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Siebens DrakeResearch Centre
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Elgin Hall
Alumni WesternCentre (BMO)
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Darryl J. KingStudent Life
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Where to EatWe have several dining halls and coffee shops to serve you during the day. Please note the available times and recommended locations for you to take a break or dine.Faculty of Arts & Humanities, Faculty of Science10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.Centre Spot, University Community Centre
Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Health Sciences (Health Sciences, Kinesiology and Nursing)10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Essex Hall or Ontario Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Don Wright Faculty of Music, Faculty of Information & Media Studies10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Medway-Sydenham Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Faculty of Social Science10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Saugeen-Maitland Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Other Options7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.Tim Hortons, University Community Centre
8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Spencer Engineering Building
8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Social Science Centre
8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.*Tim Hortons, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Natural Sciences Centre
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.*Tim Hortons, North Campus Building
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Starbucks, University Community Centre
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Starbucks, Richard Ivey Building
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Booster Juice, University Community Centre
10:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.Subway, University Community Centre
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.WSRC Booster Juice, Western Student Recreation Centre
*limited menu only
Table of ContentsWhere to Eat ....................................................................................................................... 1Academic Program Sessions ........................................................................................ 2-3Second-Entry Programs ....................................................................................................2Special Presentations .......................................................................................................3University Community Centre Drop-In Centre ................................................................4Fall Preview Day Sessions Timetable ........................................................................... 4-5
ToursCampus Bus Tours ......................................................................................................4 & 6Campus Walking Tours ......................................................................................................4Residence Tours .................................................................................................................4Western Student Recreation Centre Tours ......................................................................4Campus Map with Bus Tour Route ...................................................................................6
Welcome to WesternWe are delighted you have decided to attend Western’s Fall Preview Day.
Today, you have the opportunity to meet with professors, staff and students to learn why Western offers the best student experience among Canadian universities.
You will get an in-depth look at your future academic program, our residences, the strong network of support services we offer to help ensure your success, and our beautiful campus.
We hope you enjoy your visit!
Plan Your DayIt’s a good idea to spend some time with this program and plan your day. Although many sessions are repeated, some are only offered once.
Campus Bus Tour StopsOur tour buses stop at several key areas throughout the day. Buildings of particular interest are noted below for each numbered stop. The corresponding numbers appear on the campus map above.
1) UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY CENTRE• Information Booth• Drop-In Centre Displays• Sessions highlighting the Faculty of Education,
Faculty of Law, Housing, Indigenous Services, Scholar’s Programs and Student Financial Services
• Western Student Services Building• Campus Walking Tours• Social Science Centre• Faculty of Social Science sessions• International and Graduate Affairs Building• Faculty of Arts & Humanities sessions• Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion• Faculty of Engineering sessions• The D.B. Weldon Library• Underpass to Springett Parking Lot between
The D.B. Weldon Library and the Western Student Services Building
• Parking for Arts & Humanities, Engineering and Social Science participants
2) ELGIN HALL• Elgin Hall suite-style residence tours• Medway Parking Lot – overflow parking• Medway-Sydenham Hall traditional-style
residence tours
3) DELAWARE HALL• Traditional-style residence tours
4) VISUAL ARTS CENTRE• North Campus Building• Faculty of Information & Media Studies sessions• John Labatt Visual Arts Centre• Visual Arts displays and tours• Middlesex Parking Lot for Science participants
5) CHEMISTRY PARKING LOT• Parking for Information & Media Studies
participants• Overflow parking for Science participants
6) SAUGEEN-MAITLAND HALL• Traditional-style residence tours
7) SPRINGETT PARKING LOT• Parking for Arts & Humanities, Engineering and
Social Science participants. The underpass in the northeast corner of the Springett Parking Lot will take you under Western Road. When you come out, The D.B. Weldon Library will be on your right, the Western Student Services Building on your left.
• Richard Ivey Building• Ivey Business School sessions
8) ONTARIO HALL• Hybrid-style residence tours
9) ESSEX HALL• Suite-style residence tours
10) SOUTH VALLEY PARKING LOT• Parking for Health Sciences, Kinesiology
and Nursing• Western Student Recreation Centre tours• Huron Flats Parking Lot – overflow parking
11) LABATT HEALTH SCIENCES BUILDING• Faculty of Health Sciences displays and tours• Health Sciences session• Kinesiology session• Nursing session
12) TALBOT COLLEGE• Don Wright Faculty of Music sessions and tours• Talbot College Parking Lot for Music participants
13) NATURAL SCIENCES CENTRE• Faculty of Science/BMSc presentations• Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
(MD & DDS degrees) display• Physics & Astronomy Building• BMSc/Science departmental displays
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First-Entry Programs
Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Welcome Centre
Departmental Information Displays
French Language Lab Tours
Faculty Overview Presentation
Academic Choices and Q&A Session
John Labatt Visual Arts Centre
Visual Arts displays and self-guided tours
Guided tours of the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre
Faculty of Engineering
Welcome Centre
Information Displays – Academic Programs, Student Clubs and Teams
Lab Tours (see schedule for locations)
Faculty Overview Presentation and Student Panel
Integrating Engineering and Business Presentation
Faculty of Health Sciences
Information Displays/Drop-In Centre – Health Sciences/Kinesiology/Nursing
Student Panels – Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council
Program Information Sessions
Kinesiology
Health Sciences
Nursing
Building Facility Tours/Demonstrations (self-guided)
Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council
Nursing Clinical Education Suite
Sam Katz Community Health and Aging Research Unit
International Centre for Olympic Studies
3-D Anatatorium
Laboratory for Brain and Heart Health
Exercise & Health Psychology Lab
Exercise, Mobility and Brain Health Lab
The Health Promotion Laboratory
Faculty of Information & Media Studies
Welcome Centre, Student/Staff Meet and Greet
Mini-Lecture
Information Session
Student Panel: The FIMS Student Experience
Don Wright Faculty of Music
Welcome & Information Centre
Information Session
Sample Lecture
Voice/Opera Masterclass and Demonstrations
Faculty of Science and Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Bachelor of Medical Sciences)
Departmental and Support Services Displays
Chemistry Glassblowing Demonstrations
Welcome and Overview
Open Doors – Tours
Student Panel
Mock Lecture
Faculty of Social Science
Department & Program Information Booths
Bio-Archaelogy Laboratory – Viewing of Lady Hudson Mummy
Faculty Overview Presentation
Ask a Counsellor, Ask a Student
Program Overviews
Sociology & Criminology
Commercial Aviation Management
DAN Program in Management and Organizational Studies
Women’s Studies and Feminist Research
Psychology
Mini-Lectures
History
Geography
Anthropology
Economics
Political Science
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First-Entry ProgramsFollow the coloured flags and signs on campus that correspond to your faculty program colour.
You are welcome to attend any session that is of interest to you. If an information session happens to be full but is offered at a different time, we suggest taking part in one of the many alternate activities and returning to the later session.
Faculty of Arts & HumanitiesThe Faculty of Arts & Humanities is pleased to host prospective students and their families for a day of stimulating and informative presentations and displays. You are cordially invited to visit us to meet professors, staff and students from the departments of Classical Studies, English and Writing Studies, Film Studies, French Studies, Modern Languages and Literatures, Philosophy, Theatre Studies, Visual Arts, and Women’s Studies and Feminist Research.
In addition, there will be representatives from the School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities, the Academic Counselling Office and the Arts & Humanities Students’ Council.
Please plan to attend our Faculty Overview Presentation and complete your day at Western with a visit to the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre, home to an extensive gallery space for student exhibits. We look forward to meeting you and will be ready to answer all of your questions about our courses and programs.
Welcome Centre9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Atrium, International and Graduate Affairs Building
Refreshments will be served.
Departmental Information Displays9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Atrium, International and Graduate Affairs Building
French Language Lab Tours9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Rooms 1R43 & 1R44, International and Graduate Affairs Building
Faculty Overview Presentation10:30 – 11 a.m. | 12:30 – 1 p.m.Room 1R40, International and Graduate Affairs Building
The Dean, Associate Dean (Academic), Director of the School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities, and the President of the Arts & Humanities Students’ Council, will discuss, “Why Arts & Humanities?” and “Why Arts & Humanities at Western?”
Academic Choices and Q&A Session11:15 – 11:45 a.m. | 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.Room 1N05, International and Graduate Affairs Building
A short review of the Arts & Humanities program options with a question and answer period to follow.
John Labatt Visual Arts Centre9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Visual Arts displays and self-guided tours.
9:15 – 10 a.m. | 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 1:15 – 2 p.m.Guided tours of the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre.
