Discover Year, here!

As the end of the school year approaches, we are seeing the impact of the pandemic on many young adults and their decision-making process once again.

We're hoping to show you how Discover Year can best serve you, the students, and others in similar situations during this “end of year crunch time”.

Students and their parents can book a call with me directly to learn more about Discover Year and how a Gap year can be beneficial.

Lastly, I wanted to let you know that we have (unofficially) extended our application deadline from June 1st to June 27th. There will be an announcement via email and changes made on our website in the coming weeks.

We understand these are difficult times for students in grade 12 and hope this extension comes as a relief if they consider applying to Discover Year.

Take care,

Julia Dostaler

Program Manager, Discover Year

info@discoveryear.ca | www.discoveryear.ca

Facebook: MentorU & Discover Year | Instagram: discoveryear

Click here to book a call with me.

To help guide your students as they look ahead to their post-secondary next steps, the Trent University recruitment team is now booking university visits with schools for fall 2021.

During our presentations, your students will learn more about our range of academic programs, scholarships, housing options, student life, and preparing for university.

This fall we will be offering two types of visits:

Daily Virtual Presentations

Discover all that Trent has to offer by booking one of our convenient virtual presentations. These presentations are offered daily at a variety of times, and will give your students the opportunity to meet with a recruiter and a current student to learn why Trent is Ontario's #1 undergraduate university.

In-Person Presentations

As Trent plans for a full return to in-person learning at both of our campuses for September, our recruitment team is planning for the return of in-person school visits this fall. We would love to visit your school to chat with students about all the advantages of studying at Trent.



Please connect with us to book the presentation of your choice – in-person visits can be converted to a virtual presentation should the need arise, or book both options!

Save the Date: Trent Virtual Guidance Event

Wednesday, October 27, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.



Bring your coffee and your questions. Our virtual guidance update features a look at both Trent campuses, an admissions update, info on 2022 new program offerings, and an opportunity to meet our staff, faculty, and current students.

Do you have questions? Contact us any time!

Guidance Hotline

705-748-1011, ext. 7222, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sasha Trivett, Manager, Student Recruitment

sashatrivett@trentu.ca, 705-748-1011 ext. 7584

Eliza Nicholson, Manager, Admissions

Course enrolment help sessions

Course enrolment is an important step in starting your studies at the University of Ottawa. We would therefore be delighted if you could join us for an online Zoom session on how to enrol.

Offered between May 17 and May 27, our course enrolment help sessions will let you to learn the best way to enrol in your courses, while giving you a chance to ask our representatives your questions in real time.

During the session, we’ll show you how to use the Enrol application in uoZone, after which you’ll have time to get used to it. Starting May 25, you can even enrol in courses with our mentors and other representatives there to help you.

Session types

There are six types of sessions: General, International, French Immersion, Quebec, Laurentian University and Faculty. See the registration form for an explanation of each. This will help you decide which to register for. We recommend that you only register for one since they all cover similar material.

Register now for a help session!

Important! To take part , you must have accepted your offer of admission at least three business days before the session.

If you registered for the General session, you will find a Zoom link on the course enrolment sessions webpage 24 hours before the session. If you registered for the faculty, international, French Immersion, Laurentian University or Quebec sessions, you will receive an email at least 24 hours before with the Zoom link.

What to bring

• Your offer of admission

• Your uoAccess ID and password (to enrol in uoZone)

• Any tentative course timetables you've prepared

• The course sequence(s) for your program

• Pen, paper and notes or information you have

• Your questions

We look forward to seeing you at one of our sessions!

Check out these upcoming free events in May for your students! Some are EducationUSA Canada webinars, while others are hosted by other U.S. university groups or the NCAA. There is also a virtual fair coming up where EducationUSA will have a booth!

May 13

9-10 am ET: Starting the College Search - Presented by the "Six Colleges" - Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona, Swarthmore, and Williams. REGISTER HERE.

3-5:45 pm ET: EducationUSA Canada Hockey Showcase - Presented by EducationUSA Canada adviser Jenika Heim, along with nine U.S. admissions officers and their hockey programs, this event is for hockey prospects. REGISTER HERE.

May 18

3-7:30 pm ET: Study Michigan - Fair-style event with presentations and booths by 30 high schools, colleges, and universities in Michigan. REGISTER HERE.

7:30-8:30 pm ET: The Seven Most Important Tips for Successful U.S. Admissions - Presented by EducationUSA Canada adviser Jenika Heim this event is best for Grade 11 students who already know some of the basics. REGISTER HERE.

May 20

3-9 pm ET: The Study and Go Abroad fair - Fair-style event where EducationUSA and 16 U.S. universities will have booths among many other international opportunities. REGISTER HERE.

