Financial Literacy Workshop Thursday, February 11, 2:00PM

Seneca@York, Rm S1209

The Amazing Financial Race Workshop Friday, February 26, 2:00PM,

Newnham Rm: A1531

FIRSTS FIRST A Newsletter For First Generation Students

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Studying: Small Changes 1

College Events/Resources 1-2 Survey Says…. 2

F e b r u a r y 2 0 1 6 V o l u m e 1 , I s s u e 1

You did it! You made it through the first month of a new semester! By this time, you would have spent time in class focused on getting to know your instructor, getting a nice broad overview of the topics to be studied, and are just beginning to scratch the surface of content to be learned.

So, If you haven’t already, fasten your seatbelt and prepare for an intense amount of learn-ing from this point forward.

While you are going through what could be an intense time of the semester, be aware that it is normal for many students to feel overwhelmed, either by the sheer amount or the complexity of content that they need to absorb as the term progresses. Small changes in your routine, like tackling your least favorite subject first, or studying the most difficult topic at bedtime, can make a real difference, as to what you are able to understand and retain.

So take just a few minutes to review some quick study tips that can help you to stay motivated and in your best learning mode. Don’t forget that you are not alone, and that more help, such as tutors and workshops, are always available through our

Seneca Learning Centre. It is all possible!

First Generation Student: a student whose PARENTS DID NOT attend a post-secondary institution. Even if your siblings attended a post-secondary institution, if your parents didn’t, you ARE still considered a First Generation student.

COLLEGE EVENTS / RESOURCES

The end of winter 2016 semester will be here before you know it. Plan ahead so you don’t miss the events listed below, or the chance to win a $50 Gift Card!

What is the Seneca Leadership Institute?

The Leadership Institute is a 2 day leadership conference that will bring together 100+ Seneca students for work-shops, activities and inspiring keynote addresses. It is FREE to all full-time Seneca College students.

March 1st and 2nd at Newnham Campus Update your resume, meet new friends, and build your leadership skills! Click below for more information: Seneca Leadership Institute

Click here to register

Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, "I will try again tomorrow." Mary Anne Radmacher

Grit Equals Success Grit is defined as “perseverance and passion,” or “the tendency to sustain interest in and effort toward very long-term goals.” Cultivating grit can mean the difference between success and failure. Through the Authentic Grit online workshop you will learn 3 things you can choose to do each day to increase your chances of developing grit. Email student.leadership@senecacollege.ca to receive instructions on completing this online workshop.

Click here to register

STUDYING: SMALL CHANGES, BIG REWARDS

Important Academic Dates

Below is a list of some of the most important dates worth

marking on your calendar:

Feb. 29 - Mar. 4, 2016 - Study Week

Mar. 18, 2016 - Last day to drop course(s) and receive a DNC

(Did Not Complete) grade

April 13, 2016 - Open Enrolment begins for Summer Term 2016

on Student Centre

April 18 - 22, 2016 - Final Exam Period

Click here to see and print the full List of Important Academic Dates

COLLEGE EVENTS / RESOURCES

The Help Tree

First year, First Generation or not, you may need to seek assistance at some point. The Seneca Student Help Tree is a recommended place to start! If you are still wondering if there is more, there is… drop into Student Services for further direction.

Click here to see and print the full document

Buddy Up With a SMILE Mentor

Wish you could get the answers you need from someone who has been there? DONE! Seneca College has a free, unique program designed to help new students make the most of their college life. SMILE or “Student Mentoring in Life and Education” offers new students a great opportunity to connect with a senior student mentor in their program area who can support them in their transition into the College. See more information by clicking online here!

SURVEY SAYS…….

Please see the link (below) to an online survey for all First Gen students. PLEASE take 5 minutes to complete it, and let us know what we can do to improve your Seneca student experience. The feedback is so important in building programs and making changes that suit you.

Click here to complete the

online survey

Link to online survey: http://survey.senecac.on.ca/perseus/se.ashx?s=381B5FE5729C94F3

Your name will be entered into a

draw for multiple GIFT CARDS!

“Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope

and dream, which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation” President John F. Kennedy