International Student Orientation – DAY 1

September 2020 – Fall Semester

Territorial Acknowledgement

Camosun College campuses are located on the traditional territories of the Lekwungenand W̱SÁNEĆ peoples. We acknowledge their welcome and graciousness to the students who seek knowledge here.

Providing a territorial acknowledgment is a way for us, as visitors, to thank and acknowledge the caretakers of the places where we work, live, and play.

WELCOME!Congratulations and Welcome to Camosun!

You've made a great choice—over the past 50 years, Camosun has become one of BC's most comprehensive colleges and has earned an outstanding reputation for teaching excellence. You're joining a family of more than 60,000 alumni who are making a difference all over the world!

Our highly trained staff are ready to work with you to assist your goals while here at Camosun.

Enjoy your time at Camosun and we look forward to welcoming you in person! Welcome to our Orientation for Fall 2020!

International Student Experience Advisors (ISEAs)

We are here for you!

ISEA TeamLansdowne

International Student Experience Advisors

Laura Ensor Renata Minholi Sahar Anjum

InterurbanInternational Student Experience Advisors

Luzia Simoes Theresa WanningerJoey Tian

We're here to help!

How can we help you?

► Registration support

► Medical Insurance

► Immigration questions and required documents for permit applications

► Tuition, Fees and Deadlines

► Booking appointments with Academic Advisors

► Referrals to Counsellors and Co-op Experience Facilitators

► Information on services available at the college

► Information on study, life and work in Canada

COVID-19 Safety Training & Screening for students

► All Camosun students enrolled in a course with any on-campus or face-to-face component must complete the online COVID-19 Safety Training and Initial Symptoms Self-Assessment before attending campus.

► Access the questionnaire and declaration form, and complete the BC COVID-19 Symptom Self-Assessment Tool

The health and safety of students and employees remains the topmost priority. Maintaining a safe learning environment and reducing the spread of COVID-19 is an individual and shared responsibility.

Guidelines for Students on campus Camosun International Newsletterscan be found

online!

Please always check our Student Services Camosun and our COVID FAQs for updates.

Read our newsletter and

search for information on our

website before emailing us.

Medical InsuranceInternational students are required to have medical insurance for the entire duration of their studies in Canada

► During the first three months upon arrival, International students in Camosun College are enrolled in Guard.me that covers medical services to address new and unexpected illness or injury (COVID included).

► If students are planning to stay in British Columbia (BC) for more than six months, they are eligible for the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) after three months living in the province.

► You MUST apply for MSP as soon as you arrive in BC.

How to Apply for MSP

IMPORTANT: Your coverage will be from your arrival date in CanadaYou must inform us as soon as you have your arrival date confirmed.

Student Health & Dental Plan

All Camosun students are offered extended health and dental benefits through the Camosun College Student Society (CCSS)

This benefit is part of your ancillary fees and cover some health and dental services that are not covered by the provincial Medical Services Plan (MSP).

For detailed information about this benefit and on how to obtain your benefit card, please visit CCSS Student Health and Dental plan website.

Check out theorientation videosfrom BCCIE about

BC's education system, Living in BC, as well as Health &

Safety.

Tuition and Fees

► Any changes you make to your registration for a specific semester might affect the fees you are charged with depending on the date you make these updates. Please familiarize yourself with payment deadlines relevant to your fees.

► Payment methods

Registration► Our office registers students in

courses for their first semester of studies.

► Don’t attempt to change your schedule, because we may not be able to put you back into courses.

► You can check your schedule on CAMLINK.

► Please keep your home address and phone number updated.

► Students will be in charge of their registration for future semesters.

Letter Requests

You might need a letter to:

► Extend your study permit► Extend your temporary resident visa► Renew your passport► Apply for a visa to enter another country (like USA)► Invite your family to visit Canada► Invite your family for your graduation ceremony► Transfer funds from abroad► Apply for work► Apply for your post-graduation work permit

Request a school letter onlineInternational

Student Letter Request

Be aware of scams

What to expect when the Canada Revenue Agency contacts you

To ensure your safety please carefully read these suggestions from the Canadian Anti-fraud Center:

• DO NOT be afraid to request further documentation from the caller so you can verify the validity of the company.

