SLC Background
COURSE DROP DEADLINE
Friday September 18th

If you drop by this date, the class will not appear on your transcript.
After this date, the grade accumulated so far will appear on your transcript
 
See Susie in Office 234
 « Semaine des Transports Collectifs et Actifs »
null SLC Activity Wednesday Sept. 16
On Wed. Sept. 16, participate in the « Bike-Bus-Car Challenge »!
The « Bike-Bus-Car Challenge » will compare commuting time for SLC members from different neighborhoods. It is very simple: come to St. Lawrence by bike, by bus, or by car, or even walking, running, or with your long board! Those who arrive between 8:00 and 9:00 are invited to count how much time it takes them to get to the college (from door to door). Register your time at the south entrance of the college (the « Pyramid » side). If possible, provide the distance also (km).
Check out the Website (http://transportsviables.org/stca/) for more info and other events including a "bicycle film festival" on Sept. 19th.
 
Need more info?  Just contact us!
Martin Dufour and Fred Martin
Office 357, for Eco-St. Lo
Upcoming Activities

SLC Movie Night
Tuesday September 15th at 19:00 room 346. Dr. Strangelove 
95 min, Comedy, War , 1964 (USA)
An insane general triggers a path to nuclear holocaust that a war room full of politicians and generals frantically try to stop.
Director: Stanley Kubrick
Stars: Peter Sellers, George C. Scott, Sterling Hayden


THE SLC Political Science and Debate Club (PSD) 
Join us in room 224 on Tuesday, September 15th at 12:15 to learn more!!
 
 
LGBT meeting  
 
Student for day volunteer meeting. 
Thursday September 17th at 12:30. Room 347/348.  Everybody interested is welcome to join us.

 
 
Fashion show auditions for
BOYS and GIRLS, will be held in room 348 from 12:10 to 13:45 Tuesday 22nd and Thursday 24th. Ladies bring your heels.

 
Open Mic First Open Mic of the year!
A Major Cultural Event at St. Lawrence!! The First Monthly Open Mic!!   
Thursday, September 24 at 19:30. Where? The beautiful St. Lawrence cafeteria. What is Open Mic? Performers sign up in room 272 (student activities) and perform during showtime for a maximum of 10 minutes You can perform anything you want: Songs, monologues, poetry,music...you name it! Open Mic is like an easygoing coffee shop where students, teachers and staff live out their performance fantasies!


 
Job for Students
BBCamp Basket and ball Basketball Minor Officials
We are hiring students with minor official experience in basketball. Please see Jeremie Ouellet in room 272.
Lions logo

WEEKEND RESULTS
Golf results: Men's: Julien Blouin wins; Women's: Noemie Ouellette wins; Team: Lions take second place. Next week Stoneham

Soccer results Saturday September 12:
Garneau 10 - 0  AAWSO
Garneau  0 - 0  AAMSO

UPCOMING HOME GAMES
Hockey :
Saturday Sept 19,  14:00 Saint-Laurent vs Lions Hockey at Complexe Ancienne-Lorette
 
Soccer Saturday Sept 19 at Université Laval (PEPS)
14:00     Jonquière vs AAMSO
12:00     Jonquière vs AAWSO
 
Soccer Sunday  Sept 20 at Université Laval (PEPS)
10:00 Baie-Comeau vs AAMSO
 
RUGBY
Tournament #1 Sunday Sept 20th
Women in Limoilou at patro Charlesbourg


Pentathlon des Neiges
Yes already! 

This year will be our 10th year participating in the Pentathlon des Neiges. To celebrate our objective we would like to register a record amount of teams representing SLC at the Pentathlon.

We are looking for people interested in joining a committee that will help attain this objective.  If this interests you, please see Martin Beaumont in room 284.
 
Help
NEED EXTRA HELP?
Workshops are available for Math, Science English and Business Courses and IT. Follow this link for more information.
New this year, the IT workshop will be held each Tuesday and Thursday from 
12:00 to 14:00 in room 241. 
 
This workshop is intended to all SLC students who require help and advice on using computer programs and apps such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Zotero and others. 
 
