Academic Calendar 2012/2013

Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student ServicesStudent ServicesABORIGINAL EDUCATION CENTREThe Aboriginal Education Centre (AEC) meets theeducational and cultural needs of Aboriginal studentsattending MacEwan University. From advising on career pathsto organizing pot-luck feasts to arranging visits with Elders,the AEC offers a friendly place to relax, study or get advice.Located at City Centre Campus, room 7-131 and SouthCampus, room 147. Call 780-497-5382 or visit the AECwebsite at www.MacEwan.ca/aec.Child Care CentreMacEwan University's Child Care Centre is committed toquality child care and early learning for children aged 19months through six years. The centre provides a warm, safeenvironment that encourages learning through play. Byworking closely with families, the centre ensures healthyphysical, emotional and social development. It also giveschildren a head start on early math and literacy skills.MacEwan’s stimulating play rooms, creative activities andexceptional staff help children build self-esteem and providethem with a great foundation for early learning.The centre is open year-round from 7:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.,Monday to Friday, except for statutory holidays. The centrealso closes between Christmas and New Year’s Day. To findout more call 780-497-5195 or drop by Room 7-153, CityCentre Campus.Some families may qualify for Governmentof Alberta subsidies. You can apply atwww.childcaresubsidy.gov.ab.ca/css/ccs.nsf or by calling780-427-0958.MacEwan INTERNATIONALMacEwan International promotes international educationand provides leadership, support and services for students,faculty and staff who are involved in international activities.MacEwan International helps international students byproviding pre-departure information, orientation uponarrival at MacEwan University's ongoing social/culturalevent planning and general advice. It also works to providestudents and staff with opportunities to study, volunteeror gain work experience abroad by building relationshipswith other institutions around the globe. The MacEwanInternational office is located on the City Centre Campus inRoom 7-105.MacEwan BOOKSTORESWith locations on every campus, the MacEwan Bookstorescarry everything a student needs for success. For moreinformation or to order books, visit the website atwww.MacEwanBookstore.ca or call the following numbers:City Centre Campus780-497-5482 or 1-866-418-0391 (toll-free)Centre for the Arts and Communications780-497-4382South Campus780-497-4082Alberta College Campus780-633-3704Campus Convenience Store780-497-5807MacEwan SPORT AND WELLNESSMacEwan University's top-notch sport and wellness facilitiesand programs offer an escape from the everyday workof being a student. Student membership includes accessto on-campus fitness facilities, pool and drop-in aerobicand strength classes, as well as student rates on registeredclasses, recreation leagues, tournaments and events. Go towww.MacEwan.ca/SportandWellness for fitness and aquaticinformation or www.MacEwan.ca/recreation for the latest oncampus recreation events.ATHLETICSShow your university pride and cheer on our Griffins tovictory! The Griffins have a proud tradition of excellencein basketball, cross-country running, curling, golf, hockey,soccer and volleyball. All home games are free to attend. Visitwww.MacEwan.ca/griffins for game times and events.MacEwan HEALTH SERVICESLocated on the main floor of the Christenson Family Centrefor Sport and Wellness (Building 8), MacEwan HealthServices are available to students, staff and the public from8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. Services includestudent priority doctor appointments, physical exams,immunizations, allergy shots, athletic therapy, massagetherapy, birth control, pregnancy tests, PAP tests, post-injuryrehabilitation, nutrition counselling, exam deferral notes,health promotions, specialist referrals, massage therapy andchiropractic appointments.Go to www.MacEwanHealth.ca for information, orcall 780-497-5699 to make an appointment. Walk-insare welcome.MacEwan LIBRARYPhoto ID/Library CardA Photo ID/Library card is available to currently registeredMacEwan University students. The card, which serves as theofficial university student identification and library card, canbe obtained from the Library at any of the four campuses.The MacEwan University photo ID/Library card is used for:• borrowing books, videos, periodicals and other materialsfrom the library• borrowing books from the University of Alberta and otherlibraries in the NEOS consortium• U-Pass identification• proof of identification at a variety of campus facilitiesincluding the Christenson Family Centre for Sportand Wellness• proof of eligibility for student discounts in andaround Edmonton18Grant MacEwan University • A C A D E M I CC A L E N D A R 2012/2013 • www.MacEwan.ca