Administrators...... page 04 Alumni Association...... 66 Board of Directors...... 06 Board Structure...... 08 Campus Employment Service...... 22 Campus Recreation...... 26 Campus Rec Fall & Winter Activities...... 28 Career & Placement Services...... 44 Club Funding & Banking Service...... 20 College Bookstore - Follett Managed Store...... 54 College Services Fee...... 43 Confederation College Foundation ...... 67 Confederation College Oral Health Clinic...... 14 Counselling Services...... 46 Elections...... 09 Facilities Services...... 59 Financial Aid...... 44 Fitness Centre...... 50 Food Bank...... 19 Health Services...... 51 Health & Safety...... 64 Heath Plan...... 15 International Education Centre...... 41 Learning Centre...... 48 Paterson Library Commons...... 55 Negahneewin College Academic & Community Development...... 38 Ombuds Office...... 58 Oshki-Anishnawbeg Student Association (OASA)...... 13 Peer Tutoring...... 47 President’s Messages...... 02 Quick Reference Contact List...... 05 Respect...... 34 Sibley Hall Residence...... 53 Student Activity Fee...... 12 Thirsty Thursday...... 21 Varsity Athletics...... 31 Wellness & Diversity...... 18
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 1 I would like to start by wishing a warm welcome to all of our students, both new and returning. My name is Ryan West and I am your Student President for the 2010/2011 school year. I am here not only to represent you throughout the college and the province but to assist you academically in anyway possible. My office is always open, feel free to stop by with suggestions, concerns or just to talk. SUCCI, The Student Union of Confederation College Inc. is an organization that supports Ryan West students and offers a variety of important President, SUCCI services to them. Take a glance at the next T: (807) 475-6610 few pages to see everything we have to offer C: (807) 252-3004 you! We have 6 full time staff and a student [email protected] board of 14 who are more than willing to be there for you. Statistics show that students participating in some form of extracurricular activity at college are more likely to succeed. So, I encourage all students to get involved in campus life, and take advantage of the variety of activities & special events we provide. SUCCI is proud to run the Campus Employment Service here at Confederation. We employ many students every year. If you are strapped for cash, stop by the SUCCI office and apply. This year we are providing all full time post secondary students with a Thunder Bay Transit U-Pass and will allow affordable bus service to students. Our hope is to lower our carbon footprint by providing students affordable access to public transportation. This is my College and I am proud. Let’s make this a year you can be proud of too and show everyone why Confederation students are the best students! Show your college pride and spirit by getting involved and using all the services available. This will make your experience a true “College Experience”! I wish you all nothing but the best in this 2010-2011 year!
2 I2 Student Union of Confederation College Inc. One of my most cherished duties as President of Confederation College is to welcome students to our College each and every year. I am proud to be doing so on behalf of our Board of Governors as well as all of our employees. From the time you enter our doors to the day you graduate, our dedicated employees work diligently to meet your needs. You will find Professors who know you by name and who will help guide you through your studies. In addition, there are many student support services available to you to support you Patricia Lang academically and personally. President, Our students and our graduates rate their Confederation experience at Confederation College as College exceptional. Just as important, this year’s employer satisfaction rate of 92.9 % shows that our graduates are job ready and very successful.* I particularly enjoy working with our student leaders and supporting the initiatives of the Student Union of Confederation College (SUCCI) and Oshki Anishnawbeg Student Association (OASA). I encourage you to get involved in college life and take advantage of the many activities your student association has to offer. For those who are returning to Confederation, we will continue to provide you with excellent learning opportunities and services that will help you realize your academic goals, dreams and aspirations. For newcomers, we look forward to contributing to your future success. Welcome to Confederation College where you can “change your life through learning.” Patricia Lang Phone: (807) 475-6350 Email: [email protected]
* As reported 2009/2010 Key Performance Indicators –Surveys of students, employers and graduates.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 3 The SUCCI Administrators carry out the day-to-day operations of your Student Association. Take advantage of the many services SUCCI offers while attending Confederation College. In the pages to follow, you can learn more about class & club banking, special events, campus recreation, varsity athletics, wellness & diversity programming, the student health plan and even how to get a job! The SUCCI office is located on the 1st floor Shuniah Building, open daily from 8:30 am until 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday. Phone: (807) 475-6226 Email: [email protected] Fax: (807) 473-5160 Susan Tucker Cathy Gorrie Lynne Savela
Executive Director Accounting & Programming Campus Recreation [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Denise Miller Thomas Russell Carol Kennedy
Campus Employment Service Wellness & Diversity Marketing & Office [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
4 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. SUCCI 475-6226 President, Ryan West 475-6610 Vice President - External, Jeff McAllister 475-6586 Vice President - Internal, Alex Walsh 475-6586 Executive Director, Lynne Savela 475-6223 Programming & Accounting, Cathy Gorrie 475-6403 Campus Employment Service, Carol Kennedy 475-6434 Campus Recreation, Susan Tucker 475-6481 Wellness & Diversity, Thomas Russell 475-6237 Thunder Bay Campus Numbers ACE Main Office 473-2400 Aramark 475-6299 Bookstore 475-6225/6673 Computer Services Help Desk 475-6488 Confederation College Main Line 475-6110 College President, Patricia Lang 475-6350 College Vice President, Academic and Student 475-6649 Services, Judi Maundrell Counselling 475-6110 Dental Clinic 475-6436 Dorion Main Office 475-6384 Financial Aid 475-6637 Fitness Centre (Bookings/Information) 475-6239 Health Services 475-6169 Job Connect 475-6298 Library Learning Commons 475-6219 Learning Centre 475-6618 McIntyre Main Office 475-6104 Negahneewin College 475-6465 Ombudsperson, Kim Morgan 475-6209 Oshki-Anishnawbeg Student Association (OASA) 475-6314 Print Shop 475-6105 Registration Services 475-6265 Security/Campus Walk 623-0465 Lost and Found 475-6261 Sibley Hall Residence 475-6381 Regional Campusesgona Dryden Campus (807) 223-3035 Fort Frances Campus (807) 274-5395 Geraldton Campus (807) 854-0652 Kenora Campus (807) 468-3121 Marathon Campus (807) 229-2464 Sioux Lookout Campus (807) 737-2851
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 5 Through pro-active leadership and representation, SUCCI will advocate for the best interest of the student body and will provide student services which compliment student life, foster personal growth and development, and enhance the formal education process.
These are your 2010-11 Board of Directors! Check out www.succi.com for more information,
office hours, etc. Ryan West Jeff McAllister
President Vice President - External [email protected] [email protected]
APPLY TO SUCCI BY TBA Alex Walsh
Tiffany Moffat SEPT 16th
Vice President - Internal Director of Athletics Director of Communications [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
APPLY TO SUCCI BY TBA
Peggy Petersen SEPT 16th Peter Jaworowski
Director of Student Wellness & Diversity Director of Special Events Director of Residential Life [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
6 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Steve Carlson Jessica Turney Sulaiman Minhas
Senator of Business, Senator of Health & Senator of Aviation Hospitality & Media Arts Community Services [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] John Ta Dustin Musgrave Naomi Abotossaway
Senator of Negahneewin Senator of Technology OASA Representative [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Chris Koza Jon Hendel Lynne Savela
Executive Director Past President Chief Justice [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Owen Smith Kaia Beaudry Kathy Kimpton
Faculty Rep. Support Staff Rep. Admin. Rep. owsmith@confederationc. [email protected] [email protected] on.ca
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 7 The SUCCI Board of Directors consists of 14 elected student representatives and 6 non-voting Board members (ex-officios)
President: Is the official spokesperson and signing officer of SUCCI. The President monitors the duties of the Board of Directors and sits on numerous committees as the SUCCI Representative.
VP-External: Works hand-in-hand with the President and assumes the President’s position in their absence;
VP-Internal: Monitors the activity of the Senators. This includes the Class President System.
Director of Athletics: Helps to facilitate the SUCCI Campus Rec and Varsity Athletic Programs. Presides as the President of the Campus Rec Leadership Council.
Director of Communications: Acts as Liaison with Regional Campuses and oversees the publication of the student newsletter.
Director of Special Events: Assists with programming and special events.
Director of Student Wellness & Diversity: Assists with Diversity & Wellness Programming. Acts as the student representative on committees that affect the well being of students on campus.
Director of Residential Life: Chair of Residence Council meetings and Food Service Committee at Sibley Hall to share information and link between SUCCI and Residence students.
Senators: Five senators to represent the divisions of Business, Hospitality & Media Arts; Health & Community Services; Technology; Aviation; and Negahneewin College. Senators recruit Class Presidents from within their division and call regular meetings to share info and take concerns to the SUCCI Board of Directors.
OASA Representative: Member of the SUCCI Board Of Directors as the elected Rep from Oshki-Anishnawbeg Student Association (OASA).
Ex-Officio Positions: Chief Justice; Executive Director; Admin Rep; Faculty Rep; Past President Rep; and Support Staff Rep are the ex-officio, appointed positions on the SUCCI Board of Directors. ALL Job Descriptions available at www.succi.com
8 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Students have a voice — so make a difference. As a member of the 2011-2012 SUCCI Board of Directors, a student will be given the opportunity to represent their peers and gain valuable experience. A student leader identifies issues and concerns of their peers, improves on communication, gains valuable leadership skills, represents the interest of the student body and has a whole lot of fun. Elections for positions for the Board of Directors will be held in the winter semester. Nominations open in January (pick up an election kit at the SUCCI office). Campaigning begins in early February, with election day following in late February. Watch for information on the 2011 elections in January. In order to qualify, a student must be a full time post secondary student returning to Confederation College in the fall of 2011 and have a minimum GPA of 2.0 from the previous semester. The President is a full time position. Monthly honorariums are provided for members on the SUCCI Board of Directors as a token of appreciation for their personal time, effort and service. Board of Director Positions President * $20,000 Senator of Technology $2,500 Vice President - External* $3,000 Senator of Business, Hospitality & Media Arts $2,500 Vice President - Internal $3,000 Senator of Negahneewin $2,500 Director of Athletics $2,500 Senator of Health & Director of Communications $2,500 Community Services $2,500 Director of Special Events $2,500 Senator of Aviation $2,500 Director of Student Wellness $2,500 Oshki-Anishnawbeg & Diversity Rep (appointed) $1,000 Director of Residential Life $2,500 Chief Justice (appointed) $1,000
* In addition to the honorarium, the President will work full time during the summer. The Vice President - External may be eligible to work during the summer 2011.
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 9 This is your opportunity to voice your opinion and give SUCCI some feedback on the real issues facing Confederation College students. The Class President System is a rewarding leadership experience that very often leads to further student leadership opportunities. Upbeat bi-weekly meetings are opportunities to make friends, get involved and really make an impact on your school. One president is elected or appointed by their class. Class Presidents are responsible for talking to their class about current issues, recording feedback and concerns and bringing that information back to their peers. Senators run the Class Presidents meetings and share the feedback to the SUCCI Board. For more information on how to get involved, please contact the Senator of your division or SUCCI VP-Internal, Alex Walsh at vpinternal@ succi.com or 475.6586. Your 2010-2011 Senators are;
Senator of Business, Senator of Health & Senator of Aviation Hospitality & Media Arts Community Services Sulaiman Minhas Steve Carlson Jessica Turney [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Senator of Negahneewin Senator of Technology Naomi Abotossaway John Ta [email protected] [email protected]
I loved being a Class President! It is a great opportunity to meet new people and voice concerns. The class presidents find out all of the things that are going on around campus so it’s hard to miss anything! It is a great way to get involved with the school and to talk to people from other programs. I would highly recommend being a class rep to everyone. It is a great opportunity and it’s a lot of fun! Chelsea Micek 2007-2008 Class President
10 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Let’s hear what you have to say... Is your program giving you the skills to help you succeed? Are your teachers up-to-date in their field? Are you satisfied with... the Library, Health Services, Bookstore, Aramark Food Services, etc.
Key Performance Indicator Student Satisfaction Survey This is a mandatory Provincial survey administered by the Ministry of Training Colleges & Universities to all full-time post secondary students. In the month of February (in class)
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 11 All full-time post-secondary students pay a Student Activity Fee of $173. The Student Activity Fee is administered by SUCCI to provide programs and services to the student body. Some of our services include:
• Campus • Student Food Bank • Fax services publications • Class/Club banking • Special Events & • Orientation events service Programming and activities • Bursaries and • Graphic Services • Campus Recreation Awards • Advocacy & • Student lounge/ • Club funding Representation big screen T.V. • Wellness & • Membership in the • Varsity Athletics Diversity College Student Programming Alliance • Campus Employment Service • Calculators • It’s about respect.
For more information, drop by the SUCCI/OASA office located off the student lounge in the Shuniah Building main floor, email: [email protected], (807) 475-6226, or www.succi.com.
12 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Vision Statement The role of OASA is to provide a supportive environment that facilitates Indigenous inclusion in post-secondary education, fosters personal growth and furthers Aboriginal contributions to Canadian society.
Mission Statement OASA provides community based leadership and advocacy that effectively address the best interests of Indigenous Canadian and International learner needs and priorities in post-secondary education.
Boozhoo!!! Oshki Anishnawbeg Student Association (OASA) extends greetings to everyone at Confederation College. In February 2011, OASA will host its annual elections and we encourage any student interested in becoming an active member of our college community to run for a council position. We at OASA respect diversity and our council includes students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, experiences and interests. We invite all students to stop by our office, socialize with us, or just relax on our sofas in the OASA Lounge. We are situated in the SUCCI office area. We look forward to hosting a variety of events this upcoming school year: feasts, drum groups, guest speakers, suicide awareness session, stress reliever event, etc. For more information regarding our upcoming events, please visit the website: www.succi.com and look for upcoming events Please feel free to contact the OASA office anytime at (807) 475-6314 or visit: www.succi.com for more information. Miigwech, Oshki Anishnawbeg Student Association
Phone: (807) 475-6314 Email: [email protected]
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 13 Dental Hygiene and Assistant students need patients for clean-ups, x-rays, sealants, check-ups, mouth guards & bleaching. No Fillings or Extractions. Students helping students.
General Fee $20 ($15 for children) additional fee for some services. Everyone is welcome! Bring Children, Aunts, Uncles, Grandparents!
Drop in! Shuniah Building Room 174 or call 475-6436 CONFEDERATION COLLEGE ORAL HEALTH CLINIC
14 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. The Extended Health Plan is based upon the premise that full time post secondary students at Confederation College desire health coverage. SUCCI believes that this Health Plan provides affordable health insurance designed especially for students on fixed incomes. Benefit books are available at the SUCCI Office or available for download off the website. The health plan fee automatically applies to full time post secondary students registered at Confederation College. The coverage period is September 1, 2010 to August 31, 2011 for those beginning in the fall 2010 and for those beginning in January 2011, the coverage period runs from January 1, 2011 till August 31, 2011. Those students covered under another plan may opt-out of the plan. (see page 16) Schedule of Benefits (see program brochure for specifics) 1. Prescription Drugs - 75% up to $1,000 after first $25 deductible per year; includes oral contraceptives 2. Dental Benefits - $500 maximum (see brochure for specific coverage) 3. Extended Health Care Benefit - ambulance, chiropractor, massage therapy, physio, orthopedic supplies, prosthetic appliances, medical supplies, equipment rental & other eligible expenses 4. Vision Care ($80 in any consecutive 24 months) 5. Accidental Death - $7,500 6. Accidental Dismemberment (various; outlined in brochure) 7. Dental Accident Expense - up to $1,000 8. Tutorial Expense, Emergency Taxi & Rehabilitation Expenses 9. Repatriation Expense, Special Confinement Coverage, etc. Detailed brochures outlining all benefits are available at the SUCCI Office, Health Services or on the web at www.succi.com.
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 15 To Opt-Out of the Plan If you are covered under another comparable health insurance plan, you may opt-out of the SUCCI Extended Health Plan by showing proof of other coverage. Please go to www.wespeakstudent.com and complete the online opt-out. Please be aware that you will need to provide proof of similar coverage elsewhere (ie. As a dependent under your parents or spouses insurance) Please note that you will not be able to opt out at any other point during this school year. (ie. If you are a September start student, you will not be able to opt out of the plan in January).
No exception will be allowed for those missing the opt-out deadline.
Final Opt-Out Date Deadlines Fall 2010 $170 Deadline: Sept 30, 2010 Winter 2011 $140 Deadline: Jan 27, 2011
You are only eligible to opt-out before the deadline date of the first semester you are registered in and you are required to opt-out each academic year.
16 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. To Opt-In to the Plan Students covered under the plan may opt-in spouses and dependents for an additional fee. Other students may opt-in to the plan. In order to be eligible, you must be a full time day attending student for a minimum of one full semester. To be eligible, you must have current OHIP or equivalent coverage. You may opt-in at the SUCCI Office or online at www.wespeakstudent.com
Opt-In Rates All coverage will terminate on August 31, 2011.
