This event is for all parents and their future U of M students. It will take place in Winnipeg on Saturday, June 9, 2007. As well as a newsletter, manuals and orientation sessions, U of M staff will be available to answer specific questions or concerns. To register, call 1.800.432.1969, ext. 9093 or visit
http://www.umanitoba.ca/student
Monday, May 28, 2007
Thursday, May 24, 2007
Selkirk College (British Columbia) Music Program Highlight
The Contemporary Music and Technology program at Selkirk College is atwo-year diploma program developed to train musician performers for thecommercial music and entertainment industry. The curriculum is based onthe most relevant and up-to-date music industry standards.While other schools may focus their attention on the rudiments of musicas they pertain to a specific style, at Selkirk we believe that there isvalidity to every style of music. During your two years here you willinvestigate the best that each genre has to offer from jazz to rock,classical and world music.The curriculum includes individual instruction on guitar, bass,percussion, saxophone, violin, vocals and keyboards, as well as a solidgrounding in music theory and ear training. Individual and groupinstruction and practice is offered throughout both years of theprogram. Jazz, pop and rock are the primary instructional styles.Whether you're taking advantage of our music degree pathway to Berkleeor our diploma program we're certain you'll find a curriculum thatappeals to your needs.
York University - New Programs
Students applying directly from high school are invited to apply toYork's newest programs: History (iBA); Italian Studies (iBA), Children's Studies (BA), Applied Math (BA), Race, Ethnicity & Indigineity (BA) and French Education (EEd).
For more information, visit www.yorku.ca/futurestudents/programs
For more information, visit www.yorku.ca/futurestudents/programs
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Orange Benevolant Society Funding
July 31 – Orange Benevolent Society of Saskatchewan Scholarship – various amounts, depending on number of applications. Mature students are encouraged to apply.
No deadline – Orange Benevolent Society Medical Assistance Grant – for families requiring monetary assistance related to a medical situation
Ask your guidance counsellor for application forms.
No deadline – Orange Benevolent Society Medical Assistance Grant – for families requiring monetary assistance related to a medical situation
Ask your guidance counsellor for application forms.
SSBA Scholarships
August 31 – Saskatchewan School Boards Association Scholarships - $1000 each with one awarded to a student attending university and one awarded to a student who will be enrolled in a science/technology program (e.g. SIAST). Ask your guidance counsellor for application forms.
SIAST - Admission Changes
SIAST now has three forms of admission:
Regular Admissions - applications accepted on an ongoing basis and one a first-qualified, first admitted basis. Qualified applicants not successful with securing a seat must re-apply. Applicants can maintain their FQFA status by reapplying during a reapplication window (after the program start date i.e. October 1-31); includes another application fee.
High Demand - more competitive. Two phases for acceptance: phase 1 is academic and phase 2 is selective criteria set by the program. Intake for the fall of 2007 will remain FQFA but applicants not successful in the fall of 2007 will be carried forward to new process for the fall of 2008. New process effective July 1, 2008 intakes. Out-of-province applications will not be accepts. Special Admission (accuplacer and postsecondary) will not apply. Equity seats will remain. Applicant pool dissolved after last intake begins. Applicants must apply every year.
Competitive - applies to Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan only.
For more information, check out the FAQ's on the SIAST website www.siast.sk.ca
Regular Admissions - applications accepted on an ongoing basis and one a first-qualified, first admitted basis. Qualified applicants not successful with securing a seat must re-apply. Applicants can maintain their FQFA status by reapplying during a reapplication window (after the program start date i.e. October 1-31); includes another application fee.
High Demand - more competitive. Two phases for acceptance: phase 1 is academic and phase 2 is selective criteria set by the program. Intake for the fall of 2007 will remain FQFA but applicants not successful in the fall of 2007 will be carried forward to new process for the fall of 2008. New process effective July 1, 2008 intakes. Out-of-province applications will not be accepts. Special Admission (accuplacer and postsecondary) will not apply. Equity seats will remain. Applicant pool dissolved after last intake begins. Applicants must apply every year.
Competitive - applies to Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan only.
For more information, check out the FAQ's on the SIAST website www.siast.sk.ca
SIAST - Program Changes for 07-08
New Programs - Sustainable Tourism
Program Deletions/Suspensions - Office Automation/Administration (Palliser); Outdoor Power Equipment Technician, Marine and Lawn and Garden Certificate Program
Program Deletions/Suspensions - Office Automation/Administration (Palliser); Outdoor Power Equipment Technician, Marine and Lawn and Garden Certificate Program
Surviving US!
