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Guelph |
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School Description:
Both the University and City of Guelph are renowned as
great places to learn and live.
The true character of Guelph students is not only found in academic
achievements, but also in the strong commitment to being great leaders
and to helping others. The University of Guelph encourage students
to be engaged in their learning outside of the classroom - as citizens
and leaders - to develop skills that are essential to making a difference
in the workplace and in the world. |
| 2007
- 2008 Important Dates |
| Registration Deadline |
| Open Houses / Campus
Tour |
January 8—April 5,
2007 (10:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.) |
| Orientation Week |
August 27 - 30, 2007 |
| First day of school (Fall/
Winter term) |
September 3, 2007 |
| Last day to pay tuition fees |
September 20, 2007 |
| Last day to drop course |
October 10, 2008 |
| Winter Exam Timetable |
December 10 – 21, 2007 |
| First day of school (Winter/
Spring term) |
January 7, 2008 |
| Last day to
pay tuition fees |
January 25, 2008 |
| Last day to drop course |
February 10, 2008 |
| Spring Exam Timetable |
April 3 – April 17, 2008 |
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| Housing |
With over 5,000 students in single and
family residences, Guelph has one of the largest and
best established university housing systems in Canada.
In the buildings for single students, you will have
the opportunity to socialize in the lounges or study
in the quiet areas. You will have a telephone with voice-mail
in your room and easy access to laundry facilities,
a kitchenette and lounges for meeting and socializing.
Internet hook-ups are included in every room.
Living options include individual rooms, as well as
rooms shared by two, three or four students. Guelph
offers suite-style (apartment) living in East Residence,
where bathrooms and kitchen facilities are shared. First-year
students are normally housed in double or triple rooms,
but some single rooms are available, particularly in
South and East Residences. Your residence application
will give you the opportunity to apply for several different
buildings and room types and the university will do
its best to meet your preferences. If you have a special
need of a particular room type or location, you can
let them know about that need when you apply. Be sure
to read the special needs information in your residence
application information.
Accommodation costs for 2006-2007 ranged between $4,200
and $5,000 for two semesters, not including a meal plan
and depending on the residence assigned.
Residence application information will be sent to you
with your offer of admission, if an interest in residence
is indicated on the application form. The Residence
Admissions Office will provide you with the dates and
details you need. |
| Campus |
Description |
| East
Residence |
East Residence consist of three connected
halls - Glengarry, Lanark and Dundas - which are home
to 610 residents. East offers suite style accommodation
- groups of 6, 8, 10, or 12 students live in single
and double rooms within a self-contained, apartment-style
suite. East residence is also home to two Living Learning
Centres, Eco House and La Maison Francaise. Click
here for more information. |
| East
Village Townhouses |
Opened during the Fall of 2001, the Village
is Guelph's newest residence community, consisting of
164 four, five and six bedroom self-contained townhouses.
Normally for upper years students only, the Village
townhouses provide a private living environment with
all the conveniences of living on-campus. Click
here for more information. |
| Johnston
Hall |
Johnston Hall's stone tower is the University
of Guelph's best known landmark. A traditional style
co-ed residence, Johnston is home to 315 students who
live primarily in double and triple rooms. Click
here for more information. |
| Lambton
Hall |
Over 400 first-year students share double
rooms in Lambton Hall, a four storey building renowned
for its spirit. The co-ed community provides lots of
energy and opportunities to learn new things and meet
new people. Click
here for more information. |
| Lennox
Addington |
Lennox is a sprawling four-level building
housing 265 students in single and double rooms, while
Addington is a 10-floor high-rise with 255 beds. Small
sections/floors create close knit communties within
a larger, friendly, spirited environment. Click
here for more information. |
| Macdonald
Hall |
Macdonald Hall houses 150 female students
in single and double rooms in a community with a wonderful
sense of belonging. Built in 1904, Mac Hall is the oldest
residence on-campus and has been home to generations
of University of Guelph women. Click
here for more information. |
| Maids
Hall |
Maids Hall is a small traditional red
brick building built in 1914 and is home to one of the
Living Learning Centres - Arts House. Most of the 50
students living in Arts House share double rooms. Click
here for more information. |
| Mills
Hall |
Originally built in 1921 and recently
renovated, Mills Hall is a co-ed residence that has
a strong sense of community. It is a traditional style
residence which houses 160 students in single, double
and triple rooms. Click
here for more information. |
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| To find off-campus accommodation in the area,
click
here. |
Meal Plans and Food
Service:
Hospitality's on-campus eateries reflect the types of restaurants
and food courts that are most popular with today's students. From
casual coffee houses to the renowned Creelman Marketplace, Guelph
offers 16 different dining venues to suit any schedule or taste.