Single Opt-In for Full Time Non-Post Secondary students not covered by the Plan Fall 2010 $175 Deadline: Sept 30, 2010 Winter 2011 $147 Deadline: Jan 27, 2011
Family Opt-In Rates (for spouses and dependents) Fall 2010 $380 Deadline: Sept 30, 2010 Winter 2011 $320 Deadline: Jan 27, 2011 You are only eligible to opt-in before the deadline date of your first semester, ie. if you are a September start student, you must purchase family coverage on or before September 30, 2010.
“Dependent Child or Children” means any natural child, step child or legally adopted child of the insured student, who is 20 years of age and under, unmarried and receives full support and maintenance from the insured student, or 21 years of age but less than 25 years of age, unmarried and receives full support and maintenance from the insured student for reason of full time attendance at an accredited institute, college or university in Canada or receives full support and maintenance from the insured student by reason of mental or physical infirmity, and is a resident of Canada.
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 17 Livewell SUCCI’s Wellness & Diversity Office is committed to addressing, exploring, embracing and integrating diversity and wellness issues and topics that are of interest to the college community. We take a six pillared approach to wellness, including physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, community and social wellness. We strive to create a wellness culture. Through guest speakers, hands-on and interactive activities, displays, discussion panels and fairs and partnerships with community agencies we will educate and spark discussion about a wide range of topics; some commonplace and some controversial. We will work hard to present an unbiased dialogue on a wide variety of wellness and diversity based topics. If there is an area of interest that you would like addressed or you have a question or just want to visit please come see us in the SUCCI office, we will do our best to meet your needs. Contact Thomas Russell, Wellness & Diversity Phone: (807) 475-6237 Email: [email protected]
1818 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. SUCCI and Confederation College in partnership operate an emergency food bank. This service is non-judgmental and confidential. The food bank is not meant to supplement OSAP or personal budgets but to provide emergency support to currently enrolled college students.
How Do I Access the Food Bank? Students can access the food bank through one of the following locations: SUCCI, The Learning Centre, Counselling, and Financial Aid between 8:30am and 4:30pm. No appointment is necessary. You will be asked to provide a current student card. Referrals to other college and community support services are available through the food bank. Students showing greater need than the emergency capacity of the student food bank may be referred to outside agencies.
SUCCI Financial Aid Learning Centre/ (807) 475-6237 (807) 475-6637 Counselling (807) 475-6618
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 19 SUCCI has funds available for groups of students wishing to form and participate in clubs on campus. Clubs on campus enhance student life by providing recreation, sport, fitness, cultural, social, educational and spiritual opportunities. Club packages are available at the SUCCI office. The package outlines the criteria and process to follow in order to qualify for funding. There are two club packages available. If the club is a sport or recreational club, the Sport Club Package should be completed. All other clubs complete the General Club Package. Approval for sport, fitness and recreation clubs will be made by the Campus Recreation Leadership Council. Final approval for general clubs will be made by the SUCCI Board of Directors. Classes or programs involved in fundraising for field trips, socials, graduations or academic requirements will not be considered for club funding.
SUCCI offers a banking service for classes and clubs raising money for education related field trips, graduation & program initiatives. This is a convenient service for the classes & clubs. To set up an account, we are available Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Withdrawals will be provided in the form of a cheque. This service is recommended to classes and clubs to maintain control of their funds.
SUCCI will assist a Class & Club: Contact • Fundraising Ideas Cathy Gorrie, Accounting & • Booking a Thirsty Thursday Programming • Providing posters advertising Phone: 475-6403 the event Email: [email protected] • Advertising event
20 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. SEPTEMBER 9 SEPTEMBER 30 OCTOBER 14 OCTOBER 28
Orientation Week Comedian Sex Toy Bingo Oktoberfest Debra DiGiovanni
NOVEMBER 11 NOVEMBER 25 DECEMBER 9 JANUARY 13
Campus SUCCI Idol - SUCCI Idol - Final TBA Recreation Preliminary Casino Night
JANUARY 27 FEBRUARY 24 MARCH 24 APRIL 7
Campus Election Day Pride - Pink Day Sex Toy Bingo Recreation Darts
3:00 - 6:30 pm Ryan Hall (Cafeteria) ID Required - Licensed Event - Free Food Everyone Welcome!!
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 21 campus employment HELP WANTED we’re hiring! get your application online at www.succi.com or pick up an application in the succi office *must be approved for Ontario Work Study Program to qualify to work on campus
Useful Tips • Read the position and apply only for those positions you qualify for. • Fill in all pertinent information on the application form. • Write neatly and legibly, check your spelling! • Use only email addresses and phone numbers that we can contact you at, if your address changes be sure to let us know.
Contact Carol Kennedy, Campus Employment Service Phone: (807) 475-6434 Email: [email protected]
22 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. What is CES? Campus Employment Service (CES) is a service administered by the Student Union of Confederation College (SUCCI). CES provides part- time employment opportunities on campus to full time students. Student employees contribute to the successful operation of Confederation College and receive valuable work experience. Part-time positions may be available in departments such as; SUCCI, Sibley Hall, Peer Tutoring & Note Takers, the Fitness Centre and some positions supporting academic program delivery. Positions are flexible around student timetables and the rate of pay is $10.25 per hour.
To be eligible to participate in the Ontario Work Study Program (OWSP) you: • Must have lived one year in Ontario before attending school as a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident. • Must be enrolled in at least 60% of a full course load each semester, (40% for students with disabilities) • Must show a demonstrated financial need • Must NOT be restricted from further OSAP funding, ie: loan defaults or bursary overpayments.
To apply for a position on Campus you: • Can view Campus Employment Job Postings on line at www.succi.com • Can download the CES application or pick up one from the SUCCI Office • Complete the application form and attach a current resume and return to SUCCI Office • When you have done this, you will be given a Financial Needs Assessment Form to complete and then it can be handed in at Financial Aid for approval • Will receive notice from Financial Aid on your application status For information on the OWSP conditions, please visit: www.confederationc.on.ca/financialaid
Final Steps after notice of your status of the Financial Needs Assessment Form: • If approved, your application and resume will be forwarded to departments for viewing, the department will contact you for an interview if selected • If not-approved, follow the email instructions from Financial Aid • If incomplete, follow the email instructions from Financial Aid
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24 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 25 Good Times, Great Friends & FREE Fun!!
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26 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Good Times! Great Friends! Free Fun! Come join the fun and see for yourself SUCCI is excited to bring to their students a fun filled why our motto is program of FREE entertaining activities. Campus “Something for Recreation will add to your college experience in Everyone.” ways that will leave you wanting more. Check out the 10 Pin Bowling…FREE! following pages to Laser Tag…..FREE! see what’s in it for you! Beach Volleyball….FREE! Casino Night & Auction Night….FREE! Dodgeball.....FREE! Foosball…..FREE! SUCCI is thrilled to be able to offer their students a variety of activities & events that will entice even the non active person to participate. If you are interested in joining the action stop by the SUCCI Office and we will see what we can do to make your day. No experience necessary, only the willingness to have FUN!
Contact Susan Tucker, Campus Recreation Phone: 475-6481 Email: [email protected]
CAMPUS REC
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.comCAMPUS I 27 REC All Activities are FREE for College Students! Sign up at the SUCCI Office.
Event Sign Up Deadline Date
Family Fun Day @ The Friday, Sept 17 Sunday, Sept 19 Sports Dome
Mixed Beach Friday, Sept 17 Tuesday, Sept 21 Volleyball Wednesday, Sept 22
Mixed Ultimate Frisbee Thursday, Sept 23 Monday, Sept 27
Mixed Flag Football Monday, Sept 27 Wednesday, Sept 29
Mixed 7A-Side Soccer Friday, Oct 1 Tuesday, Oct 5 Wednesday, Oct 6
Family Fun Swim @ Friday, Oct 1 Sunday, Oct 3 Canada Games Complex
Doubles Mini Putt Tues, Oct 12 Wednesday, Oct 13
Mixed 5-Pin Bowling Tuesday, Oct 19 Thursday, Oct 21
Men’s & Women’s Monday, Oct 25 Wednesday, Oct 27 Billards
Mixed Curling Minispiel Wednesday, Nov 3 Sunday, Nov 7
Casino & Auction Night Just Show Up!! Thursday, Nov 11
Doubles Tennis Tourney Thursday, Nov 18 Saturday, Nov 20
Mixed Basketball Tuesday, Nov 23 Thursday, Nov 25 Tuesday, Nov 30
Children’s Christmas Wednesday, Dec 1 Sunday, Dec 5 Party
CAMPUS REC
28 I StudentCAMPUS Union of Confederation College Inc. REC All Activities are FREE for College Students! Sign up at the SUCCI Office.
Event Sign Up Deadline Date
Mixed Boot Hockey Wednesday, Jan 12 Saturday, Jan 15
Winter Family Fun Day Friday, Jan 14 Sunday, Jan 16 @ Centennial Park
Mixed Dodgeball Friday, Jan 14 Tuesday, Jan 18
Doubles Darts Tourney Wednesday, Jan 26 Thursday, Jan 27
Mixed Laser Tag Monday, Jan 31 Wednesday, Feb 2
Wiggles N’ Giggles Tuesday, Feb 8 Wednesday, Feb 9
Mixed Volleyball Tuesday, Feb 8 Thursday, Feb 10 Monday, Feb 14
Ski, Tubing & Just Show Up! Wednesday, Feb 23 Snowboarding Night
Bocce Ball Wednesday, Feb 23 Friday, Feb 25
Women’s Squash Tuesday, Mar 1 Thursday, March 3
Men’s Squash Thursday, Mar 3 Monday, March 7
Doubles Foosball Monday, Mar 21 Wednesday, Mar 23
Family Movie Day @ Friday, Mar 25 Sunday, Mar 27 Paramount Theatre
Mixed 10-pin Bowling Monday, Mar 28 Wednesday, Mar 30 Roll-offs
SUCCI Athletics & Recreation Awards Wednesday, Apr 6 Banquet
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30 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Varsity Golf Coach: Gloria Bourque
Information Meeting Monday, September 13th , 5:00 p.m., Shuniah Board Room A219 Tryouts Tryouts will take place at a local city course and will involve a specific number of rounds of golf Practices Practices will occur at city courses and possibly a round at Whitewater Golf Course Competition Schedule A team of 4 golfers and one coach will travel to the OCAA Championships scheduled for October 4th- 6th, 2010 hosted by Georgian College, Barrie, ON. Championships will be played at the Raven Golf Club at Lora Bay in Thornbury, ON
Varsity Cross Country Running Coach: John Garland
Information Meeting Tuesday, September 14th, 5:00 p.m., Shuniah Board Room A219 Tryouts Runners will compete in several local runs, with team selection occurring about 2 weeks prior to the Championships Practices Team practice times will be established by the coach at the Information Meeting Competition Schedule A team of 4 runners and one coach will travel to the OCAA Championships which will be held October 30th, 2010 in London, ON hosted by Fanshawe College. Championship site will be Fanshawe Conservation Area, London, ON.
CONFEDERATION THUNDERHAWKS
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 31 Varsity Men’s Indoor Soccer Coach: Nick Lento Assistant Coach: Dom Barbiero
Information Meeting Wednesday, September 15th, 5:00 p.m., Shuniah Board Room A219 Tryouts 2 or 3 tryouts will take place at an outdoor field or the Sports Dome. Tryout dates will be established by the Information Meeting Practices In addition to weekly city matches, the team will usually practice once a week Competition Schedule Team will play weekly in the Sports Dome Men’s City League. The league usually runs from early October to late March. A team of 12 athletes and coaching staff will travel to the OCAA Central West Regional Indoor Soccer Championships. The Championships will take place on March 7th, 2011 hosted by Conestoga College and held at the OSA Centre in Vaughan, ON. If the team places first or second in their regional tournament, the team will travel to compete at the Provincial Championships March 24th & 25th, 2011 also in Vaughan, ON.
Varsity Women’s Indoor Soccer Coach: Cosimo Valente
Information Meeting Thursday, September 16th, 5:00 p.m., Shuniah Board Room A219 Tryouts 2 or 3 tryouts will take place at an outdoor field or the Sports Dome. Tryout dates will be established by the Information Meeting Practices In addition to weekly city matches, the team will usually practice once a week Competition Schedule Team will play weekly in the Thunder Bay Women’s Soccer Club at the Sports Dome. The league usually runs from early October to late March. A team of 12 athletes and coach will travel to compete at the OCAA Central West Regional Indoor Soccer Championships. The Championships will play on March 7th, 2011 hosted by Conestoga College and held at the OSA Centre in Vaughan, ON. If the team places first or second in their regional tournament, the team will travel to compete at the Provincial Championships March 24th & 25th, 2011 also in Vaughan, ON.
32 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. Varsity Women’s, Men’s and/or Mixed Curling Coach: Paul Carr
Information Meeting Tuesday, September 28th, 5:00 p.m., Shuniah Board Room A219 Tryouts Tryouts will occur in October. Dates for the tryouts will be established at the Information Meeting Practices Teams will have several practices, with interplay between the teams and exhibition play with other teams Competition Schedule Teams will have the oportunity to participate in bonspiels throughout the season. Team members are expected to play in local leagues wherever possible. A maximum of two teams (1 men’s, 1 women’s or 1 mixed team) will travel to the OCAA Provincial Curling Championships. The Championships will be hosted by Flemming College, Lindsay, ON, February 18th -21st 2011. Championships will be played at the Lindsay Curling Club in Lindsay, ON.
General Information for all Varsity Sports All varsity players must be full time Confederation College students and are expected to maintain a passing average GPA (2.0 or higher). If any varsity player ceases to be full time, they must immediately advise their coach. All varsity players are expected to contribute a small fee towards a uniform which they will keep for themselves. All players are expected to attend the majority of practices and local matches. The SUCCI Recreation & Athletic Banquet, held Wednesday, April 6th, 2011 is a required attendance for all team members. When selected to a varsity team, a player is expected to travel with the team of the OCAA regional or provincial championships. When necessary, arrangements to be away from class or work should be made well in advance. If issues arise with availability for travel, the Athletic Director or SUCCI Administrator, Campus Recreation will attempt to assist with resolution of those issues. For more information contact Bob Griffiths at 475.6231 or Susan Tucker at 475.6481. You are also encouraged to visit the SUCCI.
CONFEDERATION THUNDERHAWKS
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 33 As a student, you have rights and responsibilities. The right to be treated fairly, and with respect and the expectation that you will do the same for others is paramount. Following is a brief summary of what you can expect from us and what we expect from you. To summarize: generally, students have the • demonstrate respect for classroom spaces, technology right to: and process. • think, write, speak, learn; pursue social, cultural and generally, students are other interests… subject to the responsible to accept the requirement that they respect the rights of others. professor’s right to: • participate in a learning • expect that students write tests environment that is safe and when scheduled. conducive to learning, including • manage their classroom, in the virtual environment. both physical and virtual • be free from discrimination, environments. harassment, noise, and • formulate and enforce disruption. attendance policies. • receive feedback on academic • determine subject content, performance methodology and grade assessment. generally, students are • expect that students submit responsible to: work that is their own. • become familiar with college • set reasonable deadlines for policies, procedures, and rules assigned work. and regulations, • expect decorum and appropriate • refrain from communication, behaviour in classrooms, virtual behaviour or demeanor classrooms, labs, shops, field unsuitable or detrimental to the placements, internships, etc. learning environment including e-communication, • demonstrate pride in our * Paraphrased from The campus; treating all areas Charter of Students’ Rights of the campus and learning and Responsibilities found environment with respect on our website at refraining from damage, litter, www.confederationc.on.ca/ graffiti, etc. academicpolicies your student rights & responsibilities
34 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. it starts with you.
Each member of the Confederation College community is responsible for helping to create an environment that is harassment and discrimination free. Working, learning and socializing can be accomplished in an environment of understanding and mutual respect for the dignity and rights of each individual. The classroom is a professional environment and should be treated as such. This approach emphasizes that the college needs to be an inclusive learning community. As a college we include and celebrate a wide range of diversities. We are an access college and we need to do all that we can to make the college experience a positive and productive one for all students, faculty and staff. Please respect your faculty, classmates and the classroom process. You have a right to an environment conducive to learning which excludes verbal, personal, emotional, physical, and e-harassment (msn, email, text chat, social networking etc.) and bullying in all its forms. All e-communication with your faculty or classmates should remain professional.
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 35 36 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. The Universal Bus Pass or U-Pass is an environmentally friendly, cost saving, and safe, mandatory plan that allows unlimited use of the city bus, any time, any day, any where that Thunder Bay Transit provides service. Full time post secondary students at the Thunder Bay Campus pay the U-Pass fee of $75 as part of their student fees. Your student card* will act as your U-Pass, show the driver the front and back of your student card and go anywhere Thunder Bay Transit provides service.
When Can I Use the U-Pass? Students registered in the fall semester can use their U-Pass starting September 1st until April 30th. For students beginning courses in January, their U-Pass is valid from January 1 to April 30th. (Reduced fee of $38) Students in post secondary programs continuing into the month of May, will be able to use the U-Pass until the end of your semester. Your U-Pass is not active during summer months.
