Contact information: On the web:Faculty of Arts & Humanities 519-661-3043 (from residence, dial 83043)Room 112G, University College.Drop-ins welcome.Brescia University College 519-858-5151Room 11, St.James Building,Brescia Registrar’s Office.Don Wright Faculty of Music 519-661-2043 (from residence, dial 82043)Room 210, Talbot College.Appointments preferred.Faculty of Engineering 519-661-2130 (from residence, dial 82130)Room 2097, Spencer Engineering Building.Appointments required.Faculty of Health Sciences:School of Health StudiesFaculty of Health Sciences:School of KinesiologyFaculty of Health Sciences:School of Nursing519-661-4119 (from residence, dial 84119)Room 222, Labatt Health Sciences BuildingAppointments and walk-ins available daily.Please contact the office for a schedule.519-661-3086 (from residence, dial 83086)Room 2225, 3M Centre.Appointments and walk-ins available daily.Please contact the office for a schedule.519-661‐3398 (from residence, dial 83398)Room H128, Health Sciences Addition.Appointments and walk-ins available daily.Huron University College 519-438-7224 x 244Room W39, Academic Services Centre.Faculty of Information &Media Studies519-661-3542 (from residence, dial 83542)Room 240, North Campus Building.Appointments preferred.King’s University College 519-433-3491Office of the Academic DeanFaculty of ScienceEmail: scibmsac@uwo.caRoom 191, Western Science Centre.Appointments preferred.Bachelor of Medical Sciences 519-661-2111 x83169Room M138, Medical Sciences BuildingFaculty of Social Science 519-661-2011 (from residence, dial 82011)Social Sciences Career Services: 519-661-2111x80486Recorded information: 519-661-2052We are renovating! Temporary location until October:Room 3207, Social Science Centre.Reopening in rooms 2105/2114, Social ScienceCentre.www.uwo.ca/artsEmail: arts@uwo.cawww.brescia.uwo.caEmail: brescia@uwo.cawww.music.uwo.ca/students/programcounselling.htmlwww.eng.uwo.ca/undergraduateengugrad@uwo.cawww.uwo.ca/fhs/health_studiesTwitter: @western_fhswww.uwo.ca/fhs/kinTwitter: @western_fhswww.uwo.ca/fhs/nursing/UG/academic_counselling.htmlwww.huronuc.on.cawww.fims.uwo.cawww.kings.uwo.cawww.uwo.ca/sci/counsellingwww.facebook.com/scibmsacwww.uwo.ca/bmscwww.counselling.ssc.uwo.caEmail: ssaco@uwo.caTwitter: @ssaco_westernuJoin us on: www.facebook.com/westernussacoAcademic InformationSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201325

Academic InformationAcademic InformationAcademic Appeals,Undergraduate StudentPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.caThe University Senate has delegated to eachDean the right to waive any academic regulation.The Deans’ rulings in academic matters are finalunless overturned or modified on appeal to theSenate Review Board Academic (SRBA). SRBAis the final body to which students may appealcertain rulings of Deans in academic matters, andits decisions are final.Academic CalendarPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.caThe Academic Calendar contains informationabout the academic requirements of yourprogram, course descriptions, other academicinformation, and more. General regulationsfor Arts, Science and Social Science programsappear in the Programs and Progressionsections. Regulations for other programs appearin the appropriate sections. You may accessthe Academic Calendar online at the addressabove. The 2013-14 Academic Calendar will beavailable online in February 2013.Academic CounsellingSee Program & Academic Counselling chart in thissection.Breadth Requirements forBachelor DegreesPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg81.htmlAt least 1.0 course must be chosen from eachof the three categories A, B, and C. Two ofCategories A, B, and C are required infirst year. Any outstanding breadthrequirement not completed in firstyear must be completed priorto graduation. For the coursesoffered in each category, pleasevisit the website above.BreadthRequirements forFirst YearPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg81.htmlFirst-Year ProgramStudents in first-year programsmust choose courses numbered1000-1999. The 5.0 courses mustinclude at least four different subjectswith no more than 2.0 courses in onesubject. Students are encouraged to takean essay course in first year. 1.0 courseFinal Schedule onRegistrar’s Website(March)from two of Categories A, B, and C must beincluded in first year.AprilFinalExamPeriodSummerCourseRegistration(March - July)Distance StudiesPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/applying/distance_studiesDistance Studies occurs when learners areseparated from the instructor and classmates,whether across the hall or across theprovince. Unlike the courses of the past thatdepended entirely on written communicationthrough the mail, today’s distance coursesmay include multimedia materials and takeadvantage of web-based communicationtechnologies. Western’s Distance Studieswill let you pursue University studies if youcannot attend regular classes. Check out thePart-Time Calendar to see which courses offerdistance options. The website also gives amore detailed description of Distance Studiesprograms, as well as information on how toapply.GradesSee the Student Central section in this guide.Grade Appeals and OtherRequests for ReliefOffice of the OmbudspersonPhone: 519-661-3573Email: ombuds@uwo.cawww.uwo.ca/ombuds/appeals/appeals.htmlwww.uwo.ca/ombuds/student/student.htmlThese are the procedures for appealing marksand other decisions related to individual courses,for example:• requests for extensions of deadlines forSummerExam Period(June - August)Third Term: May - AugustAdjudicationFall programeligibility (May)Grades reviewed forFall CourseRegistrationOnline (June -August)CourseDropDeadlineSecond term halfcourse: March 7SeptemberAdd/DropOnline & PaperSubmissionCentresof Information:www.registrar.uwo.cawww.westerncalendar.uwo.castudentservices.uwo.caAcademic CounsellingDepartment AdvisorsIntenttoRegisterCourse DropDeadlinesFirst term halfcourse: Nov. 5Full Course:Nov. 30Programrequests for FallRegistration(February)Final Schedule onRegistrar’swebsite(November)JanuaryAdd/DropOnline & PaperSubmissionProgramPlanning“What’s YourProgram”Faculty & Dept. InfoSessions (Jan. - Feb.)the submission of work• waiver of progression requirements• accuracy of grades on examinations orassignments• requests for make-ups or special exams• requests to have a particular gradereweighted on compassionate grounds• appeals against the conclusion thatcheating or plagiarism took place• appeals against the sanction or penalty forcheating or plagiarismIf you are considering an appeal of anykind, you should read “Academic Rights andResponsibilities” and other relevant policies andprocedures in the Calendar,www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg111.html. The Handbook of Academic andScholarship Policy www.uwo.ca/univsec/ is alsouseful. Graduate students should visit grad.uwo.ca. In addition, many programs and departmentshave program-specific rules and procedures. Besure to ask for a copy.For more information contact the Officeof the Ombudsperson or visit www.uwo.ca/ombuds.GraduationFirst Term: September - DecemberSecond Term: January - AprilSee the Graduation section in this guide.Mature StudentsPhone: 519-661-3559success.uwo.ca/mature_students/index.htmlPersonal TimetablesPhone: 519- 661-2100Personal timetables can be found atstudentservices.uwo.ca once you have addedcourses.RegistrationHelpline: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/course_enrollment/web_registration.htmlHow to access yourappointment date: You will beemailed in June/July when yourcourse registration appointmentstart time is available for Fall/Winter studies. For details onyour appointment start timesign into your Student Centerand click on the box on theright entitled EnrollmentDates. You will be able to addcourses through the StudentCenter beginning on yourassigned date and time until theend of web registration. The lastday for web registration is in earlyAugust (see dates section).To view your Fall/Winter Program/Module login to student.uwo.ca and viewthe “Academics Section.”DecemberExam Period26 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

SAGESee the Services to Help You Succeed section inthis guide.Senior Citizens BursarySee the Fees & Financial Aid section in this guide.Structure of the DegreePhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg79.htmlThe ModulesThere are four possible modules of study whichmay be entered after First Year:• Honors Specialization (9.0 or morespecified courses)• Specialization (9.0 or more specifiedcourses)• Major (6.0 -7.0 specified courses)• Minor (4.0 -5.0 specified courses)Note: Not all departments offer all thesemodules.The modular degree structure affordsthe opportunity to combine variousWhat is the Difference between UndergraduatePart-Time and Full-Time Status at Western?Phone: 519-661-2100success.uwo.ca/mature_students/registered_at_western/parttime_vs_fulltime.htmlAdmissionNumber of CoursesTuition FeesOntario StudentAssistance Program(OSAP)London TransitCommission Bus PassSupplementary Health/Dental Insurancethrough the UniversityStudents’ CouncilPart-timeEnrollment may be limited; applywell before the deadlines3.0 courses or fewer at one time(all students registered in Spring/Summer courses are consideredpart-time students)Charged per half (0.5) or full(1.0) course equivalentEligible for consideration if taking3.0 courses in each of the FallAND Winter termsStudents with a permanentdisability are considered parttimeif taking 2.0 courses ineach of the fall and winter termsFull-timeLimited enrollment for first-yearentry on a full-time basis; applywell before the deadlines; a“mature applicant supplementaryform” will be required by thosebeing considered as matureapplicants for full-time study3.5 to 5.0 full course equivalentsduring September to April. 5.0 isthe standard full-course loadFull-time fees applyEligible for considerationNot available Included in fees; mandatoryNot availablesubjects from different Departmentsand Faculties. The modules takenmust fit within these degree structures.Departments, Schools, Faculties andAffiliated University Colleges may offersome or all of the above modules. SeeFaculty and Department listings fordetails. Combinations other than thoselisted below have not been approved;consequently, they may not be taken.Enrollment in some modules may belimited.Mandatory unless student iscovered under an equivalentextended benefit health careplan (in addition to your standardprovincial coverage)www.usc.uwo.ca/healthThese Modules may becombined in three different degrees:1) The Honors Bachelor Degree (FourYear) - (20.0 courses)15.0 courses after first year, includingat least an Honors Specialization or aDouble Major as follows:• Honors Specialization (9.0 or morecourses) This may be combined witha Major or a Minor or option(s)• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus a Major (6.0 -7.0) plus option(s) (3.0 - 1.0)2) The Bachelor Degree (Four Year) -(20.0 courses)15.0 courses after first year, including atleast a Specialization module or a Majormodule as follows:• Specialization (9.0 or more courses)This may be combined with a Major or aMinor or option(s)• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus a Major (6.0 -7.0) plus option(s) (3.0 - 1.0)• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus Minor(s) oroption(s)3) The Bachelor Degree (Three Year) -(15.0 courses)10.0 courses after first year, including atleast a Major module or a Double Minoras follows:• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus option(s)• Major (6.0 - 7.0) plus a Minor orOption(s)• Minor (4.0 - 5.0) plus a Minor (4.0 -5.0) plus option(s) (2.0 - 0)Undergraduate ProgramsOffered at WesternFor a comprehensive list, seewww.welcome.uwo.ca/preview/documents/vb_inside.pdf orwww.westerncalendar.uwo.caAcademic InformationSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201327

Campus EventsThis is not an inclusive list of events. Other eventsare scheduled on campus.Career FairSee Career and Employment section.Charity Ball, USCFebruary 3, 2013www.charityball.caCharity Ball has been in existence for over25 years and is a long-standing tradition atWestern. Many students treat this event astheir University “prom” where they go all outand celebrate their time at Western.Campus evenTsClubs Week, USCSeptember 17-21, 2012Email: usc.clubs.coordinator@uwo.cawww.westernclubs.caDuring Clubs Week the atrium of theUCC transforms itself into a gathering ofclubs to get involved in. Check out one ofthe many booths for something that capturesyour interest.EnviroWeek, USCOctober 9-12, 2012Email: usc.environment@uwo.cawww.usc.uwo.ca/envirowesternEnviroweek sees a wide assortment ofactivities (primarily in and around the UCC)ranging from the simple advertisement of theclub’s activities, to elaborate and eye catchingpublic displays encouraging environmentalconsciousness, and public presentations.For more programs by EnviroWestern, seethe Green Initiatives section.Festival of the Arts, USCEmail: usc.foa@uwo.cawww.usc.uwo.ca/foaWestern’s Festival of the Arts showcasesstudents’ visual, audio and textile works.There are plenty of ways to get involved, likesubmitting your student films, photographyand works of art or by simply volunteeringyour time. Held beginning of March in theUCC atrium. Admission is free to students.Founder’s DayMarch 7, 2013www.alumni.uwo.ca/connect/founders-dayFounder’s Day is celebrated annually onMarch 7. The Western community celebratesthe accomplishments of our students, staff,faculty and alumni.Graduate and ProfessionalSchool FairSee Graduate and Professional Programs section.HomecomingSeptember 27-30, 2012www.westernhomecoming.uwo.caGet ready - there’s so much to do whenyou come home. Students and alumnicelebrating Canada’s best homecoming.Last LectureMarch 21, 2013www.alumni.uwo.ca/get-involved/students/last-lecture.htmlLast Lecture is an elegant eveningcocktail social hosted by The AlumniAssociation for all members of the Classof 2013. Enjoy the familiar tunes of RickMcGhie with a prominent alumnus keynote.McIntosh Gallerywww.mcintoshgallery.caExhibitions, educational programsand special events provide a platform forengagement with visual art and artists. TheCuratorial Study Centre includes documents,publications and the McIntosh Gallery’scollection of over 3,000 works of Canadianand international art.Musical PerformancesSpecial Events Calendar: www.music.uwo.ca/events/specialEvents.htmlOff to WesternSee the Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide.PrideWestern WeekNovember 5-8, 2012www.pridewestern.causc.pride@uwo.caPrideWeek is a campus-wide eventwhere students can show support for theLGBTTQ2 community, learn about oncampusresources, and become more awareof queer issues. PrideWeek is organized byPrideWestern.Purple FestSeptember 10-12, 2012Purple Fest is a three-day event organizedby the University Students’ Council towelcome all students back to campus inSeptember. Check out all the activities andevents throughout the week and get moreinformation about how to get involved oncampus through the USC.Theatre Western, USCwww.theatrewestern.caTheatre Western is a student-runproduction company supported by theUniversity Students’ Council at WesternUniversity. Theatre Western produces showsof the highest professional quality, includingfull length musical and non-musical dramaticproductions as well as student-writtenone-act plays. Theatre Western providesopportunities for all students to becomeinvolved as playwrights, directors, stagemanagers, backstage crew or performers. At aUniversity with so many talented individuals,Theatre Western showcases student talenton stages around campus and within theLondon community.White Ribbon CampaignDecember 4-6, 2012White Ribbon is an annual internationalcampaign of men working to end violenceagainst women. Western’s campaignis organized by the White RibbonCommissioner (usc.white.ribbon@uwo.ca) and includes the Montreal Massacreremembrance ceremony.28 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Careers & EmploymentWestern’s CareerCentralcareercentral.uwo.caCareers at Westernwww.workingatwestern.uwo.caCareers in Federal Public Servicejobs-emplois.gc.caOntario Public Service Careerswww.gojobs.gov.on.caCity of London Jobswww.london.caService Canada Job Bankwww.jobbank.gc.caSocial Science Career Servicesssc.uwo.ca/careersAlumni Western for Studentswww.alumni.uwo.caInvolvement with Alumni Western beginsin first year. There are several dynamicprograms offered to students at Westernincluding Backpack 2 Briefcase, Off toWestern, Last Lecture and Six Degrees.Western’s Alumni Association is run by anelected volunteer board of Western alumni.Alumni Western keeps you connected withWestern through publications such as theYoung Alumni Magazine and invitations toevents around the globe.Backpack 2 Briefcasewww.alumni.uwo.ca/get-involved/students/b2b.htmlBackpack 2 Briefcase is an award winningevent series designed to ease your transitionfrom Western to life as a young professional.Join us for dining etiquette, keynote speakersand social networking receptions. Open to allstudents in all faculties and all years.Career FairSeptember 27, 2012www.success.uwo.caWestern Student Recreation Centre;11am-4pmThe Career Fair is an opportunity fornew graduates and alumni to connect withemployers from a wide variety of companieslooking to hire for full-time employment.For more information, including how toprepare for the Career Fair please visit:success.uwo.ca/careers/meet_employers/preparing_for_fairs.htmlCareer WeekFebruary 4-8, 2013www.careerweek.uwo.caEvents all over campus. Register forevents through CareerCentral, careercentral.uwo.caFederal Student WorkExperience Program (FSWEP)www.servicecanada.gc.ca/eng/goc/fswep.shtmlThis program helps match studentswith federal departments and agencies fortemporary jobs by maintaining a nationalinventory of students seeking employmentwithin the federal public service. Applicationscan be submitted online throughout the year.Some departments and agencies advertiseclosing dates for certain job postings.Students in their final year of academicstudies who do not intend to return tofull-time studies are only eligible to workpart-time until the completion of their lastacademic term.Graduate StudentsWork StudyPhone: 519-661-2102grad.uwo.ca/faculty_staff/funding_opportunities.htmThe School of Graduate and PostdoctoralStudies and the Student Financial Servicesoffice jointly administer the work studyprogram. To be eligible for Graduate WorkStudy consideration, students must beOntario residents, and have qualified for,and taken their OSAP maximum for thecurrent year. Decisions regarding work studyeligibility will not be madeuntil after the applicationdeadline date. Theapplication is located on theGraduate and PostdoctoralStudies website and mustbe submitted by thedeadline indicated.InternationalStudent WorkOpportunitiesProgram (ISWOP)See the InternationalExperience section of thisguide.Job FairFebruary 7, 2013, 1-4PM, WSRCwww.success.uwo.caThe Job Fair is an opportunity forstudents to network with companies whoare looking to hire for summer, internship,volunteer, part-time and full-time positions.Jobs on Campuscareercentral.uwo.caHow to find part-time jobs oncampus1. You can login with your Westernusername and password to search thecareers site for Western on-campus jobs:careercentral.uwo.ca2. You can check out the Working atWestern site for full-time and part-timejob opportunities:www.workingatwestern.uwo.ca.3. Search for ‘Work Study’ positions in thissection.4. Some specific areas hiring students oncampus are:Campus RecreationWestern Student Recreation CentreVarious positions available opening in Feb. and Mar.srs.uwo.ca/wavelength.careers.jobpostings.aspx• Email applications to the ProgramCoordinator specified on each jobposting• For more information visit:westernmustangs.caDivision of Housing and Ancillary ServicesRoom 102 Elgin Hall LondonPositions available include Residence Advisor, ResidenceDon, Academic Leadership Programmer, and AssistantProgram Coordinator.• Applications available at:www.rezstaff.uwo.caThe GazetteUCC Room 263Positions Available: Writing, Photography, Graphics andWeb Design.Hospitality ServicesVarious Positions available.• Email your resume and cover letter tohospitalityemployment@uwo.ca• For more information visit: www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/employment.htmHousing Mediation Services DepartmentLocation: Elgin Hall Room 102Positions: Team Leader and Off-Campus Advisorpositions.• Apply online in February for theupcoming year• For more information: www.has.uwo.ca/housing/oca or www.has.uwo.ca/housing/offcampusInformation Technology Services/Instructional Technology Resource CentreLocation: Support Services Building, room 4320Positions: ITRC Student Consultants.CAreers & employmentContinued…STUDENT GUIDE 2012-201329

Continued from previous page.CAreers & employment• Advertised on the Career Centre website at www.career.uwo.ca• Contact for additional information:itrc@uwo.ca; see also www.itrc.uwo.ca/studentConsultants.htmlTour Guide Employmentcareercentral.uwo.ca• Campus tours are offered Mondayto Friday, three times daily (someweekend tours may be required). Youmust be a returning student for theupcoming school year in order to beeligible to apply. Applications are due inJanuary of each year. Check the websitefor more details.The Spoke, USCUCC main LevelPositions Available: Part-time Cashier/Cooks.• Email application forms to uscspoke@uwo.ca• Applications can be found atwww.usc.uwo.ca/spoke• For further information please call519- 661-3590The Wave, USCPositions Available: Cashier/Cook/Server/Doorstaff(all Part-time positions).• Applications can also be picked up/dropped off at either or the Spoke/WaveThe Student Success Centre:CareersPhone: 519-661-3559success.uwo.caReception: Mon. - Fri., 8:30am-4:30pmThe Student Success Centre: Careersprovides the information a student willneed for planning their future. Offeringworkshops on job interviews, finding acareer path, internships, part-time jobs,summer jobs, job fairs, on-line job postingsfrom both local employers and opportunitiesabroad, as well as individual counselling,CareerCentral is a valuable resource for anystudent who is seeking help entering theworkforce.Western’s InternshipProgramPhone: 519-661-3559www.success.uwo.ca/experience/internships/index.htmlAn internship is a 12 to 16 month workterm. Students are employed in settingswhich provide work experience directlyrelated to their academic programs andcareer objectives. Faculties/programscurrently participating in Western’sInternship Program are: Engineering,Science, Management and OrganizationalStudies and Geography. In certain cases, 8month terms can be arranged. Internshipsbegin between May and September, withsome limited January start dates. A newsummer internship program offers 4-monthplacements for students in thefaculty of Social Science.Working at WesternPhone: 519-661-2194www.workingatwestern.uwo.caAt Western, our missionis to provide the best studentexperience among Canada’sleading research intensiveuniversities. As one of London’slargest employers and Canada’s3rd largest research-intensiveuniversity, Western Universityprovides a diverse and uniqueenvironment in which more than 9,000full and part-time staff and faculty work.We encourage you to consider a career atWestern.We post career opportunities as theybecome available. To apply to a position,you will be asked to provide an activeemail address and details about youremployment history, skills, qualificationsand other information. If you have anelectronic resume, you may be able to pasteinformation into the Working at Westernon-line application at recruit.uwo.ca. Jobsare open to applicants for approximately oneweek following posting, unless otherwiseindicated. Applicants are encouraged toapply online.Working in Canadawww.iesc.uwo.ca/workingThe International and Exchange StudentCentre offers information sessions forinternational students regarding Canadianwork regulations. International studentswho are interested in working in Canada canalso visit IESC for individual assistance withwork permit applications.Work StudyPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/work_study.htmlWork Study, Bursaries, and Need BasedAwards are three of the financial need-basedprograms offered by Western. In order to beconsidered for all of these programs, or anycombination of these programs, studentsmust complete the Financial AssistanceProfile application, located on the StudentServices website studentservices.uwo.caunder myPresent, Financial Assistance. Thisapplication includes consideration for WorkStudy eligibility, all Bursaries, and all Need-Based Awards offered by Western.Students need to submit the applicationonce for the Fall/Winter work study,and again in the Spring if they wouldlike Summer Work Study and are takinga course(s) over the Summer Sessions.Applications will be available starting inmid-August for Fall/Winter and mid-Aprilfor Summer.30 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

City of Londonwww.london.caLocation: On the banks of the ThamesRiver, 200 kilometers west of Toronto,Ontario, CanadaTemperature: Ranging from a July(summer) average of 26 °C to a January(winter) average of -7 °CPopulation: Over 350,000Baseballwww.londonmajors.com | Phone: 519-694-6105The London Majors play home games athistoric Labatt Memorial Park, one of theoldest baseball fields in the world.Basketballlightningbasketball.ca | Phone: 519-433-0634London is home to the London Lightningteam, a charter member of the NationalBasketball League of Canada. In March 2012,they won the NBL Canada Championship.Their home games are played at BudweiserGardens.Budweiser Gardensformerly the John Labatt Center (JLC)www.johnlabattcentre.com | Phone: 519-667-570099 Dundas StreetAs of October 2012, the John LabattCentre has been renamed BudweiserGardens. Opened in October 2002, thisfacility is home to the London Knights andhosts many sporting and entertainmentevents (such as Sting, Jay-Z, Jerry Seinfeld,Carrie Underwood, Harlem Globetrotters andJohn Mayer.)Centennial HallPhone: 519-672-1967 or 519-672-1968www.centennialhall.london.caBox office: 550 Wellington St.Centennial Hall is a multi-purpose,wheelchair accessible facility offeringspecialized facilities for events such asconcerts, dances, banquets, meetings,conventions, exhibitions, trade shows, craft,fashion and travel shows just to name a few.Covent Garden Marketwww.coventmarket.com | Phone: 519-439-3921130 King StreetComplete with fresh produce, gourmetfoods, public square, seasonal outdoorfarmer’s market, ice rink and regular familyprogramming.Fanshawe Pioneer VillagePhone: 519-457-1296www.fanshawepioneervillage.ca2609 Fanshawe Park Road EastA living history museum that specializesin fun for children of all ages. ExperienceLondon’s past and see weavers, printmakers,blacksmiths and farmers demonstrate theirtrades of the past.Grand Theatrewww.grandtheatre.com | Phone: 519-672-8800471 Richmond St. Box OfficeLondon’s Grand Theatre is nationallyrenowned and presents plays from Septemberto May. The company also hosts occasionaloutdoor arts attractions such as the NationalBallet of Canada.Hockeywww.londonknights.comLondon is home to the Ontario HockeyLeague and Memorial Cup Champions, theLondon Knights.London Public Librarywww.londonpubliclibrary.caWith 16 comfortable locations, knowledgeableand friendly staff, and extensive collections ofmaterial for enjoyment, learning and growth and isyour community hub.Locations closest to campus:Cherryhill: 301 Oxford St. W.London Central Library: 251 Dundas St.Sherwood: 1225 Wonderland Rd. N.London Tourismwww.londontourism.caThis website provides information onpublic libraries, community centers, localattractions, restaurants, shopping malls,programs and activities, and sports facilities.Museums and Art Gallerieswww.londontourism.ca/Things-To-Do/Museumsand-GalleriesLondon has many museums including:• Archival Teaching & Research Museum• Banting House National Historic Site• Canadian Medical Hall of Fame• Eldon House• Museum of Ontario Archaeology• London Regional Children’s Museum• Museum Londonwww.museumlondon.ca• Royal Canadian Regiment MuseumOntario Parkswww.ontarioparks.comOntario has an abundance of beautifulprovincial parks that make outstandingday trips (Pinery Provincial Park) as wellas excellent vacations and scenic holidays(Algonquin).Storybook GardensPhone: 519-661-5770www.storybook.london.ca(Located inside Springbank Park)An extremely popular children’s attractionof Southwestern Ontario located in London.Open year-round!Summer Festivalswww.londontourism.ca/EventsLondon offers many excellent summerfestivals including Sunfest, Rock the Park,Home County Music & Art Festival, RibFest, the International Food Festival andmore.STUDENT GUIDE 2012-201331city of london