Faculty of EngineeringWelcome Centre9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Main Foyer, Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion
Information Displays – Academic Programs, Student Clubs and Teams9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Richard Dillon Atrium, Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion
Professors, academic counsellors, career services staff and students will be on hand to talk about Western Engineering programs, student clubs, groups and teams.
Lab Tours9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Spencer Engineering Building
Look for our student volunteers (wearing orange t-shirts) in the foyer of the Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion to take you on a personal tour.
• Chemical Engineering Room 1081
• Civil & Environmental Engineering Room 22 & CMLP Green Roof (weather permitting)
• Computer, Electrical & Software Engineering Room 3102
• Green Process Engineering Room 1079
• Mechanical Engineering Rooms 37, 1068, 1072, 1074, 1076 & 1077
• Mechatronic Systems Engineering Room 3101
• Engineering Student Lounge Room 1001
Faculty Overview Presentation and Student Panel9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.Room 1200, Spencer Engineering Building
This presentation will focus on the numerous opportunities available to you through our nine core Engineering programs, dual degrees with Ivey Business School and Western Law, as well as co-op, internship and international opportunities. During the panel, current students will take questions and offer their perspective on the options and opportunities in Western Engineering.
Integrating Engineering and Business Presentation 12:15 p.m. – 1 p.m. Room 1200, Spencer Engineering Building
This presentation will focus on the value of combining engineering with business thinking for individuals who will lead organizations in creating real value for customers and society. Learn how Western Engineering creates increased opportunities for students through our new Business 1299 course, Engineering Leadership and Innovation Certificate or the Engineering/Ivey HBA dual degree program.
Faculty of Health SciencesThe Faculty of Health Sciences is dedicated to being a leader in health, health care, rehabilitation and physical activity. First-entry programs in this Faculty include: Health Sciences, Kinesiology and Nursing.
Information Displays/Drop-In Centre – Health Sciences/Kinesiology/Nursing10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Lobby, Main Floor, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Program Information SessionsAn introduction and overview of what to expect within each of the Faculty’s undergraduate areas of study.
• Kinesiology 10 – 11:30 a.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Health Sciences 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Nursing 1 – 2:30 p.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Student Panels – Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. | 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.12:15 – 12:45 p.m. | 1:15 – 1:45 p.m. | 1:45 – 2:15 p.m.Room 236, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Find out what it’s like to study in the Faculty from current students.
Building Facility Tours/Demonstrations (self-guided)10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Come and speak with faculty members and current students, and/or participate in demonstrations in the following teaching and research facilities:
• Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council Room 8, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Nursing Clinical Education Suite Room 306, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building Note: Open to 1 p.m. only
• Sam Katz Community Health and Aging Research Unit Room 316, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• International Centre for Olympic Studies Room 317, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• 3-D Anatatorium Room 322, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building Note: Seating in the 3-D Anatatorium is limited. Complimentary tickets will be available.
• Laboratory for Brain and Heart Health Room 402, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Exercise & Health Psychology Lab Room 408, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Exercise, Mobility and Brain Health Lab Room 413, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• The Health Promotion Laboratory Room 417, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Second-Entry Programs
Faculty of Information & Media Studies (FIMS)Come and learn about undergraduate programs in Media, Information & Technoculture (MIT) and Media & the Public Interest (MPI).
Welcome Centre, Student/Staff Meet and Greet10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.First Floor, North Campus Building
Find out why students have made FIMS their home at Western. Meet and chat with current students about their experiences in FIMS and with staff about program options and support services. Stop by and say hello – we’re here to help!
Mini-Lecture10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | 1 – 1:30 p.m.Rooms 114 & 117, North Campus Building
Experience a sample lecture with one of our dynamic FIMS professors.
Information Session11 – 11:45 a.m.Room 101, Anne & Bill McKenzie Amphitheatre, North Campus Building
The Associate Dean (Undergraduate) will present an overview of the undergraduate programs and the opportunities available to students.
Student Panel: The FIMS Student Experience12 – 12:45 p.m.Rooms 113 & 114, North Campus Building
Current students in the Faculty will give an overview of their experiences in their program and life at Western.
Don Wright Faculty of MusicAt the Faculty of Music, you will have an opportunity to meet with faculty, staff and students as well as tour our outstanding facilities.
Welcome & Information Centre9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | 12 – 12:30 p.m.Atrium, Talbot College
Tours will depart frequently.
Information Session10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.Room 141, Talbot College
Admissions staff, faculty members and Students’ Council representatives will be on hand to discuss our programs, audition process/requirements and to answer questions after the presentation.
Sample Lecture12:30 - 1:30 p.m.Room 141, Talbot College
Experience a snapshot of first year academic music classes (i.e., Music Theory, Music History and Vocal Methods).
Voice/Opera Masterclass and Demonstration1:30 - 3 p.m.Paul Davenport Theatre, Talbot College
Featuring Professor Theodore Baerg and singers from the Don Wright Faculty of Music.
Faculty of Science and the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Basic Medical Sciences)Disciplines in the Faculty of Science include: Actuarial Science, Animal Behaviour, Applied Mathematics, Astrophysics, Bioinformatics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science, Financial Modelling, Game Development, Genetics, Geology, Geophysics, High Performance Computing, Information Systems, Materials Science, Mathematics, Medical Physics, Physics, Planetary Science, and Statistics.
Disciplines in the Basic Medical Sciences (Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry) include: Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Computational Biochemistry, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences, Medical Biophysics, Medical Cell Biology, Medical Health Informatics, Microbiology and Immunology, Neuroscience, One Health, Pathology, Physiology and Pharmacology.
Departmental and Support Services Displays9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Atrium, Physics & Astronomy Building
Chemistry Glassblowing Demonstrations9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Room 7, Physics & Astronomy Building
A true art. Not just test tubes and beakers – you will be amazed!
Welcome and Overview: Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Bachelor of Medical Science (BMSc) Programs9:30 – 10:10 a.m. | 11 – 11:40 a.m. | 1:30 – 2:10 p.m.Room 145, Natural Sciences Centre
Why Western Science and Basic Medical Sciences? Stop by one of these presentations to find out.
Open Doors – Tours10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Room 140 (Academic Counselling Office), Western Science Centre
Explore active labs and classrooms in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science and Physics and see the diversity of life from here and around the world – an amazing collection of animals, birds and more at our Zoological Collections and Herbarium. Tour maps and details will be available in the Western Science Centre – Room 140.
Student Panel10:20 – 11 a.m. | 1 – 1:40 p.m.Room 1, Natural Sciences Centre
Current students will take questions and offer a student’s view of the Science/BMSc programs at Western.
Mock Lecture – Experience your first class at Western!12 – 1 p.m.Room 145, Natural Sciences Centre
Faculty of Social ScienceThe Faculty of Social Science includes academic programs in American Studies, Anthropology, Criminology, Economics, First Nations Studies, Geography, History, International Relations, Jewish Studies, Linguistics, DAN Management and Organizational Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Transitional Justice, Urban Development, and Women’s Studies and Feminist Research.
Department & Program Information Displays9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Main Lobby, Social Science Centre
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Bio-Archaeology Laboratory, Room 2257, Social Science Centre
Faculty Overview Presentation9:15 – 9:50 a.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Program Overview: Sociology & Criminology10 – 10:45 a.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Program Overview: Commercial Aviation Management10:15 – 10:45 a.m.Room 2024, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: History10:45 – 11:15 a.m.Room 2036, Social Science Centre
True Histories: Zombies, Vampires and the End of Days
Program Overview: DAN Management and Organizational Studies11 – 11:30 a.m. | 2 – 2:30 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: Geography11:15 – 11:45 a.m.Room 2024, Social Science Centre
Environment and Development Challenges
A tour of the Physical Geography Learning Laboratory (Room 1302) will follow.
Ask a Counsellor, Ask a Student11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2028, Social Science Centre
This interactive student panel will provide an opportunity to connect with current Social Science students and an Academic Counsellor who will be happy to answer any questions.
Mini-Lecture: Anthropology11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Mummies, Money and Medieval Beads: High Tech Scanning in Archaeology
Mini-Lecture: Economics11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2036, Social Science Centre
Perverse pricing, variable voting and criminal conspiracies
Program Overview: Women’s Studies and Feminist Research11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2032, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: Political Science12:30 – 1 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Why Politics Matters
Program Overview: Psychology1:15 – 1:50 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Special Presentations
ToursPlease join us on any of the following tours. No additional sign-up is required. All have departures throughout the day at the times and locations detailed below.
