Emcee: Tarek Abdel Aziz

Location: North Gym, Notre Dame Campus

Location: North Gym, Notre Dame Campus

Food Services, Campus Living, Commuting and Parking by Graham Martin, Food Service Specialist

• The presenters will share valuable tips and tricks to help you navigate your way around campus and make the most of your experience.

Student Well-Being and Support Services by Breanna Sawatzky, Manager, Campus Well-Being

• Learn about the resources available to help you succeed academically and personally.

Security and Safety Measures by Alexander Whalen, Security Supervisor

• The Health and Safety team will present important safety measures like SafeWalk, emergency procedures, and tips for staying safe on and off campus.

Location: Outside the Library, Notre Dame Campus

Essentials Booths:

• Student Association and Health and Dental: Learn about the vibrant student community on campus. This booth provides information on student clubs, organizations, events, and opportunities for involvement and leadership.

• ITS: Your go-to resource for tech assistance. From resolving software hiccups to network guidance, our experts ensure smooth digital learning. Count on us to keep you connected and empower your academic journey with reliable and responsive support.

Support Services Booths:

• Accessibility, Advising and Counseling Services: Learn about accommodations and resources available to students with disabilities. Counselling Services offer confidential support for students dealing with personal, emotional, or psychological challenges.

• Safety, Health and Security Services: Information on campus safety measures, emergency procedures, and resources for maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all students.

• Library and Academic Success Centre: Resources, research assistance, and access to various academic materials. The Academic Success Centre provides tutoring support and workshops to enhance your study skills, time management, and academic success.

• Indigenous Student Support: Guidance and resources specifically designed to meet the needs of Indigenous students, including cultural programming, academic support, and community engagement opportunities.

• Campus Well-Being: Promotes overall well-being and mental health. They offer resources through sports, fitness, and recreation activities to help students prioritize self-care, stress management, and healthy living.
  
• Career Services and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Info Booth: Unlock opportunities, gain real-world experience, and shape your future. Our experts guide you in merging classroom learning with practical skills, ensuring you’re prepared for a dynamic professional journey.
  
• Environmental Stewardship and Campus Renewal: Explore a greener future at RRC Polytech’s Environmental Stewardship and Campus Renewal info booth. Discover sustainable initiatives, eco-friendly practices, and innovative campus transformations. Join us in building an environmentally conscious community where every step contributes to a more sustainable tomorrow.
  
• International Education: Essential information to help international students adjust to life in Canada. Our team members are available to assist you with any questions you may have.
  
• Winnipeg Transit
  
• Service Canada
  
• Canada Revenue Agency
  
• Bank of Montreal
  
• Photobooth

The IT Essentials (NDC) by Daniel Flores, Service Desk Supervisor

Location: North Gym, Notre Dame Campus

This session provides a guided tour using your RRC Polytech computer account. Learn how to manage your account, use the College’s HUB to access applications, and look for and request help through the IT Solutions Service Desk. A Q&A will follow the presentation.

Student Panel by Student Association

Location: Black Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

Facilitator: Laureen Janzen

Starting your journey at RRC Polytech is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming and even anxiety-provoking. That is entirely normal – to be both excited and anxious. In this session, you will hear from current students who remember their first day and their first year very well. Learn about their experiences, what they wish they would have known about and done a little differently, and what worked well for them and helped make their first year successful.

Work Integrated Learning and Career Services: Preparing to Launch (Your Career!) by Jon Royal (Manager, Work Integrated Learning) and Lina Calderon (Career Advisor)

Location: White Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

In this session, students will hear from RRC Polytech’s Work-Integrated Learning and Career Services team about the full range of co-op and career supports available to students. These include assistance with job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation and much more! Learn how students and graduates seeking work-integrated learning and part-time, full-time, and temporary employment can access personalized support, job postings, on-campus presentations and recruitment initiatives.

