Parent Calendar Upper-year

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ANOTHER YEAR ON CAMPUSparent and family calendar for upper-year students

2010

2011


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Accounting officeGordon Willey building, Room SW116*Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.3020

Athletics and RecreationCampus Ice CentreT: 905.721.3230

www.campusicecentre.comCampus Recreation and Wellness CentreHours of operation September to AprilMonday to Thursday, 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.Saturday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.(Hours of support are adjusted during thesummer period)T: 905.721.3040www.campusrecreationcentre.com

Campus Tennis CentreMonday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.T: 905.721.3122E: [email protected]

Varsity athleticswww.durhamlords.com

Campus BookstoresOshawa campusGordon Willey building, Room A125Monday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.T: 905.721.3026

Whitby campusRoom 130Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(closed from 1 to 2 p.m.)T: 905.721.3306

E: [email protected]://dc-uoit.bookware3000.ca

Campus Health CentreCampus Recreation and Wellness CentreMonday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.T: 905.721.3037F: 905.721.3133E: [email protected]/campushealthcentre

Campus Identification ServicesCampus Recreation and Wellness CentreRoom G1004*T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2116 and ext. 2110E: [email protected]/studentid

Campus Library

T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2214E: [email protected]/library

Centre for Students with DisabilitiesGordon Willey building, Room B297Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.3123TTY: 905.721.3187E: [email protected]/csd

Diversity officeGordon Willey building, Room B205Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2856E: [email protected]/diversity

Financial Aid and Awards officeOshawa campus*Gordon Willey building, Room SW116Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Whitby campusRoom 103Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

T: 905.721.3036E: [email protected] [email protected]/financialaid

Food servicesGordon Willey building, Marketplace Cafeteria

Meal plan informationT:905.721.2000 ext. 2685 or ext. 3671

Meal plan payment informationT: 905.721.3020E: [email protected]

Hired Career ServicesOshawa campus*Gordon Willey building, Room B205Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.3034

Whitby campusRoom 103Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.3343

E: [email protected]/hiredcareerservices

International officeGordon Willey building, Room H132G*Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.2000 ext.2355E: [email protected]/international

IT Support DeskOshawa campusGordon Willey building, Room SW100(Learning Commons)Monday to Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Whitby campusComputer CommonsMonday to Thursday, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.(Hours of support are adjusted during thesummer period)

T: 905.721.3333 option 1E: [email protected]

Office of Campus Safety and SecurityT: 905.721.3211www.durhamcollege.ca/campussafety

Office of the RegistrarOshawa campus*Gordon Willey building, Room A160Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.3000E: [email protected]

Whitby campusRoom 103Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.T: 905.721.3300E: [email protected]

Parking Services officeGordon Willey building receptionMonday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2460E: [email protected]

Student Academic Learning ServicesGordon Willey building, Room SW201*Monday to Friday. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2491E: [email protected]/sals

Student Housing office

T: 905.728.8700 ext. 8017E: [email protected]/studenthousing

Student liaisons(Located at the Oshawa campus, GordonWilley building, unless otherwise noted.)

School of Business, IT & ManagementRoom C223T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2268

Culinary Skills; Hospitality Management Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism;Professional Golf Management; andSport ManagementRoom SW216T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2151

School of Health & Community ServicesRoom SW205T: 905.721.2000 ext. 3066

School of Interdisciplinary Studies &Employment ServicesRoom SW216T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2151

Dental Reception and Administration;Office Administration; and VeterinaryAssistantSimcoe building, Room 1266T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2501

School of Justice & Emergency Services

Room C240T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2432

School of Media, Art & DesignRoom C237T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2474

School of Science & EngineeringRoom H140A (Technology office)T: 905.721.2000 ext. 2383

School of Skilled Trades, Apprenticeship &Renewable TechnologyWhitby campusAdministrative office, Room 117T: 905.721.2000 ext. 4087

Student Life officeGordon Willey building, Room B205*

Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

First-generation student co-ordinatorT: 905.721.2000 ext. 3458E: [email protected]

First-year experience co-ordinatorT: 905.721.2000 ext. 2103E: [email protected]

Student development co-ordinatorT: 905.721.2000 ext. 2616E: [email protected]

www.durhamcollege.ca/studentlife

Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesT: 905.721.2000 ext. 2366

E: [email protected]

Your Student Association (Your SA)Student CentreT: 905.721.0457www.your-sa.ca

*Please note that this service area will be moving to the new Student Services building in January 2011.


