New Student Orientation SCHEDULE Thursday, January 3, 2013 8:15 am - 9:00 am North Campus
Check-in (various locations) + Morning Snack (2nd floor)
9:15 am to 9:45 am North Campus
Orientation Welcome Review the important events of the day and other things to know before you start school!
9:45 am - 10:00 am
Break—Walk over to South Campus (take the +15 located on the 2nd floor or cross 6 Ave at 3rd St).
Student Life Session (choose 1) South Campus 10:00 am to 10:30 am
REBOOT with Counseling and Specialized Supports Room S2041
10:30 am - 10:45 am
Break
Student Life Session (choose 1) South Campus 10:45 am - 11:15 am
REBOOT with Counseling and Specialized Supports Room S2041
11:15 am - 11:30 am
Break
Student Life Session (choose 1) South Campus 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
REBOOT with Counseling and Specialized Supports Room S2041
Lunch Break 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm South Campus
Student Life Session (choose 1) 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm South Campus
REBOOT with Counseling and Specialized Supports Room S2041
1:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Break
1:45 pm - 2:45 pm North Campus
Program Break-out Sessions or Time for you! See back page for locations
2:45 pm and later
Time for you! See below for more details...
Writing TOWES Room S3022
Scholarships & Awards – Investing in your Success! Room S2009
Understanding your Alberta Works Grant Funding Room S4036
Students’ Association of Bow Valley College (SABVC) Room S3020
Student Life + Campus Leadership Room S3114
Aboriginal Student Centre Welcome 2nd floor, South Campus
International Student Welcome Room S2011
Secrets to Success Room S4021
Student Health and Dental Plan Room S2010
Get a Job Before You Graduate! Room S4018
Writing TOWES Room S3022
Scholarships & Awards – Investing in your Success! Room S2009
Student Loans: What you need to know Room S4036
Students’ Association of Bow Valley College (SABVC) Room S3020
Alumni on the Spot Room S3114
Get Started with Online Learning Room S4033
Making the most of your Library + Learning Commons Room S2011
Being a Successful Student and Parent Room S4021
Student Health and Dental Plan Room S2010
Netiquette Registrar’s Room Office S4018 Room S2042
Writing TOWES Room S3022
Scholarships & Awards – Investing in your Success! Room S2009
Understanding Your Safety your Alberta on Campus Works Grant Room S3020 Funding Room S4036
Alumni on the Spot Room S3114
Technology Toolbox Room S4033
International Student Welcome Room S2011
Secrets to Success Room S4021
Student Health and Dental Plan Room S2010
Netiquette Transfer Room Credit S4018 Room S2042
Lunch hosted by the Students’ Association of BVC – Redeem your lunch coupon for a bagged lunch on the 2nd floor of South Campus, near Cafeteria Campus Tours at 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm — meet at the Information Desk, 1st floor, South Campus Student Services Expo on 2nd floor atrium space, South Campus Writing TOWES Room S3022
Scholarships & Awards – Investing in your Success! Room S2009
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO AT NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION? RESET myBVC.ca EMAIL PASSWORDS + PRINT BOOKLISTS 2nd Floor, Room S2013, South Campus 10:00 am –12:00 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm OR Library & Learning Commons, 2nd Floor, West Campus 8:00 am to 7:00 pm BUY TEXTBOOKS 1st Floor, South Campus, Bookstore 8:00 am to 5:00 pm PAY FEES 1st Floor, South Campus, Registrar’s Office 8:00 am to 7:00 pm STUDENT + FINANCIAL ADVISORS 1st Floor, South Campus, Registrar’s Office available by drop-in 8:00 am to 4:00 pm STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDS 2nd floor, South Campus, Room S3113 10:00 am – 4:00 pm CHECK YOUR ALBERTA WORKS FUNDING 1st Floor, South Campus, near Learner Success Services 9:30 am to 4:00 pm REDEEM COUPON FOR YOUR FREE BVC4LIFE T-SHIRT 2nd floor, North Campus, near elevators 8:00 am to 3:00 pm FREE PHOTO BOOTH! 2nd floor, North Campus 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Transfer Credit Room S2042
Student Loans: What you need to know Room S4036
Students’ Association of Bow Valley College (SABVC) Room S3020
Learning Navigator Room S3114
Aboriginal Student Centre Welcome 2nd floor, South Campus
Making the most of your Library + Learning Commons Room S2011
Being a Successful Student and Parent Room S4021
Student Health and Dental Plan Room S2010
Get a Job Before You Graduate! Room S4018
Registrar’s Office Room S2042
STUDENT SERVICES EXPO 2 Floor Atrium, South Campus 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Meet representatives from a variety of services geared for BVC students nd
Student Advisors
BVC Alumni Relations
International Education Department
Health Services
Career Services
Transfer Credit
Library & Learning Commons
Counselling & Specialized Support
Student Health + Dental
SAIT Residence
Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES)
Financial Aid + Student Awards
Corporate Readiness Training Program (CRTP)
Aboriginal Student Services Centre
Student Affairs
YWCA
Students’ Association of BVC
Shaw Cable
CAMPUS TOURS @ 12:30 and 3:00 pm Tour begins at 1st floor, South Campus, Information Desk Get acquainted with the college and essential student services!