Dining on campusDining on CampusCampus Meal PlanPhone: 519-661-3957www.mealplan.uwo.ca/online_topup.htmMain Floor UCC (in Centre Spot by Williams)Put money on your Western ONECard and save!The Flex PlanSave 5% on EVERY food purchase, EVERYtime you use your account in any HospitalityServices eatery on campus.The Tax-Exempt PlanSAVE up to 18%! Pay no HST on most foodpurchases in any Hospitality Services eatery oncampus PLUS receive an additional 5% discounton EVERY purchase.Rez Meal PlanIf you live in Residence, your Meal Plan isdivided into two accounts — your Rez $ (taxexempt)and your Flex $ (taxable). You can dinein all main campus Residence Dining Halls aswell as the Campus Eateries using your Rez $.Flex $ can be used to purchase beverages andconfectionery items, for on-campus vending, forhome delivery and for dining out at specific localestablishments.Grad Clubwww.uwo.ca/sogs/gradclubBasement of Middlesex CollegeThe Grad Club has just the right option foryou, whether you’re looking for an energizingbreakfast, a healthy lunch, a late-nightsnack, a delicious spread for your specialevent, a relaxing pint, or even just a cup ofcoffee.Great Hall Cateringwww.greathallcatering.caYour event will be designed specifically foryou by our creative team of award-winningprofessionals, translating any theme throughfood, ambience and decor. We will create theideal menu to enhance the distinctive spiritof your occasion in a friendly, efficient andprofessional manner.Michael’s Dining RoomPhone: 519-661-4080 | Room 3340 Somerville Housewww.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/michaelsBuffet LunchHours of Operation:Monday-Friday: 11:30am-2pmSaturday-Sunday: ClosedClosed in the Summer.The Spoke & Rim Tavern, USCwww.usc.uwo.ca/spoke | Main Floor UCCThe Spoke is conveniently located in theheart of campus on the main floor of theUCC and offers students a great place to relaxwhile on campus. Whether you are comingfor the 100% Fair Trade coffee, CLTs(Chicken, Lettuce and Tomato wraps -delicious!), or Rick McGhie, the Spoke is sureto provide you with good food, great serviceand pricing fit for a student budget.The Wave, USCwww.usc.uwo.ca/wave | Second Floor UCCThe Wave is a wonderful place to eat: great sitdown restaurant meals at a fair price. The Waveis proudly a student-run restaurant and barthat provides space for live theatre and musicalperformances.Windermere Caféwww.windermeremanor.com | Phone: 519-858-5866Hours of Operation:Monday to Friday: 7am-9pmSaturday: 8am-9pm; Sunday: 10am-9pmExperience the intimate yet informalWindermere Café. Enjoy year-round patioservice in our enclosed patio. Open daily forbreakfast, lunch and dinner. WindermereCafé also features Sunday Brunch. View ourmenus online.On Campus and Affiliate Places to Eat**Althouse CollegeBlackboard Cafe• Domino’s Pizza• FRESH 4 U• Van HoutteBrescia• See Brescia sectionEngineeringBy Design• Tim Hortons*Huron• See Huron sectionKing’s• See King’s sectionLabatt Health Sciences• Tim Hortons*Law SchoolChambers• FRESH 4 U• StarbucksMedical Sciences CentreBetween Appointments• FRESH 4 U• Made in Japan• Pita Pit• Tim HortonsNatural Sciences CentreEinstein’s• FRESH 4 U• StarbucksNucleus• Lifestyles• Made in Japan• Mucho Burrito• Pizza Pizza• Tim Hortons*North Campus Building• FRESH 4 U• Tim Hortons*• Van HoutteIvey School of BusinessEnterprise• Domino’s Pizza• FRESH 4 U• StarbucksSocial ScienceEncounters• FRESH 4 U• Starbucks• Tim Hortons*Somerville HouseLucy’s• Bento Sushi• FRESH 4 U• Made in Japan• Pita Pit• Tim HortonsMichael’s Dining Room• Reservationsrecommended:519-661-4080• Michaels@uwo.caSupport Services Building• FRESH 4 U• Tim HortonsTalbot CollegeEncore Cafe• FRESH 4 U• Pizza Pizza• TC’s Grill• Van HoutteThe D.B. Weldon LibraryQuotes• FRESH 4 U• Starbucks• The Perfect ParfaitUCCCentre Spot Food Court• Booster Juice• Crazy Noodle• Extreme Pita• Harvey’s• FRESH 4 U• Ladle’s• Manchu Wok• Pizza Pizza• Salad Bistro• Starbucks• Subway• Tim Hortons* (lower)• Tim Hortons* (upper)• Williams Fresh CafeThe Spoke & Rim TavernThe Wave Restaurant & BarWestern Student RecreationCentre• Freshens Smoothie Co.• FRESH 4 U• Starbucks**Concepts may be subject to change. *Tim Hortons – Full MenuA map of campus eateries can be found at www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/eateries/map_full.htm32 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Environment & Sustainability:Green Initiatives on CampusGet InvolvedWestern students are encouraged to ‘ownthe campus’ while they study here. Thereare opportunities through organizedgroups, such as EnviroWestern, awarenesscampaigns, such as Earth Day, andgreen events and initiatives, such as theSustainability Stakeholders Forum. Be activeand get involved!Here are some examples of initiatives ofenvironmental sustainability on campus:• Earth Hour Participation• Low-flow shower faucets installed inthe residences• New outdoor recycling binsthroughout campus• Battery Recycling• Indoor and Outdoor Composting• Earth Day - Campus Clean up• Electronics Recycling• Residence Garage Sale• 100% Recycled Bathroom Tissue• Eateries Reducing Paper & PackagingAwarenesssustainability.uwo.ca• Western Green Awards• EnviroWestern’s SustainabilityStakeholders Forum• Weekly Green Tips• Weekly Blog• Sustainability Checklist• Western’s Green Awards• Recycling & Energy PostersEnviroweekSee the Campus Events section in this guide.EnviroWesternSee the Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide.EnviroWestern Projectswww.usc.uwo.ca/envirowestern/Projects.htmlGraduate Program(s)Environment & Sustainability• Master of Environment &Sustainability• Collaborative Research ProgramGreen Infrastructurewww.uwo.ca/fmWestern has 1 LEED (Leadership inEnergy and Environmental Design) Building:The Claudette McKay-Lassonde Pavilionand 6 other buildings awaiting LEEDCertification. Take a tour of these innovativeand highly efficient buildings by signing upat: www.uwo.ca/fm/greentours/index.htmlPurple Bikeswww.purplebikes.caEmail: purplebikes.london@gmail.comPurple Bikes makes cycling accessible toLondoners and visitors. Cycling is a quick,fun and healthy way to travel around ourcity. We rent bicycles, lock and helmetincluded, and teach people to fix their ownbicycle at a very low cost.Researchsustainability.uwo.ca/research.html• Centre for Environment andSustainability• The Insurance Research Lab for BetterHomes• Wind Engineering, Energy andEnvironment (WindEEE)• Biotron – Experimental ClimateChange Research Facility• Bioindustrial Innovation Centre• Centre for Building Sustainable Value• Research Network for BusinessSustainabilityStudent Involvementsustainability.uwo.ca/getinvolved.html• SunStang• Environment & Sustainability StudentSociety• Earth Day Colloquium• Centre for Environment andSustainability• Society of Graduate StudentsSustainability CommitteeSustainability Projectssustainability.uwo.caWestern has developed a strong foundationof sustainable projects and continues topursue the latest in environmental protocol.Through eco-focused academic programs,research and campus initiatives, Western iscommitted to investing in the future. Hereare some examples of feature initiatives fromthe past year:• Sustainability Vision and Action Planfor Western• Residence Energy and RecyclingAwareness Event Nights• The installation of water bottle fillingstations (water fountains) in residences• LED Lighting Upgrade on ConcreteBeachTransportationsustainability.uwo.ca• Student Bus Pass• Purple Bikes Program• Dedicated Pedestrian and Bike Routes• Carpooling Program• University Owned Electric and HybridVehicles• Roller BladesUndergraduate Program(s)www.westerncalendar.uwo.caEnvironmental Science, Faculty of Science• Honors Specialization inEnvironmental Science, Major inEnvironmental Science, Specializationin Environmental Science, Minor inEnvironmental ScienceEnvironmental Studies, Faculty of SocialScience• Major in Population Studies, Minor inEnvironment and CultureEnvironmental Engineering, Faculty ofEngineering• Environmental Option within CivilEngineering• The Department of Chemical andBiochemical Engineering, Five-yearconcurrent degree leading to a B.E.Sc.degree in Chemical Engineering and(three year) B.Sc. degree with a Majorin Environmental ScienceGreen Process Engineering UndergraduateProgram, Faculty of Engineering• Upon completing WesternEngineering’s Common First Year,students can apply to the GreenProcess Engineering program. Onceaccepted, students will developthe necessary skills to design greenproducts and processes.Environment &SustainabilitySTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201333

page 10Spring at laSt!BeHindthe scenesthe scholar’s makingconnections conferencepage 12VolunteeRoverseasaffordable internationalopportunities for studentsHealtHy Recipesfor final examsapril 2012page 15Scholar’SelectiVesthrough thementor’s eyesWhat our professorsthink of the programpage 7The Scholarly Scoop magazine is createdand published by the students in theScholar’s Electives program.Past issues available online atwww.success.uwo.ca/scholars/scholars_electives34 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

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Continued from previous pageRefundable FeesStudents may opt out of some fees such asthe health plan and the faculty donation fees.See Student Donation Fee in this section andUSC Health Plan in the Health and Wellnesssection.RefundsThe amount of tuition refunded decreasesincrementally after the first week of classes.To check out the complete refund rateschedule visit www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/refund_schedules.html. These fees must be paidupfront and will be reimbursed if you optout.Senior Citizens BursaryPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg55.htmlCanadian citizens or permanent residents,living in Ontario who are 60 years of age orolder or who will reach the age of 60 duringthe month that their classes commence, andwho are offered admission to, and registerin Senate-approved courses or programs inan undergraduate faculty or in the School ofGraduate and Postdoctoral Studies as a fulltimeor part-time student for credit or audit,may be eligible for a bursary subject to thefollowing conditions:1. Applicants must present proof of age;2. Applicants wishing to seek admissionto a first year program in one of theFaculties of Arts and Humanities, Scienceor Social Science will be required tocomplete only a formaladmission application;3. Applicants seekingadmission to otherundergraduate facultiesmust completean application foradmission andmay be required toprovide additionaldocumentation;4. Applicants seekingadmission to theSchool of Graduateand PostdoctoralStudies must completean applicationfor admission and complete alldocumentation required by that Faculty;5. Applicants seeking credit for previousuniversity work must provide suchdocumentation as required by theAdmissions Office.6. Declared financial need.7. Maximum value of $6,500 per Fall/Winter term for undergrad students and$3,500 per term for grad students.8. Only students registered at main campusand taking courses at main campus areeligible. Students registered at affiliatedUniversity Colleges please check withthe Financial Aid Office at the respectivecollege for available funding.Note: Admission to limited enrollment coursesand programs is competitive. No assurancecan be given to senior citizens that theywill be granted a place in such courses orprograms.For more information, please see the websiteabove.Student Donation Feewww.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg141.htmlFull-time students in certain facultieshave initiated student donations to augmenttuition and activity fees. The allocation of thesedonations is determined by the appropriatestudent group. The amount of the donationmay vary among faculties. The fee, which isincluded on the statement of account, must bepaid in full. If you subsequently wish to opt outof paying this fee, contact the Dean’s Office ofyour faculty before September 30 of the currentacademic year. If you still owed tuition by theend of November, your opt out fee would bededucted from your tuition. If not, an emailwould be sent to you telling you to pick up acheque sometime around the end of November.At the end of February, AdvancementSample Undergraduate Budget 2012-13*On Campus Living at Home (London) Living Off CampusTuition & Fees $6,800 $6,800 $6,800Books & Supplies $1,500 $1,500 $1,500Residence & Food $9,600 $0 $0Rent $600/mth $0 $0 $4,800Food $350/mth $0 $1,400 $2,800Utilities/Cable $100/mth $0 $0 $800Internet/Phone $360 (RezNet) $640 $640Fees & financial aidPersonal $100/mth $800 $800 $800Local Transportation $0 (bus pass included in tuition) $0 (bus pass included in tuition) $0 (bus pass included in tuition)Transportation Home $350 $125 $350Clothing $50/mth $400 $400 $400Entertainment $100/mth $800 $800 $800Laundry $25/mth $200 $0 $200Total $20,810 $12,465 $19,890*All figures are rough estimates and need to be adjusted for the individual student’s particular situation. Based on the 8 month (September – April) academic year.36 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Affiliate students should consult with their University College for more specific detailsServices will issue an officialincome tax receipt to studentswho paid the donation infull. Students can use thisreceipt to claim a credit ontheir income tax returns. Forfurther information, contactthe appropriate Dean’s Officeor Advancement Services orvisit your faculty website (seeImportant Contacts section inthis guide).TaxesPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/tax_receipts.htmlT2202A slipAll T2202As for the years from2000 onwards are available atstudent.uwo.ca for students toview and print. T2202As for 2012will be available by February 28,2013. Students will require theirWestern User ID and passwordor student ID number and AccessCode, to access the information.T4A SlipsAll T4As are mailed to the most recentaddress on file with the Office of the Registrarin February for the previous calendar year. Allrecipients of OGS/OGSST, NSERC and SSHRCthat is paid monthly (i.e. Graduate students)can contact Human Resources 519-661-2194for their T4A form. The Office of the Registrardoes NOT issue these. Graduate studentswho receive NSERC, IPS payments or otherscholarships through the School of Graduateand Postdoctoral Studies will receive their T4Aforms by mail.TuitionPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/index.htmlDeadlines: Undergraduate StudentsFor September, the deadline for first yearstudents is August 1. The deadline for upperyear students is August 15. The secondinstallment is due January 7. For Summer, thedeadline is May 17.Deadlines: Graduate StudentsThe Fall Term tuition deadline is September10. The second installment is due January 8.For Summer, the deadline is May 7.For all of the above, specific deadlines canbe found at www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/index.html.View your account balance and tuitiondeadline at student.uwo.ca In Finances, click onDetailed Statement of Account. Payment can bemade through Internet banking through majorCanadian banks, or by cheque or money orderpayable to the University of Western Ontario. IfSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013you are arranging payment from outside Canadavisit www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/refund_schedules.html.Paying with OSAPIf you wish to pay your tuition fees with yourOSAP loan you must apply for OSAP by June30. If your OSAP entitlement is not sufficientto cover your first installment of tuition fees,you are responsible for paying your differenceby the due date. If you pay in two installments(September and January) with your OSAP youwill be charged the $56.00 deferment charge.Note: OSAP funding is issued in 2 installments,60% in September and the remainder in January.Paying Your Tuition and FeesStudents should check their account balanceonline through student.uwo.ca. A hard copy ofyour fee bill will not be mailed. Tuition fees for2012/13 first-year students are due August 1,2012. They are due August 15 for all upper yearstudents. You must check your account balanceonline.If you have made a payment at the bank oronline and it is not showing…Wait two weeks from the time you madeyour payment. If it has been longer than twoweeks, go back to your bank and trace yourfunds. Keep checking student.uwo.ca to seeif your fees are posted.Fee DefermentStudents using OSAP to pay their tuitionfees and who have an assessment that coversthe first installment fully will be granted anautomatic fee deferral until the funding isavailable in September. The second installmentof tuition will be due in January. Studentsreceiving OSAP funding may wish to payin two installments. Students can avoidthe deferment fee if full tuition is paid bySeptember 30.Avoiding Additional ChargesAvoid late charges by paying the full amountof tuition by the deadline date. Be sure to contactStudent Financial Services if you have anyquestions about fee payment.How to Make a Tuition Fee PaymentPayments for tuition fees can be made viainternet banking through any Canadian bank.Your student number is your account numberfor internet payments. Be sure to pay in advanceof the due date to ensure payment is receivedon time/by the deadline. Students can pay inperson at Student Central located in the WesternStudent Services Building with cheque or debit.Wire transfers for students out of country canbe made. Please visit our Fees area for moreinformation at: www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/refund_schedules.html.Scholarship PaymentFirst-year scholarships are not confirmeduntil after first-year fees are due. Studentsin scholarship contention should pay thefull amount of their tuition fees or their firstinstallment to avoid late payment charges. Whenthe scholarship is confirmed, it will be appliedto your tuition account by September 30. If thisresults in a credit on your account, a cheque willbe issued at the end of October.Work StudySee the Careers & Employment section in this guide.37Fees & financial aid

GRADUATE PROGRAMSGraduate & Professional ProgramsGraduate and ProfessionalSchool Fairwww.success.uwo.ca/careers/workshops__events/fairs__information_sessions.htmlOctober 25, 2012, 11:00am - 3:00pmWestern Student Recreation CentreGraduate and Professional Schoolopportunities are very diverse in today’s world.Educational Recruiters will be promotinggraduate and professional school programsavailable at their institution. There will be awide variety of educational programs available.Graduate SchoolSchool of Graduate & PostdoctoralStudiesRoom: 4180, SSBPhone: 519-661-2102www.grad.uwo.caDeadlines: Applicants are urged to consultwith the graduate program(s) of interest atthe earliest possible date. Many programshave closing dates for acceptance of newstudents that may be six to seven monthsearlier than you might anticipate. Graduateprograms also have their own specificadmission and application requirements asidefrom the general ones, thus it is importantto review all information well in advanceregarding your program of interest.Graduate Services andProfessional DevelopmentAt Western, we recognize that successin today’s careers requires not only a solidacademic foundation, but also a range ofcomplementary professional skills. We areproud to offer our graduate students anarray of professional development servicesand programs to enhance their formaleducation. These professional developmentopportunities allow students to individualizetheir experiences and to create a graduateexperience that best meets their needs andaspirations.360° Graduate Student DevelopmentInitiativeRoom 122, Weldon LibraryPhone: 519-661-0346grad.uwo.ca/360The objective of the 360° GraduateStudent Development Initiative is to providegraduate students with the knowledge,skills and mentoring they need to succeedat each stage of the graduate journey,from coursework through comprehensiveexams, thesis writing and publishing tothe academic and non-academic job searchafter graduation. Workshops, courses andconferences offered as part of the 360°Initiative provide graduate students with, butnot limited to, critical communication, grantwriting, and teaching skills.The programs of the initiativecomplement the disciplinary preparationthat students receive in their programsthrough coursework, research, conferenceparticipation and interaction with facultyand peers. A large number of programsare available to facilitate the transition ofinternational scholars to Canadian academia.Society of Graduate Students (SOGS)Room 260, UCCPhone: 519-661-3394uwo.ca/sogsSOGS is a student-run organizationwhose aim is to provide support for graduatestudents at Western University. SOGSprovides its members with several benefitsand services including health and dentalcoverage, bus passes, financial assistance,and advocacy on behalf of students at theuniversity, local, provincial and nationallevels. SOGS administers academic programsthat promote graduate student research andrecognize the contributions graduate studentsmake as teachers.SOGS also oversees The Grad Club, anot-for-profit organization whose goal is topromote the interests of graduate students.A vibrant pub and restaurant exclusive tograduate students and faculty members,The Grad Club is the perfect place to meetnew people and connect with friends andcolleagues.SGPS Development SeriesRoom 4180, SSBPhone: 519-661-2102grad.uwo.ca/sgps_development_seriesThis extensive workshops series providesa comprehensive suite of support for Westerngraduate students and scholars. The Seriesis divided into three unique streams thatare designed to meet the differing needs ofstakeholders in graduate education. Withinthese streams are workshops, events andprograms that aid our students, postdoctoralscholars and administrators in creatingan academic environment that promotesexcellence, supports growth, and ensures38 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

quality, consistency and accuracyin the administration of ourprograms.Writing Support CentreRoom 4130, WSSPhone: 519-661-3655sdc.uwo.ca/writingThe goal of the WritingSupport Centre is to help youdevelop your skills and realizeyour potential as a writer. Toachieve this goal, the Centreoffers free comprehensivewriting support to students,faculty, postdoctoral scholarsand staff, and all othermembers of the Westerncommunity. Programs andservices include one-on-oneappointment and drop-in services, as wellas workshops and seminars.Graduate students may be particularlyinterested in GradWRITE!, a suite of servicesdeveloped specifically for graduate-levelneeds and offered between September andMarch each academic year.Graduate Teaching AssistantProgrammingRoom 122, Weldon LibraryPhone: 519-661-2111 ext. 80346www.uwo.ca/tsc/graduate_student_programsThe Teaching Support Centre offers a varietyof programs for new TAs embarking on theirteaching careers. Learn about fair gradingpractices, diversity in the classroom, lecturingand giving students feedback on written work.The TA Training Program provides newinstructors with real-time, hands-on teachingexperience in small group microteachingsessions. The Western Certificate in UniversityTeaching and the graduate course on Theoryand Practice of University Teaching (GS 9500)help doctoral students prepare for faculty careers.International TAs will benefit from the Teachingin the Canadian Classroom course, while theAcademic and Professional Communicationworkshops are open to all graduate studentswho want to develop their presentation andnetworking skills.International StudentsInternational Student Support andExchange OpportunitiesRoom 2120, WSSPhone: 519-661-2111 ext. 85908www.iesc.uwo.caInternational students at Western can takeadvantage of the International and ExchangeStudent Centre’s (IESC) offerings—a fullrange of services and programs specificallytailored to meet the needs of internationalstudents and enhance their academic, social,and cultural experience at the University.Information about events and support forgraduate international students can be foundon the IESC website.CultureWorksKing’s University CollegePhone: 519-679-2648culture-works.comThe School of Graduate and PostdoctoralStudies has a partnership with CultureWorks,an English Language training program oncampus. This partnership allows academicallyeligible students interested in pursuing agraduate degree at Western the opportunityto receive a conditional offer of admissionto graduate studies without successfulcompletion of an English language proficiencytest. The condition is that the student must,in lieu of such a test, successfully completethe CultureWorks English language trainingprogram.Continued…GRADUATE PROGRAMSProgramLength ofStudyGraduate Professional ProgramsMinimum Admission AverageJournalism 1 year 70% average over the last 10 coursesCommunication Sciences &Disorders-AudiologyCommunication Sciences& Disorders-Speech-Language PathologyEducationLibrary and InformationScienceOccupational TherapyPhysical Therapy2 years2 yearsminimum 3 TermsFull-Time, or 6-8 TermsPart TimeMinimum ‘B’ average in the 10 full coursesmost recently completed (High B averagewould be considered competitive)Minimum ‘B’ average in the 10 full coursesmost recently completed (High B averagewould be considered competitive)Website for MoreInformationwww.fims.uwo.ca/acad_programs/grad/journalism.htmwww.uwo.ca/fhs/csd/academic_information/admissions.htmlwww.uwo.ca/fhs/csd/academic_information/admissions.htmlDeadline to applyNov. 1 for first considerationJan. 15 deadline to applyJanuary 11, 2013January 11, 201370% average over the last 10 courses www.edu.uwo.ca/graduate February 1, 20131 year 70% average over the last 10 courses2 years2 yearsMinimum ‘B’ average in the 10 full courses mostrecently completed (80% average, 3.5-3.7 GPAto be considered competitive)Minimum ‘A’ average in the 10 full courses mostrecently completedwww.fims.uwo.ca/acad_programs/grad/lis/mlis.htmApply early, program fills up quicklyWinter Admission Oct. 29Summer Admission Feb. 28Fall Admission Jun. 30www.uwo.ca/fhs/ot/programs/msc_ot/ January 11, 2013www.uwo.ca/fhs/pt/programs/mpt/admissions.htmlJanuary 11, 2013STUDENT GUIDE 2012-201339

GRADUATE &PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMSContinued from previous pageTeaching Support Centre - InternationalProgramsRoom 122, Weldon LibraryPhone: 519-661-0346uwo.ca/tsc/graduate_student_programsThe Teaching Support Centre offerscommunication and orientation programs forinternational graduate students at Western.These programs are designed to helpinternational students make the transitionto living in Canada, and they also allowstudents to develop English language skillsfor the classroom.International Teaching Assistant Day is ahalf-day conference held in early September,while the other courses are offered at varioustimes throughout the year. The TSC alsoCertificates and Diplomaswww.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg279.htmlAdmission Deadlines for Diploma andCertificate ProgramsThe admission deadlines for diplomaand certificate programs offered by WesternContinuing Studies will be January 15 orMarch 1. Please visit our website for a list ofprograms and application deadlines.Continuing StudiesPhone: 519-661-3658www.westernu.ca/cstudiesAs the educational bridge between theUniversity and the community, WesternContinuing Studies offers courses andprograms in professional and personaldevelopment, post-degree diploma andcertificate programs, and summer FrenchImmersion courses in Quebec.oversees Communication Strategies forInternational Graduate Students: Survivingand Thriving in Canadian Academia (CSIGS),an e-book primarily for international andnewcomer Canadian graduate studentsto familiarize them with the norms ofcommunication in Canada.Community Legal ServicesRoom 120, Law BuildingPhone: 519-661-3352law.uwo.ca/clsWestern’s Community Legal Services(CLS) offers legal services to assistinternational students with applications forpermanent residency.Immigration Group Information (IGI)sessions are scheduled monthly, andstudents can register via the CLS Scheduler.Professional ProgramsPost-Degree Diploma Programs aretypically one full year in length andlink career-specific skills with the moretheoretical knowledge obtained inundergraduate studies. Courses are taughtby professionals in the field, and hands-onwork placements in most of our programsadd valuable experience to your degree.Certificate programs are designed forpractitioners with a minimum of two yearsexperience in a related field and are designedto help practitioners improve their skillsetwhile attaining a recognized Universitycredential.Standardized testingDAT, Dentistrywww.cda-adc.ca/en/dental_profession/dat/index.aspApplicants to the Dentistry Programmust take the Dental Aptitude Test (DAT)Individual appointments with the lawyer orCLS caseworker can be arranged subsequentto attendance at an information session.CLS Immigration services may also includeassistance in drafting and swearing affidavitsand preparing notarized copies of yourdocuments in preparation for the aboveservices.Information regarding ResidencyClassification can be found online at:www.grad.uwo.ca/current_students/residency.htmStandardized testingGMAT, MBAwww.mba.com/the-gmatDates vary so you will need to make anappointment.administered by the Canadian DentalAssociation. Online registration now open forthe November 2012 and February 2013 DAT.LSAT, Lawwww.lsac.org/jdSaturday, October 6, 2012Saturday, December 1, 2012Saturday, February 9, 2013Students may write the LSAT at Western orFanshawe College.MCAT, Medicineaamc.org/students/applying/mcatLondon Test Center:520 First Street, Bay 1, London, ON N5V 3C6Check website for weekly test dates.ProgramSecond-level entry Professional ProgramsLength ofStudyMinimum Admission AverageWebsite for MoreInformationBusiness Administration 2 years Competitive average is 80% ivey.uwo.ca/HBA January 31, 2013Dentistry 4 years Two best years, at least 80% average each year www.schulich.uwo.ca/dentistry December 1*Deadline to applyEducation 1 year 70%Law3 years Full-time, or 6years extended timeCompetitive average is A-; GPA 3.7 overallMedicine 4 years See requirements on websiteCompressed Time-FrameBScN (Nursing) ProgramSocial Work19 months Minimum 75% on last 10 full course equivalents2 years (program isoffered both full andpart-time)Minimum 70% to be consideredwww.schulich.uwo.ca/admissions/medicine/index.phpwww.uwo.ca/fhs/nursing/UG/compressed_BScN/index.htmlwww.edu.uwo.ca/programs/preserviceeducation/bachelor-education.htmlwww.law.uwo.ca/Prospective/FirstYearAdmissions.htmlwww.kings.uwo.ca/academics/school-of-socialworkDecember 1*November 1September 15 to create accountOctober 15 deadline to applyMarch 1February 1*If December 1 falls on a weekend or holiday, then the deadline date will be decided by the Association ofEducation Registrar’s of OntarioWestern also offers many other graduate programs in a full range of academic disciplines. Professional graduate programs require completionof a degree. For a complete list of programs visit the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies: www.grad.uwo.ca. For specific programrequirements, please reference the academic calendar.40 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

GraduationAlumni Westernwww.alumni.uwo.caBelieve us when we say there’s nobetter school to graduate from thanWestern University. From the moment youchose Western, you joined a tradition ofachievement created by more than a quarterof a million talented alumni worldwide. Youare connected because you share somethingin common—your Western network.Congratulations Class of 2013!Change of AddressPhone: 519-661-2100student.uwo.caSee the Student Central section in this guide.Convocation DVDPhone: 519-661-2100www.convocation.uwo.ca/ConvocationDVD.pdfTo order a DVD copy of your convocationceremony for 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, or2012, go to www.convocation.uwo.ca. DVDcosts are $20 for each ceremony DVD plusmailing charges. DVDs will be available 4-6weeks after the Convocation date. They mayalso be ordered in-person at Student Central.Convocation ReceptionsWestern’s Alumni Association invitesgraduates and their guests to join them forrefreshments following your convocationceremony. www.alumni.uwo.caDiplomaswww.convocation.uwo.caDiplomas are retained in the Office of theRegistrar for two years after Convocation. Ifa student did not attend Convocation, yourdiploma can be picked up in person beginning3 business days after your convocationceremony from Student Central, Room 1120Western Student Services Building. See theStudent Central section for more information.Gownsconvocation.uwo.ca under ‘checklist’www.bookstore.uwo.ca/convocationGraduates can pre-order their regaliarental from www.bookstore.uwo.ca/convocation. The cost to pre-order online is$45, day of onsite rental is $60.The regalia can be picked up themorning of your convocation ceremony fromBook Store Extras, room 35, UCC.Graduating Awards andMedalswww.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/schol/medals.pdfSee the Excellence and High Achievement section inthis guide.GraduationPhone: 519-661-2100www.convocation.uwo.caHow to apply?Undergraduate students must apply tograduate on the Student Center website:student.uwo.ca. Once you login, from the‘Menu’ select ‘Self Service’ then ‘Graduation’ –‘Apply for Graduation’ – Please follow the onscreen instructions.• Applications to graduate at SpringConvocation open in early February.Deadline: March 15• Applications to graduate at AutumnConvocation open in early July.Deadline: September 8• Applications to graduate at the FebruaryIn Absentia Convocation open inDecember. Deadline: January 22Graduate students must apply to graduateduring the term in which they intend tocomplete the requirements of their degree.Accessibility Services and Studentsor Guests with a DisabilityCandidates with disabilities who requirespecial arrangements for crossing the stage(e.g., wheelchair access to stage, assistancewalking across stage) are asked to contact theMarshal of Convocation, c/o ConvocationBoard of Senate, Room 4101, Stevenson Hall(519-661-2055), before June 1 for Spring andOctober 8 for Autumn, or email nmartine@uwo.ca with the subject line: GraduationAccessibility. Regular tickets must beexchanged for reserved tickets. Extra reservedtickets will not be issued.Arrangements for guests (e.g., sign-languageinterpreters) must be made by contacting theConvocation Secretary at 519-661-2055 priorto June 1 for Spring or October 8 for Autumn.Extra TicketsIf extra tickets become available for theSpring ceremonies, they will be released tothe Dean’s Offices, Faculties, or Departments.Students should checkwith their Faculty tosee if extra tickets areavailable and how torequest them.For Autumnconvocation, call theHelpline to requestextra tickets afterOctober 1 at519-661-2100.Mailing AddressPlease confirm thatyour mailing address iscorrect on the StudentServices website bySeptember 8 for theAutumn (October)Ceremony and byMarch 15 for the Spring (June) Ceremony. Theaddress posted by this date is where we will sendany Convocation material.How do I cancel my convocation?Inability to attend your convocationceremony is not a valid reason to cancelyour graduation application. If you haveapplied to graduate but will not be able toattend your convocation ceremony, you mayparticipate in a future ceremony (e.g. thosewho cannot attend in June may wish to bea part of the Autumn convocation). If youwish to participate in a future ceremony,please call 519-661-2100 and ask to be a‘walk-on’.If you are an undergraduate studentwho has applied to graduate and wish tocancel your application, please go to StudentCentral, Room 1120 Western StudentService building and fill out a GraduationCancellation form. Graduate students shouldcontact their graduate program. The deadlineto cancel your graduation application for theSpring Convocation is May 1. The deadlineto cancel your graduation application for theAutumn Convocation is October 1.Graduation Requirementswww.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg123.htmlLast LectureSee the Campus Events section in this guide.Six Degreeswww.alumni.uwo.ca/get-involved/six-degreesSix Degrees is Western’s premier socialnetwork for young professional alumni basedon the theory of six degrees of separation.Through exclusive event series, Western’sAlumni Association creates new experiencesand new connections for young professionalalumni. Who are you connected to?Picking up your DiplomaSee Diplomas in this section in this guide.GRADUATIONSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201341

