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International Student Guide INTERNATIONAL S TUDENT GUIDE BA / CANADA O T G / MANI E WINNIP 2 About THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG WHY THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG? UWinnipeg has a long tradition of academic excellence and is also noted for small class sizes, environmental commitment, campus diversity and indigenous scholarship. UWinnipeg is strongly committed to promoting access, inclusion and success in post-secondary education. THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG About 3 GREEN 10,000 CAMPUS 24 From energy-efficient buildings Students per lab, Undergraduate students to compost and recycling stations, on average we strive to be eco-friendly CENTRAL BE HEARD LOCATION Our small class sizes 500 give you the opportunity Shopping, restaurants, International students to build relationships with entertainment, museums & from 68 countries your professors sporting events are all only minutes away UNDERGRADUATE 08 PATHWAYS 07 UWinnipeg’s English Language Restaurants and cafés Brand new state-of-the-art Program and Collegiate offer on campus facilites built since 2009 international students pathways for university admission DIPLOMA AFFORDABLE PROGRAMS 400+ EDUCATION Professional, Applied and Continuing Courses in more than One of the most competitive Education (PACE) offers diploma 50 fields of study tuition fee options for international and certificate programs in human students in Canada resources and IT 4 About THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG HEART OF CANADA Winnipeg is located in the heart of Canada and is known for its vibrant artistic and festival scenes. With more than half of Manitoba’s population, Winnipeg is home to ethnic groups from all over the globe—more than 100 languages are spoken. Here you can experience all four distinct seasons while exploring all that the Manitoba outdoors has to offer: scenic lakes and rivers, vast landscapes, and wildlife. THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG About 5 AVERAGE SEASONAL TEMPERATURES SPRING LOW +2 / HIGH +12 SUMMER LOW +15 / HIGH +24 AUTUMN VANCOUVER LOW +1 / HIGH +10 WINNIPEG WINTER LOW -20 / HIGH -10 TORONTO EXPERIENCE WINNIPEG • Explore the great outdoors and • Home to the Winnipeg Jets WINNIPEG IS enjoy our many parks where you (National Hockey League), THE CAPITAL CITY can camp, hike, and swim in our Winnipeg Blue Bombers (Canadian OF THE PROVINCE thousands of lakes and at our Football League), and Winnipeg OF MANITOBA beautiful beaches. Goldeyes (professional baseball). • Winnipeg is known for its year- • Home to the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, 700,000 PEOPLE CALL round festivals, including: Winnipeg the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, WINNIPEG HOME Fringe Festival, Winnipeg Jazz Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, Festival, Folk Festival, Folklorama, and the newly opened Canadian and Festival du Voyageur. Museum for Human Rights. MANITOBA HAS TWO OFFICIAL LANGUAGES: 2 ENGLISH & FRENCH Canadian Museum for Human Rights—Dan Harper Harper Festival Du Voyageur—Dan Skateboard Plaza at The Forks—The Forks North Portage Partnership 6 About THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG ON CAMPUS When you become a UWinnipeg student, you will join the vibrant community and diverse culture of downtown Winnipeg. Get the feeling that’s only found in the heart of the city! UWinnipeg is a green campus. Along with our new, environmentally friendly buildings, we also promote recycling and composting at marked bins across campus, serve sustainable, locally sourced food at our restaurants, and promote an active lifestyle that includes walking, biking or taking the bus to campus. THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG About 7 Wesmen Athletics Big sports fan? Come cheer on our championship Wesmen sports teams, including men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball, wrestling, and soccer, UWSA STUDENT GROUPS as well as men’s baseball. Bill Wedlake Fitness Centre The UWinnipeg Students’ Your student ID gets you free access to the weight room, exercise Association represents your machines, fitness classes, and an indoor running track. voice on campus, uniting students to advance their Health & RecPlex Our newest building features a full-size indoor soccer pitch, sprint track, interests on and off of campus practice gym, and batting cages. to make sure they have the best university experience possible. Study Break Campus libraries, bookstores, and computer labs are here for you to make Joining a student group is sure you have everything you need to keep up your GPA. a great way to get involved, Student Lounges meet new people, and share Student lounges are located all across the campus and are a great place in common interests. to relax and get to know your peers. theuwsa.ca/uwsa-student-groups Healthy Eating There are several restaurants and cafés on campus, featuring healthful menu items and locally sourced, organic ingredients. BRING YOUR OWN Medical Clinic WATER BOTTLE— A medical clinic is conveniently located right on campus. DRINKING WATER IS FREE AT VARIOUS FILL- Free Wi-Fi UP SPOTS ON CAMPUS Stay connected with free, campus-wide Wi-Fi. BIKE TO CAMPUS— THE BIKE LAB WILL KEEP YOUR BIKE RUNNING SMOOTHLY ALL YEAR LONG AND IS FREE TO STUDENTS Health & Recplex Field Health & Recplex Field 8 About THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG HOME AWAY FROM HOME Living in residence at UWinnipeg gives you the unique opportunity to live on your own, without being alone. You’ll meet students from across Canada and around the world, establish lifelong friendships, and get involved in a variety of activities around campus and in the surrounding area. THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG About 9 CAMPUS LIVING HOMESTAY McFeetors Hall Great-West Life Student Residence was built in 2009 and You may prefer to live with offers modern, air-conditioned dorm-style units with a private washroom and an English-speaking host family common entertainment and lounge areas, study areas, and laundry facilities. in Winnipeg. Homestay is a Available room options include single and double furnished dorms. A nutritious great way to share in lively and meal plan with options is also included. friendly discussions in English and learn about Canadian home Other residence options include Lions Manor dorm-style apartments and the life and culture. Balmoral Houses, which feature shared common areas with private bedrooms. For current undergraduate For current undergraduate price information, see page 20 homestay fees see page 20 For more information visit: For current homestay applications, uwcampusliving.com and additional information, visit: uwinnipeg.ca/homestay FIRST-YEAR RESIDENCE GUARANTEE UWinnipeg’s First-Year Residence Guarantee is unique in Manitoba. Eligible first-year UWinnipeg students who follow the application process are guaranteed a residence room. McFeetors Hall Student Lounge NATIONALITIES CURRENTLY LIVING 34 IN RESIDENCE RESIDENCE IS A GREAT WAY TO MAKE NEW FRIENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD 10 About THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG EARN WHILE YOU LEARN Looking to make some money while you’re a student? International students looking for part-time work have the option of working on campus, working off campus in a retail or service industry, or enrolling in a co-op work program in their field of study. The Provincial Nominee Program and the Manitoba Tuition Fee Income Tax Rebate offer incentives to those seeking to live and work in Manitoba after graduation. THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG About 11 WORK: WORK: ON CAMPUS OFF CAMPUS AFTER GRADUATION International students who are International students who are registered full-time and have a valid registered full time, hold a valid Students who have completed study permit are eligible to work on study permit, and are pursuing an undergraduate degree at campus in a variety of jobs: an undergraduate degree at UWinnipeg may be eligible to UWinnipeg may be eligible for • The University of work off campus. There are many a work permit, which offers the Winnipeg Bookstore job opportunities downtown, near opportunity to work in Canada • Cafeterias & campus restaurants the University. after graduation. • Athletic facilities The Manitoba Tuition • Registration & administration offices Fee Income Tax Rebate • Research assistants for professors Graduates could be eligible for an income tax rebate of up to 60% on • Lab demonstrators eligible tuition fees. • Security Services gov.mb.ca/tuition CO-OP & INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS Immigrate to Canada The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Some of our academic programs include work experience as part of the Program offers the opportunity for curriculum. Students who wish to participate in a co-op or internship international student graduates to program must apply for a co-op work permit as well as a study permit. apply for permanent residence status in Canada. For more information on work regulations, please contact Citizenship and Immigration Canada: immigratemanitoba.com cic.gc.ca/english QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR STUDY OR WORK PERMITS? For more information contact International Student Services: [email protected] THE WINNIPEG WALKWAY IS A 2KM WINNIPEG IS HOME TO MORE THAN 1,100 COLLECTION OF INDOOR WALKWAYS AND RESTAURANTS, INCLUDING ETHNIC CUISINE TUNNELS THAT CONNECT THE DOWNTOWN FROM AROUND THE WORLD 12 About THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG HERE FOR YOU International Student Services (ISS) is your starting point when you arrive at UWinnipeg. They will offer ongoing support throughout your studies. Take advantage of the cultural and social activities, the academic support and advising that ISS will provide. Have a question about study permits? Need more information about planning your degree? Need to know more about Winnipeg or Canada? ISS can help! THE UNIVERSITY OF WINNIPEG About 13 GET READY GET INVOLVED Academic Advising Cultural & Social Activities We’ll help you understand the requirements you need to Many activities are organized for international students, study here, explain policies and procedures, and assist including ice-skating, skiing, trips to the beach, hockey you with the registration process. games, festivals, and more! Activities are posted on the Web, advertised in our newsletter, and on our Facebook For more information or to book an appointment: group page. [email protected] Mentor Program We can match you with an experienced student who can Airport Reception help you learn about university life.
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