- Wide-ranging food selections include popular comfort foods,
international cuisine, pastas, deli sandwiches, lots of fresh
fruit and vegetables, extensive salad bars and some of your
favourite brands such as Subway, Pizza Pizza, the Pita Pit,
Tim Horton's and Harvey's (serving Swiss Chalet)
- Vegetarians and vegans will be delighted with the considerable
menu choices specifically designed to meet their nutritional
needs
- Food is available 7 days a week from 7:00 a.m. until midnight
- Kosher entrées are available at the Creelman Marketplace
and Halal entrées are served in Pages Coffeehouse
- Guelph students can be assured only top-quality products from
reputable suppliers are used in our dining facilities
Meal Plans:
At Guelph, all food items are individually priced - just like
a restaurant! You only pay for what you order.
When you purchase a Meal Plan, food dollars are deposited into
a food account, linked to your Student Identification Card. When
it's time to eat, all you need is your ID card. Every time you
choose a snack or meal, simply present your student ID card to
the cashier and the appropriate food dollars will be deducted
from your account.
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Social Scene:
Students will receive:
- Honours Bachelor of Applied Science (Family and Community
Social Services)
- Social Service Workers' Diploma
Students will be qualified for certification in the Ontario College
of Social Workers and Social Service Workers, according to the
Social Services Worker Program Standard, and will possess the
skills necessary to work with high-risk families and children
at the individual and community level.
Practicum Placements
- Foundation Practicum (200 hours) September – December/
Mondays and Tuesdays
Students gain experience under the direct supervision of a professional
staff person in a social services agency.
- Intermediate Practicum (400 hours) January – April/Wednesdays
and Thursdays
Students gain front-line experience in a human services agency
under direct supervision.
- Advanced Practicum (800 hours) September – April/Mondays
and Tuesdays
Students complete a placement in an area of social service of
particular interest to them.
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| School
Clubs |
| School Club Name |
Description |
| Economics Students' Association |
Our Mission, as the Economics Students
Association, is to foster a positive and enthusiastic,
social and academic community for undergraduate students
studying economics. |
| Koreans Students’ Association |
We are an umbrella organization to all
ethnic backgrounds, races, and religions that works
to enhance student life and promote Asian Culture! |
| Drama Coalition |
The purpose of the Coalition is to stimulate
interest in dramatic activities within the University
community and foster relationships between various dramatic
groups/clubs. |
| Dance Sport Club |
A non-profit, student-run organization
that aims to promote ballroom dancing in our community.
Specifically, DanceSports are dances recognized by the
Junior Olympics Committee. |
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| Scholarships offered
at the school
The University of Guelph offers a full range of
student financial services designed to assist students dealing
with the financial pressures associated with the cost of postsecondary
education. These services include:
- a generous scholarship and awards program to reward those
who excel academically
- a growing number of awards that combine academic achievement
and financial need as the criteria
- a dedicated bursary and work study program that focuses on
our most financially needy students
- the administration of a significant government loans program
- a student accounting and payment service that is based on
semesterly rather than annual billing and is both fair and flexible
Click
here for more information. |
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