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Congratulations to your students for successfully completing their first year at Durham College. We are

proud of their accomplishments to date and happy that they have returned to complete their studies with

us. We know that your guidance, sacrifices and support have been instrumental to your students success.

There is immense pride in knowing that someone you care about has worked hard and is one step closer

to achieving their career goals. As students move closer to graduation, they will have workplace-ready

learning opportunities, create new friendships, and can look forward to fulfilling careers.

Here at Durham College, the student experience comes first. For more than 40 years, we have provided

high-quality, market-focused programs, some of them unique in Ontario. We are committed to providing

students with an outstanding and well-rounded educational experience. Our diverse campus community

enhances students life experiences. There are numerous student clubs to match their interests, a

comprehensive range of recreation and fitness opportunities, and student services focused on learning,

finances, accessibility, diversity, career services and much, much more.

Of course we cant do it alone. Along with our commitment to your students success, your continued

support is critical in ensuring a smooth transition from the first-year experience to the upper years of

study at college. How do you continue to support your student? It may be as simple as assisting with the

development of effective study habits; providing a listening ear during the first few weeks as your student

shares details about the increasingly challenging academic program; or providing encouragement to

explore Durham College's many valuable student services and resources. The college's Hired Career

Services advisors provide many services to help students prepare for the workplace, including providing

advice on writing resums and conducting successful interviews.

This calendar is designed to provide you with some insight into the upper-year student experience. Each

month features a topic that the majority of students can relate to, tips on ways you can provide support

and important academic dates and deadlines.

The upper years of college are an exciting time and as parents and family members you are important

partners in your students education. Together we can ensure your students college education is enriching

and successful.

Margaret Greenley

Vice-president of Student Affairs

Durham College


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DURHAM COLLEGE OFFERS A WORK STUDY PROGRAMFOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS RETURNING TO SCHOOL INTHE FALL. DURING THE 2009-2010 ACADEMIC YEAR

DURHAM COLLEGE PROVIDED 94 STUDENTSEXPERIENCING FINANCIAL DIFFICULTIES WITH PART-TIME, ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESTHROUGH THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT'S ONTARIOWORK STUDY PROGRAM (OWSP).


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Preparing foranother yearIn the upper years of college, students advance throughtheir programs moving closer to graduation and thetransition to the working world.

As the school year approaches, students are moreconfident with what to expect academically and haveestablished a support network of friends, faculty and staff.However changes do happen and some of those networks

may need to be re-built throughout the year. Students willcontinue to gain independence, strengthen interpersonalrelationships, establish their individual identities and startcontemplating their next steps.

The weeks leading up to September are filled with avariety of emotions and students may find themselveswearing many different hats. They may be busy workingextra hours, saying goodbye to their family and friends,packing their belongings and/or finalizing child carearrangements and family schedules.

It is important to remember that the academic year iscyclical and students will encounter many of the samethings they experienced before, including courseselection and registration, exams, time constraints andfinancial strain. Although better prepared, they willcontinue to experience the pressures of being a student.Hopefully, your student will be engaged in the academicand personal growth opportunities offered at DurhamCollege. This is their future, enjoy watching them flourish.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Having mixed feelings about leaving home again

Looking forward to reconnecting with college friends

Reminiscing about their experiences in first year

Feeling guilty about the increased pressures thatreturning to school may have on their family

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Remembering the student experience is cyclical

Talking about the previous year and celebratingsuccesses

Becoming aware of important dates and offeringfriendly reminders

Offering more space for independence

These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program.

www.durhamcollege.ca

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n Registration for part-time Oshawa campus

students begins andwindow opens fortimetable changes

n Get Prepared for

September Live day.(Whitby campus only)

n Civic Holiday

statutory holiday

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE, once astudent is registered, all e-mailcorrespondence from the collegewill be sent to their MyCampuse-mail address. It is important that

students check this accountregularly for important updates.


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DURHAM COLLEGE WELCOMES OVER4,500 NEW STUDENTS AND 3,000RETURNING STUDENTS THIS FALL.


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Get involvedThe vibrant student leadership opportunities at DurhamCollege provide a seamless learning environment forstudents both inside and outside of the classroom.

