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Mentoring and peer support

There are over 200 mentors on campus and even more students who are ready to help you and support you academically and socially during your time at uOttawa.
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Find a mentor

No one is better equipped to support you in your studies and life at university than our student mentors. They can answer your questions and help you with a given task, based on your interests, your hometown or country, your program, or even your preferred language. They’re just waiting for you to contact them: you get to decide what role they’ll play at your side!

Check out the Regional Mentoring Centre!
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Faculty-specific student mentoring centres

Find your faculty mentoring centre:

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Wellness support

Peer support is a great way to speak to someone who can relate to the challenges you may be facing. Our peer helpers are familiar with the challenges of university life. They often study in fields like medicine, psychology, or social work, and are trained to listen and provide informal emotional support.
Drop in or book a free, confidential support session with a peer!
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Join the conversation on social media

Now that you’re a member of the Gee-Gees Family, why not subscribe to the following @uOttawaCampus accounts to find out about social and cultural events and get access to student resources.

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Living learning and themed communities

No matter what you are studying, participation in a Living Learning Community or Themed Community is a great opportunity to connect with your peers and develop your community – beyond the classroom!

Find out more about learning in residence.
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Meet new people

There are plenty of sports and social activities on campus and in the National Capital Region where you can meet new people.