Campus Bus Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Various Campus Bus Tour Stops (see page 6 for full list of stops)
If you are interested in seeing our campus from corner to corner, we recommend that you join us for a guided bus tour! Buses will be leaving regularly from the designated stops around the campus and will provide you with an opportunity to become acquainted with Western’s surroundings. All buses are staffed by a Campus Tour Guide who is prepared to discuss specific faculty buildings, areas of research, on- and off-campus housing, recreation and athletic facilities, the City of London and more! Stay on the bus for a complete tour, lasting approximately 45 minutes, or hop on and off the bus at your leisure. Visit the faculty buildings, the University Community Centre or any of the residences on our route that are open for the day. If you choose to get off the bus along the route, another bus will be around shortly to pick you up again. Buses can also drop you off at your parking lot at the end of the day.
Campus Walking Tours9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Lobby, Western Student Services Building
One of our knowledgeable student guides will take you on a walking tour of campus. Get a feel for what life is really like as a Western student while taking in the campus’ beautiful landscape and buildings. Tours will be departing from the Campus Tour Booth in the Western Student Services lobby on the hour and the half hour. Each tour will last approximately 30 – 45 minutes.
Residence Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Lobby, Six First Year Residences
Western has seven residences available to incoming first-year students. Six of these residences are available for you to tour: Delaware Hall, Elgin Hall, Essex Hall, Medway-Sydenham Hall, Ontario Hall, and Saugeen-Maitland Hall. Our residents look forward to showing you around their residence homes. Learn about the facilities and support staff, and the various programs that exist in each community. See the student bedrooms, dining halls and washroom facilities. Tours will last approximately 20 minutes. For additional information, please note the Housing information session located in the Special Presentations section of this program guide.
Western Student Recreation Centre Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Lobby, Western Student Recreation Centre
The Western Student Recreation Centre is home to Campus Recreation. Friendly and knowledgeable student staff are eager to provide you with tours of this amazing facility, with close to 160,000 square feet of space over four floors. Tours will last approximately 30 minutes and will give you a chance to learn about the facilities, programs and services that Campus Recreation operates in the Centre.
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Ivey Business SchoolInformation Session10 – 11 a.m. | 12 – 1 p.m. | 2 – 3 p.m.
BMO Financial Group Auditorium Richard Ivey Building
This information session will focus on the HBA Program, the Advanced Entry Opportunity (AEO – conditional admission from high school), admission requirements and concurrent degrees.
Moderated Student Panels11:10 – 11:40 a.m. | 1:10 – 1:40 p.m. BMO Financial Group Auditorium Richard Ivey Building
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (MD and DDS degrees)Meet with Admissions Staff for one-on-one questions about the admissions process, degree programs and career options in Medicine and Dentistry.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Main Lobby, Natural Sciences Centre
Faculty of LawFind out more about the Faculty of Law, the admission requirements, special academic and practical programs and career opportunities.
11 – 11:45 a.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Faculty of EducationFind out more about our admission requirements for the Faculty of Education and the opportunities available to students.
2:15 – 3 p.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Indigenous ServicesIndigenous Services invites you to attend an information session regarding the unique services and programs which provide cultural support to First Nations, Métis and Inuit students at Western.
Indigenous Services will highlight the Access Transition Program, Recruiting and Outreach, the Indigenous Food & Medicine Garden and the Visiting Elders Program.
10 – 10:45 a.m. Indigenous Services, Room 2100, second floor of the Western Student Services Building
HousingDiscover all the exciting things that residence life at Western has to offer. Learn how living in residence can provide students with an academic edge and the opportunity for great personal learning and development. Find out how students can get involved in their residence communities and develop leadership and life skills as well as those which enhance their lives in and out of their future workplaces. Gain valuable insight into the management of facilities, safety features, support services and outside the classroom education and programs available in all of our residences, as well as learn about Western’s very flexible meal plans.
12 – 12:45 p.m. | 2 – 2:45 p.m. Room 290, McKellar Room University Community Centre
Scholar’s ProgramsScholar’s Electives and Western Scholars programs are exciting options for students who wish to bring their academic skills to Western. These programs provide opportunities for outstanding students to learn and grow as global citizens in an engaging and inspiring environment. The Scholar’s Electives program is limited to 50 students each year and allows for individualized faculty mentorship, research experiences and interdisciplinary learning opportunities. Attend this session to learn how you can be recognized as a high-achieving and academically determined student at Western.
1 – 1:45 p.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Student Financial ServicesJoin staff from Student Financial Services to hear general information regarding entrance scholarships and financial aid.
1 – 1:45 p.m. Room 290, McKellar Room University Community Centre
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2016 Fall Preview Day Sessions Timetable
Second-Entry Programs
Ivey Business School Information Session
Ivey Business School Moderated Student Panel
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (MD & DDS degrees)
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Education
Special Presentations
Indigenous Services
Housing
Scholar’s Programs
Student Financial Services
The University Community Centre Drop-In CentreStop in and speak directly with students and staff who provide some of the helpful programs and services available at Western.
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Mustang Lounge, University Community Centre
• Campus Community Police Service• Campus Computer Store• CHRW Radio Western• Foot Patrol• French Immersion School in Quebec• Hospitality Services• Housing• Indigenous Services• McIntosh Gallery• Off-Campus Housing & Advisors• Scholar’s Programs• Sports and Recreation Services• Student Development Centre• Student Emergency Response Team (SERT)• Student Financial Services• Student Health Services• The Book Store• The Student Success Centre: Careers, Leadership and Experience• Undergraduate Recruitment & Admissions• University Students’ Council• Western International• Western Mustang Band• Writing Support Centre
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First-Entry ProgramsFollow the coloured flags and signs on campus that correspond to your faculty program colour.
You are welcome to attend any session that is of interest to you. If an information session happens to be full but is offered at a different time, we suggest taking part in one of the many alternate activities and returning to the later session.
Faculty of Arts & HumanitiesThe Faculty of Arts & Humanities is pleased to host prospective students and their families for a day of stimulating and informative presentations and displays. You are cordially invited to visit us to meet professors, staff and students from the departments of Classical Studies, English and Writing Studies, Film Studies, French Studies, Modern Languages and Literatures, Philosophy, Theatre Studies, Visual Arts, and Women’s Studies and Feminist Research.
In addition, there will be representatives from the School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities, the Academic Counselling Office and the Arts & Humanities Students’ Council.
Please plan to attend our Faculty Overview Presentation and complete your day at Western with a visit to the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre, home to an extensive gallery space for student exhibits. We look forward to meeting you and will be ready to answer all of your questions about our courses and programs.
Welcome Centre9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Atrium, International and Graduate Affairs Building
Refreshments will be served.
Departmental Information Displays9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Atrium, International and Graduate Affairs Building
French Language Lab Tours9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Rooms 1R43 & 1R44, International and Graduate Affairs Building
Faculty Overview Presentation10:30 – 11 a.m. | 12:30 – 1 p.m.Room 1R40, International and Graduate Affairs Building
The Dean, Associate Dean (Academic), Director of the School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities, and the President of the Arts & Humanities Students’ Council, will discuss, “Why Arts & Humanities?” and “Why Arts & Humanities at Western?”
Academic Choices and Q&A Session11:15 – 11:45 a.m. | 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.Room 1N05, International and Graduate Affairs Building
A short review of the Arts & Humanities program options with a question and answer period to follow.
John Labatt Visual Arts Centre9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Visual Arts displays and self-guided tours.
9:15 – 10 a.m. | 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 1:15 – 2 p.m.Guided tours of the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre.
Faculty of EngineeringWelcome Centre9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Main Foyer, Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion
Information Displays – Academic Programs, Student Clubs and Teams9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Richard Dillon Atrium, Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion
Professors, academic counsellors, career services staff and students will be on hand to talk about Western Engineering programs, student clubs, groups and teams.
Lab Tours9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Spencer Engineering Building
Look for our student volunteers (wearing orange t-shirts) in the foyer of the Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion to take you on a personal tour.
• Chemical Engineering Room 1081
• Civil & Environmental Engineering Room 22 & CMLP Green Roof (weather permitting)
• Computer, Electrical & Software Engineering Room 3102
• Green Process Engineering Room 1079
• Mechanical Engineering Rooms 37, 1068, 1072, 1074, 1076 & 1077
• Mechatronic Systems Engineering Room 3101
• Engineering Student Lounge Room 1001
Faculty Overview Presentation and Student Panel9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.Room 1200, Spencer Engineering Building
This presentation will focus on the numerous opportunities available to you through our nine core Engineering programs, dual degrees with Ivey Business School and Western Law, as well as co-op, internship and international opportunities. During the panel, current students will take questions and offer their perspective on the options and opportunities in Western Engineering.
