FAMILY ORIENTATION
2012
Wednesday, June 20th
6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Information and Q & A
7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Guided Tour
Agenda
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Overview of Presentation & Handouts
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Student Service Centre
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Student Support Services
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Student Aid, Awards, Scholarships & Bursaries
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Freedom of Information and Protection Act (FIPPA)
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Things to do before program starts
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Student Life
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Website 101
Student Service Centre
The Student Service Centre serves as the Information
Centre and the first point of contact for all students and
visitors to the campus. The Centre offers a variety of
services in one convenient location including:
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General information
Application to full-time and part-time programs
Financial aid and awards
Program and course information
Tuition and fee payments
Photo ID cards
Location: P104
Phone: 632-2327 or visit the SSC webpage at:
www.rrc.mb.ca/studentservices.ca
Student Support Services
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Academic Advising
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Diversity & Immigrant Student Support
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Aboriginal Student Support Centre
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Counselling & Accessibility Services
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Academic Success Centre (ASC)
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
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Employment Services
Academic Advising
Academic advisors will provide information on
College programs, entrance requirements, the
resolution of academic problems, and academic
appeals.
Location: P104
Phone: 632-2327
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Email: advisor@rrc.mb.ca
Diversity & Immigrant Student Support
The department offers services and supports programs to
help immigrant & international students be successful in
their transition to the College and their integration into the
Canadian labour force. Services include:
✖ College preparation and orientation program
✖ Advising and student integration services
✖ The Student Life and Mentor Program
✖ The Center for Immigrant & International Students (NDC)
✖ Intercultural skills - workshop series
✖ LGBTT initiative
Location: Massey Building (103-294 William Avenue)
Lauren Konrad, Student Integration Coordinator
lkonrad@rrc.ca
Aboriginal Student Support Centre
The Centre assists Aboriginal students in their adjustment
to College life and promote respectful cultural awareness
for all students & staff. Services offered include:
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Cultural speakers and presentations
Professional development workshops
Computer lab and kitchen facilities (NDC)
Housing and bursary application assistance
Access to traditional teachers
Cheyenne Chartrand
Location: P210-J
Phone: 949-8506
Counselling & Accessibility Services
Counsellors are available to assist students in
working through academic, personal, financial, and
career issues. If you are a student with a disability
we will assist you in setting up educational support
services.
Location: P210
Phone: 949-8375
To fill out an online intake form, please go to
www.rrc.mb.ca/EDCintake
Academic Success Centre (ASC)
The Academic Success Centre at Red River College
offers a variety of free services to help students study new
material, prepare for tests, and get assignments done
correctly and on time.
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Tutoring and study groups
Study skills workshops
Online study supports
Individualized tutoring for students with disabilities
EAL/ESL writing tutors
Student success events
Location: P210
Phone: 949-8375
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL is a process that involves the identification,
documentation, assessment and recognition of formal study
and non-formal learning gained through work and life
experience.
Location: Notre Dame Campus
Room D105
RPL Advisor: Lauren Waples
Phone: 632-3094
www.rrc.mb.ca/rpl
Employment Services
Employment Services provides a full range of
employment services and supports for students and
recent graduates including:
✖ Job search strategies
✖ Resume and cover letter writing
✖ Interview preparation
✖ Employment application forms
✖ Informational interviews
✖ Provide current labour market information
Location: P206
Phone: 949-8368
jobcentre@rrc.mb.ca
Student Aid, Awards, Scholarships & Bursaries
Want to apply for a student
award, or have questions
about financial aid? We can
help!
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www.rrc.ca/awards
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www.rrc.ca/aboriginal
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For students of aboriginal
ancestry
www.studentawards.com
Freedom of Information and Protection Act
Under FIPPA confidential student information will only be
provided to the student unless the College receives written
consent.
FAQ:
www.rrc.mb.ca/files/File/admissions/ConsenttoReleaseStudentInfo.pdf
Where can you find out more about FIPPA?
✖ For additional information, visit the Government of MB
website:
www.gov.mb.ca/chc/fippa/index.html
Things To Do Before Program Starts
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Access WebAdvisor account
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Pay tuition
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Access RRC email account
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Health & Dental Plan – opt out?
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Get your RRC ID card
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Purchase textbooks & supplies
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Secure locker if required
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Look into parking options
Student Life
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Athletic and Recreation Services
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First Day/Week – what to expect
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Student Association Events & Activities
Athletics and Recreation Services
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Free Access to the Exchange Fitness Centre
Professional Fitness Services
Fitness Classes
Rebels Athletics
Intramural Sports
Location: Exchange Fitness Centre Room A107
Fitness Service Desk - Phone: 949-8499
Hours of Operation: Monday to Sunday
6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
First Day/ First Week – What to Expect
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Orientation Day – receive timetables and program
handbooks with important dates and RRC policies
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Hit the ground running – most programs will start classes
on the first day
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Expect homework to be assigned in the first week – likely 2
to 3 hours per evening
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Classes run Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Students’ Association
Services:
✖ Health & Dental plan
✖ Club activities
✖ The Projector
✖ Career Fair
✖ Grade appeal assistance
✖ Pizza Wednesday
✖ The OX and Mercantile
✖ Scholarships
✖ Student Food Bank
Stress release activities:
✖ Keggers
✖ Disorientation &
Meltdown week events
✖ Trips
✖ Xbox, pool tables,
satellite TV
✖ Movie Tuesday in the
Cave P110 (NDC)
Location: P110
www.rrcsa.ca
Website 101
http://rrc.mb.ca
Questions