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WOODROFFE CAMPUS MAP...... 1 Library...... 157 LIVING OUR VALUES Lockers...... 158 Caring. Learning. Integrity. Respect...... 2 Lost and Found...... 158 A MESSAGE FROM Mamidosewin Aboriginal Student Centre...... 158 President, Cheryl Jensen...... 3 Massage Therapy...... 159 SA President, Sara Grainger...... 3 Notice Board Regulations...... 159 COLLEGE SAFETY...... 4 OC Transpo (U-Pass)...... 159 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES...... 5 Office of the Ombudsman...... 160 SUSTAINABLE ALGONQUIN...... 9 Parking...... 161 Fall Academic Calendar (Sept.8 - Dec.31)...... 13 Peer Tutoring...... 161 Registrar’s Office...... 161 Calendar: September through December 2015...... 14 Residence Life...... 162 Winter Academic Calendar (Jan.1 – May 1)...... 59 Restaurant International...... 163 Calendar: January through April 2016...... 60 Salon, Spa, and Boutique...... 163 Spring Academic Calendar (May 4 – Aug.27)...... 103 Savoir Faire...... 164 Calendar: May through August 2016...... 104 Spiritual Centre...... 164 SERVICES Student Learning Centre (SLC)...... 164 AC Hub...... 151 The Print Shop...... 165 Alumni...... 151 Welcome Centre...... 165 AC Card (Student ID)...... 151 BURSARIES AND SCHOLARSHIPS...... 169 Bank Machines...... 152 STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION...... 173 Blackboard...... 152 Board of Directors...... 174 Campus Travel...... 152 Funded by the SA...... 175 Career Centre...... 152 Athletics...... 179 Centre for Students with Disabilities (CSD)...... 153 Athletics Varsity Schedules...... 182 Co-Curricular Record (CCR)...... 153 COLLEGE DIRECTIVES...... 189 Connections: The Campus Store...... 154 TRANSFER AGREEMENTS...... 199 Counselling Services...... 154 EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT CENTRE...... 200 Dental Services...... 155 Employment Support Centre (ESC)...... 155 QUICK REFERENCE: STUDENT SUCCESS SPECIALISTS...... 201 Financial Aid and Student Awards...... 155 Food Services...... 156 QUICK REFERENCE: CAMPUS CONTACT NUMBERS...... 202 Health Services...... 156 Information Technology Services (ITS)...... 157 2015-2016 WELCOME
WELCOME TO ALGONQUIN COLLEGE 2014 – 2015
May 2014
WOODROFFE CAMPUS PEMBROKE CAMPUS PERTH CAMPUS 1385 Woodroffe Avenue 1 College Way 7 Craig Street Ottawa, ON K2G 1V8 Pembroke, ON K8A OC8 Perth, ON K7H 1X7 Tel.: 613-727-4723 Tel.: 613-735-4700 Tel.: 613-267-2859
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CARING. LEARNING. INTEGRITY. RESPECT. Cheryl Jensen students on campus to ensure that all of our President, Algonquin College students’ needs, questions, and requirements are met. Some of our esteemed Student As a community of learners, teachers, and staff, it is vital that we treat each other in a manner Congratulations on choosing Supports include the Centre for Students with consistent with the values we proclaim. These values are the foundations for our dealings with all Algonquin College! With thanks Disabilities, Counselling, Employment Support members of the College Community. to our current and former Centre, Peer Tutoring, and Health Services students, Algonquin consistently remains in the to name a few. Dedicated Student Success top Ontario Colleges rankings for overall student Specialists and Program Coordinators at satisfaction. We are also in a top level for Algonquin provide our students with the support Caring Graduate Employment Rate – ensuring that our and resources required to achieve academic and Means that our dealings with each other will be characterized by: students find employment after graduation. Here personal goals. Whatever you need, just ask – • Fairness at Algonquin, we really care about our students; we’re Here2Help! • Cooperation if you don’t succeed, we don’t succeed. • Goodwill We want your college experience with Algonquin Sara Grainger to be enjoyable, memorable, and successful. An Students’ Association important key to success is student engagement. President Learning Our students are encouraged to become actively involved in the classroom, as well as in their Welcome back everyone! Means that our actions will be characterized by: College and local communities. There are an Whether you’re a new or • Professionalism abundance of opportunities to inspire students to returning student, the Students’ Association • Listening become active in the Algonquin culture: the AC is always here to support students and to Hub offers an extensive Volunteer Opportunity • Commitment make sure that your college experience is a Database with something for everyone; a memorable one! keynote speaker series called AC Hub Talks hosts inspirational community and industry The mission of the SA is to create an Integrity leaders; and various hands-on workshops are environment that inspires a passion for student Means that our behaviour demonstrates: held throughout the year. For students with an success. You will notice this vision being showcased everyday through our services, • Honesty interest in sports, the Students’ Association provides numerous athletic and recreational events, and fantastic SA team that is dedicated • Civility activities - not to mention live concerts, to supporting students. • Accountability dance performances, and comedy events as Be sure to check out the Algonquin Commons well! Remember, your College experience is Theatre, silent study rooms, Starbucks, and completely up to you! The more engaged you the SA office located in the Student Commons Respect are during your time at Algonquin, the more building. Break a sweat by joining our excellent Means that our dealings with each other will be characterized by: rewarding your experience will be. Fitness Zone and varsity athletic teams! At any • Acceptance The faculty and staff at Algonquin want to be part point throughout the year, check out the SA bulletin boards for information on special events • Punctuality of your successful college experience! Our silver nametags are beacons for our students to easily and services. You can also find out more • Courtesy identify us by – please feel free to approach about the Students’ Association at http://www. any one of us for assistance. We are happy to algonquinsa.com or by contacting me, or one answer your questions, provide directions, or of our Board of Directors. recommend one of our many Student Support Congratulations on choosing Algonquin – we Services on campus. We proudly provide more hope you have an amazing year! than 12 different Support Services for our
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In Case of Emergency Call Algonquin College Safety and Evacuation Fire Procedures Extension 5000 or 911 Security Evacuation is a valid and effective response to Upon discovery of fire – remain calm – do not Algonquin College maintains a variety of systems, any internal situation where the circumstances use elevators. Are you prepared? What’s your are dangerous and it is safe to evacuate. measures and procedures intended to help ACTIVATE the nearest fire alarm pull station. Plan? In the absence of any specific directions, any ensure your safety on campus. CALL the “5000” emergency line or “911” from a occupant faced with a dangerous situation • Have you downloaded the AC Mobile These include: safe area to report the exact details of the fire. Safety App? should not hesitate to evacuate, ensuring • 24-hour Security Response Service • Do you know where the nearest emergency that persons or students for whom you are Perth and Pembroke Campuses should only phone is in your area? • Emergency phone system responsible evacuate as well. Evacuation call “911” • Internal emergency phone number should be initiated in various circumstances • Do you know the location of all emergency CLOSE any doors / windows to the fire affected that include: exits in your area? • Integrated “911”services area, if safe to do so. • Have you read the emergency evacuation • Emergency broadcast system • Discovery of fire LEAVE immediately using the nearest safe exit. procedures on your floor? • AC Mobile Safety App • Upon hearing the fire alarm • Do you know you should dial Ext. 5000 for all • Extensive electronic security applications • Critical violent act If you hear the fire alarm sound, leave the emergencies? • Policies and procedures for disaster response • Chemical spill or threatening atmosphere building immediately. Ensure persons with “911” is used for all emergencies at Perth and planning, fire safety, evacuation, bomb • Dangerous physical environment disabilities are assisted, as required. Ensure Pembroke Campuses. threats, critical violent acts, suspicious class or group members evacuate the building. activity and a variety of other emergency • Have you discussed with people in your area Persons with disabilities who are unable to circumstances that may affect the College. what to do if an emergency occurs? leave the building shall proceed to the nearest • Have you considered what you would do in Information related to these procedures is collection point or nearest safe exit and wait any emergency situation? routinely distributed in various formats to staff for assistance from the Fire Department or • Have you asked if you have any specific and students such as orientation programs, emergency personnel. responsibilities during an emergency? awareness materials and more comprehensive training efforts. Please note that each DO NOT enter or return to the building until classroom has the Emergency Procedures approved by the Fire Department and notified to posted on the wall. As in any community, it do so by emergency personnel. is important to understand that emergency preparedness starts with each and every individual. It is essential that every member of the College community take a few moments to think about your individual plans and how you might respond in any emergency. Please contribute to the overall safety of our community by being conscientious about your own individual plans.
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Emergency Communications Algonquin College The mobile app, titled “Algonquin College Personal Safety Tips At Woodroffe Campus EMERGENCY Mobile Safety App Mobile Safety”, is available through the Apple • Stay alert, be assertive and make quick eye App Store and the Google Play Store. Scan the TELEPHONES are located at most building Algonquin College Safety, Security & contact with others. Always be aware of your stairwells and entrances as well as in the QR code with your smartphone’s QR reader surroundings. Emergency Management offer a free mobile for direct access to the app from our Safety, parking lots. They are yellow or red in colour • Trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable app for the iPhone and Android which has Security & Emergency Management website. and are either a regular telephone handset or a several information features and is a quick in a place or situation, leave. Don’t be afraid square box with a button and speaker. guide to the College’s Emergency Procedures. to make a scene. At Woodroffe Campus, DIAL Ext. 5000 from any • Use well lit, well travelled routes while on This app is great for both new and returning campus. College phone. This is an internal emergency students and staff to review emergency • Carry emergency money for cab/bus fare or a phone line that is monitored by security staff 24 procedures. It helps identify where to find telephone call. hours/day. assistance and provides valuable information • Park your vehicle in frequented, well lit areas. At any campus, DIALING “911” will connect that will aid in your safety and security while • Use the buddy system when travelling around you to the regional “911” service. At Woodroffe on campus. Customized information for each the campus or off campus. Campus security staff monitor outgoing “911” campus is provided for Emergency Procedures calls to help facilitate an efficient response to and Campus Maps, all at your fingertips. It • If for any reason you have concerns for your your emergency. provides general information for users regarding personal safety, please do not hesitate to measures to take in a variety of emergency contact Security Services immediately. At Perth and Pembroke Campuses situations. There is also an “auto-call” feature • For residents at Woodroffe Campus, ensure EMERGENCY TELEPHONES are located available to contact immediate assistance at the that your suite door is kept locked when you throughout the building and parking lot. These Woodroffe Campus. are out, even for short periods of time. Do telephones are monitored 24 hours/day by not prop open emergency exit doors in the Algonquin College Security Services at the This app provides tips for on-campus safety, Residence for any reason. Woodroffe Campus in Ottawa. When a call is safety online, and safety at home. It also received, the Perth/Pembroke Police will be provides links to support resources both in the dispatched to your location as required College and within the community. This app allows us to reach our students and staff in the mobile environment, rather than relying on traditional means. It also features a mode of communicating bulletins to the students and staff regarding important security matters which will be pushed out to the app. This app has a new functionality which allows students and staff the ability to report suspicious activity and send a photo directly to the Security team.