Integrating Engineering and Business Presentation 12:15 p.m. – 1 p.m. Room 1200, Spencer Engineering Building
This presentation will focus on the value of combining engineering with business thinking for individuals who will lead organizations in creating real value for customers and society. Learn how Western Engineering creates increased opportunities for students through our new Business 1299 course, Engineering Leadership and Innovation Certificate or the Engineering/Ivey HBA dual degree program.
Faculty of Health SciencesThe Faculty of Health Sciences is dedicated to being a leader in health, health care, rehabilitation and physical activity. First-entry programs in this Faculty include: Health Sciences, Kinesiology and Nursing.
Information Displays/Drop-In Centre – Health Sciences/Kinesiology/Nursing10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Lobby, Main Floor, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Program Information SessionsAn introduction and overview of what to expect within each of the Faculty’s undergraduate areas of study.
• Kinesiology 10 – 11:30 a.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Health Sciences 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Nursing 1 – 2:30 p.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Student Panels – Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. | 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.12:15 – 12:45 p.m. | 1:15 – 1:45 p.m. | 1:45 – 2:15 p.m.Room 236, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Find out what it’s like to study in the Faculty from current students.
Building Facility Tours/Demonstrations (self-guided)10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Come and speak with faculty members and current students, and/or participate in demonstrations in the following teaching and research facilities:
• Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council Room 8, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Nursing Clinical Education Suite Room 306, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building Note: Open to 1 p.m. only
• Sam Katz Community Health and Aging Research Unit Room 316, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• International Centre for Olympic Studies Room 317, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• 3-D Anatatorium Room 322, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building Note: Seating in the 3-D Anatatorium is limited. Complimentary tickets will be available.
• Laboratory for Brain and Heart Health Room 402, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Exercise & Health Psychology Lab Room 408, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Exercise, Mobility and Brain Health Lab Room 413, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• The Health Promotion Laboratory Room 417, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Second-Entry Programs
Faculty of Information & Media Studies (FIMS)Come and learn about undergraduate programs in Media, Information & Technoculture (MIT) and Media & the Public Interest (MPI).
Welcome Centre, Student/Staff Meet and Greet10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.First Floor, North Campus Building
Find out why students have made FIMS their home at Western. Meet and chat with current students about their experiences in FIMS and with staff about program options and support services. Stop by and say hello – we’re here to help!
Mini-Lecture10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | 1 – 1:30 p.m.Rooms 114 & 117, North Campus Building
Experience a sample lecture with one of our dynamic FIMS professors.
Information Session11 – 11:45 a.m.Room 101, Anne & Bill McKenzie Amphitheatre, North Campus Building
The Associate Dean (Undergraduate) will present an overview of the undergraduate programs and the opportunities available to students.
Student Panel: The FIMS Student Experience12 – 12:45 p.m.Rooms 113 & 114, North Campus Building
Current students in the Faculty will give an overview of their experiences in their program and life at Western.
Don Wright Faculty of MusicAt the Faculty of Music, you will have an opportunity to meet with faculty, staff and students as well as tour our outstanding facilities.
Welcome & Information Centre9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | 12 – 12:30 p.m.Atrium, Talbot College
Tours will depart frequently.
Information Session10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.Room 141, Talbot College
Admissions staff, faculty members and Students’ Council representatives will be on hand to discuss our programs, audition process/requirements and to answer questions after the presentation.
Sample Lecture12:30 - 1:30 p.m.Room 141, Talbot College
Experience a snapshot of first year academic music classes (i.e., Music Theory, Music History and Vocal Methods).
Voice/Opera Masterclass and Demonstration1:30 - 3 p.m.Paul Davenport Theatre, Talbot College
Featuring Professor Theodore Baerg and singers from the Don Wright Faculty of Music.
Faculty of Science and the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Basic Medical Sciences)Disciplines in the Faculty of Science include: Actuarial Science, Animal Behaviour, Applied Mathematics, Astrophysics, Bioinformatics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science, Financial Modelling, Game Development, Genetics, Geology, Geophysics, High Performance Computing, Information Systems, Materials Science, Mathematics, Medical Physics, Physics, Planetary Science, and Statistics.
Disciplines in the Basic Medical Sciences (Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry) include: Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Computational Biochemistry, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences, Medical Biophysics, Medical Cell Biology, Medical Health Informatics, Microbiology and Immunology, Neuroscience, One Health, Pathology, Physiology and Pharmacology.
Departmental and Support Services Displays9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Atrium, Physics & Astronomy Building
Chemistry Glassblowing Demonstrations9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Room 7, Physics & Astronomy Building
A true art. Not just test tubes and beakers – you will be amazed!
Welcome and Overview: Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Bachelor of Medical Science (BMSc) Programs9:30 – 10:10 a.m. | 11 – 11:40 a.m. | 1:30 – 2:10 p.m.Room 145, Natural Sciences Centre
Why Western Science and Basic Medical Sciences? Stop by one of these presentations to find out.
Open Doors – Tours10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Room 140 (Academic Counselling Office), Western Science Centre
Explore active labs and classrooms in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science and Physics and see the diversity of life from here and around the world – an amazing collection of animals, birds and more at our Zoological Collections and Herbarium. Tour maps and details will be available in the Western Science Centre – Room 140.
Student Panel10:20 – 11 a.m. | 1 – 1:40 p.m.Room 1, Natural Sciences Centre
Current students will take questions and offer a student’s view of the Science/BMSc programs at Western.
Mock Lecture – Experience your first class at Western!12 – 1 p.m.Room 145, Natural Sciences Centre
Faculty of Social ScienceThe Faculty of Social Science includes academic programs in American Studies, Anthropology, Criminology, Economics, First Nations Studies, Geography, History, International Relations, Jewish Studies, Linguistics, DAN Management and Organizational Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Transitional Justice, Urban Development, and Women’s Studies and Feminist Research.
Department & Program Information Displays9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Main Lobby, Social Science Centre
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Bio-Archaeology Laboratory, Room 2257, Social Science Centre
Faculty Overview Presentation9:15 – 9:50 a.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Program Overview: Sociology & Criminology10 – 10:45 a.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Program Overview: Commercial Aviation Management10:15 – 10:45 a.m.Room 2024, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: History10:45 – 11:15 a.m.Room 2036, Social Science Centre
True Histories: Zombies, Vampires and the End of Days
Program Overview: DAN Management and Organizational Studies11 – 11:30 a.m. | 2 – 2:30 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: Geography11:15 – 11:45 a.m.Room 2024, Social Science Centre
Environment and Development Challenges
A tour of the Physical Geography Learning Laboratory (Room 1302) will follow.
Ask a Counsellor, Ask a Student11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2028, Social Science Centre
This interactive student panel will provide an opportunity to connect with current Social Science students and an Academic Counsellor who will be happy to answer any questions.
Mini-Lecture: Anthropology11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Mummies, Money and Medieval Beads: High Tech Scanning in Archaeology
Mini-Lecture: Economics11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2036, Social Science Centre
Perverse pricing, variable voting and criminal conspiracies
Program Overview: Women’s Studies and Feminist Research11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2032, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: Political Science12:30 – 1 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Why Politics Matters
Program Overview: Psychology1:15 – 1:50 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Special Presentations
ToursPlease join us on any of the following tours. No additional sign-up is required. All have departures throughout the day at the times and locations detailed below.
Campus Bus Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Various Campus Bus Tour Stops (see page 6 for full list of stops)
If you are interested in seeing our campus from corner to corner, we recommend that you join us for a guided bus tour! Buses will be leaving regularly from the designated stops around the campus and will provide you with an opportunity to become acquainted with Western’s surroundings. All buses are staffed by a Campus Tour Guide who is prepared to discuss specific faculty buildings, areas of research, on- and off-campus housing, recreation and athletic facilities, the City of London and more! Stay on the bus for a complete tour, lasting approximately 45 minutes, or hop on and off the bus at your leisure. Visit the faculty buildings, the University Community Centre or any of the residences on our route that are open for the day. If you choose to get off the bus along the route, another bus will be around shortly to pick you up again. Buses can also drop you off at your parking lot at the end of the day.
Campus Walking Tours9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Lobby, Western Student Services Building
One of our knowledgeable student guides will take you on a walking tour of campus. Get a feel for what life is really like as a Western student while taking in the campus’ beautiful landscape and buildings. Tours will be departing from the Campus Tour Booth in the Western Student Services lobby on the hour and the half hour. Each tour will last approximately 30 – 45 minutes.