This program is offered by the U of S to help new students and their parents make the transition from high school to the University of Saskatchewan. Topics include: course selection, registration procedures, class schedules, first year transition programs, and housing options. The North Battleford session will be held on Tuesday, May 22. To register, or to see a complete schedule of these vents, visit
explore.usask.ca
explore.usask.ca
Coca Cola Scholarship
June 30 Deadline - The University of Saskatchewan Drama Department is now accepting applications for the Coca Cola Scholarship in fine arts. This will go to a first year student in the College of Arts and Science who has a drama major. Ask your guidance counsellor for application details.
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Leadership Training for Tolerance
Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Centre (FSWC). Tools for Tolerance for Professionals, a free professional development program for Canadian Educators in Los Angeles, California and an opportunity to visit the Museum of Tolerance. FSWC is also introducing its new leadership training centre for tolerance education in Toronto. Attend film screenings, hands-on workshops for students and teachers and access the library and research centre. For both programs please call: 416-864-9735 or toll-free: 1-866-864-9735 or visit the Web site: www.fswc.ca
Lakeland College - Vermillion - New Programs
Lakeland College’s Trades Centre on the Vermilion campus will be bustling with even more activity in the next academic year with the addition of two new programs and hundreds of new training seats.
Steamfitter-pipefitter and instrument technician apprenticeship programs will debut at Lakeland College starting in early 2008. The addition of 48 seats in these first year programs are only a fraction of the new apprenticeship training seats at Lakeland College in 2007-08.
“The most significant addition is in welding,” said Bert Samuelson, acting dean of the School of Trades and Technology. “From our initial request of 240 seats in 2006-07 we’re going to 600 seats in 2007-08.”
Heavy equipment technician has the next biggest increase with 72 new seats, raising the total to 228. Carpentry will go up by 24 seats and electrical by 12. There will be no change to the parts technician program, but a slight drop in the number of automotive service technician program to 80 seats.
Lakeland College will now offer apprenticeship training in automotive service, carpentry, electrical, heavy equipment, instrumentation, parts, steamfitter-pipefitter and welding. During the next academic year, apprenticeship training at Lakeland College will run from Sept. 4, 2007 through to June 27, 2008.
Steamfitter-pipefitter and instrument technician apprenticeship programs will debut at Lakeland College starting in early 2008. The addition of 48 seats in these first year programs are only a fraction of the new apprenticeship training seats at Lakeland College in 2007-08.
“The most significant addition is in welding,” said Bert Samuelson, acting dean of the School of Trades and Technology. “From our initial request of 240 seats in 2006-07 we’re going to 600 seats in 2007-08.”
Heavy equipment technician has the next biggest increase with 72 new seats, raising the total to 228. Carpentry will go up by 24 seats and electrical by 12. There will be no change to the parts technician program, but a slight drop in the number of automotive service technician program to 80 seats.
Lakeland College will now offer apprenticeship training in automotive service, carpentry, electrical, heavy equipment, instrumentation, parts, steamfitter-pipefitter and welding. During the next academic year, apprenticeship training at Lakeland College will run from Sept. 4, 2007 through to June 27, 2008.
Masonic Bursaries
Deadline August 7 - These are offered annually to Saskatchewan High School graduates who proceed to an institution of higher learning anywhere in Canada. Selection is based upon academic achievement, leadership skills, community and schol activities, speical awards an need.
Candidates must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year as required by the institution chosen. The scholarship will be awarded after proof of registration in the institution and receipt of winner's S.I.N. which is required for income tax purposes.
Contact your guidance counsellor for further information.
Candidates must be registered for a full academic load for a full academic year as required by the institution chosen. The scholarship will be awarded after proof of registration in the institution and receipt of winner's S.I.N. which is required for income tax purposes.
Contact your guidance counsellor for further information.
University of Toronto National Book Award and Scholarship
Deadline October 5, 2007 - This competition targets Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents who will be ready to begin university study in September of 2008. This will cover tuition and incidental fees for four years of undergraduate study, will provide residence support inthefirst year and will include an additional, renewable monetary award. Selection is based on exceptional academic and extra-curricular achievement, with the annual value of the scholarship determined by individual financial circumstances.
Application forms and additional information can be found at www.adm.utoronto.ca
Application forms and additional information can be found at www.adm.utoronto.ca
Tommy Rutherford Masonic Bursary
Deadline May 30 - This $500 bursary is open to students at CutKnife, Luseland, Macklin, Unity and McLurg High Schools. It goes to a student whose parents or grandparents are or were affiliated with any masonic lodge.