HEALTH & WELLNESSHealth & WellnessCampus RecreationSee the Sports & Recreation section in this guide.Dental ClinicFor emergency care: 519-661-3331For an appointment: 519-661-3326University of Western Ontario studentscan receive dental treatment at the SchulichDental Clinic conveniently located on campus.The Dental Clinic provides a wide range ofemergency, preventive and restorative servicesat a reasonable cost.Eating Disorderswww.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/nutrition/eating_disorders.htmwww.sds.uwo.ca/psych/index.html?eating_dThere are services on campus for studentsstruggling with eating problems. PsychologicalServices at SDC can provide an assessmentof current difficulties. During most of theacademic year, an assessment will be offeredto you within one week of your contactwith us. If appropriate, we will also offeryou psychotherapy for your eating issues.The waiting time for therapy varies greatlydepending upon the time of year. All studentswill also be provided referrals.The following services are available to helpyou with your eating problems:• Student Health Services (Medical andpsychiatric evaluation and treatment)• USC Nutritionist• www.hopesgarden.org (information andsupport for individuals and their familiesand friends).Food Support Service, USCEmail: usc.food.support@uwo.cawww.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=50For more information, see the Services toHelp You Succeed section in this guide.Health PlanSee USC Health Plan and UHIP in this section.Rapid HIV Testingwww.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=80The University Students’ Council willbe providing free anonymous Rapid HIVTesting for all students. This service is beingoffered on an anonymous appointment basis- please email usc.hiv.testing@uwo.ca foran appointment. The testing is offered andfacilitated by the Options Clinic of London.HospitalsChild and Parent Resource Institute (CPRI)..................519-858-2774London Health Sciences Centre .................................519-685-8500Children’s Hospital of Western Ontario .......................519-685-8500University Campus ....................................................519-685-8500Victoria Campus (South Street & Westminster Sites) ..........519-685-8500St. Joseph’s Health Centre ........................................519-646-6100Thames Valley Children’s Centre ...............................519-685-8700Medical Note Policywww.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/appeals/accommodation_medical.pdfA Western Student Medical Certificate(SMC) is required when a student visitsan off-campus physician and is requestingacademic accommodation. This documentationshould be obtained at the time of the initialconsultation with the physician or walk-inclinic. An SMC can be downloaded fromthe Medical Documentation heading atstudentservices.uwo.ca. Students obtainingdocumentation from Student Health Servicesshould sign a “release of information.” Thisform authorizes Student Health Services toprovide information to the student’s homeFaculty.Mental Health @ Westernwww.uwo.ca/uwocom/mentalhealthWestern has a number of services andresources that can assist students in managingstress and mental health concerns. We wantthe entire community to be aware of whereto get mental health information and supportin a timely fashion. The above site directs youto mental health services and informationavailable on campus.Ontario Health Insurance Plan(OHIP)www.health.gov.on.ca/en/public/programs/ohip/A resident of Ontario must have a healthcard to show that he or she is entitled to healthcare services paid for by OHIP. The Ministryof Health and Long-Term Care pays for a widerange of services. Most of your Ontario healthbenefits are covered across Canada. For moreinformation, or how to replace your card, visitthe website.Psychological ServicesPhone: 519-661-3031www.sdc.uwo.ca/psychWestern’s Student DevelopmentCentre provides professional, confidentialpsychological services free of charge toall Western students. We offer individualcounseling and group workshops for a widerange of concerns faced by students such asstress, depression/anxiety, decision-makingissues, sexuality, sexual assault, self-esteemissues, abuse issues, eating disorders, traumaticevents, family problems, grief and loss,disability issues, relationship issues, adjustmentissues, loneliness, violence in relationships,body image issues, procrastination, LGBTTQ2issues, and social anxiety.Registered DietitianPhone: 519-645-1620Email: noelle@rdservices.cawww.usc.uwo.ca/nutritionistThe University Students’ Council has aconsulting dietitian, to work with students atWestern, and help them reach their optimalnutritional status.Services for Western studentsOne on one counselling; dietary intakeanalysis; grocery store tours; recipe analysis;sample menus and recipes; group seminars andcooking classes.Student Health ServicesPhone: 519-661-3030www.shs.uwo.cawww.facebook.com/UWOshswww.twitter.com/westernSHSOpen Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30 pmRoom 11 UCC (lower level)Student Health Services provides oncampushealth care and counselling to allregistered part-time and full-time students atWestern and Affiliated University Colleges.The clinic is a full service medical clinic42 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

that offers birth control information, allergyinjections, immunization, and sexuallytransmitted infection testing. In addition,on-site counselling, massage therapy,physiotherapy and laboratory services areavailable.Our website provides detailedinformation about these services, healthrelated resources and assessing your healthand well-being.Counselling at Health ServicesStudent Health Services offers freeindividual counselling to all registeredstudents. We have a multidisciplinary teamof psychiatrists, psychotherapists and socialworkers who work with the varying needsof students. Counselling is available yearround. Maturing and growing emotionallycan be a difficult process. We’re here to helpyou find solutions during these stressfultimes. Don’t let your medical or emotionalconcerns affect your acdemic success or wellbeing.For information on counselling servicesor to book an appointment, please email usat shscns@uwo.ca or call 519-661-3771 tomake an appointment.New for 2012: USC Dental PlanStarting this fall, students will have Dental Coverage through the USCHealth Plan.The cost, which is included in the ancillary fee, is $114 (for 12month coverage. Students are able to add their family (spouse and/ordependants) for an additional fee of $171.Students with or without dental coverage can opt-out of the dentalplan during the first 30 days of September and then be refunded the $114(which must be paid at the time tuition is due.)Dental benefit provides coverage for:100% diagnostic and preventative services80% fillings and minor restorative80% anesthesia80% peridontal scaling80% removal of impacted wisdom teeth10% root canal treatment10% periodontics (other than scaling)$750 annual maximumUHIPPhone: 519-661-2194www.uhip.caHuman Resources, Support Services Building, Level 5The University Health Insurance Plan(UHIP) was created to offer affordableinsurance to pay the cost of the hospital andmedical services international students andtheir families might need to maintain theirhealth while at a participating University inOntario. Enrolment in the UHIP coverage ismandatory for all international students andthe fee is included in the year’s tuition. Theplan covers most of what OHIP (OntarioHealth Insurance Plan) covers, as well costsusually covered by an extended health careplan.Students have 30 days from the dateof your dependents’ arrival in Canada toenrol them in UHIP. If they miss this date,dependents are subject to a $500 late feeand are back dated to their date of arrival inCanada.Non-resident Canadian Studentsmust to enrol in UHIP until they areeligible for OHIP. Please contact the UHIPAdministrator at hr-communication@uwo.ca.Where do I print my UHIP card?You will receive an email sent to yourWestern account directing you to login toa website. Any questions can be emailed tothe UHIP Administrator athr-communication@uwo.ca.For more information about UHIP, pleasevisit www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/services/index.html?uhipUSC Health PlanPhone: 519-661-3722www.studentbenefits.caAll full-time undergrads are automaticallyenrolled in the USC Extended Benefit HealthPlan, and are assessed a fee of $113.75 forthis plan upon registration. The Plan iseffective from September 1 to August 31each year, and offers benefits specificallydesigned for student needs.Students who are covered under anequivalent extended benefit health care plan(in addition to your standard provincialcoverage) may choose to “opt-out” of theUSC plan. These fees must be paid upfrontand will be reimbursed if you opt out.The opt-out deadline forUndergraduate Students is September 30,2012. Visit the website for more details.HEALTH & WELLNESSSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201343

HousingDivision of Housing & Ancillary ServicesRoom 102, Elgin HallBed & BreakfastPhone: 519-661-3476 | Toll free: 1-888-661-3545www.stayatwestern.caLocated in Elgin Hall, Western Bed &Breakfast offers convenient and affordablesuite-style accommodation during the summermonths. For more information, or to make areservation, please visit our website.Housing OptionsPhone: 519-661-3547www.uwo.ca/hfs/housingUniversity Apartments: GlenmoreApartmentswww.has.uwo.ca/housing/glenmoreThe University Apartments consist of twocomplexes located adjacent to Western. Whycommute to campus when you can enjoythe benefits of on campus living along with acommunity of fellow students? Both complexesfeature Community Development Coordinatorswho organize activities to engage tenantsthroughout the year. If you are an upper-yearor graduate student, the Glenmore Apartmentsare an ideal accommodation option. Both oneand two bedroom apartments are available andinclude all utilities. Furnished units are alsoavailable.Family Accommodations: Platt’s LaneEstateswww.has.uwo.ca/housing/plattslaneIf you are a graduate student or a studentwith a family, then Platt’s Lane Estates is foryou. Consisting of low-rise walk up apartmentsand townhouses on a park-like setting ofnearly 20 acres, Platt’s Lane features on siteplaygrounds and close proximity to an excellentelementary school and daycare facilities. Inaddition, you will appreciate that campus is justa short walk away. It’s not easy relocating yourfamily as you pursue your academic studies,and at Platt’s Lane, we can help.Off-Campuswww.offcampus.uwo.caThe majority of Western’s students live offcampus, and form a vital componentof the London community. Londonis a beautiful city which offers a widevariety of accommodations.For students seekingaccommodation in the City, Westernprovides an Off-Campus HousingService. This office maintains listingsof housing available throughout the Cityof London, and can be found on our website.Residencewww.residenceatwestern.caResidences at Western University are someof the best in the country. In fact, the Globe &Mail’s student satisfaction survey has placedWestern’s residences number one, for the pastten consecutive years.We are very proud of the residence facilitiesat Western and have designed our website togive you all the information you need aboutresidence accommodation. Our residence lifeprogramming is geared toward helping youachieve your academic goals while creatingan atmosphere of community and personalgrowth. We strive to assist you in attainingvaluable leadership and employability skills byproviding countless personal and professionaldevelopment opportunities.Safety and security are extremely importantto us; day or night, someone is just a phonecall away. The support of residence staffcomplements the numerous safety benefits ofon-campus living, and contributes to your bestpossible residence experience!RezNetPhone: 519-661-4225Email: reznet@uwo.careznet.uwo.caRezNet, or Residence Network, providescampus wide network connectivity andinternet access to all residences at Western.RezNet enhances your learning experience byproviding access to numerous online academicresources. With a 98% subscription rate, moststudents find RezNet to be a valuable tool fortheir academic and web browsing needs.ResidencesAlumni House:Western University1151 Richmond StreetLondon, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B9Business Phone: 519-661-3814Delaware Hall:Western University1151 Richmond StreetLondon, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B9Business Phone: 519-661-3259Elgin Hall:Western University1151 Richmond StreetLondon, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B9Business Phone: 519-661-4268Essex Hall:1200 Western RoadLondon, Ontario, Canada N6G 5E3Business Phone: 519-661-4240London Hall:1140 Western RoadLondon, Ontario, Canada N6G 0A3Business Phone: 519-661-3377Medway-Sydenham Hall:Western University1151 Richmond StreetLondon, Ontario, Canada N6A 5B9Business Phone: 519-661-3983Perth Hall:1125 Western RoadLondon, Ontario, Canada N6G 5K8Business Phone: 519-661-3510HOUSINGSaugeen-Maitland Hall:289 Windermere RoadLondon, Ontario, Canada N6G 2J8Business Phone: 519-661-217844 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

International ExperienceAlumni Westernwww.alumni.uwo.caOur volunteer-driven branch and chapternetwork can help you transition from studentto young professional during the summerbreak and after graduation. Branches aroundthe world offer informative and entertainingevents that bring students and alumni of all agestogether for social interaction and professionaldevelopment. Attend an event, get involvedwith a branch in your city.English Conversation Programwww.iesc.uwo.ca/ecpPhone: 519-661-2111 ext. 85908Practice your spoken English! ConversationCircles and Groups are offered throughoutthe year to help improve spoken Englishskills, to enhance confidence when speakingconversational English, to increase knowledgeof Canadian culture and to provide theopportunity to meet people from all over theworld. This program is open to internationalstudents and their spouses or partners.Registration takes place at the beginning of eachacademic term.Events for InternationalStudentswww.iesc.uwo.ca/eventsPhone: 519-661-2111 ext. 85908The International and Exchange StudentCentre offers many exciting events throughoutthe year for all international students(undergraduate, graduate, and exchange) andtheir families. Group trips to Niagara Falls andToronto are a great opportunity for studentswho want to explore Canada and learn moreabout their new surroundings. Many socialevents are also planned for each term, includinggroup potlucks and outings to local events andattractions. IESC hosts regular gatherings atthe International and Exchange Student Centreas well. For information about Global Café,International Peer Connect, Tea and InformationSessions for Spouses and Partners ofInternational Students, and other events, pleasevisit our website www.iesc.uwo.ca/eventsFinancial Support forInternational LearningWestern offers a variety of scholarshipsand awards to support students whoparticipate in international learningexperiences. A list of awards related toexchange can be found on our website atwww.international.uwo.ca/learningThe Awards Search feature on theRegistrar’s website is also a great resource tofind funding specific to your faculty or areaof interest. https://studentservices.uwo.ca/secure/Awards/main.cfmIn 2011-12 Western created theGlobal Opportunities Awards, to supportstudents engaging in international learningexperiences and encourage all studentsto become globally minded citizens.Through this program Western distributed$200,000 to students going on internationalexchanges, field study courses, servicelearning and research internships. Visit www.international.uwo.ca/globalop for detailson the 2012-13 application process anddeadlines.Global Caféwww.iesc.uwo.ca/eventsAll Western students are welcome to attendweekly drop-in coffee gatherings at the DavidS.H. Chu International Student Centre (WSS2120). IESC’s Global Café is offered everyThursday afternoon from 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmand is a great place to meet new friends fromaround the world!International ExchangeProgramPhone: 519-661–2111 ext. 85196Email: exchange@uwo.cawww.international.uwo.ca/exchangeHave you ever wanted to study in Scotland,Denmark or Finland? How about Australia,France or Hong Kong? These are just some ofthe possible exchange locations students canexperience during their time at Western. TheInternational Exchange Program offers you anextension of in-class learning that will cultivatepersonal growth. Going on exchange affordsstudents the opportunity to apply your learningin a new academic setting and expand yourhorizons on many levels. Western is committedto internationalization and encourages allstudents to become global citizens.Important facts about the program:• Exchanges are available to more than 25countries• Pay your tuition to Western, rather thanpaying international fees• Bursaries and scholarships are available toqualified applicants• Choose from one term or year-longexchanges• Improve your second-language skills• Courses count towards your degree• Experience another culture first-hand whileadvancing in your studiesInternational Experiences &Opportunities at WesternWestern offers a wide range of differentinternational opportunities to students, includingvarious overseas volunteering, academic exchangeand study abroad experiences. Students can alsovolunteer on campus with Western’s internationalcommunity or get involved with one of the globalissues clubs, NGOs or cultural clubs on campus.Possible volunteer programs includeAlternative Spring Break, International PeerGuide, International Income Tax Preperationleaders, and more.For more information, visitwww.international.uwo.ca or see the Volunteerand Clubs section in this guide.International Peer Connectionwww.iesc.uwo.ca/peerThe International Peer Connection (IPC)program connects new international studentswith Peer Guides who are current Westernstudents. The program offers information,friendly support, involvement in Westernactivities and a link to Western services andthe larger London community. It providesinternational students with meaningful contactto help them feel comfortable in their newenvironment and make the most out of theirexperience at Western.To sign up to have a Peer Guide, pick up andcomplete the IPC registration form available atthe International and Exchange Student Centre,Room 2120, WSS or online: www.iesc.uwo.ca/peer.Continued…INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCESTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201345

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCEContinued from previous pageInternational and ExchangeStudent CentrePhone: 519-661-2111 ext. 85908www.iesc.uwo.caEmail: iesc@uwo.cawww.facebook.com/uwo.internationalTwitter: @IESCatUWOThe International and Exchange StudentCentre (IESC) offers year-round programmingand events for international and exchangestudents at Western. International graduate,undergraduate and exchange students canalso visit the centre for individual assistanceregarding a variety of issues includingimmigration and work regulations, financial,cultural, and personal issues. IESC also offers:• Reception and Orientation Services• International Peer Connection Program• English Conversation Program• Porch Light Program• Income Tax Clinic for InternationalStudents• Emergency Loan and Bursary Program• Information Sessions including the“Canada Eh?! Transitioning to CanadaSeries”• Online Assistance• A comfortable lounge area (WSS, 2130)For more information about Internationaland Exchange Student Centre programs andservices, please visit www.iesc.uwo.ca.International Student HandbookInternational Students, make sure topick up your full-length paper copy of theInternational Student Handbook when youarrive in Canada at the International andExchange Student Centre (Room 2120, WSS).This handbook includes information that youwill find helpful during your stay in Canada.For example, there is information on where tobuy inexpensive furniture, where to buy food(including food from your home country),details on health care, cultural adjustment,reporting income tax, and immigrationdocuments (such as Study Permits, WorkPermits, and Visas) and a directory of differentresources at Western and in London.International Graduate StudentSupportIn addition to the International andExchange Student Centre’s resources, thereare a number of other programs and servicesat Western that cater specifically to graduateinternational students.These include:School of Graduate and Postdoctoral StudiesRoom 4180, SSBPhone: 519-661-2102www.grad.uwo.caSGPS has a partnership with CultureWorks, an English Language training programon campus where students can complete thecourse in lieu of taking an English languageproficiency test. They also offer a numberof communication and orientation programsthrough the Teaching Support Centre. Moreinformation about these programs can be foundat: www.grad.uwo.ca/current_students/international_support.htmThey also offer a number of workshopsgeared specifically to international graduatestudents. A full list of available workshops can befound at: www.uwo.ca/tsc/graduate_student_programs/international_student_programsThe Society of Graduate Students (SOGS)Room 260, UCCPhone: 519-661-3394www.uwo.ca/sogsActing as the student council for all graduatestudents at Western, SOGS offers additionalsupport, events and programs specifically forgraduate students. The SOGS InternationalStudent Issues Committee (IGSIC) is alsocommitted to providing support and eventsspecifically for international graduate studentsMore information can be found at: www.uwo.ca/sogs/InternationalInternational Student WorkOpportunities Program (ISWOP)ISWOP is an on-campus work studyprogram for full-time internationalundergraduate (main campus degree) students.To be eligible for paid part-time employmenton campus, international students must: havea valid study permit, demonstrate financialneed, be in good academic standing, and havecompleted at least two full semesters of studyat Western. Applications will be availablein September for Fall/Winter and April forSummer.Trois-Pistoles FrenchImmersion SchoolPhone: 519-661-3637www.uwo.ca/cstudies/tpWestern University’s Trois-Pistoles FrenchImmersion School attracts participants fromall over Canada, the United States, LatinAmerica, and other parts of the world, whowish to upgrade their education or pursue aprofessional or personal goal. The Trois-PistolesFrench Immersion School offers its clients anexperience of a lifetime: a complete immersionenvironment, so that they not only learn French,but live the language and the culture. Explorebursaries available to eligible students.UHIPSee the Health and Wellness section in this guide.Interested in applying for an exchange?Here’s a brief guideline on how to begin the process:1. Attend an information sessionThese hour-long sessions will provide an overview of the exchange program, application process,requirements and deadlines. Sessions are held throughout October and November – visitwww.international.uwo.ca/exchange for details.2. Select a destinationWestern has partnerships and agreements with more than 80 universities around the world.Students are asked to submit three suitable exchange university partners on their application.3. Make sure you are eligibleStudents usually apply for an exchange program in their second year, and take part in theirthird year. Eligibility is based on academic achievement and your suitability as an ambassadorfor Western. Students are typically required to have an average of 70% or above and be in goodacademic standing.4. Talk to an International Exchange CoordinatorBeginning in October, the coordinators will hold regular drop in hours, every Tuesday and Thursdayfrom 2 pm to 4 pm5. Talk to past exchange studentsHear about the experience of past Western students who went on exchange. Visit our website tocontact students who went to your preferred partner universities.6. Check the deadline to submit your applicationDecember 3, 2012 deadline for fall, winter and full-year exchanges for the following programs andcountries:• St Andrews• Australia / New Zealand• Killam Fellowship• Ontario Rhone-Alpes Program• Ontario Maharashtra-Goa Program • Ontario Jiangsu Program• Ontario Baden-Wurttemberg programJanuary 14, 2013 is the deadline for fall, winter and full-year exchanges to all other programs and countries.March 29, 2013 deadline for second round applications (winter term exchanges only).*Ivey and Law students should consult their faculty for specific sessions, deadlines and applications processes.46 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

LeadershipBoard of GovernorsMeetings: The following meetings ofthe BOG are held at 1pm in Room 4155,Stevenson Hall unless otherwise noted. Timesand Dates are subject to change.September 25 (Tuesday)*, 2012November 22, 2012January 31, 2013April 25, 2013June 20, 2013September 24, 2013November 21, 2013Leadership and MentorshipProgram (LAMP)Phone: 519-661-3559lamp.uwo.caRoom 251, UCCThe Leadership and Mentorship Programis designed both to help students learnleadership skills, and also to mentor first-yearstudents to be successful in university. LAMPat Western is part of the University’s efforts toprovide first-year students with a strong senseof both academic and peer support. First-yearstudents are guided through their first year ofUniversity life by upper year students in similarfields of academic interest and study. Youwill be connected with a supportive learningcommunity to enhance your academic success.The benefits of LAMP include the opportunityto build relationships and connections withpeople who share your academic and careerinterests, having an experienced student toanswer questions and help you access themany resources on campus, and enjoyingsocial interactions with people who share yourinterests. A program of The Student SuccessCentre.Leadership Education ProgramPhone: 519-661-3559www.success.uwo.ca/leadership/leadership_education_program/index.htmlLEP is a free program providing Westernundergrads with the opportunity to gaina wealth of knowledge that will helpthem become truly effective leaders. LEPis delivered via 14 modules divided intothree tiers. The seven modules of tier one(Individual Leadership) focus on the skillsthe individual needs to be an effective leaderwith topics such as communication, publicspeaking, self management, and campusinvolvement. The seven modules of tiertwo (Group Leadership) focus on the skillsa leader needs to effectively facilitate groupprocesses with topics like team building,facilitation, and conflict management. Tierthree is a service learning placement in anorganization of the student’s choice andis built upon the foundation of the earliertiers while collaborating with teams andmaking an impact in the London community.Successful completion of at least five modulesfrom a tier will be recognized with a Letterof Accomplishment in Individual Leadership(Tier One), Group Leadership (Tier Two), orCommunity Leadership (Tier Three) signedby the President of Western University. Aprogram of The Student Success Centre.SenateMeetings: The following meetings of the Senateare to be held on Fridays at 1:30pm in Room1R40 of the Richard Ivey School of Business.Times and Dates are subject to change.September 21, 2012October 21, 2012November 18, 2012December 9, 2012January 25, 2013February 15, 2013March 22, 2013April 12, 2013May 10, 2013June 7, 2013Society of Off-CampusStudents (SOCS)Phone: 519-661-3559Email: socs@uwo.casocs.uwo.caThe Society of Off-Campus Students providesfirst-year students living off-campus withimportant links to university life at Westernthrough support, mentorship and regular contact.SOCS aids in the transition of off-campus firstyearstudents by facilitating academic, social andpersonal growth in a positive manner. Studentsinterested in signing up for SOCS should checkout the website. For any questions about the Off-Campus Orientation Week activities, or questionsabout year-long SOCS programming or howto apply as an upper-year leader, email us. Aprogram of The Student Success Centre.STEP: StudentTransitionalExecutiveProgramwww.uscstep.caThe StudentTransitional ExecutiveProgram is a series ofseminars presented bycommunity leaders andWestern faculty experts.Learn more about topicssuch as women’s issues,mental health, businessethics, environmental issues,poverty and homelessness inthe work place, and also gainvaluable skills and informationfor future employment. A cocurriculartranscript will beissued upon completion.Student Electionswww.uwo.ca/univsecStudent elections are an exciting time ofyear. If you think you have some great ideasof how to improve Western, take a chanceand toss your hat in the ring. Nominationforms for both Faculty and USC positions areavailable online at www.voteusc.ca.See www.uwo.ca/univsec for deadlinesfor Board of Governors and Senate (AcademicConstituencies only) positions. Senatenomination forms are at www.uwo.ca/univsec. BOG nomination forms are availableat www.uwo.ca/univsec/board/spres9.pdfSeptember 2012Monday 24: USC Fall Elections -Nominations Open - www.voteusc.caOctober 2012Wednesday 10: USC Fall Elections -Campaign Period OpensTuesday 24 and Wednesday 25: USC FallElections - VOTE! - www.voteusc.caJanuary 2013Monday 7: USC Spring Elections -Nominations Open - www.voteusc.caTuesday 29: USC Spring Elections -Campaign Period OpensFebruary 2013Tuesday 12 and Wednesday 13: USC SpringElections - VOTE! - www.voteusc.caUniversity Students’ CouncilSee the Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide.VolunteerSee the Volunteer & Clubs section in this guide.leadershipSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201347