Residence Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Lobby, Six First Year Residences
Western has seven residences available to incoming first-year students. Six of these residences are available for you to tour: Delaware Hall, Elgin Hall, Essex Hall, Medway-Sydenham Hall, Ontario Hall, and Saugeen-Maitland Hall. Our residents look forward to showing you around their residence homes. Learn about the facilities and support staff, and the various programs that exist in each community. See the student bedrooms, dining halls and washroom facilities. Tours will last approximately 20 minutes. For additional information, please note the Housing information session located in the Special Presentations section of this program guide.
Western Student Recreation Centre Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Lobby, Western Student Recreation Centre
The Western Student Recreation Centre is home to Campus Recreation. Friendly and knowledgeable student staff are eager to provide you with tours of this amazing facility, with close to 160,000 square feet of space over four floors. Tours will last approximately 30 minutes and will give you a chance to learn about the facilities, programs and services that Campus Recreation operates in the Centre.
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Ivey Business SchoolInformation Session10 – 11 a.m. | 12 – 1 p.m. | 2 – 3 p.m.
BMO Financial Group Auditorium Richard Ivey Building
This information session will focus on the HBA Program, the Advanced Entry Opportunity (AEO – conditional admission from high school), admission requirements and concurrent degrees.
Moderated Student Panels11:10 – 11:40 a.m. | 1:10 – 1:40 p.m. BMO Financial Group Auditorium Richard Ivey Building
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (MD and DDS degrees)Meet with Admissions Staff for one-on-one questions about the admissions process, degree programs and career options in Medicine and Dentistry.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Main Lobby, Natural Sciences Centre
Faculty of LawFind out more about the Faculty of Law, the admission requirements, special academic and practical programs and career opportunities.
11 – 11:45 a.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Faculty of EducationFind out more about our admission requirements for the Faculty of Education and the opportunities available to students.
2:15 – 3 p.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Indigenous ServicesIndigenous Services invites you to attend an information session regarding the unique services and programs which provide cultural support to First Nations, Métis and Inuit students at Western.
Indigenous Services will highlight the Access Transition Program, Recruiting and Outreach, the Indigenous Food & Medicine Garden and the Visiting Elders Program.
10 – 10:45 a.m. Indigenous Services, Room 2100, second floor of the Western Student Services Building
HousingDiscover all the exciting things that residence life at Western has to offer. Learn how living in residence can provide students with an academic edge and the opportunity for great personal learning and development. Find out how students can get involved in their residence communities and develop leadership and life skills as well as those which enhance their lives in and out of their future workplaces. Gain valuable insight into the management of facilities, safety features, support services and outside the classroom education and programs available in all of our residences, as well as learn about Western’s very flexible meal plans.
12 – 12:45 p.m. | 2 – 2:45 p.m. Room 290, McKellar Room University Community Centre
Scholar’s ProgramsScholar’s Electives and Western Scholars programs are exciting options for students who wish to bring their academic skills to Western. These programs provide opportunities for outstanding students to learn and grow as global citizens in an engaging and inspiring environment. The Scholar’s Electives program is limited to 50 students each year and allows for individualized faculty mentorship, research experiences and interdisciplinary learning opportunities. Attend this session to learn how you can be recognized as a high-achieving and academically determined student at Western.
1 – 1:45 p.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Student Financial ServicesJoin staff from Student Financial Services to hear general information regarding entrance scholarships and financial aid.
1 – 1:45 p.m. Room 290, McKellar Room University Community Centre
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2016 Fall Preview Day Sessions Timetable
Second-Entry Programs
Ivey Business School Information Session
Ivey Business School Moderated Student Panel
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (MD & DDS degrees)
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Education
Special Presentations
Indigenous Services
Housing
Scholar’s Programs
Student Financial Services
The University Community Centre Drop-In CentreStop in and speak directly with students and staff who provide some of the helpful programs and services available at Western.
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Mustang Lounge, University Community Centre
• Campus Community Police Service• Campus Computer Store• CHRW Radio Western• Foot Patrol• French Immersion School in Quebec• Hospitality Services• Housing• Indigenous Services• McIntosh Gallery• Off-Campus Housing & Advisors• Scholar’s Programs• Sports and Recreation Services• Student Development Centre• Student Emergency Response Team (SERT)• Student Financial Services• Student Health Services• The Book Store• The Student Success Centre: Careers, Leadership and Experience• Undergraduate Recruitment & Admissions• University Students’ Council• Western International• Western Mustang Band• Writing Support Centre
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First-Entry ProgramsFollow the coloured flags and signs on campus that correspond to your faculty program colour.
You are welcome to attend any session that is of interest to you. If an information session happens to be full but is offered at a different time, we suggest taking part in one of the many alternate activities and returning to the later session.
Faculty of Arts & HumanitiesThe Faculty of Arts & Humanities is pleased to host prospective students and their families for a day of stimulating and informative presentations and displays. You are cordially invited to visit us to meet professors, staff and students from the departments of Classical Studies, English and Writing Studies, Film Studies, French Studies, Modern Languages and Literatures, Philosophy, Theatre Studies, Visual Arts, and Women’s Studies and Feminist Research.
In addition, there will be representatives from the School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities, the Academic Counselling Office and the Arts & Humanities Students’ Council.
Please plan to attend our Faculty Overview Presentation and complete your day at Western with a visit to the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre, home to an extensive gallery space for student exhibits. We look forward to meeting you and will be ready to answer all of your questions about our courses and programs.
Welcome Centre9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Atrium, International and Graduate Affairs Building
Refreshments will be served.
Departmental Information Displays9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Atrium, International and Graduate Affairs Building
French Language Lab Tours9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Rooms 1R43 & 1R44, International and Graduate Affairs Building
Faculty Overview Presentation10:30 – 11 a.m. | 12:30 – 1 p.m.Room 1R40, International and Graduate Affairs Building
The Dean, Associate Dean (Academic), Director of the School for Advanced Studies in the Arts & Humanities, and the President of the Arts & Humanities Students’ Council, will discuss, “Why Arts & Humanities?” and “Why Arts & Humanities at Western?”
Academic Choices and Q&A Session11:15 – 11:45 a.m. | 1:15 – 1:45 p.m.Room 1N05, International and Graduate Affairs Building
A short review of the Arts & Humanities program options with a question and answer period to follow.
John Labatt Visual Arts Centre9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Visual Arts displays and self-guided tours.
9:15 – 10 a.m. | 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 1:15 – 2 p.m.Guided tours of the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre.
Faculty of EngineeringWelcome Centre9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Main Foyer, Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion
Information Displays – Academic Programs, Student Clubs and Teams9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Richard Dillon Atrium, Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion
Professors, academic counsellors, career services staff and students will be on hand to talk about Western Engineering programs, student clubs, groups and teams.
Lab Tours9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Spencer Engineering Building
Look for our student volunteers (wearing orange t-shirts) in the foyer of the Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion to take you on a personal tour.
• Chemical Engineering Room 1081
• Civil & Environmental Engineering Room 22 & CMLP Green Roof (weather permitting)
• Computer, Electrical & Software Engineering Room 3102
• Green Process Engineering Room 1079
• Mechanical Engineering Rooms 37, 1068, 1072, 1074, 1076 & 1077
• Mechatronic Systems Engineering Room 3101
• Engineering Student Lounge Room 1001
Faculty Overview Presentation and Student Panel9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.Room 1200, Spencer Engineering Building
This presentation will focus on the numerous opportunities available to you through our nine core Engineering programs, dual degrees with Ivey Business School and Western Law, as well as co-op, internship and international opportunities. During the panel, current students will take questions and offer their perspective on the options and opportunities in Western Engineering.
Integrating Engineering and Business Presentation 12:15 p.m. – 1 p.m. Room 1200, Spencer Engineering Building
This presentation will focus on the value of combining engineering with business thinking for individuals who will lead organizations in creating real value for customers and society. Learn how Western Engineering creates increased opportunities for students through our new Business 1299 course, Engineering Leadership and Innovation Certificate or the Engineering/Ivey HBA dual degree program.
Faculty of Health SciencesThe Faculty of Health Sciences is dedicated to being a leader in health, health care, rehabilitation and physical activity. First-entry programs in this Faculty include: Health Sciences, Kinesiology and Nursing.
Information Displays/Drop-In Centre – Health Sciences/Kinesiology/Nursing10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Lobby, Main Floor, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Program Information SessionsAn introduction and overview of what to expect within each of the Faculty’s undergraduate areas of study.