Candidates must submit:
Candidates must submit:
- a written letter with family connections
- currentmarks
- letter regarding school and community activities and future educational plans
**If no masonic relation is eligible, other students can apply.
Contact your guidance counsellor for application information.
U of S Kinesiology Summer Activities
The Kinesiology Department at the University of Saskatchewan is once again offering Huskie Sports Camps and Children's Activity Camps this summer. The sports camps are directed at high school students, while the activity camps are for young children of all abilities. For more information, call 306.966.1020.
Monday, May 07, 2007
Lieutenant Governor's Leadership Forum
This forum brings together 38 Saskatchewan youth in grades 11 and 12 who have demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities in their schools and communities. Overy 10 days, these students will travel the province; meet successful people from government, business, the arts, science, athletics, the non-profit sector, media, academia, miliatry and law enforcement and take part in a variety of experiences designed to strengthen the mind, body and their leadership potential.
For more information, call 306.798.2787 or email lgforum@ltgov.sk.ca
For more information, call 306.798.2787 or email lgforum@ltgov.sk.ca
CNH - Job Openings for Graduates
Case New Holland has sent notification to schools that they have a number of job openings for graduates. Positions include Machine Operators, Welders, Paint Line Personnel, Assemblers as well as other entry-level positions. No experience is necessary as training is provided in all areas.
Interested students can contact New Holland Saskatoon at saskatoonhr@cnh.com
Interested students can contact New Holland Saskatoon at saskatoonhr@cnh.com
U of A Transtion to University/Academic Advantage Programs
T2U: Transition to University is an exciting new program for grade 12 students attending the University of Alberta in the Fall of 2007. T2U is an interactive online workshop that helps to familiarize students with parts of the university culture before they attend their first year so that they are better able to succeed when they get here. T2U is available to students starting now for one year until next April. To find out more information visit T2U online at www.ualberta.ca/t2u, or email askt2u@ualberta.ca.
The Academic Advantage is a one day course for high school students, teachers and parents to prepare them for the academic changes and challenges associated with university. It is designed to help students learn to study effectively, take notes in lectures, read textbooks for maximum information, and how to prepare for and take multiple-choice, short-answer, essay and problem-solving exams at the university level. The course costs $80 and is offered on either Saturday August 25, 2007 or Wednesday August 29, 2007 on the U of A campus. To register, or for more information please contact the Academic Support Centre: 780.492.2682 or online: www.ualberta.ca/asctr.
The Academic Advantage is a one day course for high school students, teachers and parents to prepare them for the academic changes and challenges associated with university. It is designed to help students learn to study effectively, take notes in lectures, read textbooks for maximum information, and how to prepare for and take multiple-choice, short-answer, essay and problem-solving exams at the university level. The course costs $80 and is offered on either Saturday August 25, 2007 or Wednesday August 29, 2007 on the U of A campus. To register, or for more information please contact the Academic Support Centre: 780.492.2682 or online: www.ualberta.ca/asctr.
Changes to U of A Scholarship Applications
The application form for Undergraduate Scholarships and Awards is soon going to be available in Bear Tracks! All students, regardless of whether or not they have applied to the University of Alberta, will be able to use Bear Tracks to submit their scholarship applications! Students who have already applied to the University of Alberta can log into their Bear Tracks account to submit their scholarship application, monitor its status, submit an electronic copy of any essay’s, and even accept their award.Students who have not yet applied to the University of Alberta and do not have a Bear Tracks account can log into Bear Tracks as a Guest to submit their scholarship application. Within 72 hours of submitting a scholarship application, applicants will be granted access to Bear Tracks via a University of Alberta Campus Computing ID (CCID), where they will be able to monitor their scholarship application status and even accept their award online.
U of A Application Deadline Extensions
Important extensions to Application Deadlines! Some of our Faculties have extended their deadlines to apply for admission for Fall 2007!
They are:
Augustana - all faculties - June 1, 2007
Agriculture, Forestry and Home Economics - all programs - June 1, 2007
Native Studies - all programs - July 1, 2007
They are:
Augustana - all faculties - June 1, 2007
Agriculture, Forestry and Home Economics - all programs - June 1, 2007
Native Studies - all programs - July 1, 2007
Thursday, May 03, 2007
Michael C. Sifton Memorial Scholarship
These grants, each worth approximately $1000 are awarded to Saskatchewan residents who wish to attend a recognized university or other educational institution. Priority will be given to students planning to study in Saskatchewan and to students residing in central and northern areas of the province.
