July 20, 2023

Summer Series at the Student Success Centre

The Student Success Centre's summer series begins on August 3, 2023. If you are looking to brush up on your academic skills or learn more about our programs, consider attending some of our sessions.
Summer campus

Academic Success Strategies for First-Year Students

Join us at this online session to learn how the SSC can help you work towards your goals as a UCalgary student. You'll leave with a deeper understanding of SSC services and some tips to help you get a successful start to your semester.

Register for the session on Aug. 10 from 5-6 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 18 from 12-1 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 22 from 2-3 p.m.

Planning Your Semester: Time Management Tips for Incoming Students

In this online workshop, you'll learn how to use big-picture planning, weekly scheduling, and daily programming to keep track of your commitments and maximize your time.

Register for the session on Aug. 8 from 5-6 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 17 from 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 23 from 2-3 p.m.

Aspire Information Session

Aspire is a new community designed to help students learn about scholarships and prepare themselves for applications to graduate or professional school. Join us at this online session to learn how Aspire can help you achieve your goals for your time at UCalgary and after graduation!

Register for the session on Aug. 3 from 5-6 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 16 from 2-3 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 24 from 12-1 p.m.

First-in-Family Welcoming Session

  • Are you the first in your family to pursue post-secondary education in Canada?
  • Are you feeling not only excited but also overwhelmed as you navigate university life?
  • Do you want to connect with peers who share similar experiences?

If yes, we would like to invite you to our First-in-Family Welcoming Session. In this session, we celebrate your unique identity as trailblazers, introduce valuable resources on campus, and connect you with fellow students.

Register for the session on Aug. 17 from 5-6:30 p.m.

Transitioning to First Year

Join Heather from the Student Success Centre for a small group session with other first year students to ask questions related to learning in first year, including how to study for classes, creating a time management plan or topics related to your learning that you wish to inquire about.

Register for the session on Aug. 25 from 1-2 p.m.

Register for the session on Sept. 1 from 12-1 p.m.

Transitioning to First Year as an International Student

Join Jennifer from the Student Success Centre for a small group session with other first year international students to ask questions related to learning in first year, including how to study for classes, creating a time management plan or topics related to your learning that you wish to inquire about.

Register for the session on Aug. 25 from 10-11 a.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 31 from 10-11 a.m.

Level Up Your Learning: Academic Success Strategies Digital Badge

Join us to elevate your academic success strategies in this two-hour, interactive workshop. At the end of the session, you will meet the qualifications for the Level Up Your Learning: Academic Success Strategies digital badge.

Register for the session on Aug. 11 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 15 from 3-5 p.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 24 from 8-10 a.m.

Register for the session on Aug. 30 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Neurodiversity Student Panel

Are you a first-year student who identifies as Neurodivergent? If so, this information session is for you! Please join us to get feedback from other Neurodivergent students who will share what helped them through their first year.

Register for the Neurodiversity Student Panel on Aug. 25 from 12-1 p.m.