Opting In To The U-Pass Students attending College full time in one of our non-post secondary programs (LBS,PCD,ACE , Apprenticeship), and Part-time students registered in a post-secondary program (minimum of (2) courses per semester) at the Thunder Bay Campus can choose to pay the U-Pass fee of $75. Upon payment of the U-Pass Fee, a sticker will be affixed to your student card.
Can I Opt-Out and Get a Refund? The U-Pass is non-refundable. Students who reside outside of the service area of Thunder Bay Transit can request to opt-out of the U-Pass with proof of residency and receive a refund. Please visit SUCCI and opt-out prior to September 30th. (There will be no Opt-Outs after September 30th.)
Students with Disabilities Students using HAGI as their primary source of transportation are eligible to use this program, although you may be eligible to opt-out out if you wish. Students with a CNIB pass do not have to use this program. To opt out, please visit SUCCI prior to September 30th. Visit www.succi.com for more information. * If you lose your student card, you have also lost your U-Pass. Students can replace a student card at the Library for a fee.
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 37 Negahneewin College of Academic and Community Development is a College within and throughout Confederation College. Negahneewin Council, comprised of Aboriginal community and college representatives, is engaged in a partnership with Confederation College to provide direction and leadership to Negahneewin College. This leadership is shown through the continual growth of programs and services both within Negahneewin College of Academic and Community Development and throughout Confederation College. The Council’s vision is expressed in the commitment towards Negahneewin College of Academic and Community Development and is interwoven throughout Confederation College’s strategic planning process. This model of an inclusive learning community encourages students, faculty, staff and communities to create a progressive learning space that fosters community development. The dialogue process between and among Negahneewin Council, the Confederation College Board Of Governors and the leadership throughout the college emphasizes the commitment to meet community needs and interests. We share equally the responsibility of building a learner-centered community that is rooted in principles of empowerment. It is a dynamic process responsive to community priorities on a local and regional basis, connected to the ideals of people who live and work in Northwestern Ontario to realize their common future. This belief is fundamental to the partnership that is Negahneewin College and Confederation College. The staff at Negahneewin College of Academic and Community Development can assist students as they enter college, make their transition to fulltime postsecondary education and, ultimately, experience successful completion of certificate, diploma and degree studies. They ensure that students are familiar with the structure and processes inside the college and that students are able to obtain the supports and services they need at various stages of their academic life. Often, students are not aware of their responsibilities as learners and are unaware of the many obligations of a learning institution towards students during their postsecondary education. Many Aboriginal students encounter difficulties with academic requirements and process at college and are unable to navigate the various formal requirements of their educational experience.
38 I Confederation College Negahneewin’s support is particularly important for Aboriginal students who face challenges at college due to issues such as a lack of familiarity with large, urban education institutions, their transition to a new city and separation from home and community. This is compounded by academic disadvantages such as under preparedness, variances in high school accreditation and the familiarity with the structural and highly formalized demands of education. Further, the experience of social isolation and cultural alienation prevents these students from becoming comfortable in new surroundings and discourages them from real engagement in learning. Negahneewin College of Academic and Community Development provides students with an identifiable space which is culturally responsive and familiar. This setting is recognizable and accessible in that it is where Aboriginal specific resources and academic programming are available.
Address and Contact Info Negahneewin College of Academic and Community Development PO Box 398, 1450 Nakina Drive Thunder Bay, ON P7C 4W1 Phone...... (807) 475-6465 Fax (807) 475-4876
S. Brenda Small, Dean...... 475-6278 Kaija Skalesky, Administrative Assistant to Dean...... 473-3820 Janice Battiston, Aboriginal Counsellor...... 473-3708 Pia Erkkila, Administrative Assistant...... 475-6465
Anishnawbe Mushkiki...... 343-4843 Anishnawbe Mushkiki Clinic...... 343-4819 Anishnawbek Employment and Training Services...... 346-0307 Anishnawbeg Police Services...... 625-0232 Bearskin Airlines...... 475-0006 Beendigen Inc...... 344-9579 Beendigen Head Office...... 62 2-1121 Children’s Centre – Thunder Bay...... 343-5000
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 39 Dilico Ojibway Child and Family Services...... 623 - 8 511 Dilico Treatment Centre...... 623-7963 Eabametoong Education Authority...... 623-5973 Fort William First Nation...... 623-9543 Indian and Northern Affairs Canada...... 623-3534 Ka-na-chi-hih Treatment Centre...... 626-1692 Kateri Church Centre...... 622-7857 Kinna Aweya Legal Clinic...... 344-2478 Lac Des Milles Lac First Nation...... 622-9835 Lake Superior First Nation Development...... 628-8330 Mahmowenchike Family Development Centre...... 623-9580 Matawa Employment and Training...... 344-4575 Matawa First Nations Management...... 344-4575 Matawa Post Secondary...... 344-4575..Ex 226 Metis Nation Of Ontario Health Program...... 624-5010 Metis Nation Of Ontario Communtiy Centre...... 624-5024 Nanabijou Childcare Centre...... 343-8369 Native People Of Thunder Bay Housing...... 343-9401 Native Women’s Crisis Hotline...... 346-4357 New Experiences Program...... 343-6367 Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services...... 622-1413 Nishnawbe-Aski Nation...... 623-8228 Northern Nishnawbe Education Council...... 475-5225 NorWest Community Health Centre...... 622-8235 Ontario Native Women’s Association...... 623-3442 Oshki-Pimache-O-Win Education & Training Institute...... 626-1880 Regional Multicultural Youth Council...... 622-4666 Red Sky Metis Independent Nation...... 623-4635 (Sand Point First Nation)Bingwii Neyaashi Anishinaabek...... 623-2724 Seven Generations Education Institute...... 62 2-1711 Three C’s Reintroduction Centre...... 767-4172 Thunder Bay Aboriginal Head Start...... 768-2342 Thunder Bay Indian Friendship Centre...... 345-5840 Union Of Ontario Indians...... 623-8887 Wasaya Airways...... 473-1200 Wequedong Lodge: 228 South Archibald St...... 623-1432 Youth Employment Services (YES)...... 623-0768
40 I Confederation College Think International… Do you want to? Drop by the International Education Centre to learn more about being a volunteer in the “Language Buddy” program. By committing only one hour a week you can be matched with an international student to help them adjust to our Canadian lifestyle and improve their English skills. As an active volunteer, you can join us on activities throughout the year including hiking, skiing, cultural events and potluck dinners. The experience will assist in developing leadership and communication skills and the chance to make friends worldwide.
Do you want to “Go International?” We can also provide information on international study opportunities in Finland and Australia or Student Exchange agreements in Mexico, Europe, and Korea. We assist in the application process to ensure you have a successful international experience. The International Education Centre (IEC) welcomes all students to Confederation College. Drop by the IEC for more information on all support services for International students and how you can help. Contact Maritta Polowick, Email: [email protected] Phone: (807) 475-6467
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 41 Need face-to-face help?
IP is for you! IP stands for Internet Protocol, a fast and easy way to have a video conference with someone at the College who can provide the supporter assistance you need. Now students can “virtually” access a variety of services centered at the Thunder Bay campus... including financial aid, counselling, learning assistants, and career services. To set up an appointment, talk to your Campus Manager or contact The Hub in Thunder Bay at (807) 475-6110.
IP... virtually as good as being there!
42 I Confederation College All full time post secondary students pay the College Services Fee. The fee for the 2010-2011 academic year is $389 for Thunder Bay students, $269 for Regional students and $274 for Distance Education students. This fee is used to provide a wide variety of student services and includes the following:
• Information Technology & • Peer Tutoring and Study Skills Computer Services • Student Card • Fitness Centre Gold • Confederation College Membership (Thunder Bay) Foundation • Graduation and Awards • Ombuds Service • Health Services • Resource Centre • Career Services & • Wellness & Diversity Resume Service Transcript • Life Time Transcript • Student Employment
Annually the services supported by the College Services Fee are reviewed and recommendations made for any additions, deletions or changes to the services.
Student Union of ConfederationWebsite College www.confederationc.on.ca Inc. I 43 43 The Financial Aid Office of Confederation College is available to students in need of financial assistance. A major responsibility of this office is to administer the Ontario Student Assistance Program. OSAP, as the program is commonly referred to is a need-based program that may help to supplement the cost of a student’s education. For a complete listing of available funding through the OSAP program, visit their website at http://osap.gov.on.ca/ Bursaries and scholarships are available for application to full-time post secondary students through the Awards Program. This consists mainly of entrance and in-program awards along with other awards that become available. Additional information regarding Awards, the OSAP program and other services the Financial Aid Office provides can be found on the Financial Aid web page - http://www.confederationc.on.ca/financialaid
Financial Aid Located in Rm. A122, Shuniah Building
Where will your Confed experience take you? We’ve got you covered. With hundreds of job positions posted each year and resources that respond to your job search and career development, we can help.
• Job Search Strategy • Job Bank • Career Tools and Information • Links to Co-op and Placement Information • Career Calendar of Events, Employers on Campus and more
Career Services Where College and Work Connect Email: [email protected] Web: www.confederationc.on.ca/careerservices
44 I Confederation College Northwest Employment Works Northwest Employment Works at Confederation College offers a unique one stop Community Employment Resource Centre for students, youth, adults and employers in Thunder Bay and the region. Our services include free access to:
• Computers to create, update or make changes to resumes, cover letters or any other job related documents • All computers have word processing and Internet access • Job related documents can be faxed to both local and long distance numbers • Photocopier, fax and telephone available for job search • Information on community resources • Workshops that cover topics such as; resume, interview preparation and Apprenticeship information • Assistance from the Resource Centre Advisor • Referral to other community agencies • Summer Job Service Program for students returning to school in the fall (Apr-Sept) This is primarily a self-directed service; however our friendly, helpful staff will be happy to help you.
JOB CONNECT COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT RESOURCE CENTRES
MARATHON THUNDER BAY DRYDEN
Open Monday – Friday Open Monday – Friday Open Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm 8:30am – 4:30pm Thursday until 6:00pm Wednesday until 6:00pm Thursday until 7:00pm
Confederation College Confederation College Confederation College Suite 111, 52 Peninsula Rd 1450 Nakina Drive 30 Earl Avenue Marathon, ON P0T 2E0 Thunder Bay, ON P7C 4W1 Dryden, ON P8N 1X5 P: 1-866-602-6667 P:(807) 473-3829 P:(807) 223-4006 F:(807) 229-1592 F:(807) 473-3869 F:(807) 223-5242
Visit our web site at www.jobconnectcc.ca
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 45 When someone is: • Feeling misunderstood • Unable to figure it out • Lonely • In the wrong program • Under too much pressure • Short of money • Not experiencing success • Having hassles with friends in school or partners
See Counselling for confidential and friendly service. Qualified counsellors can help by:
• Developing alternatives • Clarifying rights and responsibilities • Planning how to cope with stress • Referral to faith groups and • Consulting with other agencies elders for assistance with upon request spiritual matters. • Referring to community services • Accessing important information
In a crisis? Come in right away! Regional Campus Students can utilize email, phone or the IP System for “face-to-face” support (see page 42). For appointments, call 475-6110 Hours: Weekdays 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Area campus students may speak with a counsellor by calling 1-800-465-5493 and ask to speak to the counselling department Counselling is located on the first floor of the Shuniah Building.
46 I Confederation College Peer Tutoring A peer tutoring service is available, at no charge, for students experiencing difficulty with one or more courses.
How does a student apply for a Peer Tutor? Students experiencing difficulty should meet with the instructor first for assistance. If after meeting the instructor, assistance is still required, follow these steps. 1. Pick up a Tutee Application Form from The Learning Centre (Room 153) or download it from the Learning Centre Website. http://www.confederationc.on.ca/learningcentre/ 2. Submit the completed form signed by the authorizing instructor to The Learning Centre. 3. Set up an appointment with the Tutoring Coordinator in the The Learning Centre. The Tutoring Coordinator will answer questions regarding tutoring and explain your responsibilities.
How does a student become a Peer Tutor? To qualify, a student must have an “A” in the subject and a GPA of 3.0 or better. In some cases, an instructor may recommend a student or a student with a diploma or degree from another program or educational institution may be considered. 1. Pick up a Tutor application from The Learning Centre or download it from The Learning Centre Website. http://www.confederationc.on.ca/learningcentre/ 2. Submit the completed form signed by the authorizing instructor to The Learning Centre. 3. Meet with the Tutoring Coordinator in The Learning Centre to discuss your academic qualifications and tutoring responsibilities.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 47 The Learning Centre’s primary function is to support the academic success of all College students including those with disabilities. Providing specialized support services for students, the Learning Centre promotes equal access and opportunity.
Disability Services The Learning Centre provides individual assistance and support for students with disabilities. The needs of each student are unique; therefore, individualized accommodations are based on documentation. Services may include: • development of Individual • help in developing efficient Education Plans/ learning strategies accommodations • assessments • academic, personal & career • assistive technology advisement
Enhanced Services The Enhanced Services Program offers direct assistance for students with learning disabilities. The program focuses on the combination of learning strategies and assistive technology to help students succeed at College and beyond. Contact 475-6506 for more information.
48 I Confederation College Learning Skills Students who would like to improve their grades can take advantage of this FREE service. The Learning Centre provides information on:
• setting up an effective • taking notes and reading study schedule textbooks • writing essays and referencing • test taking strategies • studying for tests
How does a student get help with Learning Skills? The Learning Centre offers group and one-on-one sessions as well as resource materials. Students can: • make an appointment for a session with the Learning Skills Advisor • watch for bulletin board notices and emails of open workshops offered throughout the academic year OR • drop in to the Learning Centre to pick up resource material or access it on the Learning Centre website.
The Learning Centre is located on the first floor of the Shuniah Building Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Phone (807) 475-6618, TDD (807) 475-6669 Fax (807) 475-0003 Website www.confederationc.on.ca/learningcentre/
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 49 All full-time students are gold members of the Bubble features: Fitness Centre! The Fitness Centre is comprised • 4-lane, 166-metre of an air-support structure, commonly known as banked track the Bubble, and a main core building. • tennis (gold), For an additional fee, locker and towel service badminton, are available for student use from September basketball & 2010 to August 2011. volleyball courts • Air-conditioned & The student photo ID card is a student’s Fitness insulated for year- Centre Gold Membership card - please present round use upon entering the facility. Outdoor features: Hours of Operation (September–May) • 4 lighted tennis Mon - Thurs 6 am – 11 pm courts (gold) Friday 6 am – 10 pm • Beach volleyball Sat - Sun 7 am – 8 pm court Building features: Contact • Cardio Centre Manager, Fitness Centre 475-6231 (gold) Fitness Programs 475-6484 • Nautilus/Trotter Info/Memberships 475-6398 Centre (gold) Court Bookings 475-6239 • Fitness classrooms or online www.fitnesscentre.com • 3 international-size squash courts (gold) • 5,000 and 1,200-square-foot weight rooms • Pace Circuit
50 I Confederation College Confederation College’s Health Services provides primary health and mental health care to on-campus and regional students. Health Services is open throughout the academic year to enable student access to medical services to help them become active participants in their own health care.
What’s Available at Health Services? Regular physician clinics are offered during the school year excluding holidays. Medical professionals will provide:
• Primary care for episodic illness • Health supervision for special and chronic medical conditions conditions- asthma, diabetes, hypertension, epilepsy etc • Wellness examinations • Advisement regarding health • Physicals – annual, 3rd party, requirements for special Ministry of Transport, and programs Aviation • Massage therapy • Liquid nitrogen treatment for warts • Tuberculin skin testing • Birth control, emergency • Health promotion contraception • Literature on a variety of health • Health counselling – nutrition, matters birth control, sexuality, stress management, etc
Health Insurance Most medical services are paid by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan. Health Card must be presented at each visit. Out of province students should read their insurance policy carefully to determine their coverage while out of province. International students are responsible for obtaining their own medical insurance and determining coverage of services.
Health Services is located in the Fitness Centre, Main floor Room 125 For appointments call 475-6169 ($20 Fee will be charged for missed appointments without 24 hr cancellation)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:30-4:30 pm Closed 12:00-1:00 Daily Please visit our website for additional information www.confederationc.on.ca/healthcentre
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 51 lives... food! save ...get
Make saving lives part of your life! It’s easy!
Save lives between September 10th, 2010 & May 11th, 2011 and receive a free coupon* for lunch in the Ryan Hall (Cafeteria) every time you donate. Register at the SUCCI Office today.
*See SUCCI for complete details.
52 I Confederation College The staff of Sibley Hall strives to further the learning experience beyond the classroom environment by encouraging interaction and personal growth. This is accomplished by fostering exposure to different ideas and ways of life while maintaining a supportive environment; one both conducive to a sense of community, and belonging as well as the pursuit of academic success. Sibley Hall provides housing to 229 out of town students from diverse ethnic, social, and cultural backgrounds that attend Confederation College full time.
