Orientation Guide 2020–21

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Welcome to CMUWelcome to the 2020–21CMU learning community. We are very excited that you have chosen CMU as part of your educational journey. Whether this is your first year at CMU or you are a returning student, your presence is a gift to all of us. This past year has introduced many challenges into our lives, but it is in challenging times such as these that we come together as a community. Whether it is in-person or virtually, we are excited for you to join this community of education and care.Charlie PerontoDirector of Student Life

It’s a pleasure to welcome you to Canadian Mennonite University for 2020–21. Each person who studies at CMU brings unique wonderings, insights, passions, concerns, and experiences into the mix of the CMU learning community. As we face the strangeness of this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we look forward to your voice in the mix of all we will notice, long for and learn together. Peace and joy, Cheryl Pauls, CMU President

The Student Life team is here to support and resource you throughout your time at CMU.Charlie Peronto – Director of Student LifeSandra Loeppky – Coordinator of International Student and Accessibility ProgramsDanielle Morton – Spiritual Life Facilitator and Coordinator of Commuter ProgramsVern Kehler – Coordinator of Student AdvisingMackenzie Nicolle – Residence DirectorRussell Willms – Director of AthleticsHeidi Nighswander-Rempel – Financial and Student Services AdvisorJosh Ewert – Athletics Program AssistantCourtney Kuhl – Senior Residence AssistantAndrew Giesbrecht – Receptionist and Administrative Assistant

Academic Supports CMU offers academic support to students through programs such as PAL (Peer Assisted Learning—walk-in tutoring, free of charge), academic tutors (by appoint-ment, free of charge), and peer tutors (by appointment, small hourly fee). To explore your options or to book an appointment with a tutor, please contact Vern Kehler at cmu.ca/advising.

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Accessibility Programs CMU is committed to providing a supportive environment for students with disabilities. If a student needs accommodations they must make an appointment with Sandra Loeppky at cmu.ca/studentaccessibility.

Campus Communication, Computers, and IT Check your CMU email regularly for an-nouncements of what is going on around campus. CMU email can be accessed at login.microsoftonline.com.

Computers are available for student use in the computer lab (north side), as well as in the library (Marpeck Commons). Stu-dents will need to use their CMU Network username and password to access these computers.

Wifi network for admin buildings: “CMU Wireless” Password: Wireless@CMU!

IT Help: To reset forgotten passwords, email helpdesk@cmu.ca or see south side reception.

Community Gatherings Community Gatherings occur throughout the week and are times dedicated to com-ing together as a community. Students are encouraged to participate in Chapels on Tuesday, 11:30 AM, in the Laudamus Auditorium, Forums on Friday, 11:30 AM, in the Chapel, Wednesday Night Worship on Wednesday in the Lecture Hall, and Small Groups scattered throughout the week!

Counselling Services There are qualified counsellors who volunteer their services free of charge to CMU students. In person and virtual appointments are available. To book an appointment email counselling@cmu.ca. Confidentiality is always maintained.

Need to Know

Find more Need to Know on the next page.

MONDAY, September 710:00–1:00 ALL Residence students arrive on campus (south)10:00–4:00 Drop in Late Registration and Course Change Advising in A06 (south)10:00–4:00 Drop in Student Aid and Payment Plan Advising in A12 (south)11:30–1:00 Lunch for Residence Students and parents, Dining Hall (south)12:30–1:00 Parent Orientation, Lecture Hall (south)1:00–4:00 First Year Orientation (south)**First-year students will be split into two large groups. Please check your email before arriving at Orientation to confirm which group you are in.*4:00–5:30 Women’s Soccer Open Tryout, Soccer Field (south)5:30–7:00 Men’s Soccer Open Tryout, Soccer Field (south)

7:30 Residence Community Gathering, Chapel (south)9:00 Snack, Dining Hall (south)

TUESDAY, September 89:00–2:00 Opening Convocation and Faculty Advisor sessions *Students will be assigned a time slot for each event and will be notified by email of when and where to arrive.*10:00–3:00 Drop in Late Registration and Course Change Advising in A06 (south)10:00–4:00 Drop in Student Aid and Payment Plan Advising in A12 (south)3:00–4:00 New International Student Orientation (Online)3:00–4:00 New Transfer Student Orientation (Online) 4:00 On-Campus Student Employment Orientation Session (Online)*For students who already have an on-campus student job. You will be emailed the link to attend.*4:00–5:30 Women’s Soccer Open Tryout, Soccer Field (south)

Health and Wellness CMU strives to support the holistic well-being of all members of the commu-nity by promoting health and wellness through a variety of on-campus and off campus resources and opportunities. Go to cmu.ca/wellness for more information and a schedule.