LIBRARIES &COMPUTER ACCESSLibraries & Computer AccessWestern Librarieswww.lib.uwo.caWestern Libraries features seven locationson main campus that provide access to:physical collections, individual and groupstudy space, printing and photocopyingfacilities, Sun Ray terminals, PCs and wirelessaccess for online use of library resources.The Western Libraries website (www.lib.uwo.ca) provides an easy way to search anddiscover Western Libraries’ expansive onlinecollections. In person or online you will alsofind friendly, helpful staff available who areexperienced assisting students with all kinds ofinformation needs.Hours of Operation:Individual Western Libraries locations areposted on the library website.Taylor Library (Engineering, Science, HealthSciences and Schulich School of Medicine& Dentistry) and Weldon Library (Arts &Humanities, Information and Media Studiesand Social Science) are the largest librarieson campus and through the school year aretypically open between 8:30am and 11pmMonday to Friday, and offer weekend hours(usually between 10am-11pm). Through theexam period Taylor is open until 2am, andWeldon is open 24 hours.Professional libraries on campus include theC.B. “Bud” Johnston Library (Business),Education Library, John & Dosta BitoveFamily Law Library and Music Library.Hours vary for each location but most areopen between 9am-10pm, Monday to Fridayand offer some weekend hours.Western Libraries provides map and datasupport through the Map & Data Centre,located in the Social Science Centre, room1051. Western Libraries is also home to theArchives and Research Collections Centre.The ARCC provides access to archival andspecial collections materials on a variety oftopics of interest to researchers.Email Activationhttps://idm.uwo.ca/uwo/activate/activateAccountController.jspTo activate your email account, go to thewebsite above and enter your 4-digit AccessCode (formerly PIN) and 9-digit studentnumber into the form that will appear.General Student ComputingLabsThese labs are for general Universityinstructional use. When the labs are notreserved for classes, they may be used by anyWestern student on a drop-in basis.Locations:• HSB13, HSB14 & HSB16 – HealthSciences Building, rooms 13, 14, and 16• NCB 105 – North Campus Building,room 105• SH 1310 – Somerville House, room 1310(lower level)• SSC 1000, 1012 1032 – Social ScienceCentreWestern Libraries Mobilewww.m.lib.uwo.caVisit the Western Libraries website on yourmobile device to get the information you needwhile on-the-go. Check hours of operationsand contact information, browse the catalogue,or book a study space directly from yourphone. You can also check your accountinformation through the site.OWL (powered by Sakai)owl.uwo.caOWL is an academic website where youcan check your grades, see an online copy ofyour course syllabus, or view lecture slides,and is used by some professors as a toolfor distributing course assignments. Afterlogging in with your Western username andpassword, your home page will display allyour registered courses. The former vendor(WebCT) support will be discontinued as ofJanuary 2013.Western WirelessAccess to Western Wirelessis only available to students,faculty, staff and visitors of theUniversity who have a validWEI - Western ElectronicIdentity. Faculty, staff andstudents can find moreinformation about theirelectronic identity on thePersonal Computer AccountFAQ page atwireless.uwo.caLibrariesArchives and ResearchCollections Centre:D.B. Weldon Library, 1st floorC.B. “Bud” Johnston Library(Business):Rm. 2B15, the Richard Ivey School of BusinessPhone: 519-661-3941Education Library:Rm 1050, Althouse CollegePhone: 519-661-3172John & Dotsa Bitove FamilyLaw Library:Rm 219, Josephine Spencer Niblett Law BuildingPhone: 519-661-3171Music Library:Rm 234, Talbot CollegePhone: 519-661-3913Allyn & Betty Taylor Library:Main Floor, Natural Sciences CentrePhone: 519-661-3167The D.B. Weldon Library:Western UniversityPhone: 519-661-3162Beryl Ivey Library (Brescia):Brescia University College, 1285 Western RoadPhone: 519-432-8353 x28250Cardinal Carter Library:King’s University College, 266 Epworth Ave.Phone: 519-422-3491 x4537Huron University CollegeLibrary:Huron University College, 1349 Western RoadPhone: 519-438-7224 x213A.P. Maloney Library:St. Peter’s Seminary1040 Waterloo Street NorthPhone: 519-432-1824More than three million users passthrough the doors of WesternLibraries each year.48 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Media on Campus94.9 CHRW - RadioWestern, USCRequest Line: 519-661-3600Office: 519-661-3601www.chrwradio.comStudents host music shows, call liveMustang football, hockey and basketballgames, develop spoken word shows, interviewnewsmakers, record bands, and more! 94.9CHRW won the Canadian Music IndustryCampus Radio Station Award in 1995 and2001 and the 2000 Fred Sgambati Awardfor University Sports Coverage—the onlycampus station to do so. Follow a proudtradition of student radio. Check the websiteto get involved, look us up on facebook.com/chrwradio or drop by Room 250 in the UCC.Big Purple Couchwww.bigpurplecouch.caThe USC’s live talk show, the Big PurpleCouch, is your source for updates on whatis happening with your University Students’Council around campus. Run completelyby students and broadcasted on CHRW andRogers Television London, BPC highlightscampus events, new USC initiatives, andinterviews with various members of theWestern community in a weekly programthat is filmed live in the UniversityCommunity Centre.distinctivelyWESTERN PhotoContesthttps://studentservices.uwo.ca/secure/PhotoContestThe distinctivelyWESTERN Photo Contest isopen to all Western students, faculty, and staff.Submission is by online entry and cash prizesare awarded to winners. Check the website forsubmission dates.Facebook, Westernwww.facebook.com/WesternUniversityFollow Western’s latest news and updates onour Facebook page. Become a fan, find friends,and become part of the community. Also seeFacebook in the Student Central section of thisguide.Flickrflickr.com/photos/atwesternShare your photos with our Flickr photogroup, where you’ll find more then 5,000images of Western.Each week, we featureone of the photos atwww.westernu.ca.Fuss on the Bus, USCwww.fussonthebus.comFuss on the Bus is a website and video thatseeks to bridge the gap between students andthe University. Run by elected student senators,Fuss on the Bus seeks to provide informationabout what is happening with the UniversitySenate and Board of Governors in an easyto understand and accessible manner. Topiccovered include information about AcademicPrograms, Campus Events, and the City ofLondon.The Gazette, USCPhone: 519-661-3580 | www.westerngazette.caThe Gazette is the only daily studentnewspaper in Canada and is published Tuesdaythrough Friday, serving about 32,000 students atWestern each day. It reports news and promotesdebate on issues relating to Western and theLondon community. Get involved by writingfor news, arts & life or sports. Get creative bycontributing to photography, video, graphics,or web design and development. The Gazetterecruits year round and no experience isrequired. All the training is provided by studenteditors. To get started, visit room 263 in the UCCor visit www.westerngazette.ca/contributionsto learn more. Email editor@westerngazette.cafor more information about getting involved.Twitter, Westernwww.twitter.comReceive up to the minutenews about WesternUniversity by following ourofficial twitter account,@westernu.You can receiveimportant dates and otherinformation from StudentServices by following@UWOSCentral.For information fromthe Student StuccessCentre, such as jobhunting tips, links tovideos, and upcompingjob fairs, follow @success_centre.The University Student’s Council (USC)posts the latest news, stories and events on theirtwitter feed @western_usc, or find out thedaily specials by following @uscwavespoke.Western News, DNS &Alumni GazetteThe Department of Communicationsand Public Affairs publishes a wide range ofaward-winning publications. Western News isthe University’s weekly newspaper of record,delivering accurate news and topical commentaryto 50 on-campus boxes. The DNS (Daily NewsService) presents campus news as it happens onWestern’s homepage at www.westernu.ca. Andthe Alumni Gazette features excellent writing andphotography. Online at www.alumnigazette.caor in campus racks.YouTubeManaging Directorof Facebook Canada,Jordan Banks, got aBA from Western in1990.youtube.com/WesternUniversityWestern’s You Tube channel featureshundreds of unique videos highlighting theWestern Experience. Watch news clips, MustangAthletics games, research vignettes, ConvocationAddresses, and more.For other web 2.0 information, visit communications.uwo.ca/web2-0MEDIA ON CAMPUSSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201349

ParkingPARKINGPhone: 519-661-3973www.westernu.ca/parkingRoom 4150, Support Services BuildingOffice Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pmParking Office is closed Saturday, Sunday andStatutory Holidays.Accessible Parkingwww.uwo.ca/parking/accessible.htmlWestern University is committed toachieving barrier free accessibility for personswith disabilities studying, visiting and workingat Western. Members of the Universitycommunity may apply for an accessible parkingpass; you will be required to produce yourOntario Ministry of Transportation Accessiblepermit. Visitors parking on campus with theirMinistry of Transportation Accessible pass arerequired to pay all meters on campus.Graduate Student ParkingIf you are a student registered in aGraduate program (Master’s, Doctoral, orother authorized Graduate degree) and wishto park your vehicle on campus you willneed to purchase a permit and display it inyour window. Graduate students at Westernare eligible to obtain a parking permit for thePerimeter (grey) lots.All permits are issued for a period of up totwelve months (September 1 to August 31) andare issued on a Non-Reserved basis—meaning,spaces are available on a first-come, first-servedbasis.Parking at Affiliated UniversityCollegesBresciaApplication will be available starting July 1through the Business Office (business@uwo.ca). Cost is $370.00, taxes included.Huronwww.huronuc.ca/students/financial_matters/ParkingParking permits are available upon request. Visitour website for the parking permit application.Kingswww.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/campus-services/parking-servicesUndergraduate ParkingParking at Western is assigned by zone,not lot. If a preferred lot is full, you mustproceed to the next available lot where thereis room. Parking in roadways or unauthorizedareas within your preferred lot will result in acitation.Undergraduate lots are as follows:- Althouse- Medway- Huron Flats- Springett West GateDuring the summer months (May –August), Undergraduate (green) permitholders have access to all green zone lots aswell as the following grey lots; South Valley,Springett, Elborn and Visual Arts.Springett West Gate is the most popularlot for undergrads to park in. Please be awarethat all permits are on a Non-Reserved basis—meaning, spaces are available on a first-come,first-served basis.How do I Reserve an UndergraduateParking Permit for the AcademicYear?Online:www.uwo.ca/parking/application_prereq.htmlPlease follow the instructions on theapplication. This section is secured andtherefore payment is required in order toguarantee your permit.In Person:Room 4150, Support Services Building. Beprepared for long line-ups during Orientationweek.Please Note:Permits requested during the spring/summer months for the academic year(September 1 – August 31) will be processedduring the summer and will be availablefor you to pick up in Room 4150, SupportServices after August 1. Parking spaces at theUniversity are limited. All arrangements aremade on a first-come, first-served basis andwe regret that not all requests can always beaccommodated.Visitor Parking OptionsVisitors and invited guests should bedirected to one of our available visitorfacilities: attended lots, meters, or pay anddisplay metered areas. Parking location,availability and function may be obtainedat the Information Centers located at theRichmond and Western Road entrances tocampus. Information kiosks are attended bystudent staff that are equipped with campusmaps and are happy to assist visitors to reachtheir destinations. All parking on campusis restricted to lots/spaces that have beenmarked and/or signed for such purpose. TheUniversity campus is private property andparking is prohibited in any location wherenot specifically authorized.There is a charge to park in all of these lots,unless otherwise indicated.Alumni Hall/Thompson Arena —Attended Lot• Located in the central campus coreWeldon Lot — Attended Lot• Located in the central campus coreKent Drive — Attended Lot• Located on the southern perimeter ofcampusMedical Science Lot — Attended Lot• Located in the central campus coreMeter Parking — No maximum• Located at various buildings in thecampus core• Meter rates are as posted ($3.00/hr)Monday to Friday, 7am-8pm• Saturdays until noon• Exact change requiredPay & Display Multispace meterparking — Nomaximum• Located at variousbuilding around campus• Rates are as posted$3.00 per hour, 24 hoursa day, 7 days a week• Credit card minimum$3.00• Cash Minimum $1.5050 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Safety & SecurityBlue Emergency PhonesWhat is a Blue Emergency Phone?One method for contacting the UniversityPolice is through the Code Blue EmergencyPhones. These are emergency phones, whichprovide direct two-way communications tothe Police Communications Operators inthe Communications Centre. There are 21Emergency Phones located strategically ongrounds throughout the campus.The Code Blue Emergency Phones are simpleto operate. Pressing the emergency button ona Blue Phone will connect directly to CampusPolice Communications Operator. The PoliceCommunications Operators are located at 601Dundas Street for this region. Campus PoliceCommunications Operator is at the CampusPolice SLB location, on campus. For locations,refer to the campus map.When to use an Emergency Blue PhoneThe Code Blue Emergency Phones havebeen installed for safety. All campus usersincluding students, faculty, staff and the publicare encouraged to activate the phones if theyencounter any situation that makes themuncomfortable. The Code Blue EmergencyPhones are for your convenience and should beused:• if a crime is in progress or witnessed• if emergency assistance is needed• if you are being harassed or feelthreatened• if you are ill or require medicalattention• if you require assistance or directionsCampus Community PoliceServicePhone: 519-661-3300 (non-emergencies or inquiries)Emergency: 911www.uwo.ca/policeThe Campus Police Service is involved inactivities that include patrols, response, crimeprevention, emergency management and firesafety. Special Constables have the Police Officerpowers necessary to deal with most issues foundon campus. Other associated services in supportof campus safety include the Student EmergencyResponse Team, Volunteer Foot Patrollers,Occupational Health and Safety, Equity andHuman Rights Services, Housing and more.Campus Community Police Service is an accreditedcampus law enforcement agency.Code of Student Conductwww.uwo.ca/univsec/board/code.pdfWestern, as one of the top universitiesin Canada, has established high academic andbehavioural standards and any compromiseof these standards can be detrimental to boththe individual and the University. The Codeof Student Conduct at Western covers bothon and off campus conduct and can be usedwhen behaviour is excessive, frightening orSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013causes a personal safety concern.Discipline ranges from a warning toexpulsion.The main purpose of such discipline is toaddress negative behaviour, promote a safeand harmonious environment and to returnstudents to the focus of their studies.For further information, you may wishto review the Code of Student Conduct,behavioural expectations, and the sanctionsfor misconduct that are specified in the Codeof Student Conduct at www.uwo.ca/univsec/board/code.pdfCollection of PersonalInformationwww.westerncalendar.uwo.caWestern University collects personalinformation under the authority of the Universityof Western Ontario Act, 1982, as amended. Theinformation is related directly to and needed bythe University for the purposes of recruitment,admission, registration, progression, graduation,administration, and other activities related to itsprograms.The information is used to administerand operate academic, athletic, recreational,student development, student employment,financial aid, and other University programsand activities, including residence operationsand alumni and development activities andprograms. For example, personal informationwill be used to determine academic status,record academic achievement, produce classlists, issue student cards, process transcriptrequests, maintain tuition accounts, issue taxreceipts, notify students of important issuesand updates, determine eligibility for studentawards, scholarships and financial support,and administer financial aid and governmentfinancial assistance programs.It is the policy of the University to considerthe following information about current andformer students to be publicly available and toprovide it to third parties upon request: student’sfull name; Faculty(ies)/Schools in which studentis/was enrolled, with major field of study;degree(s) awarded by Western and date(s)conferred; and academic or other Universityhonors or distinctions. At any time an individualmay request that this information cease to bemade publicly available by contacting the Officeof the Registrar, in writing.Personal information may be used forstatistical and research purposes by theUniversity, other post-secondary educationalinstitutions, researchers, and the provincial andfederal government. The University disclosesspecific and limited personal informationto recognized student organizations for thepurposes of administering their programsincluding membership administration, healthplan, elections, and issuing of bus passes.Personal information of students enrolled in anAffiliated University College is shared with theAffiliated University College.Select information may be shared with thirdparties, including: award donors; governmentfunding agencies to process financial assistanceapplications; financial institutions to confirmstudent enrollment; independent studentloan administration companies to processstudent loan documents; collection agenciesfor outstanding accounts; municipalities fordebts owed by students; and contracted serviceproviders acting on behalf of the University.Credit card information is transmitted to anindependent processing company in order toprocess payments. Personal information maybe disclosed to third parties in the course of aninvestigation of misconduct. Information relatingto misconduct and/or falsified documents maybe shared with other educational institutions.If you have any questions about theUniversity’s collection, use, or disclosure of yourpersonal information, please contact the StudentCentral Manager, Student Central, WesternStudent Services Building, Western University,London, ON, N6A 3K7, tel: 519-661-2111, ext.84863.Emergency Contactson CampusCampus Emergencies....................................911Ambulance ....................................................911Fire ................................................................911Hazardous Materials Emergencies ...............911Campus PoliceNon-Emergency... 519-661-3300 or ext. 83300Facilities ManagementService Centre....... 519-661-3304 or ext. 83304Western Foot PatrolPhone: 519-661-3650www.uwo.ca/footpatrolwww.facebook.com/WesternFootPatrolTwitter: @uwofootpatrolWhy walk alone at night? Western FootPatrol will walk you to your destination! Aco-ed volunteer team will walk you to or fromany location on the main or affiliate collegecampuses along with many off campus locations.The service is free and available to all studentsand staff at Western. Call 519-661-3650.Continued…51SAFETY & SECURITY

Continued from previous pageSAFETY & SECURITYFoot Patrol also conducts Blue EmergencyPhone and lighting audits, patrols campus,reporting suspicious activities, and operates theWork Safe program with Campus Police.Hours of Operation:October to AprilSunday to Thursday: 6pm-1am;Friday & Saturday: 6pm-midnightSeptember, December & April Exam Periods,Long Holiday WeekendsSunday to Thursday: 9pm-1amFriday & Saturday: 9pm-midnightAny changes to these hours will bedetailed on our voice mail message at519-661-3650 and our main web page atwww.uwo.ca/footpatrol; room 57, UCC.Get Involved!Foot Patrol is a volunteer driven service,with approximately 250 volunteers eachyear. It is a great way to get involved, meetnew people, gain references for grad schoolsor work; get to know campus and have fun!Visit our web site, email or visit us in room57, UCC for more information.London Police ServicesSee the Important Contacts section in this guide.Lost and FoundPhone: 519-661-3300www.uwo.ca/police/lostandfound.htmCampus Police operates a Lost and Found.Various items are left around campus bystudents, faculty, staff and visitors and are oftenturned in to Campus Police. Items in Lost andFound remain at the Police Office for 60 days,after which the Campus Police may disposeof items by selling these at a public sale. Theproceeds of the sale are deposited into theCampus Police Bike Fund and are used insupport of the community. Clothing and otheritems not suitable for sale are either donated tocharity or discarded. Textbooks are forwarded tothe Used Book Store or Western Foot Patrol as adonation.If you have lost or found property, please visitCampus Police. For more information, contactus at 519-661-3300.Any lost keys can be retrieved at the KeysOffice in Room 2380 of the Support ServicesBuilding. Your Western ONECard is required.Students can also visit the InfoSource in theUCC to collect lost items. You can check for loststudent cards at Student Central in the WesternStudent Services building.Privacy Policywww.uwo.ca/privacyWestern’s Approach to Information andProtection of PrivacyWith the extension of the Freedom ofInformation and Protection of Privacy Act(FIPPA) to Ontario universities in June 2006,records under Western’s custody or control aresubject to this provincial legislation. The twokey principles that underlie the Act — publicaccess to information and protection of personalprivacy — are principles that Western had takenseriously for many years prior to the applicationof FIPPA.In 1996 the Board of Governors approvedThe University of Western Ontario Guidelineson Access to Information and Protectionof Privacy. The principles upon which theGuidelines are based include the following: asa general rule, with the exception of personalinformation, information contained in Universityrecords should be available to members of theUniversity community and to members of thepublic more generally; exemptions from thegeneral principle favouring access should be aslimited and specific as possible; and collection,retention, use, and disclosure of personalinformation contained in University recordsshould be regulated in a manner that will protectthe privacy of individuals who are the subject ofsuch information.Currently, Western endeavours to provideboth the University community and the publicwith broad access to its records. It continues itsefforts to protect the personal information ofall individuals who come into contact with theUniversity, be they students, alumni, faculty,staff, or members of the general public. Thegoal has been to ensure that all information isdealt with appropriately, whether in accordancewith University policies or legislation. Thelatter includes, for example, requirementslaid out in the Freedom of Information andProtection of Privacy Act and in the federalPersonal Information Protection and ElectronicDocuments Act (PIPEDA), to the extent that thelatter Act is applicable to the University.Western has established an Informationand Privacy Office located in the UniversitySecretariat and appointed an Information andPrivacy Coordinator. This Office is responsiblefor the day-to-day administration of FIPPA andother related legislation. An Advisory Committeehas been formed to assist the Coordinator withthe task of implementation. Members of theCommittee are: Director of the Information andPrivacy Office; University Secretary; UniversityArchivist; University Legal Counsel; Directorof Internal Audit; Student Central Manager,Office of the Registrar; Legal Manager; ResearchDevelopment Services and Director; InformationTechnology Services.SERT: Student EmergencyResponse TeamPhone: 519-661-2111 ext. 84824www.sert.uwo.caGeneral Inquiries: shs-ert@uwo.caFirst Aid Courses: sert-firstaid@uwo.caRoom 28, UCC (Inside Student Health Services)The Student Emergency Response Team(SERT) is a student run, volunteer organizationproviding EMS response to 9-1-1 calls on Main,Brescia, and Huron Campuses. Our fifty teammembers provide service 24 hours a day, 7 daysa week during the academic school year and8:30am-4:30pm weekday service from May toAugust. We are dispatched through the CampusCommunity Police Service (CCPS) to anymedical emergency on-campus, responding inthree person co-ed teams.Time CommitmentEach SERT member is responsible forvolunteering one on-call shift per week. Theseshifts run during the day from 8:00am to6:00pm and overnight from 6:00pm to 8:00am.Sleeping accommodations are provided forovernight shifts. Every SERT member is alsorequired to attend monthly trainings which areapproximately 5 hours in duration. While on-calla SERT member can do regular daily activities(e.g. homework, work out at Campus Rec, watcha movie at Western Film) and therefore will havetime to complete assignments and school workwhile on-call.The Application ProcessSERT accepts applications in September ofeach academic year. There are six stages to theapplication process as outlined on our website.In order to apply to SERT you must have aminimum requirement of Standard First Aidand CPR C, or its equivalent according to theWorkers’ Compensation Board.Applications are due online early inSeptember, immediately after Orientation Week.Please visit our website for application deadlines.First Aid TrainingSERT proudly offers a variety of CanadianRed Cross first aid courses, includingStandard First Aid & CPR C courses andre-certifications. All proceeds from SERT’seducation program go towards sustainingour Team’s Emergency Response on campus.All of our instructors are trained EmergencyMedical Responders on campus and bring awealth of knowledge and experience to theclassroom! For more information visit ourwebsite.www.sert.uwo.ca/courses/courses.phpWestern’s Disaster PlanFor more information about Western’sDisaster plan, visit the Campus Police websiteat www.uwo.ca/police and look under‘community safety links.’52 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Services to Help You SucceedAcademic CounsellingSee Program & Academic Counselling in the AcademicInformation section in this guide.Ally WesternEmail: ally.western@ucs-uwo.orgwww.usc.uwo.ca/allywesternThe University Students’ Council runsan Ally Program that educates studentsabout gender and sexual diversity. To be an“Ally” means to be considerate of others,avoid negative stereotyping, use positivelanguage, and to support and understand theLGBTTQ2 community.Backpack 2 BriefcaseSee the Careers & Employment section in this guide.Biz Inc.www.bizinc.cawww.facebook.com/BizIncTwitter: @BizIncLondonBizInc is the business incubator on campus,designed to seek out, support, and promotestudent entrepreneurial enterprise.BizInc pulls together like-minded individualswho are passionate about their new ideas andassists them with starting or growing theirbusiness venture. Located in UCC 258, BizIncencourages students from all faculties to reachout for support.The Chaplains @ WesternPhone: 519-661-2111 x85929www.uwo.ca/chaplainPresently, there are five chaplains appointedto Western University from various ChristianTraditions within the association. We are alsoable to provide immediate contacts for Muslimand Jewish students. For those students who arenot a part of any of these traditions, we work toprovide them with access to spiritual leaders andresources within their own tradition.Equity and Human RightsServicesPhone: 519-661-3334Email: equity@uwo.ca | www.uwo.ca/equityRooms 330-335, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health SciencesBuildingEquity and Human Rights Services(EHRS) provides support and informationregarding the University’s discrimination andharassment policies and diversity programs.We are dedicated to making Western anequitable, safe and supportive environmentfor all members of the University community.Students are encouraged to contact ouroffice to discuss any questions or concernsrelating to human rights or respectfulbehaviour on campus. EHRS is confidentialand offers personal consultations, alternativeresolution strategies and training/workshopopportunities.Food SupportService, USCwww.usc.uwo.ca/page.asp?id=50The USC Food SupportService is a completelyanonymous food hamperdistribution system. Foodhampers can be requestedthrough email and collected24 hours a day.To obtain a food hamper,students can email usc.food.support@uwo.ca with a request. Noidentification or otherinformation is required. Any special requests(such as baby food or dairy free items) can bemade at this time.The student will receive an email fromthe USC Food Support Service coordinatorswithin 48 hours with the location andcombination of a locker within the UCC (ifspecial requests are made, it may take up to aweek to prepare a special hamper). Studentsmay also obtain hampers in person at theUniversity Student’s Council office (Room340, UCC) during business hours.Indigenous ServicesPhone: 519-661-4095 or 1-888-661-4095Email: is.staff@uwo.cawww.indigenous.uwo.caIndigenous Services (IS) offers culturallyrespectful services and programs which aredesigned to recruit, retain and graduateFirst Nations, Inuit, and Métis students. TheLearning Resource Centre (LRC) providesan environment of holistic support forIndigenous students at Western. IS staffprovide assistance through drop-in servicesand counselling by appointment. Specializedresources focusing on Indigenous issues inareas concerning academic, cultural andsocial needs are available; including careerand employment opportunities and training/workshops. The LRC also offers study space,quiet areas, gathering space, a computer lab,printing services, and kitchen facilities; with24 hour access for registered students.International and ExchangeStudent CentrePhone: 519-661-2111 ext. 85908Email: iesc@uwo.ca | www.iesc.uwo.caRoom 2120, WSSFacebook: www.facebook.com/uwo.internationalTwitter: @IESCatUWOInternational Exchange Program, 519-661-2111 ext.85196Email: exchange@uwo.cawww.sdc.uwo.ca/int/exchangeSee the International Experience section in this guide.LearningSkills ServicesPhone: 519-661-2183learning@uwo.cawww.sdc.uwo.ca/learningWhether you’re an undergraduate,graduate, or professional school student,Western’s Learning Skills counsellors canhelp you achieve academic success.• Learn new strategies in the LearningHelp Centre• Consult with a learning specialist• Attend presentations on key learningtopics• Receive helpful tips by email every twoweeks• Use our online help for informationon: Key Academic Skills; ImprovingYour Test Performance; Memory andThinking Skills; Exams: Preparingfor and Writing; Time ManagementStrategies• Print Fall and Winter term calendarsand a weekly planner from our websiteto help organize your timeLondon Crisis CentresSee Crisis Appointments and Response to TraumaticEvents in the Important Contacts section in this guide.Mature AdvisingPhone: 519-661-3559success.uwo.ca/mature_students/index.htmlDonna Moore, the Mature Student Advisor,Rebecca Smith, Academic Counsellor, andRosemary Lewis, Administrative Assistant can befound in The Student Success Centre: Careers,Leadership and Experience. Donna and Rebeccacan help you with all aspects of becoming astudent—admissions, programs, services, etc.Enrolled at Western? Donna and Rebecca helppart-time students choose courses and programdirections. Rosemary has been helpingstudents at Western for many years, and is agreat resource!Continued…services to helpyou succeedSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201353

