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Resources For New Students

New To SMU, students

Pre-Arrival, New To SMU

All programs

New student checklist

New To SMU

Transition to university

Campus map

Counselling

Your Advisors

B.A. Program Advisors

B.Sc. & Engineering Program Advisors

B.Comm. Program Advisors

Academic Calendar

Declaring your major

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Registration Resources

First-year course requirements

How to register for courses

Registration FAQs

Important dates

What is Banner and how do I use it?

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Financial Resources

Tuition, payments and advice

The Food Room (food bank)

Financial Literacy Workshop

How to budget video

Scholarships, awards and loans

International Students

International

Services for International Students

International Student Centre

Tips for Success

Pre-departure videos

English-language instruction

Citizens & Immigration Canada

Students in Atrium

Academics & Learning

Patrick Power Library

Writing Centre

Things professors expect you know

Effective and critical reading

Math help for Business

Math help for Math and Science

Services for Students with Disabilities

Campus Bookstore E-Texts

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Computer Support

IT Help Desk (ITSS)

Computer accounts and passwords

Getting connected to WiFi

Email and calendar

Food, fruits, vegetables

Residence & Food

Living in residence

Meal plan options

Places to eat on campus

Special dietary considerations

Campus maps

Students get involved

Getting Involved

Team Spirit - Varsity Games

Saint Mary's Students Association (SMUSA)

Student Societies

Healthy Minds Volunteers

Chaplaincy

Enactus Volunteer

Women's Centre

Mentor, student, counselling

Student Mentors

African Descent Student Ambassador

Indigenous Student Advisor

SMARTS Peer Mentoring (Arts)

Declaration of Respect

Physical and mental health

Physical & Mental Health

Student Health Centre

Meet with a Counsellor

Peer Support

Healthy Minds Student Volunteers

Stress Management [PDF]

Mindfulness [PDF]

More handouts

Volleyball

Recreation & Athletics

Intramural Sports

Club Sports & Team Activities

Join the Gym

Ice Skating on Campus

Varsity Sports

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Career & Employment

Academic and Career Planning (Success Maps)

Career Services

Sobey Career Services

Career 360

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Safe & Secure Campus

Campus Security: 902-420-5000

Other Emergency Numbers

Safe Campus Services

Safe At SMU Videos

Parking lot

Parking, Lockers, Transit

Parking

Campus Parking Map

Locker Rentals

Bus Passes

Halifax Transit Information for Students

Halifax Harbour

Explore Halifax

Welcome to the Neighbourhood

Halifax Regional Municipality

Destination Halifax