• Sibley Hall staff liaise with the • Connect students who reside Campus Food Services in residence with on-campus Provider to ensure students’ services and resources nutritional needs are met • Organize a voice for students through the meal plan through Residence Council • provide informational and • Ensure a safe and secure recreational programming environment for the students to students who reside on- residing on campus campus
Though the office at Sibley Hall is only open from 8:30 am to midnight most days, residence staff are on call and available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, to ensure the needs of the students are being met to the highest degree possible.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 53 The College Bookstore, Follett Managed Store, is located near the main entrance of the Shuniah Building. It is one of the services that Confederation College provides for its students, faculty and staff. The Bookstore has a wide variety of merchandise for sale including: • textbooks, reference books, • clothing & gifts general interest reading • snacks • supplies (general or related • bus & parking passes to a specific course) • locker rental • computer software can be ordered • stamps
Bookstore Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–4:30 pm. Extended hours will be posted as required.
Buy-Back of Texts Ongoing buy back throughout the year, check with the bookstore staff.
Lockers Lockers are available for rental (September to May) from the bookstore. Lockers should be left empty at the end of the second semester unless prior arrangements have been made to extend the rental contract.
Special Orders Special orders can be requested at any time. Provide the bookstore with as much information as possible (author, title and ISBN number).
Contact Information The college bookstore can be contacted at 475-6225 or www.efollett.com.
54 I Confederation College The Library’s mission is to enrich student learning by connecting learners to information and providing high quality library services to support the curriculum.
Hours of Operation Fall/Winter (September – April) Monday – Thursday 8:00am to 9:00pm Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Saturday 1:00pm to 4:00pm (Sept 25 – Dec 12; Jan 22 – Apr 17) Sunday 2:00pm to 8:00pm (Sept 25 – Dec 12; Jan 22 – Apr 17) CLOSED ON HOLIDAY WEEKENDS (Thanksgiving, Family Day, Easter, March Break) Lower Level open 7:00am to 11:00 pm daily
Summer (May – August) Monday – Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm CLOSED EVENINGS, WEEKENDS AND STATUTORY HOLIDAYS
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 55 From the Library webpage access a variety of resources and services.
Resources • Find print or online books • Find articles in a variety of subject-specific databases • Databases by subject: – Aviation – Education – Social Sciences – Business – Engineering – Technology – Careers – General Resources – Travel/Hospitality – Child Studies – Health Sciences – e-Books – Law
Services
Ask a Question or Live Chat (askON) • Ask questions in person or through the Library webpage • Go to: www.confederationc.on.ca/library and under Quick Links click on Ask a Question or askON
Children’s Corner • Check out the designated area where your children can quietly read
Computer Workstations • Use the computers, printers (colour & b/w), scanners to complete assignments, search the ‘Net’, find job postings, network…
Copy Machines • Use coin or copycards to operate (cards for sale at desk)
Equipment for class use • Book video/digital cameras, CD players, etc.
Interlibrary Loan • Obtain materials from other libraries in Canada (charges may apply)
56 I Confederation College Library Instruction / Workshops • Learn about library services, databases, the ‘Net’, 24-hour access, research strategies
Photo ID Cards • Your student card is your library card • You are responsible for all items borrowed on your card • Obtain a PIN from the Library to access online resources from home with your ID card
Reserves • Find materials set aside by faculty to supplement class lectures
Study and Viewing Areas • Book a Group Study Room; use the Silent Study Room; use individual study carrels; use AV viewing stations
24/7 Virtual Library - www.confederationc.on.ca/library • Access the Library 24/7 from home, office or residence with your ID card and PIN (obtain from Library)
Loan Periods Books 2 weeks A/V Materials loan periods vary - inquire at desk E-Books 2 hours
Overdue Fines Schedule: Books $0.35/day AV/CDs $2.00/day 2-Hr Reserve Items $1.00/day 1-Day Reserve Items $1.00/day Material Recalled $1.00/item/day
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 57 Confidential – Impartial – Independent
Help for student issues: • Your first resort when you run into difficulty and you don’t know who to turn to. • Your last resort when too many people are offering conflicting advice, or you have followed the regular channels but you still need to bring resolution to your situation.
Contact the Ombudsperson when you: • need someone to help resolve or mediate a dispute • feel like you have been treated unfairly • need information about college policies or procedures • have an academic conflict e.g. grades, placement, program rules • have a non-academic conflict e.g. admission, withdrawal, funding • feel that you have been sexually harassed, bullied or discriminated against • are trying to avoid escalating a problem into a serious conflict • feel like your concerns are not being listened to or you are caught in bureaucratic red tape • want information about appeal procedures and your rights at Confederation College • feel like the college has made an error but has not acknowledged it • have suggestions about how to improve the college For more information, visit: www.confederationc.on.ca/ombuds
Monday - Wednesday Kim Morgan, Ombudsperson 10:30 am to 4 pm Room A212, 2nd Floor Thursday 10:30 am to noon Shuniah Building Drop in, make an appointment, Tel: 475-6209 phone or send an email to Toll free: (800) 465-5493 x6209 [email protected]
58 I Confederation College Campus Security Partners Our staff of professionally trained Security Guards are available 24 hours per day to provide you with assistance when you need it. In an emergency, Security will respond to your location. Working with both Blackberries and radios, they can make the important follow-up contacts quickly and efficiently. Whether the assistance is internal or external (i.e. Fire, Police or Ambulance), Security can make the calls and provide directions to the emergency. Campus Security Partners are also responsible for building and room access. Campus Security Partners can be contacted by calling 623-0465 from private phones, pay phones or cell phones. They can also be directly contacted by using a campus “Help! Phone”, the “Blue Light Phone”, or by pressing an urgent assistance “Blue Button”. Visit us at: http://www.confederationc.on.ca/publicsafety/
The Help! Phone Look for “Help! Phones” across campus in all academic buildings and at Sibley Hall Residence. They are your one-stop access point for help: - in any emergency (e.g. injury or illness , fire or smoke, victim of crime, witness to crime, suspicious activity, etc.) - in reporting a hazardous situation to the Facilities Services Work Order Desk (e.g. spills, icy sidewalks, unpleasant odours, etc.) - in contacting Health Services, The Hub, the Student Union (SUCCI), and the Computer Services Help Desk.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 59 The Blue Light Phone Our solar-powered, wireless emergency Blue Light phone, located at the main pathway to Lot E, provides push button access to Security assistance 24 hours a day.
“Blue Button” Urgent Assistance Sometime an emergency is so urgent (e.g. assault), that you don’t have time to talk. You can still get help, by pressing a “Blue Button” urgent assistance device. The buttons are located in hallways throughout all academic buildings.
Evacuation Alarms Bells When a fire occurs or smoke is detected, you will hear fire alarms ringing. When the fire alarms sounds, you must leave the building immediately by the most direct route to the outdoors. Use the stairs: do not use elevators. Walk; don’t run.
Evacuation Is Not Always the Best Response. In some emergency situations, evacuation may not be a safe response alternative. The preferred option for protecting yourself may be to: “Shelter in Place”, “Hold and Secure”, or “Lockdown”. When those situations arise, you will be directed by public announcement, to “Shelter in Place”, “Hold and Secure”, or “Lockdown”.
60 I Confederation College Shelter in Place The Shelter in Place strategy will be implemented in the case of an external environmental threat in the vicinity of the college. Examples: • chemical spill or gas leak in neighbourhood • presence of smoke or fire in vicinity • extreme weather conditions
Protocol: If Shelter in Place becomes necessary: • return indoors / don’t go outdoors • remain inside while Shelter in Place is in effect • close windows & window coverings • turn off cell phones & electronic devices • do not call Switchboard, Security, etc. for info • continue regular indoor routines • remain in place until advised by public announcement that Shelter in Place has been lifted
Hold and Secure The Hold and Secure procedure is initiated when the threat is proximate to, but not inside the building. It poses no immediate threat to students or staff unless they leave the building. Examples: • Police activity on the College grounds • a crime in progress • Police searching for offender in the neighbourhood
Protocol: If Hold and Secure becomes necessary: • return indoors / don’t go outdoors • remain inside while Hold and Secure is in place • close & lock exterior doors • close windows & window coverings • turn off cell phones & electronic devices • do not call Switchboard, Security, etc. for info • continue regular indoor routines • remain in place until advised by public announcement that Hold and Secure has been lifted
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 61 Lockdown The Lockdown procedure is initiated when danger is present on the college site, and safety of students, staff and public is threatened. Examples: • an active shooter is in the building or on College property or grounds
Protocol: If Lockdown becomes necessary: • enter the nearest room • close doors, locking or barricading when possible • close windows & window coverings • move away from doors and windows • turn off cell phones & electronic devices • maintain silence • do not call Switchboard, Security, etc. for info • call 911 or contact Security only if you have helpful information (e.g. location of suspect) • lie on floor if gunshots are heard • prepare to evacuate the building or to relocate to another space if your security is compromised • remain in place until advised by the Police
HOT TIP: When thinking about what you need to do if a Lockdown is announced, remember the following: “Out of Sight. Out of Mind. Out of Harm’s Way”. More information at http://www.confederationc.on.ca/publicsafety/ procedures
62 I Confederation College Campus Walk Team The Campus Walk Team is a group of students, who are also employed by SUCCI, through the Ontario Work Study Program from early September to late April, Monday to Friday evenings. Team members are available to escort individuals who wish to be accompanied to their vehicles, or between buildings. To request service, contact Campus Security Partners, or visit the Team at The Hub. Outside Campus Walk Team hours, escorts to vehicles are provided through Security. Contact Campus Security Partners for assistance.
Campus Alone This program is available to individuals who may be working alone on campus after regular hours. When you submit your entry permit to be in the building after regular hours, you may request Campus Security Partners to check in on you while you are on-site.
Entry Permits Students who need access to a classroom or lab after regular hours, need to submit a signed entry permit to Facilities Services no later than 4:30 PM, Monday to Friday. Blank forms may be picked up at the Facilities Services Office (Room B106 of the Shuniah Building), or may be downloaded from the Public Safety website: http://www.confederationc.on.ca/publicsafety/
Parking – Permits Required! If you are parking in a coloured lot on campus, you will need a parking permit. Application for a parking permit can be made at: https://www. trustedshopper.com/concollegeparking/ Day permits can be purchased at the Parking Kiosk located off the Golf Links entrance to the main campus. Smart Cards, good for 17 or 22 entries to campus, can be purchased at the Bookstore. For more information about parking, visit our internet site at: http://www.confederationc.on.ca/publicsafety/
We Share the Air! Smoking is permitted only in designated outdoor smoking areas. It is not permitted on patios, in areas with overhangs or canopies (such as at the Golf Links and Balmoral entrances to the Shuniah Building), or at entrances and exits to buildings. For the location of the designated smoking area nearest you, refer to the “We Share the Air!” site plans at: http://www.confederationc.on.ca/publicsafety/
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 63 Confederation College is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy work and study environment for all members of the College community. In order to achieve this goal, everyone has responsibilities.
Reporting Hazards If you suspect a hazard in a classroom, lab or shop, advise your faculty member or the person in charge immediately. To report a hazard on the grounds (e.g. icy sidewalk, etc.) or in a public place on campus (e.g a spill on a stairway or in a hallway, etc.), contact the Facilities Services Work Order Desk, by using a “Help! Phone” located in all academic buildings on campus, and at Sibley Hall Residence.
Using Safety Equipment or Clothing Activities in some programs require that students use or wear specific types of safety equipment or clothing. Consult with your faculty member or program coordinator for saftey requirements in your program.
Following Directions Follow the directions of the instructor or supervisor — they reflect legislated safety requirements and best safe working practices.
Reporting Injuries Injured? Help is only as far away as your closest “Help Me! Phone” located in classrooms; a “Help! Phone” located in hallways; or, the “Blue Light” phone in Lot E. You can also contact Security by calling 623-0465 from a cell phone, private phone or pay phone. If you are injured in a classroom, lab or shop, your faculty member or person in charge of the space, will be able to help access first aid or medical assistance.
Need Additional Information? Your faculty member, technologist, program coordinator, and/or Dean; your supervisor or manager; Facility Managers at the Fitness Centre and Sibley Hall Residence; the Manager, Health & Safety (475-6624); and members of the College’s Health and Safety Committees are available to help students resolve health and safety questions, or to find additional health and safety information.
64 I Confederation College Need Something Printed? We Can Help! Let The Print Shop handle your next colour printing project! If you have predesigned material we can print them in full colour or black and white on 8.5 x 11, 8.5 x 14 and 11 x 17. We also offer a variety of services which include:
• DVD Covers • 3-Hole Drill • Coil Binding • Laminating, from small ID cards up to 24 inches wide • Booklet making (fold and saddle stich) ID Cards $0.75 8.5 X 11 $1.00 • Projects 8.5 X 14 $1.50 • Machine Folding (half-fold, 11 X 17 $2.00 letter fold, z-fold) 23 X 35 $10.00 • Collate
Colour Copying Prices: 8 X 11 8 X 14 11 x 17 $0.39 $0.44 $0.69
Black & White Copying Prices: 8.5 x 11 8.5 x 14 11 x17 $0.05 $0.05 $0.10
The Print Shop is located on the first floor of the Shuniah Building B112 down the hall from the Multi Media Labs. Email: [email protected] Phone: 475-6105
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 65 Confederation College Alumni – Upon graduation, you automatically become a life time member of the Confederation College Alumni Association. As a member, you may access a variety of benefits and services designed specifically for you.
Mentorship – The Alumni Department is here to assist students during their time at Confederation College and beyond. If you would like to be put in contact with a graduate of your program, please call 475-6509.
Graduation Frames – Have your diploma framed in a Confederation Diploma Frame (display next to the Bookstore). To purchase a frame, contact The Picture Store at (807) 345-9989 or by visiting 269 Red River Rd., Thunder Bay.
TD Insurance Meloche Monnex – The Alumni Department is proud to provide you with a logical solution for your home and auto insurance needs. TD Insurance Meloche Monnex offers students & graduates of Confederation College special status & outstanding value! Visit www. melochemonnex.com/confederationc or call 1-800-339-1847 for a quote.
Paterson Library Commons – All graduates are allowed continued use of the library facilities. This includes access to more than 40,000 volumes, periodical titles, music CD’s, CD- ROM’s, computer labs with Internet access and audio visual software.
Confederation College Fitness Centre – Fitness Centre memberships are available to all alumni at discount. Alumni may request a one-time free one week gold membership and experience all the exciting changes at the finest fitness/ sports facility in Thunder Bay.
Confederation College Alumni Department Shuniah Building, RM 142 T: (807) 475-6509 E: [email protected] Help us to keep you informed by advising us of address changes at: www.confederationc.on.ca/alumni/. Click on Register/update.
66 I Confederation College With the support of SUCCI, the Regional Education Alliance for Community Health (REACH) will: • Create 485 more student spaces to help address critical shortage of skilled health and community services professionals in our region. • Generate 16 new high demand health and community services programs. • Build 47,000 square feet of state of the art simulation labs, classrooms and clinical space. • Infuse interprofessional care into curriculum. • Incorporate aboriginal traditional medicine, healing practices and world views.
Thank you to SUCCI and our learners for your outstanding support for REACH! Without you this transformational project would not be possible. Together We Change Lives, Through Learning
SCHOOL OF HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Visit our website: www.confederationc.on.ca/foundation For more information, please call (807) 475-6460 or email [email protected]
Charitable Registration # 84252 0678 RR0001
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 67 68 I Confederation College
Student Handbook The Student Handbook is produced annually to assist students with college information, Academic Policies and Procedures, and Academic Program information. In the interests of student success, students are advised to familiarize themselves with the information contained in the Student Handbook. Should clarification or additional information be required, contact Registration Services, Student Services, the President of the Student Union, or the Vice President, Academic . The College regularly reviews its Academic Policies and Procedures. Between publication periods for this handbook, the most current versions found on the College web site at www.confederationc.on.ca will be the policies and procedures in effect. The college attempts to update the information it supplies in its calendar, Student Handbook, website and other publications but it cannot and does not represent or warrant that all information is accurate. All such information should be expressly checked for accuracy by the student prior to considering enrolment in any course or program. The college expressly denies responsibility or liability to anyone who may suffer loss, or who may otherwise be adversely affected by changes to deviations from, or errors in the information contained in this publication. All persons using this information must do so on that basis, and waive any claim they may have, founded either in contract or tort, for any losses or damages sustained as a result of their reliance upon any information contained in this publication.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 69 On the pages following, students will find information on college policies, procedures and student rights. Information is categorized in three major areas: Academic Rights and Responsibilities; Non- Academic Rights & Responsibilities and Administrative Practices. In some cases, more detailed information is available on the college website and the link is provided. The members of the Confederation College learning community —students, staff, instructors—want to operate in a respectful and effective learning environment. Toward that end, the community is dedicated to resolving disagreements in a manner that is fair, effective, and timely. Most disagreements—whether related to academic or behavioural issues—can be resolved informally, by direct communication among those involved. Students may seek support from representatives of the Student Union, the College Ombuds Office, or Student Success Centre in resolving these disputes. The College has also established practices outlining resolution procedures for both academic and non-academic disputes. The lists beginning on page 88 give examples of behaviours associated with the Respectful College Community Policy and the Student Code of Conduct.