STUDENT LIFE SESSIONS various times & locations @ South Campus Aboriginal Student Centre Welcome Meet our Aboriginal Student Centre staff and learn about support services for our Aboriginal learners, including: - Gathering Place new for Jan. 2013; tutorial info for academic success; financial advocacy for education sponsorship; scholarship and bursary info for Aboriginal students. - Access to an Aboriginal Elder for cultural advising and one to one sessions; - Access to smudge ceremonies in new Gathering Place - Brief summary of Aboriginal student support services and connections Being a Successful Student and Parent Are you a student and a parent? Join our discussion on balancing parenting and school responsibilities, planning for different scenarios, such as what to do when your child gets sick and what to look for in good childcare. Get a Job Before You Graduate! Attend this session to get tips on how to interview for jobs before you graduate and how to get a part-time job in your field while you are in school. Meet our Career Advisor and see how Career Services can help you. Making the most of your Library + Learning Commons Come discover what the Library has to offer you: you’ll be provided with a quick overview of the library’s website and we’ll show you the awesome resources you can access online.
These 30 minute sessions are designed to provide you with insight and knowledge for your studies and student life at Bow Valley College. Decide which ones are fit for you and make the most of your time at New Student Orientation! Alumni on the Spot: If I knew then what I know now… This is your opportunity to hear from previous BVC students –find out what they learned from going to college and gain first hand advice about being a student at BVC. Get Started with Online Learning There are online components in almost every course! Make the most of your online learning by attending this session where you will receive tips for learning online and discover how to be a successful student in the virtual classroom. International Student Welcome — For International Learners Only Meet our International Education Student Advisor, receive a quick overview of the services we offer to international students, understand your study permit, working in Canada, cultural activities and upcoming workshops. Learning Navigator Find out more about a new and unique initiative that matches new students with a Bow Valley College employee, providing opportunities for support, learning and a positive first experience at Bow Valley College. Netiquette With the popularity of Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and other social media sites, it’s important to remember to manage our professional presence both online and when using email. Learn do’s and don’ts to help you create a professional social media image for the workplace!
Registrar’s Office - Who is ‘Reg’ and why do I need to go to his office? Find out how the Registrar’s Office can help you as a student. Everything you need to know REBOOT with Counselling and Specialized Supports (CSS) from the Prospective Student Centre to Graduation, and everything in between! Do you think that the only person who can help you at school is your instructor? Think again! Instructors are important - but Bow Valley College has more! Do you Secrets to Success– In School and the Workplace want to get better grades, be more efficient with your time, learn how NOT to be The secrets to being successful in the workplace should be developed and refined first in so anxious doing tests or presentations? Find out how you can be the best stuschool. This session will emphasize the work behaviours employers are seeking in dent you can be. Find out about the Counselling and Specialized Support (CSS) potential employees. Attend to enhance your success and develop a competitive TEAM! Find out what FREE support and services are available to help you be a advantage in your career hunt. successful student and get you to graduation! Students’ Association of Bow Valley College (SABVC) Learn about YOUR students’ association, including the services, clubs and student events Scholarships & Awards – Investing in your Success! they offer throughout the year. Find out how and why you should get involved and get a Learn about the various awards opportunities available to you and start free gift! planning your way to becoming the next big award recipient! Technology Toolbox Discover the different technology tools that are available to help you with your studies at Bow Valley College. You will be introduced to three of our most popular technology tools. These include Read and Write – to listen to your documents, Inspiration – to help with organization and Essay Zone – an online resource to help with essay writing. Understanding your Alberta Works Grant Funding Were you authorized for Alberta Works Grant Funding? If your answer is YES, join us for an information session including: learner responsibilities, reporting changes to the government and how to ensure you are getting the maximum funding possible. NOTE: This session DOES NOT APPLY to Diploma program learners or learners with Student Loans. Writing TOWES (Test of Workplace Essential Skills) All students registered in a School of Business or School of Health, Justice & Human Services certificate or diploma program nine months or longer will write TOWES. This session will help you understand more about workplace essential skills and their importance for your success at school and at work. TOWES is a credential that certifies your essential skills for employers and will be added to your transcript. Your Safety on Campus Being safe on campus is possible with a few easy tips. Understand what to do in the event of an emergency and learn preventative measures for your safety and security.
Student Loans – what you need to know Did you apply for a student loan? Join us and learn about your responsibilities, reporting changes to the government, processing loan documents, appeals and loan repayment information. NOTE: This session DOES NOT APPLY to Academic Upgrading learners. Student Life + Campus Leadership Are you interested in being a part of the campus community beyond the classroom? Find out how you can participate in campus activities, including volunteering, workshops and more. Discover the many events and activities Bow Valley College has to offer and how you can get involved when you step outside the classroom. Student Health & Dental Plan Learn about your benefits, how to do family add-ons and how to opt out if you're already covered by another plan. Get informed and find out more about the Health and Dental deadlines. Transfer Credit Learn what transfer credit means and how credits are assessed when you apply at a post-secondary institution, and specifically at Bow Valley College. You will also learn more about the Alberta Transfer Guide.
Please note: Student Life Sessions occur at South Campus at various times and locations. Please refer to the schedule for specific session times and locations.
PROGRAM BREAK-OUT SESSION LOCATIONS* The following Break-out Sessions are being hosted by your specific program.
North Campus, 1:45 pm - 2:45 pm Academic Upgrading Accounting & Financial Management Administrative Professional Business Administration Corporate Readiness Training Program (CRTP) Dental Business Assistant Early Learning & Child Care Certificate Early Learning & Child Care Diploma Global Tourism Management & Marketing Hospital Unit Clerk Medical Office Assistant
5th Floor, Room N525 6th Floor, Room N624 4th Floor, Room N430 4th Floor, Room N418 6th Floor, Room N628 6th Floor, Room N614 7th Floor, Room N722 7th Floor, Room N722 6th Floor, Room N620 6th Floor, Room N634 4th Floor, Room N428
*Programs not listed above will provide you with further information on the first day of classes, January 7, 2013 or will be in contact with you directly.
