Name: Start Right Orientation
Start: 2017-08-29T09:00:00-04:00
End: 2017-08-29T15:30:00-04:00
Location: Concordia University, Sir George Williams Campus

Start Right Orientation

Concordia University - Student Success Centre

<P>Start Right is a full-day session designed to set you up with a range of tools including strategies for taking good notes, reading to remember, improving your academic writing and effective study habits. </P>
<P>Start Right is also a chance to interact with the <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/students/success/mentoring.html" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Welcome Crew Mentors</A> and Student Success Centre staff to discover how they can assist and support you throughout your university studies.  Plus, there will be time to network with your fellow students during the catered lunch. </P>
<H4>Undergraduate students from all faculties are welcome. Registration for Start Right is required. </H4>
<P><I>Start Right is located in room H-110 </I><I>in the <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Henry F. Hall Building</A>.</I></P>
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<H4><SPAN CLASS="xlarge-text">SIGN-IN & WELCOME – 9 a.m.</SPAN></H4>
<P><A TARGET="_blank" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><SPAN CLASS="large-text"></SPAN></A><A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hall Building<BR></A>Pick up your Start Right package, say hi to other new students and maybe even win a few prizes!</P>
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<H4>MAIN SESSIONS Part 1 – 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.</H4>
<P><A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><SPAN CLASS="large-text">Hall Building</SPAN></A></P>
<P>9:30 │ Managing Your University Studies, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-110</A></P>
<P>Starting university can be quite different from CEGEP or high school: professors are more demanding, classes are harder and the workload is more intense. Managing your studies is an essential skill to become a successful student. Learn strategies to plan your time efficiently, get tips on how to have a successful first semester, and much more!</P>
<P>10:45 │ Comfort break</P>
<P>11:00 │ Listening and Note Taking, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-110</A></P>
<P>Learning from lectures involves more than just sitting in a class: it starts before your classes and continues throughout your academic journey. Learn strategies to improve your active listening and note-taking skills, hear from specialists on how to make the most of your lectures.</P>
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<H4><SPAN CLASS="xlarge-text"><I>ASK A MENTOR!</I> LUNCH – 12:15 to 1:15 p.m.</SPAN></H4>
<P><A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><SPAN CLASS="large-text">Hall Building</SPAN></A></P>
<P><STRONG>Concordia FAQs</STRONG>, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-407</A><BR>Drop by and ask any questions about registration, advising, financial aid, students fees, etc.</P>
<P><STRONG>Intro to Montreal</STRONG>, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-415</A><BR>Get to know the city outside of campus and learn about fun things to do in Montreal during the Fall.</P>
<P><STRONG>How to Get Involved and Network on Campus</STRONG>, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-423</A><BR>Learn about strategies to make connections and network with professors, students and potential employers while studying at Concordia.</P>
<P><STRONG>Apps to Make University Life Easier</STRONG>, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-439</A><BR>With the right apps, your smartphone could help you stay on track for a successful university year.<BR>Come find out which ones!</P>
<P><STRONG>Living on a Student Budget</STRONG>, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-403</A><BR>Learn which resources on campus can help you with your budget and where to find bargains around<BR>campus.</P>
<P><STRONG>Finding a Student Job</STRONG>, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-411</A><BR>Are you thinking of getting a job? Come find out about the ways Concordia can help you<BR>find a job either on or off campus during your studies.</P>
<P><STRONG>Tips on Learning French and Improving Your English</STRONG>, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-401</A><BR>Learn about the French- and English-language support available to you both on and off campus.</P>
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<H4><SPAN CLASS="xlarge-text">MAIN SESSIONS PART 2  – 1:15 to 2:30 p.m.</SPAN></H4>
<P><A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><SPAN CLASS="large-text">Hall Building</SPAN></A></P>
<P>1:15 │ Reading for Academic Success, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-110</A></P>
<P>Reading for university is a 3-step process: learn what you need to do before diving into your books, get tips on how to make the most of your study time and learn how to effectively summarize the reading material</P>
<P>2:15 │ Comfort Break</P>
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<H4><SPAN CLASS="xlarge-text">BREAK-OUT SESSIONS – 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.</SPAN></H4>
<P><SPAN CLASS="large-text"><A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Hall Building<BR></A></SPAN>Choose the topic most relevant to your academic program.</P>
<P>2:30 │ Successful Academic Writing, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-110</A></P>
<P>Learn how to produce better academic papers from a specialist. Understand what professors expect, get strategies to make the writing process easier, and learn about resources that can help you stand out in class.</P>
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<P>2:30 │ Fundamentals of Problem Solving, <A HREF="http://www.concordia.ca/maps/sgw-campus.html?building=H" TARGET="_blank" DATA-MSYS-CLICKTRACK="0" REL="nofollow noopener noreferrer">H-937</A></P>
<P>Improve your problem solving techniques with hands-on experience. Learn fundamental skills and get strategies to succeed in your 200-level courses.</P>
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Concordia University, Sir George Williams Campus

Thank you for registering for the Fall 2017 Start Right event – we look forward to seeing you there! Please be sure to check our website leading up to the event for any updates: http://www.concordia.ca/students/success/new/start-right.html

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