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Theft Prevention Tips Walk Safe Service Eager to get involved? • Do not leave valuables such as cash, iPods, The Walk Safe Service helps to ensure a safe Student-led sustainability clubs are active at laptops, tablets, PDAs, cell phones etc. College community at Woodroffe Campus Pembroke, Perth, and Woodroffe campuses. unattended or in a locker. through the provision of Security escorts for any SOCIAL Check out existing clubs or create your own • Bank machines are available on campus staff or students who have particular concerns S through the Students’ Association. for their personal security or believe their – do not carry large amounts of cash and T Start building your Co-Curricular Record (CCR) apply standard precautions when using bank personal security is at risk. ENVIRONMEN today by participating in sustainability-related machines. Walk Safe Escorts are available 24 hours a day, E activities: Campus Sustainability, Halloween • Mark your belongings. It has been proven that 7 days/week. ECONOMIC Costume Swap/Sale, Run for Biodiversity, marked items are less likely to be stolen. WeDay, and AC Climate Aware are just a Security Officers will accompany you from one E • Never leave the keys in your vehicle and few examples. ensure that all windows are closed and all place to another on campus at your request. doors locked with valuables stored out of On a temporary basis, you can be walked to the sight. Residence, to the bus station, or to your parking Caring Today for Tomorrow Algonquin College students fuel the • Report any stolen items or suspicious spot on campus. Everyone at Algonquin College has a shared momentum behaviour to Security Services immediately. To arrange a Walk Safe Escort, simply drop by responsibility for realizing sustainability Thank you for your continued involvement. It the Security Office at Woodroffe Campus – a balancing of Social, Economic and sustains the momentum towards a Sustainable (room C128) or contact us by phone at Environmental pillars in all aspects of the Algonquin. College. 727-4723 ext 5010. Connect with us. Share your initiatives, big Please provide as much notice as possible to At all levels and in all corners on each campus and small, and inspire others to join our journey. ensure we can meet your needs. of the College, there are countless ways to Include #ACSustainability in your tweets and become engaged by leading and participating follow us at @ACSustainble. in activities and initiatives that contribute to a Lost and Found Sustainable Algonquin. Visit www.algonquincollege.com/ Woodroffe Campus: Algonquin College Safety sustainability and Security Department provides a service for Wondering where to start? for more! articles that are lost or found. Items which have been found can be dropped off at the security Our common sustainability understanding and office located at C128. If you have lost an article vision is found in the Primer on Sustainability Save the Date! you may inquire at the security office. at Algonquin College. This quick 10-minute read provides a starting point to understand Sept./Oct.TBD Halloween Costume sustainability and how it applies to you. Swap Oct.19 - 23 Waste Reduction Ready to learn more? Week Teams and individuals within the Algonquin Oct.21 Campus Sustainability Day community, some of them profiled in our Faces Nov.10 WeDay Ottawa of Sustainability, Case Studies and Success Nov.30 - Dec.4 Kindness Week Stories are fueling action and driving positive Feb.4 National Sweater Day change. Take a look and share these with your friends and classmates. Mar.22 World Water Day Mar.26 Earth Hour Apr.22 Earth Day
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Do your part with a few simple steps: Did you know…? Unplug at “peak”! Algonquin College was the first Canadian college to sign the Talloires Declaration. If a mobile device is already charged there is no need to be plugged into an outlet while on Computers and monitors in computer labs campus, especially during “peak” electricity still use electricity even when in sleep hours. mode. Power Down! Rain water captured on the green roof of the LEED® Platinum-certified ACCE Remember to turn off computers, monitors, and building is used to flush toilets. printers after completing work in computer labs. The Perth Campus, the Pembroke Take the Stairs! Campus, and the Robert C. Gillett When possible, consider using the stairs Student Commons have all been built instead of the elevator. to the LEED® Gold standard for high performance buildings. Lug-a-mug and a refillable water bottle! When you turn off the tap while brushing You can save money by bringing your refillable your teeth, you can save more than 7 litres coffee/tea mug, and by choosing to use a of water per day. That amounts to 2000 refillable water bottle rather than relying upon litres during the school year! buying bottles of water. There are 30 refillable water bottle stations Live the Algonquin College values! on the Woodroffe campus as well as at Share how you care about our future and both the Perth & Pembroke campuses. the planet. Learn about local and global Learn more fun facts at: environmental issues. Demonstrate your www.algonquincollege.com/ integrity and take pride in your commitment sustainability to caring today for tomorrow. Show your respect for others through good stewardship of resources.
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Aug. 17 Fall on-line bursary application opens at 8:00 a.m. Sept. 7 Labour Day (College closed) Sept. 8 Start date for a select number of 2015 Fall Term Centre for Continuing and Online Learning classes College-wide Orientation (Woodroffe Campus)
Start date, post-secondary programs (Perth and Pembroke campuses) End of 2015 Fall Term Student Timetable Change Period for most post-secondary programs, with the exception of the Schools of Business and Hospitality and Tourism, which ends September 14, 2015 Sept. 9 Stat date, most post-secondary programs (Woodroffe Campus) Sept. 21 Last day for official withdrawal from College for Fall 2015 with full tuition refund, less $500 tuition deposit Oct. 12 Thanksgiving Day (College closed) Fall on-line bursary application closes at 11:00 p.m. Oct. 20 - Nov 26 Winter Term General Education Elective selection available via ACSIS Nov. 3 - 4 Fall Open House (full-time programs) ALGONQUIN COLLEGE Nov. 13 Last day to withdraw from 2015 Fall courses without academic penalty in most DENTAL CLINIC post-secondary programs (actual date reflected, by course, on student timetables) Nov. 16 2016 Winter - Tuition Fees due - most students. Deposit due - new students The clinic offers a range of dental services TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT: Nov. 17 Late Payment penalty applied to overdue 2016 Winter Tuition Fees Call: 613.727.4723 ext. 7630 while at the same time fulfilling its primary (returning students only) Email: [email protected] role as a learning environment for the students Location: Room J109 Dec. 4 Winter Student timetables available via ACSIS for most programs Algonquincollege.com/dentalclinic of Algonquin College’s Dental programs. The Dec. 12 End of 2015 Fall Term for most post-secondry programs Schedules are subject to change throughout the year dental hygiene and dental assistant students please call for more information. Dec. 11 - 23 2015 Fall ACSIS feature “View Grades” unavailable for most programs work under the supervision of registered dental Dec. 12 - 19 Fall Final Assessment Week for most post-secondary programs hygienists and dentists who remain present and Dec. 24 - Jan. 1 Christmas Break (College closed) Dec 24 2015 Fall ACSIS feature “View Grades” available available throughout the clinic operation.
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Jan. 4 Start date for a select number of 2016 Winter Term Centre for Continuing and Online Learning classes Jan. 11 Start date of 2016 Winter Term for most post-secondary programs (classes begin) Jan. 16 Winter Open House Jan. 22 Last day for official withdrawal from College for Winter 2016 with full tuition refund, less $500 tuition deposit for new students and full refund for returning students in a subsequent term Feb. 15 Family Day (College closed) Feb. 15 - 19 Study Break Week (no scheduled classes for most post-secondary programs) Mar. 19 Spring Open House Mar. 24 Last day to withdraw from 2016 Winter courses without academic penalty in most post-secondary programs (actual date reflected, by course, on student timetables) Mar. 25 Good Friday (College closed) Apr. 1 2016 Spring - Tuition Fees due - most students. Deposit due - new students Apr. 2 Late Payment Penalty applied to overdue 2016 Spring Tuition Fees (returning students only) Apr. 8 2016 Spring Student Timetables available via ACSIS for most programs Apr. 8 - TBD Applied Research Day Apr. 23 End of 2016 Winter Term for most post-secondary programs Apr. 23 - Apr. 30 2016 Winter Final Assessment week for most post-secondary programs
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Creating Culture AND Community. Creating Culture AND Community. Volunteering. Events. Workshops. Volunteering. Events. Workshops.
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DATE MILESTONES
May 9 Start date for a select number of 2016 Spring Term Centre for Continuing and Online Learning classes Start date of 2016 Spring Term for most post-secondary programs (classes begin) May 16 Start date of most 2016 Spring Term Centre for Continuing and Online Learning classes May 20 Last Day for official withdrawal from College for 2016 Spring with full tuition refund, less a $500 tuition deposit for new students and full refund for returning students in a subsequent term May 23 Victoria Day (College closed) June 2 TBC Algonquin College in the Ottawa Valley Convocation Ceremony at 7:00 p.m. June 9 TBC Convocation (Algonquin College Heritage Institute), 7:00 p.m. June 15 2016 Fall - Tuition Deposit Fees due - all students June 20 - 22 Convocation (Ottawa Schools) July 1 Canada Day (College closed)
July 15 Last day to withdraw from 2016 Spring courses without academic penalty for most post-secondary programs (actual date reflected, by course, on student timetables) Aug. 1 Civic Holiday (College closed) Aug. 5 2016 Fall Student Timetables available via ACSIS for most programs Aug. 13 End of 2016 Spring Term for most post-secondary programs Aug. 13 - 20 2016 Spring Final Assessment Week for most post-secondary programs Aug. 15 - 31 2016 Spring ACSISI feature “View Grades” unavailable Aug. 19 Last day for most 2016 Spring Term Centre for Continuing and Online Learning classes Sept. 1 2016 Spring ACSIS feature “View Grades” available
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Wednesday May 25 Saturday/Sunday May 28/29 a.m. a.m. JUNE S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 p.m. p.m. 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
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Alumni algonquincollege.com/alumni Algonquin College offers alumni a chance The AC Hub to stay connected, relive fond memories, and create new ones. Alumni find numerous algonquincollege.com/achub networking and career opportunities, great The AC Hub is an inspiring, contemporary prices on home, auto, and life insurance, the environment that fosters collaboration, Fitness Zone, Connections: The Campus creativity, and opportunities. Devised as a one- Store, and more. Keep your contact information stop access point for student engagement, the current by updating it on the Alumni website and AC Hub welcomes all students to become an join us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. integral part of the College’s community. Woodroffe Campus Room: C212 As an open concept, industrial space, the AC Tel.: 613-727-4723 ext. 7072 Hub offers mobile workstations, interactive Email: [email protected] pods, and innovative technology. It features www.facebook.com/AlgonquinAlumni floor to ceiling windows, soft seating, movable furniture, and an idea bar. Our philosophy is to twitter.com/acgrads create a space that unleashes your passion and www.youtube.com/user/AlgonquinVideos ignites forward thinking. www.linkedin.com/groups/Algonquin- Within this space, students will be surrounded College-Applied-Arts-Technology-2020914/ by the AC Hub culture, which includes (but is about ALGONQUIN COLLEGE not limited to): AC Card (Student ID Card) EARLY LEARNING CENTRE • AC Hub Talks INFANT, TODDLER, PRESCHOOL • AC Hub Workshops algonquincollege.com/parking/card- • Events services/ • High quality full-time child care licensed under FOR MORE INFORMATION: • Volunteer Gala The AC Card is the only card you need to have with you on campus! the Ministry of Education, Early Years Division Call: 613.727.4723 ext. 7774 • Orientation and Pre-Orientation Sessions • Teaching staff are Registered Early Childhood Email: [email protected] • Volunteer Opportunities (Community Projects, It can be used as a form of identification for Educators (RECE) trained in First Aid and CPR Location: Early Learning Centre (K Building) Global Projects, Student Leader Program) everything from borrowing library books and Algonquincollege.com/elc • Children’s learning, development, health and • Co-Curricular Events and Activities equipment, to accessing your health plan well-being are supported through a play-based • Peer Mentorship Program discounts. It grants you access to classrooms, HOURS: curriculum labs, and residence rooms. It helps you save Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:45pm Aside from the physical location of the AC Hub • A demonstration lab school providing a best (E217), there is also an AC Hub Satellite Desk with discounts on and off campus. You can also practice model for Early Childhood Education (second floor, C Building) and three mobile load money onto your card and use it as a form students desks that alternate locations across campus of payment at food locations, campus stores, to provide you with info about College supports, some vending machines, and much more! The • Priority is given to staff and full-time students best part about your AC Card is that you can of Algonquin College services, activities, and events. manage your account online and even have Woodroffe Campus money added to your account from family or Room: E217 (2nd floor Student Commons) friends who think you’re great. Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5152 Email: [email protected] Woodroffe Campus Room: C044a Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext.7187 151 algonquincollege.com Email: [email protected] 2015-2016 SERVICES 2015-2016 SERVICES
