Student Orientation

F.Y.I. Boot camp, September 7/8, 2012

Are you worried about the challenges you'll face at University?  Do you have the necessary skills to do well academically?   Do you want to learn valuable success strategies?

Your first time at university can be challenging, confusing, rewarding, and exciting all at the same time. Take control of your university experience by enrolling in Student Services' 2 day F.Y.I. Boot camp to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge you need to succeed at SMU! 

F.Y.I. Boot camp is designed to help you meet new friends, become familiar with campus, and master academic life. You will have an opportunity to learn important skills, meet people who will offer guidance and support, and have all your questions answered!

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What You Will Learn in F.Y.I.:

  • Managing the transition from High School to University
  • Developing effective study habits and skills                                                                                                                                         related to Note taking,  Exam preparation, Test Taking, and more!
  • Time management and stress management for busy University life
  • Becoming an Active Learner
  • Strategies for personal success
  • How to manage your finances
  • Ways to get involved on campus
  • Campus resources, including who to turn to for help

Along with meeting lots of other new students, you'll also be provided with lunch and refreshments both days, as well as incredible give-aways and draw prizes!

What Students Who Participated in F.Y.I. Say:

"F.Y.I. is a great way to meet new people who are going through the same thing that you are."
- Jessie (Science)

"I wondered what it would all be about but it was really fun. I met my new best friend and learned a lot along the way. F.Y.I. opened my eyes to University and all it had to offer."
- Ahmed (Arts)

"F.Y.I. is a great support system to have during the first year of university. Not only did I learn a lot from the program, I also made some great life-long friends."
- Caitlin (Business)

 

Enrollment is limited so register early! If you have any questions regarding F.Y.I., feel free to contact me!

Bobbi Beuree

The Counselling Centre, room 417B

902.496.8797

success@smu.ca

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       Registration Information

Click Here to register online for F.Y.I. Boot Camp

Send cheque or money order for $100* to:

Student Success Coordinator
Student Services, Saint Mary's University
4th Floor Student Centre
923 Robie Street
Halifax, NS, Canada, B3H 3C3

902.496.8797

Please make payable to Saint Mary's University

                                                                                    

Please note:  Once payment has been received to participate in FYI, we are unable to provide refunds as all funds collected are put directly back into the program.  

*If you register for both the FYI Boot camp and Summer Writing Program (offered through The Writing Centre), you will receive a 20% discount on both programs!


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