services to helpyou succeedContinued from previous pageOmbudspersonPhone: 519-661-3573www.uwo.ca/ombudsRoom 3135, WSSEmail: ombuds@uwo.caThe Office of the Ombudspersonacts a liaison between the Universityand its students. The Ombudsperson isa confidential, free and impartial officedesigned for dealing with academicand non-academic concerns such asunfair grading, appealing accusations ofacademic dishonesty, as well as Universityrecommended withdrawals and readmissions.Check out their website and FAQ section tosee if the Ombudsperson can help with anyproblems you may encounter during thecourse of your degree.Peer MentorsPhone: 519-661-3559www.lamp.uwo.caA program of The Student Success Centre,the Leadership and Mentorship Program(LAMP) at Western is part of the University’sefforts to provide first-year students with astrong sense of both academic and communitysupport. First-year students are guided throughtheir transitional first year to Universitylife by upper-year students in similar fieldsof academic interest and study. You willbe connected with a supportive learningcommunity to enhance your academic success.The benefits of LAMP include theopportunity to build relationships andconnections with people who share youracademic and career interests, having anexperienced student to answer questionsand help you access the many resources oncampus, and enjoying social interactions withpeople who share your interests.The transition to University can bechallenging, but with the right motivation andencouragement, this transition is made easier.If you’re an inspired student looking not onlyto accomplish academic excellence, but also tohave a great time, then LAMP is the programfor you.Psychological ServicesSee the Health and Wellness section in this guide.SAGESociety for Mature StudentsEmail: sage@uwo.casuccess.uwo.ca/mature_students/society_for_mature_students_sage.htmlSAGE offers you an opportunity to connectwith other mature students on campus. We’llhost regular social events and sessions on topicsof interest to mature students.Services for Studentswith DisabilitiesPhone: 519-661-2147Email: ssd@uwo.cawww.sdc.uwo.ca/ssdServices for Students with Disabilities offersindividual appointments with counsellorswho specialize in assisting students withvarious disabilities. These disabilities includevision, hearing and mobility impairments,learning disabilities and attention disorders,chronic illness and pain, and mental healthdisabilities. Our services include AcademicAccommodation, On-campus Transportation,Alternative Format Text, Learning StrategyInstruction for Students with LD, AssistiveTechnology Instruction for Students with LD,Counseling/Referrals, and a Bursary for OSAPeligible students. Facilities include an AdaptiveComputing Technology Centre, an Access Lab,and a Learning Opportunities Lab.Student CentralSee the Student Central section in this guide.Student Development CentrePhone: 519-661-3031 (main) | 519-661-2147 (SSD)www.sdc.uwo.caWSSB, 2nd Floor: Indigenous Services ResourceCentre, Volunteers In Progress; 4th Floor:Psychological Services, Learning Skills Services,The Writing Support Centre, Services for Studentswith Disabilities.Western’s Student Development Centreis dedicated to the provision of professionaland accessible services that help studentsachieve their personal, academic, andprofessional goals in a confidentialand caring environment. The StudentDevelopment Centre offers a variety ofacademic and personal services to meetthe needs of Western’s undergraduate andgraduate students. Our services are freefor current students and recent grads, andare administered by highly trained andexperienced professionals who know whatcampus life is all about. Visiting scholars,post-doctoral researchers and families offaculty members can also access some of ourservices. Explore the website, drop into theCentre, or give us a call to find out how wecan help you.Monday to Friday8:30am-4:30pm (Fall/Winter terms)Monday to Friday8:30am-4pm (Intersession/Summer terms)The Student Success CentrePhone: 519-661-3559success.uwo.caThe Student Success Centre is here to helpwith each step of your journey to a successfulfuture. We understand that by coming toWestern you have chosen to invest your time,money and energy to set yourself up for thebest possible outcomes. There are a numberof transitions to be navigated on the pathto success, and we are here to support you.This means finding opportunities that buildyour skills, knowledge and experience for ameaningful and fulfilling life. We offer a numberof services regarding career development,experiential learning, first year programs,leadership, scholar’s programs and maturestudents programs.Women’s Issues Network(WIN)Phone: 519-661-2111 Ext. 82625hwinuwo.caThe Women’s Issues Network is aUSC service dedicated to recognizing,representing, and rectifying genderinequalities affecting Western students. WINis committed to providing a space free fromracism, sexism, and homophobia as well asproviding an educational resource centre onwomen’s and gender issues.Writing Support CentrePhone: 519-661-3655www.sdc.uwo.ca/writingRealize your potential as a writer. TheWSC offers free comprehensive writingsupport to the entire Western community:• One-on-one writing consultations• Weekly writing workshops• Drop-in Writing Centre (Weldon)• Summer Academic Writing Clinic• Online writing help• GradWRITE: writing support tailoredto meet grad students’ needs• Grad Lab: resource centre for gradstudents• Peer Tutoring Program: volunteeringopportunities for developed writers• Thesis/Dissertation Support Group54 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Shops & Services on CampusATMsBooks PlusForest City Image CenterIn the University Community Centre (UCC)there are ATMs for: Bank of Montreal (basement,near InPrint); CIBC (basement, beside TimHortons); Scotiabank (basement, near InPrint)and TD Canada Trust (main floor, besideWilliams Coffee Pub).Book Store at WesternPhone: 519-661-3520www.bookstore.uwo.caLower Level UCCServing Western’s community since 1916,The Book Store at Western is owned by WesternUniversity and supports its academic mission.Primarily an educational resource for students andfaculty, The Book Store provides course materialsfor all University courses in-store and online.The Book Store is the official source of Westernclothing, giftware and product. In partnershipswith campus and community groups, The BookStore contributes to Western’s school spirit andculture. The Book Store is service driven andrevenues support student services, facilities, andprogramming.Q: How will I know which textbooks tobuy?A: The Book Store at Western provides twoonline options so that you can access yourtextbook list before classes start:1. Personal textbooks list at studentservices.uwo.ca. Have your student number andAccess Code (PIN) ready.2. Textbook search by campus, term & coursecode at www.bookstore.uwo.ca/eSolution/course.phpIf your list is not complete, check back often.As textbook orders are processed, updates areposted on The Book Store’s web site daily.Q: How much should I budget for buyingtextbooks?A: The amount to budget for textbooks willdepend on the number of courses you are taking,your professors’ requirements, your major andother factors. Because students typically buyschool supplies like paper, notebooks, studyguides, pens, dictionaries and more at thesame time, it’s helpful to budget those expensestogether. According to the National Associationof College Stores, the average full-time studentspends $750 to $900 per school year for coursematerials and supplies. Your actual purchases mayvary.Book Store Textbook Buybackwww.bookstore.uwo.ca/buyback.htmlDuring the months of May through to August,along with a couple of weeks immediatelyfollowing December and April exams, The BookStore will buy back any old textbooks you mighthave lying around. Buyback prices are based ondemand, however prices usually range from 30%-50% of the original retail value.Phone: 519-661-4091www.bookstore.uwo.ca1153 Western RoadFor full-service printing, Education textbooks,best-sellers, Western clothing and more,Books Plus is open seven days a week for yourconvenience.Hours of Operation (Winter)Monday to Thursday: 8am-8pmFriday: 9am-6pmSaturday: 9am-5pmSunday: 12noon-5pmClosed University Holidays. Hours are subject tochange.Booster JuiceMain Level, UCC, beside The Purple StoreHere you will be able to order healthy, naturaland delicious juice drinks and smoothies!Bus PassSee the Transportation & Travel section in this guide.Campus Computer StorePhone: 519-661-3520www.computerstore.uwo.caRoom 36B, UCC (lower level)Owned and operated by Western, theCampus Computer Store offers students atWestern educational pricing on laptops and upto 70% discount off selected software. Providinga variety of products that meet or exceed campusstandards, the staff has access to authorizedrepair services, help desks, and national serviceproviders’ support to help you with yourcomputer problems.Campus RecreationSee the Sports & Recreation section in this guide.Child CareSee the UCC Flexible Child Care in this section.Chiropractic ClinicPhone: 519-661-4006www.usc.uwo.ca/uccmall/Chiropractic_ClinicRoom 49, UCC (lower level)Hours of Operation (Winter)Mon., Tues., Thurs.: 8:30am-7pmWednesday: 8:30am-9pmFriday: 8:30am-3pmExam Shuttle ServiceSee the Transportation & Travel section in this guide.Foot PatrolSee the Safety & Security section in this guide.Phone: 519-661-3623Email: campus@imagespin.comwww.cameracanada.com/imagespin/home.aspRoom 75 UCC (lower level)Fowler Kennedy Sport MedicineClinicPhone: 519-661-3011www.fowlerkennedy.com3M CentreThe Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinictreats patients of all ages from the elite athlete to therecreational enthusiast who seeks good health andfitness.Graphic ServicesPhone: 519-661-4014www.graphicservices.uwo.caFor all of your printing needs, visit us at oneof our three campus locations.Graphic Services Building519-661-3980Monday to Friday: 8:30am-4:30pmClosed Saturday, Sunday and UniversityHolidaysIvey Business School, Room 1G23519-661-2149Monday to Friday: 8:30am-4:30pmClosed Saturday, Sunday and UniversityHolidaysBooks Plus, 1153 Western Road519-661-4091Monday to Thursday: 9am-7pmFriday and Saturday: 8am-5pmClosed Sunday and University HolidaysGrocery CheckOut, USCLower Level UCC, beside LifeTouch and InPrintGrocery CheckOut offers deli meats, cheese,fresh produce and much more at comparablepricing to Sobeys, Loblaws and Metro!Hair MastersPhone: 519-661-3798www.usc.uwo.ca/uccmall/Hairmasters/default.htmRoom 5, UCC (lower level)Hours of Operation:September to May:Monday-Thursday: 9am to 8pm;Friday: 9am to 6pmSaturday: 11am to 4pmInfoSource, USCPhone: 519-661-3722www.usc.uwo.ca/infosourceLower level, UCC (next to InPrint)Hours of OperationMonday to Friday: 9am-9pmSaturday & Sunday: ClosedContinued…Shops & ServicesSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201355

fee in Ontario for students, staff andfaculty. Online ordering available at www.Universitypharmacy.ca. The pharmacyaccepts ALL prescriptions, all drug plansand they can even transfer your prescriptionfrom out of town.per hourHours of OperationSeptember to June: 8am-5:30pmJuly to August: 8am-5pmUCC Hours of OperationContinued from previous pageInfoSource is your one-stop shop forinformation on the Student Health Plan, to pickup/or replace your USC/LTC Bus Pass, purchaseLTC tickets and Greyhound tickets, rentinglockers in UCC, as well as Special Event tickets.InPrint, USCPhone: 519-661-3578www.usc.uwo.ca/inprint/contact.htmlEmail: inprint@uwo.caRoom 78, UCC (lower level)Hours of OperationMonday to Friday: 8:30am-5pmISIC CardPost Office, USCPhone: 519-850-2513www.usc.uwo.ca/postal/Lower Level UCCA full service postal outlet offeringall Canada Post products and services aswell as processing student loans.Hours of OperationOpen year round, Monday to FridaySeptember to April: 9am-6pmMay to August: 9am-5pmPurple Door Promotions, USCPhone: 519-661-3414www.usc.uwo.ca/purpledoorpurpledoor@uwo.caRoom 267, UCCHours of OperationMonday to Friday: 8:30am-4:30pmLocated on the 2nd floor of the UCC! Comesee us for all your custom needs. We are ownedand operated by the USC.The UCC is a hub of student activity oncampus. The building is generally open 24 hours,7 days a week, but closed the following dates:Christmas Vacation: Friday, December 20,2012 to Sunday, January 7, 2013Family Day: Monday, February 18, 2013Victoria Day: Monday, May 20, 2013Canada Day: Monday, July 1, 2013Note: Please check hours of operation for Shops &Services located in the UCC.Western Film is open every night except during theholiday break (late Dec. 2012 - early Jan. 2013).On occasion, the UCC will close for specialcircumstances. Please visit our website for moreinformation, westernusc.ca.UCC Mustang LoungeThe UCC Gym is now a beautiful lounge space.Come and check it out, UCC first floor, nearBooster Juice.USC Exam Shuttle ServiceShops & ServicesThe ISIC card is the only internationallyrecognized proof of full-time studentstatus providing worldwide, photo identitydocumentation for student travellers. It allowscardholders to plug into a worldwide network ofdiscounts, services and other benefits includingsavings on VIA Rail, Greyhound Canada andTravel CUTS/ Voyages Campus’ Student ClassAirfares. ISIC cards are available on campus atTravel CUTS in the lower lever of the UCC.Island Ink JetPhone: 519-660-1624Email: uwo@islandinkjet.comwww.islandinkjet.comLower Level, UCC (next to Travel Cuts)Hours of OperationMonday to Friday: 9am-5pmSaturday & Sunday: ClosedLifeTouchPhone: 519-661-4252www.lifetouch.ca/westernEmail: kfgeneral@lifetouch.comRoom 79, UCCLifeTouch photography on campus isavailable for portraits and graduation photos.Pharmacy, WesternOn-CampusPhone: 519-661-4058Email: phar@mnsi.net or info@Universitypharmacy.caLower Level, UCCWestern On-Campus Pharmacy andVariety store is for all your drugstore needsand more. Offering the LOWEST dispensingThe Purple StorePhone: 519-661-3811www.usc.uwo.ca/thepurplestoreMain floor, UCCHours of Operation: Please visit our website.The Purple Store is your student ownedWestern clothing and gift store. Revenues fromThe Purple Store support Western studentinitiatives.Follow us on Facebook and Twitter foradvance notice of sales and special events:www.facebook.com/uwo.thepurplestoretwitter.com/purplestoreuwoThe SpokeSee the Dining on Campus section in this guide.Student ServicesSee the Student Central section in this guide.Travel CUTSPhone: 519-661-4070www.travelcuts.com; Lower Level UCCUCC Flexible Child CarePhone: 519-661-4094www.usc.uwo.ca/flexcare; Room 40 UCCThe UCC Flexible Child Care Centre islicensed as a Part-Time Facility under theMinistry of Community and Social Services andoperated by the London YMCA.Ages: Children range from 18 months to 5 yearsCost to undergrads: $3.60 per hourCost to staff, grad students and faculty: $7.10See the Transportation & Travel section in this guide.USC Health PlanSee the Health & Wellness section in this guide.The WaveSee the Dining on Campus section in this guide.Western Film, USCPhone: 519-661-3616westernfilm.ca2nd level, UCC, McKellar TheatreWestern Film has a Class A theatre license andis an independent, second-run (or move-over)movie theatre. That means that we show all thelatest releases, just a few weeks after they debutin first-run houses. Tickets are only $4.99 perperson and $3.50 on Tuesdays, making us thebest deal in town. Kids are just $3.50 every show.The box office (located in front of the McKellarTheatre) opens one half hour before show-time.If you’re not in front of your computer andyou want to find out what’s playing, check outThe Gazette, the London Free Press, or call theMovieLine at 519-661-3616. If you wish, we caneven notify you of our weekly features via email.Western Sports and RecreationCentreSee the Sports & Recreation section in this guide.Windermere ManorSee the Transportation & Travel section in this guide.56 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Sports & RecreationWestern CampusRecreationPhone: 519-661-3090Email: campusrec@uwo.cawww.westernmustangs.caWestern Student RecreationCentreHours of Operation (Fall/Winter):Monday to Thursday: 6am-12 midnightFriday: 6am-10pmSaturday: 8am-10pmSunday: 8am-12 midnightHours of operation are subject to change.Hours reduced on holiday weekends, Reading Week,and spring/summer term.Student MembershipAll current Western undergraduate (full-timeand part-time) and full-time graduate studentspay a Campus Recreation fee as part of theirnon-tuition ancillary fees, which provides themaccess and membership to some of the country’sbest recreation facilities, programs and services.Students are required to provide their validWestern Student ID card to take part in thediverse opportunities available to enhance theirlearning experience and lead a healthy and activelifestyle. Student memberships include:• Access and use of the Western StudentRecreation Centre• A wide variety of aerobic fitness classes• fitness/lane swims, recreational swimsand aqua fitness• Drop-in gymnasia activities such asbasketball, badminton, volleyball, futsal• Squash court use and reservations• Use of the 19,000 square feet of weightand cardio spaceMembers also receive preferred rates for:• Intramural Sports League programs• Instructional programs in aquatics,dance, mind-body fitness• 15+ Recreational Sports Clubs• Wellness services such as personaltraining and massage therapy• Locker and towel servicesWestern Student Recreation CentreThe Western Student Recreation Centre is thehome of Campus Recreation operations and thehub of activity for all students and members ofthe Western community. Since opening its doorsin January 2009, the Western Student RecreationCentre has in excess of 3,500 visits a day duringthe academic year. A source of student pride andleadership, the centre was a result of studentsupport towards the capital and occupancy costsof the new centre, representing one of the largeststudent gifts of its kind in Canada. The close to160,000 sq. ft. facility includes:• 5 gymnasia (3 hardwood court, 2 multipurposerubber floors)• 5 squash courts• 50 metre, 8-lane pool with twobulkheads• 3 multi-purpose hardwood studio spacesSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013• 19,000 sq. ft. of weight and cardio space• Lounge space with WiFi, televisions andtable tennis areaIntramural Sports ProgramsCampus Recreation boasts one of the largestintramural programs in Canada. A full rangeof options from the strictly recreational tothe very competitive levels exist in numeroussports allowing Western students to benefitfrom some of the best experiences in studentlife. Participation in Intramural Sports leagues,whether you sign up as a team or as a “freeagent” individual, is a great way to meet newpeople, learn or refine skills, stay active andbe involved in Campus Life. Many studentleadership opportunities also exist throughofficiating and league management.AquaticsCampus Recreation offers a diverse, safe,and active aquatics program for participants ofall ages and abilities. Lane and fitness swims,aqua fitness classes, water-jogging, recreationaland family swim times, swim lessons andtechnique improvement all available to wetyour appetite. Advanced aquatics instructionaland leadership courses, such as BronzeMedallion, Bronze Cross, National LifeguardService, Standard First Aid and CPR, and AEDare also available through program registration.Fitness & WellnessAchieving your fitness and educational goalscan be enhanced through active participation ina huge variety of fun, friendly, and challengingclasses, ranging from yoga to step, boot campto Pilates and more, all geared to provide youwith an opportunity to develop, grow, andmaintain a healthy lifestyle. Our certified staffhave the skills and enthusiasm to get youon track, no matter what your fitness level,interest, goals and schedule. Try fitness classes,massage therapy, mind-body fitness classes,personal training, weight-cardio training,nutrition counselling and more.Instructional ProgramsExplore, learn and develop skills whilemeeting new people and having fun. CampusRec offers many instructional programs tokeep your days and nights active, fun and fullof enjoyment. Through courses and clinics,certification programs, a wide variety ofdance programming, special interest courses,squash instruction and lessons, be sure tocheck the web site for details and registerearly.Drop-In RecreationDrop-In recreation is self-directed andregulated by participants. It offers studentsand members the flexibility to try new sports,sharpen their skills in their preferred sport, orsimply grab a few friends for a game of pickup.There are plenty of hours dedicated toinformal drop-in recreation in badminton,basketball, futsal, table tennis, volleyball,squash and more. View the schedule onlineor pick up a copy.Recreation Sports ClubsCampus Recreation facilitates over 15different student sport clubs, includinga multitude of martial arts programs, thetriathlon club, synchronized swimming,kayak club and much more. A CampusRecreation Sports Club is a sanctionedorganization established by students thatprovides a terrific opportunity for allCampus Recreation members to participatein a specific sport or physical activity.Sports Clubs are voluntary and enhancethe University experience, emphasizingsocialization, instruction and skilldevelopment as well as student leadershipand competition.EmploymentStudents truly are the lifeblood of therecreation experiences at Western. CampusRecreation represents one of the largeststudent employers on campus with over350 different student leadership roles andresponsibilities. The Campus Recreationenvironment is a great place to learn, grow,and develop your skill set while enhancingyour resume and adding some income toyour pockets. If you thrive in a fast-pacedand fun environment with an emphasison great customer service, and look forrewarding challenges, consider becominga part of our team. Most roles are filledprior to the following academic year, withpostings in February; however, manyopportunities, such as intramural refereesare required at the beginning of each term.For more information or to apply, pleasevisit westernmustangs.ca and click onEmployment under the About Us tab.Continued…57Sports & Recreation

Sports & RecreationContinued from previous pageWestern Mustangs &Intercollegiate AthleticsVarsity SportsPhone: 519-661-3551 (tryouts, eligibility)519-661-4077 (season and group tickets)519-661-3090 (single game tickets)Email: mustangs@uwo.cawww.westernmustangs.caColours: Purple, White and SilverTeam Name: MustangsCompetitive Divisions: Ontario UniversityAthletics (OUA), Canadian InteruniversitySport (CIS)Varsity TeamsWestern has 44 varsity teams that compete inthe OUA and/or CIS.WomenBadmintonBasketballCheerleadingCross CountryCurlingFencingField HockeyFigure SkatingGolfIce HockeyLacrosseRingetteRowingRugbySoccerSoftballSquashSwimmingSynchronized SwimmingTennisTrack and FieldVolleyballWrestlingMenBadmintonBaseballBasketballCheerleadingCross CountryCurlingFencingFootballGolfIce HockeyLacrosseRowingRugbySoccerSquashSwimmingTennisTrack and FieldVolleyballWater PoloWrestlingClubsFrom men’s lacrosse and cheerleading,to the dance pack and women’s fast pitch,Western also offers several clubs whichcompete in provincial leagues.For more information, visitwesternmustangs.ca and click on the Clubstab.Job OpportunitiesIntercollegiate Athletics offers a number ofopportunities for Western students- internships- paid employment- volunteer placements- work-study positionsVisit westernmustangs.ca and click on theemployment tab.Harley Pasternak, fitnesstrainer to celebs like LadyGaGa and Halle Berry,graduated from Westernin 1997.2012 Football SeasonThe Western Mustangs football team has wonthree of the last five Yates Cups and continuesto be a nationally ranked contender in CanadianInteruniversity Sport. Western plays four regularseason home games, all at TD WaterhouseStadium:Saturday Sept. 8, 1pmvs. Toronto Varsity BluesSaturday Sept. 22, 1pmvs. Windsor LancersSaturday, Sept. 29, 1pmvs. McMaster Marauders Homecoming GameSaturday Oct. 13, 1pmvs. Laurier Golden HawksFor tickets, visit westernmustangs.ca and clickon the Tickets tab, contact the Western Mustangsticket office at 519-661-4077 or order single-gametickets by phone at 519-661-3090 or in person atthe front desk at the Western Student RecreationCentre.Western Fight SongWestern, Western, Western UCollege fair and squareArts and Meds are strong for youDeny it if you dare.White and purple colours areworn by all who knowJust which college is the bestCome and let us show.That this U is our U and for her we’ll strive toDo our best to fight with might and mane.We will always adore herOur old Alma MaterWestern School of Fame.When Western U goes marching down the fieldWe know our team will never ever yieldMusic: Walter Smither | Lyrics: Margaret Ovens | Arrangement: Don WrightAnd though the other team has lots of pepWhen they see our team they’llKnow they’re out of step.And when the game goes down in historyIt’s just another Western victoryLet all our cheers go out forWestern U, Western URah, Rah, Raaaahh.KINNANY, KINNANY, KANANNY, KANOOHigh up, Sky up, Western U.It’s a HULLABA, HULLABA, HULLABALURickity, Rickity, Rackity RooW - E - S - T - E - R - NWESTERN! WESTERN! WESTERN!58 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Scholarships & AwardsMany scholarships offered by Westernhave deadlines at the end of Septemberand may contain an essay component thatrequires some time to compose. AcademicMerit Scholarships require no application,while Combined Merit Scholarships dorequire an application.Award SearchPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/index.htmlVisit our new Award Search that enablesyou to search for awards based on criteriaof your choosing, such as extra-curricularactivities, interests, your program of study,and more....BursariesSee the Fees & Financial Aid section in this guide.Combined Academic MeritAwardswww.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/incourse_scholarships_awards.htmlThese are awarded to students based ona combination of academic merit and oneor more non-academic requirements, suchas participation in extra-curricular activitiesand demonstration of leadership qualities.Each award has its own academic criteria andguidelines.Application InformationThe deadlines for these awards vary fromSeptember 30 to February 28 of each year,depending on the terms of the award; pleaserefer to the individual award applicationfor specific details. Applications can bedownloaded beginning in September bychoosing the appropriate link at www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/incourse_scholarships_awards.html.Recipients will be chosen and notifiedby letter within two months of the awarddeadline.Awards:• Parents Fund Award• M.E. (Peggy) Collins Memorial Award• Rogers Family Award• Jane Plas International Student Award• Lisa Gilmer Memorial Award• Gary W. Weese Award• Science Students’ Council ImpactAwardFor more information, please contact:Student Financial ServicesOffice of the RegistrarRm. 1140 Western Student ServicesBldg. London, Ontario N6A 3K7Phone: 519-661-2100Fax: 519-661-2083Email: bursary@uwo.caExternal Scholarships andAwardsIf you are receiving a scholarship froman external source that is to be paid directlyto Western, please send proof of the award,confirming the amount. Fax to: 519-661-2083.Examples of external scholarships arewww.scholarshipscanada.com, orwww.studentawards.com. Western is notresponsible for the administration and content ofthese sites.Graduate Scholarships andFundinggrad.uwo.ca/current_students/funding_opportunities.htmAs one of Canada’s leading research institutions,Western offers competitive student fundingpackages to allow graduate students to focus ontheir research and academic development.Choosing a graduate degree doesn’t have tomean taking on debt.In-Course Scholarships andAwardswww.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/incourse_scholarships_awards.htmlIn-course Scholarships and Awards areestablished and funded by individual donors,corporations, faculties, departments, and thegoverning body of the University. Scholarships andAwards are given out in the fall of each year basedon the student’s previous academic performanceand current registration.Eligibility: Once a student has completedone year of studies at Western, they becomeeligible for In-Course Awards. Eligibility of allscholarships and awards granted by WesternUniversity are reserved for students registeredat the Main Campus only, unless the provisionsof a particular award state otherwise. Studentsmust have completed their prescribed academicprogram requiring five or more full courses inthe previous year, and currently be registered ina full-time course load as determined by theirenrolled program. Students who completed theirprevious academic year at an affiliate college orinstitution other than Western are not eligible.Merit Based Scholarshipsand AwardsPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/scholarships_awards/incourse_scholarships_awards.htmlMost scholarships, such as admissionscholarships, are awarded based on academicmerit and do not require an application.Scholarships and Awards are establishedand funded by individual donors, corporations,Faculties, Departments, and the governing bodyof Western University. Scholarships and Awardsare awarded in the Fall of each year based on thestudent’s previous academic performance andcurrent registration. These awards are taxableincome and students are issued T4A’s in Februaryfor the previous taxation year.Need Based AwardsSee the Fees & Financial Aid section in this guide.Scholarships & AwardsSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201359

Student CentralStudent CentralMain OfficePhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.caStudent CentralRoom 1120 Western Student Services BuildingHours of Operation (September-April)Mon., Tues., Thur., Fri.: 9am-4pmWednesday: 10am-5pmTelephone Helpline: 9am-4pmHours are subject to change without notice.Student Central offers a wide variety ofin-person, online, and telephone services forcurrent student, future students, and alumni.The following is a list of the services andinformation that you can access in StudentCentral.Access CodeSee the Western Access Code section in this guide.Accommodated Examswww.registrar.uwo.ca/examinations/accommodated_exams.htmlYou must first make an appointment toarrange academic accommodation with aServices for Students with Disabilities (SSD)counsellor. SSD reception is located in Room4100, Western Student Services Building. Pleasenote that you must speak to an SSD Counsellorfor each course for which you are registered.Account BalanceSee the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.Add/Drop PoliciesPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/course_enrollment/adddropswap.htmlAdding and Dropping of courses takes placethroughout the Academic Year. Variousdeadlines are set and are listed in the calendarportion of this student guide as well as inthe academic calendar under sessional dates:www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg7.htmlMain Campus – Add/DropIn order to add or drop a course afterweb registration has ended, students shouldobtain signatures from the departmentsoffering the course(s). Then they shouldsubmit the form to their Faculty AcademicCounsellors before the add or drop deadline.Please Note: There are financial andacademic/transcript implications to droppingcourses. For more information visit theAcademic Calendar at www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg7.html.Brescia University College – Add/DropPhone: 519-858-5151Email: brescia@uwo.cawww.brescia.uwo.ca/academics/academic_advising/add_drop.htmlBrescia Registrar’s OfficeRoom 11, Mother St.James Memorial BuildingHours of OperationMonday to Friday:8am-4pmPaper Add/Drop willrun September 13and 14 in the BresciaRegistrar’s Office.Hours of Add/Dropare 9am-3pm.All Brescia studentsmust drop offcompleted paperAdd/Drop formsfor signature andprocessing to the Brescia Registrar’s Office.By appointment: Monday to Thursday9:30-11:30amHuron University College – Add/DropHuron University College, Room W25Phone: 519-438-7224 ext. 204Email: huronasc@uwo.cawww.huronuc.on.ca/students/service_centre/academic_counsellingPaper Add/Drop will be held onSeptember 13 and 14, from 10am-12noon,and 1-3pm in the Huron Room (at theHuron Dining Hall).During the paper Add/Drop registrationperiod, Huron students must submit theirforms to an Academic Counsellor for finalapproval.King’s University College – Add/DropPhone: 519-433-3491Email: kings@uwo.caFor Fall/Winter 2012/2013 Add/Dropdeadlines, go to: www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/courses-enrolment/program-and-course-planning/add-dropcourses.During the off-line registrationperiod, King’s students must submit theirAdd/Drop forms to an Academic Counsellorfor final approval. King’s Academic Dean’soffice contact information: Dante Lenardon(DL) 104; academic.dean@uwo.ca;519-433-3491, ext. 4406Academic Counselling drop-in hours:www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/courses-enrolment/program-and-courseplanning/academic-advising/academiccounselling-drop-in-hours.Bus PassSee Transportation & Travel section in this guide.Calendarswww.westerncalendar.uwo.caChange ofAddressPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/updating_personal_information.htmlIt is your responsibility to keep your“Home” address up to date to ensure youreceive all official mail that Western sendsyou.ConvocationSee the Graduation section in this guide.Convocation DVDSee the Graduation section in this guide.Course DescriptionsPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/transcripts.htmlCourse Descriptions are illustrations of thecourses that are listed in the UndergraduateAcademic Calendar.We offer a course description service forUndergraduate Courses only. For Graduate,Professional, or Faculty of Education coursedescriptions, please contact the relateddepartment.Course descriptions are available at $2.00per course, or $11.00 per academic year ofcourses described. Payment must accompanyyour order. Please fax or mail your name,student number, date of birth, telephonenumber where you can be reached, Visa orMasterCard number with expiry date, thecourses or academic years you would likethe associated descriptions for, and wherethey are to be sent. Please also rememberthat the request must bear the signature ofthe student. Course descriptions may takeup to two weeks to process. You can faxyour request to 519-850-2397, or mail yourrequest to Western University - Office of theRegistrar, 1120 Western Student ServicesBuilding, London, Ontario, N6A 3K7.60 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Course OutlinesCurrent course outlines are on department websites.Course RegistrationAppointment Start TimePhone: 519-661-2100student.uwo.caYou will be e-mailed in June/July whenyour course registration appointment starttime is available for Fall/Winter studies. Fordetails on your appointment start time, signinto your Student Center and click on thebox on the right entitled Enrollment Dates.Students receive registration appointmenttimes according to their year of study,priority being given to upper year students indescending order. Course priorities are liftedallowing more access in July.Degree ServicesThe Office of the Registrar offers a numberof Degree Services that allow studentsto better evaluate the modules they areinterested in and their progress throughouttheir degree. The following is a list of theservices available, as well as information onwho can use them and what they will helpyou do. If you have questions about theresults please see your Academic Counsellor.Degree AuditWho is it for? Certain students currentlyenrolled in modules.What does it do? Allows users to auditprogress in their current degree.How do I access it? The degree auditservice is available only to current students.Therefore, you are required to login to theStudent Services website to access it. Eligiblestudents will be able to see the Degree Auditlink under the Degree Explorer link in the‘Records’ section.Degree VerificationSee Official Western Letters in this section.Detailed Statement ofAccountTo access your tuition fee bill, loginto student.uwo.ca and select ‘DetailedStatement of Account.’ You will be ableto view your account balance, installmentoptions and tuition payment details fivebusiness days after enrolling in courses.Diplomaswww.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/diplomas.htmlDiplomas are retained in the Office of theRegistrar for two years after Convocation.If you did not attend Convocation, yourdiploma can be picked up in person fromStudent Central, Room 1120 WSS beginning3 business days after your convocationceremony.If you are unable to obtain your diplomain person, then you can request yourdiploma to be mailed to you by visitingstudentservices.uwo.ca, under the ‘myPast’section.Diploma ReplacementsIf your diploma has been lost, damagedor destroyed a replacement diploma can bereproduced. In order to obtain a replacementdiploma:• visit www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm/student-records/diplomas todownload the Diploma ReplacementForm• or visit www.convocation.uwo.caThe cost of a replacement Diploma is$50.00 (There is an additional fee of $25 formailing within Canada and $50 for mailingoutside of Canada), which may be paidby cheque or money order payable to TheUniversity of Western Ontario, or by Visa orMasterCard. Printing may take up to 6 weeksfrom receipt of request.Diploma AuthenticationPhone: 519-661-2100Student Central provides a service inwhich you can have your Western diplomaauthenticated for a third party. The cost is$6.00.Directory Removalstudentservices.uwo.caThis service enables students to notify theOffice of the Registrar that they wish to beexcluded from the online Western directorylisting that provides email addresses.Examination Conflictswww.uwo.ca/univsec/handbook/exam/conflicts.pdfA student who is scheduled to write morethan two examinations in any 23-hour periodmay request alternative arrangements throughthe office of the Dean of their faculty.A student who is scheduled to write twoexaminations concurrently must notify theRegistrar so that arrangements may be madefor both examinations to be written in theExamination Conflict Room in a sequenceestablished by the Registrar. A studentscheduled to write an examination thatconflicts with a holy day of that student’sreligion which prohibits such activity shouldseek accommodation under the terms of thepolicy on religious holidays.Examination SchedulePhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/examinations/exam_schedule.htmlFor preliminary examination schedulesthere may be changes. Do NOT make travelplans based on a preliminary schedule.Facebook, Student Centralwww.facebook.com/UWOSCentralFor information on important upcomingdates, available services, and other usefulinformation, check out Student Centralon Facebook at ‘Student Central at TheUniversity of Western Ontario’.FeesSee the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.Final First Semester ExamsCheck studentservices.uwo.ca site under ‘myPresent’Financial Aid AppointmentsPhone: 519-661-2100studentservices.uwo.caFinancial Aid appointments are bookedon line. Login to your Student Services,and select ‘myPresent’, ‘Financial AidCounselling’, and ‘Book Appointment’.Students can only book one appointment in a7 day cycle.GPA Conversion Scalewww.ouac.on.ca/omsaswww.wes.orgPlease note that Western uses a numericgrading scale on transcripts and academicrecords as detailed in the Academic Calendar.To convert your Western average intoa GPA using the OMSAS scale, please visitthe OMSAS website for the most up-to-dateUndergraduate Grading System ConversionTable. Once on the OMSAS website, followContinued…Student CentralSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201361

