The new year (and new term ) is an ideal time to reflect on how your studies are going and everything you can do to take your university experience to the next level. Here are seven big ideas:
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7 ways to take your studies to the next level
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Events and activities
Jan 15
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Mar 26
KORSA Therapeutic Program
Learn how to face mental health challenges, like stress, anxiety, burnout, and more.
Jan 30
Taste the season: free maple taffy!
Join us for this special event and experience a fun winter tradition. Don’t miss your chance to indulge in this tasty treat!…
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January 20 to 24: Sexual Violence Prevention Week
Discover how you can play a role in fostering a safer, more respectful campus community. Learn more about consent, bystander intervention and resources available at the University of Ottawa by taking part in activities organized by the uOttawa Human Rights Office’s Sexual Violence Prevention and Response team and partners.
January 24: Check important dates
Stay on track this winter term by checking important dates and deadlines. For example, January 24 is the last day to pay your tuition without late fees and the last day to withdraw from a course or activity and receive a financial credit.
Until February 14: Jobs for winter term
You’ve got a lot going right now, but if you want to shore up your finances and gain great work experience on campus, uOttawa’s Work-Study Program is now hiring for the Winter term. Other part-time casual jobs may be available. Good luck!
From January 10 to February 28: Become a Peer Wellness Program volunteer
Volunteer as a peer wellness educator to help your peers make informed decisions about their health and wellness. Earn hours for your Co-curricular Record, meet other students, enjoy a flexible schedule and contribute to a culture of wellness. Apply starting January 10 to start in August 2025.
Gain hands-on experience as a volunteer
Contribute to positive change as you gain job skills in your field of study and strengthen your resumé. Volunteer opportunities this winter term include tutoring, helping people with dementia or experiencing homelessness, taking part in the Outaouais Film Festival and more.
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Student voices
Read about all the amazing things that students like you are achieving, experiencing and enjoying as they study at the University of Ottawa. Discover why this is truly the place for open minds and brighter futures.
Student experience
Student experience
What we learned on our international exchange
If you’re looking for personal growth, exposure to different cultures and career-boosting life skills, going on an international exchange is just the …
Health and wellness
Health and wellness
Accepting a helping hand
Second-year arts student Amélie Bouthillier describes how reaching out for help when she was struggling with her courses led to her discovering she ha…
Student experience
Student experience
Inside International House
Guest contributor to The Gee, Anaïs Rezaique, who is a fourth-year student in international development and globalization, and has been International …
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