Orientation for Students with Family Responsibilities

Date: Friday, September 22, 2023
Time: 10:00 am– 12:00 pm
Location: The Zoom link will be shared with you via email prior to the session start time.

The Family Care Office invites incoming and current students with family responsibilities to Orientation 2023!

Being a student while caring for family members can be a uniquely challenging and rewarding experience. Whether you are juggling being a student while also being a parent and/or caring for parents, siblings, or other loved ones, the Family Care Office (FCO) is here to support you. The Family Care Office Orientation for Students with Family Responsibilities offers helpful suggestions for navigating academic studies while also balancing family life and connects you to university supports and resources.


Agenda

10:00 – 10:15 Opening Remarks & FCO Overview

10:15 – 10:40 Peer Mentor Program & Supports for Students

10:40 – 11:10 Students with Family Responsibilities Panel

11:10 – 11:15 Break 

11:15 – 11:45 Breakout Rooms 

11:45 – 11:55 Academic Success Centre

11:55 – 12:00 Closing Remarks


Also, the Family Care Office is hosting Student Family Socials on each of the three campuses in September.  Check out our event listing for additional details.

Registration required. Both incoming and returning students are encouraged to attend the FCO Orientation.

If you have any access needs to ensure your full participation in this event, please contact the Family Care Office by Thursday, September 14.