5-6 pm ET: The Five Steps to U.S. Study - Presented by EducationUSA Canada adviser Jenika Heim, an introduction on how to apply to U.S. undergraduate programs. REGISTER HERE.

May 26

9-10 am ET: NCAA Eligibility Center updates webinar - Presented by the NCAA Eligibility Center with important updates for 2022. REGISTER HERE.

In Partnership with Loyalist and St. Lawrence colleges, Algonquin is offering a series of 3 Apprenticeship Planning Webinars for students, parents and educators. These webinars are designed to overview everything a high school student needs to know about the apprenticeship pathway. Each session will be led by Candace Carson, a School-to-Work transition specialist, who supports youth in navigating the period between high school and employment. As a result of her experience as an Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Coordinator and Pathways Consultant for one of Ontario's largest school boards, Candace is able to provide youth considering apprenticeship a clear and individualized learner pathway to employment.

There will be handouts to support the learning from each session. You are welcome to attend one, two or all 3 sessions!

Dates are listed below. Each session will run from 6:00pm-7:15pm. You can sign up for the webinars at this link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rpt-9-apprenticeship-planning-webinars-tickets-149142478167

Webinar #1: April 29th, 2021 - Session #1 Flyer

Overview of the apprenticeship program: what it is, where it leads, why you should consider this pathway

Intended Audience: students considering the skilled trades or those who've already started a skilled trades pathway

Webinar #2: May 20th, 2021 - Session #2 Flyer

Learn more about the OYAP program: how to get started, tips for success, the role of the Ministry, what it means to be an OYAP participant vs an OYAP registrant, how to access in-class training, and more

Intended Audience: OYAP students or students seriously considering OYAP

Webinar #3: June 3rd, 2021 - Session #3 Flyer

Apprenticeship pathway post high school: create your personalized exit plan

Intended Audience: OYAP students who are graduating high school and hope to continue on an apprenticeship pathway.

Students who have applied to Brock University, click the link below to view upcoming deadlines for great opportunities.

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We’re excited to be planning for a safe return to campus for Fall 2021, and our campus is intending to have the large majority of all our programs delivered face-to-face!

To help you and your students succeed moving forward, we have 5 messages we wanted to share:

1. APPLICATIONS WELCOME: Applications are open for all programs (except Veterinary Technology). We’ve got room for more students for Fall 2021! Apply today on www.ontariocolleges.ca

2. CONNECT WITH US DIRECTLY: You or your students can reach out to us directly at rcampus@uoguelph.ca to learn about our programs. We’re here to answer questions!

3. 1:1 RC CONNECT INFO SESSIONS: You or your students can connect 1:1 with us online for a short 30-minute chat to learn more about Ridgetown Campus. Register here: www.ridgetownc.com/future/openhouse_connect.cfm

4. VIEWBOOK 2021: We’ve attached a PDF copy of our 2021 Viewbook for you to share with anyone you think might want to learn more about Ridgetown Campus.

5. NEW CAMPUS WEBSITE: Visit www.ridgetownc.com

Post-secondary applications are rolling in for fall 2021, so keep you and your students on track and prepared for their journey to OCAD University, please see the upcoming events and deadlines below.

Undergraduate Late Applications

Have your students missed the February 1st deadline? Still interested in applying? Good news! Our programs are staying open on a rolling deadline. Students should try to apply as soon as possible before programs close. Review our Guide to Admissions and go step by step through our application process.

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How to Apply and Prepare Your Portfolio Online Information Sessions

Encourage students who are still looking to apply to join this online information session and get more tips and tricks on how to prepare their application and portfolio. They'll get more information about the admissions process, and they can ask detailed questions so they have the skills and confidence to be a strong applicant.

MORE DETAILS

Creative Sketchbook

Are your students looking for inspiration? Struggling with creative blocks or just looking for some tips on creating? They may be interested in OCAD University’s Creative Sketchbook! A 64-page workbook filled with creative prompts, projects, and suggestions that can be implemented with any material. This is a great way to get students to push their creative thinking and process, get out of their comfort zone, and just create! You can now order a set of 20 books for your students here.

ORDER NOW

Creative Careers Online Information Sessions

Careers in the creative industries are on the rise and are constantly searching for individuals with your skillsets. Encourage your students to to join this online information session and learn about where and art or design degree from OCAD U may lead you. Your students will get information about the Canadian creative sector and job market, what opportunities are available for art and design graduates, and how OCAD U can help them achieve their professional goals as a student and when they graduate.

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Meet a Student Online Information Sessions

Encourage your students to join current undergraduate OCAD U students for an informal group hang to talk about what day to day life is like at OCAD University. Our diverse group of current students representing different program areas will share their personal experiences, as well as walk you through a typical day on our campus.