Business Study Groups
Starting Thursday, September 17th, all Business students are welcome to the PW Sims room (337) for individual or group work. Tutors are present and available for help. Drop in anytime Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12:10 and 14:00.
Blood-borne Infection Risk for Health Care Professionals
Protect yourself.
Are you studying or thinking of studying to become a doctor, dentist, dental hygienist, midwife, nurse, paramedic or another career in the health care field? If so, you are at an increased risk for blood borne infectious diseases, such as Hepatitis B or C. Watch the video available in French at the link below to learn more and protect yourself. 



WILL YOU BE 19 YEARS OLD BY SEPTEMBER 30TH?
RTC OPUS

If so, your RTC (OPUS) card must be updated confirming your student status to keep paying the student price. 

If you are 19 years old or will be by September 30th, you must:

1) Drop by the reception desk to obtain "une preuve de fréquentaion" proving that you are a registered student as SLC. This  RTC form is to be given to the RTC. 

2) Go to an RTC service centre to have your student status confirmed and they will update your card.  

For more info, please see Joanne in room 272 or Marina at the reception desk. 

Access to the fitness centre.
Fitness All registered SLC students are members of the fitness centre. You must show proof of attending SLC with your OPUS card. You will be asked to show appropriate identification to the security guard, supervisor or any staff member or teacher. If you do not have your OPUS Card with you, you will be asked to leave the fitness centre. For more info on how to obtain an OPUS card, please see Joanne in room 272.
PARKING AT THE PYRAMID?
NO! You will be towed!
This is very, very expensive and your car is towed very very far away. You have been warned.
The School Nurse will be here tomorrow, Tuesday September 15th, all day, in room 274 (inside 272 Student Activities room)
Do you need to speak to a professional for confidential advice and info about your health, sexuality or contraception?
A school nurse can help you and answer your questions.
 
My name is Kathleen Mulligan and I am available for drop-ins or appointments a few days a month. The next clinic will be on Tuesday, September 15th in room 274 (Student Activities offices).  
To reach me and/or make an appointment:
schoolnurse@slc.qc.ca or 418-656-6921 ext. 217      
Services offered:
- Information on health
- Information on sexuality and sexually transmitted infections
- Contraception and condoms
- Emergency contraception (day-after pill)
- Pregnancy test
Services are free and confidential.
Fall 2015 schedule:
Tuesday September 29, Tuesday October 6, Thursday October 22, Tuesday November 3 pm only,  Tuesday November 17,  Tuesday December 1, 2015 
Student Council Logo Your SLCSA representatives for 2015-2016
Dominique Bilodeau -President
Benjamin Huot -Vice-President
Jérémie Bedard -Financial Officer
Lina Bensaidane -Academic Officer
Marie-Helene Lyonnais -Internal Officer
William Savard -Social Officer
Emilie Lachance -Communication Officer
Emma Couture -Secretary General
Marie Perron -Assistant Internal Officer
Isabelle Marceau -Assistant Social Officer

They are still looking for an artistic director and members at large. Should you be interested, please see them in the student council office or contact Dominique by MIO.
SYRIAN REFUGEES NEED YOUR HELP! Please go sign the petition.

From our SLC Amnesty Group:
For over four years, more than 4 million refugees have fled the conflict in Syria. Many turn to Canada and Quebec for help.
SIGN THIS PETITION NOW & HELP ALLOW MORE REFUGEES INTO CANADA.
- Amnesty International SLC

COMING TO ST. LAWRENCE

Careers & Programs in Social Science: Conference, September 22

If you are looking for concrete examples of what it is like pursuing your studies in social science and what the job market is like for graduates in various social science fields, come to the conference given by a representative from the Faculty of Social Science of l'Université Laval. Open to all students!  
Please register by sending a MIO to Nicole Anne Daigle (a minimum number of participants is required).    
Room: 268 
Time: 12:30 (presentation and question/ discussion period)  
Date: September 22, 2015

You will probably be surprised to learn that some degrees offer multiple job possibilities and not a specific career title linked to the discipline you are studying. 

The following programs will be covered: 
* affaires publiques et relations internationales
* anthropologie
* criminologie
* économique
* économie et mathématiques
* économie et politique
* psychologie
* relations industrielles
* service social
* science politique
*   sociologie
 
Bishop's University
Thursday, September 24th from 11:00 to 14:30
Come meet a Bishop's representative on Thursday, September 24th.
A stand will be located at the main entrance (near the central staircase on the main floor). 
 