Every year the Student Life office recruits studentleaders to help with the co-ordination andimplementation of Orientation Week events. Orientationleaders volunteer at various activities throughout theweek to help welcome new students and get themacquainted with the campus.

Choices are numerous, as there are more than 60student-run clubs, 12 varsity programs and numerousintramural and extramural programs on campus. Thereare also many opportunities to get involved that directlyrelate to a students program of study.

Durham College is proud to offer students a Co-curricular Recognition program developed to supportand recognize student participation and leadership inqualifying campus activities. The program allowsstudents to produce an official record of their campusinvolvement highlighting valuable transferable skills toaugment their resums and portfolios.

Extracurricular activities encourage students to: bettermanage their time; pursue new interests; and increase

awareness of global and community citizenship. As aresult, the student experience is well-balanced, leadingto greater successes.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Becoming more aware of the importance ofcommunity involvement and citizenship

Discovering they need to re-adjust their study habits

Exploring new interests

Feeling excited and overwhelmed

Joining a campus club or group and perhaps takingon a leadership role

Meeting new people

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Being mindful of demands on students time

Communicating trust and belief in their students

Encouraging participation in campus life and thepursuit of leadership roles

Remembering academics is only one facet of thestudent experience

Staying in touch and listening

Suggesting that students visit Student AcademicLearning Services to help identify effective use oftime

These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. * less $100 administration fee. 1Official Withdrawalforms must be completed by the student and submitted to the Office of the Registrar. 2Administration fee for international students will vary

www.durhamcollege.ca

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SEPTEMBER 2010

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n Labour Day

statutory holiday

(no classes)

n First day to apply for a

college peer tutor

n Classes begin for

most programs

n Interviews for potential

college peer tutors

begin n Part-time Job Fair n Shinerama Shine Day

n Last day for late

program registration

n Last day for fall

semester course or

program changes

n Student insurance planOpt-out deadline forSeptember-start students

n Last day forstudents towithdraw withfull tuition refund*1, 2

n Last day for refundeligibility of dropping topart-time

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE,the student experiencecomes first both inside andoutside of the classroom.


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DURING THE 2009-2010 ACADEMIC YEARDURHAM COLLEGES STUDENT ACADEMICLEARNING SERVICES MADE 579 PEERTUTOR MATCHES.


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Assignments, testsand available servicesThe academic year is in full swing and reality is beginningto set in as students prepare for mid-term tests andassignments. This is an opportunity for students to build onwhat they learned the previous year and to re-evaluate theirability to grasp course material and consider seekingacademic support. Students experiencing academicdifficulties and/or who would like to improve their currentgrades are encouraged to contact Student Academic

Learning Services (SALS) or their student liaison.SALS provides learning skills support, online tutorials andpeer tutors to help students achieve their academic goals.Study and writing skills workshops are scheduledthroughout the year and include a variety of topics, on timemanagement, test-taking skills, referencing and researchstrategies.

Students in their upper-years may still be overwhelmed orhomesick. While some students may be very comfortablewith their new living situations, others may be experiencingchanges in their relationships with their peers and/orroommates. Although it can be difficult knowing a studentis distressed, sometimes all that may be needed is toprovide a listening ear.

Students looking for a listening ear can find solace at theCampus Health Centre. The Campus Health Centre iscommitted to promoting student health and the delivery ofconfidential health care services including counselling andcomplementary health care services.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Applying, or thinking about applying for a collegepeer tutor

Having normal brief periods of stress and/or anxiety

Hesitant to reach out for support

Questioning their choice of program Settling into a routine

Doubting their academic abilities and strugglingwith balancing life with school

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Learning about the services available on campusand suggesting them when advice is solicited bystudents

Sending care packages full of nutritious foods andbasic necessities

Suggesting students seek help early if strugglingwith course material

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These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. 1Official Withdrawl forms must be completed by thestudent and submitted to the Office of the Registrar 2Administration fee for international students will vary. www.durhamcollege.ca

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n Thanksgiving Daystatutory holiday(no classes)

n Deadline forsubmission of adjusted

marks to clear INCgrades from summer2010

n Career and EducationFair

AT DURHAM COLLEGE,Student Academic Learning Services(previously known as the LearnerSupport Centre) assists students withdeveloping the skills they need toachieve their academic goals.