• Kinesiology 10 – 11:30 a.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Health Sciences 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Nursing 1 – 2:30 p.m. Room 40, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Student Panels – Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. | 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.12:15 – 12:45 p.m. | 1:15 – 1:45 p.m. | 1:45 – 2:15 p.m.Room 236, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Find out what it’s like to study in the Faculty from current students.
Building Facility Tours/Demonstrations (self-guided)10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.Come and speak with faculty members and current students, and/or participate in demonstrations in the following teaching and research facilities:
• Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council Room 8, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Nursing Clinical Education Suite Room 306, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building Note: Open to 1 p.m. only
• Sam Katz Community Health and Aging Research Unit Room 316, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• International Centre for Olympic Studies Room 317, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• 3-D Anatatorium Room 322, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building Note: Seating in the 3-D Anatatorium is limited. Complimentary tickets will be available.
• Laboratory for Brain and Heart Health Room 402, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Exercise & Health Psychology Lab Room 408, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• Exercise, Mobility and Brain Health Lab Room 413, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
• The Health Promotion Laboratory Room 417, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
Second-Entry Programs
Faculty of Information & Media Studies (FIMS)Come and learn about undergraduate programs in Media, Information & Technoculture (MIT) and Media & the Public Interest (MPI).
Welcome Centre, Student/Staff Meet and Greet10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.First Floor, North Campus Building
Find out why students have made FIMS their home at Western. Meet and chat with current students about their experiences in FIMS and with staff about program options and support services. Stop by and say hello – we’re here to help!
Mini-Lecture10:15 – 10:45 a.m. | 1 – 1:30 p.m.Rooms 114 & 117, North Campus Building
Experience a sample lecture with one of our dynamic FIMS professors.
Information Session11 – 11:45 a.m.Room 101, Anne & Bill McKenzie Amphitheatre, North Campus Building
The Associate Dean (Undergraduate) will present an overview of the undergraduate programs and the opportunities available to students.
Student Panel: The FIMS Student Experience12 – 12:45 p.m.Rooms 113 & 114, North Campus Building
Current students in the Faculty will give an overview of their experiences in their program and life at Western.
Don Wright Faculty of MusicAt the Faculty of Music, you will have an opportunity to meet with faculty, staff and students as well as tour our outstanding facilities.
Welcome & Information Centre9:30 – 10:30 a.m. | 12 – 12:30 p.m.Atrium, Talbot College
Tours will depart frequently.
Information Session10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.Room 141, Talbot College
Admissions staff, faculty members and Students’ Council representatives will be on hand to discuss our programs, audition process/requirements and to answer questions after the presentation.
Sample Lecture12:30 - 1:30 p.m.Room 141, Talbot College
Experience a snapshot of first year academic music classes (i.e., Music Theory, Music History and Vocal Methods).
Voice/Opera Masterclass and Demonstration1:30 - 3 p.m.Paul Davenport Theatre, Talbot College
Featuring Professor Theodore Baerg and singers from the Don Wright Faculty of Music.
Faculty of Science and the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Basic Medical Sciences)Disciplines in the Faculty of Science include: Actuarial Science, Animal Behaviour, Applied Mathematics, Astrophysics, Bioinformatics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Geoscience, Environmental Science, Financial Modelling, Game Development, Genetics, Geology, Geophysics, High Performance Computing, Information Systems, Materials Science, Mathematics, Medical Physics, Physics, Planetary Science, and Statistics.
Disciplines in the Basic Medical Sciences (Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry) include: Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Computational Biochemistry, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Interdisciplinary Medical Sciences, Medical Biophysics, Medical Cell Biology, Medical Health Informatics, Microbiology and Immunology, Neuroscience, One Health, Pathology, Physiology and Pharmacology.
Departmental and Support Services Displays9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Atrium, Physics & Astronomy Building
Chemistry Glassblowing Demonstrations9 a.m. – 1 p.m.Room 7, Physics & Astronomy Building
A true art. Not just test tubes and beakers – you will be amazed!
Welcome and Overview: Bachelor of Science (BSc) and Bachelor of Medical Science (BMSc) Programs9:30 – 10:10 a.m. | 11 – 11:40 a.m. | 1:30 – 2:10 p.m.Room 145, Natural Sciences Centre
Why Western Science and Basic Medical Sciences? Stop by one of these presentations to find out.
Open Doors – Tours10 a.m. - 2 p.m.Room 140 (Academic Counselling Office), Western Science Centre
Explore active labs and classrooms in Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science and Physics and see the diversity of life from here and around the world – an amazing collection of animals, birds and more at our Zoological Collections and Herbarium. Tour maps and details will be available in the Western Science Centre – Room 140.
Student Panel10:20 – 11 a.m. | 1 – 1:40 p.m.Room 1, Natural Sciences Centre
Current students will take questions and offer a student’s view of the Science/BMSc programs at Western.
Mock Lecture – Experience your first class at Western!12 – 1 p.m.Room 145, Natural Sciences Centre
Faculty of Social ScienceThe Faculty of Social Science includes academic programs in American Studies, Anthropology, Criminology, Economics, First Nations Studies, Geography, History, International Relations, Jewish Studies, Linguistics, DAN Management and Organizational Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Transitional Justice, Urban Development, and Women’s Studies and Feminist Research.
Department & Program Information Displays9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Main Lobby, Social Science Centre
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.Bio-Archaeology Laboratory, Room 2257, Social Science Centre
Faculty Overview Presentation9:15 – 9:50 a.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Program Overview: Sociology & Criminology10 – 10:45 a.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Program Overview: Commercial Aviation Management10:15 – 10:45 a.m.Room 2024, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: History10:45 – 11:15 a.m.Room 2036, Social Science Centre
True Histories: Zombies, Vampires and the End of Days
Program Overview: DAN Management and Organizational Studies11 – 11:30 a.m. | 2 – 2:30 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: Geography11:15 – 11:45 a.m.Room 2024, Social Science Centre
Environment and Development Challenges
A tour of the Physical Geography Learning Laboratory (Room 1302) will follow.
Ask a Counsellor, Ask a Student11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2028, Social Science Centre
This interactive student panel will provide an opportunity to connect with current Social Science students and an Academic Counsellor who will be happy to answer any questions.
Mini-Lecture: Anthropology11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Mummies, Money and Medieval Beads: High Tech Scanning in Archaeology
Mini-Lecture: Economics11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2036, Social Science Centre
Perverse pricing, variable voting and criminal conspiracies
Program Overview: Women’s Studies and Feminist Research11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.Room 2032, Social Science Centre
Mini-Lecture: Political Science12:30 – 1 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Why Politics Matters
Program Overview: Psychology1:15 – 1:50 p.m.Room 2050, Social Science Centre
Special Presentations
ToursPlease join us on any of the following tours. No additional sign-up is required. All have departures throughout the day at the times and locations detailed below.
Campus Bus Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Various Campus Bus Tour Stops (see page 6 for full list of stops)
If you are interested in seeing our campus from corner to corner, we recommend that you join us for a guided bus tour! Buses will be leaving regularly from the designated stops around the campus and will provide you with an opportunity to become acquainted with Western’s surroundings. All buses are staffed by a Campus Tour Guide who is prepared to discuss specific faculty buildings, areas of research, on- and off-campus housing, recreation and athletic facilities, the City of London and more! Stay on the bus for a complete tour, lasting approximately 45 minutes, or hop on and off the bus at your leisure. Visit the faculty buildings, the University Community Centre or any of the residences on our route that are open for the day. If you choose to get off the bus along the route, another bus will be around shortly to pick you up again. Buses can also drop you off at your parking lot at the end of the day.
Campus Walking Tours9 a.m. – 3 p.m.Lobby, Western Student Services Building
One of our knowledgeable student guides will take you on a walking tour of campus. Get a feel for what life is really like as a Western student while taking in the campus’ beautiful landscape and buildings. Tours will be departing from the Campus Tour Booth in the Western Student Services lobby on the hour and the half hour. Each tour will last approximately 30 – 45 minutes.
Residence Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Lobby, Six First Year Residences
Western has seven residences available to incoming first-year students. Six of these residences are available for you to tour: Delaware Hall, Elgin Hall, Essex Hall, Medway-Sydenham Hall, Ontario Hall, and Saugeen-Maitland Hall. Our residents look forward to showing you around their residence homes. Learn about the facilities and support staff, and the various programs that exist in each community. See the student bedrooms, dining halls and washroom facilities. Tours will last approximately 20 minutes. For additional information, please note the Housing information session located in the Special Presentations section of this program guide.
