START YOUR JOURNEY ADMISSIONS HANDBOOK 2020/2021 START YOUR JOURNEY TABLE OF CHAPTER PAGE SECTION 01 1-9 PEOPLE CONTENTS 1 —Mission, Vision, Values 2 —Champlain at a Glance 4 —Our Size is Our Strength 5 —Our Indigenous Initiatives 6 —It’s All About Your Success 02 10-11 PLACES 10 —Bookstore 11 —George Wallace Library 03 12-73 JOURNEY 14 —General Education 20 —Pre-University Programs 58 —Technical Programs 04 74-77 EXPERIENCES 74 —Student Life 76 —Intercollegiate Athletics 05 78-87 START YOUR JOURNEY 78 —Fees, Financial Aid, Scholarships 79 —How To Apply? 82 —Programs of Study & Admission Requirements 84 —Still Have Questions? 86 —Transportation & Directions PEOPLE MISSION: Champlain Regional College is a public, English-language, post-secondary institution that provides pre-university and technical college-level education and training, primarily in English, to learners in both Regular Day and Continuing Education programs. The College, through its unique multiregional structure, responds to the needs of diverse MISSION, linguistic and cultural communities and contributes to the educational and socio-economic development of the regions of Quebec served by Champlain – Lennoxville, Champlain – St. Lambert and Champlain – St. Lawrence. VISION & The College is dedicated to fostering the individual success of its students and their development as well-rounded, VALUES responsible and informed citizens of the world. VISION: Passionate in its commitment to students, and inspired by its mission and values, Champlain Regional College aspires to: Offer unique and innovative high-quality programs and services; Graduate students who are recognized for the excellence of the 1 knowledge and skills they have acquired; Attract and retain outstanding faculty and staff; and Be a learning-centered college. VALUES: The College values: LIFELONG LEARNING for students, faculty and staff through personal growth and professional development; EXCELLENCE through striving for continuous improvement; RESPECT for all individuals, manifested through open communications and a commitment to fairness, justice and honesty; CARING through compassion, courtesy and friendliness and a commitment to the wellness of students, faculty and staff; COLLABORATION in the achievement of shared goals and objectives; STEWARDSHIP through the responsible and effective use of human, physical, environmental and financial resources; A SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND TRADITION within and among all locations of the College. PEOPLE CHAMPLAIN AT A GLANCE 2 3 STUDENT POPULATION Approximately Multicultural Environment. 3,000 students. PROGRAMS OFFERRED 13 x two-year 5 x three-year pre-university programs. career programs. LANGUAGE Champlain College is the only English college on the South Shore of Montreal. LOCATION Located on the South Shore of Montreal within a short 10-minute walk from the Longueuil Metro station. PEOPLE OUR SIZE IS OUR INDIGENOUS OUR STRENGTH INITIATIVES 4 5 Champlain College Saint-Lambert offers a unique Champlain College Saint-Lambert has undertaken New ideas and course components addressing and interesting combination of programs in a college numerous activities to promote learning and foster Indigenous issues are being incorporated into our where our size is our strength. Our friendly, small awareness of the reconciliation between Indigenous evolving curriculum in the hope that students will class sizes encourage effective communication and and non-Indigenous people through education in be able to: critical thinking. support of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission recognize and respect diversity, Our teachers play a vital role in making learning of Canada. With the support of faculty, staff and a dynamic Community of Practice committee, our at Champlain College Saint-Lambert an unforgettable be open to individual differences, experience. They will take the time to get to know you, Champlain Indigenous Student Ambassadors are active st provide you with personal attention and feedback, and in the community offering support to 1 year students, value Reconciliation and the importance of Truth in today’s historical context, and help you achieve your maximum potential, thereby planning Indigenous Orientation Retreats and increasing preparing you for the challenges of university and intercollegiate partnerships to work with Indigenous become an active contributor to Reconciliation efforts by the job market. students from other Cegeps. Pedagogical Day activities engaging in Indigenous Education and Culture. such as blanket exercises and visits to Kahnawake and the First Nations Adult Education School Council continue to promote Indigenous consciousness. The George Wallace Library hosts an expanding Truth & Reconciliation Collection