70 I Confederation College Student Handbook Contents
Section One Academic Calendar...... page 72
Section Two Policies, Procedures and Student Rights Academic Dispute Resolution Procedure...... 84 Academic Status/Program Continuation...... 98 General Education...... 102 Grade Point Average...... 98 Grading Practices...... 96 Graduation...... 100 Military Leave...... 102 Prior Learning Assessment...... 100 Program Changes...... 101 Refunds...... 105 Standard for Student Conduct...... 86 Tax Refunds...... 95 Transfer Credits...... 100 Withdrawing from a program...... 103
Appendix A Respectful College Community...... 88 Bullying...... 88 Disability...... 89 Racial Harassment...... 90 Personal Harassment...... 90 Psychological Harassment...... 91 Sexual Harassment...... 93
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 71 Academic Calendar Of Events 2010-2011 June 15 Tuition Fees due - first year students.
June 30 Medical Radiation Technology – semester 6 ends.
July 20 Tuition Fees due – late offers and returning students.
August 23 Web registration opens – all daytime programs.
August 23 Final Tuition Fees payment deadline date – August offers A $50.00 late fee will be assessed for payments made after this date.
August 23 Registration and first day of classes – Aircraft Maintenance.
August 30 Classes commence for Basic Automotive Service Technician and Advanced Millwright Apprentices
September 1 & 2 Library and Learning Centre – Start Smart Program - call 475-6219 to register
September 6 College closed: Labour Day.
September 7 Academic Upgrading resume full class schedule.
September 7 Academic Orientation (information provided by coordinators).
September 7 Fieldwork Orientations sessions for Environmental and Forest Ecosystem Management Technician programs (all yrs).
September 8 Mandatory Field school for Environmental and Forest Ecosystem Management Technician programs (all yrs).).
September 8 Regular schedule (timetabled classes) begin for most programs.
September 8 Classes commence for Basic and Advanced Cook Apprentice.
September 20 Classes begin for Environmental Technician and Forest Ecosystem Management Technician programs (students on field school from September 8 - 17).
72 I Confederation College Student Handbook September 17 Last day for refund of fall semester full time fees (refer to refund schedule)
September 17 Last day for change of program option or addition of courses.
September 17 Postsecondary students to receive program objectives and course evaluation process from coordinators and course instructors.
October 11 College closed: Thanksgiving Day.
October 25-29 Mid-semester evaluations to be made known to students by faculty.
October 12 Classes commence for Intermediate Carpenter Apprentice
October 25 Classes commence for Basic Electrician and Intermediate Truck and Coach and Automotive Technician Apprentice.
November 1-12 KPI Student Satisfaction Advance Survey Administered.
November 1 Admission equal consideration date for Winter 2011 semester.
November 15 All outstanding ‘IN’ grades obtained during the previous semester must be upgraded by this date, otherwise ‘F’ failure grades will be assigned.
November 15 Deadline for finalizing transfer credit requests for fall term.
November 15 Last day to withdraw from 15 week courses without academic penalty.
November 15 Written notification to ‘Audit’ course(s) must be submitted to the course instructor and submitted to the Registrar’s Office on or before this date.
December 13 Program timetables available for student viewing.
December 2 Annual Literacy and Basic Skills Recognition Day.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 73 TBA Deadline for submitting Bursary and Scholarship apps to the Financial Aid Office.
December 15 End of Fall Semester Term – full time postsecondary classes (some exceptions).
December 17 FINAL FALL SEMESTER GRADES: All final grade entry for Fall Semester postsecondary credit courses (full-time and part-time students) web entered by 4:30p.m.
December 19 End of term processing (grades finalized/ academic standing set).
December 20 Second installment Tuition fee payment deadline. A $50.00 late fee will be assessed for payments made after this date.
December 20 Web registration opens for all daytime programs.
December 24 Literacy and Basic skills last day of classes.
December 24 College closed at 12 noon for Christmas break
Dec 25-Jan.2 College closed for Christmas break.
January 3 Literacy & Basic Skills classes resume.
January 3 Classes commence for Aviation-Aircraft Maintenance program.
January 3 Classes commence for Advanced Carpenter, Intermediate Electrician, Intermediate Welder Apprentice and Advanced Truck and Coach Technician and Advanced Automotive Technician Apprentice.
January 3-4 Academic Advisement – program continuation issues.
January 5 Regular schedule (timetabled classes) begin for most programs.
January 14 Last day for change of program option or addition of courses.
January 14 Postsecondary students to receive program objectives and course evaluation process from coordinators and course instructors.
74 I Confederation College Student Handbook January 14 Last day for refund of winter semester full time fees (refer to refund schedule).
January 31 Classes commence for Basic Roofer Apprentice
Jan 31-Feb 11 KPI Student Satisfaction Survey Administered.
February 1 Admission equal consideration date for Fall 2011 semester.
February 2 Earliest admission offer date for Fall 2011 programs.
February 21 College Closed – Family Day
February 22-25 Mid-semester evaluations to be made known to students by faculty.
March 7 Classes commence for Basic Carpenter, Advanced Heavy Duty Equipment Technician and Basic Truck Coach Apprentice.
March 14-18 Winter Break – most postsecondary programs (Students to check with their Program Coordinator to confirm).
March 15 Deadline for finalizing transfer credit requests for winter term.
March 15 Written notification to “Audit” course(s) must be submitted to the course instructor and submitted to the Registrar’s Office on or before this date.
March 15 Final semester date to upgrade ‘IN’ grades obtained from previous semester. ‘IN’ grades not upgraded will receive an ‘F’ grade at this time.
March 15 Final semester date for withdrawal from postsecondary program courses without academic penalty.
March 21 Classes commence for Advanced Electrician and Industrial Electrician Apprentice.
April 1 2nd Installment fees due for January intake programs.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 75 April 20 End of Winter Semester classes for regular postsecondary programs.
April 21 End of Winter Semester classes for Aviation Flight Management Semester 5.
April 22 College Closed – Good Friday
April 26 FINAL WINTER SEMESTER GRADES: All final grade entry for Winter Semester postsecondary credit courses (full-time and part-time students) processed by 4:30 pm
April 25 Semester 3 begins for Welding Techniques and Aviation Flight Management Programs.
April 25 Optional Co-op term begins for Architectural Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology- Computer Control, Electronics Engineering Technician- Computers, Environmental Technician, Instrumentation Engineering Technician and Power Engineering Technician Programs.
April 25 Mandatory Co-op term begins for Forest Ecosystem Management Technician.
April 29 Medical Radiation Technology semester 4 ends.
May 2 Semester 3 begins for Dental Assisting, semester 5 Medical Radiation Technology.
May 6 Aviation Technician – Aircraft Maintenance – End of Winter Semester
May 20 End of semester 2 Motive Power Techniques programs.
May 20 End of semester 3 of Welding Techniques program.
May 23 College Closed: Victoria Day
June 4 End of 3rd semester of Dental Assisting.
June 3 Thunder Bay Convocation Ceremonies
June 6 Fort Frances Campus Convocation Ceremony
76 I Confederation College Student Handbook June 7 Lake of the Woods (Kenora) Campus Convocation Ceremony
June 13 Sioux Lookout Campus Convocation Ceremony
June 14 Dryden Campus Convocation Ceremony
June 15 Earliest tuition fee payment date for Fall 2011.
June 17 Atikokan Campus Convocation Ceremony
June 20 Northshore (Marathon) Campus Convocation Ceremony
June 21 Greenstone (Geraldton) Campus Convocation Ceremony
June 17 Medical Laboratory semester 2 ends, Practical Nursing semester 4 ends
July 1 College Closed: Canada Day
August 1 College Closed: Civic Holiday
August 19 Medical Radiation Technology – Semester 5 ends
August 22 Medical Radiation Technology – Semester 6 begins
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 77 Academic Issues
What if I receive a grade I don’t understand or agree with? A flowchart outlining the process for resolving academic disputes is on page 84. Generally, a student first asks the instructor or the other decision-maker for clarification. He or she may refer to the course syllabus, to course or program outlines, or to another College policy for more information. For more information, see Academic Dispute Resolution Policy, 5-1-02 Academic Integrity Policy, 5-5-01 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
What if I am offended by a classroom discussion or assignment? What if I feel unsafe in a learning activity? As soon as possible, the student should talk with the instructor to express concerns. If the issue is with the behaviour of other students, the student may wish to speak with them, before, after, or instead of speaking with the instructor. If the student isn’t satisfied with the situation after meeting with the instructor, the student may choose to seek help from a counsellor in the Student Success Centre, from the Ombuds Office, or from the Program Coordinator. For more information, see Respectful College Community Policy, 5-5-5 Academic Dispute Resolution Policy, 5-1-02 Complaints Process (Non-Academic), 5-5-04 Student Code of Conduct, 5-5-02 Charter of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities, 5-5-03 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
78 I Confederation College Student Handbook What if someone asks me to do his or her assignment? What if someone asks me for help cheating on a test? The students, faculty, staff, and administration of the College see academic integrity as central to the mission of the College. Helping someone else violate academic integrity—by providing answers to a test, by allowing someone else to represent your work as his or her own, or in some other way—is also a violation of academic dishonesty.
If someone asks a student to violate academic integrity, the student should speak with the instructor or program coordinator. For more information about academic integrity, consult the Academic Integrity College Practice listed below, ask the instructor for guidance, or ask for guidance from a staff person in the Paterson Library Commons. For more information, see Academic Integrity College Practice, 5-5-01 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
How do I know if I’m plagiarizing or otherwise violating academic integrity? Violations of academic integrity include—but are not limited to— plagiarism (representing someone else’s words or ideas as your own), cheating, fabricating information, and helping someone else violate academic integrity. These violations are defined in the Academic Integrity College Practice. Note that the instructor may have created specific instructions for an assignment, especially group assignments. For more information about academic integrity or instructions specific to a particular assignment, the student should ask the instructor. For general information about academic integrity, the student may also ask a staff person in the Paterson Library Commons for guidance. For more information, see Academic Integrity College Practice, 5-5-01 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 79 What if I’m working on a group project and a teammate plagiarizes or cheats? Violating academic integrity can result in a failing grade for all team members. For further clarification or guidance in a specific situation, the student should ask the instructor. For general information about academic integrity, students may also ask a staff person in the Paterson Library Commons for guidance. For more information, see Academic Integrity College Practice, 5-5-01 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
How do I get help and accommodations for learning difficulties, a learning disability, or some other disability? The student should check with the Learning Centre as soon as possible—preferably, before program registration—for guidance and requirements. To receive accommodation for a disability, the student must provide the Learning Centre with recent medical, education, or psycho-educational verification of the disability. This documentation must be signed by a qualified medical practitioner or registered psychologist. For more information about the certification, contact the Learning Centre staff. Note that not all people who have difficulty learning have certified disabilities. Other resources are available for students whose difficulty learning comes from other issues, such as gaps in background education, test anxiety or fear of public speaking, or poor time management skills. The Learning Centre can refer students to resources to help these types of difficulties. For more information, see Student Accommodation Practices, 5-4-07 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
80 I Confederation College Student Handbook General Behaviour Issues
What if I feel unsafe in a class discussion? As soon as possible, the student should talk with the instructor to express any concerns. If the student’s issue is with the behaviour of other students, the student may wish to speak with them, before, after, or instead of speaking with the faculty member. If the student isn’t satisfied with the situation after meeting with the instructor, the student may choose to seek help from a counsellor in the Student Success Centre, from the Ombuds Office, or from the Program Coordinator. For more information, see Respectful College Community Policy, 5-5-5 Academic Dispute Resolution Policy, 5-1-02 Complaints Process (Non-Academic), 5-5-04 Student Code of Conduct, 5-5-02 Charter of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities, 5-5-03 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
What if someone threatens me—in person, by email, by text, by phone? A student may choose to speak with the person whose behaviour is threatening. If the student doesn’t feel safe talking with that person, the student may ask for help from the Student Success Centre counselling staff or the Ombuds Office. Note that threats in virtual environments (email, phone, text, online) are as serious as “in-person” threats. Penalties for those found to threaten others may include loss of IT privileges as well as suspension, dismissal, expulsion, or other behaviour-related penalties. For more information, see Respectful College Community Policy, 5-5-5 Student Code of Conduct, 5-5-02 Charter of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities, 5-5-03 Complaints Process (Non-Academic), 5-5-04 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 81 What if a picture of me appears without my consent? Student information, including pictures and other images, is protected and may not be released without the student’s consent. The Computer Services Department may also penalize the party responsible for unauthorized use of the College’s computing services. If a student’s image is used in a threatening or demeaning way, the student may choose to speak directly to the responsible party or ask for help from the Ombuds Office or the Student Success Centre staff. For more information, see Respectful College Community Policy, 5-5-5 Student Information Release, 5-2-02 Student Code of Conduct, 5-5-02 Charter of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities, 5-5-03 Complaints Process (Non-Academic), 5-5-04 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
82 I Confederation College Student Handbook What if someone accuses me of bullying when I was only joking? How do I know what behaviour is acceptable and what is not? The Charter of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities defines in principle the standards of behaviour, both academic and non- academic, required of students while on college premises or attending college activity at any location. The Student Code of Conduct identifies those behaviours which, if left unchallenged and unchecked, would disrupt the academic purposes of the College, make the campus less safe, diminish the dignity of individuals and groups, or erode essential freedoms. It applies specifically to students because the behaviours of non-student members of the College community are held to comparable standards of account by other statutes, policies, and contracts. The Standard of Student conduct section of the Student Code of Conduct is reproduced on page 86. Page 88, provides examples of behaviours associated with the Respectful College Community Policy. Both excerpts can assist students in determining behaviour that is and is not acceptable. For more information, see Respectful College Community Policy, 5-5-5 Student Code of Conduct, 5-5-02 Charter of Students’ Rights and Responsibilities, 5-5-03 http://www.confederationc.on.ca/academicpolicies
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 83
Confederation College Academic Dispute Resolution Procedure CONFEDERATION COLLEGE ACADEMIC DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE
Informal Process
Stage I
Student – Faculty
• Student discusses concern with faculty within ten (10) business days
Unresolved Resolution
If unresolved the student may take the Student agrees with faculty’s decision and concern to the Program Coordinator signs agreement form
Stage II
Student – Program Coordinator
• Student discusses concern with Program Coordinator
Unresolved Resolution
Student dissatisfied with Program Student and Program Coordinator resolve Coordinator discussion may wish to take matter and student signs agreement form concern to Dean/Manager
Stage III
Student – Dean/Manager
• Student discusses concern with Dean/Manager • Dean/Manager upon full review submits a written decision to the student, Program Coordinator and original decision maker with seven (7) business days
Unresolved Resolution
Student disagrees with Dean/Manager’s Student agrees with Dean/Manager’s decision decision and may wish to proceed to formal and signs agreement form. After five (5) process – within five (5) business days. business days, any unreturned student agreement forms are considered as student acceptance of the decision.
84 I Confederation College Student Handbook Î The informal process will be concluded within seven (7) business days. Timelines can be amended and/or waived with the mutual consent of the parties.
Formal Process
Stage IV
• Student submits a written request to the Registrar for a Hearing within five (5) business days of receiving the written decision from the Dean/Manager. • Request includes – rationale for the hearing, remedy sought, appropriate fee. • Presenters have the opportunity to submit to the Registrar relevant information/documentation and a participant list five (5) business days prior to hearing. Presenters may choose someone to accompany them. • Registrar convenes Hearing Panel. • Each presenter presents supporting information. • Hearing Panel has the opportunity to ask questions. • Presenters are excused. • Hearing Panel deliberates and decides. • Registrar notifies parties in writing of the Panel’s decision within 3 business days. • Formal Hearing Panel decisions are final.