Bank Machines algonquincollege.com/blackboard/ Centre for Students with Disabilities Woodroffe Campus There are ten ATM machines at the Woodroffe algonquincollege.com/wired/ (CSD) Welcome Centre – 3rd floor, Student Commons Campus. The locations are: algonquincollege.com/csd Tel: 613 727-4723, ext.7200 Fax: 613 727-7661 Campus Travel Working together for accessible learning • Student Commons – in front of Booster Juice TTY: 1-866-620-3845 algonquincollege.com/ (E Building) The CSD provides academic accommodations Email: [email protected] • Student Commons – near Starbucks (E hospitalityandtourism/program/tourism- and educational support services to students Building) – Scotiabank ATM and-travel/campus-travel/ with disabilities applying to, or attending Pembroke Campus Room 135 • Student Commons – near Starbucks Get free “no strings attached” travel planning Algonquin College. If you are a student with a disability, you are strongly encouraged to contact Tel.: 613-735-4700, ext. 2729 • (E Building) – BMO ATM at Campus Travel! Let our second-year AC Tourism and Travel students plan your next the CSD. With close to 10% of the student Perth Campus • Bits ‘n Bytes (T Building 2nd floor) population registering for services, our goal is • Rotunda (B Building) – Credit Union ATM vacation, getaway, trip home, or that Round the Room 110 World trip of a lifetime! to provide the necessary accommodations to Tel.: 613-267-2859, ext. 7063 • Residence lobby area equalize the opportunity for students to meet • C Building main lobby Campus Travel will: their essential course or program requirements. • Thunder Alley (A Building by Gym) • Provide counsel CSD services are confidential, free, and Co-Curricular Record • ACCE Building – next to The Fix • Check availability with all major airlines, voluntary. Students are, however, required to algonquincollege.com/ccr/ self-identify in order to access services. (CA Building) rail companies, hotels, and package tour The Co-Curricular Record (CCR) is a great Pembroke Campus companies In order to receive academic accommodations resource for Algonquin College students ATM is located in the hallway outside the • Supply you with detailed information needed and support services, students must present to track and print a record of their college- Cafeteria. for a travel agency of your choice for documentation of their disability to the CSD. affiliated volunteer and leadership involvement. reservation Perth Campus For more information about documentation A Co-Curricular Record is an official non- ATM is located in the new main campus building. Woodroffe Campus requirements and support services available at academic record. Not only will this document Room: E204 the CSD, please visit our website. To schedule be complementary to an academic transcript, Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7700 an appointment with a Disabilities Counsellor, but to a resume as well. The transferable skills Blackboard Email: [email protected] please refer to the contact details provided and obtained from volunteering at Algonquin College blackboard.algonquincollege.com make sure you bring your documentation with can contribute to increased employability skills! you to the appointment. To log in to Blackboard and view your course Career Centre Woodroffe Campus information: algonquincollege.com/employment/ How we help Room: E203 1. Go to: https://www.blackboard. Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext.7676 The Employment Support Centre offers • Disability Related Counselling Services algonquincollege.com Email: [email protected] students a computerized Career Centre at • Letters of Accommodation 2. Use your College Network Account the Woodroffe campus, within the Student • Learning Strategy Support Username and Password (found in ACSIS Commons building. The Career Centre offers under “Network Account Info”) • Assistive Technology Support career information resources, employment • Apprenticeship Support Services * Professors will use Blackboard to distribute data, and handouts free of charge. important course information such as course • Transcription Services outlines, schedules, notes, assignments, Woodroffe Campus • Transition Planning Support online tests, and more. Room: E351 (3rd floor Student Commons) Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7200 Woodroffe Campus Blackboard Technical Support for Students Tel: 613-727-4723, ext.5555 Email: [email protected]
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Some other exciting features of Connections: Dental Services Financial Aid and The Campus Store include The Tea Shoppe, algonquincollege.com/healthandcommunity/ Student Awards where students can purchase steeped and dental-clinic/ infused teas along with delicious goodies and algonquincollege.com/ro/financial-aid/ TheCampusStore.ca Godiva Chocolate. There’s also an in-store Our AC dental students perform a full range There are many different forms of financial Connections: The Campus Store is conveniently lounge with fireplace for students to enjoy! of preventive dental services under the assistance available to help you finance your located on campus, supplying everything needed Connections is also an official Ticketmaster supervision of registered dental hygienists and years of post-secondary study. By familiarizing to be successful at Algonquin College. The retail location allowing you to purchase or dentists. Working with the individual, client- yourself with government assistance programs, store is open year-round Monday to Saturday, pick-up your event tickets in-store. based treatment plans are developed that may Algonquin College’s bursary program, private include the following: oral assessments, x-rays, with extended evening hours at the beginning Woodroffe Campus loan plans, as well as scholarships and awards of each term. You can also shop online 24/7 at thorough teeth cleaning, oral health education, offered for academic achievement, you will be H building, adjacent to the Student Commons fluoride application(s) and placement of enamel thecampusstore.ca and ship to store for free! (E Building) better informed as to what types of financial sealants. Custom-fitted mouth guards for sports assistance are available. The Financial Aid and Connections is your key to college life – here Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7609 activities and tooth whitening are also available. Email: [email protected] Student Awards Office at Algonquin College can you’ll find all required textbooks available as Registered dentists and restorative dental offer advice on all of these areas. Our Financial new, used, and eText; as well as a year-round hygienists, working with students, provide Aid staff are skilled and are “Here 2 Help!” e-Text support kiosk providing assistance when Counselling Services restorative treatment of routine white and silver needed. In addition, they offer a continuous Counselling Services exist to help the students fillings. A modest fee is charged for all services. Woodroffe Campus used book buyback program where students of Algonquin to face the many challenges Room: C225 can get cash for used textbooks. Woodroffe Campus Tel.: 613-727-0002 of college, maintain their mental health and Room: J109 Connections has your course required clothing wellness, and chart a fulfilling career path. Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7630 Pembroke Campus and supplies, and it’s also your one stop shop Counselling is a caring, confidential, and Room: 133 for all your school spirit needs - supplying professional service offered at no cost to The Employment Support Centre Tel.: 613-735-4700, ext. 2709 Algonquin College crested clothing, giftware, students at the Woodroffe, Pembroke, and algonquincollege.com/employment Perth Campus and stationary. For athletic and apparel needs, Perth campuses. Qualified and experienced Tel.: 613-267-2859, ext. 5604 there’s an exclusive athletic section featuring counsellors are available. When you need to Algonquin’s Employment Support Centre helps Ottawa Senators, Ottawa RedBlacks, Under talk - we’re here to help. students and graduates find employment Armour, and Adidas clothing and accessories. online or on campus. The Employment Support Woodroffe Campus Centre provides labour market information and Connections even carries a variety of algonquincollege.com/counselling convenience items such as postage stamps, gift resources for job seekers from all programs 3rd Floor, Student Commons of study. Visit our online job database cards, and OC Transpo bus tickets. Plus, they Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7200 stock your day-to-day items including snacks, (MyCareerZone) by logging onto ACSIS to find leisure reading materials, and personal items Pembroke Campus part-time, summer, or full-time employment. like over the counter remedies and cosmetics. algonquincollege.com/pembroke/services/ Need quick tips for your résumé or cover letter? counselling Take advantage of the Drop-in Service on Need tech products? The New Technology Room: 138 Tuesday mornings and Wednesday afternoons. Store is now a component of Connections and Tel.: 613-735-4700, ext. 2804 offers students exclusive educational discounts Woodroffe Campus on PC laptops, desktops, tablets, software, Perth Campus 3rd Floor, Student Commons and computer accessories. They sell a variety algonquincollege.com/perth/current/ Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7200 of entertainment products such as speaker counselling-services/ systems, console and computer games, Room: 110 board games, card games, cellphones and Tel.: 613-267-2859, ext. 5610 accessories, HDTVs, camera equipment, and much more. 154 algonquincollege.com 155 2015-2016 SERVICES 2015-2016 SERVICES
Food Services Health Services Information Technology Services Library algonquincollege.com/foodservices algonquincollege.com/healthservices/ algonquincollege.com/its algonquincollege.com/library There are nine food locations at Algonquin The College’s Health Services department Information Technology Services (ITS) supports Students, faculty, and staff have access to a College, seven of which are run by Algonquin ensures that professional, confidential medical all computing technology including computer wide range of services provided by the Library. Food Services. We encourage Algonquin and nursing services are available to you. labs, network access, email accounts, network Come explore our services, which include: students to tour the campus and taste all the Services include: storage, telephones, and systems including • 24/7 digital collections containing: different eateries. Each dining facility has its Blackboard and ACSIS. • Doctor’s clinic at Woodroffe Campus by own unique atmosphere and signature menu – E-Books; appointment; walk-in appointments given For assistance with these services, please items. Food is available on campus seven days – Full text journals, magazines, and subject to available time; contact the ITS Client Service Desk: a week, normally between 7 a.m. – 10 p.m. newspapers; Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Limited hours are posted for holidays and • Consultations with a nurse do not require an – Specialty digital resource collections weekends. We provide balanced nutritional food appointment; Within the College: Ext. 5555 or Room: C102 filled with statistics, business profiles, options at competitive prices. • Support from a nurse specializing in mental Outside the College: 613-727-4723, ext. 5555 industry profiles, Canadian case law, and health issues; more; Locations • Emergency treatment for injuries and illness; Woodroffe Campus – Streaming video products including ITS Client Service Desk – Room: C102 • Marketplace Food Court – D Building • Birth control information, prescriptions and online software tutorials. Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5555 sale at reduced prices; • Circulation of Library materials (books, DVDs, • The Portable Feast – B Building Email: [email protected] • Tim Horton’s – A Building • Pap tests, STD testing, emergency etc.) • Bits n’ Bytes – T Building contraception; Pembroke Campus • Intercampus and interlibrary loans • 35th Street Market Café – Algonquin • Blood tests (including HIV Testing); Tel.: 613-735-4700, ext. 5555 • Laptop loans Residence • Nutrition advice, travel advice, referrals to Email: [email protected] • Access to computers, printers, and • The Fix Eatery – ACCE Building specialists; Perth Campus photocopiers • Booster Juice – Student Commons • Vaccinations including Hepatitis B, tetanus, Tel.: 613-267-2859, ext. 5555 • Online chat and on-site research and (E Building) influenza vaccines and TB tests; Email: [email protected] reference assistance • Help with Health and Immunization forms for @ACitservices Meal Plan Information your course of study. Woodroffe Campus Our Meal Plans work on a declining balance ‘Algonquin College ITServices’ Room: C205 system using your AC Card (Algonquin Student You will need your Ontario Health Insurance ‘AlgonquinITServices’ Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5834 ID Card). When you purchase your Meal Plan, Card (or the equivalent from another Province / Email: [email protected] food dollars are deposited into your account. International insurance) and student card at ‘Algonquin College IT Services’ Pembroke Campus Once you have chosen your Meal Plan, you each visit. Without proof of insurance you will Open access computer labs are available to Room: 145 simply present your AC Card (student ID card) be required to pay the doctor’s fee. students with network accounts at: Tel.: 613-735-4700, ext. 2707 to the cashier at any of our seven locations, Woodroffe Campus Email: [email protected] or in the Observatory or Starbucks. The Woodroffe Campus Room: C141 appropriate food dollars from your selected Rooms: AC204, B373, C102, and T201 Perth Campus Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7222 Meal Plan will be deducted from your account. 24 hours/day, 7 days/week Room: 117 You may ask the cashier for a receipt after any Pembroke Campus Pembroke Campus Tel.: 613-267-2859, ext. 5644 purchase to view the balance available on your Room: 110d Room: 202 (Open Access Lab), and outside Email: [email protected] Meal Plan. Tel.: 613-735-4700, ext. 2748 Room 201 Woodroffe Campus Perth Campus Room: D111 Room: 111 Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext.7615 Tel.: 613-267-2859, ext.6546 Email: [email protected] 156 algonquincollege.com 157 2015-2016 SERVICES 2015-2016 SERVICES
