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
In-person drop-in advising
In-person drop-in advising is available every Tuesday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the fall term.
- John's office: Sweeney Hall 1014A
- Britt's office: Sweeney Hall 1017
- Drop-in advising location may occasionally change to an alternate location. Please check the advisor's whiteboard outside their office for updated information.
Online advising with John
Online drop-in advising is available every Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Microsoft Teams OR the phone.
- Log onto Microsoft Teams OR call John's office number: 519-884-8111 x 28241
- Through the chat function in Teams, look up John Arnou and send a message notifying John that you want to connect for drop-in advising.
- John will reply to confirm availability and preference for a Microsoft Teams video call or a phone appointment.
Peer Academic Leaders
Peer Academic Leaders are current upper-year students that can support you with:
- Building effective study habits
- Provide tips for exam preparation
- Offer advice on declaring your major
- Guidance on career options
From campus events to study sessions and workshops, our Peer Academic Leaders provide mentorship to all incoming co-registered first-year students. Contact our Peer Academic Leaders by email at sjupals@uwaterloo.ca.
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 in collaboration with the Well-link Lab
CMHA Mood Walks
A 4-week, themed therapeutic walking series. Each walk we will explore a different theme centred around mental health. Join us for all four walks, or come as you please.
Wednesday, September 17 - Environmental Wellness (Orientation Walk)
Wednesday, September 24 - Social Wellness (Making Connections Walk)
Wednesday, October 1 - Mental Wellness (Mindful Exercise Walk)
Wednesday, October 8 - Creative Wellness (Photovoice Walk)
Meeting point: Sweeney Hall Main Reception at 1:00 p.m. Each walk will be 45 minutes long.
Mental Health First Aid Essentials
Friday, November 14th, 9:00 a.m. To 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, November 14th, 9:00 a.m. To 4:30 p.m.
Open to all undergraduate students. Registration is required. Please visit the WUSA events page for information and to register:
Social drop-in dates and times
| Term | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 |
Wednesday and Thursday 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Well-Link Lab (SJ1 3022) |
2025 Wellness Workshops
| September Workshops | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wellness Booth – Student Life Fair | Friday, September 5, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. | SJ2 Atrium |
| Diamond Wellness Social | Thursday, September 11, 2:30 p.m. to 4:20 p.m. | Well-Link (SJ1 3022) |
| CMHA Mood Walks |
Wednesday, September 17, 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 1:00 p.m. |
Meeting place: SJU Main Reception Walk: Around Ring Rd. |
|
Managing Test Anxiety & Test Taking Strategies |
Thursday, September 25, 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. | SJU Caf/Community Centre |
| October Workshops | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| CMHA Mood Walks |
Wednesday, October 1, 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 8, 1:00 p.m. |
Meeting place: SJU Main Reception Walk: Around Ring Rd. |
| Therapy Dogs | Monday, October 6, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. | Sweeney Hall Fireplace Lounge |
|
Release Breathwork Workshop: Movement, Breath, and Guided Reflection |
Tuesday, October 7, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Sweeney Hall Fireplace Lounge |
| Navigating Toxic Relationships & Setting Boundaries Workshop (led by Shannyn Stevens of Anchoridge Counselling) | This workshop has been rescheduled. Keep an eye out for future dates coming soon! | |
| Healthy Sleep |
Friday, October 24, 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
SJ1 Library, Room 2011 |
| November Workshops | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
|
Release Breathwork Workshop: Movement, Breath, and Guided Reflection |
Tuesday November 4, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Sweeney Hall Fireplace Lounge |
|
Therapy Dogs |
Monday, November 17, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. | Sweeney Hall Fireplace Lounge |
| Rest & Relaxation | Friday, November 21, 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. | SJ1 Library, Room 2011 |
| December Workshops | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
|
Release Breathwork Workshop: Movement, Breath, and Guided Reflection |
Tuesday, December 2, 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | Sweeney Hall Fireplace Lounge |
Weekly Wellness Supports
| Workshop | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| UW MATES Peer Support |
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Sweeney Hall 1012 |
| Social Drop-In @ Well Link |
Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
Well Link Lab – SJ1, 3022 |
Additional University of Waterloo Resources
As a co-registered student, you also have access to the University of Waterloo facilities and resources.