Standard of Student Conduct
Section of Student Code of Conduct (Academic Policy 5‐5‐02)
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a way that supports the following values of the college:
• Respect and courtesy • Honesty and integrity • Respect for law and justice • Respect for democratic rights • Academic and personal excellence
Students are expected to demonstrate the following behaviours in both physical and virtual environments:
1.1 Abide by all relevant federal, provincial and municipal laws.
1.2 Conduct themselves in a manner that does not harm or threaten harm to
. the proper functioning of college courses, programs and activities
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 85 Standard of Student Conduct Section of Student Code of Conduct (Academic Policy 5-5-02) Students are expected to conduct themselves in a way that supports the following values of the college: • Respect and courtesy • Honesty and integrity • Respect for law and justice • Respect for democratic rights • Academic and personal excellence
Students are expected to demonstrate the following behaviours in both physical and virtual environments: 1.1 Abide by all relevant federal, provincial and municipal laws. 1.2 Conduct themselves in a manner that does not harm or threaten harm to . the proper functioning of college courses, programs and activities . the rights, safety and well-being of members and guests of the college . the property of the college 1.3 Refrain from . assault or threat of assault or conspiracy to assault or threaten assault . harassment or discrimination in contravention of the principles articulated in the Ontario Human Rights Code, Criminal Code of Canada, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Human Rights College Policy and other policies and operating practices of the college . theft, defacement or destruction of property . unauthorized entry or trespassing . using abusive or disrespectful language in any physical or virtual environment . using drugs other than those for medical purposes . behaviour or demeanor unsuitable or detrimental to the physical or virtual learning environment . being under the influence of alcohol
86 I Confederation College Student Handbook 1.4 Be familiar with, and abide by, college policies, operating practices, procedures, regulations and rules. 1.5 Abide by reasonable instructions, given orally or in writing, by any college official authorized to secure compliance with such policies, operating practices, procedures, regulations and rules. 1.6 Abide by all health and safety guidelines, directions and policies. 1.7 Refrain from conduct which is a nuisance or which infringes upon the rights of others. 1.8 Obtain college approval before soliciting money on college property. 1.9 Obtain college approval before extending invitations for external speakers to present on college property.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 87 APPENDIX A
Confederation College Respectful College Community
Examples of Behaviours Pertaining to this Policy
Bullying “Bullying” is the misuse of power or position to persistently criticize and condemn; to openly humiliate and undermine an individual’s ability until this person becomes so fearful that their confidence crumbles and they lose belief in themselves. These attacks on the individual are normally sudden, irrational, unpredictable and usually unfair. Bullying damages individuals’ health and lives and also undermines productivity and effective work relationships. Bullying can occur when professional abrasiveness becomes tainted with personal vindictiveness—when criticism is destructive not constructive, is criticism of the person rather than her/his mistakes, publicly humiliates rather than privately corrects and results in a person feeling threatened or compromised. It is recognized that bullying can range from extreme and obvious behaviour to behaviour which is subtle and seemingly innocuous. Bullying is deemed to include, but is not restricted to: • physically abusive or aggressive behaviour or gestures such as pushing, hitting, finger pointing or standing close to an individual in an aggressive manner • verbally abusive behaviour such as yelling, insults, threats, berating, belittling and name calling or hurtful pranks • ostracism/exclusion, or conversely, excessive supervision • undermining of the individual’s position by changing work objectives/guidelines without consultation, setting unreasonable, unrealistic or impossible goals/targets, taking credit for the individual’s work, deriding the individual’s work to managers, or sabotaging the individual’s work • removing areas of responsibility, without justification, and giving people menial or trivial tasks to do instead • unreasonable refusal to delegate authority and responsibility • display of offensive material either in hard copy or electronic form which is intended to intimidate or humiliate an individual • withholding information • spreading malicious rumours, gossip, lies or innuendo that is not true
88 I Confederation College Student Handbook • picking on people and unreasonably criticizing their performance • impeding an individual’s efforts at promotions or transfers • use of information and communication technologies such as e-mail, cell phone and pager text messages, instant messaging, personal Web sites, social networking sites and online personal polling Web sites, to create, post, display, transmit or distribute messages or other materials which are intended to intimidate or humiliate an individual “Academic bullying” is a particular form of bullying that universities must guard against, and includes asserting a position of intellectual superiority in an aggressive, abusive or offensive manner, making threats of academic failure, or public sarcasm and humiliation.
What is NOT Bullying/Personal Harassment Exercising appropriate supervisory, instructional and evaluation responsibilities, including conducting performance appraisals, enforcing standards, and taking corrective/discipline action is not contrary to this policy.
Disability “Harassment on the basis of Disability” is a form of Human Rights Harassment. It is any behaviour, deliberate or otherwise, relating to a person’s disability (as defined in the Ontario Human Rights Code), directed at an individual or group, which is found to be offensive or objectionable to the recipient and which creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment, except where bona fide and reasonable cause exists, or where it is based on bona fide and reasonable requirements or qualifications. Some examples include: • offensive or demeaning remarks, jokes, innuendos or other types of verbal abuse about a person’s ability or disability, directed at an individual or group • rejecting or excluding individuals or groups because of their disability • teasing or pranks about a person’s disability • hostility towards a person who is disabled • using a person’s disability to demoralize, demean or deskill them
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 89 • failing to provide reasonable accommodation for an individual’s disability • intentionally creating and/or using barriers to prevent participation of a person with a disability • ridiculing a person for the effects that a disability, illness or medication to treat an disability or illness, have on that person’s appearance and/or behaviour
Racial Harassment “Racial Harassment” is a form of Human Rights Harassment. It is any behaviour, deliberate or otherwise, relating to race, colour, ethnic or national origin, directed at an individual or group, which is found to be offensive or objectionable to the recipient and which creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment. Some examples include: • physical assault or unwelcome physical contact • verbal abuse, threats, derogatory name-calling, racist slurs, insults and/or jokes • ridicule of an individual on racial or cultural grounds • comments which imply that race impairs the person’s ability • exclusion from normal workplace interactions or social events • unfair allocation of work and/or responsibilities • racist graffiti, insignia, objects or pictures or display and/or publication of racist material • inciting others to commit any of the above (sections 318 and 319 of the Criminal Code of Canada explicitly prohibit acts inciting hatred or violence towards any group on the basis of race, colour, and ethnic origin)
Personal Harassment “Personal Harassment” is deemed to include, but is not restricted to: • repeated or continuous incidents of yelling, screaming or name-calling • repeated or continuous threats to terminate employment or contracts for reasons unrelated to performance • repeated or continuous threats to withdraw funding, scholarships or advancement opportunities for reasons unrelated to performance • comments addressed to a person which have the effect of undermining a person’s role in the workplace or classroom
90 I Confederation College Student Handbook • repeated remarks, gibes or insults in reference to personal traits or appearance • invasion of privacy or practical jokes causing physical or mental distress • pressure to become involved in anti-social or criminal behaviour • messages to or about a person, including voice mail, email, online chat or posted on a website, that are offensive, insulting or cause discomfort • posting or display of materials, photos, images, and/or graffiti, including by electronic means, which may cause humiliation, offence or embarrassment (except where such display is for academic purposes and is a legitimate exercise of academic freedom and expression in teaching and research)
Psychological Harassment “Psychological Harassment” is deemed to include, but is not restricted to: • unreasonably questioning someone’s abilities and skills, when not related to appropriate evaluation of performance • insulting a person by use of degrading comments or obscenities • unreasonably casting doubt on a person’s decision making, when not related to appropriate evaluation of performance • making a person perform useless, humiliating or demeaning tasks that are not reasonably expected to be part of that person’s employment • unreasonably ceasing to give a person work on an on-going basis • excluding or isolating a person by making others avoid her/ him • ignoring a person in the workplace or classroom • threatening or abusive language (oral or written, including voice mail, email, online chats and comments posted on websites) • excessive criticism of a person’s work or their private lives, when not related to appropriate evaluation of performance • preventing a person from expressing herself/himself • intrusion by pestering, spying or stalking
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 91 Personal or psychological harassment do not include: • the legitimate (i.e. not discriminatory, arbitrary or abusive) use of management rights in cases of promotion, demotion or suspension • the legitimate right and responsibility of managers to conduct ongoing evaluation of employee performance, attendance or discipline at work, which may include reasonable negative and constructive criticism of performance and/or may result in reasonable changes to a person’s job duties or responsibilities as a result of a poor evaluation • the legitimate right of union members and officials to reasonably conduct grievance investigations, file grievances, conduct inspections, lawfully picket, negotiate with the College and, without limiting the aforementioned, generally conduct union business • the legitimate right and responsibility of faculty and staff members to correct inappropriate student behaviour, insist on order in the classroom, and evict, as necessary, those who disrupt order in the classroom • respectfully expressing disagreement or stating a contrary but reasonable point of view • the legitimate (i.e. not discriminatory, arbitrary or abusive) exercise of academic freedom, freedom of thought and inquiry, and expression in teaching and research which may result in respectful disagreements regarding beliefs or principles
92 I Confederation College Student Handbook Sexual Harassment “Harassment on the basis of Sexual Orientation and/or Gender Identity” is a form of Human Rights Harassment. It is any behaviour, deliberate or otherwise, relating to an individual’s sexual orientation and/or gender identity, or perceived orientation/ identity, directed at an individual or group, which is found to be offensive or objectionable to the recipient and which creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment. This form of human rights harassment often stems from homophobia and heterosexism. Homophobia means harassing, prejudicial treatment of, or negative attitudes about, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans-identified, transgendered, inter-sexed, two-spirited, or queer (LGBTQ) persons and those perceived to be of these sexual orientations or gender identities. Homophobia includes a range of feelings and behaviours from discomfort and fear to disgust, hatred and violence. Heterosexism is based on societal values that dictate that everyone is, or should be, heterosexual. Some examples of this form of harassment include: • “gay-bashing” or physical violence, including sexual violence • making derogatory comments, innuendos, insults, slurs, jokes or threats about sexual orientation or sexual practice, including voice mail, email, online chat or posted on a website • silencing talk of sexual or gender diversity • forcing people to “come out” or to “stay in the closet” (disclose or hide their sexual orientation) • linking homosexuality with pedophilia (child abuse) • accusing LGBTQ persons of “recruiting” others to join in their sexual orientation • defacing notices, posters or property with homophobic graffiti • removing or defacing notices, posters, postcards, or other property of the Positive Space Campaign or other awareness initiatives on campus • rejecting or excluding individuals or groups because of their sexual orientation or gender identity • treating the sexual orientations or gender identities of LGBTQ persons as less valid than those of heterosexuals • behaving as though all LGBTQ people have AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases or are responsible for the spread of them
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 93 It is recognized that both women and men can suffer sexual harassment and that sexual harassment can also occur between members of the same sex. Sexual Harassment can be psychological or physical and examples include, but are not restricted to: • suggestive or demeaning remarks, jokes, innuendos or other types of verbal abuse of a sexual or sexist nature directed at an individual or group • offensive or derogatory language alluding to a person’s private life or sexual behaviour or orientation by innuendo, jokes, or remarks • graphic or suggestive comments or taunting about an individual’s appearance, characteristics, or clothing • engaging in a course of vexatious comment or conduct of a sexual nature that is unwelcome • pressing an individual to accept unwelcome invitations, including repeated telephone calls, letters, or emails • compromising invitations and provocative suggestions • unwanted requests for sexual favours • leering, ogling, or other sexually oriented gestures • deliberate physical contact to which the individual has not consented or had the opportunity to object to, unnecessary or inappropriate touching and/or offensive gestures • sexual assault (an offence under section 271 of the Criminal Code of Canada) • the production, display, or distribution of pornographic or other sexually offensive or derogatory pictures or material
94 I Confederation College Student Handbook Administrative Practices
What is registration? Each semester students select the courses they wish to take. All full-time students register over the web every semester. Information is sent to students by the Registration Services Department advising when registration will open. In order to register in a course, a student must have successfully taken any pre- or co-requisite (required course). Outstanding fees are due at the time of registration. Any changes or errors in a student registration record should be reported by the student to Registration Services.
Can the time or day a class is scheduled change? From time to time, in response to unforeseen or unexpected circumstances student program/course timetables may be changed. In this event, the college will attempt to reschedule classes during the regular 8:30 am to 6:30 pm schedule; however, it may be necessary to schedule evening or weekend classes. The college understands the inconvenience changes of this nature causes. Students are advised to contact their Program Coordinator or Dean/ Manager to discuss conflicts that may arise.
Where do I find information on program and course costs? Information on tuition fees and mandatory program costs are sent to students prior to the opening of each registration period. A full listing of tuition fees are available on the college website at http://www.confederationc.on.ca/admissions/tuition/ As of September 2007, new and returning students with disabilities who require the accommodation of a reduced course load may be eligible to have tuition fees reduced once they have paid the equivalent to full time fees for the program. For more information, contact the Learning Centre.
How are tuition tax receipts issued? Information regarding Tuition and Education Certificates (T2202A) for the 2010 taxation year will be available on the student website.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 95 How are grades calculated? Grades will be reported on a student’s academic transcript according to the following letter and equivalent grade-point average (GPA) system. A Outstanding achievement 4.0 grade points
B Exceeds normal achievement levels 3.0 grade points
C Meets normal achievement levels 2.0 grade points
D Minimum acceptable level of achievement 1.0 grade point
F Failure to meet minimum level of achievement 0.0 grade point
IN Course requirements have not been met at this time Not included in GPA
EX Course requirements met through Transfer Credits Not included in GPA
CR Course requirements met Not included in GPA
NCR Credit course learning outcomes not met Not included in GPA
AD Audit the student has registered but not taken the course for credit Not included in GPA
In Most cases, alpha grade assignments are based on the following numeric grade ranges. Exceptions may apply in some programs. Refer to program documentation and/or course outlines for specific program/course evaluation information.
96 I Confederation College Student Handbook Letter Grade Percentage Attained A 80 - 100 B 70 - 79.9 C 60 - 69.9 D 50 - 59.9 F Less than 50
All F grades are included on the student’s transcript. In cases where students register more than once in the same course, only the highest grade will be used in calculating the GPA; however, all grades achieved are included on the student transcript. An IN grade is to be assigned, at the discretion of the faculty, only in cases where a student has been unable to complete the course requirements in the normal semester time. Previous satisfactory achievement must indicate the student can complete the requirements by the extension date, as determined by the faculty and to be given to the student in writing. A student receiving an IN grade in any semester must, on the student’s own initiative, upgrade the IN to a passing mark within the prescribed time and to the satisfaction of the faculty. The faculty will then forward a Change Of Grade form to Registration Services. Failure to comply will result in an automatic change of the IN to an F grade. Maximum time allowance to convert an IN to a passing grade: Fall term Mar. 15 following Winter term Nov. 15 following Summer term Nov. 15 following
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 97 How are Grade Point Averages Calculated
Definitions & Calculations: Credit = Credited course hours per semester (as noted in course outline)
Quality Points = Course hours (X) Numerical equivalent of letter grades
Grade Point = Total quality points (÷) Total credit Hours Average (GPA)
NOTE: Only program related courses that receive A, B, C, D, or F grade are used in the calculation of the program GPA.
Cumulative Grade Point Average All courses are used in the calculation of the grade point average.
Term Grade Point Average All Semester courses are used in the calculation of the grade point average.
Program Grade Point Average All program related course (approved curriculum) are used in the grade point average.
What does academic status mean? There are four academic statuses: Good Standing GPA =/>2.0
First Class GPA=/>3.5 Standing
Students enrolled full-time in an approved postsecondary certificate or diploma program with a minimum semester GPA of 3.5 will be issued a Letter of First Class Standing. (see Academic Policy 5-3-1)
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To be eligible for graduation, a student must successfully complete all program requirements with a GPA of at least 2.0. If the student’s term GPA falls between 2.0 and 1.251, the student will be placed on an academic intervention contract by the coordinator. The contract will include one or more of the following action plans and must be signed by the student: a. Program continuation with specific conditions b. Program continuance at a reduced course load c. Remedial assistance with student success supports d. Referral to counseling for career exploration and/or development of an Academic Success plan. Academic GPA=/<1.25 Probation
Students with a term GPA below 1.25 will be placed on an Academic Probation contract by the coordinator. The contract will include one or more of the following action plans and must be signed by the student: a. Program continuation with specific conditions b. Program continuance at a reduced course load c. Remedial assistance with student success supports d. Referral to counseling for career exploration and/or development of an Academic Success plan e. Program discontinuation with referral to Student Success Centre.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 99 Can I get credit for courses taken at other schools? Transfer credits are awarded on a course-by-course basis to individuals applying to, or enrolled in Confederation College programs and who have academic credits earned outside of Confederation College. A full description of the process and policy can be found at: http://www.confederationc.on.ca/transfercredits/
Can I get credit for experience? Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is an evaluation of prior leaning acquired through life and work experience. Detailed information on the College policy and procedure for PLAR can be found at www.confederationc.on.ca/plar
Where do I find information on graduation? Dates for convocation ceremonies are published in the Academic Calendar of Events. In the semester preceding the convocation ceremony a link will be activated on the College website with information for potential graduates. To be eligible for graduation, a student must successfully complete all program requirements with a GPA of at least 2.0.
What if I want to ensure I am on track to graduate? Any student wishing to review their academic status to ensure they are completing all of the required courses, can arrange to meet with a Registration Officer. Appointments can be scheduled in Registration Services.
What if I want to complete more than one diploma? Students who have previously obtained a certificate or diploma from Confederation College may obtain a second certificate or diploma in another area of specialization. To obtain a second certificate or diploma, students must complete all the required courses for the second certificate or diploma either through transfer credits, PLAR or course study. Earning a second credential requires students to complete by additional study the minimum equivalent of 25% of the total program hours.
