SLC Background
WELCOME TO OUR NEW FALL 2016 STUDENTS  
CAFETERIA CLOSURE
On Monday, April 18th until the end of the semester, cafeteria services, including the SLC Bistro, will be relocated in the future multi-functional room on the second floor. It will be accessible by the doors next to room 272 (Student Activities office).
 
However, to ensure a proper move to the new space, as of Thursday, April 14th at 14:00 the cafeteria will be closed. For Friday, April 15th, classrooms have been reserved for students who would like a place to go between classes or to eat their lunch (no microwaves will be available).
8:30 to 11:10 room 225
11:15 to 13:00 room 346A
12:10 to 13:55 room 350
 
Also the student lounge will no longer be accessible as it will be converted into the temporary student council office.
We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause the students and staff.
Upcoming activities at SLC


Hema Quebec What's your blood type? Thursday, April 14th Hema Québec will hold a stand in the cafeteria on to demystify blood types and blood donations. They will be here between 10:00 and 14:00. Drop by the stand and find out what your blood type is, then on Tuesday, April 19th you will be all set to give blood.




International volunteering opportunity: Interested in providing access to health care in an in-need community of Central America? Would you like to make a real difference in sustainable development? Stop by one of the information sessions about Global Brigades on April 12th and April 14th and join St. Lawrence's first Medical Brigade in January 2017!






Student Council Logo SLCSA Elections for 2016-2017
Do you love St. Lawrence and its students? Would you like to be involved in your school next year? 

Positions available:
(1) President
(2) Internal Officer
(3) Financial Officer
(4) Academic Officer
(5) Social Officer
(6) Communications Officer

Sign up until April 18th at 14:00

Campaigning from April 18th to April 28th at 16:00

Participants have to sign up before deadline. 
The sign up sheet is available beside the council room door.

Participants are granted up to $20 of advertisement materials. They have to keep their payment receipts and come in the council room for reimbursement.






Défi têtes rasées Leucan at SLC
Thursday, April 28th
Once again this year, French teacher Suzanne Lemay, will be helping a team of students organize this amazing event here at SLC.  It will be held on Thursday, April 28th at 12:30 in the cafeteria. Everybody is encouraged to either offer their head as a symbol of suport or to donate a few dollars to the cause. Whichever you choose, we thank you all in advance. For more info about the shaved head challenge here at SLC, please contact Suzanne Lemay.
For more info on the challenge or to donate, please visit their website: https://www.tetesrasees.com/en/

Patrick Savard, English teacher, Christopher Ludwig and William Savard are bravely donating their hair. Are you game? 


Important
LOCKER INFORMATION
VERY IMPORTANT TO REMEMBER TO
EMPTY YOUR LOCKER WEDNESDAY MAY 18th AT THE VERY LATEST!

Exceptionnaly due to renovations, the lockers will be removed and stored for the summer allowing for renovations.  All locks will be cut on May 19th and the 20th and lockers emptied of their contents. NOTHING WILL BE KEPT.
WARNING: We do not keep any of the items found in the lockers. Clothes are given to charity and the other items thrown out. For more information see Joanne or Jérémie in room 272
Summer jobs are pouring in!
Job wanted  So follow this link weekly to see all the summer jobs offered to our SLC students: 
You will also find offers for part-time jobs and summer jobs out of town.
And don't forget, there is a bulletin board with all these job offers posted next to room 272.    

Need help correcting your class work?

Do you know how to quote the documents you use for your essay?
Read our tip of the week to find helpful resources for you.
The library team
Need help? Some advice?
MIO: slclib
Help 24/7 :

Your classes are overwhelming? You would like extra help?
Help
Help is available 
 
There are many workshops available to all students. 
English, Math, Chemistry as well as a Methodology and Research Workshop.
 
Follow this link to see their schedules: 

The math workshop is now open for business. Every day of the week at lunch. Please note that they changed classrooms. They are now in room 242. You may find the schedule on the workshop webpage: http://www.slc.qc.ca/students/workshops-english-math-chemistry-physics-methodology-and-business

Don't forget, if all else fails, Joanne Gosselin (room 272) can hook you up with a peer tutor in certain courses. Drop by her office and fill out a tutor request form. Within 24 to 48 hours you will be matched with a peer tutor that you can meet as many times as you want, free of charge. Please be advised that tutoring is offered in a limited amount of subjects.  

Oral presentation coming up?

A peer tutor can help you. 

See Joanne in room 272 for more info.




Student Success Tutorials
 
You like watching videos on YouTube? You like e-learning?
 