On-Campus Student Employment There are many on-campus jobs with flexible hours and shifts. All students can apply for on-campus jobs at: cmu.ca/studentemployment. If you’ve already been offered an on-campus job, you will need to attend an Employment Orientation session on Tuesday or Thursday of Welcome Week.

Welcome Week Schedule

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Every day of Welcome Week, fee payments can be made at Reception (south) 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

5:30–7:00 Men’s Soccer Open Tryout, Soccer Field (south)7:00 Residence student event, south lawn9:00 Snack, Dining Hall (south)

Starting Wednesday: Late Registration and Course Change Advising- Book an appointment at cmu.ca/advisingStudent Aid and Payment Plan Advising- Book an appointment at cmu.ca/financialaid(See note at beginning of schedule re: Fee Payments)

WEDNESDAY, September 9Classes begin! Check Student Portal for class schedules and locations12:00–1:00 Commuter Event: Walk to Sargent Sundae for a free ice cream treat! Meet outside Dining Hall (south)9:00 Snack, Dining Hall (south)9:30–10:00 Wednesday Night Worship, Lecture Hall (south)

THURSDAY, September 1011:30–12:30 Small Group Sign up and Meet and Greet, Conference Room (south)12:00–1:00 On-Campus Student Employment Orientation Session, Lecture Hall (south) *For those who already have an on-campus job and and did not attend the session on Tuesday.*8:45 Student Council Event, Blaurock Café/Great Hall (north)

FRIDAY, September 11FEE PAYMENTS DUE, Reception (south) 11:30–12:00 Forum, Chapel (south)12:00–12:30 Free Freezies, south lawn12:00–1:00 International Student Health Insurance Orientation, Online For ALL International Students

6:30 Progressive Snack- Park Edition, sign up at cmu.ca/orientation

Scent-Free Policy CMU strives to be a scent free envi-ronment. Please refrain from wearing fragrances and scented products on campus.

Student ID Cards Student ID Cards are required to access any building on campus. Students can register for a card at cmu.ca/orientation and will be notified of how to obtain it.

If you are unable to register for a card, please go to the library between 10:00AM and 4:00 PM on Tuesday, Sept 8.

Varsity Athletics – CMU Blazers CMU athletes compete in four different sports: men’s and women’s basketball, volleyball, soccer, and futsal. Spectators are welcome to attend soccer games. Livestreams and schedules can be found at CMU Blazers on IG and FB.

Residence at CMU is an excellent place for students living away from home. The Residence Director (RD), Senior Residence Assistant (SRA) and Residence Assistants (RAs) provide valuable leadership to the Residence program.

Your room and property All dormitory rooms are furnished with a bed, desk, chair, shelves, and closet. You will need bedding and personal items. Please leave candles and other flammable or scented materials at home. CMU property insurance does not cover student losses of personal property.

Alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and illegal drugs are not allowed on the CMU campus.

Access and Guests: All residence buildings are reserved for residence stu-dents, accessible only by prox card. Out-side guests are allowed into apartments by invitation only and must register with the Residence Director before entering.

Internet in all Residences: “CMU Res” Password: Res@CMU!

Mail: All students living on campus will have a mailbox, located downstairs in the Administration Building (south). The mailing address is the same as CMU with “To the attention of (student name).”

Parking: All residence students who bring a car to campus are required to purchase a full parking pass. Register for a pass at cmu.ca/orientation.