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n Last day for application forfall semester subjectexemption/credit

n Last day for withdrawalfrom a fall semestersubject with no academicrecord12

n Due date for secondinstalment of fall fees


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IN 2009, 170 STUDENTS WERE HONOURED FORTHEIR OUTSTANDING ACADEMICACHIEVEMENTS AT THE COLLEGES ANNUALFALL SCHOLARSHIP CEREMONY.THE EVENTPRESENTED IN-COURSE SCHOLARSHIPS,VALUED AT $117,500 TO DESERVING STUDENTS.


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Financial-aid andbudgetingNow is a great time for students to stop and conducta financial review. Students should have a goodsense of what their expenses are and how theystand financially. Periodic financial reviews helpstudents to anticipate possible shortfalls. This is agreat habit to get into!

The Durham College website is full of usefulinformation on financial planning. In the financial

info section students will find an online budgetcalculator to help organize their finances. The budgetcan be printed and kept for the students records.

Students working during the academic year shouldbe weary of working extra shifts during this timebecause they are heading into a period of increasedacademic work. Students are advised to keep theirworking hours to 12 hours per week.

If students have any doubt about whether they cancontinue to fund their education, encourage earlycontact with Durham College's Financial Aid andAwards office to investigate possibilities for OntarioStudent Assistance Program (OSAP), bursaries,

scholarships or on-campus employment.The Government of Ontario has allocated bursaryfunding for first-generation students through theAccess and Opportunities Strategy. This bursaryopportunity will provide direct support to studentswith financial need whose parents or grandparentsdid not attend a post-secondary institution.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Exploring options with the Financial Aid andAwards office

Working extra hours to fund their education

Worrying about their financial situations

FAMILY MEMBERS CANOFFER SUPPORT BY

Being honest about whether or not they canoffer financial assistance

Encouraging students to seek the advice of afinancial aid officer

Offering to assist with creating a financial plan

Suggesting students research opportunities forinternal and external bursaries and scholarships

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These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. www.durhamcollege.ca

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE,the Financial Aid and Awards office ison hand to help students create theright financial plan. They are dedicatedto helping students understand thevariety of options available to finance apost-secondary education.

n Last day to apply for a

college peer tutorn Scholarship Ceremony

n Last day to withdrawfrom a fall semestersubject with noacademic penalty

n Online registration for

second and third-yearstudents for wintersemester begins

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STUDENTS ARE ADVISED NOT TO MAKETRAVEL OR OTHER COMMITMENTSDURING THE EXAM PERIOD.


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Exploring optionsAs the semester comes to a close, most studentshave become used to the quick pace of college andare enjoying their college experience thus far.Others however, may be doubting their programchoice.

Students undergo a tremendous amount of changeduring their academic journey. As they get closer tothe end of their program they may realize theywould like to pursue a different career path orfurther their education. Changing programs or

deciding to continue on in their studies is verynormal. Try to be patient with your student as theyexplore different options. It is important to provideencouragement and reassurance that they are onthe right path, even if that path results in a changeof direction.

Students are encouraged to seek guidance andsupport from resources that will give them enoughinformation to make an informed decision. Studentliaisons can offer program options to explore,discuss details of programs and connect studentswith others who can share personal experiences.The career advisors in Hired Career Services areanother valuable resource that can assist studentswith information about various career options.

As family members, be supportive by listening andexploring students options with them. Allow yourstudents to problem-solve difficult situations andmake their own decisions.

Understandably by mid-December students areready to relax and have fun.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Experiencing added financial stress going intothe holiday season

Exploring different programs to find one that fits

and feeling overwhelmed with their options

Excited about plans for the break

Pulling all-nighters and feeling tired

Questioning their academic abilities or programchoice

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Encouraging students to explore their options

Giving students space and time

Reassuring students that it takes time to find the

right program

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These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. www.durhamcollege.ca

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n Last day of fallsemester formost programs

n Last day of classes formost programs

n Full-time students mayprocess timetable changesfor the winter semesterthrough MyCampus as of 4p.m.

n Grades are available toview electronically as of4 p.m.

AT DURHAM COLLEGE, students canchoose from 11 graduate certificateprograms in many different areas includingcommunicative disorders assistant, youthcorrections and interventions, mediation,addictions and mental health, and humanresources management.

