Programs and Faculties
Faculty with no Undergrad Program (Major)
What is the Faculty of Education
You cannot request a roommate for this style
What is Single dormitory
Name at least 2 nuances about the SU Health and Dental Benefit Plan
- Is automatic opt-in
- Per term basis
- Can combine with your insurance
- Can opt out with valid proof of insurance
The major competition across residences & LOCUS that happens towards the end of first year. (Mention both the name for Waterloo and Brantford)
What is:
Hawk Weekend - Waterloo
Golden Hawk Challenge - Brantford
Name 3 of the Online Programs we have
Criminology and Policing, Multidisciplinary Studies, Paramedicine, Policing, Public Safety
A program that you can apply to after your second year that requires an audition and interview
What is Music Therapy
There are how many residence style options listed on the residence application
7
Where do Tours run out of for each Campus?
Waterloo - WC (194 Albert Street)
Brantford - RAC (Typically Carnegie)
Milton - Milton Academic Centre Student Lobby
Where do International Students from Brantford and Waterloo get to explore this year as a trip for Orientation?
What is Niagara Falls? Trip is all day!
Define Group A and Group B
Group A - Full-Time Ontario High School Students completing OSSD
Group B - Those who don't fall under Group A, they create their own OUAC accounts (ie. International Students)
Bachelor of Arts program that is within the Faculty of Science (name at least 4)
What is :
Biology, Computer Science, Environmental Studies, Geography, Mathematics, Psychology
Define the Dining Club Membership
A membership outside of meal plans using Convenience Dollars (similar to flex dollars) with special perks and different tiers
What is Enactus Sapphire Program
Helping neurodivergent students to successfully transition to employment
Vinny has a major MA103 exam coming up. They are super scared about how it is going to impact their balance as a student. They also have been really struggling with understanding concepts in BU111 and it has been a very frustrating process. Name two resources that Vinny can use that are available for these first year classes.
What is the Math & Stats Lab and SI sessions
When does Laurier look at applications
They are assessed on a rolling basis, when new information is received, the application is looked at once more
I wish to pursue one of the concentrations in my Business Administration degree, are there any considerations that I need to do if I am applying into co-op?
Certain concentrations are only available through sequence one in co-op with BBA
What is the Links program
Creates more opportunities for first year students off campus to get connected through niche topics or communities
What is the price of the most common parking permits for students on each of the campuses for 8 months (Guess within a +/- $50 range)
HINT: Waterloo & Brantford are the same cost
Waterloo White Permit - $474.44
Brantford White Permit - $474.44
Milton - Complimentary!
Nearing the end of first year, two best friends, Marty & Leo, are looking to find a place to room together. They have never done this on their own before and don't know where to start. Additionally, they are not sure what rights they have as they want to have their dog Grizzly in the building too.
Name the resource that Laurier provides that can add clarity to this situation.
What is Off-Campus Housing
Nathaniel is struggling with personal issues and it has dragged down his grades for his average, he also has a lot of extracurricular experiences from before this incident, what can Nathaniel use in this situation in the admissions process?
What is the Applicant Background Summary and Extenuating Circumstances Form
Divide the different faculties by # of co-op terms, include double degrees as their own categories (both Laurier and UW)
- Arts & Business Co-op = 3 Co-op Terms
- Science Co-op = 2 Co-op Terms (excluding some programs)
- Laurier Double Degree = 3/4 Co-op Terms
- Waterloo Double Degree = 4/5 Co-op Terms from Waterloo Side Co-op, 3/4 Co-op Terms from Laurier Side Co-op
Can you name 3 Links programs and 3 Residence Learning Communities on the Waterloo Campus
Links: Gaming, Arts & Literature, STEM, Business / Economics, Sports Entertainment & Recreation, Social Sciences
RLCs: Business & Economics, Communications, Computer Science, Faculty of Music, Faculty of Science, Film and Media, Healthcare, History Teaching, Recreation & Wellness
Fiona is in the middle of midterm season, she is really struggling to keep up after injuring her dominant arm in volleyball, she can't take notes and is stressed about how she is going to write her exams in this condition. What resources can Fiona reach out to for immediate support? Name at least 2 options and how she can use them.
- Dean of Students Office
- Accessible Learning Centre
- The Wellness Centre
At the end of your first year, if you are interested in the co-op program, what does an application require to be able to get in?
Additionally, explain how the Co-op & Career Centre will prep you for applying to co-op programs.
ONLY NEW HIRES CAN ANSWER THIS QUESTION
Part 1: Past 3 Years of Grades, Work & Volunteer Experience, and an Interview start of second year all weighted equally
Part 2: Co-op Fundamentals course, make you select a mock job description and do a mock resume, cover letter, and interview for this role
Who can I reach out to if I get a really specific Admissions Question on a tour?
CSR Projects Facilitator & your Senior, they will be in a chat with Admissions so that they can answer those questions