Leadership opportunities for next year? Heck yes!

Okay, so that hiatus we mentioned? We're taking a break from that break to bring a quick message to you all.

Do you enjoy helping others and contributing towards their overall university experience? Want to get involved in awesome programs and be part of the Student Success Centre family? Enthusiastic and a team worker? Well...

The Student Success Centre would like to let you know that our applications are now available for leadership positions for 2011!

Please visit: https://careercentral.uwo.ca/ to find the applications and a description of what each position entails. Go to the jobs tab and then search for positions. All positions are posted the following way: Student Success Centre- LAMP Peer Mentor or Student Success Centre - SAO Leader etc....

We require you to complete the fillable PDF document, save it and then upload it as a writing sample. We also would like you to submit a resume and your references.

Applications are due between January 10-20th (depending on the position you are applying for).

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to send them to: success_applications@uwo.ca.

Not sure what to apply for? Head on over to this page and explore away.

What are you waiting for? Brush up that resume and get applying! We look forward to your application!

Good Luck on Your Exams and Happy Holidays!

On behalf of us all from LAMP...

Good luck on your exams and Happy Holidays!
See you in 2011!

Notice: Dec 8th Event is CANCELLED

Due to the weather conditions, the LAMP Event at MedSyd tomorrow (Dec 8th) is CANCELLED.

Where will you be on Dec 8th?

Pre-exam stress getting to you yet? Fact: Taking small breaks between studying is more beneficial than you think. So take a break from reading that text book and come out to the LAMP event on Wednesday, December 8th!

Dec 9th : The Student Success Centre Holiday Open House

If you're interested in a leadership position on campus next year, attending this event is highly recommended!

Mark your calendars! Thursday, December 9th, 1:30pm-4:00pm @ UCC 210

I Wish I'd Known Sooner #3 - Weldon is Overrated: Alternative Places to Study

Ah yes, nothing says holidays are approaching than trying to find a place to study for your winter exams.

Think finding a parking spot on Christmas Eve is impossible? Try finding a cubicle in Weldon at 2pm, weekday or weekend once the last week of classes hit. In fact, if you think that getting to Weldon after lunch on a Sunday will guarantee you a spot, think again. That spot with the electrical plug? Prime real estate.

Holidays are supposed to be a time of sharing, right? Wrong. At least, not when it comes to study spaces; one student will spread their notes across a big table in Weldon's basement, and no, they aren't exactly saving a spot for their study buddy.


So here is the last bit of advice for you before the holidays, because contrary to popular belief, Weldon is not the only library (or study space) on campus. Use it well.

1. Faculty Libraries
Those science kids are intense when it comes to studying at Taylor Library, and it's not just during exam time. I've seen people line up outside the library 15 minutes before it opens during exams, I'm not kidding. If you want peace and quiet, head to the bottom floors where you can set up shop in a cubicle. The Stacks are also a good quiet place to study, but you'll hear footsteps from the floor above you. The Music Library in Talbot College is small, with only a couple tables, but it's also another option. Check out the full list of libraries!

The affiliate colleges (King's, Brescia and Huron) also have libraries that usually aren't too busy. I hear the one at Brescia is really nice and very Harry Potter-esque.

2. Classroom buildings
If you're lucky, sometimes you'll find a free classroom to study in- imagine, all that open space! Social Sci is a good building to start with, otherwise, public spaces (such as Centre Spot in UCC, Lucy's in Somerville House) are also good options if you study well with background noise.


3. Western Rec Centre
Perfect for the student who needs some background noise and movement while they study. Busy location, but I mean, everyone there is plugged into their iPods, intent on their workout and won't bother you.

4. Rez Study rooms
Sometimes, trying to study in your Rez room can be really distracting. Luckily, there are study rooms available. Super handy, an added bonus is that you don't have to leave your Rez!

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So how many of you know of The Student Success Centre? This is how I see it, The Student Success Centre is like that well connected acquaintance that you always keep in touch with: they're a great resource and most likely would say "oh yeah, I know someone in that line of work, let me get you his/her contact".

If you want the latest updates brought directly to your Facebook home page on employer meet and greets, workshops, networking events, info sessions and much more, then you need to check out their Facebook page. Who knows, maybe your future job will result from one of these events!

There have been some big names in the past who have come to these events to recruit, such as IBM, Imperial Oil, RIM, Labatt and Deloitte. Just sayin'.