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n Fall semester final examinations/evaluations

n College closed for the holiday season

n College closed


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THE CAMPUS LIBRARYS 73,000 SQUARE FEETPROVIDE ENOUGH ROOM TO HOUSE MORETHAN 160,000 VOLUMES.THE LIBRARYSROTUNDA INCLUDES A GROUND-FLOOR CAFAND A TWO-STOREY READING ROOM,COMPLETE WITH A FIREPLACE.


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Looking ahead/Plans for the futureDuring the break students may have had theopportunity to reflect on their academic and careerpathways and determine what activities and habitsthey will continue and what changes they will make.The new term provides a great opportunity toimplement new study and time managementstrategies.

It is also a good time for students to start thinkingabout the rest of the year, including updating theirresums in preparation for summer or full-timeemployment if they are in their final year.

It is important for students to maintain a healthy life,study and work balance. Although it may seem likeone more thing to do, maintaining a fitness routinecan be re-energizing. Durham College is committedto keeping students healthy in mind and body byoffering a variety of health and wellness services,from the state-of-the-art fitness centre, to doctors,nurses and other health practitioners at the CampusHealth Centre.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Experiencing another separation from family andfriends

Excited to start new classes and implement newhabits

Getting back into student routines

Starting to think about where to live next year

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OFFER SUPPORT BY Celebrating the start of the second semester

Encouraging students to learn from mistakesmade in the first semester

Helping students realize that the start of a newsemester is a great opportunity to start anew

Reminding students of available campus servicesto support personal and academic growth

Suggesting that students meet with their studentliaison, to discuss options and ensure that theyhave all of the necessary requirements forgraduating

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These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. 1Official Withdrawal forms must be completed by thestudent and submitted to the Office of the Registrar. 2Administration fee for international students will vary. 3Ancillary fees and school supply fees are not refundable. www.durhamcollege.ca

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n Registration forOshawa campus part-time students begins

n Classes begin formost programs

n Official gradedistribution for purpose ofacademic appeals

n Interviews for potentialcollege peer tutors begin

n Last day for lateprogram registration

n Last day for wintersemester course orprogram changes

n Date for missed exams

from fall semester

n Last day for refundeligibility ofdropping to part-time*

n Last day for full-timestudents, who startedtheir program in the fallor January, to withdrawwith a refund of wintertuition fees*123

n First day to apply for acollege peer tutor

n Campus closed

n Campus closed

AT DURHAM COLLEGE,students are able to find the support theyneed, when they need it! StartingJanuary 2011 students will be able toaccess an array of services in the newstate-of-the-art Student Services building.

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n Date for missed examsfrom fall semester

n Date for missed examsfrom fall semester


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IN 2009, 1,192 STUDENTS MET WITH A CAREER ADVISOR.APPOINTMENTS MAY BE MADE FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THEFOLLOWING: RESUMS, COVER LETTERS, INTERVIEWTECHNIQUES, MOCK INTERVIEWS, PORTFOLIODEVELOPMENT, CAREER ASSESSMENT AND JOB SEARCH.


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EmploymentStudents are encouraged to start searching forsummer jobs or full-time employment (ifgraduating) early in the year by exploring theiroptions with the help of the staff from Hired CareerServices. Staff can advise students on proper job

search techniques and career development skills tohelp them build a strong foundation for a successfulcareer.

Every February, Hired Career Services hosts a largejob fair featuring prominent local, provincial andnational organizations. These employers offer full-time, part-time, summer, contract and internshipopportunities. Hired Career Services also providesan exclusive online service where job leads areposted daily. Information on internships, volunteeropportunities and employer events can also befound on the Hired portal. Students are able to bookappointments online to meet with an advisor forpersonalized job search and career assistance.Services are free of charge for up to two years aftergraduation.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Experiencing financial burdens

Exploring internship possibilities

Feeling swamped with assignmentsand mid-terms

Thinking about summer and future employment

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Discussing financial plans and financialaid possibilities

Encouraging students to visit the on-campusJob Fair

Maintaining a healthy dialogue with students

Suggesting students visit Student AcademicLearning Services to help identify effectivestrategies for managing their time

Suggesting students visit Hired Career Servicesto update their resums and portfolios and applyfor jobs

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These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. 1Official Withdrawal forms must be completed by thestudent and submitted to the Office of the Registrar. 2Administration fee for international students will vary. www.durhamcollege.ca

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n Family Daystatutory holiday(no classes)

nSubmission of adjustedmarks deadline for fallsemester courses

n Last day for applicationfor winter semestersubject exemption/credit

n Last day for applicationfor semester subjectexemption/ credit

n Job Fair

n T2202As are availableonline via MyCampusas of 4 p.m.

n Due date for secondinstalment of winterfees

n Winter break for post-secondary students (no classes with exception of February-start students)

AT DURHAM COLLEGE, 82.8% ofgraduates find employment sixmonths after graduation.