• DO NOT disclose information about your finances, bank accounts or credit cards (not even the credit card expiry date).

• DO NOT be afraid to hang-up the phone.• DO NOT send money to an institution or someone you do not know.

Here you can find more information on what to expect when the Canada Revenue Agency contacts you.

In the spirit of Cyber Security Awareness Month check out the Top 10 Cyber Crime Prevention Tipsto learn how to protect yourself online.

Email:International_advisors@camosun.bc.ca

Please include your student ID and full name in every email or phone message.

We will get back to you as soon as possible.

ISEAs - Contact us LansdowneInternational Student Experience Advisors

Laura Ensor Renata Minholi Sahar Anjum

InterurbanInternational Student Experience Advisors

Luzia Simoes Theresa WanningerJoey Tian

Let’s Meet our Students

Academic Advising

Let's meet your advisors

Gabriella SandorInternational Student Academic AdvisorInterurban Programs

Coco NakabayashiInternational Student Academic AdvisorLansdowne Programs

Welcome to the World of Academic Success

You are the key

to your success!

Academic Advisors

Help Centres & Counselors

InstructorsFamily

Friends

1. PLAN with International Student Academic Advisors

2. LEARN from Instructors

3. ACCESS ACADEMIC and PERSONAL SUPPORT at Help Centres and International Student Counselors

4. You, the Student SUCCEED

Steps to succeed at Camosun College

PLAN: International Student Academic Advisors

International Student Academic Advisors help students achieve their goals through educational planning and support:

► Program and course selection

► Personal Learning Plan (PLP)

► Transfer Credit requests

►Graduation requirements

► Transferring to universities and other institutions within B.C.

► Academic resources and on-campus support services

Get to know:

▪ Your Program by visiting Your Programs page

▪ Courses by visiting Course Descriptions page * *Once you are on the course descriptions page, click on the subject codescodes

PLAN: Camosun Website is your great planning resource

Abbreviation and Number They identifies the course.

Example: ENGL (Subject Code) 151 (Course Number)The abbreviation and number appear on timetables, course registration forms and transcripts.

NameThe descriptive name of the course, such as Academic Writing Strategies.

Course Delivery Methods for Fall 2020

Timetable Definitions

► Online Asynchronous: no set meeting schedule (asynchronous);

► Online Synchronous: online scheduled dates/times (synchronous). If applicable, room provided for virtual remote;

► Blended: on-campus and online; location listed as campus-blended; scheduled dates/times with on-campus showing bldgs/rooms;

► On-Campus: location listed as campus; scheduled dates/times/bldgs/rooms

Get ready to Learn Online

► Online Learning Resourceshttp://camosun.ca/services/orientation/online-learning.html

Make sure to double check what time the courses

will be delivered in your time zone, if

you are not in Victoria, BC.

Your instructors are committed to providing a strong framework for your academic skills and to deliver course content.

You need to know:

▪ Your instructor’s name and office location

▪ How to contact your instructor

▪ Where to find your course outline

▪ How to use D2L (access one week before classes start)

▪ How to reach out to your instructor if you need support. All the instructors will email their students in the beginning of the semester to inform what the curriculum is and what material will be need.

LEARN: Instructors

Access to D2L opens one week prior to the first day of classes. If students abroad encounter issues connecting, please contact our ITS dept.

We are currently not offering face-to-face tutoring although you can book an online appointment at the Writing Centre, Math Help is available through live chat on Microsoft TEAMS - email a tutor to

connect, and Science Help is available through Blackboard Collaborate.

Help Centres provide academic support for English, Math, and Science

WriteAway is another writing support service for Camosun students. Submit your assignment or paper and then a writing consultant will connect with you. You can submit your paper 24/7, but the wait time for response may vary. Please note, we cannot proofread or edit your work.