Food Services All students who live in the dormitories are part of the full meal plan. Apartment students receive one lunch and supper weekly. Lunch and supper are served in two sittings that you must sign up for. 12:00 PM and 12:30 for lunch and 5:00 PM and 5:45 for supper. More information will be provided on Orientation Day.

Living on Campus

Financial InformationFees To view your billing statement, log onto your CMU Student Portal and click on “Bill-ing”. Due Date: Sept. 11, 2020. A monthly late fee will be charged on any outstand-ing balances after Sept. 11. For more infor-mation see the Student Payment Policy at cmu.ca/tuition.

Withdrawal and Tuition Refund In order to receive a 100% tuition refund, you must withdraw from fall classes by Sept 18., 2020

Financial Aid For information on scholarships, bursaries, the payment plan, on campus student employment and other forms of financial aid visit cmu.ca/financialaid.

Have questions about finances? Sign up for an appointment with the Financial and Student Services Advisor at cmu.ca/studentlifestaff.

CMU is dedicated to creating a place for commuters to have a wonderful university experience.

The Coordinator of Commuter Programs, Senior Commuter Assistant (SCA), and Commuter Assistants (CAs) provide valu-able leadership to the Commuter program.

Spaces: Become familiar with the Com-muter Lounge and Student Centre (south), Great Hall/Blaurock Café (north), and the entire Marpeck Commons.

Lockers: Lockers are available for free on a first come, first serve basis. Students must provide their own lock.

Transit and Parking: CMU can be accessed by three bus routes: 66 Dieppe or Unicity, 79, and 95. Post-secondary student peggo cards can be purchased from Com-monword Bookstore (Marpeck Commons).

All commuter students who bring a car to campus are required to purchase a parking pass, and to park in Lot A (north). Register for a pass at cmu.ca/orientation.

Gather: Join us Wednesday, Sept. 9 from12:00–1:00 for a Commuter Event: Walk to Sargent Sundae for FREE Ice Cream treats! Meet outside Dining Hall.

International StudentsCMU values the presence and contribu-tion of students from other countries and cultures. CMU has developed programs and services uniquely focused on assisting international students in the transition to life at CMU and in Canada.

Peer Support: International students can find peer support and specialized pro-gramming by getting to know the mem-bers of the International Student Council and the International Student Mentors.

Health Insurance: International student health insurance is provided by guard.me which you can receive more information about during a session on Friday, Sept 11. at 12:00PM (Conference Room) and through the module in the Online International Student Pre-Orienta-tion course.

keep.MeSAFE is a program that is covered through guard.me and provides mental health supports for international students through 24/7 access to support in a variety of languages and cultural experiences.

Meet new people: Join in an International Student Meet and Greet on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 4:00 PM. (location TBD)

More info: Check the Online Pre-Ori-entation material for more supports and resources

Commuting to Campus

CMU Commuters 2020-2021

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September 7: First Year Orientation September 8: Orientation and late registration September 9: First day of classes for fall semester September 11: Payment due for fall classes September 18: Last day to make registration changes for fall courses October 12: Thanksgiving Day, no classes November 11: Remembrance Day, university closed November 11–13: Fall Reading Days, no classes

Fall 2020 Important DatesNovember 17: Last day to voluntarily withdraw from fall courses December 7: Last day of regularly scheduled fall semester classes December 8–9: Reading days, no classes December 10–22: Fall semester exams (including Saturdays December 12 and 19) December 22: Fall semester ends December 23: Residence closes for fall semester December 24–January 1: university closed

FAQsHow do I meet people and make new friends? Come to all the orientation events! Events like First Year Orientation on Monday and Progressive Snack on Friday are for meeting and making friends.

How can I change my classes? You can do this on your student portal, or by filling out a Course Change Form located beside A07 (south). Make sure to check the Registration Guide for all relevant dates.

Where can I buy textbooks? The CommonWord Bookstore (Marpeck Commons) sells textbooks. Students need to pre-order and schedule a time to pick up and pay at commonword.ca. More information is available at: commonword.ca/Content/CMU-Students. Looking for other used books? Check out the CMU Classifieds 2020-2021 Facebook page.

Please visit our website cmu.ca or view this code to download the CMU campus maps.

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