Lockers Lost and Found Massage Therapy Pembroke Campus algonquincollege.com/parking/lockers/ algonquincollege.com/safety-security- algonquincollege.com/healthandcommunity/ All information posted must be date stamped by the Dean’s Office in Room 215. For more lockers/ services/security-services-home/lost-found/ massage-therapy-clinic/ information, to obtain poster/notice approval Lockers can be rented online through ACSIS It is the student’s responsibility to protect Massage therapy can manage pain, improve before printing your material (recommended), or in person at the Parking Services Office in and insure their property. The College is not movement, reduce stress, and create a or to inquire about commercial advertising, C044a. Lockers are issued on a first-come, responsible for property of its students or staff, sense of wellbeing. The student therapists’ please contact 613-735-4700, ext. 2701 or first-served basis and can be rented for 1-3 which becomes lost, damaged, or stolen while hands stretch muscles, encourage circulation, email [email protected]. semesters at a time. The locker rental fee is on Algonquin College premises. and sedate or stimulate nerves to ease $16.50 per semester. pain or promote function. Students provide Perth Campus Woodroffe Campus assessment, treatment, and exercise programs All information posted must be date stamped Any locker issues, such as an unauthorized lock Security Office, Room C128 tailored to your needs. Registered Massage by the Administrative Service, Front Office. or damage, should be immediately reported to Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5010 For more information, to obtain poster/ Locker Services. Students may use their own Therapists supervise this full range of massage Pembroke Campus therapy services. Students, staff, and public are notice approval before printing your material lock or purchase one through Locker Services or (recommended), or to inquire about commercial Connections: The Campus Store. Unauthorized General Information Office invited to access the clinic. Appointments are Tel.: 613-735-4700 $30 for one hour. advertising, please contact: 613-267-2859 or occupancy of lockers will result in the lock being email [email protected]. cut, and storage of locker contents. Unclaimed Perth Campus Hours: Monday – Friday, 4:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. locker items are stored for no longer than 30 General Information Office (subject to change) OC Transpo (U-Pass) days before being disposed of. Tel.: 613-267-2859 Room: A100 algonquincollege.com/upass/ Woodroffe Campus Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 2138 Room: C044a Mamidosewin Aboriginal Email: [email protected] The U-Pass is the Universal Transit Pass and is Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7187 Student Centre a mandatory program for all full-time Woodroffe Email: [email protected] Notice Board Regulations campus students – with a small number of algonquincollege.com/mamidosewin/ exceptions. Perth Campus Woodroffe Campus Room: 119 (Front Office) The Mamidosewin Aboriginal Student Centre General interest boards are located throughout The U-Pass offers a significant discount on provides a warm, supportive and welcoming the Woodroffe Campus for student use – free transit services in Ottawa, and offers the added environment for First Nations, Inuit and of charge. Contact information and a clear link benefit of being valid on all routs – including Métis students. We provide a wide range of to a College program or recognized College express routes! free activities and services including career, activity/club is required. All information posted academic and personal counselling, educational on the boards must be date stamped by The The cost of the U-Pass is $192.70 per term for workshops, cultural and social activities, and Print Shop (E120). No inappropriate material the 2015/2016 academic year. The U-Pass will referrals for employment, housing and other (sexual, hateful, distasteful, etc.) is permitted. typically be charged annually in a student’s first Aboriginal services. The Print Shop management have full authority term of the academic year (some exceptions apply). A U-Pass Administrative Fee of $4.18 Woodroffe Campus to determine the suitability of all materials and content. For more information, or to will be charged to a student’s account once per Student Commons, Room: E122 academic year. Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7186 obtain approval before printing your material Fax: 613-727-7829 (recommended), please contact The Print Shop: Woodroffe Campus Email: [email protected] 613-727-4723, ext. 7109. Room: C044a Commercial Advertisements On Campus Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 3412 Contact: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Commercial Advertisements in the Algonquin Times Contact: [email protected] 158 algonquincollege.com 159 2015-2016 SERVICES 2015-2016 SERVICES
Office of the Ombudsman Due to the independent, impartial and Parking Woodroffe Campus algonquincollege.com/ombuds confidential nature of the Office of the algonquincollege.com/parking/ Room: C102 Ombudsman, communications with the Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 6661 The Algonquin Students’ Association, in Ombudsman and his/her staff is held in strictest Parking permits can be purchased online and Perth Campus cooperation with Algonquin College, has confidence; therefore, students may discuss are sold on a first-come, first-served basis until Schedule an appointment in initiated and developed the services of the their concerns frankly and fully. Information they are sold out. Purchase of a parking permit Room 119 (Front Office) Office of the Ombudsman. Algonquin College obtained by the Ombudsman and his/her does not guarantee that space is available in and the Students’ Association equally fund the staff is privileged, and this privilege is held by the designated area. Office of the Ombudsman. Registrar’s Office the Office of the Ombudsman and cannot be All vehicles that use Algonquin College parking Serving all three campuses and our distance waived by others. lots must have a valid Algonquin College algonquincollege.com/ro/ education affiliates from other parts of the world, Woodroffe Campus parking permit. The Registrar’s Office is here to help you from the Office of the Ombudsman provides a safe Room: E112, Student Commons Parking permits must be visible to the By-Law the time you apply, right through to graduation space for students to seek advice, assistance, Woodroffe Campus, Ottawa Officer either by hanging from the rearview and beyond! We process applications for and pursue the resolution of any college-related Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 6835 mirror or placed on the driver’s side dashboard admission, complete program and course concern through an independent, impartial, Fax: 613-727-7708 face up with the full permit visible. registrations, prepare timetables, and maintain and confidential process. The Office of the academic records for students - whether in Ombudsman does not advocate for either Parking Information: a full-time program or part-time courses at side of the parties involved in any matter. The Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7187 Algonquin. Ombudsman has the mandate to investigate, Parking Violation Appeals: at his/her absolute discretion, any student(s) We provide client service related to Admission, https://parkingservices.algonquincollege.com/ complaint about aspects of student life, Fees, Financial Aid and Student Awards, including: Woodroffe Campus Scheduling (timetables), Registration, Records, Room: C044a Transcripts, and Convocation. a) Academic matters; Email: [email protected] b) Services provided by Algonquin College or Once you review your timetable each term, Algonquin Students’ Association; Perth Campus please ensure you are registered in the correct program and courses, and also check the c) The operations of Algonquin College or Room: 119 (Front Office) academic penalty withdrawal dates included on Algonquin Students’ Association; your timetable. These dates refer to academic d) The treatment received from other students; Peer Tutoring penalty dates, not refund dates. e) The treatment received from staff. algonquincollege.com/peer-tutoring/ We are “Here 2 Help” and look forward to Peer tutors provide students with assistance serving you! when they are having difficulty with course materials or a specific assignment. Tutors Woodroffe Campus guide students in finding solutions and clarify Welcome Station – Room: C150 information and instructions so that students Tel.: 613-727-0002 or 1-800-565-4723 can fully apply their knowledge of the subject Email: [email protected] area. Pembroke Campus Each tutoring session is one hour long, and Room: 131 costs $6 per hour to the student. Tel.: 613-735-4700, ext. 2708 Perth Campus Room: 123 Tel.: 613-267-2859, ext. 5604
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Residence Life as planning events that student want to see in Residence Life Coordinator (RLC) and Restaurant International In Residence Life we work together with you Residence. All Council members attend training Residence Life Manager (RLM) restaurantinternational.ca/ at the beginning of September and are required to help develop skills needed to become an Algonquin Residence has three Residence Life to attend bi-weekly council meetings as well as Our teaching restaurant...Your fine dining independent and strong individual. Coordinators that are live-in professional staff any forums and events the council organizes. experience. Treat yourself to a delicious By promoting your personal and academic and one Residence Life Manager who dedicate gourmet meal prepared fresh daily by growth we extend the educational experience If you are interested in becoming part of the their time to inspiring and mentoring a team of tomorrow’s top chefs in AC’s well-appointed beyond the classroom and lecture halls and Algonquin Residence Council, please visit 22 student leaders with a focus on enriching dining room. Enjoy locally sourced, healthy the best part is, you choose how you wish to our website for more information and the the student experience. The RLCs and RLM choices served by AC’s hospitality students. be involved! online application. function as Professional Community Developers Students receive a 25% discount all year for nearly 1050 students while fostering pride in round! Plus, use your AC Card and receive Getting involved in residence is easy, whether Who is the Residence Life Team? the Algonquin Community. The RLCs and RLM an additional 5% off. Lunch and dinner you enjoy social activities with your friends, The Residence Life Staff promotes a social work hand in hand with students to support one reservations are available online. helping others with academics, being part of and supportive community, with a strong another in the learning that occurs outside of the team by joining in athletics and recreation emphasis on self-growth and development. the classroom while challenging growth in areas Woodroffe Campus or making changes for everyone by being They offer quality programming and promote of personal and community wellness. RLCs and Room: H101 active in student leadership! It’s all here and it’s a safe environment with high community RLM work collectively with students to maintain Tel: 613-727-7691 all for you! standards which reflects the diverse community the Residence Community Living Standards In addition to life skills and becoming involved, living in residence through proactive education and intentional AC Salon, Spa, and Boutique conversation. RLCs and RLM also provide you will also learn how your contributions help Resident Advisors (RAs) safety and support to students through their algonquincollege.com/hospitalityand develop a unique and diverse experience. The tourism/new-esthetics-spa/ Algonquin College Residence help you learn Resident Advisors are trained student leaders response to emergency and crisis situations. who provide support and guidance to help what a global community feels like! For more information about Residence Life and