100 I Confederation College Student Handbook Will I have to pay for any additional courses I want to take? Students considering taking courses above their normal program semester load are encouraged to discuss the implications of this decision with their program coordinator and seek advice and support. Additional fees may be assessed for overload courses depending on the number and length of the additional courses. Registration staff can advise of any additional charges.
What if I want to change my program or courses? If a student wishes to change programs, options or general education courses, they must consult with the program coordinator and complete, sign and submit the appropriate documentation to the required college departments. If this procedure is not followed, students may not receive a course credit. A student may change programs, option or general education courses within 10 days of the start of classes.
What kind of tests will I take in my courses? The final grade in a given course will be based on ongoing testing and assessment. There will be a mid-semester assessment and the program coordinator will inform students whose progress is unsatisfactory. There is no specific time set aside for formal college-wide examinations; all tests and examinations are coordinated by the department concerned. Within the first 2 weeks of the semester, students will be informed in writing of the assessment process used by the faculty responsible.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 101 What is a general education course? The college recognizes the need to provide in its program curricula courses to broaden the students’ appreciation and understanding of themselves and the world. It is with this in mind that our postsecondary programs provide general education courses. General education experience deals with the learning outcomes and corresponding knowledge, skills and attitudes that will enable students to exceed minimum expectations in their fields of study by providing context, perspective and meaningfulness to their efforts. General education emphasizes the expansion of students’ knowledge, skills and attitudes beyond their vocational and an essential employability skills education. The following five theme areas provide direction in the development and identification of courses that fulfill the general education requirements. A. Arts In Society B. Civic Life C. Social and Cultural Understanding D. Personal Understanding F. Science And Technology
Students can normally choose the required number of general education courses from pre-selected grouping. General education courses are graded and carry the same importance as other courses in the program and are used in the calculation of the grade point average.
If I enlist in the armed forces, what happens to my educational plans? The College recognizes that students who are members of the Reserve Force obtain additional benefits that are of value to their development and learning. The college will ensure that its Academic Policies & Procedures provide a process to consider special dispensations for Student Reservists.
102 I Confederation College Student Handbook How do I withdraw from a course? If a student wishes to withdraw from a course the student should first consult with the faculty concerned before the deadline dates listed in the Academic Calendar of Events. The student is then referred to the coordinator of the program in which the student is enrolled. If, after reviewing alternatives with the coordinator, the student still feels that withdrawal from the course is the best course of action, the student will be provided with a drop form. The student is required to bring a copy of the completed and signed drop form to Registration Services for processing. Note: Withdrawal from courses can seriously affect the following • Student loan eligibility • Future semester subject eligibility • Full-time program status • Fieldwork and co-op work term eligibility • Sponsorship status
How do I withdraw from a program? Unless the formal withdrawal procedure is followed, a student will not be considered as having officially withdrawn from the college. This in turn can affect the amount of eligible refund a student may be entitled to if their fees have been paid or, the amount of fees they are required to pay the college if fees are still owing. Failing to officially withdraw from the college will result in F grades assigned on all courses in which a student is registered. Refer to the Refund Schedule at http://www.confederationc. on.ca/admissions/. If fees have not been paid, contact Registration Services to find out the amount owing to the college. Students are responsible for all outstanding tuition owed to the college.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 103 Procedures for withdrawing from a program Note: Verbal notification of withdrawal is not acceptable. Follow the appropriate procedure as outlined below. Students living in Thunder Bay or at the college at the time of withdrawal will: 1. Obtain an official withdrawal form from the college school or program coordinator and complete the appropriate sections. 2. Take the form to have it signed by either the program coordinator or a representative from Student Success. 2. Deliver the complete form to Registration Services.
Students registered in a program at any of the college’s regional campuses will: 1. Obtain an official withdrawal form from the campus office or program coordinator and complete the appropriate sections. 2. Personally take the withdrawal form and have it signed by the program coordinator or area manager. 3. Personally sign the withdrawal form and leave it or send it to the main office of the campus. If the student is registered as a full-time Distance Education student or is not able to attend the college campus he/ she is registered at, Admissions & Registration must be immediately notified in writing regarding the decision to withdraw, and reason for withdrawal. The withdrawal procedure must be initiated and completed by the student.
104 I Confederation College Student Handbook Note: A student’s official date of withdrawal on record will be the date the letter is received in Registration Services. Failing to officially withdraw as outlined above will result in the assignment of F grades which will become part of a student’s permanent academic record.
Will I get any money back when I leave the College? Partial tuition refunds are provided to full time students who officially withdraw from their programs within 10 days of the start of class. Refunds are not issued after that date. Any exceptional requests for special consideration must be submitted to the Registrar, in writing, along with appropriate support documentation for consideration. Partial refunds are provided to part time students who officially withdraw on or before the second scheduled class. Refunds are not issued after that date. The Refund Schedule outlines the refund that a student will be eligible for should they officially withdraw from the college during various times within the academic semesters. Students must take note of the dates by which withdrawal can happen without considerable financial or academic penalty. 1. If a student owes an outstanding debt to Confederation College, the College reserves the right to retain the amount of a student’s refund necessary to repay that debt. 2. Students in receipt of financial assistance through the Ontario Student Assistance Program who withdraw from the college and become eligible for a refund are advised that the refund will be forwarded to the facility with which they negotiated the Ontario Student Loan or Canada Student Loan as a payment against their loan. 3. International students should contact the International office for a copy of the International Refund Schedule.
Note: The refund schedule is based on rates for the 2010-11 academic year and is subject to change. There will be no other refunds except those stated on the approved refund schedule. The refund schedule is available at http://www.confederationc.on.ca/admissions/.
Website www.confederationc.on.ca I 105 Exceptional Course/Program Withdrawals In extraordinary circumstances, the Registrar gives consideration to course/program withdrawals after published deadline dates. Requests for exceptional consideration must be submitted in writing to the Registrar with supporting documentation. Such requests must be submitted to the Registrar in a timely manner for consideration. The decision of the Registrar is final and not subject to appeal. The withdrawal procedure must be initiated and completed by the student. Note: A student’s official date of withdrawal on record will be the date the letter is received in Registration Services. Failing to officially withdraw as outlined above will result in the assignment of F grades which will become part of a student’s permanent academic record.
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Computer Services The Confederation College Computer Services Department is responsible for providing all information technology (IT) and audio visual services to the College community. This includes student/ academic IT resources such as computer labs, help desk services, student network accounts, network/Internet services, academic software, as well as other IT related services.
Help Desk Services (Where Do I Get Help?) The Computer Services Help Desk is the central point of contact to obtain computer or technology related technical support for all users at Confederation College. The Help Desk is located on the 3rd floor of the Shuniah building in Rm. 346. The Help Desk can also be contacted by calling 475-6488 or by e-mail at helpdesk@ confederationc.on.ca.
The Help Desk hours of operation during the academic year are as follows: Monday – Thursday ► 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday ► 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday & Sunday ► Closed
McIntyre building - Technical support is also available for students taking courses in the McIntyre building in Rm. 238. Help Desk hours of operation for the McIntyre building are as follows: Monday – Friday ► 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday & Sunday ► Closed Note: Help Desk hours of operation are subject to change.
Email [email protected] I 107 Your College Network Account Each student is given a unique College network/computer logon account with a corresponding e-mail address. This account is used to allow students access to computer lab workstations, College e-mail, print balance, Blackboard, the student Banner system, and other network resources. You will need to know your College account before you can access any of these systems. Please see the directions on the next page to determine your student account USERNAME and PASSWORD combination.
How to Log On with Your College Account 1. First, students will need to determine their USERNAME. Students can find out what their username is by using one of the following methods: a. Confederation College Registration Instructions package – each student should receive this package by mail and within the document it will list your account username. b. Confederation College student photo-ID card – each student will receive an individual ID card on which is listed your College e-mail address. The username can be found by looking at the first part of your e-mail address published on your student card. Example: Student with the name of David Smith: E-mail address: [email protected] Username: dsmith
c. If your username isn’t on your student card (or you don’t have a card), you can determine your username by following the steps outlined below:
108 I Confederation College Computer Services • Your username will be up to 8 characters long and made up of the first letter of your first name followed by up to the first 7 characters in your last name. With some common last names, your username could have a number as the last digit in your username. Example: The student David Smith could have any of the following usernames: dsmith, dsmith1, dsmith2, dsmith3 and so on... 2. A student’s initial PASSWORD will be 11 characters and will consist of the first initial of your first namecapitalized ( ), the first initial of your last name (lower case), and the last 9 digits of your student ID. Example: A student named David Smith with Student ID: 22663100198715, will have a password of: Ds100198715
3. Once you have successfully determined your College account username and password combination you will be able to access the following College systems or applications: • Student lab or classroom computers • Student network file server and J-drive • College Blackboard system • Student Information (Banner) system • Student Web Access Outlook E-mail system • Student printing resources Note: If you encounter difficulty determining your College account credentials, or if you are having difficulty logging on with your account on any of the above systems, please contact the Computer Services Help Desk on the 3rd floor of the Shuniah Building or phone 475-6488 for assistance.
Email [email protected] I 109 Account Password Security Confederation College employs an account password security policy that requires all College network account holders (including students) to maintain secure passwords. All network account passwords must meet the following criteria: • Be a minimum of 8 characters in length • Contain 3 of the following 4 types of characters: small letters, capital letters, numbers, or punctuation marks • Cannot be a password that you’ve used for the past 3 password changes • Cannot contain a combination characters resembling your name or account username In addition to the above requirements, the College network will require all account holders to change their password a minimum of once every 200 days. Users may, if desired, change their password a maximum of once every 30 days. Note: passwords entered that do not meet all of the above security standards will be rejected by the system.
How to Change Your College Student Account Password For security purposes, it is highly recommended that all students change their initial (default) passwords. Depending whether you are a student using a computer workstation at the Thunder Bay College campus or not, please use one of the two methods below to change your College student account password.
Method #1 – When using a computer at one of the Thunder Bay College campus buildings 1. After logging into the computer, and once the Windows desktop has loaded, on the keyboard press
110 I Confederation College Computer Services Method #2 – When using a computer at a regional campus or from home (outside the main College campus) 1. On an Internet connected computer, go to the College’s web portal page by typing in the URL: http://portal. confederationc.on.ca into your web browser program. 2. One the portal page is loaded, under the Login Trouble? section click on the ‘Click here to reset your College account password’ link. 3. On the ‘Reset Account Password’ screen, enter in your username, old/current password, and then your new password in both boxes (be sure to follow the password security guidelines as above).
Important! The procedure above will change a student’s password for their general network logon account which includes access to the College e-mail, Blackboard, and Student Banner systems. Account passwords for some other applications (like TLM) are separate from a student’s main College account and will remain unchanged.
Email [email protected] I 111 Computer Labs (All Labs Have Internet Access) Shuniah Building Labs Room 344: 24 workstations for open access Classrooms: 326, 328, 330, 339, 343, 344, and 345 for a total of approximately 235 workstations Lab Hours of Operation (subject to change): Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
1st Floor Library Open Lab - 34 workstations for open access (open during all building hours) 2nd Floor Library Lab - 17 workstations for open access Lab Hours of Operation (subject to change): Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Sunday 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
McIntyre Building Labs Room 257: 18 workstations for open access Classrooms 235, 237, 240, 244, 254, and 257 for a total of approximately 150 workstations. Lab Hours of Operation (subject to change): Monday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dorion Building Labs Room 272: 34 workstations – classroom/open access Lab Hours of Operation (subject to change): Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday & Sunday Closed
112 I Confederation College Computer Services ACE Building Labs - Room 209: 22 workstations – classroom/open access Room 132: 13 workstations – classroom Lab Hours of Operation (subject to change): Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday & Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Internet Cafe Internet Cafe workstations have been deployed throughout the College for the enjoyment of students: Shuniah Building Cafeteria area – 12 workstations 2nd floor (near Library entrance) – 6 workstations McIntyre Building Student Lounge Area – 12 workstations ACE Building 2nd floor Cafeteria area – 4 workstations
Note: Above computer labs that are marked as “open access” never have classes booked in them and are open for use by any students needing a computer workstation to complete their school work.
Email [email protected] I 113 Computer Labs Notes 1. If a class is in progress in one of the rooms and there are available computers, the instructor may, at their discretion, allow students to work quietly in the lab, provided that the student is there at the start of the class and not part way through. 2. In both the Shuniah and McIntyre buildings, if a lab is not being used by a class, the Help Desk attendant, if requested, will open as many labs as are required, provided that the labs can be adequately supervised. 3. Computer workstations may be booked for two one-hour non-consecutive sessions per day in all “open-access” labs. 4. The Computer Services Help Desk and all computer labs are closed on holidays and the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.
114 I Confederation College Computer Services Wireless Network Facilities Wireless access points (running on the 802.11 A/B/G standards) to the college network/Internet have been installed throughout the college. This means that any college user with a wireless enabled device (laptop, PDA’s, etc.) can connect to the college network. Instructions for setting up wireless networking will vary depending on the type of device being used, operating systems, etc. However, the general ‘connect to’ information is provided below: Network Name/SSID: snap?47 Network Key (WEP): DAFCA169AA Hand-outs are available at the Computer Services Help Desk (Rm. 346) for more specific instructions on connecting to the wireless network using Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Mac operating systems. For further information or help on connecting your device to the college wireless network, please contact the Computer Services Help Desk or call 475-6488.
Computer Log-off Procedure Students must properly log off and shut down the computer before leaving a workstation in order to ensure the next person who comes along does not gain access to the previous person’s resources and information. If a student fails to log off properly, someone else could resume the last person’s session, read their E-mail, and perform various other undesirable activities including using up the person’s printing allocation. To log off and shut down: 1. Click the ‘Start’ button at the bottom left of the screen. 2. Select ‘Shut Down’ 3. Then choose the option to ‘Log off’ and then click the ‘OK’ button 4. Wait until the computer completely logs off — when the screen displays the Windows network logon screen again, then it is safe to leave the computer.
Email [email protected] I 115 Saving Computer Work Each student network account is also given network drive space (called the student ‘J-drive’) to save and retrieve their work files from. The student J-drive is a space on the network server that is private for each account (only someone logging in with the particular account or authorized Computer Services staff can access it). Each student account has been allocated 100 MB of space on the J-drive to store their files on. Within the personal J-drive space, a student is free to save, retrieve, and delete files, as well as manage folders. Students are encouraged to use the J-drive to store their work files on as it is much more secure and reliable than using floppy disks (which can be easily damaged and lost). It is also recommended that students DO NOT save to the local hard drive (C-drive) of a computer as there is protective software installed on all student lab computer workstations in the college that will delete the files the next time the computer is rebooted. A final advantage of using the student J-drive is that the network server is backed up on a regular basis making it possible to retrieve files that may have been accidentally deleted or damaged. Please contact the Help Desk for assistance with this. Please note that the student J-drive is regularly monitored to ensure that students do not exceed their 100MB disk space allocation or use the J-drive to store inappropriate material on (as per the College’s Information Technology Acceptable Use Policy). Please visit http://www.confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/ files/5-5-051.pdf for more information on this policy.
116 I Confederation College Computer Services To save a file to the J-drive: 1. Select “File,” then “Save As” from within the computer program being used. 2. Navigate through the available drive letters to find the drive letter “J”. 3. Click on the J-drive to select it (this is the student’s personal network space). 4. Enter a file name and click on the “Save” button. To retrieve a file from the J-drive: 1. Select “File” then “Open” from within the computer program being used. 2. Navigate through the available drive letters to find the drive letter “J”. 3. Click on the J-Drive to select it (this is the student’s personal network space). 4. Select the file you wish to retrieve and press the “Open” button. Note: A student’s network account and J-drive space, is kept for up to one year after a student leaves the College. This gives students plenty of time to back up any school materials they may want to keep to a personal storage device.
Email [email protected] I 117 Printing and Scanning Services Confederation College has black & white laser printers available for student use. These printers are located in many computer lab areas within the Shuniah building (Help Desk & Library), McIntyre building, Dorion building, and ACE building. Colour laser printing is also available for general student use. Colour printers can be found at the Computer Services Help Desk (available from all 3rd floor lab computers), the 1st Floor Library lab, the 2nd Floor Library lab, and in all labs in the McIntyre building.
Printing Allocation Each student is automatically given an allocation of $36 dollars per year for printing purposes. This ‘print balance’ is tied to your College account and will allow you to print to any student network printer in a computer lab area. The cost for printing is as follows: Black & White = $0.05 cents per/page Black & White (double-sided print) = $0.04 cents/page Colour (single or double-sided print) = $0.40 cents/page Printing costs are automatically deducted from a students’ available print balance each time a print job is sent. Please note: print balance money is non-refundable and non-transferable, but is renewed at the start of each new academic year for returning students.
How to Print To print a job to a “pay-for-print” laser printer from any computer workstation: 1. Print as usual from any Windows program (i.e. select “File” then “Print”). 2. Select the printer from the list provided that you wish to print to.