To complement the key role of teachers and other student success resources available on campus, Champlain - St. Lawrence is offering the following on-line Student Success Tutorials, to help students learn educational strategies and practical tools on their own time, wherever they are. Follow this link to the Student Success Tutorials Webpage: http://www.slc.qc.ca/students/student-success-tutorials
 
Time Management
#1- Understanding Where Your Time Goes
#2- Getting Organized
#3- How to Study Effectively
 
Stress Management
#1- What is Stress and How Does it Affect the Body?
#2- Understanding your own Stress
#3- How to Cope with Stress
 
Procrastination
#1- Understanding Procrastination
#2- How to Stop Putting Things Off
 
Cyber Bullying

Need help figuring out what lies ahead?

CAREER 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.
Only currently registered St. Lawrence students may book appointments online.   

Appointments with Career Counselling Intern:
You may book appointments with Jean-Guillaume Boutet by MIO. He is completing his Master's degree in sciences de l'orientation at l'Université Laval. This semester, he will be in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays. His office is located next to the reception desk (room 291).

You need help? You need to talk to someone?
On Campus: Sentinelles pour prévenir le suicide
1. Kiki Papaconstantinou, room 234, ext 208 (Winter 2016)
2. Patrick Savard, room 358, ext 472
3. France Séguin, room 277, ext 473
4. Anna Déra, room 277, ext 487
5. Susie Ratté, room 232, ext 201
6. Diane Denault, room 370, ext 419
7. Christian Brosseau, room 276, ext 236
8. Nicole-Anne Daigle, room 254., ext 218
 
Each of these people will have this sign on their door for easier recognition:

Centre de prévention du suicide:
Any time you need help for yourself or someone you know:
1-866-APPELLE     1 866 277-3553
Need help: http://www.aqps.info/besoin-aide-urgente/
Facebook : @preventiondusuicide et #tesimportant
 
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.
YOU GOTTA BE THERE!

TUESDAY, APRIL 12TH, 20:00 FINAL GAME: DYNAMIQUES VS LIONS AT COMPLEXE ANCIENNE-LORETTE

Friday, April 1, 30 Dynamiques 4 - 2 Lions
Sunday, April 3rd, Lions 3 - 4 Dynamiques  
Friday, April 8th, Dynamiques 2 - 3 (p) Lions  
Sunday, April 13th, Lions 2 - 1 Dynamiques   
Sainte-Foy @ PEPS

"Super Tuesday is a chance to measure up to our neighbours in game 5 and win our 5th provincial title in 7 years of College hockey. I invite you to cheer us on one last time this year. "Saint Lawrence, one team - one heart beat - can't lose!"
Coach Mike
SLC students are finalists for the OSEntreprendre Challenge
Congratulations to Billy Bastien, Jérémie Bédard and Beatrice Sunderland who are local finalists for the OSEntreprendre Challenge. The SLEC Book Market is in the running for the regional awards. Good luck!
SLC Annual Blood Drive Tuesday, April 19th, 9:00 to 17:00. In the gym.
Hema Quebec
Did you know that your body contains
5 litres of blood? We only want 0.45 L. Come on down...

 All you new 18 year olds, you can now drink, vote and give blood! This is your chance to really help someone and show your parents how "mature" you have become. It's easy. Just lay back, plug in your music and relax.
 

Painting by Michèle Atkins
Last week for "Monochrome Studies", an exhibition of the first project of the students of Art and Aesthetics: Painting complimentary course. Each student chose to interpret a high contrast, black and white image from a painting or a photograph or to create his or her own original composition. To discover our ambitious, talented artists, take a look at the front display case and the upstairs hallway leading to the exit. 

For more info, please go to the job offers web link:http://www.slc.qc.ca/socio-cultural/job-offers-students
The nurse will be on campus Tuesday, April 21st, 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?

Kathleen Mulligan, the school nurse will be on campus on the following dates: Tuesday, May 3rd
  
I am available for drop-ins or appointments a few days a month. My office is 274, in the student activities room 272.
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.
Need an agenda?


School Agendas for students and staff
Did you lose your agenda? 
We have a few extra agendas in room 272. Just drop by to get yours.

Youth Ambassadors Program with Canada

The U.S. Mission to Canada, in partnership with SUNY Plattsburgh and Fulbright Canada, is very pleased to announce a high school youth exchange program opportunity. We wanted to share this new summer program with you and encourage you to nominate qualified candidates.
 
The program is open for Canadian youth who will be 15-18 years old by July 18, 2016. There are also opportunities for Canadian adults who are active as secondary teachers, trainers, school administrators, and/or community leaders who work with teen-aged youth.
 