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DURHAM COLLEGE OFFERS STUDENTS A VARIETYOF OPPORTUNITIES TO GET INVOLVED ONCAMPUS. LAST YEAR THE CO-CURRICULARRECOGNITION PROGRAM RECOGNIZED STUDENTINVOLVEMENT AND LEADERSHIP IN 155DIFFERENT STUDENT ACTIVITIES.


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Bringing it togetherCollege is a time for personal and academicgrowth; students may be reflecting and piecingtogether how they can transfer the skills they haveacquired to their future career paths.

Students should start to develop a personal orprofessional image. This involves identification oftheir skills and accomplishments and the creationof an introductory pitch that can be used innetworking situations and in interviews. Theyshould also audit their online profiles by Googling

themselves, checking their Facebook profiles andbuilding a professional online presence.

If your student is planning to graduate, they mustsubmit a request to graduate via the onlinegraduation application form on MyCampus bymid-March for June convocation or mid-August forOctober convocation. This application is requiredto prepare their certificate or diploma.

All programs have academic requirements such asa minimum cumulative GPA, minimum subjectgrades and/or restrictions on subject failures.Please ensure that your student is aware of thegraduation requirements for their program. If they

need assistance, please suggest they visit theirstudent liaison .

Students are also able to run a Graduation Audit toconfirm graduation eligibility. The online audit isavailable on MyCampus at Administrative Services Student Information Durham College StudentRecords Degree Evaluation.

Students should also update their co-curricularrecords to receive recognition for theirparticipation in on-campus activities.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Feeling more open-minded after being introducedto diverse communities and new cultures

Reflecting on their time in college

Building their personal brand and networking

Applying to graduate


Encouraging students to identify the transferableskills they have developed in college(communication, critical thinking, time managementand team work skills)

Suggesting students visit Hired Career Services towork on their interviewing skills

These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. 1Official Withdrawal forms must be completed by thestudent and submitted to the Office of the Registrar. www.durhamcollege.ca

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE,we believe that in orderto prepare people to leadfull lives, they must gaininsight from members ofall cultures, regardless ofethnic background,

gender, race, religion,sexual orientation orsocio-economic class.

nLast day to apply for acollege peer tutor


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THE STATE-OF-THE-ART CAMPUS RECREATION ANDWELLNESS CENTRE INCLUDES THE FLEX FITNESSCENTRE, FIVE GYMNASIUMS, A 200-METRE INDOOR

TRACK, TWO AEROBIC / DANCE STUDIOS AND THECAMPUS HEALTH CENTRE.THE CAMPUS HEALTHCENTRE PROVIDES CONFIDENTIAL MEDICAL ANDCOUNSELLING SERVICES, ALONG WITH A VARIETYOF COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH SERVICES.

LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTALDESIGN (LEED) GOLD-CERTIFIED, PHASE 1 OFTHE WHITBY CAMPUS EXPANSION IS NOWCOMPLETE AND INCLUDES AN INCUBATIONCENTRE, LIVING LAB ENVIRONMENTSINCLUDING SOLAR WATER HEATING, SOLARCELL SYSTEMS, WIND TURBINES, GEOTHERMALTECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS AND TROMBE WALLSOLAR THERMAL COLLECTIONS.PHASE 2, CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION,WILL INCREASE THE SHOP AREA ANDACCOMMODATE NEW PROGRAMS AND NEWSTUDENT STUDY AND SOCIAL SPACES.

THE THIRD PHASE OF THE EXPANSIONFOCUSED ON FOOD AND HOSPITALITY, WILLHOUSE CULINARY ARTS PROGRAMS; A FOODAND AGRICULTURAL GROWING COMPONENT;FOOD PROCESSING; AND AGRICULTURE ANDSCIENCE LABORATORIES.