algonquincollege.com/hospitalityand students transition to their new home away from other services provided by Residence, please tourism/new-ac-hair-salon/ We have students from across the globe that home. RAs assist in community building by visit our website at www.algonquinrez.ca, will help you learn more about different cultures, organizing events and floor meeting focused on The AC Salon, Spa, and Boutique offer follow us on Twitter (@Algonquinrl) or add us to languages and histories but also will help you having students meet new people and create on-campus esthetics and hair services at Facebook (Algonquin College Residence Life). gain a strong sense of how you fit into it all! new friendships. RAs are located throughout student-friendly prices in state-of-the-art Residence Life is like nothing you have ever the building and are here to provide individual 1385 Woodroffe Avenue esthetics spa and hair styling training labs. Visit experienced before! support on academic, social and personal Tel: 613-727-7698 the Spa and Hair Salon websites for information on appointment times and service menus. Algonquin Residence Council (ARC) issues to help contribute to student success. Fax: 613-727-7647 Email: [email protected] Students, staff, and the public are invited to take The Algonquin Residence Council consists of Community Advisors (CAs) advantage of fabulous rates while relaxing in a members of the residence community at large Community Advisors are post grad students beautiful modern space. who act as the voice of the students. Council who are leaders, role models, mentors, and Woodroffe Campus members take an active role in the residence supports to the students living in residence, and Room: A100 community and help to create positive change the Algonquin Residence Council. CAs are here Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 6804 for students. ARC members plan activities to help foster a community environment that Email: [email protected] and events, as well as host monthly forums. eases the student transition into college and Executive members of ARC work together to supports the personal and academic success of support the General ARC members and assist Algonquin students. them with the planning of events and creation of positive change. General ARC members are students who have an interest in advocating student concerns within their community as well
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Savoir Fare Student Learning Centre Services The Print Shop Welcome Centre algonquincollege.com/hospitalityand algonquincollege.com/slc/ algonquincollege.com/printshop/ algonquincollege.com/welcomecentre/ tourism/savoir-fare/ The Student Learning Centre (SLC) offers Welcome to the Student Print Shop. The Welcome Centre reception area is located one-on-one and group coaching sessions in the on the 3rd floor of the Student Commons and Savoir Fare, Algonquin’s own gourmet food The Print Shop provides students with premium following areas: is designed as a vital first point of access for store, is located in the Student Commons, quality printing services that make printing and a number of Student Support Services. The Main Floor Lobby. Enjoy delicious and • English as a Second Language (ESL) copying easy, convenient, and affordable. centralized location helps to establish a familiar affordable takeaway food prepared daily Students receive assistance with verbal The Print Shop offers a wide range of services, and ongoing resource during an individual’s by culinary and baking students. There are and written communications, as well as with which include: colour printing, photocopying, affiliation with Algonquin College. fantastic deals to be had and delicious food to their reading skills. Students are also able to binding, lamination, scanning, wide format discover at Savoir Fare - from soups and salads participate in coach-led group conversations, The Welcome Centre features five stations, printing, and 3D printing. to complete meals, breads, cakes and pastries allowing students to practice speaking including an AODA accessible station, to assist and more. Items are conveniently packaged in English. Students can easily submit files directly from students and clients in their pursuit of service both individual and family size portions, all at the computer labs within the College by from the Centre for Students with Disabilities, bargain prices. • Writing Services. Students receive assistance through the review of structuring printing your file to the “Print Shop” printer, Counselling Services, and the Employment Woodroffe Campus and formatting in English. This includes or by using our convenient walk-in stations at Support Centre. Please visit our website for the Room: E135 Student Commons grammar usage, style, brainstorming, thesis the Print Shop. Their wide range of quality Welcome Centre’s hours of operation. products at affordable prices, along with new development, formatting papers, and citation. Woodroffe Campus online tools suited to ever skill level and need, Room: E341 (3rd floor, Student Commons) Spiritual Centre • Math Drop-In. Students receive assistance mean everyone can build the customized Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7200 algonquincollege.com/spiritual-centre/ through the review of math problems they materials they need to create a successful Email: [email protected] are experiencing. This includes basic math, learning experience. The Spiritual Centre is a multi-faith space essential mathematics, quantitative methods, serving the spiritual needs of the Algonquin and calculus. Please note: this is a drop-in Visit the Print Shop in Student Commons for students and staff. Students gather for service, therefore there may be multiple more information. friendship, bible study, individual counselling, students per coach at any given time. and spiritual reflection. Chaplains from various Woodroffe Campus faiths are on hand to give support in difficult • Computer Coaching. Students familiarize Room: E120 times such as loneliness and family crisis. themselves with the basic computer functions Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7109 Groups gather for social events, meals, they need to be successful at college, such meditation, yoga, discussion groups and as Windows and Mac OS, Microsoft Office community service projects. Suite, and various other online College resources (ACSIS, Blackboard, etc.). Woodroffe Campus Room: E211 Woodroffe Campus Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 6456 Room: C210 Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 6661
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Massage Therapy helps reduce stress and TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT: promote better sleep. It improves mood and Call: 613.727.4723 ext. 2138 Email: [email protected] helps alleviate pain and tension. Our Massage Location: Room A100 Algonquincollege.com/massageclinic Clinic is a learning environment where you HOURS & FEES: experience assessment and treatment related Monday - Friday: 4:15pm - 6:00pm to your overall well-being, pain or discomfort. Treatment Cost: $30.00 All treatments are supervised by Registered Massage Therapists.
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Bursaries Administered (OTSS) with the provincial government will by Financial Aid and only be given to Canadian Citizens that have been a resident of Ontario for one year without Student Awards attending full-time post-secondary studies Financial Aid and Student Awards administers in the province prior to submitting a bursary numerous bursaries throughout the year. When application. a bursary becomes available, a link to the online For questions regarding bursaries, contact Advance your options for success application form will be provided. Students need Financial Aid and Student Awards: only apply online once to be considered and Tel.: 613-727-0002 entered for any/all bursaries that the individual Toll free: 1-800-565-4723 meets criteria for. • We have 15 different programs to Email: [email protected] choose from Applying for a bursary does not guarantee acceptance, as the number of applicants can Donor Directed Bursaries • We offer credit courses that often surpass the bursary funds available. can be used for other Algonquin When this occurs, applicants are chosen based by Schools post-secondary programs on the highest amount of financial need. Bursaries are available for various schools and programs. • We have internal agreements with For all bursaries administered by Financial Aid multiple Algonquin diploma and Student Awards, the individual bursary Applying for a bursary does not guarantee programs for admissions amount allocated is subject to change without acceptance, as the number of applicants can often surpass the bursary funds available. • We have agreements with Ottawa notice. When this occurs, applicants are chosen based universities for transfer credits Due to the high volume of applicants and a on the highest amount of financial need. • We offer academic advising in limited bursary budget, reviews or appeals are not available for these bursaries. For all bursaries administered by Financial Aid every program and Student Awards, the individual bursary • We offer 1-year certificates and Eligibility amount allocated is subject to change without 2-year diplomas • You must demonstrate a clear financial need. notice. • You must be currently enrolled in a full-time Due to the high volume of applicants and a program (part-time students can apply for the limited bursary budget, reviews or appeals are Student Assistance Bursary only). not available for these bursaries. • You must be in good academic standing to be eligible. Eligibility • You can be enrolled in Woodroffe, Perth, • You must demonstrate a clear financial need. or Pembroke campuses, unless indicated • You must be currently enrolled in a full-time otherwise in the bursary description. program for bursaries with an (*). • You must be considered an Ontario resident (Ontario is the last province in which you *Funds for these bursaries have been matched have resided for 12 consecutive months through the Ontario Trust for Student Support without being a full-time post-secondary (OTSS) with the provincial government and to student), unless indicated otherwise in the be eligible, you must be a Canadian Citizen bursary description. and have been a resident of Ontario for one year without attending full-time post-secondary *Funds for bursaries that have been matched studies in the province prior to submitting your through the Ontario Trust for Student Support bursary application.
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Algonquin College 2015-2016 Scholarships and Awards Please note that scholarships and awards are not open for self-nomination, with the exception of the Hydro One Scholarship. For full award and scholarship listings by school, please visit: http://www.algonquincollege.com/ro/ financial-aid/bursaries/
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OVER 30 YEARS OF SERVICE Electing Your Board of Directors The Algonquin Students’ Association (SA) is a There are nine positions on the Board of not-for-profit corporation whose mission is to Directors, which students can apply for in create an environment that inspires a passion January. Those who meet the qualifications go for student success. through a selection process from which nine The directors and staff would like to take this students are selected and then presented to the opportunity to welcome you to Algonquin student body for election. Design. College! You, as an activity-fee paying student, If two or more of the elected students would are entitled to any and all of the services we like to run for the position of President or Vice have available. We have offices located at the President then a general election is held. Create. Woodroffe, Perth and Pembroke Campuses. The SA encourages all students to apply and The SA Board of Directors, along with the be a leader! Inspire. assistance of staff, work to ensure that your concerns are heard and addressed and that you Staff In the School of Media receive the assistance you require to succeed. The SA employs full-time staff in the areas and Design, creativity The directors and staff have committed of front line, administration, athletics, fitness, meets practicality. themselves to spending your student fee accounting, marketing, theater, lounge and responsibly. Starbucks operations. These individuals are A place where ideas are Board of Directors professionals in their field and assist the Directors in managing a first-rate organization. shared, friends are made, The Algonquin Students’ Association is and careers begin. a corporation and, as such, reports to its Woodroffe Campus: members. As an activity-fee paying student, you Room: E114 Find the pathway to your are a member in this corporation. This means Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7711 creative passion with us. that you have the right to apply for a position Monday – Thursday: 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. on the Board of Directors as well as vote in the Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. election that elects this governing body. Pembroke Campus: The Board consists of nine directors who make Room: 100 all the key decisions that affect you. They also Monday – Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. govern the management of the organization. Perth Campus: Furthermore, they are the best voice you have Room: 130A to reach the higher echelons of the College Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. administration. They represent you and it is essential that you become involved in your Students’ Association, because without you there is no Students’ Association!
