Academic Preparation Week

In this interactive webinar you will learn about the differences in academic expectations from high school to university and how to use your syllabus to your advantage. You will also hear some senior student tips for a successful first semester . Registration is required.

Can't make this session? Check out our asynchronous module!

Asynchronous module for academic expectations session.

Academic Expectations

You may need to refine or discover new academic skills and strategies to help you succeed in university. Join us to learn some quick tips and tricks to help you prepare for the university classroom. We will discuss strategies for reading, note-taking, studying, and online learning. Registration is required.

Can't make this session? Check out our asynchronous module!

Asynchronous module for academic skills: reading, note-taking, online learning, and studying session.

Academic Skills: Reading, Note-Taking, Online Learning, and Studying

What does it mean to be happy? In this lecture we’ll explore the science behind happiness and well-being. Using theories and evidence from philosophy and psychology, we’ll discuss what happiness is (and what it is not), what makes us happy (spoiler alert: it’s not money!), and how to distinguish scientific evidence from “pop” psychology theories of happiness. We’ll wrap up with some evidence-based techniques for improving your own well-being. Registration is required.

Many of us find learning math, and subjects that involve a lot of math, challenging. During this workshop, we will discuss why this might be, identifying factors related to the nature of math itself, as well as to ourselves. Then we will look at some key strategies you can try in your courses this year which can help make learning math more effective!

This session is open to all students who are studying in fully online programs (such as Public Safety or Criminology and Policing).

If you are looking to stay connected, find your community and succeed in your online courses, this session is for you! We’ll start by discussing how to find and access a variety of virtual resources and supports that are available to assist you throughout your degree, such as Academic Advising, the Student Success team, Career Centre, Student Care team and more! We’ll also chat about some strategies you can use to get a strong start, get organized and stay motivated throughout the term. Registration is required.

This mock lecture will look at the impact of toxic fandoms from ‘review-bombing’ movies and/or video games to online harassment on social media. We will define ‘toxic fandoms’, look at specific case studies, and discuss these cases in the context of subcultural theories of deviance. Registration is required.

Nervous about writing university-level assignments? Not to worry! Writing Services can help you make the transition from high school to university writing.  In this workshop, we’ll talk about the differences between high school writing assignments and university writing assignments. We’ll also talk about how to use university-level writing strategies to brainstorm, compose, and revise the assignments you’ll get at this new stage of education. Registration is required.

Join the Bookstore team to learn more about textbooks and course materials! Learn about the differences between textbook options, how to order your materials, and get your questions answered by the experts. Registration is required.

Laurier Librarians will introduce you to the services and supports offered by the Laurier Library across all campuses and online. We will discuss getting research help, finding your subject librarian, accessing course reserves, and using OMNI to find research material for your classes. Plus, lots more! Registration is required.

This session is open to self-identified Indigenous students.

Start your first year strong by attending a day-long transition and academic preparation day! Spend the day meeting other first-year students, getting familiar with the campus and learning key skills to set you up for success. We will start the day by connecting and building community and a fun interactive campus tour. The afternoon will include interactive activities to help you understand university learning, strengthen your writing skills, learn valuable financial literacy skills, and prepare for the new year by practicing some time management skills. Registration is required.