We present another issue of the Concordia Philosophy Student Weekly Tabloid! Bringing you all the hottest and best events and relevant philosophy news.

This week, we disseminate news about:

  • Student feedback
  • A mental health workshop
  • A JMSB graduate diploma & certificates information session
  • An academic offence workshop
  • New (Fall 2022) student events and information sessions
  • Frosh for Arts and Science Students
  • Job Opportunities
  • Course textbooks
  • 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.

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

More info

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

More info

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

Event details and to register

Workshops and Events for New Students

August is an exciting time for new students. You may be beginning a new journey, moving off on your own for the first time, or attending your first higher education institution! It can be overwhelming; however, fear not, the Student Success Center is hosting a range of activities to PREPARE you for success.

The Student Success Center is hosting new student PREPARE events: several group sessions, social activities, and tours for students throughout August.

Some of these events include:

  • Q&A with academic advising and services staff (weekly on Wednesdays)
  • Info sessions on renting and signing a lease (August 4, 11, and 23)
  • Explore Montreal (August 5)
  • Info sessions on searching for housing in Montreal (August 9, 16, 18, 24, and 29)
  • New student tours of the campuses and different faculties (SGW: August 10 & 24; Faculty of Arts and Sciences: August 12 & 24)
  • What to expect about living in Montreal (August 16)
  • Meet a friend online (August 19) or on campus (August 30 & 31)
  • DISCOVER virtual orientation (August 25)
  • Scavenger Game (August 31)
  • CONNECT orientation events (August 30 & 31)

Who: Student Success Center
What: Various group sessions, social activities, and tours
Where: Online and in person
When: Various dates throughout August

Get a jump start and PREPARE for living in Montreal and attending Concordia University!

More events will be offered in September.

See the calendar of all the events

FROSH for Arts and Science Students

The Arts and Science Federation of Associations (ASFA) is already selling tickets for Frosh!

Frosh takes place from August 31-September 3rd 2022 and involves many events where you can have fun and meet students. You’ll be put in a team with other Froshees and your Frosh leader to compete in multiple events and various challenges throughout the week.

Events include:

  • Student Fair, BBQ, and DJ in the Loyola Quad
  • A night of dancing at Cafe Campus
  • Escape room
  • Pub crawl/tour
  • Brunch

Don’t delay! Tickets are selling fast and all the early bird tickets are already sold out!

There will be alcohol at many events, but there are alcohol-free events and tickets for those under 18 years of age (legal drinking age in Quebec).

They only have tickets for the entire 4 days, but single-day passes will be available soon.

Who: ASFA
What: Frosh!
When: August 31st-September 3rd
Where: Various locations
How much: from 50$ – 150$

More info and purchase tickets

Job Opportunity with People’s Potato

The People’s Potato is a student group which serves free vegan and vegetarian meals to students several times per week at the 7th floor of the Hall building.

They are looking for a new collective member. Duties will include:

  • Cooking & cleaning
  • Picking up food donations
  • Portfolio work
  • Organizing workshops
  • Coordinating volunteers
  • Kitchen administration and finance

Time commitment: 25 hours/week (2-3 shifts)
Salary: 22.00$/hr.

Who: People’s Potato
What: Part-time job opportunity
When: Deadline to apply is August 12th; position starts August 29th

See the full job listing

Job Opportunities with the CSU

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
  • 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

For even more information, see the most recent CSU newsletter.

Application are due August 7th, 2022.

Course Textbooks at the Concordia Bookstore

As the semester approaches, the bookstore website has finally opened book purchases for Fall 2022. You can find your required course texts on the Concordia Bookstore website (www.bkstr.com/concordiastore).

It seems like the physical books are not yet stocked, but they should get their stock in the coming weeks. There’s also some digital versions available.

Who: Concordia Bookstore
What: Course book purchasing
Where: The Concordia bookstore website and at their in-person store (Webster Library building)

Drug Test Kits

On behalf of the Canadian Students for Sensible Drug Policy (CssDP Concordia), every Friday from 12-4pm the Frigo Vert is offering free take-home drug testing kits.

  • 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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