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Rami Farhat Without the fees you pay, the following services Health and Dental Plan Director could not exist. The Students’ Association Program: Travel and Tourism requires all students to present their updated All students who have paid the Health Plan Phone: 613-727-4723, ext. 5309 student ID card when requesting any of our fee (included with tuition) will be eligible for [email protected] services. the Health and Dental Plan which includes prescription drugs and dental benefits. Students • Clubs and Communities who have coverage with another plan can Allie Grant • Emergency Hotline request a refund of the Health Plan fee by Director • Grad Funding supplying the Students’ Association website Program: Advertising and Marketing • Field Trip Funding with documentation supporting the request. Communications Management • Free Faxing Note: You must opt-out online 30 days from Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5328 • Free Scanning the start date of your program. Drop by the SA [email protected] • Free Report Printing Office Woodroffe Room E114, Pembroke Room Sara Grainger • Free Résumé Copies for Grads 100 and Perth Room 130 for more information President • Meeting Rooms / Silent Study Rooms and to pick up a brochure explaining the extent Program: Travel and Tourism Chris Kolberg • Online Services of coverage. Go online to algonquinSA.com Director (Perth Campus) Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5270 • Housing to download the opt-out form and claim forms Program: Carpentry or call us at 613-727-4723, ext. 7711 for further [email protected] • Used Books Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5651 information. [email protected] • Rideboard • Employer Network Funding Campus Events • Tax Preparation A variety of events and activities are Rachel Montgomery coordinated every year by your Students’ Director Tomas Kolafa The Students’ Association requires all Association on all campuses. Events are Program: Law Clerk Vice President students to present their current student ID diverse and inclusive in the hopes of appealing Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5335 Program: Business Management and card when requesting any of our services. to a wide range of Algonquin students. The SA [email protected] Entrepreneurship For a full listing of services, please visit provides everything in entertainment from main Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5325 www.algonquinsa.com stage concerts, headline speakers, comedy nights, karaoke nights, game nights and more. [email protected] Don’t forget to follow us to find out all the Amy Winterburn www.algonquinSA.com/events Director (Pembroke Campus) up to date, exclusive information: Program: Nursing Charlene Dygos @algonquinsa Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 2824 Director [email protected] Algonquin SA Program: Business Administration Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 7139 sa_algonquin [email protected] Snapchat – algonquinsa Text – 613-222-9472 Egor Evseev Director Program: Advertising and Marketing Communications Management Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5293 [email protected]
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Clubs and Communities WOODROFFE The Observatory The Impact Zone The SA Encourages students to form clubs/ Student Commons www.algonquinSA.com/ www.AlgonquinSA.com/fitness communities to design and implement The Student Commons was conceived as “a The Observatory is the heart of student life on Energize your workout by joining the Impact programs, events, and activities which enrich, gathering place for renewal and friendship, campus at Algonquin. Whether it’s to relax with Zone! This new facility includes Mixed Martial extend and amplify the student life experience. created to inspire a passion for student success.” friends for a drink, have a great meal between Arts, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Fitness Boxing and Check out the current club/communities listing This 110,000 square foot building houses an classes, take a study break, or to simply unwind Kickboxing classes. Challenge your endurance online at www.algonquinsa.com if you don’t extensive range of activities and services. The at the end of a busy day, the Observatory is the coordination and agility. see a club or community group that interests Students’ Association services that are under place to be. We accept the student meal plan For more information on the Fitness and you then you can start your own! the Student Commons roof are: The SA Main for all food items, and proudly serve the best Impact Zone, please visit our website Office, The Algonquin Commons Theatre, poutiness on campus. We can’t wait for you meeting rooms, clubs and communities space, to come in and discover the Observatory for The Algonquin Times Newspaper silent study area, the corner lounge and last yourself! Silent Study Rooms but certainly not least a full serve Starbucks! algonquincollege.com/times For more information on Starbucks check out: Check out the full menu at These are the perfect rooms to get some peace algonquinsa.com/observatory and quiet to do some reading or studying. Winner of numerous distinctions, the Algonquin algonquinsa.com/Starbucks Times offers top-caliber news, sports, and more A wide variety of exciting entertainment is Woodroffe Campus every second Wednesday during the academic scheduled in the Observatory throughout the Rooms: A118 and E210 year. The Algonquin Times is produced by Algonquin Commons Theatre year. Check out: www.algonquinSA.com/ Journalism and Advertising students at the www.algonquincommonstheatre.com events for upcoming events. Woodroffe Campus and is distributed free CKDJ 107.9 FM Radio of charge. The Algonquin Commons Theatre (ACT) is a state-of-the-art venue that is equipped with The Algonquin Fitness Zone Tune your radio to 107.9 FM. That’s where The newspaper is funded by the SA and it one of the best sound and lighting systems you’ll find Algonquin’s favourite radio station, welcomes letters to the Editor from students. All in Ottawa. The 700 seat auditorium is able The Algonquin Fitness Zone is a state-of-the-art CKDJ. Tired of classic rock? CKDJ 107.9 FM letters must be signed. to convert into an 835 capacity venue (which facility dedicated to enhancing the quality of life plays Ottawa’s New Music. CKDJ is run by for all students, employees and the community Radio Broadcasting students and funded in part For more information, contact the Algonquin includes standing room for 300 people on the through physical fitness. Our certified, friendly by the Students’ Association. You can check Times Office at 613-727-4723, ext. 7739 or log floor level of the stage) – making it one of the staff is committed to providing quality instruction them out online or call them at 613-727-4723, onto: algonquincollege.com/times most versatile venues in the city. and programs to help members meet personal ext. 7740. The ACT has played host to an array of concerts challenges. The Fitness Zone promotes an and events over the past few years. Concerts active, healthy lifestyle and at the same time ranging from Tim Hicks to Vance Joy – Q&A develops skills, attitudes and the knowledge events with Morgan Spurlock, and Kenny vs. that encourages physical activity for life. Spenny – movie nights – and even a live taping of the show This Hour Has 22 Minutes! Whether it is an Algonquin SA show, or an outside rental, one thing you can say for sure is that this theatre packs a lot of excitement into one building! Woodroffe Campus Student Commons Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 2449 Email: [email protected]
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Pembroke Campus perth Campus The Students’ Association provides students Women’s Soccer The Landing (Student Lounge) Although the Perth Campus does not have a with a diversified program of activities, which The women compete in the OCAA Eastern dedicated lounge, the Students’ Association is intended to meet students’ competitive, non- Division. Their season runs from September to Pembroke’s student lounge, provided to you has funded space on campus to act as competitive, and social needs. early November. The winner of the OCAA East by your Students’ Association. The Landing student hangout space. The SA funded area is moves on to the Provincial Championships features a pool table, televisions and cozy Our intention is to implement the “Active conveniently located next to the food service where they compete for a spot in the National couches. Plus, a wide variety of exciting Living” philosophy into the College community, area and can be easily converted to host events Championships. entertainment is scheduled throughout the meaning that physical activity will be valued on campus. You can also enjoy a game of pool year. You can also book The Landing for a and integrated into one’s daily life. Athletic Men’s Volleyball (free of charge), or just sit, relax, and watch class party. programming is offered at the Woodroffe The men compete in the OCAA Eastern some TV. Campus and, on a somewhat smaller scale, Division. Their season runs from October to Algonquin Fitness Zone at Pembroke Campus. March. The winner of the OCAA East receives (Pembroke Campus) Algonquin Fitness Zone (Perth Campus) Martha Peak a bye to the Provincial Championships where We are pleased to provide the Pembroke they compete for a spot in the National At the Perth Campus, the SA has funded a Athletics Administrator Campus with a brand new state of the art Championships. Fitness area. The Fitness Zone is free of charge Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext. 5330 Fitness Facility. Workout and strengthen your to students, and houses 4 cardio machines, Email: [email protected] Women’s Volleyball entire body with a full circuit of Precor C-Line 4 weight machines, free weights, and benches. The women compete in the OCAA Eastern selectorized machines or use the new TKO Other highlights of this new facility are the THUNDER VARSITY SPORTS Division. Their season runs from October to urethane dumbbells to add variety to your television, stereo system, lockers and its own March. The winner of the OCAA East moves everyday routine. Users of all ability levels will Algonquin’s varsity teams, the THUNDER, change room. Keep your eye open for when on to the Provincial Championships where love the Precor Treadmills, Bikes and Ellipticals compete under the auspice(s) of the Ontario the personal trainers will be on site to help you they compete for a spot in the National with the added benefit of watching your own Colleges Athletic Association. The Students’ with reach your fitness goals. Championships. television. Be inspired by the open concept Association funds them in full. cardio area that overlooks the many activities Men’s Rugby Men’s Basketball The men compete in the OCAA Eastern happening in the gymnasium. All members will The season runs from early September through Division. Their season runs from October to enjoy the added benefits from the Functional early November. It culminates in a Provincial March. The winner of the OCAA East moves Trainer, the Smith Machine and also the final to be held in mid November at the Highest on to the Provincial Championships where flexibility area to improve their fitness levels. Seeded Team. Start your fitness routine today and take charge they compete for a spot in the National of your HEALTH! Women’s Rugby Championships. The season runs from early September through Gymnasium early November. It too culminates in a Provincial Women’s Basketball The Women’s Basketball team competes in the final to be held in mid November at the Highest Don’t forget to check out the Gymnasium! OCAA Eastern Division. Their season runs from Seeded Team. Here you will be able to participate in recreation October to March. The winner of the OCAA leagues like, basketball, floor hockey, volleyball Men’s Soccer East moves on to the Provincial Championships and more! Check out the SA office for more The men compete in the OCAA Eastern where they compete for a spot in the National information! Division. Their season runs from September to Championships. early November. The winner of the OCAA East moves on to the Provincial Championships where they compete for a spot at the National Championships.