Counselling Services provides personal, Career and Educational Counselling

Centre for Accessible Learning provides services for educational accommodations for students with documented disability

SUPPORT: Help Centres and International Counsellors

Check out theHelp Centers

FAQ page online!

• A collection of courses that leads to a credential. Before you apply, you will need to choose a program

Program

• Usually covers one subject. You'll choose your specific courses when you register

Course

• Camosun programs and courses are offered through specific schools (departments)

Schools

• Full-time (3 to 5 courses or Co-op work term)

• Part-time (1 to 2 courses)

Enrollment

• A course that must be taken before a higher level course

• Must achieve a C grade or higher

Prerequisites

• Courses you need to take at the same time as your desired course

Corequisites

• A standard point system from A+ to F

Grading

• Grade Point Average. Each letter grade is assigned a point value which is called the Grade Point.

GPA

Important Terminology

What is Academic Honesty and Integrity?

► Be aware of academic and fee timelines (see website)

► Manage your own registration through Camlink - You must withdraw yourself from courses on time

► Know about Academic Honesty; Student Conduct

► Keep informed about Academic Policies and Procedures

► Use our Help Centres and other services

► Use the Learning Guides to help you succeed

► Keep in touch and ask questions when in doubt!

Tips

SUCCEED: You are the key to your academic, personal and professional success

Email:International_advisors@camosun.bc.ca

Phone/video AppointmentAcademic Advising:

Please email your request to international_advisors@camosun.bc.ca

Please include:

► details about your request

► date/time available for the appointment

Contact us

Gabriella SandorInternational Student Academic AdvisorInterurban Programs

Coco NakabayashiInternational Student Academic AdvisorLansdowne Programs

Meet your Peers

Counselling

International Student Counsellors

• Personal topics• Cultural transition

• Educational concerns• Career planning

LansdowneAnna Stein

LansdowneBrian Herron

InterurbanMarie Abbott

Welcome to Camosun from Marie, Brian, and Anna - Your Counsellors!

Counselling is …

Private and confidential

For issues big and

small

One of the many

support services for

international students

A place where everyone is

welcome

Free for students

What might students discuss in counselling?

Career Exploration

Explore interests, skills,

values, strengths, areas

for growth, workplace

preferences

Identify program and

career options

Decision making

Goal setting, action

planning

Personal and Cultural Topics

- Stress and anxiety

- Depression

- Relationships

- Homesickness

- Health Issues

- Addiction

- Grief & Loss

- Sexuality

- Self-confidence

- Personal growth

- Cultural Transition

Academic Topics

- Exam stress

- Time

management

- Motivation

- Procrastination

- Learning

Strategies

- Working with

instructors and

other students

- Decisions about

withdrawal from

courses

How to Book A Counselling Appointment

Please visit the Camosun International website for current

information about counselling services and instructions for

booking an appointment with an International Student Counsellor.

COVID-19 Resource for Students

► Camosun College Counselling Centre Resource List

► Here2Talk

► Top Ten Tips for Managing Stress and Anxiety Related to COVID-19

► Tips for Quarantine

What Do You Like Most about Camosun?

We provide care hampers to students in need. Hampers include fresh produce, hygiene products, and cooked meals from our students in culinary arts.

Apply to get your care hamper here.

Camosun Cares

• Please be patient with us! We are receiving a high volume of e-mails and we will answer yours as quickly as we can ☺

• Remember to include your full name, student ID number and your complete question to your e-mail to us

• Make sure your current home address, phone number and e-mail address are up to date on Camlink. That is very important for us to be able to reach you!

• For everyone’s safety and health, please DO NOT come to the campus. Service is being provided exclusively remotely (by e-mail and perhaps phone).

RemindersSERVICE HOURS:

Monday-Friday9am to 4pm

(PST)

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See you on DAY 2

Aug 27!

THANK YOU!

WELCOME TO CAMOSUN!