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The home stretch!It may be hard to believe, but the semester andacademic year are coming to a close again! Thestakes are high as they reach the finish line. Studentsare busy completing their courses, assignments andwriting final exams. While some students are

finishing one more semester, others may be findingthemselves at the end of their academic journey.

When students receive their grades they are lookingto family members to be supportive regardless ofthe outcomes. This is a time when students needsupport, encouragement and to celebrate successes,especially if they are graduating.

At the completion of their program, students shouldhave acquired a better ability to: evaluateinformation, define and solve problems, ask betterquestions; work collaboratively, appreciate thediversity within society; communicate effectivelyand hopefully have a passion for life-long learning.

Students will also be more independent and have astronger sense of self.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Anxious about being successful

Feeling the demands of multiple activities whilepreparing for exams

Finding it difficult to focus with the nicer weatherarriving

Looking forward to the academic break andstarting a job or career

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Providing students with a quiet and comfortableplace to study if they are living at home

Remembering at the end of the year, studentsneed a break

Reminding students about the academic supportservices available on campus

Writing an encouraging message

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n Online registration forspring/summer coursesbegins

n Last day to apply tograduate (coursesending April)

n Winter semester examinations/evaluations

n Winter semester examinations/evaluations

n Good Fridaystatutory holiday(no classes)

n Deadline for graduatingstudents to update theirco-curricular record in

order to be consideredfor a StudentLeadership Award

n Grades are available toview electronically asof 4 p.m.

n Official gradedistribution for purposeof academic appeals

AT DURHAM COLLEGE,our Learning Commons providesstudents with access to more than200 workstations and a wirelesslearning area for when they arenot in the classroom. Students are ableto use their personal laptops on thecollege wireless network.


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DURHAM COLLEGE'S CENTRE FOR STUDENTS WITHDISABILITIES PROVIDES SERVICES TO HELP WITH ALL

TYPES OF DISABILITIES SO ALL STUDENTS CAN SUCCEED.


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Welcome homeStudents living away from home throughout theacademic year are independent and may have ahard time when family members question theirroutines. This can be awkward and may createconflicts. For students returning home after living

independently, it is important to discuss or clarifyexpectations, responsibilities and schedules.Keeping clear lines of communication can helpspeed up the adjustment period and ensure asmooth transition back home.

Some students will use the months ahead to securefull-time employment after graduation and otherswill take additional courses to either make up onesthey missed or to plan for a lighter course load in thefall. Not all courses are offered in the spring andsummer, so encourage students to discuss optionswith their student liaison. Remember, professors arerequired to cover full course objectives so summercourses are not abbreviated.

Students who are taking spring or summer classesfind life very different on campus. While the pacemay not be as hectic, spring and summer coursestend to be more intense. As a result, students haveto study every evening to keep up.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Adjusting to a changing support network

Missing their college friends and lifestyle

Reconnecting with family and old friends

Starting summer or full-time jobs

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OFFER SUPPORT BY

Celebrating accomplishments

Helping students reflect on the past year and setfuture goals

Making time to get reacquainted with students

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE,emphasis is given to building alearning environment that issupportive of student success in all itsfacets intellectually, emotionally,

socially and physically.

n Most springclasses begin

n Registration forOshawa campus part-time students beginsfor spring session

n Dates for missed examsfrom winter semester2011



n Victoria Daystatutory holiday(no classes)

n Last day for mostspring semester coursechanges

nSummer semester feesdue

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n Last day to submit aPLAR request for mostspring semester subjects

nLast day to withdrawfrom most springsemester subjects withno academic record12


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IN 2010, 2,666 STUDENTS GRADUATED WITHMARKET-READY SKILLS ANDQUALIFICATIONS FROM DURHAMCOLLEGES FULL-TIME POST-SECONDARYPROGRAMS AND THE COLLEGERECOGNIZED ITS 50,000TH GRADUATE.


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Graduation andConvocationGraduation marks the successful completion of aprogram of study, while convocation refers to thebeginning of the next stage of a students life.

Graduating students may be experiencing mixedfeelings about what the future brings, they may bevery excited about having completed their programand looking forward to the next stage, or they maybe experiencing some feelings of sadness aboutmoving on and no longer being a student.