STUDENT CENTRALStudent CentralContinued from previous page.these steps:1. Calculate your overall average for coursestaken in a particular year or degree.ORUse your course final averages forindividual courses as needed.2. Use COLUMN 3 of the Ontario MedicalSchool Application Service (OMSAS) scaleto find your average.3. Read across the OMSAS conversion tableto the OMSAS value column and obtainthe GPA valueIf you require your Western course gradesand/or degree qualifications verified foranother educational institution, please visitThe World Education Service (WES) for moreinformation.Grade AppealsSee the Academic Information section in this guide.GradesPhone: 519-661-2100student.uwo.cawww.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/grades.htmlSign in to Student Center to view yourfinal grades as they become available.Note: During certain times of the year,grades are suppressed.More information is available on theGrade Report page and Posted Grades pagein Student Center.GraduationPhone: 519-661-2100www.convocation.uwo.caSee the Graduation section in this guideIntent to RegisterPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/course_enrollment/intent_to_register.htmlReturning in September 2013?Undergraduate students must completethe Intent to Register process by Feburary/March 2013 to be permitted access to courseselection during fall/winter registrationthrough the Student Center. Most studentswill complete the Intent to Register processusing the online service. For students unableto complete the Intent to Register processonline, please see your Faculty for a paperform.How to launch the Online Intent toRegister Service:Log into studentservices.uwo.caClick on ‘myPossibilities’Click on ‘Intent to Register’Interest Free StatusPhone: 519-661-2100https://osap.gov.on.ca/prodconsum/groups/forms/documents/forms/tcont003388.pdfThis form is for students currentlystudying full-time and who are not receivingOSAP for the current period of study. Theyare also available at Student Central. Youmust visit Student Central to have your formcompleted.Interest ReliefPhone: 1-877-672-7411https://osap.gov.on.ca/OSAPPortal/en/A-ZListofAid/PRD003208.htmlIf you are a graduate and are havingtrouble repaying your OSAP, there areoptions available to you.Late Registration FeesPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_finances/fees_refunds/online_tuition_account.htmlLate registration fees are charged whenstudents fail to select courses during thedesignated web registration period andmanual intervention is required.2012-2013*Full-Time Canadian student = $145.00Part-Time Canadian student = $72.50* Late registration fees are subject to change.Please refer to www.registrar.uwo.ca for updatedinformation.Letter of PermissionPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/course_enrollment/letter_of_permission.htmlA Letter of Permission is a document thatenables a Western undergraduate to enroll in oneor more specific courses at another Universitywithout having to apply for formal admissionto the other institution. Upon completion, thecourses are transferred to the student’s record atWestern.Students in degree programs at WesternUniversity may take courses at other accrediteduniversities for transfer credits provided theFaculty in which they are currently registeredapproves such courses in advance.The approval is subject to individual Faculty/Department regulations and is granted in theform of a Letter of Permission (issued by theRegistrar’s Office).To obtain a Letter of Permission, pleaseapply at your faculty counselling office as earlyas possible and at least one month prior to thecommencement of classes at the other institution.Letters of Permission may take up to 3 weeksto process from the time they are received at theRegistrar’s Office (signed and approved by bothDepartment and Faculty) and the three week timeframe will be enforced during the peak periodof March 15 until August 31. The applicationform for a Letter of Permission is available at yourAcademic Counselling Office. Fall/Winter Letterof Permission forms will not be processed beforeMay 15 unless there are mitigating circumstances.Lost and FoundSee the Safety and Security section in this guide.Name ChangePhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/updating_personal_information.htmlA student wishing to change his/her namefor the purposes of their student record has twooptions as set out within University Regulations.These two options are outlined below.A student wishing to change his/her name foruse within the Division of Human Resources orAlumni Relations & Development must contactthese areas separately.1. Requests to Change Students’ Names onAcademic Records:Students who wish to change their nameused for official registration purposes arerequired to provide 2 pieces of acceptabledocumentation including photo identificationreflecting the change request. The name willappear on all official academic records,unless otherwise specified.62 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

2. Request to Change Students’ Names onDegree Diplomas:Students who wish to include a variationof their complete name for the purposeof their printed degree are requiredto complete a form located at www.registrar.uwo.ca. The name variation forthe printed degree will be retained as partof the student’s permanent record anddisplayed separately on official transcriptswith the degree conferral information.Official Western LettersPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/official_western_letters.htmlAn Official Western Letter is a documentprepared and sealed by the Registrar’s Officeused for various purposes. Letters may beordered by fax or through Student Central,Room 1120, WSS. Certain letters may also beordered online through your Student Centerstudent.uwo.ca. Official Western Lettersare considered confidential documents andtherefore, cannot be ordered or released toanyone but the student unless authorized bythe student to do so. Cost: $12.00 per letter.Fax and courier fees extra. Payment must bereceived prior to the letter being produced.*Please note that requests made by telephoneor email will not be acceptedWhat can Official Western Letters beused for?• Proof of current or past enrollment• Verification of a degree• Verification of upcoming graduation• Courses taken extra to a degree (QECOletters for teachers)• Statement of current fees or past feespaid• Visa letters (for international students,must be indicated on form)If the letter you require is not listedhere please contact Student Central at519-661-2100 for assistance.What can’t we put on a letter?• Student grades (please order atranscript)• List of courses taken (exceptions madefor Nursing students)OSAPSee the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.Password ReplacementSee Resetting a Forgotten Password in this section.Payment of FeesSee the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.Photo IDSee Western ONECard in this section.PIN RetrievalSee Western Access Code in this section.Privacy PolicySee Safety and Security section in this guide.RefundsSee the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.Registering for CoursesPhone: 519-661-2100student.uwo.ca1. Log in to Student Center: student.uwo.ca2. Check for your course registration start timeunder ‘Enrollment Dates’ on the right handmenu3. Click on ‘Add a class’ (add classes)4. Enter the class number or use ‘search fora class’ to find a class by subject and/orcatalogue number5. Select the appropriate class and lab/tutorialcomponents if necessary.6. Select ‘Next’ to add class to EnrollmentShopping Cart7. Click on ‘Proceed to Step 2 of 3’ to confirm8. Click on ‘Finish Enrolling’9. Review the results10. Select ‘My Class Schedule’ to view course(s)For Summer sessions, students must term activateprior to registering for classes.Summer ActivationWhen? Late February - Mid July.How? Log on to studentservices.uwo.ca todeclare your intention to enroll in summerclasses by clicking on ‘Summer Activation.’Please allow up to 72 hours for web registrationto become available to you through yourStudent Center.Release of InformationPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/general_information/release_of_information.htmlThe privacy of your personal informationis important to us. Due to privacy legislationwe will not release personal informationabout you unless authorized by you to doso. To give a third party (parents/spouse/friends) the ability to access information or aservice on your behalf, log into your StudentContinued…Student CentralSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201363

Continued from previous pageCenter using your Western usernameand password and select the ‘Release ofInformation’ link under ‘Self Service’ -‘Student Center.’ From here you can specifythe individual to whom you wish to giveaccess and the specific access that you wishto assign to this individual.Requests for ReliefPhone: 519-661-2100www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg112.html.See Academic Information section in this guide.Resetting a ForgottenPasswordPhone: 519-661-2100www.uwo.ca/its/identity/resetpw.htmlFor in-person inquiries, visit ITS in theSupport Services Building.STUDENT CENTRALSIN – Social InsuranceNumber Replacement CardPhone: 1-800-622-6232www.servicecanada.gc.caDominion Public Building457 Richmond St., London, OntarioA Social Insurance Number card isrequired identification for in-person OSAPinquiries.Applying at a Service Canada CentreService Canada has made it easy for youto apply for a Social Insurance Number(SIN), to replace your card, or to amendyour SIN record.Simply gather the documents you needand take them to your nearest ServiceCanada Centre. If your application anddocuments are in order, you will get aSocial Insurance Number in one visit andreceive your card within 10 business days.By applying in person at a Service CanadaCentre, you won’t have to send yourpersonal documents in the mail.Applying by MailIf you need to apply by mail, please followthese steps:1. Download an application form from thewebsite, or order the form by phone at1-800-206-7218. Select Option “3”.2. Send your completed application,original documents and payment, ifrequired to:Service CanadaSocial Insurance Registration OfficeP.O. Box 7000, Bathurst, NewBrunswickE2A 4T1Student CardSee Western ONECard in this section.Student Centerstudent.uwo.caStudent Center is a service that providesaccess to your academic record, allowsyou to change your address, and lets youview your personal timetable at anytimethroughout the year. This service also allowsyou to register for courses during certaintimes of the year. Student Center operatesseparately from the main Registrar website.Tax ReceiptsSee the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.Third Party FormsPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/third_party_forms.htmlAny form that must be completed and sealedby the Registrar’s Office to validate registrationor degree confirmation can be submitted toStudent Central in person, by mail, or fax.Note: CPP cannot be faxed.Such forms may include:• Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) - no FAX• Canadian Scholarship Trust Heritage• USC Education Savings PlansCost: $12.00 per form. Payment must bereceived prior to the form being completed.Note: There is no charge for completion of CPPforms.Timetableswww.registrar.uwo.ca/course_enrollment/timetables.htmlTo locate the schedule of classes availablefor a variety of terms for Undergraduate,Continuing Studies, and the Faculty ofEducation pre-service students, please followthe link provided.TranscriptsPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/student_records/transcripts.html$12.00 per copyPayment must accompany all requests priorto processing. Transcripts are processed in 4 to 5business days (does not include mailing time).How to order transcriptsYou can order transcripts in person, bymail, by fax or online. Transcript orders arenot accepted over the phone as an officialsignature from the student is required. Toorder by fax or by mail, fill out the order formfound at the website listed above. To order inperson, please visit Student Central, Room1120, WSS. Once ordered, transcripts willbe sent by Canada Post to their destination,unless courier services or faxing is indicated.Online ordering of Transcripts (WebExpress Transcript Ordering Services)If you would like to order transcriptsonline, please visit studentservices.uwo.ca. Once you have logged onto the system,select ‘myPast,’ followed by ‘order a transcript.’Please note that fax and courier service isNOT available through online ordering. Thereare no holds on online transcripts and thecustomers who use the online service will64 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Redesigned Western ONECardA new Western ONECarddesign will be rolled out for thefall semester.In keeping with Western’snew branding, the Office ofthe Registrar is pleased toannounce the redesign ofthe Western ONECard. Thisamazing new design wascreated by the Student Servicesteam. All new students startingat Western in September 2012will receive a Western ONECardwith the new design.The existing Western ONECarddesign will remain in circulation- and cards with the existingdesign will not be exchangedfor cards with the new design atthis time.While the look of the cardis changing, there are nochanges to the functionalityof the Western ONECard.The Western ONECardcontinues to serve as yourofficial identification on campus(e.g. for exams). You canadd money to it for use at avariety of eateries on and offcampus, including at campusvending machines. The WesternONECard is used to accessthe library, Campus Recreation,labs, and other secure areas.Finally, along with your bus pass,the Western ONECard givesfull-time students full access toLondon Transit services.receive an email confirming their onlinerequest if there were no problems.To confirm receipt of a transcript request,you may contact the Helpline at 519-661-2100 during regular business hours. To checkthe status of your order, sign into the StudentCenter website at student.uwo.ca and select‘Official Transcripts’ (under the ‘Academics’section).TuitionSee the Fees and Financial Aid section in this guide.Twitter, Student Centralwww.twitter.com/UWOSCentralFor information on important upcomingdates, updates on available services, andother useful information, follow StudentCentral on Twitter at ‘UWOSCentral’.UHIPSee the Health and Wellness section in this guide.Visiting StudentsPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/course_enrollment/visiting_students.htmlVisiting Students are students who areadmitted to Western to take courses fortransfer to a degree program at anotheruniversity. If you have questions about youradmissibility, email contact@uwo.ca orcall 519-661-2100 before you submit anapplication.Visiting Students are Western students forthe duration of the session in which they areregistered. As a Visiting Student, you have fullaccess to all USC student services, resourcesand facilities, including the libraries, athleticfacilities and health services.Visiting Students must be in good standingat their home University. They may not be onprobation, suspended or expelled. Transcriptsand TOEFL results are not normally required;however, you may be required to presenta transcript to an academic department toverify your prerequisite course background.Western Access CodePhone: 519-661-2100https://studentservices.uwo.ca/secure/PIN/GetPinInfo.cfmFormerly known as PIN. For in-personinquiries, visit Student Central.Western ONECardPhone: 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/general_information/western_onecard.htmlYour Western ONECard works for youin many ways, including (but not limited to)the following: Gym Access; Bus Pass; LibraryCard; Meal Plan; Building Access; Voting Infoand Discounts at Greyhound.A Western ONECard is issued to everystudent when they first come to WesternUniversity. Students are to keep theirWestern ONECard for the duration of theirstudies and the card is to be used only bythe person to whom it is issued. There is a$26 fee charged to replace a lost or damagedWestern ONECard. To obtain your WesternONECard, please bring a valid piece ofgovernment issued photo ID to StudentCentral, located in room 1120, WesternStudent Services Building.If you lose your Western ONECard thathas a meal plan on it, report it as lost to anycashier on campus or to Student Centraland it will immediately be deactivated. Youare responsible for all transactions or loss offunds prior to deactivation. If you find yourcard after it has been deactivated, you musthave it reactivated at the Meal Plan officelocated at Centre Spot in the UCC.STUDENT CENTRALSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201365

transportation &travelTransportation & TravelAirbus, AboutownPhone: 519-663-2244www.aboutownairbus.ca | 17 York StreetProvides transportation to the TorontoAirport/YYZ or Detroit Airport/DTW.Airbus, Robert QPhone: 519-673-6804www.robertq.com | 105 Wharncliffe Rd. SouthProvides transportation to the TorontoAirport/YYZ or Detroit Airport/DTW.AirportPhone: 519-452-4015 | www.londonairport.on.caLondon International Airport/YXU (followOxford Street eastward).Bicycle Pathswww.london.ca/d.aspx?s=/Transportation/bikepage.htmThe City of London supports bicyclingas an active way to enjoy the many specialfeatures London and Western has to offereither as a recreational pastime or as analternative means of transportation.BusGreyhound Bus TerminalPhone: 1-800-661-8747www.greyhound.ca | 101 York StreetOn campus, tickets can be purchased atthe InfoSource, UCC, 519-434-3250.Bus PassPhone: 519-661-3722www.usc.uwo.ca/buspassPick-up in the new UCC Lounge duringthe following times:August 31: 9am-5pmSeptember 1 to 3: 10am-4pmSeptember 4 to 7: 9am-5pmAfter these days the bus pass can be pickedup at InfoSource Mon. to Thurs. 9am-9pmand Fri. 9am-5pm. Graduate Students seeLTC section below for pick-up.This program is designed to provideunlimited bus transportation for all full-timeundergraduates at Western. The programis effective from September 1 throughAugust 31 annually. Both the bus pass andyour Western ONEcard must be presentedto the driver as you board the bus. Thepass allows unlimited rides, all bus stoplocations, all hours of operation, sevendays a week, including holidays, on allregularly scheduled LTC bus routes. Topick up the USC bus pass you need yourWestern ONEcard.Lost Card: Lost cards can be replacedat the InfoSource, main floor of theUniversity Community Centre. There isa $25 fee for the replacement of a bus pass.Returned passes can be found at InfoSourceor Student Central.ISIC CardSee the Shops and Services section in this guide.Late Night Busing Programwww.westernusc.caThe USC is now providing students with aLate-Night Busing Program. The service willoperate on three different routes on Thursday,Friday and Saturday nights from 12am-3am.The service can be accessed by students byshowing the applicable stickers that they willreceive when they pick-up their bus pass.part-time students will be accommodated aswell.London Transit Commission(LTC)Phone: 519-451-1347 | www.ltconline.caLondon is served by an extensive busnetwork with regular access to the University.Timetables and maps are available atInfoSource (UCC, see map) and online. Yourbus pass is included in your student fee (seeBus Pass above for more information). Anyinquiries should be directed to the USCInfoSource at 519-661-3722. For moreinformation on a Graduate Student (SOGS)pass please call 519-661-3394, www.uwo.ca/sogs or pick up your pass in Room 260,SOGS UCC.ParkingSee the Parking section in this guide.Purple BikesSee the Green Initiatives section in this guide.Shuttle Bus, King’s/Bresciawww.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/parking-transportation/student-transit-informationThis bus is free to all Western students.For a current schedule of stops, please visitthe website above.Shuttle Bus, LoblawsPhone: 519-674-6111 | 1740 Richmond Street NorthProvides free transportation to Masonville/Loblaws on Saturdays. Pick-ups everySaturday at Alumni House, Elgin Hall,Essex Hall, London Hall and Bayfield Hallbetween 1pm-2pm; and drop-offs at the samelocations between 2pm-3pm.Shuttle Bus, USC ExamServicePhone: 519-661-3722 | Email: usc.info@uwo.caDuring the December 2012 and April2013 exams the University Students’ Councilwill be providing students with a late nightShuttle Service for those who plan to studylate at night at Weldon and Taylor Libraries.Shuttle buses will be departing from theNatural Science Building and from OxfordDrive (in front of the UCC). The hours ofservice will be from 11:55pm-2:30am. Forcomplete details please visit the USC websiteat: www.usc.uwo.caShuttle Bus, White Oaks Mallwww.whiteoaksmall.ca/usr/media/uwo_sched.pdfTaxiAboutTown Taxi:...................... 519-432-2222Checker Limousine &Airport Services:...................... 519-659-0400London Taxi:............................ 519-657-1111U-NEED-A-CAB:..................... 519-438-2121TrainPhone: 1-888-842-7245 | www.viarail.caOn campus, tickets can be purchased atTravel Cuts, UCC, 519-661-4070.Windermere ManorPhone: 519-858-1414 | www.windermeremanor.comNeed a place to stay that is close tocampus? The Windermere Manor offers 48fully appointed and tastefully decoratedexecutive suites and guest rooms. Thoughset in the classic elegance and intimatecharm of a memorable country inn of abygone era, Windermere provides all theconveniences a modern business or leisuretraveller demands. Walking distance toWestern University with free parking for allWindermere guests.66 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Volunteer & Clubs94.9 CHRW – Radio WesternSee the Media on Campus section in this guide.Alternative Spring Breakasb.uwo.caWestern offers students the opportunityto participate in a service-learning experienceduring Reading Week each year. Since 2003,hundreds of students from all faculties havetravelled to places like Louisiana, the DominicanRepublic, Costa Rica and Winnipeg to engage incommunity development projects. The programaims to connect students’ academic learningwith real-world issues and enhance their sense ofcivic engagement.ClubsEmail: usc.clubs.coordinator@uwo.cawww.westernclubs.caClubs Week: September 17 - 21, 2012Getting involved with Western’s ClubsCommunity is a great opportunity to get themost out of your Student Experience. Joining aclub opens up many opportunities and allowsfor a balance between academic life and extracurricularactivities. With nearly 200 clubs tochoose from, there is something for everyone!ElectionsSee the Leadership section in this guide.EnviroWestern, USCEmail: usc.environment@uwo.caEnvirowestern.caEnviroWestern is the student answer toenvironmental issues, providing both action andadvocacy for issues important to students, aswell as numerous opportunities to get involved.Check out the website listed above for moreinformation on how to get involved with therange of projects undertaken each year.Faculty Students’ Councils,Clubs and AssociationsVisit your Faculty or School’s website to findout about how to get involved with differentCouncils, Clubs and Associations at the Facultylevel. It’s a great way to get involved. If you goto www.westernu.ca and click on ‘Faculties’on the right hand menu, it will link you to allthe Faculties and Schools at Western.GazetteSee the Media on Campus section in this guide.Interfraternity Council,Westermwww.uwofraternities.comThis is the body that helps organize andmaintain the fraternities and the excitingdynamic they provide in addition to yourstudent experience. Looking for valuableconnections to your field of study or futurecareer, or to expand on your social or athleticexperience? Find us on the Concrete beachafter O-Week and introduce yourself!International Income TaxPreparation (IITP) Volunteerswww.iesc.uwo.ca/iitpIITP volunteers are Western studentswhose role is to assist international students(individually or in small groups) andtheir spouses/partners with completingtheir Canadian Income Tax forms duringthe Income Tax Clinic held in March. Inaddition to enhancing their cross-culturalcommunication skills, IITP volunteers canbenefit from learning how to file their owntaxes and become familiar with internationalstudent tax issues. Training and VolunteerCertificates are provided by Canada RevenueAgency. For more information, please contactiesc@uwo.ca, or visit us at the Internationaland Exchange Student Centre in Room 2120,WSS. Please visit our website in December forinformation on IITP volunteer recruitment forSpring 2013.International PeerConnection (IPC)www.iesc.uwo.ca/peerThe IPC program connects newinternational (graduate, undergraduate, andexchange) students with current Westernstudents called Peer Guides. Peer Guides arefamiliar with the Western campus and havehad a variety of international and interculturalexperiences of their own. Peer Guides act asguides, resource people, cultural interpretersand friendly supports to new internationalstudents during their transition to Westernand Canada. Volunteering as a Peer Guideis an opportunity to enhance intercultural,leadership and helping skills as well as todevelop international friendships. For moreinformation, please contact iesc@uwo.ca,or visit us at the International and ExchangeStudent Centre in Room 2120, WSS. Pleasevisit our website (www.iesc.uwo.ca/peer)in early 2013 for information on Peer Guiderecruitment for 2013-2014.volunteer & clubsSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013Continued…67

volunteer & clubsVolunteer & ClubsLet’s Talk Sciencewww.letstalkscience.ca/uwoMiddlesex College room 11Let’s Talk Science volunteers get pairedwith teachers in the community and visitclassrooms to do hands-on science activitieswith students; guide field trips and laboratorytours; provide science fair mentoring andjudging; offer organized workshops in fieldslike biotechnology and physics; engagestudents in bona fide scientific research; givewhole-school workshops and presentations;and give workshops at museums orcommunity events!Leadership and MentorshipProgram (LAMP)See the Leadership section in this guide.McIntosh GalleryEmail: mcintoshgallery@uwo.caA unique opportunity to engage with thevisual arts. Research the collection or getinvolved with the McIntosh’s many specialprojects and events. Volunteer and part-time,paid work-study positions available.Off to Westernwww.alumni.uwo.ca/get-involved/students/otwOff to Western events are hosted in Augustby Alumni Western, in select hometowns thatsend first year students off to Western in thefall. Current students and new graduates areHometown Volunteers and speak to incomingfirst year students about their studentexperience at Western including O-Week,living in residence, academics and social life.Orientation Weekwww.westernusc.caEmail: usc.oweek@uwo.ca.Orientation Week is one of the mostimportant programs the USC provides forthe students at Western. Not only does theprogram help welcome the incoming classof first year students, it also provides 800volunteer positions for upper year students.Each Orientation leader (Soph) is chosenthrough a selection process from a pool of1500 applicants. There are five differenttypes of Soph positions available: ResidenceSophs, Charity Sophs, Faculty Sophs, USCTeam Sophs, and Affiliated College Sophs.Leadership positions are also available, such asbeing the Head Soph of a team, or a memberof Orientation Staff that works directly withthe Orientation Coordinator in planning theweek.SERT – Student EmergencyResponse TeamSee the Safety and Security section in this guide.Society of Off-CampusStudents (SOCS)See the Leadership section in this guide.Sport Clubswwww.westernmustangs.caCampus Recreation currently facilitates17 student sport clubs, including variousmartial arts, triathlon, synchronizedswimming, and more. A Campus Recreationsport club is a sanctioned organization,established by students, that provides anopportunity for all Campus Recreationmembers to participate in a specific sportor physical activity. Involvement in a sportclub is strictly voluntary; they are designedto enhance the University experience.Sport clubs may emphasize any or all ofthe following: socialization, instructionand skill development, student leadershipdevelopment, and competition.University Students’ Council(USC)www.westernusc.caRoom 340, UCCAs Canada’s largest student union, theUSC is committed to making your Universityexperience enriching, exciting, and enjoyable.In addition to programming events andmanaging University Community Centreoperations, the USC lobbies all levels ofgovernment to ensure that your educationis affordable, accessible, and of the highestquality both socially and academically. Youcan get involved by becoming a representativeon the council, working on committees,volunteering at our media outlets, orcoordinating numerous USC projects likeTheatre Western, Cultural Caravan, CharityBall, and more! The USC publishes Canada’sonly daily student newspaper, The Gazette,and operates 94.9 CHRW, an award-winningradio station. The USC also provides a varietyof services including a bus pass, student healthplan, food bank, and student groups likePride Western, the Women’s Issues Network,EnviroWestern, and over 180 clubs.Commissioners are the foundation of yourUniversity Students’ Council. They overseemajor USC events such as awareness weeksand campus-wide campaigns. Applications forall Commissioner positions will be available inFebruary at the USC Office in the UCC Room340. Unfilled Commissioner positions will reopenin September. Visit www.usc.uwo.ca tosee which ones you can still apply for.The University Students’ Council iscomprised of many committees, each ofwhich serves a specific function. Many USCcommittees include at least one student-atlargeposition. Applications for committeepositions will be available in September at theUSC office. To find out more about a specificcommittee or how to apply, visit the USCwebsite.68 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