Unlocking Your Potential: Strategies for Academic Excellence, Academic Success Centre and Student Accessibility Services by Chris Harder, Tutoring Services Supervisor, Lori Walkow, Manager, Student Accessibility Services, and Erica Ament, Assistive Technologist

Location: Orange Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

This session offers valuable resources and support for students aiming to excel academically. The presentation highlights services such as tutoring, writing assistance, and workshops designed to enhance study skills. Attendees will also learn about free technology resources and supports to help students achieve their academic goals. Additionally, this session will provide information on accommodations available to students with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive and accessible learning environment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) at RRC Polytech: Student Readiness and Resources by Rebecca Molly Hiebert, Senior Strategic Advisor, AI Initiative

Location: Green Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

This session provides incoming students with a clear, practical understanding of how artificial intelligence is shaping learning at RRC Polytech. It sets expectations for responsible and ethical AI use, clarifies how AI may appear in coursework and assessments, and outlines what students need to know to succeed academically.

BMO Financial Literacy Session

Location: Prairie Lights, Notre Dame Campus

Join BMO for a financial literacy session designed to help you understand budgeting, banking, and smart money management. This session gives students the tools they need to start their journey with financial confidence.

The IT Essentials (NDC) by Daniel Flores, Service Desk Supervisor

Location: North Gym, Notre Dame Campus

This session provides a guided tour using your RRC Polytech computer account. Learn how to manage your account, use the College’s HUB to access applications, and look for and request help through the IT Solutions Service Desk. A Q&A will follow the presentation.

Student Panel by Student Association

Location: Black Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

Facilitator: Laureen Janzen

Starting your journey at RRC Polytech is an exciting time, but it can also feel overwhelming and even anxiety-provoking. That is entirely normal – to be both excited and anxious. In this session, you will hear from current students who remember their first day and their first year very well. Learn about their experiences, what they wish they would have known about and done a little differently, and what worked well for them and helped make their first year successful.

Work Integrated Learning and Career Services: Preparing to Launch (Your Career!) by Jon Royal (Manager, Work Integrated Learning) and Lina Calderon (Career Advisor)

Location: White Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

In this session, students will hear from RRC Polytech’s Work-Integrated Learning and Career Services team about the full range of co-op and career supports available to students. These include assistance with job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation and much more! Learn how students and graduates seeking work-integrated learning and part-time, full-time, and temporary employment can access personalized support, job postings, on-campus presentations and recruitment initiatives.

Unlocking Your Potential: Strategies for Academic Excellence, Academic Success Centre and Student Accessibility Services by Chris Harder, Tutoring Services Supervisor, Lori Walkow, Manager, Student Accessibility Services, and Erica Ament, Assistive Technologist

Location: Orange Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

This session offers valuable resources and support for students aiming to excel academically. The presentation highlights services such as tutoring, writing assistance, and workshops designed to enhance study skills. Attendees will also learn about free technology resources and supports to help students achieve their academic goals. Additionally, this session will provide information on accommodations available to students with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive and accessible learning environment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) at RRC Polytech: Student Readiness and Resources by Rebecca Molly Hiebert, Senior Strategic Advisor, AI Initiative

Location: Green Theatre, Notre Dame Campus

This session provides incoming students with a clear, practical understanding of how artificial intelligence is shaping learning at RRC Polytech. It sets expectations for responsible and ethical AI use, clarifies how AI may appear in coursework and assessments, and outlines what students need to know to succeed academically.

BMO Financial Literacy Session

Location: Prairie Lights, Notre Dame Campus

Join BMO for a financial literacy session designed to help you understand budgeting, banking, and smart money management. This session gives students the tools they need to start their journey with financial confidence.

Led by Alex, Hiral, Parmeet, and Yuko

Location: North Gym, Notre Dame Campus

The Centre for International Education and Global Partnerships (CIEGP) will deliver this session about starting your life in Canada, learning winning strategies in and out of the classroom and providing essential Canadian immigration information.

This International Student-only Session is designed to help new international students get a strong start in your RRC Polytech academic program and help you understand what you need to comply with current IRCC regulations and prepare for the next steps in your student journey.

Location: F204, Notre Dame Campus

Our Indigenous Support Centres provide a home away from home where you can smudge, participate in events, cultural teachings and ceremonies, or spend time with friends. The welcoming atmosphere of our centres include a computer lab, kitchen, telephone, study area and lounge. We promote respectful cultural awareness for all students and staff.