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English for Art & Design (EAD)

Did you know about English for Art & Design at OCAD U? This pre-university language program is for applicants who have not met the language requirements. Students will work with experienced art and design instructors and ELL consultants to acquire academic language skills that are specific to art and design and develop familiarity with both Canadian and OCAD U-specific classroom culture. Students who successfully complete the appropriate English for Art & Design programs will fulfill the English requirements for admission.

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Your students are unique - each with their own passions, skills and goals for their postsecondary pathways, and beyond. At Trent, we have 100+ programs for students to choose from - many of which are still open for applications for fall 2021. In this program spotlight, we are sharing six Trent programs as dynamic as those university-bound students you support.

Please share these programs with your students and invite them to connect with our team for more information. We are standing by to help your students navigate their way to Trent - Ontario's #1 undergraduate university.

For students who like to solve puzzles:

Forensic Science

Students with a natural curiosity, an inquiring mind, and an interest in science, will gain access to the industry's best experts and leading facilities in Forensics at Trent. This fall, students will also get hands-on in our brand new, sector-leading Forensic Crime Scene Facility, right here on campus, as they develop sought-after analytical skills in simulated crime scene environments.

Criminology* *pending Ministry approval

Getting to the heart of justice, crime and punishment, students in this program work alongside faculty experts in Sociology, Gender & Social Justice, and Indigenous Studies to understand the influence of social inequality as a cause of crime. This hybrid-model program (completed online and in person) features a full-year work placement with community organizations and agencies.

For math and science superstars:

Financial Analytics

This one-of-a-kind degree prepares students for a successful career in business, finance, banking and investment. In this program, students analyze trends and implement real-world data models, building a dynamic combination of skills in multiple disciplines including mathematics, statistics, economics, business and computing.

Medical Professional Stream

For students interested in a career in medicine, this unique preparatory pathway is taken jointly with any Trent B.A. or B.Sc. degree. Students have access to a variety of supports to become a well-rounded med or vet school applicant who stands out from the crowd. Direct entry pathways to three esteemed medical schools also an option for MPS students to explore.

For future business leaders:

Communications

A Communications degree will open doors to careers across diverse industries. In this program, offered exclusively at our Durham GTA campus, students gain skills in critical thinking, presentation and writing. A final-year capstone project gives students the chance to apply their knowledge to make a difference in their community.

Logistics & Supply Chain Management*

Events of the past year have emphasized the need for business leaders who can utilize technological information systems, detect business niches and open up new markets. Through a fourth-year capstone and hands-on opportunities, this B.A. equips students to achieve their Certified Supply Chain Management designation.

Invite your students to discover these programs (and more) at Virtual Open House on Saturday

At Virtual Open House, this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (EST), future students can chat in real-time with professors and current students.

REGISTER NOW

Trent University

1-888-739-8885 | discovertrent@trentu.ca

University of Ottawa usually travels across Canada and to many other countries where our international students come from to help you discover the university. That said, due to current circumstances, they are not able to meet you in person, on-campus and around the world, for an undetermined period. They want to stay connected with you therefore they are offering some of their events online.

https://www.uottawa.ca/undergraduate-admissions/admission-events

Saint Paul University is currently accepting applications for Fall 2021. Students may apply on ouac.ca or our website at ustpaul.ca.

As September is approaching, thinking about the next step after high school can be stressful. The liaison team at SPU is here to help with this important decision! They remain available to meet with students and their parents to answer any questions they may have. They have prepared they following informational letters for grade 12 students and parents.

Letter to the students Letter to the parents

Our professors have prepared some workshops to be integrated with grade 11 and grade 12 classes. Click on the button below to find the full list!

Show me the workshops!

Shape Your Future with SPU

Shh! It's still a secret but we will be offering some online activities during the first week of March ( March 1 to 5). Stay tuned for more details.

If you have any questions, please contact:

The Liaison Team, Saint Paul University recrutement-recruitment@ustpaul.ca

New Guidance Resources

We are excited to share several new resources developed just for educators, including:

Course Planning Guide

Our Ontario high school course planning guide is designed for students to help plan their pathway to the University of Windsor. It lists Ontario grade 12 courses that are required for admission for each program, along with the high school courses from grades 9-12 students may need to meet our admission requirements. Download a copy of the guide today at www.uwindsor.ca/guidance

Grade 10 & 11 Presentation Recordings

We have recorded our grade 10 career planning and grade 11 “Why UWindsor?” presentation for students to view on their own, or for teachers to show during their classes.