USC ClubsEmail: usc.clubs.coordinator@uwo.cawww.westernclubs.caEvery year thereare more than 19,500members involved withUniversity Students’Council clubs, and withmore than 180 clubs tochoose from, you’ll soonsee why! Joining a clubis an easy way to connectwith people who sharesimilar goals and interests.Each club is run bystudents, for students.The clubs system hassomething for everyone,whether your interestis political, cultural, orrecreational. Sign up duringClubs Week in Septemberand January in the UCCAtrium, or start your ownclub! For more information, visit the websiteor email above.volunteer & clubsVolunteers In Progress (VIP)www.sdc.uwo.ca/vipEach year more than 100 volunteersparticipate in the VIP program byvolunteering as English ConversationLeaders, Learning Skills Assistants,Marketing and Promotion Assistants,SDC Office Assistants, IESC ActivityCoordinators, IESC Newsletter AssistantEditors, Peer Mentors, VIP StudentCoordinators, IEP Administrative Assistants,etc. Created by Western students in 1983,the program was designed to complementstudents’ academic life by providing themwith an opportunity to gain career-relatedskills and experience.Western Foot PatrolSee the Safety and Security section in this guide.Western Serveswesternserves.uwo.caWestern Serves is a one-day communityservice learning program offered by TheStudent Success Centre designed to increaseparticipants’ social awareness and knowledgeof volunteer opportunities in the Londoncommunity. Students, faculty and staffparticipate together in meaningful serviceexperiences at a variety of communityagencies, including the Boys & Girls Cluband ReForest London. Western Serves takesplace annually in September.Western’s Volunteer Program(WVP)Phone: 519-661-3559wvp.uwo.caThe Student Success Centre designedWestern’s Volunteer Program (WVP) to provideWestern students with practical experienceand the opportunity to enhance their civicresponsibility while addressing campuscommunity needs. Through WVP, students aregiven the opportunity to work on a volunteerbasis under the guidance of a supervisor fromWestern or an affiliated institution. Thesesupervisors include faculty and staff who arewilling to mentor committed Western studentsthroughout the year for 3-10 hours a week.Check out the website, or drop by Room 210,UCC.Writing Support CentrePeer Tutor Programwww.sdc.uwo.ca/writing/index.html?peer_tutoringThe Writing Support Centre’s volunteerwriting tutors offer feedback on studentwriting. For more information visit theServices to Help you Succeed section.STUDENT GUIDE 2012-201369

WESTERN BUILDINGSWestern BuildingsMore information about all the items below can be found in the Student Central and Fees &Financial Aid sections in this guide or at www.registrar.uwo.caOnline Servicesstudent.uwo.caRegistrationView Final GradesClass SchedulesApply to GraduateAddress ChangeTuition Account BalanceT2202A Tuition Tax Receiptstudentservices.uwo.caTranscript RequestExam SchedulesApply for OSAP, Bursaries, WorkstudyBook Financial Aid AppointmentTo view sessional dates and onlinepublications, go towesterncalendar.uwo.caStudent Central, Room 1120 WSSFirst Floor:Student Central – Room 1120Student Financial Aid – Office of the Registrar,Room 1100Second Floor:Examination Services (including Distance Studies)– Office of the Registrar, 2140International and Exchange Student Centre – 2120Indigenous Services – Student DevelopmentCentre, Reception Room 2100CIn-Person ServicesRespond to questions about admissions,OSAP, financial aid, scholarships,tuition, registration, graduationand moreWestern ONECardTranscript, Official Western Letter andCourse Description RequestsTuition PaymentsRefund ChequesThird Party FormsDiploma Pickup and ReplacementRequestLetters of PermissionName ChangesInterest Relief FormsEmergency Financial Aid AppointmentsGraduation Application and DeferralsT4A replacement requestsTelephone HelplineServices519-661-2100Course Registration HelpStudent Center AssistanceRefund RequestsT4A replacement requestsOSAP InformationFinancial Aid InformationTranscript and Official Western LetterOrdering InformationGraduation InformationAdmissions InformationLocations for areas in the Western Student Services Building wss.uwo.caThird Floor:Experiential Learning, 3100Office of the Ombudsperson, 3135Undergraduate Admissions, 3140Undergraduate Recruitment, 3140Fourth Floor:Students with Disabilities – Student DevelopmentServices, Reception Room 4111Learning Skills Services – Student DevelopmentBuilding Short Forms(as scheduled in the timetable)Services; Reception Room 4111Writing Support Centre – Student DevelopmentServices; Reception Rm. 4112Psychological Services – Student DevelopmentServices; Reception, Room 4112UCC, Second Floor:Student Success Centre – Room 210Short Form Building Name Short Form Building Name3M Ctr3M CenterNCBNorth Campus BuildingAHAlumni HallNSCNatural Sciences CentreB&GSBiological and Geological SciencePABPhysics and Astronomy BuildingBUCBrescia University CollegeSEBSpencer Engineering BuildingCHBChemistry BuildingSHSomerville HouseDSBDental Science BuildingsSSCSocial Science CentreECElHRHSAHSBHUCElborn College (Entrance recommendedthrough south doors)Elgin Hall ResidenceHealth Sciences AdditionArthur & Sonia Labatt Health SciencesBuildingHuron University CollegeSTaBSTvHSTPSSSBTCTHStaging BuildingStevenson HallSt. Peter’s SeminarySupport Services BuildingTalbot CollegeThames HallIVEYIvey Business SchoolUCUniversity CollegeKUCKing’s University CollegeUCCUniversity Community CentreLwHLawson HallWSSWestern Student Services BuildingMBMusic BuildingVACJohn Labatt Visual Arts CentreMCMiddlesex CollegeWSCWestern Science Centre (Paterson Building)MSBMedical Science BuildingWSRCWestern Student Recreation Centre70 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

TERMAlumniAncillary FeesBursaryConvocationCurriculumVitae (CV)FroshGraduateIntent toRegisterInternshipITSLAMPUniversity-SpeakA Guide for Parents and StudentsUniversity is an exciting time for Students and their Parents, but it can also be a sometimes dauntingexperience. The sheer size of the campus and the number of people working and studying here may makethe school seem like its own town and, like any town, it has its own character,rituals, and even language. This guide is intended to help you familiarizeyourself with some of the terminology, the “University-Speak,” that you mayencounter at Western. Understanding some of the jargon and expressionsused around you is one of the best steps to feeling “at home.”Of the more than 260,000Western alumni worldwide,approximately 35,000 callLondon home.DEFINITIONIronically, the first word in our Guide describes what youwill be once you have finished University. Alumni is plural;Alumnus is singular and refers to a former student of aspecific school, College, or University.Ancillary Fees are supplementary costs that are in additionto a principle fee (i.e. an Ancillary Fee may be required forspecial access to recreational facilities).A Bursary is a non-repayable grant usually awarded tostudents based on financial need.Convocation means a group of people gathered for aceremony (i.e. Graduation).From Latin meaning “course of life.” Like a résumé, aCV or “vita” is a summary of your skills, experience, andeducation. It is quite detailed and is often longer than2 pages. CVs are the documents required to apply forGraduate School, scientific research, and academicpositions.Frosh is a gender-less short-form for “Freshmen” and refersto new or first-year students.A Graduate is a student who has earned a degree.Graduate School refers to a division of the University whichoffers courses leading to degrees more advanced than theBachelor’s Degree (i.e. Master’s Degree, PhD Degree).First-year students must complete their Intent toRegister by February/March of their first year of studies.This document indicates their intention to return toWestern in September for a second year and declarestheir intended area of study.Internships are offered in different programs at differentstages of a student’s academic career. If you participate in oneof these programs, you are an Intern. An Intern is a personwho works as an apprentice or trainee in an occupation orprofession to gain practical experience. An Internship is anofficial or formal program that provides practical experience forbeginners in an occupation or profession.ITS (Information Technology Services) is the front-linesupport for all aspects of computing services at Western.(www.uwo.ca/its)LAMP (Leadership and Mentor Program) is designed tohelp first-year students learn leadership skills and, bypairing them with upper-year students, will expose themto a supportive learning community. LAMP is intended toguide new students through their first year of University life.TERMO-WeekPost-DegreePostgraduateSERTSophsTermTranscriptUndergraduateVarsity TeamsWork StudyDEFINITIONO-Week is Orientation Week—that week at the beginningof the school year designed to ease transition into life atWestern. A variety of programs are scheduled to encouragenew students to meet other students, familiarize themselveswith the campus, and become comfortable with their new“home.” “Shinerama” (a cystic fibrosis fundraiser) and the“Terry Fox Run” (part of the “Marathon of Hope” event insupport of cancer research) are two of the O-Week programs.Post-Degree refers to that time after a Degree (i.e.Bachelor’s Degree) has been earned. Post-DegreeDiploma Programs occur after the first Degree and areoften designed to complement an Undergraduate Degree.A Postgraduate is a Student who has obtained a degreefrom a University and is pursuing studies for a moreadvanced qualification. A Postgraduate Program is aprogram available to students who have graduated andearned a first Degree (i.e. Bachelor’s Degree).SERT (Student Emergency Response Team) is a teamof Western students brought together by their shared desireto help other people (i.e. in case of emergency and first-aidsituations).Sophs or Sophomores are upper-year studentsTerm refers to a set duration of time during which classestake place. For example, in the Fall Term, “First Term”Courses run from September until December; in the WinterTerm, “Second Term” Courses run from January untilApril. Specific dates for each Term can be found in theStudent Guide or on the Registrar’s Website (www.registrar.uwo.ca/index.cfm)A Transcript is a copy of a student’s academic recordthat indicates dates, courses, grades, etc. certified by theRegistrar with the Western seal.An Undergraduate is a University student who has notearned a first or Undergraduate Degree (i.e. Bachelor’sDegree). Undergraduate Studies refer to those studiesthat occur prior to earning/finishing a first/UndergraduateDegree.Varsity Teams are the principal athletic teams thatrepresent Western and compete against the principal athleticteams from other Universities.Work Study is a part-time employment program whichallows students to work on campus in flexible environmentsthrough Fall and Winter terms. To qualify for Work Study,students must be Canadian citizens, have a 60% (or more)course loads, and demonstrate financial need.University-Speak articleSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201371

Affiliated University CollegesBrescia University CollegeBrescia University CollegePhone: 519- 432-8353Email: brescia@uwo.ca | www.brescia.uwo.caBrescia University College at Western University1285 Western RoadLondon, Ontario, Canada N6G 1H2A University Built for Women byWomenBrescia University College is located onbeautiful grounds next to Western Universitywith which it is affiliated. Brescia students enjoythe activity and resources of a large Universityplus the sense of community that is found on asmall campus.Brescia provides academic programming ofthe highest quality. Faculty members in all fieldsare respected scholars with an active interestin undergraduate teaching. Faculty research insuch fields as nutrition, sociology, communitydevelopment, religious studies and Englishliterature is innovative and well regarded.As Canada’s only University-level women’scollege, Brescia focuses on the needs of womenlearners. Brescia students encounter manyopportunities to develop their leadershippotential and are encouraged to play decisionmakingroles in campus organizations.Brescia students learn to think critically andto challenge accepted opinion. These analyticalskills prepare women for the challenges of futurecareers and social responsibilities.Academic DivisionsAcademic DeanDr. John Mitchelljbmitche@uwo.caPhone: 519-432-8353 ext. 28363Associate Academic Dean (Student Affairs)Dr. Leslie Janesljanes@uwo.caPhone: 519-432-8353 ext. 28363Division of Arts and Humanities• Programs in English, Modern Languages,Religious Studies and PhilosophyDivision of Food and Nutritional Sciences• Division of Food and Nutritional Sciences- Programs in Nutrition and Dietetics, andFood Science and TechnologyDivision of Social Sciences• Programs in History, Management andOrganizational Studies, Political Science,Psychology and Leadership StudiesDivision of Sociology and Family Studies• Programs in Sociology, CommunityDevelopment and Family Studies,Crime and Communities, Families andCommunities, and Nutrition and FamiliesAcademic Support and AdvisingBrescia produces an Academic Guide whichcontains important information to help first yearstudents achieve academic success.ADD/DROPBrescia Registrar’s OfficeRoom 11, Mother St. James Memorial BuildingHours: Monday-Friday: 8am-4pmPhone: 519-858-5151Fax: 519-858-5137Email: brescia@uwo.caBrescia Registrar’s OfficeRoom 11, Mother St. James Memorial BuildingHours: Monday to Friday, 8am-4pmPhone: 519-858-5151Fax: 519-858-5137Email: brescia@uwo.caBrescia Students’ CouncilPhone: 519-432-8353 ext. 20105www.bucsc.caIf you have any questions about BUCSCelections, please contact our VP Administration,at vpadministration@bucsc.ca.Fall-Winter (Sept.-April)Academic Advising Hours:By appointmentMonday to Thursday: 9:30am-11:30amDrop inMonday to Thursday: 1:30-3:30pmCall 519-858-5151 to book an appointment.Please call ahead to ensure an advisor will beavailable to meet with you regarding:• Course selection• Program registration• Academic accommodation• Advising appointmentsFees, Scholarships andFinancial AidBusiness Office, St. James Building, Main FloorPhone: 519-432-8353 ext. 28382Fax: 519-858-5116Office Hours: Weekdays: 8:30am-4:30pmOpting out of the USC Health PlanStudents with equivalent coverage maychoose to opt-out of the USC Health Plan.The deadline to apply for this refund isSeptember 28, 2012, and must be completedonline at www.studentbenefits.ca.Brescia Parking for 12/13Application will be available starting July 1through the Business Office (business@uwo.ca). Cost is $370.00, taxes included.Work Study for Fall/Winter 12/13Students can apply for Fall/Winter WorkStudy starting August 1, 2012.Other Bursaries and FinancialAssistanceVisit room 152 of the St. James BuildingPhone: 519-432-8353 ext. 28382Fax: 519-858-5116Email: brfinaid@uwo.ca72 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Brescia’s first classwas comprised ofseven young women.ScholarshipsAll admission and continuing scholarshipswill be applied directly to your fees account.Any questions can be directed to business@uwo.ca or msimm@uwo.ca. Check yourfees invoice at: www.brescia.uwo.ca/tuition_scholarships/paying_your_bill/index.htmlSummer School TuitionYou must contact Western regardingsummer tuition and summer OSAP. Yoursummer tuition balance will be located onyour Student Centre.Student Financial Services at Westernis located in Room 1140, Western StudentServices Building. Call the Western Help Lineat 519-661-2100 or email finaid@uwo.ca.Food ServicesCastle CaféLocated in lower level of Ursuline Hall. Open7am-7:30pm. (A meal card can be purchased atthe Business Office so you don’t need to carrycash.)Get Ready for Intent toRegister (ITR)The Brescia Advising Team will behosting a number of sessions to assist youwith your academic planning for September2013. Intent to Register is the formal processof recording your program for next year. Allreturning students are required to submittheir ITR.After final grades are posted in May,students may check their ‘adjudicationcomments’ at student.uwo.ca.Government Assistance forNon-Ontario StudentsIf you are not a resident of Ontario,information on your home province’s financialassistance program can be obtained through theCanada Student Loan Program website.Medical AccommodationNote: If you consulted Student HealthServices on-campus, use the Records Releaseform available in the Brescia Registrar’s Office.Ontario Student AssistanceProgram (OSAP)See the Fees and Financial Aid Section in this guide.Applications are available each spring from:• The Business Office at Brescia (for paperapplications only)• Online at osap.gov.on.caStudents are encouraged to apply early.All applications and/or applicationinformation must be submitted to the BusinessOffice at Brescia. When applying for OSAPassistance online, please remember to select TheUniversity of Western Ontario as your primaryschool selection. Brescia is affiliated withWestern University, but all financial assistancefor Brescia students is administered at Brescia.Students, along with their parents and spousewith applicant consent, are encouraged to reviewtheir individual situation with the FinancialAid Officer. If you feel you are in a situationthat requires special consideration, please makean appointment to see Brescia’s Financial AidOfficer in the Business Office, Room 110.DeadlinesFall/Winter Fee Deferment to OSAPdeadline - All students should apply no laterthan June 30th with all signature sheets and alloutstanding paperwork submitted no later thanthe third week of July annually. You may deferpayment of tuition until your loan documentsare received if you applied for OSAP by theBrescia deadlines, and you have receivedconfirmation from the Ministry that you willbe receiving sufficient OSAP to cover fees due.Typically you should receive this confirmationautomatically before the August fee paymentdate by either paper or email depending on thechoice of communication you chose at the timeof application, or you may check your status onthe OSAP website.Please note that the academic year at Bresciais 34 weeks in length—two terms. A studentapplying for summer OSAP completes a separateapplication in early spring.ParkingSee Fees, Scholarships and Financial Aid in this section.Resources @ the Registrar’sOffice• Academic Calendars • Brescia Timetable• Module Sheets • Bus Schedules• Summer Timetable • Exam Schedules• Registration HandbooksThere are three summer sessions:Intersession (early May to mid June);Summer Evening (early May to late July) andSummer Day (early July to mid August).Services @ the BresciaRegistrar’s Office• Academic Advising• Add/Drop• Paper Add/Drop will be in the Bresciaauditorium• All Brescia students must drop offcompleted paper Add/Drop formsfor signature and processing to theBrescia auditorium• Dean’s Waiver information• Getting around campus• Graduation information andinstructions on how to apply tograduate• Applying for a Letter of Permission totake a course at another University• Program registration• Room Bookings: except Auditoriumand Oak Room (available throughPrincipal’s Office)• UHIPShuttle Bus, King’s/Bresciawww.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/parking-transportation/student-transit-information/This bus is free to all Western students.For a current schedule of stops, please visitthe website above.Want to Get Involved?You’re not too late! There are usually severalpositions that will be re-opened in the Fall By-Elections. Visit our website for more details.Writing Centrewww.brescia.uwo.ca/academics/writing_center/St. James Building - Room 40Brescia’s Writing Centre welcomes allstudent writers. Develop your writing skills inconversation with Brescia’s Writing Instructoror Peer Tutors. We share writing strategies,a resource library and access to onlineinformation. Bring your ideas, doodles, drafts,or blank pages. We’ll encourage and help youto develop an effective voice in the academiccommunity.Individual Writing Instruction• Drop in or book an appointment inRoom 40 (After hours at McCannStudent Services Centre)• Plan to visit for up to 50 minutes (15minutes during peak hours)• Discover Writing style guides andreferences• Use our ESL resourcesBrescia University CollegeSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201373

Affiliated University CollegesHuron University CollegeAdd/DropSee the Student Central section in this guide.Athletics and RecreationSee the Sports and Recreation section in this guide.BursariesHuron Bursaries• Non-repayable grants ranging from$250-$3,000 per year• Applicants must demonstrate financialneed• Apply through the Financial Aid Office,519-438-7224, ext. 215Fees and Financial SupportTuition Fees: Room A116 HUC;Phone: 519- 438-7224, ext. 216OSAP and Bursaries: Room A120, HUC;Phone: 519- 438-7224, ext. 215Hours of OperationMonday to Friday: 8:30am-4pmAppointments are not necessary.Huron University CollegePhone: 519-438-7224Email: huron@uwo.cawww.huronuc.caRoom W28, Huron University College1349 Western Road, London, ON N6G 1H3A Brief Look at Huron’s PastHuron University College wasincorporated on May 5, 1863, and is thefounding college of Western University.Originally established as Huron College,Huron changed its name to HuronUniversity College with Royal Assent in June2000. To be part of Huron is to be part ofone of the oldest University communities inCanada.In 1951, Huron moved to its presentlocation and has since seen major growthnot only in its student enrollment, butalso in its residence facilities, classrooms,library, and faculty offices. From its modestbeginnings in 1956 with 45 full-timestudents, the Faculty of Arts and SocialScience (originally known as the Faculty ofArts), now boasts a student enrollment ofover 1,200 full-time students. Our Facultyof Theology continues to attract students toits Bachelor of Theology, Master of Divinity,Master of Theological Studies and Master ofArts (Theology) programs. The two Facultiesenroll a diverse student body of about 1,300,with students from across Canada andaround the world.Academic CounsellorsDebbie Chadwick (B.A.), Academic CounsellorPhone: 519-438-7224 ext. 276dchadwi2@huron.uwo.caAndrea Legato (B.A., M.A.), Academic CounsellorPhone: 519-438-7224 ext. 252alegato2@uwo.caHours of Operation:Monday to Friday: 9am-4pmDrop in to book an appointment or call 519-438-7224 ext. 244The Academic Counselling office at HuronUniversity College is located in the WestWing of the College in the Academic ServicesCentre (A.S.C.). The Academic Counsellorsare qualified to assist students with theiracademic programs, selection of courses, andfuture educational planning. They are alsoavailable to help students with any academicdifficulties that they are experiencing and toguide students to the appropriate servicesavailable on campus if needed.Academic Services CentreThis centre has been designed to provideHuron University College students withall of the tools necessary to be successfulthroughout their undergraduate career andbeyond. If you need any academic assistanceremember A.S.C.• Academic Counselling• Career Services• Writing CentreFoodwww.huronuc.ca/dininghallAll students living in residence mustparticipate in the food plan. Students dine inthe Huron Dining Hall, located on Huron’scampus just a short walk from the residences.Other Western students may also dine here aswell. Huron students may choose to increasetheir eating options by adding Western fooddollars to their card, which gives studentsaccess to Western University outlets, as wellas selected places in the City of London. Yourfood card operates on a declining balancesystem that updates your balance each timeyou make a purchase at the Food Court.Housing/Residencehuronuc.ca/housingHuron offers a number of residence optionsfor first- and upper-year students. Huronresidence spaces are open to Western studentsas space permits. Please contact the Residenceoffice at: 519-438-7224 x204 or huronrez@uwo.ca for further information.Intent to RegisterIf you are planning to return or transfer toHuron in September, you must indicate yourIntent to Register on-line by the deadline.If you do not complete the online Intentto Register form, you will not be sent aregistration/course selection package in June,and you won’t be able to register for coursesfor the Fall/Winter term.74 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

Huron is one of NorthAmerica’s smallestuniversities with astudent body of about1,300.International Peer GuideProgramThis program provides Canadian students(as “Peer Guides”) the opportunity to makefriends and to gain valuable experienceworking with international students througha series of international activities andinternational coffee mornings. The purposeof these activities is to introduce internationaland exchange students to Canadian culturaland social life and to provide opportunities forsocial interaction between the Canadian andinternational communities at Huron.Office of the RegistrarRoom W25Phone: 519-438-7224 ext. 204Email: huron@uwo.caHours of Operation:Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri.: 8:30am-4pmTues.: 10am-4pmPlease note all requests for letters ofenrollment, signatures on governmentdocuments, insurance, scholarship etc.forms must be processed through the HuronRegistrar’s Office. Verification of Enrollmentrequest forms are available at: huronuc.ca/voe.Requests for official transcripts must bemade through Western University Registrar’sOffice (See Student Central section in thisguide) Room 1120, WSS.OSAPApplicants can find informationregarding this program as well as the on-lineapplication in the Fees and Finance sectionin this guide or on the OSAP website locatedat osap.gov.on.caParkingSee the Parking section in this guide.Registration at HuronThe module program permits Huronstudents to combine an area of study withone of the other Huron program areas orwith a major or minor offered at WesternUniversity, Brescia University College orKing’s University College. Huron studentscan take up to 2.0 courses per year at theother Western campuses as long as the courseis not offered at Huron.Western, King’s and Brescia studentscan enroll in 1.0 courses at Huron per year.Huron students graduate with a degree fromThe University of Western Ontario with aHuron distinction.ScholarshipsPhone: 519-438-7224, ext. 281Email: huron@uwo.cahuronuc.ca/scholarshipshuronuc.ca/seniorscholarshipHuron University College rewards academicexcellence and provides a number of automaticscholarships as well as scholarships that requirean application.Student Clubs and Activitieswww.myhuron.caWith just over 1,300 students, Huron is agreat place to make a lifetime of friendships.Students get incredible support and encouragementfrom faculty and fellow students.Involvement OpportunitiesAt Huron it is easy to get involved and thereare many positions on campus that provideleadership experience.Some opportunities include: Students’Council, Dam the Stress Mentors, PromotionsCrew, and the various committees (Formals,Fashion Show, charities, etc.)HUCSC Event list:Homecoming, Formal, Boat Cruise, AlumniEvents, Wrap it Up, Think Pink, Battle of theBands, Huron IdolSome Huron Clubs include:French Club, Huron Underground DramaticSociety, Huron Literary Society, Sandwich Club,SAMAJ Cultural Club, GLOBE, Golf Club, JAM(Just About Music), History Club, Huron Heat(Dance Club)In addition to all of the clubs and activitiesoffered at Huron, students may also takeadvantage of all that Western University has tooffer, www.usc.uwo.ca.Undergraduate ProgramsAcademic ProgramsEconomics, English, French and AsianStudies, Global Studies, History, JewishStudies, Management and OrganizationalStudies, dual degrees with HBA Ivey,Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology,Scholars Electives, TheologyExchangesHuron University Collegehas 21 formal exchangeagreements with universitiesaround the world in manydifferent countries.International Study Centreat Herstmonceux CastleStudents admittedto Huron may apply tospend their first year atthe International Study Centre (ISC) atHerstmonceux Castle, in Sussex, England. Aftercompleting their first year of study at the ISC,the students return to Canada to complete theirdegree at Huron.Study AbroadOther study abroad opportunities can bearranged by students to attend universitiesworld-wide, lasting anywhere between a weekto a year. Many of these opportunities includecourses for credit towards their degree atHuron.Volunteer OpportunitiesIf you do not want to study abroad, but stillwish to be involved in our international initiativesyou can volunteer with GLOBE. This studentclub networks with a number of committeesconcerned with active involvement in worldissues. Some of the committees include: WUSC- activities include education and awareness ofissues faced by developing countries, sponsorshipof a refugee student each year (to attendHuron); Amnesty International Committeeeducatesand takes action against human rightsabuse; Red Cross Committee-conducts educationalcampaigns about humanitarian concerns.Writing Services at HuronPhone: 519-438-7224 ext. 244www.huronuc.ca/writingcentreThere are a number of services that havebeen developed to help students improve theiracademic essay writing skills at Huron.Graduating students who wish to receive aCertificate of Proficiency in Writing must takethe Writing Proficiency assessment again in theyear that they graduate. A score of 4 or higheron this writing assessment allows students toreceive the Certificate upon graduation. Manypeople have found this a useful qualification toattach to their resumes. This year at graduationwe awarded four Certificates of Proficiency andone Certificate of Excellence in Writing.The Writing Centre staff, along with the PeerWriting Instructors, provide individual helpwith writing problems and give workshops onwriting skills. We also have many free handoutsavailable at the Writing Centre which will helpyou strengthen your writing skills.Huron University CollegeSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-201375

Affiliated University CollegesKing’s University CollegeKing’s University CollegePhone: 519-433-3491www.kings.uwo.caFounded in 1955, King’s is a Catholic,co-educational, liberal arts, universitycollege affiliated with Western University.King’s has 3300 full-time and 400 part-timestudents from all faiths and backgroundswho are interested in the benefits of smallclasses, quality teaching and a communityatmosphere. Students are encouraged to‘Get Connected and Make a Difference’ andare supported by extensive programming,support services, scholarships and volunteeropportunities to help enable them to leavetheir mark on the world. King’s offersBachelor degrees in Management andOrganizational Studies, Childhood andSocial Institutions, Social Justice and PeaceStudies, Arts and Social Science, Social Workas well as a Masters in Social Work.Add/Drop, Fall/WinterFor Add/Drop deadlines, go to:www.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/2012/pg9.htmlPlease note that King’s part-timestudents taking 3.0 courses or less inclass, pay their fees directly to the King’sFinance Office. King’s part-time studentstaking an on-line distance study coursepay the fee for that course to maincampus.For Add/Drop deadlines, go to: www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/coursesenrolment/program-and-course-planning/add-drop-courses/During the off-line registration period,King’s students must submit their Add/Dropforms to an Academic Counsellor for finalapproval. King’s Academic Dean’s officecontact information: Dante Lenardon Hall(DL) 104; academic.dean@uwo.ca; 519-433-3491, ext. 4406Academic Counselling drop-in hours:www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/courses-enrolment/program-and-courseplanning/add-drop-coursesSummer School Add/Drop Deadlineswww.westerncalendar.uwo.ca/pdfs/ImportantDates2013.pdfPaper Add/Drop Instructions for King’sstudents (when web registration isclosed):1) Get an Add/Drop form from DL104 andfill it out.2. Get Department signatures on the formfrom the relevant Department (at King’sor another campus).3) Come to King’s Academic Dean’s Office(DL104) during drop-in hours (seeabove) to get an Academic Counsellor’sapproval/signature on the form.Food Services at King’sKing’s Food Services offers customerorientedeateries featuring broad andvaried menu choices. We have created anenvironment that offers students quality,value, convenience and excitement. Weare always working to bring you fun andnutritious dining choices that fit in withyour lifestyle. Your options include nationalbrands, comfort foods, display cooking,convenience items, gourmet coffee, sushiand much more that is available to all King’sstudents.We are committed to providing qualityfood, service and value with innovativeprograms in order to meet your changingneeds. Your satisfaction is our number-onepriority.Hours of OperationThames MarketMonday to Thursday: 8am-9pmFriday: 8am-7pmSaturday & Sunday: 11am-7pmTim HortonsMonday to Thursday: 8am-9pmFriday: 8am-3pmSaturday & Sunday: ClosedGeneral Bursaries519-433-3491 or 1-800-265-4406 ext. 4317, 4410,4355 or 4319www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/scholarships-awards-and-bursaries/Contact King’s University College Student FinancialServices Office to book a financial aid appointment.Students that do not qualify for otherKing’s University College Bursaries that maybe experiencing financial difficulties areencouraged to apply for this bursary. Thisbursary is also available to students that mayfind themselves in a financial emergencysuch as unexpected medical expenses notcovered by normal provincial or federalfunding. Each application is reviewed indetail and decisions are made on a studentby student basis regarding the level offunding necessary.76 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013

