Student Advisors
At St. Jerome’s University, co-registered students, Sexualities, Relationships, and Families (SRF) students, and Health Humanities students will benefit from our on-site Student Advisors. Our advisors are available by appointment and during drop-in hours to provide support and guidance on the following:
- Goal setting and action plans
- Academic program requirements, majors/minors
- Course enrolment, overrides, petitions
- Co-op, service-learning
- Connecting with campus resources and supports
- Getting involved and volunteer opportunities
- Future planning (careers and graduate studies)
- Identifying and navigating obstacles
- University policies and regulations
Drop-in advising
Fall 2026
Wednesdays from 2:00-6:00p.m. (beginning September 16)
Britt
Visit Britt in her office: SH 1017 at St. Jerome’s OR message Britt on MS Teams to connect online.
John
Visit John in their office: SH 1014A at St. Jerome’s OR message John on MS Teams to connect online.
*If one advisor is away for the week, please connect with the other!
Britt's Areas of Advising
- First-Year Honours Arts and Honours Arts & Business (St. Jerome's co-registered)
- Sexualities, Relationships, and Families (all students)
- Health Humanities, Italian, and Italian Studies (all students)
John's Areas of Advising
- Upper-Year Arts (St. Jerome's co-registered, all majors and minors)
- Upper-Year Arts and Business (St. Jerome's co-registered)
- Liberal Studies (St. Jerome's co-registered)
Peer Academic Leaders
Peer Academic Leaders are upper-year students from various programs and faculties that can act as a mentor and coach and can support you with:
- Academic wellness
- Transition into university
- Connecting to campus resources
- Goal setting
- Time management and balance
- Exam preparation and effective study habits
- ...and much more!
You can chat with any Peer Academic Leader, but there are also PALs for specific faculties if you have more specific questions.
Keep in mind — PALs are not tutors, but are peer academic coaches who can help you find the right academic habits and resources that work for you.
From campus events to study sessions and workshops, our Peer Academic Leaders provide mentorship to all incoming co-registered first-year students, our off-campus community (OCC), and students living in the St. Jerome's residences.
Contact our Peer Academic Leaders by email at sjupals@uwaterloo.ca or by clicking the booking link below!
Wellness supports
At St. Jerome’s University, co-registered students or students in residence will have access to and benefit from our on-site Wellness Coordinator. Our stepped-care approach to wellness involves both preventative and proactive support – including the individual's physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects.
Our Wellness Coordinator provides guidance and access to the following:
- Confidential wellness coaching
- Connecting you to wellness supports across campus
- Peer support and drop-in programming
Fall 2026
Ask a Wellness Professional
Drop by the SJU library and connect with Angelina, Registered Social Worker, and Sarah, Registered Psychotherapist, about any wellness questions you have! Have questions about mental health or addictions for yourself, a loved one, or just in general? Come on by! Open to all, drop-in style.
Wednesday, September 30, 1:00–3:00p.m.
Wednesday, October 28, 1:00–3:00p.m.
Wednesday, November 25, 1:00–3:00p.m.
Wellness Wednesdays
Join our Wellness Coordinator every 3rd Wednesday of the month for a themed wellness workshop, tailored to supporting you through Fall term!
6:00p.m. to 6:45p.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Getting Organized
Wednesday, September 23
Time Management and Procrastination
Wednesday, October 21
Managing Test Anxiety
Wednesday, October 21
*This workshop is an addition to the Wellness Wednesday offering and happens at a different location:
1:00-2:00p.m. | SJU Academic Centre (SJ2) Rm. 2001
Rest and Healthy Sleep
Wednesday, November 18
Social Steps:
A drop-in social-therapeutic walking series. Join us on Wednesdays in September and October to get your steps in & connect! Come for all 4 walks or join as you please. Each walk will include a stop at a coffee shop on campus – enjoy a drink on us!
Meeting point: Sweeney Hall Main Reception at 12:15p.m. Each walk will be ~30 minutes long.
Wednesday, September 30
Wednesday, October 7
Wednesday, October 21
Wednesday, October 28
Therapy Dogs
Sweeney Hall Fireplace Lounge
Monday, October 5, 7:00-8:00p.m.
Tuesday, November 17, 7:00-8:00p.m.
Grief Education and Support Group
Join Anthony Lavender (Registered Psychotherapist, Qualifying) in a supportive space to learn about and explore grief and connect with others. All experiences of loss are welcomed. The session is divided between learning and discussion.
Thursdays - October 22, 29, November 5, 12
6:30-7:30p.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Daylight on Demand
SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) light therapy lamps are available to rent through the SJU Library, giving you a safe and effective way to boost mood, energy, and focus if you find you're not getting out enough this fall. These lamps mimic natural daylight, helping to regulate mood & sleep and support overall wellbeing – perfect for staying motivated!
Weekly wellness supports
Social Drop In (Ongoing)
Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30p.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Thursdays, 2:30-4:30p.m. | Sweenye Hall 1012
Morning Affirmations (Ongoing)
Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays
9:00-9:30a.m. | Sweeney Hall 1012
Lunchtime Yoga
Mondays, 12:30-1:15p.m. | RS Gymnasium
UW Mates Satellite Office – Peer Support
Mondays, time TBD | Sweeney Hall 1012
Additional University of Waterloo Resources
As a co-registered student, you also have access to the University of Waterloo facilities and resources.