The following criteria may be considered:
The following criteria may be considered:
- financial need
- personal interests, awards and achievements
- career intentions
- other financial assistance and awards received
Applications are available from The Star Phoenix in Saskatoon.
2007 Apple Scholars Program - Canada
The 2007 Apple Scholars Awards Program (“Program”) is sponsored by Apple Canada Inc. (“Sponsor”). The purpose of this Program is to provide selected students who will be attending a Canadian post secondary educational institution in Fall 2007, with technology and money toward tuition to assist them in using Apple products in innovative ways in their academic pursuits. The Program begins on April 2, 2007, and ends at 11:59 p.m. EDT on May 31, 2007 (the “Program Period”).
Phase One - E-application. Judgment will be rendered based upon the following criteria to select 15 finalists:
Educational background. Applicant’s achievements in high school, both academic and extracurricular, that illustrate high level of performance.
Future aspirations. Applicant’s future academic and professional plans and intent to use technology in future pursuits.
Ability to articulate value of digital media in academic life. Degree to which Applicant can articulate use of technology in studies to the broader student community.
Phase Two (15 Finalists) - 30 second Multimedia piece. Judgment will be rendered based upon the following criteria to select the 5 winners.
Finalists will be contacted by Scholarship America on or before July 19, 2007 to submit their official transcripts and upload a maximum of 30 seconds original multimedia piece directly to Apple that creatively answers the question, “If you had an audience of millions, what would you say?” Multimedia options include any single one or combination of:
Video or Animation
Podcast - audio or video
Original music compilation
Photos (maximum of three stills, unless they are a part of a slide show that can last up to 30 seconds)
Written (100 words will be considered the equivalent to 30 seconds)
See https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/i-applications/applecanada/consent.php? for application forms.
Phase One - E-application. Judgment will be rendered based upon the following criteria to select 15 finalists:
Educational background. Applicant’s achievements in high school, both academic and extracurricular, that illustrate high level of performance.
Future aspirations. Applicant’s future academic and professional plans and intent to use technology in future pursuits.
Ability to articulate value of digital media in academic life. Degree to which Applicant can articulate use of technology in studies to the broader student community.
Phase Two (15 Finalists) - 30 second Multimedia piece. Judgment will be rendered based upon the following criteria to select the 5 winners.
Finalists will be contacted by Scholarship America on or before July 19, 2007 to submit their official transcripts and upload a maximum of 30 seconds original multimedia piece directly to Apple that creatively answers the question, “If you had an audience of millions, what would you say?” Multimedia options include any single one or combination of:
Video or Animation
Podcast - audio or video
Original music compilation
Photos (maximum of three stills, unless they are a part of a slide show that can last up to 30 seconds)
Written (100 words will be considered the equivalent to 30 seconds)
See https://www.scholarshipamerica.org/i-applications/applecanada/consent.php? for application forms.
Luther College "Spend-a-Night"
Luther College at the University of Regina is hosting their annual "Spend-a-Night" at Luther College Residence on May 11-12, 2007.
The main purpose of this event is to introduce students, ages 17 to 21 years to Luther College and all of its services. There, they will meet new people and learn about the university campus. This is a free event and students are encouraged to bring a friend or parent/guardian who also stays for free.
More information is available at www.luthercollege.edu/spendanight
The main purpose of this event is to introduce students, ages 17 to 21 years to Luther College and all of its services. There, they will meet new people and learn about the university campus. This is a free event and students are encouraged to bring a friend or parent/guardian who also stays for free.
More information is available at www.luthercollege.edu/spendanight
Reality Choices On-line Resources
The federal, provincial and territorial governments developed a series of booklets to help young adult consumers make smart choices about the financial topics that matter most to them - - managing credit, financial planning issues, and major purchases.
These booklets are available at http://consumer.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/oca-bc.nsf/en/h_ca02227e.html
These booklets are available at http://consumer.ic.gc.ca/epic/site/oca-bc.nsf/en/h_ca02227e.html
TOWES Website
Click here to have a look at the website regarding the Test of Workplace Essential Skills (TOWES). THis includes "Measure Up" a web-based tool that tests your essential skills, with problems similar to the ones used in TOWES.
http://www.towes.com/home.aspx
http://www.towes.com/home.aspx
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