International Student Online Discussions

9:00 - 10:00 a.m. EDT on Microsoft Teams 

Is studying at Waterloo different than what you are used to in your home country? Understand the expectations of the Canadian university classroom and learn new study skills that you can practice in break-out groups. 

Guests: 

• Peer Success Coaches

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9:00 - 10:00 a.m. EDT on Microsoft Teams

Meet and connect with other international students and learn ways to stay connected online. 

Guests: 

• WUSA representatives
• International Peer Community volunteers

Please note: The date is to be announced at the beginning of September. Check back soon!

April 2: Supporting you during COVID-19

Topics included: 

• Opportunities to maintain community presented by Hayley McDonald, International Student Experience Assistant

• Resources to support health and wellness presented by Dianne Weir-Rowsell, Associate Director of Campus Wellness
• Immigration updates presented by Jessica McCormick and Shannon Chung, Immigration Consultants

Having trouble watching the above video on YouTube? Try this alternative link on v.qq.com.

May 14: Online Learning, Health and Money Matters

Topics include:

• Making the most of online learning presented by Shannon Leis, Academic Support Programs Coordinator
• Understanding your UHIP coverage presented by Gina Moreno, Student Financial Services Analyst
• Financial supports for undergraduates presented by Maureen Jones, Director, Student Awards & Financial Aid
• Financial supports for graduates presented by Heidi Mussar, Associate Director, Graduate Financial Aid and Awards
• Immigration updates presented by Shannon Chung, Immigration Consultant

Having trouble watching the above video on YouTube? Try this alternative link on v.qq.com.

May 28: Filing your taxes in Canada

A representative from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) presented on the basics of how to file your own income tax return and understand more about the Canadian tax system. 

Please note: This session was not recorded due to confidentiality reasons. 

June 18: Housing in Waterloo and Leadership Development

Topics include:

• Supporting students in Waterloo Residences (upper-year and grads) presented by Delores Lanni, Residence Life Coordinator
• Searching for off-campus housing presented by Abigail Joza, Coordinator of Residence Ambassadors
• Leadership development opportunities presented by Jill Knight, Peer Mentorship and Student Leadership Program Coordinator

If you have questions about the discussions, or would like to submit your question to a panelist ahead of time, please email ise@uwaterloo.ca.