Academic Calendar 2012/2013

LibraryEach campus has a library that offers a wide range ofresources, services and staff to support students. The studentportal (www.myMacEwan.ca) is the access point for renewinglibrary materials, finding books and articles, writing styleguidelines, reputable websites, hours of opening, technologysupport and other information.MacEwan University students have access to a librarycollection of over 280,000 items, such as books, videos andDVDs, CDs, print and electronic journals, electronic booksand a reserve reading collection.Other services the Library offers include:• reference staff to assist with library research andreference questions• technology support staff to assist with technologyrelated questions• student photo identification card production• PC and Mac computers with Internet access and wordprocessing software• AV equipment and rental laptops• wireless Internet access• photocopiers and printers• borrowing privileges at many other libraries inthe Edmonton area such as University of Alberta,the public libraries and a number of hospital andgovernment librariesFor further information on library services contact:City Centre Campus780-497-5850Centre for the Arts and Communications780-497-4346South Campus780-497-4054Alberta College Campus780-633-3738MacEwan RESIDENCESAFE, CENTRAL, COMPLETELocated next to City Centre Campus, the MacEwan Residencegives nearly 900 students safe, affordable housing and aunique living and learning environment.It’s more than just a place to live. It’s a place to meet otherstudents. It’s an opportunity to get involved, join campusactivities and develop leadership skills.RESIDENCE LIFEThe best thing about living in residence is the experienceof living in a unique community with other students facingthe same experiences and challenges you face every day. Youwill make friends that last a lifetime. As a community, we arecommitted to demonstrating our beliefs about the respectfultreatment of each individual. Your enjoyment of life inresidence will depend, to a large extent, on the thoughtfulconsideration you demonstrate for your suitematesand neighbours.You can participate in formal leadership positions andapply to be one of the Resident Assistants (RAs). RAs arepaid positions that help organize social activities and helpstudents deal with personal or academic issues. You will beable to get involved by volunteering or organizing residenceactivities, a newsletter and more. Or participate in a widerange of academic, recreational, social and personal growthopportunities such as study skills workshops, intramurals,career planning and movie nights.SERVICESThe building is as central as you can get in Edmonton. It’slocated right on City Centre Campus, close to classes andservices like the MacEwan Library and MacEwan Sport andWellness. And it’s within walking distance to everything fromgroceries and restaurants to shopping and entertainment. Itis also near a major hub for public transit, serving major sitesacross the city and all other MacEwan campuses.SAFETY AND SECURITYWith 24-hour security, a multi-key access system and a teamof live-in staff, MacEwan University’s residence is built to giveyou the security you need.Information and Residence applications are available onlineat www.MacEwan.ca/residence.STUDENT RESOURCE CENTREThe Student Resource Centre (SRC) is committed tohelping students succeed throughout their time at MacEwanUniversity. SRC staff will help you find out about programadmission requirements, answer your student loan questions,give you tips on being a successful student, provide personalcounselling and help prepare you for a successful transitionto the workplace. Your success as a student is the SRC’s maingoal, and it has the resources you need. More details aboutSRC services are available at www.MacEwan.ca/src or call780-497-5064.ADVISING SERVICESThrough admissions/educational and financial advising,SRC advisors help students get the information they need tomake informed educational choices and to be fully prepared,financially and academically, to begin and continue theirstudies at MacEwan University. SRC Student Advisors areavailable at all campuses. For more information and forhours of service visit www.MacEwan.ca/advising or call780-497-5064CAREER SERVICESWe support current students and alumni in their careerdevelopment and work search through the followingservices: career exploration, resume and cover letter reviews,mock interviews, work search strategies, networkingopportunities, online job board in the myMacEwanportal and resource library. For more information checkwww.MacEwan.ca/CareerServices.NEW STUDENT ORIENTATIONThis annual event – a must for new students – provides youwith all the information you need about student services,scholarships and awards, campus life and much more. Comeout and see all MacEwan University has to offer and meetother students, staff and faculty. For more information, visitwww.MacEwan.ca/orientation.THE MacEwan AMBASSADOR PROGRAMThe MacEwan Ambassador Program is available to thosestudents who are looking for an opportunity to developleadership skills. Ambassadors take a leadership role invarious university events, activities and initiatives. Throughthis involvement students are able to develop valuableskills and are eligible for leadership scholarships and avaluable reference. For more information take a look atwww.MacEwan.ca/ambassador or call 780-497-5817.Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student Services • Student ServicesGrant MacEwan University • A C A D E M I CC A L E N D A R 2012/2013 • www.MacEwan.ca19