UL en Direct
Various faculty representatives from l'Université Laval will be at St. Lawrence to present programs on Tuesday, September 29th, 12:00 to 14:00. Take this opportunity to ask questions on admissions, discover what they have to offer and possibly learn about new programs. Stands will be located on the main floor around the central staircase.

Are you still looking for parking?
The Belmont funeral home, 701 Nérée-Tremblay, has informed us that they have a few parking spaces still available. $200 semester. Please see Marina at the reception desk for more info.
Help, we can help Help Services and Academic Advising
INFO BOOTH starting Tuesday!
September 15th, 13:00 to 14:00
Every Tuesday, we will be downstairs in the cafeteria available to answer questions you have. We go to you.
 
The Guidance Counsellor or the Academic Advisor will be there weekly. For our first edition, the team (special needs technician, academic advisor, and guidance counsellor). Besides answering your questions, throughout the semester, we will also prepare information or tools to help you during your studies.
DON'T LET THIS BE YOU...
To help you get through the semester succesfully, psychosocial support is available with Kathryn Oda, social work technician! Students who wish to meet with Kathryn can come by office 273 (located inside the student  services office 272) during drop-in hours (Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 13:00 - 14:00 and Tuesdays from 14:00-15:00). If needed, appointments can be made. If you have any questions, feel free to send Kathryn Oda a message on MIO or come by the office.
SOME REASONS FOR SEEKING SUPPORT:
* stress
* anxiety or depression
* difficulties with school
* suicidal thoughts
* relationship difficulties
* low self-esteem
   or other reasons of your own
This bunny is ready for school, are you?
 
Follow 
SLCTIPS 
on Instagram for posts and tips to help you be ready for school, reduce stress and smile!
For more information, visit Kathryn Oda, Social Work Technician, in office 273, located inside the Student Services Office.

COUNSELLING  SERVICES
Room 254 in the library
Nicole Anne Daigle, Guidance Counsellor,
offers educational and career counselling 4 days a week (Tuesday to Friday). 

Book appointments with the guidance counsellor online through the Career Counselling Services' intranet community (Omnivox portal). The link is also available under other useful resources (homepage Omnivox).

LORAN SCHOLARS
Applications now open!
Our school may sponsor up to 8 
students. Deadline for sponsored applicants is October 14th, 4 p.m. (internal selection). 
Loran Scholars are chosen for their character, service and leadership potential. 

Renewable for up to four years, with a total value of up to $100,000, each Loran Award includes an annual stipend of $9,000 and matching tuition waiver, access to funding and internships through our summer program, invitations to annual gatherings and forums, and one-on-one mentorship. It is tenable at any of our 25 partner universities.

Read eligibility requirements online: 
http://loranscholar.ca/apply/

May be found next to the reception desk.
School Calendar
ST. LAWRENCE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2015-2016

WHEN THE SEMESTER ENDS

The Fall 2015 semester ends on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. All students are expected to be available until the end of the semester. 
In exceptional circumstances (ie: two exams scheduled at the same time, illness, etc.) students may be permitted to write a special exam.

*Should you have an emergency, contact Academic Services immediately. 

*IF YOU PLAN A TRIP DURING THE EXAM PERIOD, YOU RUN THE RISK OF FAILING THE COURSE.
Building Hours
Clock
Monday to Friday 7:00  - 22:30
Saturday and Sunday 12:00 to 17:45
Summer hours may vary
 
The building will be closed (including the fitness centre) on the following:
Wednesday, July 1, 2015  Canada Day
Monday, September 7, 2015 Labor Day
Monday, October 12, 2015 Thanksgiving Day
Friday, December 25, 2015 Christmas
 Monday, December 28, 2015        
Tuesday, December 29, 2015    
Wednesday, December 30, 2015             
Thursday, December 31, 2015  
 Friday, January 1, 2016    New Year's
 Friday, March 25, 2016    Good Friday
 Monday, March 28, 2016    Easter Monday
 Monday, May 23, 2016    Victoria Day/Patriots' Day
 Friday, June 24, 2016    National Holiday