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Recreation Leagues Algonquin Fitness Zone Pembroke Perth Campus Recreational Sports are organized for This 20,000 square foot state-of-the-art fitness Logger Sports Team At the SA Office: students within a fair play environment. The facility has everything you need to achieve Students from all programs can try out for the • purchase your gym membership Athletic Department offers a wide variety of your fitness goals. The Algonquin Fitness Zone Logger Sports team. The team participates in leagues, tournaments and off-campus activities features 44 pieces of cardio equipment, free two competitions yearly, one at Sir Sandford • sign up for ice hockey at the Westport Arena throughout the academic year. Leagues include: orientation, personalized fitness programs, Fleming College and the other at McGill • sign up for basketball one night per week at floor hockey, basketball, volleyball, indoor personal trainers, free towel service, saunas, University. the local High School gymnasium soccer, touch football, ultimate, and curling. massage therapy and much more. Additional information can be obtained from the Registration for the Fall leagues will be on Memberships also include Aerobics classes to SA Office. Monday, September 21st commencing at 9 a.m. enhance your fitness routine! at the Ron Port Athletic Facility (A121). The cost Fitness Passes Don’t miss the MMA Facility, the Impact Zone! Purchase your pass at the SA Office for use is $55 per team. Strengthen and tone your core muscles, of the new state-of-the-art fitness facility on Swimming: City of Ottawa Pools improve your coordination and agility and campus. (Algonquin Students Only) overall fitness with our exciting new programs. Stop by A125 to check it out! Intramural Sports Program Vouchers: $1.00 for Open swim The following leagues will be offered in the new Please pick up your voucher at the Athletic For further information please contact a Client gymnasium facility – floor hockey, basketball, Desk, A121. Service Associate at: 613-727-4723, ext. 7294. indoor soccer, volleyball and badminton. Sign up in the SA Office for tournaments – ice For more information, please contact the: hockey, touch football, outdoor soccer, and Athletic Department at: 613-727-4723, ext. softball. 5589
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–------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WOMEN’S SOCCER SCHEDULE 2015-16 Women’s Rugby SCHEDULE 2015-16 ––––------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– –––––------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Date Time Event Date Time Event Saturday, September 12 1:00 pm vs. Fleming Sunday, September 20 1:00 pm @ SLC Sunday, September 13 1:00 pm vs. Centennial Sunday, September 27 1:00 pm vs. Fleming Friday, September 18 6:00 pm vs. Loyalist Sunday, October 4 1:00 pm vs. Loyalist Sunday, September 20 12:00 pm @ Cambrian Friday, October 9 6:00 pm @ Fleming Friday, September 25 6:00 pm @ Loyalist Sunday, October 18 1:00 pm vs. SLC Saturday, September 26 1:00 pm @ Centennial Saturday, October 24 1:00 pm @ Loyalist Saturday, October 3 3:00 pm vs. Durham October 31 - November 1 C/O Game @ 2nd place Wednesday, October 7 1:00 pm @ SLC November 7 - 8 Semi-Final @ 1st place Saturday, October 10 3:15 pm vs. Cambrian ––––––------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Friday, October 16 6:00 pm @ Flemming MEN’S RUGBY SCHEDULE 2015-16 Saturday, October 17 1:00 pm @ Durham ––––------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Wednesday, October, 21 6:00 pm vs. SLC Date Time Event Saturday, October, 24 C/O Game TBD Sunday, September 20 2:00 pm @ Seneca October 29 - 31 OCAA @ Fleming Sunday, September 27 3:00 pm vs. Fleming November 11 - 14 CCAA @ Flemming Sunday, October 4 3:00 pm vs. Seneca Friday, October 9 7:00 pm @ Trent ––------––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– MEN’S SOCCER SCHEDULE 2015-16 Sunday, October 18 3:00 pm vs. SLC –––------–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Saturday, October 24 3:00 pm @ Loyalist Date Time Event October 31 - November 1 C/O Game @ 2nd place Saturday, September 12 3:15 pm vs. Fleming November 7 - 8 Semi-Final @ 1st place Sunday, September 13 3:15 pm vs. Centennial Sunday, September 20 2:30 pm @ Cambrian Saturday, September 26 3:00 pm @ Centennial Saturday, October 3 5:15 pm vs. Durham Wednesday, October 7 3:00 pm @ SLC Saturday, October 10 1:00 pm vs. Cambrian Friday, October 16 8:00 pm @ Fleming Saturday, October 17 3:00 pm @ Durham Wednesday, October 21 8:15 pm vs. SLC Saturday, October 24 C/O Game TBD October 29 - 31 OCAA Men’s Soccer Provincials @ Humber November 11 - 14 CCAA Men’s Soccer Nationals @ St. Lambert
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February 25-27 OCAA’s @ Seneca March, 9-12 CCAA’s @Douglas College
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COLLEGE POLICIES RELATING TO Listed below is a selection of policies that we STUDENT LIFE believe all students should be familiar with. Each of the policies listed includes a brief algonquincollege.com/directives description of the topic. These policies can Algonquin College’s policies and directives have be of assistance when you are dealing with been developed to ensure the health, safety, faculty and college administrators on a variety and security of all students, faculty and staff, of topics. and the proper and fair operation of the College Please take the time to visit the website to as an academic institution and employer. Our review, in detail, the listed policies as well as all policies define the College’s expectations in others. We invite you to become familiar with regards to student and employee behaviour the College’s policies website to stay informed and responsibilities, academic affairs and on new and revised policies and to provide governance, and procedures and sanctions for feedback for policy improvements. resolving complaints and dealing with offences.
––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Table of Contents ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––------––––––––––––– AC – Accessibility AC 01 Students with Disabilities HR – Human Resources HR 22 Respectful Workplace HS – Health, Safety and Security HS 01 Occupational Health and Safety HS 10 Smoking on Campus HS 11 Campus Alcohol Policy IT – Information Technology IT 01 Acceptable Use of Computer Networks and Accounts SA – Student Affairs SA 02 Ombudsperson SA 03 Student Complaints SA 05 Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries SA 07 Student Conduct SA 10 Secured and Unsecured Loans SA 14 Unreturned College Property and Unpaid Debt SA16 Sexual Assault/Sexual Violence
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AA – Academic Affairs AC – ACCESSIBILITY HS – HEALTH, SAFETY AND AA 03 Program Councils AC 01 SECURITY AA 04 Admissions Students with Disabilities HS 01 AA 05 Advanced Standing All College policies will respect the dignity Occupational Health and Safety AA 06 Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition of persons with disabilities, encourage the AA 08 Course Load Algonquin College is committed to providing a principles of universal access design, and AA 09 Transfer of Academic Credit (Internal) safe and healthy work and learning environment take into consideration the Accessibility for AA 10 Transfer of Academic Credit (External) for its staff, students and contractors. Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005). Students AA 11 Registration The College acknowledges its duty and with disabilities must meet program eligibility AA 12 Changes to Original Registration – Course Drop/Add responsibility to ensure that every precaution, criteria and applicant selection criteria relevant AA 13 Evaluation of Student Learning reasonable in the circumstances, is taken. to the program and have the opportunity to AA 14 Grading System Safety is a shared responsibility. Students are be provided with reasonable accommodation. AA 15 College Credentials required to follow all safety instructions and to The Centre for Students with Disabilities is AA 17 Dean’s Honours List wear all personal protective equipment required responsible for providing relevant services. AA 18 Academic Dishonesty and Discipline by the College. Students are required to report AA 19 Academic Appeal hazards, defects in equipment and protective AA 20 Plagiarism HR – HUMAN RESOURCES devices, and accidents to their professor(s). AA 21 Deferred Evaluation HR 22 HS 10 AA 23 Faculty Consultation with Students Respectful Workplace AA 24 Disruptions to College Activities Smoking on Campus AA 25 Student Course Feedback Algonquin College is committed to fostering a In keeping with the Smoke Free Ontario Act (O. AA 26 Course Outlines and Course Section Information climate in which all individuals are treated with reg. 48/06) and in order to provide a healthy AA 27 General Education Courses respect and dignity, and in which the human and safe learning and working environment, AA 28 Essential Employability Skills rights of its students, employees, contractors, smoking is prohibited at all times inside any AA 32 Use of Electronic Devices and volunteers are respected. Harassment and College owned or leased facility or vehicle. AA 35 Confidentiality of Student Records discrimination, as defined in the policy, will not Smoking is only permitted in smoking shelters AA 36 Field Trips be tolerated by the College in its educational, in various areas on each campus or in outdoor AA 37 Review of Final Grade employment or business dealings. Algonquin areas as indicated. AA 39 Program Progression and Graduation Requirements College encourages all members of the AA 40 Academic Advising College Community to avail themselves of the HS 11 AA 41 Cancellation of Classes mechanisms for dispute resolution contained Campus Alcohol Policy within the policy. This will allow the College to AA 42 Learning Management System The objective of this policy is to establish maximize its ability to appropriately resolve a campus environment that supports the disputes in a timely manner and at the same responsible use of alcohol by members of the time, maintain the continuity and integrity of the College community at all College licensed College’s activities. locations and at alcohol-related events sponsored by the College.
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IT – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SA 05 SA 14 AA – ACADEMIC AFFAIRS IT 01 Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries Unreturned College Property and AA 03 Unpaid Debt Acceptable Use of Computer Networks Through the administration of an annual Program Councils and Accounts program for scholarships and awards the While attending Algonquin College, students Program Councils provide students the This policy establishes the standards for College recognizes excellence and achievement make arrangements for the loan of athletic opportunity to provide feedback to their the use of College networks and computer in its students. The College also has a bursary or audio-visual equipment, books and other professors and the Academic Administrator on accounts. The users of the College network are program in place to help students in financial College property. As well, students may incur their current experience in the program. need. debts to the College Bookstore, the Resource responsible for respecting and adhering to local, AA 04 provincial, federal and international lawas, as SA 07 Centre and other departments. At the end of the well as the policies of the College. loan period, or at the end of each term, students Admissions Student Conduct are to honour these obligations. The College Computers and networks provide access will formally notify students of any outstanding The College assesses applicants against criteria The College believes all members of the which indicate the prospect of success in the to resources on and off campus, as well as College community have the right to study or obligations and will take appropriate actions the ability to communicate with other users should these not be met. program selected by the applicants. The College work without undue interference. The College gives consideration to admit those applicants worldwide. Such open access is a privilege and shall treat students as adults who are capable requires users to act responsibly. SA 16 who meet the published admission requirements. of, and responsible for, conducting themselves Sexual Assult/Sexual Violence The selection procedures shall be equitable, fair in a manner which respects the rights of staff, and open, and consistently applied. SA – STUDENT AFFAIRS other students, and College property. This Sexual assault and sexual violence are SA 02 policy centres on disciplinary actions to be unacceptable and will not be tolerated. We are AA 05 Ombudsperson taken by the College should the conduct of committed to challenging and preventing sexual Advanced Standing students be unacceptable. assault/sexual violence and creating a safe Advanced standing is recognition awarded to Algonquin College and the Algonquin College SA 10 space for anyone in our College community Students’ Association have established the who has experienced sexual assault/sexual a student upon admission which enables direct Office of the Ombudsperson to make available Secured and Unsecured Loans violence. The College is expected to be a safe entry to a second or higher level of a program. to students, an independent and impartial and positive space where members of the It is based on the assumption that previous The College, through Financial Aid and Student education and/or experiential learning provide advisor to provide information on College Awards (FASA), will administer both secured College community feel able to work, learn and policies, procedures and practices and to express themselves in an environment free an overall equivalency to one or more levels of and unsecured loans. There are maximum the program curriculum. attempt to resolve problems or complaints amounts of funds that the College can provide from sexual assault/sexual violence. through investigation and mediation. students. In some cases, the student’s needs All reported incidents of sexual assault/sexual AA 06 SA 03 are in excess of the maximum, which can be violence will be investigated in a manner Prior Learning Assessment and Student Complaints approved. The student recipient is responsible that ensures due process. It is this policy’s Recognition to the College for the repayment of the intention to make individuals feel comfortable Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition This policy establishes procedures so that approved secured or unsecured loan. about making a report in good faith about (PLAR) recognizes that adults may acquire students, without fear of reprisal, can raise sexual assault/sexual violence that they have college level learning through life experience. concerns about their teaching/learning experienced or witnessed. experience or the services received. To credit this learning, it must be described or demonstrated; assessed as to its nature, extent, and depth; and deemed equivalent and current when compared to course learning requirements or program learning outcomes. PLAR focuses on the evaluation of experiential learning. In PLAR, a letter grade or credit (CR) is awarded; whereas in the transfer of academic credit process an exemption is provided. 192 algonquincollege.com 193 2015-2016 COLLEGE DIRECTIVES 2015-2016 COLLEGE DIRECTIVES
AA 08 AA 11 AA14 AA19 Course Load Registration Grading System Academic Appeal Each program has an established approved Registration consists of two steps: payment The College is accountable for evaluating Algonquin College is accountable for setting program of study, outlining the combination of of full fees, and selection and registration student achievement based on established and maintaining standards of academic courses which must be successfully completed in courses. Once both steps are complete, standards and for communicating the results of performance. The College is also committed to to entitle a student for certification as a students are eligible to: attend classes, use evaluation in a clear, consistent and equitable ensuring that students are treated in a fair and graduate of the program. The program of study College facilities and resources, and receive manner. The assignment of College-defined consistent manner regarding all matters that is divided into academic achievement levels, academic credit. grades formalizes a student’s status within a relate to their academic performance progress. each one outlining the courses to be taken in a AA12 course and/or program and provides a basis for In keeping with this commitment, all students given term. The number of courses taken in a decisions regarding recognition of excellence, are provided a timely process to appeal particular term is referred to as the course load. Changes to Original Registration – promotion, academic probation and withdrawal. academic decisions they believe to be unfair Course Drop/Add AA 09 AA15 or unreasonable that impact their academic standing or progression. Transfer of Academic Credit (Internal) Students who wish to make changes to their College Credentials original registration may do so within the time AA20 frame and constraints determined by the The Registrar has responsibility for certifying Plagiarism The College recognizes that courses delivered College. Students are encouraged to do so in graduates who have achieved the approved within the College in different programs consultation with their Academic Advisor. It is program learning outcomes established by the Algonquin College expects students to follow may lead to the same essential learning the student’s responsibility to be aware of the Senior Vice President, Academic. This policy acceptable standards of academic honesty requirements. The assigning of equivalency effect of Drop/Add activity on his/her program of documents the credentials issued to graduates crucial to the teaching/learning process. status to courses allows students to receive study and student status. as stipulated in the Ministry of Training, Academic work submitted by students is an internal transfer of credit for identical or AA13 Colleges and Universities (MTCU) guidelines on evaluated on the assumption that the work equivalent College courses when entering program certification. presented by the student is his/her own, unless Evaluation of Student Learning another Program of Study. AA17 designated otherwise. Plagiarism constitutes AA 10 The College is accountable for the assessment an act of academic dishonesty. This policy Dean’s Honours List documents the penalties to be imposed for an Transfer of Academic Credit (External) and evaluation of students’ performance through the application of standards that guide The Dean’s Honours List is established each act of plagiarism. assessment, evaluation and progression. A term to officially recognize the outstanding AA21 Transfer of credit is awarded for courses formal process of assessment provides timely academic achievement of students enrolled Deferred Evaluation completed at other recognized post-secondary and specific feedback to students as they work on a full-time basis in an Ontario College institutions, on the basis that the learning towards the achievement of learning outcomes. Credential or bachelor’s degree program. Students demonstrate their mastery of the outcomes are equivalent and current to the It informs students of their current level of AA18 program learning outcomes by participating in courses within the program of study. Normally, achievement in a course or program. A process evaluation mechanisms scheduled throughout only those courses completed during the of formal evaluation also enables the College Academic Dishonesty and Discipline the semester. The College recognizes that previous five years will be considered for to make decisions regarding students’ progress Adherence to acceptable standards of students may face exceptional circumstances transfer of credit and a minimum grade of “C” is through a course or program. academic honesty is an important aspect of the during the semester which can prevent them required. learning process. Academic work is evaluated from completing an evaluation(s) as scheduled. on the assumption that the work presented by In those circumstances, students in good the students is their own. Students who commit academic standing can request an extension to acts of academic dishonesty, also known as complete the missed evaluation(s). cheating, will be subject to disciplinary action. This policy documents the penalties to be imposed for an act of academic dishonesty.
