Bold choice Bright future Viewbook 2020-21 The University of Calgary would like to acknowledge the traditional territories contents of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern Alberta, which includes the 4 Five reasons to choose UCalgary Blackfoot Confederacy (comprising the 6 Fast facts Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations), 8 Your city as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation, 10 Your university and the Stoney Nakoda (including the 12 Student life Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Wesley First 14 Welcome to your new home in residence Nations). The City of Calgary is also 16 Academic life home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, 18 Areas of study Region 3. The University of Calgary is 22 Admission requirements situated on land adjacent to where the 26 Provincial equivalents Bow River meets the Elbow River, and the 28 Additional admission information traditional Blackfoot name of this place 29 English language requirements is “Moh’kins’tsis,” which we now call the 30 Budgeting for your first year City of Calgary. 32 Your next steps to becoming a Dino 34 Connect with us Learn about our Indigenous Strategy, ii' taa'poh'to'p, at: ucalgary.ca/indigenous 2 3 a bold choice five reasons to choose UCalgary 1 Excellence in academics Choose from a range of high-quality programs at one of the top 250 universities in the world. A community committed to excellence, UCalgary has 18 alumni who became Rhodes Scholars and our Faculty of Kinesiology is the #1 sport science school in North America. 2 Research opportunities Join a leading Canadian research university. With $487.8 million in sponsored research funding in 2018-19, UCalgary provides many students the opportunity to gain valuable research experience while helping overcome some of society's greatest challenges. 3 A supportive community Access the support you need throughout your degree. With academic advising at the Student Success Centre, employment preparation through Career Services, mental health and wellness professionals at Student Wellness Services, and much more, you'll find the services and supports you need to thrive at our university. 4 Earn while you learn Take advantage of various employment options throughout your degree. UCalgary offers exciting, paid co-operative education and internship opportunities with companies such as BMW and Garmin. 5 Adventurous lifestyle Explore world-famous destinations like Banff and Lake Louise. With the Rocky Mountains UCalgary offers a rich learning environment where you’re encouraged to only an hour away, it's no wonder Calgary is participate in innovative research, competitive co-ops and internships, the fifth most livable city in the world. and exciting international exchanges. To help you thrive, you’ll also find a variety of support services available including academic and career advising, student-life programming, and health and wellness services. 4 5 our university Mo shùile togam suas Our university motto #6 TOP RESEARCH UNIVERSITY IN CANADA (in Gaelic) is "I will lift up my eyes" 27,000+ UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS 14 FACULTIES Home of the Dinos 18 RHODES SCHOLARS 185,000 ALUMNI IN MORE THAN 150 COUNTRIES 360 INVENTIONS AND INNOVATIONS Choose from SINCE 2017 250+ programs 95% FIRST-YEAR UNDERGRADUATE RETENTION RATE 94% GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT RATE Founded in 46 U SPORTS NATIONAL 1966 with origins in the CHAMPIONSHIPS UCalgary has six broad research priorities that include Energy Innovation for today and tomorrow; Infections, Inflammation early 1900s and Chronic Diseases; Human Dynamics in a Changing World; Engineering Solutions for Health; New Earth-Space Technologies; 14 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC and Brain and Mental Health. The researchers pictured here successfully teleported a photon six kilometres, which may lead MEDALS WON BY STUDENTS to a future with more secure communications. 6 7 Drawing top performers, Calgary's Folk Music Festival is held annually at Prince's Island Park. your city Home to 1.4 million people, Calgary is Canada's youngest city, a Professional sports teams global finance hub and an economic powerhouse. It's truly a city Calgary boasts professional hockey, football, lacrosse of great opportunity, shaped by passion, creative energy and an and soccer teams. Most teams offer student pricing for events with dedicated university nights. entrepreneurial spirit. Attending UCalgary means tapping into that spirit and beginning the adventure of a lifetime. Canada Olympic Park and Winsport Home to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, Winsport offers QUALITY OF LIFE LIFESTYLE summer luge, bobsled and BMX courses, along with skiing, snowboarding and tubing in the winter. 