Victoria Commuter Connections Program

Victoria College is starting a Commuter Mentorship Program next year - the Victoria Commuter Connections Program (VCCC) - and we are looking for mentors!

Program Description:

VCCC has been created to address the challenges that arise for students making the transition from high school to university studies. The program is designed to guide students in their efforts to achieve their academic, social and personal goals as a new university student.

The program will support the unique needs of first year commuter students and will provide participants with the opportunity to learn and grow through guidance, communication and leadership of a supportive community.

The mentors will serve as an anchor and a guide to the mentees; helping the mentees overcome the challenges of first year with careful guidance and positive support. Mentors help students by listening, providing feedback, providing information and support, encouraging and inspiring, and sharing relevant knowledge.
Mentors will be paired up and assigned a group of 4-5 mentees in the same area of residence and general area of study. Mentor pairs will be assigned to one commuter don who will be their support.

The commitment of being a mentor is 5-10 hours a month starting in September 2012.

As a mentor you will be expected to:
- Have a CGPA of +2.0
- Submit an application Thursday, March 22, 2012
- Attend the Mentor Hiring Carousel on Friday, March 23 or Saturday, March 24
- Attend New Leader Day on Saturday, March 31, 2012
- Attend Mentor Training on Friday, September 14, 2012
- Attend monthly Victoria College Commuter Connections sessions
- Submit monthly reports to the commuter dons
- Meet with commuter dons twice a semester
- Meet with your mentees at least once month

Click HERE for the application and please visit the Victoria University website for more information.

Applications are due Thursday, March 22, 2012.

Lounging Postponed!

Due to scheduling difficulties (i.e. grad photos occupying the Commuter Lounge), Lounging will be postponed this week and will resume NEXT Thursday from 4pm - 6pm.

Sorry for the inconvenience! We hope to get Lounging back on with consistency soon!

Let's Talk at Vic: Mental Health Awareness

Did you know that 1 in 5 Canadian are affected by mental illness, and many are afraid to ask for help because of the stigma surrounding it. So let's talk about it and create an environment where we are informed and not afraid to have a conversation about mental health.

Come out and engage in fun interactive workshops and yoga that will help you become aware about mental health, and also learn about ways to keep yourself and people around you mentally healthy

Refreshments will be served and yoga mats will also be provided!

When: Thursday, February 16th 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Where: Alumni Hall, Old Vic

Mid-Term Overnight Study Space!

Due to the popularity of the overnight study space during traditional exam time, Vic is expanding the program for the mid-term season as well!

Burwash Dining Hall will be open for overnight studying for all Vic students on the listed days (below).Vic recognizes that it is sometimes a challenge and an added stress to find space for group study and even for individual late-night study. Snacks and beverages are available, and the hall will be staffed all night!

Free overnight study space will be available the week before Reading Week:...

Tuesday, February 14
Wednesday, February 15

...and after Reading Week:

Monday, February 27
Tuesday, February 28
Wednesday, February 29

Burwash Dining Hall will be open until 7 AM on each of the days indicated.

Commuter Don Survey!

Hey guys!

Please take a couple minutes to fill out this brief survey relating to the Commuter Don position. We'd love to know what you think and value your feedback! You'll also have a chance to win a $10 Tim Hortons gift card (there will be 3 winners). It's a short 10-question survey so you'll be done in no time at all!

Click here to take the survey.

Commuter Don 2012/2013 Applications!

The applications for next year's Don Team can now be found on the Victoria College website.

Apply today!

LOUNGING IS BACK!

After an unfortunate two-week delay, Lounging in the Lounge is coming back THIS WEEK on a new date and time!

Lounging will now be taking place weekly, EVERY Thursday from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM, with the first one this semester occurring THIS January 26th!

Cookies, tea, and coffee will be provided (as always)!

We hope to see you there!