From July 18-August 7, 2016, participants will travel to Plattsburg, NY; New York City; and Washington D.C. to engage in workshops and interactive events in a variety of public and community settings aimed at increasing leadership skills and training youth to make a difference in their home communities.
 
More information about the program and the application materials can be found here: www.plattsburgh.edu/cesca/youthleadership.php
 
The application deadline is April 11, 2016.
Addiction Services
Drugs, Alcohol, Sex, Internet, Gaming and Others
 
Holly Neville will be at St. Lawrence every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00-15:00, to provide addiction services to students. You can find her office within room 272, Student Activities. 
Have questions? Want to book an appointment? Text or call Holly at 418-455-2787
Upcoming Scholarships & Contests

The P.W. SIMS Memorial Scholarships Citadel Foundation 
April 15, 2016
The P.W. Sims Award is presented annually at St. Lawrence College to a student with outstanding performance in the Business Administration program (priority will be given to students in the Business Administration program (410.B0). The award includes a scholarship in the amount of $2,000 received upon proof of registration to a university of their choice. Application forms are available online (Career Counselling Services' intranet community in the right-hand menu on the homepage of your portal). All correspondence must be addressed to Citadel Foundation.

Dr. Guthrie Memorial Scholarship
April 15, 2016
This one-year $3,000 scholarship is awarded to an outstanding student entering the first year of a university program in health studies. (Dr. of Medicine or Bachelor of Nursing Science). The successful applicant must show financial need and high academic achievement. Application forms are available online (Career Counselling Services' intranet community in the right-hand menu on the homepage of your portal).

Fondation Marc Bourgie 
May 1, 16 
Financial need, good academic standing, motivation to succeed It is the Financial Aid office who forwards applications and the internal deadline is May, 1st . Interested students may contact Nicole Anne Daigle, Guidance Counsellor. First-year CEGEP students may also apply. Click here for more information.

Jeunes Boursiers des Grands Québécois
May 20, 2016, 4 p.m. 
Click here for more information.


Other scholarships? 
A PDF document with a list of scholarships is also available on your portal. You must click on Career Counselling Services' intranet community to view downloaded documents.
CAREER COUNSELLING INFO

Missed the March 1st deadline? 
Remember, after March 1st, you may still apply for "open programs". Check university websites for all program deadlines. Bishop's admissions deadline is April 1st. 


View the list of programs still accepting applicants at l'Université Laval. Click here.  

UQAM has extended the deadline for some of their programs. Check information online here. 

Other public CEGEPS in the region: 
SRACQ (Service régional d'admission au collégial de Québec). The deadline to apply for the second-round of admissions is May 1st: https://www.sracq.qc.ca/

Tools for Students

Academos is an online ressource available to you if you would like to chat with someone who is actually working in the field you might want to enter later.

Upcoming Events

Summer School of Oceanography
Institut des sciences de la mer de Rimouski 
May 31, 2016 to June 3, 2016
There is a maximum of 20 participants. The deadline to apply is May 6, 2016. This activity is open to all CEGEP students. 
Click here for more information. 

Labor-Market Information

 What salary goes with your diploma?Article presenting data collected by Statistics Canada.

Read about the top 10 most stressful careers (American website) and how it related to Québec.
 

This year the Champlain Regional College Foundation will present The Potter Family Award, a $1,000.00 prize, to an eligible student from the St. Lawrence campus at the graduation ceremony on May 27th.  
Created to honour Champlain Regional College for its education mission in memory of former Director of Studies, Arthur G. Potter III, the award is presented to a student from one of the Champlain Regional Colleges, on a rotating basis, each year - this year being Champlain St. Lawrence's turn.

 A $1,000.00 prize is awarded to support a student with an inquiring, innovative mind who is able to synthesize the educational experience at Champlain in a short essay.  You must be a student at Champlain-St-Lawrence with a cumulative grade average of at least 85% and in your last semester to apply.
For details, click here.
Application form, click here.
Registration deadline is Tuesday, April 26, 2016.
For more information, please see Nicole-Anne Daigle, guidance counsellor in room 254 (library) or by MIO. 
School Calendar
ST. LAWRENCE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2015-2016

WHEN THE SEMESTER ENDS

The Winter 2016 semester ends on Friday, May 20th. 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.
Looking to buy a hoodie, tshirt, sweats, etc...  Tshirts are on sale at $16 instead of $20.

May be found next to the reception desk.
FOUND! The lost and found at the reception desk.

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.
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