118 I Confederation College Computer Services Purchasing Additional Print Balance If a student exceeds the $36-per year printing allocation, they can purchase additional allocation (in $5 increments) at the Library Circulation Desk.
Checking Print Account Balance To check how much money you have left on your print balance account: 1. Ensure you are logged into the computer with your own College account. 2. In the bottom right corner of the Windows desktop, click the black dollar sign symbol. A window will pop-up indicating your remaining print balance.
Colour Scanning Colour scanners are available for students to use on select stations in room 344 (behind Help Desk), the 1st Floor Library lab, the 2nd Floor Library lab, as well as in the McIntyre building in room 257.
Email [email protected] I 119 Security Software and Station Monitoring A security software package has been installed on all college lab computers and configured to prevent changes to the operating system, additions of shortcut icons to the desktop, unauthorized software installations, etc. Any of the above changes will cause the Windows image to rebuild itself the next time the computer is rebooted. Warning: This process will delete any files that have been added to the C-drive! Computer Services staff will also, from time to time, use security software to remotely monitor random student computer lab workstations to ensure proper adherence to Confederation College’s Acceptable Use Policy.
Acceptable Use Policy: Appropriate Use of Information Technology Computers as well as all other information technology facilities are provided at Confederation College for the betterment of students’ education and shall only be used for educational purposes. The facilities are not to be used for financial gain, harassment, or unauthorized, malicious, unethical, illegal or subversive activities. The facilities shall also not be used to access or distribute pornographic materials. The penalties for the abuse of these privileges are commensurate with the severity of the infraction and could include suspension of computer privileges and a student’s removal from their program of study. For more information on the College’s Information Technology Acceptable Use Policy, please visit http://www. confederationc.on.ca/sites/default/files/5-5-051.pdf.
120 I Confederation College Computer Services Banner Online Student Information System Students Can Use the Banner System to: • View/maintain personal student contact information • Complete on-line course registration & payment • View registration status • View academic records • View class schedule
How to Access the Banner Online Student Information system: 1. You can access the Student Banner information system by using any Internet connected computer with a web-browser. To access the site online, please use the link below: http://banner-ssb.confederationc.on.ca 2. By clicking this link you are brought to the Confederation College – Self Service Banner application website. Click the ‘Enter Secure Area’ link to get to the login page. 3. You are then brought to the Banner Self-Service application login page:
4. To login to the Banner Self-Service Application, enter in your Username and Password. Your Banner username and password is the same account as your general College login account. Please refer to page 102 for instructions on how to determine your College account username and password combination.
Email [email protected] I 121 5. After entering in your username and password, click on the ‘Login’ button below to enter into your account within the Banner Self-Service Application.
Note: For further assistance with logging into your College Banner Self-Service Application account, please contact the Computer Services Help Desk at 475-6488 or by e-mail at helpdesk@ confederationc.on.ca.
Checking Your College E-mail: How to Login to Web Access Outlook Students can access their college e-mail account from anywhere — all they need is a computer, Internet connection, and web browser program. To access your College E-mail: 1. Go to this web site: http://webmail.confederationc.on.ca 2. When prompted with a logon window, type in your Username and Password. Your email username and password is the same account as your general College login account. Please refer to page 102 for instructions on how to determine your College account username and password combination. 3. Click the ‘OK’ button to login.
122 I Confederation College Computer Services How to Login to Blackboard Blackboard is Confederation College’s academic e-learning tool. Within it, College faculty can setup ‘virtual’ classrooms where students can access a variety of information as well as activities pertaining to each of their classes. Blackboard courses can include: • Course/teacher announcements • Tests/quizzes • Student marks • Course documents • And much more... Blackboard is a web-based application and can be accessed at the following address from any Internet connected computer: http://confederation.blackboard.com/
Email [email protected] I 123 To login to Blackboard: 1. Launch your web browser application. 2. Type in the Blackboard address link above. 3. When the Blackboard login screen appears, click the button labelled ‘User Login’. 4. On the next screen, type in your username and password. Note: your Blackboard username and password combination is the same as your general network account username and password (please refer to page 102 for instructions on how to determine your College account username and password). 5. After entering in your username and password, click the ‘Login’ button. 6. When you are finished with your Blackboard session, click ‘Logout’ in the middle of the top part of the Blackboard screen.
Using TLM ( The Learning Manager) The software known as TLM is a web-based application that is used in many of the communications as well as math and science courses taught at the College. TLM, lets students practice and learn course objectives on their own time, and pace. Also, because TLM is online, students have the freedom of using the program on any Internet connected computer with a standard web browser (inside or outside the College).
SYSTEM Requirements for Using TLM • Internet connection • Internet Explorer 6 or higher
124 I Confederation College Computer Services Logging on to TLM – Communications Courses 1. In your web browser, go to http://tlm.confederationc.on.ca. 2. When you see the opening TLM page, choose whichever course you are enrolled in. 3. Next, you will see the TLM logon page. Type in your User ID and Password: User ID – last 9 digits of your student number (this can be found on your student card). Password – is 11 characters in length and will consist of the first letter of your first name (capitalized), the first letter of your last name (lower case), and the last 9 digits of your student ID. Example: Student name David Smith with student no. of 22663100198715 User ID – 100198715 Password – Ds100198715
Logging on to TLM – Math and Science Courses (McIntyre & Dorion buildings) 1. In your web browser, go to http://mathtlm.confederationc. on.ca. 2. Next, you will see the TLM logon page. Type in your User ID and Password: User ID – consists of 12 total characters 1. First character is the current semester (F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer) Note: letter must be capitalized 2. Second and third characters are the 2 digits of the current year (i.e. 2010 = 10) 3. The next nine characters are the last 9 digits of your student number (this can be found on your student card).
Email [email protected] I 125 Password – is a total of 14 characters and consists of your User ID (as determined above) as well as the first letter in both your first name and last name (capitalized). Example: Student name John Smith with student no. of 22663987654321 in Fall semester 2010. User ID – F10987654321 Password - F10987654321JS
Note: if you experience any problems with accessing or logging into TLM, please first consult with your instructor for assistance. If your instructor is unable to resolve your problem, please contact the Computer Services Help Desk on the 3rd floor of the Shuniah building or in the McIntyre building in room 238.
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12 13 14 Movie Day 10:00-2:00 Thunderhawks Cross Shuniah Student Lounge Country Running Info Meeting 5:00 Rm A219 Thunderhawks Golf Info Meeting 5:00 Rm A219 OASA Day
19 20 21 Campus Rec Family Class President Campus Rec Mixed Fun Day @ The Sports Meeting Beach Volleyball Dome 1:30-3:30
26 27 28 Campus Rec Mixed Thunderhawks Curling Ultimate Frisbee Info Meeting 5:00 Rm A219
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08 09 10 11 ACE BBQ - 11:30-1:30 Thirsty Thursday CES Pay Day “All About Us” 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
15 16 17 18 Alcohol Awarness Thunderhawks James Cunningham- Women’s Indoor You’re Richer Than You Thunderhawks Men’s Soccer Info Meeting Think! Indoor Soccer Info 5:00 Rm A219 Meeting 5:00 Rm A219 Confed Pub Night @ Daytona’s 9:00 Last day for refund of fall semester full time fees 22 23 24 25 Campus Rec Mixed CES Pay Day Beach Volleyball
29 30 Wellness Fair Thirsty Thursday Laughter is the Best Campus Rec Mixed Medicine! Flag Football Comedian: Debra DiGiovanni 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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08 Wednesday ACE BBQ - 11:30-1:30
132 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 09 Thursday Thirsty Thursday “All About Us” 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
10 Friday CES Pay Day
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14 Tuesday Thunderhawks Cross Country Running Info Meeting 5:00 Rm A219 OASA Day
15 Wednesday Alcohol Awarness Thunderhawks Men’s Indoor Soccer Info Meeting 5:00 Rm A219
134 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 16 Thursday Thunderhawks Women’s Indoor Soccer Info Meeting 5:00 Rm A219
17 Friday James Cunningham - You’re Richer Than You Think! Confed Pub Night @ Daytona’s 9:00 Last day for refund of fall semester full time fees
18 Saturday 19 Sunday Campus Rec Family Fun Day @ The Sports Dome 1:30-3:30
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28 Tuesday Thunderhawks Curling Info Meeting 5:00 Rm A219
29 Wednesday Wellness Fair Campus Rec Mixed Flag Football
138 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 30 Thursday Thirsty Thursday - Laughter is the Best Medicine: Comedian Debra DiGiovanni - 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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03 04 05 Campus Rec Family Class President OCAA Provincial Golf Swimming @ Canada Meeting Championships - Games Complex Barrie, ON Campus Rec Mixed OCAA Provincial Golf Soccer Championships - Barrie, ON
10 11 12 College closed: Healthy Sex Week Thanksgiving Day
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13 14 15 16 Campus Rec Doubles Thirsty Thursday Healthy Sex Week Mini Putt Sex Toy Bingo 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall Healthy Sex Week Healthy Sex Week
20 21 22 23 Career Fair Campus Rec Mixed 5 CES Pay Day Haunted Hike Pin Bowling Roll Offs “Carnival of Wonders” Haunted Hike “Carnival of Wonders”
27 28 29 30 Faith Fair Speaker: OCAA Provincial Cross Dr. Irmo Marini 11AM Country Running Campus Rec Men’s & Shuniah Student Championships - Women’s Billiards Lounge London, ON
Thirsty Thursday Oktoberfest 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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05 Tuesday OCAA Provincial Golf Championships - Barrie, ON Campus Rec Mixed Soccer
06 Wednesday OCAA Provincial Golf Championships - Barrie, ON Campus Rec Mixed Soccer
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144 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 14 Thursday Healthy Sex Week Thirsty Thursday Sex Toy Bingo 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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146 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 21 Thursday Campus Rec Mixed 5 Pin Bowling Roll Offs
22 Friday CES Pay Day Haunted Hike “Carnival of Wonders”
23 Saturday 24 Sunday Haunted Hike “Carnival of Wonders”
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148 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 28 Thursday Speaker: Dr. Irmo Marini 11AM Shuniah Student Lounge Thirsty Thursday - Oktoberfest 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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30 Saturday 31 Sunday OCAA Provincial Cross Country Running Championships - London, ON
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14 15 16 Class President Alive in the World Meeting Alive in the World Last day to withdraw from 15 week course without academic penalty
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17 18 19 20 Alive in the World Alive in the World CES Pay Day Campus Rec Doubles Tennis Tourney Alive in the World
24 25 26 27 Breakfast by Donation Thirsty Thursday Stock the Bank SUCCI Idol - 3:00-6:30 Stock the Bank Ryan Hall Campus Rec Mixed Basketball Stock the Bank
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154 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 11 Thursday Remembrance Day 10:40 AM Shuniah Student Lounge Thirsty Thursday Campus Rec Casino & Auction - 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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158 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 25 Thursday Stock the Bank Thirsty Thursday SUCCI Idol - 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall Campus Rec Mixed Basketball
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08 09 10 11 Thirsty Thursday Holiday Open House SUCCI Idol FINALS - Shuniah Student 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall Lounge
15 16 17 18 End of Fall Semester CES Pay Day
Final Fall Semester grades: All final grade entry for Fall Semester postsecondary credit courses web entered by 4:30PM 22 23 24 25 Christmas Break Christmas Break Christmas Break - College closed at 12 noon
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164 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 09 Thursday Thirsty Thursday - SUCCI Idol FINALS 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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17 Friday Final Fall Semester grades: All final grade entry for Fall Semester postsecondary credit courses web entered by 4:30PM CES Pay Day
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19 20 21 22 Weedless Wednesday SUCCI Elections Nominations Commence
26 27 28 29 Thirsty Thursday CES Pay Day Follies Variety Show Campus Rec Doubles “Story Book” Darts 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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15 Saturday 16 Sunday Campus Rec Mixed Boot Hockey Campus Rec Family Fun Day @ Centennial
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178 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 20 Thursday
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180 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 27 Thursday Thirsty Thursday - Campus Rec Doubles Darts 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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02 03 04 05 Disability Awareness SUCCI Elections- Nominations Close Campus Rec Mixed 4:00 PM Laser Tag Competition
09 10 11 12 Stress & Mental Health Campus Rec Mixed CES Pay Day Volleyball Campus Rec Wiggles’N Giggles
16 17 18 19 OCAA Provincial OCAA Provincial Curling Championships Curling Championships Lindsay, ON Lindsay, ON
23 24 25 26 Campus Rec SUCCI ELECTION CES Pay Day Ski, Tubing & DAY Snowboarding Night Campus Rec Mixed Thirsty Thursday Bocce Ball 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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19 Saturday 20 Sunday OCAA Provincial Curling Championships OCAA Provincial Curling Championships Lindsay, ON Lindsay, ON
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190 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 24 Thursday SUCCI ELECTION DAY Thirsty Thursday 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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02 03 04 05 Spring Healthy Living Campus Rec Women’s & Wellness Fair Squash Tourney
09 10 11 12 CES Pay Day
16 17 18 19 March Break March Break March Break
23 24 25 26 Pride Pride PINK DAY CES Pay Day Campus Rec Doubles Fooseball Competition Thirsty Thursday Big Pink Prom 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
30 31 Campus Rec Mixed 10 Pin Bowling Roll Offs
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15 Tuesday March Break Final semester date for withdrawal from postsecondary program courses without academic penalty
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200 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 24 Thursday Pride PINK DAY Thirsty Thursday - Big Pink Prom - 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
25 Friday CES Pay Day
26 Saturday 27 Sunday Campus Rec Movie Day @ Paramount Theatre
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24 25 26 Easter Final Winter Semester grades: All final grade entry for Winter Semester postsecondary credit courses web entered by 4:30PM
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206 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 07 Thursday Thirsty Thursday Sex Toy Bingo 3:00-6:30 Ryan Hall
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 207 11 Monday Class President Meeting
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208 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 14 Thursday
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 209 18 Monday
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20 Wednesday End of Winter Semester classes for regular postsecondary programs
210 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 21 Thursday CES Pay Day
22 Friday College closed: Good Friday
23 Saturday 24 Sunday Easter
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 211 25 Monday
26 Tuesday Final Winter Semester grades: All final grade entry for Winter Semester postsecondary credit courses web entered by 4:30PM
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 213 Goals Sunday Monday Tuesday
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 215 02 Monday
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 217 09 Monday
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 219 16 Monday
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 221 23 Monday College closed: Victoria Day
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 223 Goals Sunday Monday Tuesday
05 06 07 Fort Frances Lake of the Woods Campus Convocation (Kenora) Campus Ceremony Convocation Ceremony
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19 20 21 Northshore (Marathon) Greenstone Campus Convocation (Geraldton) Campus Ceremony Convocation Ceremony
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 225 30 Monday
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 227 06 Monday Fort Frances Campus Convocation Ceremony
07 Tuesday Lake of the Woods (Kenora) Campus Convocation Ceremony
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228 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 09 Thursday
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Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 229 13 Monday Sioux Lookout Campus Convocation Ceremony
14 Tuesday Dryden Campus Convocation Ceremony
15 Wednesday
230 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 16 Thursday
17 Friday Atikokan Campus Convocation Ceremony
18 Saturday 19 Sunday
Phone 807.475.6226 Website www.succi.com I 231 20 Monday Northshore (Marathon) Campus Convocation Ceremony
21 Tuesday Greenstone (Geraldton) Campus Convocation Ceremony
22 Wednesday
232 I Student Union of Confederation College Inc. 23 Thursday
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Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd1 6/4/2010,Our Sponsors 9:27 AM I 235 Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd236 I Our Sponsors 2 6/4/2010, 9:27 AM Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd3 6/4/2010,Our Sponsors 9:27 AM I 237 Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd238 I Our Sponsors 4 6/4/2010, 9:27 AM Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd5 6/4/2010,Our Sponsors 9:27 AM I 239 Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd240 I Our Sponsors 6 6/4/2010, 9:27 AM Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd7 6/4/2010,Our Sponsors 9:27 AM I 241 Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd242 I Our Sponsors 8 6/4/2010, 9:27 AM Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd9 6/4/2010,Our Sponsors 9:27 AM I 243 Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd244 I Our Sponsors 10 6/4/2010, 9:27 AM Confederation_College_Handbook_2010_2011.pmd11 6/4/2010,Our Sponsors 9:27 AM I 245 Notes
246 I Our Sponsors
I don’t need the We’ve got Health Plan! you covered! because I already have coverage in place. If you are a full-time If you are covered under another Comparable Health Plan, you may student, choose to OPT-OUT of the Health we’ve got you covered! Plan and RECEIVE A REFUND. All full time post-secondary You are only eligible to OPT-OUT students pay the Health Plan Fee of the plan before the deadline and are automatically covered by date of your first semester you are registered in. You are required to the Extended Health & Dental OPT-OUT each academic year. Plan. To OPT-OUT go to: www.wespeakstudent.com
OPT-OUT Deadline Fall 2010: Sept 30, 2010 Winter 2011: Jan 27, 2011 If you have any questions about the Health Plan, refer to www.succi.com