Western Student Recreation Centre Tours9 a.m. – 4 p.m.Lobby, Western Student Recreation Centre
The Western Student Recreation Centre is home to Campus Recreation. Friendly and knowledgeable student staff are eager to provide you with tours of this amazing facility, with close to 160,000 square feet of space over four floors. Tours will last approximately 30 minutes and will give you a chance to learn about the facilities, programs and services that Campus Recreation operates in the Centre.
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Ivey Business SchoolInformation Session10 – 11 a.m. | 12 – 1 p.m. | 2 – 3 p.m.
BMO Financial Group Auditorium Richard Ivey Building
This information session will focus on the HBA Program, the Advanced Entry Opportunity (AEO – conditional admission from high school), admission requirements and concurrent degrees.
Moderated Student Panels11:10 – 11:40 a.m. | 1:10 – 1:40 p.m. BMO Financial Group Auditorium Richard Ivey Building
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (MD and DDS degrees)Meet with Admissions Staff for one-on-one questions about the admissions process, degree programs and career options in Medicine and Dentistry.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Main Lobby, Natural Sciences Centre
Faculty of LawFind out more about the Faculty of Law, the admission requirements, special academic and practical programs and career opportunities.
11 – 11:45 a.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Faculty of EducationFind out more about our admission requirements for the Faculty of Education and the opportunities available to students.
2:15 – 3 p.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Indigenous ServicesIndigenous Services invites you to attend an information session regarding the unique services and programs which provide cultural support to First Nations, Métis and Inuit students at Western.
Indigenous Services will highlight the Access Transition Program, Recruiting and Outreach, the Indigenous Food & Medicine Garden and the Visiting Elders Program.
10 – 10:45 a.m. Indigenous Services, Room 2100, second floor of the Western Student Services Building
HousingDiscover all the exciting things that residence life at Western has to offer. Learn how living in residence can provide students with an academic edge and the opportunity for great personal learning and development. Find out how students can get involved in their residence communities and develop leadership and life skills as well as those which enhance their lives in and out of their future workplaces. Gain valuable insight into the management of facilities, safety features, support services and outside the classroom education and programs available in all of our residences, as well as learn about Western’s very flexible meal plans.
12 – 12:45 p.m. | 2 – 2:45 p.m. Room 290, McKellar Room University Community Centre
Scholar’s ProgramsScholar’s Electives and Western Scholars programs are exciting options for students who wish to bring their academic skills to Western. These programs provide opportunities for outstanding students to learn and grow as global citizens in an engaging and inspiring environment. The Scholar’s Electives program is limited to 50 students each year and allows for individualized faculty mentorship, research experiences and interdisciplinary learning opportunities. Attend this session to learn how you can be recognized as a high-achieving and academically determined student at Western.
1 – 1:45 p.m. Room 146 University Community Centre
Student Financial ServicesJoin staff from Student Financial Services to hear general information regarding entrance scholarships and financial aid.
1 – 1:45 p.m. Room 290, McKellar Room University Community Centre
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2016 Fall Preview Day Sessions Timetable
Second-Entry Programs
Ivey Business School Information Session
Ivey Business School Moderated Student Panel
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (MD & DDS degrees)
Faculty of Law
Faculty of Education
Special Presentations
Indigenous Services
Housing
Scholar’s Programs
Student Financial Services
The University Community Centre Drop-In CentreStop in and speak directly with students and staff who provide some of the helpful programs and services available at Western.
9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Mustang Lounge, University Community Centre
• Campus Community Police Service• Campus Computer Store• CHRW Radio Western• Foot Patrol• French Immersion School in Quebec• Hospitality Services• Housing• Indigenous Services• McIntosh Gallery• Off-Campus Housing & Advisors• Scholar’s Programs• Sports and Recreation Services• Student Development Centre• Student Emergency Response Team (SERT)• Student Financial Services• Student Health Services• The Book Store• The Student Success Centre: Careers, Leadership and Experience• Undergraduate Recruitment & Admissions• University Students’ Council• Western International• Western Mustang Band• Writing Support Centre
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Where to EatWe have several dining halls and coffee shops to serve you during the day. Please note the available times and recommended locations for you to take a break or dine.Faculty of Arts & Humanities, Faculty of Science10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.Centre Spot, University Community Centre
Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Health Sciences (Health Sciences, Kinesiology and Nursing)10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Essex Hall or Ontario Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Don Wright Faculty of Music, Faculty of Information & Media Studies10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Medway-Sydenham Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Faculty of Social Science10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Saugeen-Maitland Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Other Options7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.Tim Hortons, University Community Centre
8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Spencer Engineering Building
8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Social Science Centre
8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.*Tim Hortons, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Natural Sciences Centre
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.*Tim Hortons, North Campus Building
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Starbucks, University Community Centre
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Starbucks, Richard Ivey Building
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Booster Juice, University Community Centre
10:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.Subway, University Community Centre
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.WSRC Booster Juice, Western Student Recreation Centre
*limited menu only
Table of ContentsWhere to Eat ....................................................................................................................... 1Academic Program Sessions ........................................................................................ 2-3Second-Entry Programs ....................................................................................................2Special Presentations .......................................................................................................3University Community Centre Drop-In Centre ................................................................4Fall Preview Day Sessions Timetable ........................................................................... 4-5
ToursCampus Bus Tours ......................................................................................................4 & 6Campus Walking Tours ......................................................................................................4Residence Tours .................................................................................................................4Western Student Recreation Centre Tours ......................................................................4Campus Map with Bus Tour Route ...................................................................................6
Welcome to WesternWe are delighted you have decided to attend Western’s Fall Preview Day.
Today, you have the opportunity to meet with professors, staff and students to learn why Western offers the best student experience among Canadian universities.
You will get an in-depth look at your future academic program, our residences, the strong network of support services we offer to help ensure your success, and our beautiful campus.
We hope you enjoy your visit!
Plan Your DayIt’s a good idea to spend some time with this program and plan your day. Although many sessions are repeated, some are only offered once.
Campus Bus Tour StopsOur tour buses stop at several key areas throughout the day. Buildings of particular interest are noted below for each numbered stop. The corresponding numbers appear on the campus map above.
1) UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY CENTRE• Information Booth• Drop-In Centre Displays• Sessions highlighting the Faculty of Education,
Faculty of Law, Housing, Indigenous Services, Scholar’s Programs and Student Financial Services
• Western Student Services Building• Campus Walking Tours• Social Science Centre• Faculty of Social Science sessions• International and Graduate Affairs Building• Faculty of Arts & Humanities sessions• Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion• Faculty of Engineering sessions• The D.B. Weldon Library• Underpass to Springett Parking Lot between
The D.B. Weldon Library and the Western Student Services Building
• Parking for Arts & Humanities, Engineering and Social Science participants
2) ELGIN HALL• Elgin Hall suite-style residence tours• Medway Parking Lot – overflow parking• Medway-Sydenham Hall traditional-style
residence tours
3) DELAWARE HALL• Traditional-style residence tours
4) VISUAL ARTS CENTRE• North Campus Building• Faculty of Information & Media Studies sessions• John Labatt Visual Arts Centre• Visual Arts displays and tours• Middlesex Parking Lot for Science participants
5) CHEMISTRY PARKING LOT• Parking for Information & Media Studies
participants• Overflow parking for Science participants
6) SAUGEEN-MAITLAND HALL• Traditional-style residence tours
7) SPRINGETT PARKING LOT• Parking for Arts & Humanities, Engineering and
Social Science participants. The underpass in the northeast corner of the Springett Parking Lot will take you under Western Road. When you come out, The D.B. Weldon Library will be on your right, the Western Student Services Building on your left.