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AA23 AA26 AA 32 AA37 Faculty Consultation with Students Course Outlines and Course Section Use of Electronic Devices in Class Review of Final Grade Information Algonquin College strives to provide students Technology is an essential component of The College is accountable for the assessment with the academic support required to make Course outlines and course section information many facets of modern higher education and evaluation of students’ performance their learning experience successful. All are essential components of all courses today including the core activity of teaching through the application of standards that guide professors must provide some out of class offered at Algonquin College. Together, and learning. When used effectively, these assessment, evaluation and progression. hours to consult with students for the purpose of they document the curriculum at the course electronic devices can increase student Evaluation of students’ performance ends with clarification of course content and assessment. level. Course outlines support the learning engagement and enhance the overall learning the awarding of a final grade. There may be AA24 process by identifying course learning environment. In order to ensure a productive occasions when students disagree with the requirements, activities and resources, as and positive teaching and learning environment grade they receive on an evaluation or on Disruptions to College Activities well as the evaluation framework planned to for all students, the use of mobile computing their overall final grade. This policy provides The College recognizes that there may be assess student achievement. Course section devices in the classroom and evaluation students the procedure to request a review of circumstances beyond its control that interrupt information details how the course outline is sessions is ultimately at the discretion of the their overall final grade, at the conclusion of the activities of the College. The College will implemented with a specific group of learners professor. the term. This can also include a review of a take every reasonable measure to remain open within the context of a particular section. AA35 component of the final grade. In cases where and, when closure is unavoidable, to reopen as AA27 the final grade assigned impacts students’ Confidentiality of Student Records progression, Policy AA 19 Academic Appeal soon as possible. The College will endeavour to General Education Courses provide the level of service possible, given the The College has a legal obligation to protect the applies. circumstances. The purpose of General Education courses student’s right to privacy and to make judicious AA39 AA25 is to develop educated citizens who are use of student data and academic information Program Progression and Graduation conscious of the diversity, complexity, and in its possession as required by the Freedom of Requirements Student Course Feedback richness of the human experience and who are Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 1987, Student Course Feedback provides a able to contribute thoughtfully, creatively, and Province of Ontario (FIPPA). This policy outlines In order to graduate from an Ontario College systematic and consistent mechanism for positively to the society in which they live and the manner in which the College protects Credential or bachelor’s degree program, students to share their course experiences work. The specific themes General Education and manages the personal information of all students are required to successfully complete with the College. Results are used to identify courses cover are: Arts in Society, Civic Life, students. all course requirements as set out in the required improvements to course design and Social and Cultural Understanding, Personal AA36 approved Program of Study. The Program of Understanding, and Science and Technology. Study provides a continuum in learning from delivery, facilities and equipment, to assist in Field Trips program review, and to support the professional AA28 basic to more complex levels. Students must demonstrate their readiness to progress at development of professors. Essential Employability Skills Field trips are activities sanctioned by an academic department of the College and various intervals; this is usually determined by Algonquin College recognizes the importance offered to students as either mandatory or successful course completion. In addition, in of preparing its graduates for their careers by optional activities. The trips are off-campus some programs, an overall review of progress ensuring that they meet the expectations of their visits, normally of no more than two days will be required at various stages. future employers. Essential Employability Skills duration and under the supervision of a College are integrated components of post-secondary staff member. A field trip is distinct from field programs of study. placement, field work, or clinical experience.
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AA40 Transfer Agreements with Colleges Queen’s University (Ontario) Academic Advising and Universities Royal Roads University (British Columbia) Students who have access to effective and Because transfer agreements are established Ryerson University (Ontario) timely academic advice have an increased on a continuous basis, for the most up-to- ability to make informed decisions about their date information, please go to the Articulation Saint Paul University (Ontario) studies and have higher chances of remaining Agreements/Degree Pathways website and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) committed to academic success and career search your School link for program specific New South Wales (Australia) goals. Academic Advising is an integrated and information at: systematic service that provides students with algonquincollege.com/degree-pathways/ Thompson Rivers University (British Columbia) the opportunity to plan, discuss, and review Transfer agreements may allow graduates academic progress and to address challenges to use their college education towards the University Canada West (British Columbia) that may impede successful performance. completion of a degree in partnership with University of Guelph (Ontario) AA41 another college or university. Applicants are University of Lethbridge (Alberta) Cancellation of Classes subject to the admission requirements of the college or the university granting the degree. University of New Brunswick (New Students are provided a schedule of classes For more details about specific pathways, Brunswick) at the beginning of each semester so they please go to: ONTransfer.ca can commit themselves to responsible class University of Ontario Institute of Technology attendance and plan their activities. If a class or Algonquin College currently has established (UOIT) (Ontario) agreements with the following institutions: lab must be cancelled, students must receive University of Ottawa (Ontario) adequate notice. Algonquin College (Ontario) University of Southern Queensland AA42 Athabasca University (Alberta) (Australia) Learning Management System Bishop’s University (Quebec) University of Western Ontario (Ontario) Students are provided access to essential Brock University (Ontario) Vancouver Island University (British course materials, resources and other relevant Columbia) information through the College’s learning Cape Breton University (Nova Scotia) management system which is currently Carleton University (Ontario) Wilfrid Laurier University (Ontario) Blackboard. Conestoga College (Ontario) Davenport University (United States) Endicott College (United States) Griffith University (Australia) Lakehead University (Ontario) Laurentian University (Ontario) Memorial University of Newfoundland – Marine Institute (Newfoundland) Nipissing University (Ontario) Okanagan College (British Columbia)
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The Employment Support Centre Job Postings FACULTY EXT. ROOM EMAIL algonquincollege.com/employment/ We offer a free online job posting service for students, graduates, and employers for part- Aboriginal Student Success Specialist The Employment Support Centre provides Tony Mendes 5517 E122e [email protected] labour market employment information and time, summer, volunteer, and full-time jobs. resources for students and graduates. Check out our job postings on ACSIS: https://acsis.algonquincollege.com/ General Arts and Science Career Fairs students/ Jenny Dyall 5068 B144d [email protected] Sharon Smith 2253 B144d [email protected] The Part-time and Volunteer Job Fair will be Recruitment Calendar held on Thursday, September 24, 2015. Looking Check out our online Job Fairs & Events Language Institute for a part-time job or a volunteer position during Lise Gilhooly 5748 B1446s [email protected] the school year? Join us to meet with over Calendar to view information on recruitment 20 employers and non-profit organizations activities on-campus and off-campus: algonquincollege.com/employment/ Online Learning Student Support Officer for Full-Time Students recruiting at Algonquin College. The fair will be Sacha Leduc 7047 P209 [email protected] held in the Student Commons first floor lobby recruitment-events-workshops/career-fair- calendar/ between 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Online Learning Student Support Officer for Part-Time Students The Career Networking Fair is the largest job Woodroffe Campus Samantha Haight 6216 P209 [email protected] fair held at Algonquin. The Career Networking Tel.: 613-727-4723, ext.7200 Fair annually brings together over 60 employers Email: [email protected] School of Advanced Technology Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence and 1,200 students and alumni from all Lisa Lamb 5196 CA202a [email protected] programs at the College to network and explore summer jobs and full-time employment. School of Business This year the Career Networking Fair will be Nastia Touhlova 7024 B337d [email protected] held on Tuesday, February 9, 2016. Join us in Jan Strickland 5261 B434a [email protected] the Woodroffe campus gymnasium between 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. School of Health and Community Studies & Police and Public Safety Institute Karen Gendron 7558 P112a [email protected] We also host the Health Care Job Fair Lorraine St-Pierre 2992 J125 [email protected] in November. Watch our website for more information on the date and time. Many School of Hospitality & Tourism departments also host their own job fairs. Irene Mitani 2249 H202d [email protected] Please contact The Employment Support Centre for more information on job fairs School of Media & Design in areas such as: Hospitality and Tourism, Deborah Buck 5503 N219 [email protected] Police Foundations, Social Service Worker, Developmental Services Worker, and Child and Workplace Safety and Insurance Board | Experienced Worker Centre Youth Worker. Livia Konevai 6160 A214 [email protected]
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