Graduation can be an exciting and anxious time forstudents as they transition into the workforce.Several changes will be taking place during this timesuch as: adjusting to a regular work schedule; buyingwork attire; preparing meals to take to work; andadjusting to a professional work setting.

Graduating students need to remember that their

OSAP loans will go into repayment in six monthsand will need to make arrangements for arepayment plan with the National Student LoanService Centre.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Celebrating the completion of their program

Entering into a new period of transition

Making travel plans

Moving or re-locating

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Celebrating successes

Encouraging students to communicate and sharehow they are feeling

Supporting students decisions

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE, graduates areready for the job market and the resultsfrom the provincial governments annualKey Performance Indicators surveyagree! 93.8 per cent of employers weresatisfied with their hiring of a 2009Durham College graduate.

n Last day to withdrawfrom most springsemester subjects withno academic penalty1

n Last day of springsemester classes


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THE STATE-OF-THE-ART CAMPUS RECREATION ANDWELLNESS CENTRE INCLUDES THE FLEX FITNESSCENTRE, FIVE GYMNASIUMS, A 200-METRE INDOOR

TRACK, TWO AEROBIC/DANCE STUDIOS AND THECAMPUS HEALTH CENTRE.THE CAMPUS HEALTHCENTRE PROVIDES CONFIDENTIAL MEDICAL ANDCOUNSELLING SERVICES, ALONG WITH A VARIETYOF COMPLEMENTARY HEALTH SERVICES.


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Health and wellnessDuring the academic year students areencouraged to maintain a healthy lifestyle, stayactive and try to get enough sleep. The summer isno different. Being physically active reducesstress, produces energy and confidence.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is essential to beingsuccessful during the year. With the break fromschool routines, summer is a great time to startsomething new. Students may continue to use theCampus Recreation and Wellness Centre throughthe summer months. The Campus Ice Centre,Campus Tennis Centre and squash courts remainopen all summer.

Students returning to campus in the fall will beregistering for courses once again. There are manythings to consider at registration. The academiccalendar contains a program map providing aguideline for course selection.

While the academic calendar dictates requiredcourses, students often struggle when selectingelectives, which are courses they choose to take.Students should be aware of their school's policyon electives. It is tempting for family members tobe heavily involved with this process, but studentsshould choose electives independently so they willenjoy the courses, helping to balance thesemester. For help with selecting electives,students are encouraged to contact their studentliaison.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Adapting to new schedules and routines

Choosing courses for the upcoming year

Contemplating electives

Scheduling appointments with their studentliaison


Encouraging students to maintain active duringthe summer months

Helping students reflect on their previous yearand discussing possible changes

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE, there are avariety of options to help studentsmaintain a healthy lifestyle, from our state-of-the-art fitness centre, to the doctors,nurses and other health practitioners atthe Campus Health Centre.

n Summer semesterclasses begin

n Canada Daystatutory holiday(no classes)

n Last day for mostsummer semestercourses

n Last day towithdraw frommost summersemester courses witha partial refund and noacademic record1,2

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Maintaining balanceStudents have a lot to juggle! With thedemands of academics, work, family, and asocial life, it is important that they find a wayto balance competing needs. Timemanagement is essential, and having a

schedule can help students manage thosecompeting interests and demands.

As another year approaches, students will beexperiencing some familiar feelings as theyget prepared for the start of another year.

STUDENTS MAY BE

Feeling guilty about the increased pressures thatreturning to school may have on their family

Looking forward to reconnecting with collegefriends

Making arrangements for childcare or eldercare

Realizing that their last summer as a student iscoming to an end

FAMILY MEMBERS CAN

OFFER SUPPORT BY

Becoming aware of important dates and offeringfriendly reminders

Remembering the student experience is cyclical

Suggesting students take some time forthemselves

Talking about the previous year and makingplans for the upcoming year

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These dates represent the best information available at time of publication. Durham College reserves the right to make changes subject to amendments to existinglegislation, collective agreements or as required by the college. Dates may vary slightly from program to program. 1 Official Withdrawal forms must be completed by thestudent and submitted to the Office of the Registrar. www.durhamcollege.ca

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AT DURHAM COLLEGE,our professors come to uswith years of experienceworking in their fields,ensuring our programs andcourses provide the skills

employers demand.

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