Here’s this week’s issue of the Concordia Philosophy Student Weekly Tabloid! Bringing you all the hottest and best events and relevant philosophy news.
This week, we disseminate new about:
- Sending student feedback
- A course registration workshop
- A movie screening
- A mental health workshop
- A JMSB graduate diploma & certificates information session
- An academic offence workshop
- Volunteer job opportunities with the CSU
- Free drug testing kits
Student Feedback on Philosophy Student Difficulties
We’re looking for your feedback on what type of (common) issues, difficulties, or confusions you have as a philosophy student. Problems with course books, grades, professors, classes, the program, degree requirements, registration, navigating the university, harassment, etc.. Anything related to being a philosophy student.
Feel free to leave a comment on this post.
Your responses are appreciated and will help us in crafting our upcoming philosophy student guide!
If you’d like to make an anonymous/confidential comment, you can email [community dot sophia at asfa dot ca]. We’ll keep your response confidential.
Workshop on Using the Course Registration System
Are you a new student starting in Fall 2022? Are you confused about the registration system and process? Fear not! The Welcome Crew Mentors are here to help you out!
The Welcome Crew Mentors are offering a workshop and “will explain the basics of using the online Student Hub including My CU Account and the Student Centre. The Mentors will also show you how to add, drop and swap courses all while getting helpful tips on registration best practices.”
Only students starting their courses in Fall 2022 can register to attend.
Who: Welcome Crew Mentors
What: A workshop on using the course registration system
Where: Online
When: July 28, 1:30-2:30pm
They also offer this workshop on August 11th.
Movie Screening with Discussion and Reception: Seeing Thousands
The Concordia University Risk Research Working Group is hosting a film screening, reception, and discussion on a documentary of Yves Yomb, a human rights activist, sexual minority member and HIV activist.
Who: Concordia University Risk Research Working Group
What: Film screening, with discussion
When: August 1st, 6-10pm
Where: John Molson Building (MB), Concordia Conference Center, 9th floor
Mental Health Workshop: Rewire your Mindset to Enhance Confidence
Join Tania Epremian (BAdmin 10), aka “Coach T”, and discover how to rewire your brain, shut down the negative voice that is holding you back, reframe your thoughts, and increase your confidence.
Who: Tania Epremian
What: Mental health and wellness workshop
When: August 3rd, 1-2pm
Where: Online
John Molson Graduate Diploma & Certificates Online Information Session
Graduating soon? Unsure of what to do after your degree? Don’t feel satisfied that your philosophy degree is providing useful skills for the business world?
The common stereotype is that philosophy degrees have been touted as “useless” and “unmarketable”. If so, then it might be useful to complement your degree with advanced studies in business! A post-secondary credential can give you practical business skills and provides a competitive edge in the business field. Find out more by attending the JMSB graduate diploma and certificates information session.
Hosted online and registration is required.
Who: Graduate Student Recruitment Office & John Molson School of Business
What: Information session on JMSB graduate diplomas and certificates
When: August 4th, 12-1pm
Where: Online
Academic Offence Workshop
Did you know that most academic offences are in fact unintentional? Do you want to know what’s considered an academic offence? The most common academic offence is unintentional plagiarism.
The Student Success Center is hosting a workshop titled: “Cheating and other academic offences: everything you should know!” In the workshop, they will go over unintentional academic offences and Academic Code of Conduct.
Who: Student Success Center, Student Learning Services
What: A workshop on academic offences
When: August 4th, 1-2pm
Where: Online
Job Opportunities
The Concordia Student Union is making a call to fill up their board of members for several of their committees.
These are all volunteer positions that can be added to your co-curricular record. It’s great experience to add to your resume. The time commitment is usually several hours per month (probably about anywhere from 5-20 hours depending on the position).
By getting involved in these committees, you can have an impact on student life and have voting power on decisions taken within the university. For instance, on the university Senate, you get to vote on any academic decisions, changes to curriculum, and new rules and regulations. On the Judicial Board, you can influence CSU procedural and policy-related issues.
This is a great chance to flex or develop your rhetoric, public speaking, or decision-making skills, and apply your knowledge of ethics where applicable.
- Judicial Board Member
- The Judicial Board is the independent judiciary branch of the Concordia Student Union, responsible for resolving procedural, internal, and/or policy-oriented issues.
- How to apply: Email your cover letter and CV to appointments@csu.qc.ca with “Judicial Board Member – Fall 2022” as the subject line.
- Learn more: https://csu.qc.ca/about-us/judicial-board
- Sexual Violence Accountability Committee Community Member
- The Sexual Violence Accountability Committee’s duty is to review cases of sexual misconduct and assault in relation to CSU elected and appointed members.
- How to apply: Please email your cover letter and CV to appointments@csu.qc.ca with “SVAC Committee Member – Fall 2020” as the email subject line.
- Standing Committee on Sexual Misconduct Member
- Information to come soon
- Information to come soon
- University Examinations Committee Member
- The University Examinations Committee is responsible for issuing special exceptions for exams.
- How to apply: Please email your cover letter and CV to appointments@csu.qc.ca with “University Examinations Committee – Fall 2022” as the email subject line.
- Student Tribunal Pool Member
- Students appointed to the Student Tribunal Pool will work alongside the Office of Student Tribunals on several student tribunal hearings.
- How to apply: Please email your cover letter and CV to appointments@csu.qc.ca with “Student Tribunal Pool Member – Fall 2022” as the email subject line.
- Learn more: https://www.concordia.ca/students/tribunals.html
- Council on Student Life Member
- The Concordia Council of Student Life (CCSL) oversees all of the services offered at Concordia and is responsible for the student experience outside of the classroom.
- How to apply: Please email your CV and cover letter to appointments@csu.qc.ca with the subject line “CCSL Committee Member – Fall 2022” as the email subject line.
- Learn more: https://www.concordia.ca/offices/ccsl.html
- Senate Member
- The Senate is where Concordia University makes academic decisions, approves new courses, and develops rules and regulations.
- How to apply: Please email your cover letter and CV to appointments@csu.qc.ca with “Senate – Fall 2022” as the email subject line.
- Learn more: https://www.concordia.ca/about/administration-governance/board-senate/senate.html
For even more information, see the most recent CSU newsletter.
Application are due August 7th, 2022.
Drug Test Kits
On behalf of the Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy (CssDP Concordia), The Frigo Vert is offering free drug testing kits to take home every Friday from 12-4pm.
- Kits available to take home
- Confidential & anonymous
- Non-judgmental
- Wheelchair accessible
- Fentanyl strips available
- Private gender-neutral bathroom
What: Free drug test kits
When: Every Friday from 12-4pm
Where: Le Frigo Vert (1440 Mackay St.)
Stay safe and responsible with drug use.
Do you know of any cool philosophy-related events in Montreal or the Concordia Community? Please let us know and we will advertise them here!
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