5TH MOST LIVEABLE CITY IN NORTH AMERICA'S MOST EXTENSIVE THE WORLD PATHWAY AND BIKEWAY NETWORK ONE OF CANADA'S SAFEST 6 MAJOR MOUNTAIN SKI RESORTS Bow River MAJOR CITIES WITHIN 3 HOURS OF UCALGARY The Bow River is at the heart of Calgary. Take a bike ride on the river pathway system, enjoy some of Calgary’s top restaurants on its banks or give river surfing a try. EMPLOYMENT WEATHER & CLIMATE CANADA'S SUNNIEST MAJOR CITY INNOVATION CAPITAL OF CANADA Calgary’s Music Mile and the National Music Centre (333 SUNNY DAYS PER YEAR) The Music Mile is a vibrant stretch of live music venues. ENERGY CAPITAL OF CANADA AVERAGE DAILY MAXIMUM OF 21.9° C It's also home to Studio Bell’s National Music Centre, which AND GLOBAL FINANCE HUB IN SUMMER AND -1.4° C IN WINTER houses several different Canadian music halls of fame. 8 9 Exceptional facilities The Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking A space to share knowledge and turn ideas into practical solutions, the Hunter Hub is dedicated to helping students develop entrepreneurial ways Residence Dining Centre of thinking. It hosts the Energy New Venture Olympic Oval Competition each year, which introduces start- ups to investors and industry leaders. Outdoor Centre MacEwan Lab Next Makerspace Lab Next Student Centre Makerspace This makerspace features freely available technology to develop and design your own projects. Located in the Taylor Family Digital Library, Hunter Hub for you can print and scan in 3D, use milling machines or editing suites, try Entrepreneurial out a virtual reality simulator, and more. Thinking The Atrium The Atrium A favourite study space for students, the Atrium features modern furniture, luscious vegetation and lots of natural light. The Outdoor Centre The Outdoor Centre, part of the Faculty Transit Station of Kinesiology and Active Living, has been renting gear and teaching outdoor skills for more than 40 years. Build skills in climbing, kayaking, biking and many other sports, and rent the equipment you need to play in the Canadian Rockies. As a student, gear up for the outdoors with 10 per cent off rentals and a $25 credit. The Olympic Oval Watch an international your university speed skating competition or take skating lessons on Live and study in a park-like setting — a hub of social, cultural and academic life with the world's fastest ice in this strong campus traditions more than 50 years in the making. Attend a Dinos sporting event, facility built for the Winter Olympic Games. a performance at University Theatre or a presentation by an engaging professor. Day or night, there’s always something new to discover. With transit connecting the university to the rest of Calgary, it’s easy to explore the city too. Explore the University of Calgary using Google Street View at: ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/tours-events Painting “The Rock” An age-old campus tradition Unearthed during the construction of campus buildings, three large painted rocks have become an important part of UCalgary culture. They are used by students for artistic expression and to advertise events. UCalgary's main campus is 526 acres of park-like space. 10 11 Fall Orientation features exciting events to help students connect student life with each other and build community at our university. Moments that will define you You'll feel campus buzzing with energy throughout your time here — during Orientation, your Induction Ceremony, the UCalgaryStrong Festival and your Convocation. Exciting dance, drama and music events are held on campus throughout the year, and many are free for students. Attend the boisterous Crowchild Classic with 15,000 of your fellow classmates to cheer on the Dinos hockey teams. Participate in a service-learning program that helps a local community. No matter how you choose to get involved, count on making new friends and living new experiences. 300+ 50 155 student clubs intramural countries represented to join sports teams on campus With numerous clubs on campus, Enjoy beginner and competitive Make new friends, broaden your Our programs and services are designed to help you get the most out of your chances are good you’ll find one sports leagues, fitness classes, horizons and enjoy unique learning university experience. Examples include the following services: that interests you. The Humans and recreational sports clubs for opportunities by participating in of UCalgary, the Dungeons and building skills and developing UCalgary's experiential learning Career Services Student Accessibility Services Student Wellness Services Dragons Club, the Community technique. You can also access programs in locations such as The expert staff at Career Dedicated to creating an Access counselling, medical Garden Club, and the Relectric Car our world-class Active Living Toronto, Costa Rica and the Yukon. Services will help you prepare equitable and supportive learning appointments, chiropractic and Team are just a few of the many recreational facilities. You'll connect with the greater for a career you'll love. Talk to environment, Student Accessibility massage. 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