which can be consulted through the Champlain TRC Community of Practice link on the Omnivox Portal. PEOPLE 1 ST YEAR STUDENT ORIENTATION: STUDENT ACCESS CENTER (ADAPTED SERVICES): The First-year Leadership and Integration Program (FLIP) welcomes new students to the Champlain College Saint- The Student Access Center (SAC) offers support to students Lambert community by providing resources and activities who have difficulties and challenges due to medical to facilitate a successful transition into college life. diagnoses that are hindering their academic performance or college experience at Champlain College Saint-Lambert All 1st year students are invited and encouraged to attend and require special accommodations. Once accepted into this one-day College Orientation. Students will have the the College students should contact Adapted Services opportunity to meet the FLIP team & CSA (Champlain regardless of whether the difficulties they are experiencing IT’S ALL Student Association) representatives, be introduced to are permanent or temporary. the services of Student Services, meet faculty and better understand the demands and expectations of academic The office supports students with a wide variety of courses. They will have the chance to be acquainted with situations, from medical diagnoses to mental health issues ABOUT Library services and meet an Academic Advisor from and anxiety disorders, and also includes long term support the Registrar’s office to better understand the ins and to accompany students with learning disabilities, ADHD, outs of the College academic process. The orientation is Asperger’s and autism. hosted by 2nd and 3rd year Champlain students in a social Students should contact the office even if they are being YOUR and community setting where questions are encouraged followed by a medical, mental health or counselling unit in hopes of helping newly admitted students to better outside of the College. The help available can include understand and appreciate the resources and social support for academic success and also for social integration opportunities available to them. SUCCESS and the transition to college life. Contact our office at 450-672-7360 ext. 3444 as early as ACADEMIC ADVISING: possible after receiving your acceptance to the College for Academic Advisors assist students in a number of areas general information or to book an appointment. related to program progression, course selection, academic 6 performance, and university and scholarship applications. 7 During the year, academic advisors invite university representatives to the Campus to provide information to students about the various programs offered and to answer questions concerning admissions to the universities. Our goal is your success. Champlain College Saint- Lambert provides students with a range of services to help support their academic endeavors and personal growth. Whether a student needs additional help with courses outside the classroom, guidance in choosing a career path or wants more information about getting involved in Champlain College life, experienced and friendly staff are always there to lend a hand. We encourage all students to take advantage of the resources and supportive services provided by the Registrar’s Office, Student Services, the Learning Centre and the Library. Students just need to ask and we will assess their needs and guide them in the right direction. CENTRE DE RESSOURCES EN FRANÇAIS: HEALTH SERVICES: PERSONAL COUNSELLING: Le Centre de ressources en français (CRF) offre aux élèves un service The College nurse is on campus two days per week and is Licensed psychotherapists, psychologists and a social de coaching individualisé dans le cadre duquel ils devront se fixer, available to discuss the health concerns of our students in a worker are available to assist students in identifying and avec la personne accompagnatrice, des objectifs à atteindre pour safe and confidential environment. resolving any difficulties which could interfere in the améliorer une ou des lacunes en français. Les coaches sont des attainment of their goals within the areas of personal, élèves provenant des cours de français de niveau avancé. Services include: career, and life development. This is done through understanding, identifying, exploring, and finding different The French Resource Centre offers individualized tutoring Discussing any health preoccupation, assessing the alternatives to the issue(s) in a confidential manner. They for students who are experiencing difficulties in their situation and referring if necessary. also work with students to overcome difficulties associated French courses. The French tutors are Champlain students with mental health and well-being. enrolled in advanced level French courses. Health counselling for tobacco