King’s produces someof its own electricity fromsolar panels on the roof ofthe Wemple building.Learning Skills ServicesAssistance is available for:• Exam preparation• Essay research and organization• Time management• Effective note taking• Learning from textbooksTo schedule an appointment for learningskills services, please contact:Gale Baker, Administrative AssistantOffice of the Dean of Students:Room W157, Wemple Building519-433-3491 ext. 4321Online Learning Skills assistance is alsoavailable from the Student DevelopmentCentre, Western Student Services.News and Updates:Opting out of the USC Health Plan• Students with equivalent coverage maychoose to opt-out of the USC HealthPlan. The deadline to apply for thisrefund is September 28, 2012, andmust be completed online at www.studentbenefits.ca; the 2012-2013 feeis $227.75. For more information call519-661-3722.King’s Parking for 12/13• Application will be available startingJune 1 at www.kings.uwo.ca/currentstudents/money-matters/parkingtransportation/parking-services/• Cost is $730.00, taxes included. (If atransponder is required, an additional$35 deposit will apply.)OSAP for Fall/Winter 12/13• Application should become availableonline at the end of May 2012 atosap.gov.on.ca• New students should apply no later thanJune 30, 2012 to be considered for allpossible programs.• Returning students should apply no laterthan June 30, 2012.Work Study for Fall/Winter 12/13• Students can apply for Fall/Winter WorkStudy starting August 1st, 2012How To Get Your T2202A (Tax Certificatefor Tuition and Education Amounts)1. Go to the Student Centre site atstudent.uwo.ca2. Login to your account using your emaillogin and passwordNOTE: if you do not remember yourpersonal account or password, go tothe link below the ‘Login’ section forassistance3. Once logged in, scroll to the bottom ofthe pageSTUDENT GUIDE 2012-20134. Find ‘My T2202A slips’ and click on thelink5. Choose which year that you wish to printSummer School Tuition• You must contact Western regardingsummer tuition and summer OSAP. Yoursummer tuition balance will be locatedon your Student Centre.• Student Financial Services at Western islocated in Room 1140, Western StudentServices Building• Call the Western Help Line at519-661-2100 or email finaid@uwo.ca.Recent Announcements from the Ministryof Education and Training, Colleges andUniversitiesNEW - Ontario Tuition Grant (30% Off)• Apply for this grant via the OSAPwebsite at osap.gov.on.ca• You may be eligible for a maximumof $1680• For eligibility criteria, please referto the OSAP website.Scholarships and Awardswww.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/moneymatters/scholarships-awards-and-bursaries/NOTE: Applications for scholarships, awardsor bursaries with an October closing date,will not be accepted until August 1.Are you a “First in Family (NewGeneration) Student”?If you are the first in your family to attendpost-secondary (i.e. your parents did notattend college or University), you are aFirst in Family (New Generation) studentand may be eligible for the Ontario FirstGeneration bursary. Visit the website fordetails.Student Financial Services:your Financial Resource CentrePhone: 519-433-3491 ext. 4319Toll Free: 1-800-265-4406Fax: 519-963-0975Email: kingsfinances@uwo.caRoom W144, Wemple BuildingHours of Operation:Monday to Friday: 9am-3pmSummer School TipsSpring/Summer Calendar (online) available inFebruary at westerncalendar.uwo.caRegistration opens at the end of February• For registration problems, contact theRegistration Help Line: 519-433-3491ext. 4999.Monday to Friday: 8am-4pm• Activate yourself for Summerregistration 72 hours before registering.• When choosing courses (student.uwo.ca), make sure you have theprerequisite. Use ‘Degree Check101’ at www.kings.uwo.ca/currentstudents/courses-enrolment/degreeinformation/degree-check-101andprogram checklists at www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/coursesenrolment/program-and-courseplanning/program-checkliststo makesure the course will fulfil a generaldegree or modular requirement.• Some courses fill up early; don’t waituntil the last day to add• Drop deadlines closely follow Adddeadlines• Course load: 3.0 courses; no more than2.0 concurrently; no more than 1.0through Distance Studies• Courses are condensed!• Make sure you pay your fees on time• If you are not taking the courses dropthemStudent EmploymentProgramPhone: 519-433-3491 or 1-800-265-4406ext. 4317,4410 or 4355Contact the King’s University COllege StudentFinancial Services OfficeFirst Generation ProgramThe main objective of the First Generationprogram is to provide direct support tostudents who are the first in their families toattend post-secondary. The program allowsstudents to gain valuable work experienceduring the school year. Students will workup to 15 hours per week, at a pay rate of$11/hour which includes 4% vacation pay.See www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/financial-aid/firstgeneration-program.Work Study ProgramThis program gives students that candemonstrate financial need the opportunityto work at King’s University Collegealongside Faculty, Administration, and Staff.This unique program will provide studentswith work experience that will prove to bebeneficial in the work force or for a postgraduatedegree. See www.kings.uwo.ca/current-students/money-matters/financialaid/workstudy.77King’s University College

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Important ContactsWestern University.................................. 519-661-2111www.westernu.caGeneral InquiriesStudent Central....................................... 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.caAlumni Relations..................................... 519-661-2199www.alumni.uwo.caThe Book Store at Western...................... 519-661-3520www.bookstore.uwo.caCampus Community Police ServiceNon Emergencies.................................... 519-661-3300Emergencies................................................911 or x911www.uwo.ca/policeCampus Meal Plan.......................................519-661-3957www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/mealplanCampus Recreation Membership Services...519-661-3090www.westernmustangs.ca/campusrecCampus RecreationSquash Court Reservations:..........................519-661-3090www.westernmustangs.ca/campusrecContinuing Studies.................................. 519-661-3658www.uwo.ca/cstudiesThe D.B. Weldon Library.......................... 519-661-3166www.lib.uwo.ca/weldonDistance Studies..................................... 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.ca/distanceEquity & Human Rights Services.............. 519-661-3334www.uwo.ca/equityFacilities Management.....................................519-661-3304www.uwo.ca/ppdFoot Patrol.............................................. 519-661-3650www.uwo.ca/footpatrolStaff/Faculty Family Practice Clinic.......... 519-661-2047www.shs.uwo.ca/staff/staffhealth.htmlSchool of Graduate andPostdoctoral Studies............................... 519-661-2102www.grad.uwo.caGraphic Services..................................... 519-661-4014www.graphicservices.uwo.caGreat Hall Catering.................................. 519-661-3048www.greathallcatering.caHelpline.................................................. 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.caHospitality Services................................. 519-661-4231www.has.uwo.ca/hospitalityHuman Resource Services...................... 519-661-2194www.uwo.ca/humanresourcesIndigenous Services................................ 519-661-4095www.indigenous.uwo.caInternational ExchangeProgram.................................... 519-661-2111 x85196www.sdc.uwo.ca/int/exchangeInternational and ExchangeStudent Centre........................... 519-661-2111 x85908www.iesc.uwo.caITS Helpdesk........................................... 519-661-3800www.uwo.ca/itsMichael’s Dining Room........................... 519-661-4080www.has.uwo.ca/hospitality/michaelsOffice of the Ombudsperson................... 519-661-3573www.uwo.ca/ombudsOffice of the Registrar............................. 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.caParking Services..................................... 519-661-3973www.uwo.ca/parkingResidence at Western............................. 519-661-3547www.residenceatwestern.caScholarships and Awards........................ 519-661-3991www.registrar.uwo.caServices for Students with Disabilities...... 519-661-2147www.sdc.uwo.ca/ssdSocial Science Career Services.......519-661-2111 x80486STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013www.ssc.uwo.ca/careersStudent Development Centre................... 519-661-3031www.sdc.uwo.caStudent Financial Services...................... 519-661-2100www.registrar.uwo.caStudent Health Services.......................... 519-661-3030www.shs.uwo.caStudent Services..................................... 519-661-2100studentservices.uwo.caThe Student Success Centre................... 519-661-3559www.success.uwo.caTeaching Support Centre............ 519-661-2111 x80346www.uwo.ca/tscUndergraduate Recruitmentand Admissions...................................... 519-661-2100www.welcome.uwo.caUniversity Students’ Council.................... 519-661-3574www.usc.uwo.caAcademic Counselling OfficesFaculty of Arts & Humanities519-661-3043 (from residence, dial 83043)Room 112G, University College. Appointments preferred.Email: arts@uwo.cawww.uwo.ca/arts/AcademicCounselling.htmlBrescia University College519-858-5151Room 11, St. James Buildingwww.brescia.uwo.caDon Wright Faculty of Music519-661-2043 (from residence, dial 82043)Room 210, Talbot College.www.music.uwo.ca/students/programcounselling.htmlFaculty of Engineering519-661-2130 (from residence, dial 82130)Room 2097, Spencer Engineering Buildingwww.eng.uwo.ca/undergraduateFaculty of Health SciencesSchool of Health Studies519-661-4119 (from residence, dial 84119)Room 222, Labatt Health Sciences Buildingwww.uwo.ca/fhs/health_studies/academic_counselling/index.htmlSchool of Kinesiology519-661-3086 (from residence, dial 83086)Room 2225, 3M Centre.www.uwo.ca/fhs/kin/ug/academic_counselling/index.htmlSchool of Nursing519-661‐3398 (from residence, dial 83398)Room H128, Health Sciences Addition.www.uwo.ca/fhs/nursing/UG/academic_counselling.htmlHuron University College519-438-7224 x244Room W39, Academic Services Centrewww.huronuc.caFaculty of Information & Media Studies519-661-3542 (from residence, dial 83542)Room 240, North Campus Building. Appointments preferredwww.fims.uwo.caKing’s University College.............519-433-3491www.kings.uwo.caFaculty of ScienceRoom 191, Western Science Centre. Appointments preferred.Email: scibmsac@uwo.cawww.uwo.ca/sci/counsellingBachelor of Medical Sciences519-661-3169 (from residence, dial 83169)Room M138, Medical Sciences Buildingwww.uwo.ca/bmscFaculty of Social Science519-661-2011 (from residence, dial 82011)Rooms 2105 and 2114, Social Science CentreRecorded information........................................519-661-2052Social Sciences Career Services.......... 519-661-2111 x80486Appointments preferred. Email: ssaco@uwo.cawww.counselling.ssc.uwo.caResources for InitialHome SetupElectricityLondon Hydro......................................... 519-661-5503www.londonhydro.comHeatUnion Gas............................................... 519-439-0151www.uniongas.com Toll Free: 1-888-774-3111Phone Connection, Television & HighSpeed InternetBell Canada ......................... Toll Free: 1-800-668-6878www.bell.ca/shop/application/commercewfRogers Canada..................... Toll Free: 1-800-980-5464www.rogers.caHome Internet Use through WesternFree dial in service to a maximum of 40 hours per monthwww.uwo.ca/its/doc/hdi/access/Dialin_to_UWO_from_Vista.htmlLocal NewspaperLondon Free Press ................................. 519-679-6666www.lfpress.comMetro News (distributed free at various locations)www.metronews.ca/londonGarbage/Recycling Collection...... 519-661-4585Pickup according to City Zone :www.london.ca/d.aspx?s=/garbage/zonemap_pdf.htmCrisis Appointments andResponse to Traumatic EventsLondon Health Sciences Centre............... 519-685-8500London Crisis CentresMental Health Crisis Line......................... 519-433-2023Distress Centre Help Line........................ 519-667-6711Sexual Assault Centre Crisis Line............. 519-438-227224-hr support line for sex trade workers.......519-438-2272Women’s Community Home Help Line..... 519-642-3000Out-of-Town calls..............................1-800-265-1576Zhaawanong (Atenlos) Shelter................ 519-432-2270Outside of the London area code.....1-800-605-747724 hour crisis line.............................. 519-432-0122St. Joseph’s Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence Centre................................................. 519-646-6100 x64224London Police Services(not Campus Police)Emergency or Crime in Progress ..............................911Non-Emergencies / General Inquiries...... 519-661-5670TTY (Deaf/Hard of Hearing Only).............. 519-661-6472Police Reporting Centre(Information Only) ................................... 519-661-2664Crime Stoppers ...................................... 519-661-8477Emergency Contacts ON CAMPUSCampus Emergencies................................................911Ambulance ...............................................................911Fire ...........................................................................911Hazardous Materials Emergencies .............................911Campus Police Non-Emerg.....519-661-3300 or x83300Facilities Management............519-661-3304 or x8330479Important Contacts

IndexINDEX360 Degrees Professional Development................. 38Academic Appeals, Undergraduate Student............ 26Academic Calendar............................................... 26Academic Counselling..........................25, 26, 53, 79Access Code...............................................3, 60, 65Accessible Parking................................................ 50Accommodated Exams.......................................... 60Account Balance................................................... 35Add/Drop Policies......................................60, 72, 76Admission Bursaries............................................. 35Admission to Western............................................ 34Airbus, Aboutown.................................................. 66Airbus, Robert Q................................................... 66Airport.................................................................. 66Ally Western......................................................... 53Alternative Spring Break........................................ 67Alumni Gazette..................................................... 49Alumni House....................................................... 44Alumni Western.........................................29, 41, 45Appointment with Financial Aid.........................35, 61Appointment Course Registration Start Time......26, 61ATM..................................................................... 55Award Search....................................................... 59Awareness........................................................... 33Backpack 2 Briefcase............................................ 29Baseball............................................................... 31Basketball............................................................ 31Bed & Breakfast.................................................... 44Bicycle Paths........................................................ 66Big Purple Couch.................................................. 49BizInc................................................................... 53Blue Emergency Phones...................................51, 78Board of Governors............................................... 47Books Plus........................................................... 55Book Store at Western......................................55, 79Book Store Textbook Buyback................................ 55Booster Juice...................................................32, 55Breadth Requirements for Bachelor Degrees........... 26Breadth Requirements for First Year....................... 26Brescia/King’s Shuttle Bus................................66, 73Brescia University College...................................... 72Brescia University College - Add/Drop...............60, 72Budget................................................................. 36Budweiser Gardens............................................... 31Building Short Forms............................................. 70Bursaries.............................................35, 72, 74, 76Bus Pass.............................................................. 66Bus Services ........................................................ 66Buyback .............................................................. 55Calendars........................................................26, 60Campus Community Police Service........................ 51Campus Computer Store....................................... 55Campus Events..................................................... 28Campus Meal Plan................................................ 32Campus Recreation..............................29, 42, 57, 68Campus Recreation Membership........................... 57CareerCentral....................................................... 29Career Fair........................................................... 29Career Week......................................................... 29Centennial Hall..................................................... 31Certificates and Diplomas...................................... 40Change of Address...........................................41, 60Chaplain............................................................... 53Charity Ball........................................................... 28Child Care............................................................ 56Chiropractic Clinic................................................. 55CHRW - Radio Western, 94.9................................. 49Clothing & Gifts................................................55, 56Clubs..............................................................67, 75Clubs Week.....................................................28, 67Code of Student Conduct....................................... 51Collection of Personal Information.......................... 51Combined Academic Merit Awards......................... 59Competitive Clubs............................................57, 58Computer Store.................................................... 55Computing Labs for Students................................. 48Continuing Studies................................................ 40Convocation.......................................................... 41Convocation DVD.................................................. 41Convocation Receptions........................................ 41Course Descriptions.............................................. 60Course Outlines.................................................... 60Course Registration............................................3, 63Covent Garden Market ......................................... 31Crisis Centres....................................................... 79Cultureworks........................................................ 39DAT, Dentistry....................................................... 40Day Care.............................................................. 56Degree Services.................................................... 61Degree Verification...........................................61, 63Delaware Hall....................................................... 44Dental Clinic......................................................... 42Detailed Statement of Account .............................. 61Dietitian................................................................ 42Dining and Catering on Campus............................. 32Diploma Authentication.......................................... 61Diplomas.........................................................41, 61Directory Removal................................................. 61Disabilities.................................................41, 50, 54Disaster Plan........................................................ 52Distance Studies................................................... 26distinctivelyWESTERN Photo Contest...................... 49Earth Day............................................................. 33Eating Disorders................................................... 42Elections.............................................................. 47Want to request to submitinformation for this guide?Contactpublications@uwo.caor 519-661-2100Elgin Hall.............................................................. 44Email Activation ................................................... 48Emergency Contacts on Campus............................ 51Employment on Campus...................................29, 30Employment Websites........................................... 29English Conversation Program............................... 45Environment and Sustainability.............................. 33EnviroWeek.......................................................... 28EnviroWestern.................................................33, 67Equity and Human Rights Services......................... 53Essex Hall............................................................. 44Ethnocultural Support Services Week....................... 9Events.................................................................. 28Events for International Students............................ 45Exams, Accommodated......................................... 60Exam Conflicts...................................................... 61Exam Schedule..................................................... 61Exam Shuttle Service............................................ 66Exchange Program................................................ 45External Scholarships and Awards.......................... 59Facebook............................................................. 49Facebook, Student Central..................................... 61Faculty and Staff Awards....................................... 34Faculty Students’ Councils, Clubsand Associations................................................... 67Family Accommodations........................................ 44Fanshawe Pioneer Village ..................................... 31Fee Deadlines....................................................... 36Fees..................................................................... 36Festival of the Arts................................................ 28Fight Song............................................................ 58Final First Semester Exams.................................... 61Financial Aid......................................................... 35Financial Aid Appointments...............................35, 61Financial Assistance.............................................. 35Financial Support for International Learning............ 45First Aid Training................................................... 52Flex Plan.............................................................. 32Flickr.................................................................... 49Food...............................................................33, 53Food Support Service, USC...............................42, 53Football Games..................................................... 58Foot Patrol............................................................ 51Forest City Image Center....................................... 55Founders Day....................................................... 28Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic.................... 55FSWEP (Federal Student WorkExperience Program)............................................... 29Full-Time.............................................................. 27Gazette, The....................................................29, 49General Student Computing Labs........................... 48GMAT................................................................... 40Gowns.................................................................. 41GPA Conversion Scale........................................... 61Grad Club............................................................. 32Grade Appeals and Other Requests for Relief.......... 26Grades................................................................. 62Graduate Bursaries and Scholarships..................... 35Graduate and Professional School Fair................... 38Graduate & Professional Programs......................... 38Graduate Programs in Sustainability....................... 33Graduate Scholarships and Funding....................... 59Graduate School................................................... 38Graduate Student Parking Permit........................... 50Graduate Services & Professional Development...... 38Graduate Student Teaching Award.......................... 34Graduate Students Work Study.............................. 29Graduate Teaching Assistant Programming............. 39Graduating Awards and Medals.........................34, 41Graduation......................................................41, 62Graduation Awards................................................ 34Graduation Requirements...................................... 41Graphic Services .................................................. 55Grand Theatre....................................................... 31Great Hall Catering................................................ 32Green Infrastructure.............................................. 33Green Initiatives on Campus.................................. 33Green Transportation............................................. 33Grocery CheckOut................................................. 55Gym..................................................................... 57Hair Masters......................................................... 55Health Plan........................................................... 43HIV Testing........................................................... 42Hockey................................................................. 31Homecoming...................................................28, 58Hospitality Services..........................................29, 32Hospitals.............................................................. 42Housing Options................................................... 44Human Rights....................................................... 53Huron University College........................................ 74Huron University College – Add/Drop.................60, 74Huron University College – Housing/Residence....... 74In-Course Scholarships and Awards....................... 59Indigenous Services.............................................. 53InfoSource............................................................ 55InPrint ................................................................. 56Intent to Register.............................................62, 72Intercollegiate Athletics.......................................... 58Interest Free Status............................................... 62Interest Relief....................................................... 62Interfraternity Council............................................ 67International Exchange Program............................. 45International Income Tax Preparation (IITP)..............67International Experiences &Opportunities at Western ...................................... 45Want to advertisein this guide?Contactinfo@campusad.caor 519-434-9990International Peer Connection (IPC)...................45, 67International and Exchange Student Centre........45, 53International Student Handbook............................. 46International Student WorkOpportunities Program (ISWOP)............................. 46Internship............................................................. 30ISIC Card.............................................................. 56Island Ink Jet ....................................................... 56ITS....................................................................... 79Job Fair................................................................ 29Jobs on Campus................................................... 29John Labatt Center (JLC)....................................... 31King’s University College ....................................... 76King’s/Brescia Shuttle Bus..................................... 66Last Lecture....................................................28, 41Late-Night Busing Program................................... 66Late Registration Fees........................................... 62Leadership and Mentorship Program (LAMP).......... 47Leadership Education Program.............................. 47Learning Skills Services......................................... 53Let’s Talk Science................................................. 68Letter of Permission.............................................. 62LGBTTQ2 Support Program................................... 53Libraries and Study Areas.................................31, 48LifeTouch............................................................. 56Loblaws Shuttle Bus.............................................. 66London Crisis Centres........................................... 79London Hall.......................................................... 44London Police Services......................................... 79London Public Library............................................ 31London Tourism ................................................... 31London Transit Commission (LTC)........................... 66Lounge (UCC)........................................................56Lost and Found..................................................... 52Lost Card ............................................................ 66LSAT, Law ............................................................ 40Main Campus – Add/Drop..................................... 60Map of Campus.................................................... 78Mature Advising.................................................... 53Mature Students................................................... 26MBA.................................................................... 40MCAT, Medicine.................................................... 40McIntosh Gallery..............................................28, 68Meal Plan............................................................. 32Medical Notes ...................................................... 42Medway-Sydenham Hall........................................ 44Methods of Payment............................................. 35Merit Based Awards & Scholarships....................... 59Michael’s Dining Room.......................................... 32Movie Theatre....................................................... 56Museums and Art Galleries ................................... 31Musical Performances........................................... 28Mustangs........................................................57, 58Name Change....................................................... 62Need Based Awards.............................................. 35Office of the Registrar, The.................................... 60Official Western Letters..........................................63Off to Western...................................................... 68Off-Campus.......................................................... 44OHIP ................................................................... 42Ombudsperson..................................................... 54On Campus and Affiliate Places to Eat.................... 32ONEcard............................................................... 65Online Academic Calendar..................................... 26Ontario Parks ....................................................... 31Orientation Week.................................................. 68OSAP.............................................35,37, 73, 75, 77OWL (powered by Sakai)....................................... 48Parking................................................................ 50Parking at Affiliated Colleges................................. 50Part-Time Students............................................... 27Part-Time Job on Campus..................................... 29Password Replacement......................................3, 63Payment of Fees..............................................35, 36Peer Mentors........................................................ 54Personal Timetables.............................................. 26Perth Hall............................................................. 44Pharmacy, Western On-Campus............................. 56Photo ID............................................................... 65PIN Retrieval......................................................3, 65Photo Contest....................................................... 49Police..............................................................51, 79Post Office, USC................................................... 56PrideWestern Week............................................... 28Privacy Policy of Western....................................... 52Professional Entry Exams...................................... 40Professional Programs.......................................... 40Program & Academic Counselling.....................25, 79Psychological Services.......................................... 42Purple Bikes......................................................... 33Purple Door Promotions......................................... 56Purple Fest........................................................... 28Purple Store, The.................................................. 56Radio Western...................................................... 49Rapid HIV Testing.................................................. 42Reading Week....................................................... 15Refundable Fees................................................... 36Refunds............................................................... 36Register for Courses.............................................. 63Registered Dietitian............................................... 42Registration...........................................3, 26, 60, 61Registration Guidelines............................................ 3Registration for Fall/Winter.................................3, 26Release of Information........................................... 63Requests for Relief...........................................26, 64Reset Password.................................................3, 64Residences........................................................... 44Rez Meal Plan....................................................... 32RezNet................................................................. 44Robert Q’s Airbus ................................................. 66Safety & Security.................................................. 51SAGE: Society for Mature Students......................... 54Sample Undergraduate Student Budget.................. 36Saugeen-Maitland Hall.......................................... 44Scholar’s Electives................................................ 34Scholarships......................................................... 59Scholarships and Bursaries, how do I apply?......35, 59SDC..................................................................... 54Senate................................................................. 47Senior Citizens Bursary......................................... 36SERT: Student Emergency Response Team............. 52Services for Students with Disabilities.................... 54SGPS................................................................... 38Shuttle Bus, King’s/Brescia...............................66, 73Shuttle Bus, Loblaws............................................. 66Shuttle Bus, USC Exam Service.............................. 66Shuttle Bus, White Oaks Mall................................. 66SIN – Social Insurance NumberReplacement Card................................................ 64Six Degrees ......................................................... 41Society of Off Campus Students (SOCS)................. 47Society of Graduate Students (SOGS)..................... 38Society of Mature Students (SAGE)......................... 54Soph...............................................................68, 71Spoke & Rim Tavern, The..................................30, 32Sports and Recreation......................................57, 58Sport Clubs...............................................57, 58, 68Sports Medicine Clinic........................................... 55Standardized Testing............................................. 40Statement Letters (Official Western Letters)............ 63STEP: Student Transitional Executive Program......... 47Storybook Gardens................................................ 31Structure of the Degree......................................... 27Student Card........................................................ 65Student Center..................................................... 64Student Central................................................60, 79Students’ Council.................................................. 68Student Development Centre................................. 54Student Donation Fee............................................ 36Student Elections.................................................. 47Student Health Services........................................ 42Student Peer Guides..................................45, 67, 75Student Services Building...................................... 70Student Success Centre, The............................30, 54Summer Activation.............................................3, 63Summer Festivals................................................. 31Sustainability........................................................ 33Tax Exempt Plan................................................... 32Taxes................................................................... 37Taxi Services........................................................ 66TD Waterhouse Stadium........................................ 58Textbook Buyback ................................................ 55Textbook, Personal List.......................................... 55Theatre Western................................................... 28Third Party Forms................................................. 64Timetables............................................................ 64Tour Guide Employment......................................... 30Tourism................................................................ 31Train Services....................................................... 66Transcripts........................................................... 64Transportation & Travel.......................................... 66Travel Cuts........................................................... 56Trois-Pistoles French Immersion School.................. 46Tuition.................................................................. 37Twitter.............................................................49, 65UCC Hours of Operation........................................ 56UCC Lounge......................................................... 56UHIP.................................................................... 43Undergraduate Parking Lots.................................. 50Undergraduate Programs in Sustainability............... 33Undergraduate Programs Offered........................... 27Undergraduate Student Parking Permit................... 50University-Speak...................................................71University Students’ Council (USC)......................... 68USC Clubs.......................................................28, 69USC Dental Plan................................................... 43USC Exam Shuttle Service..................................... 66USC Health Plan.................................................... 43Varsity Teams....................................................... 58Visiting Students................................................... 65Visitor Parking...................................................... 50Volunteer.........................................................67, 68Volunteer Program................................................ 69Volunteers In Progress (VIP) Program..................... 69Wave, The.......................................................30, 32WebCT................................................................. 48Western Access Code........................................... 65Western Campus Recreation.................................. 57Western Facebook................................................ 49Western Film........................................................ 56Western Foot Patrol............................................... 51Western Libraries.................................................. 48Western Mustangs...........................................57, 58Western News...................................................... 49Western ONEcard................................................. 65Western Scholars.................................................. 34Western Serves.................................................... 69Western Sports and Recreation Centre................... 57Western Student Services Building ........................ 70Western Twitter..................................................... 49Western Volunteer Program................................... 69Western Wireless.................................................. 48Western’s Disaster Plan......................................... 52Western’s Internship Program................................ 30What is the Difference between Part-Timeand Full-Time Status at Western?.......................... 27Where to find a part-time job on campus?.............. 29WhiteOaks Mall Shuttle......................................... 66White Ribbon Campaign........................................ 28Windermere Cafe.................................................. 32Windermere Manor............................................... 66Wireless Internet................................................... 48Women’s Issues Network....................................... 54Work Study......................................................29, 30Working at Western............................................... 30Writing Support Centre, The..................39, 54, 69, 70You Tube.............................................................. 4980 STUDENT GUIDE 2012-2013