Our grade 10 career planning presentation can be viewed here

Our grade 11 “Why UWindsor?” presentation can be viewed here

Go2Webinar Guidance Video Channel

We have created a separate Go2Webinar channel just for you! This channel provides a collection of resources for secondary school educators and guidance counsellors, including copies of our Live with UWindsor: Guidance Edition updates, grade 10, 11, and 12 presentations, and OUAC application tutorials. Bookmark this link today! https://www.gotostage.com/channel/uwindsorguidance

We also have a separate channel for students that can be accessed at https://www.gotostage.com/channel/uwindsorrecruitment

Lancer Leadership Conference

The Student Success & Leadership Centre will be hosting its annual Lancer Leadership Conference virtually March 8th through 13th. We have an excellent keynote speaker lined up, and a great roster of workshops delivered by staff and students. Please let your colleagues who teach leadership classes know of this fantastic opportunity! More information about the conference can be found at https://www.uwindsor.ca/success/lancerslead

Admissions Update

Applications for most programs are still open! Please remind your students that the OUAC deadline is not necessarily absolute, and to contact a Student Recruitment Officer should they have any questions about applying to a specific program.

As a reminder, we have found discrepancies with course submission for several schools. Specifically, we have found that the “planned to take” courses may not be showing at OUAC or on the students’ application. As a result, we may not know if students are taking six 4U/M courses, and we may not be able to make an admission decision. Please ensure that all information needed to facilitate an admission decision is sent to OUAC. Please contact us at studentrecruitment@uwindsor.ca if you have any questions.

Student Accessibility Services

Student Accessibility Services at the University of Windsor provides a variety of supports and services to students who have documented disabilities. We have advisors available to help set students up for success. They are available to meet and respond to any questions from counsellors or students with disabilities regarding academic accommodations and transition support to the university this fall. Students can email sas@uwindsor.ca or visit www.uwindsor.ca/studentaccessibility.

The Bill Eansor Award - $10,000 Scholarship!

The University of Windsor is proud to award over $11 million in scholarships each year. We encourage you to share this opportunity with your students. The Bill Eansor Award is named in memory of the late A.W. "Bill" Eansor '49, who had an outstanding record of leadership at the University of Windsor and who was active in the Alumni Association. This award is presented on the basis of leadership ability, community and school involvement, and academic standing.

One award of $10,000 ($2,500 x 4 years) will be made each year to an undergraduate student entering the University of Windsor in first year. This award is not tenable with other major awards. Students must first be accepted for admission to the University, be registered as a full-time student (four courses per semester towards an undergraduate degree) and maintain a minimum average of 80 percent. Contact alumni@uwindsor.ca for information about how to apply.

Students can find more information on our webpage https://www.uwindsor.ca/alumni/347/student-awards

Residence Update

UWindsor Residence will be guaranteeing all first-year students, who apply by the deadline, a single room this year. The deadline to apply to residence is June 1, 2021. For more information and how to apply, visit https://www.uwindsor.ca/residence/

Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences FAHSS App

If you have any studies interested in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, let them know about the UWin FAHSS app! The UWin FAHSS App brings campus to your fingertips and enables you to connect with the UWindsor FAHSS community. Stay on top of your events, services and volunteer opportunities. Get notified about important dates and deadline announcements. Make friends, ask questions, and access campus resources at any time! The UWin FAHSS App is your one-stop-shop of all things related to FAHSS. Students can download the app at http://uwindsor-fahss.campusapp.com/

Upcoming Events

Live with UWindsor: Guidance Edition

• Join us for the third in a series of 4 live online sessions designed to keep you up to speed with all things UWindsor as we make our way through the Admissions cycle.

• Date & Time: Wednesday, April 7 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm

• Link to register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3009097655089991439

• Recordings of previous sessions can be accessed at the Go2Webinar guidance channel: https://www.gotostage.com/channel/uwindsorguidance

Spring Open House

• Future UWindsor students and their entourage can attend live webinars, and find out about programs, awards, financial aid, student support, and academic advising. Meet fellow students and student recruiters virtually. No travel needed, you can participate from wherever you are.

• Date & Time: Saturday, March 6 from 11:00am to 3:00pm

• Link to register: https://future.uwindsor.ca/open-house

Odette School of Business Information Night

• This is an excellent opportunity for parents, students, teachers and guidance counsellors to learn about our programs, available research and experiential opportunities, program requirements, and more!

• Date & Time: Thursday, March 11 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm

• Link to Register: http://attend.com/Odette2021

Engagement Opportunities (March & April Break)

• The faculties of Nursing, Science, Kinesiology, Business, FAHSS and Engineering will be offering engagement opportunities and shadow days for prospective students the week of March 15-19 and April 12-16. They will have the opportunity to sit in on lectures, meet current students, participate in interactive activities, and more!

• Details will be posted shortly on www.uwindsor.ca/connect