• Richard Ivey Building• Ivey Business School sessions
8) ONTARIO HALL• Hybrid-style residence tours
9) ESSEX HALL• Suite-style residence tours
10) SOUTH VALLEY PARKING LOT• Parking for Health Sciences, Kinesiology
and Nursing• Western Student Recreation Centre tours• Huron Flats Parking Lot – overflow parking
11) LABATT HEALTH SCIENCES BUILDING• Faculty of Health Sciences displays and tours• Health Sciences session• Kinesiology session• Nursing session
12) TALBOT COLLEGE• Don Wright Faculty of Music sessions and tours• Talbot College Parking Lot for Music participants
13) NATURAL SCIENCES CENTRE• Faculty of Science/BMSc presentations• Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
(MD & DDS degrees) display• Physics & Astronomy Building• BMSc/Science departmental displays
and sessions• Western Science Centre
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First-Entry Programs
Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Welcome Centre
Departmental Information Displays
French Language Lab Tours
Faculty Overview Presentation
Academic Choices and Q&A Session
John Labatt Visual Arts Centre
Visual Arts displays and self-guided tours
Guided tours of the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre
Faculty of Engineering
Welcome Centre
Information Displays – Academic Programs, Student Clubs and Teams
Lab Tours (see schedule for locations)
Faculty Overview Presentation and Student Panel
Integrating Engineering and Business Presentation
Faculty of Health Sciences
Information Displays/Drop-In Centre – Health Sciences/Kinesiology/Nursing
Student Panels – Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council
Program Information Sessions
Kinesiology
Health Sciences
Nursing
Building Facility Tours/Demonstrations (self-guided)
Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council
Nursing Clinical Education Suite
Sam Katz Community Health and Aging Research Unit
International Centre for Olympic Studies
3-D Anatatorium
Laboratory for Brain and Heart Health
Exercise & Health Psychology Lab
Exercise, Mobility and Brain Health Lab
The Health Promotion Laboratory
Faculty of Information & Media Studies
Welcome Centre, Student/Staff Meet and Greet
Mini-Lecture
Information Session
Student Panel: The FIMS Student Experience
Don Wright Faculty of Music
Welcome & Information Centre
Information Session
Sample Lecture
Voice/Opera Masterclass and Demonstrations
Faculty of Science and Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Bachelor of Medical Sciences)
Departmental and Support Services Displays
Chemistry Glassblowing Demonstrations
Welcome and Overview
Open Doors – Tours
Student Panel
Mock Lecture
Faculty of Social Science
Department & Program Information Booths
Bio-Archaelogy Laboratory – Viewing of Lady Hudson Mummy
Faculty Overview Presentation
Ask a Counsellor, Ask a Student
Program Overviews
Sociology & Criminology
Commercial Aviation Management
DAN Program in Management and Organizational Studies
Women’s Studies and Feminist Research
Psychology
Mini-Lectures
History
Geography
Anthropology
Economics
Political Science
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HellmuthHall
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BayfieldHall
LambtonHall
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TennisCourts
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Richard IveyBuilding
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ClareHall
UrsulineHall
BresciaBuilding
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PerthHall
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G. EmmettCardinal Carter
Library
Darryl J. KingStudent Life
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Where to EatWe have several dining halls and coffee shops to serve you during the day. Please note the available times and recommended locations for you to take a break or dine.Faculty of Arts & Humanities, Faculty of Science10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.Centre Spot, University Community Centre
Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Health Sciences (Health Sciences, Kinesiology and Nursing)10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Essex Hall or Ontario Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Don Wright Faculty of Music, Faculty of Information & Media Studies10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Medway-Sydenham Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Faculty of Social Science10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Saugeen-Maitland Hall, Residence Dining Hall
Other Options7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.Tim Hortons, University Community Centre
8 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Spencer Engineering Building
8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Social Science Centre
8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.*Tim Hortons, Arthur & Sonia Labatt Health Sciences Building
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.Tim Hortons, Natural Sciences Centre
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.*Tim Hortons, North Campus Building
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Starbucks, University Community Centre
9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.Starbucks, Richard Ivey Building
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Booster Juice, University Community Centre
10:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.Subway, University Community Centre
11 a.m. – 5 p.m.WSRC Booster Juice, Western Student Recreation Centre
*limited menu only
Table of ContentsWhere to Eat ....................................................................................................................... 1Academic Program Sessions ........................................................................................ 2-3Second-Entry Programs ....................................................................................................2Special Presentations .......................................................................................................3University Community Centre Drop-In Centre ................................................................4Fall Preview Day Sessions Timetable ........................................................................... 4-5
ToursCampus Bus Tours ......................................................................................................4 & 6Campus Walking Tours ......................................................................................................4Residence Tours .................................................................................................................4Western Student Recreation Centre Tours ......................................................................4Campus Map with Bus Tour Route ...................................................................................6
Welcome to WesternWe are delighted you have decided to attend Western’s Fall Preview Day.
Today, you have the opportunity to meet with professors, staff and students to learn why Western offers the best student experience among Canadian universities.
You will get an in-depth look at your future academic program, our residences, the strong network of support services we offer to help ensure your success, and our beautiful campus.
We hope you enjoy your visit!
Plan Your DayIt’s a good idea to spend some time with this program and plan your day. Although many sessions are repeated, some are only offered once.
Campus Bus Tour StopsOur tour buses stop at several key areas throughout the day. Buildings of particular interest are noted below for each numbered stop. The corresponding numbers appear on the campus map above.
1) UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY CENTRE• Information Booth• Drop-In Centre Displays• Sessions highlighting the Faculty of Education,
Faculty of Law, Housing, Indigenous Services, Scholar’s Programs and Student Financial Services
• Western Student Services Building• Campus Walking Tours• Social Science Centre• Faculty of Social Science sessions• International and Graduate Affairs Building• Faculty of Arts & Humanities sessions• Claudette MacKay-Lassonde Pavilion• Faculty of Engineering sessions• The D.B. Weldon Library• Underpass to Springett Parking Lot between
The D.B. Weldon Library and the Western Student Services Building
• Parking for Arts & Humanities, Engineering and Social Science participants
2) ELGIN HALL• Elgin Hall suite-style residence tours• Medway Parking Lot – overflow parking• Medway-Sydenham Hall traditional-style
residence tours
3) DELAWARE HALL• Traditional-style residence tours
4) VISUAL ARTS CENTRE• North Campus Building• Faculty of Information & Media Studies sessions• John Labatt Visual Arts Centre• Visual Arts displays and tours• Middlesex Parking Lot for Science participants
5) CHEMISTRY PARKING LOT• Parking for Information & Media Studies
participants• Overflow parking for Science participants
6) SAUGEEN-MAITLAND HALL• Traditional-style residence tours
7) SPRINGETT PARKING LOT• Parking for Arts & Humanities, Engineering and
Social Science participants. The underpass in the northeast corner of the Springett Parking Lot will take you under Western Road. When you come out, The D.B. Weldon Library will be on your right, the Western Student Services Building on your left.
• Richard Ivey Building• Ivey Business School sessions
8) ONTARIO HALL• Hybrid-style residence tours
9) ESSEX HALL• Suite-style residence tours
10) SOUTH VALLEY PARKING LOT• Parking for Health Sciences, Kinesiology
and Nursing• Western Student Recreation Centre tours• Huron Flats Parking Lot – overflow parking
11) LABATT HEALTH SCIENCES BUILDING• Faculty of Health Sciences displays and tours• Health Sciences session• Kinesiology session• Nursing session
12) TALBOT COLLEGE• Don Wright Faculty of Music sessions and tours• Talbot College Parking Lot for Music participants
13) NATURAL SCIENCES CENTRE• Faculty of Science/BMSc presentations• Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
(MD & DDS degrees) display• Physics & Astronomy Building• BMSc/Science departmental displays
and sessions• Western Science Centre
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First-Entry Programs
Faculty of Arts & Humanities
Welcome Centre
Departmental Information Displays
French Language Lab Tours
Faculty Overview Presentation
Academic Choices and Q&A Session
John Labatt Visual Arts Centre
Visual Arts displays and self-guided tours
Guided tours of the John Labatt Visual Arts Centre
Faculty of Engineering
Welcome Centre
Information Displays – Academic Programs, Student Clubs and Teams
Lab Tours (see schedule for locations)
Faculty Overview Presentation and Student Panel
Integrating Engineering and Business Presentation
Faculty of Health Sciences
Information Displays/Drop-In Centre – Health Sciences/Kinesiology/Nursing
Student Panels – Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council
Program Information Sessions
Kinesiology
Health Sciences
Nursing
Building Facility Tours/Demonstrations (self-guided)
Faculty of Health Sciences Students’ Council
Nursing Clinical Education Suite
Sam Katz Community Health and Aging Research Unit
International Centre for Olympic Studies
3-D Anatatorium
Laboratory for Brain and Heart Health
Exercise & Health Psychology Lab
Exercise, Mobility and Brain Health Lab
The Health Promotion Laboratory
Faculty of Information & Media Studies
Welcome Centre, Student/Staff Meet and Greet
Mini-Lecture
Information Session
Student Panel: The FIMS Student Experience
Don Wright Faculty of Music
Welcome & Information Centre
Information Session
Sample Lecture
Voice/Opera Masterclass and Demonstrations
Faculty of Science and Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry (Bachelor of Medical Sciences)
Departmental and Support Services Displays
Chemistry Glassblowing Demonstrations
Welcome and Overview
Open Doors – Tours
Student Panel
Mock Lecture
Faculty of Social Science
Department & Program Information Booths
Bio-Archaelogy Laboratory – Viewing of Lady Hudson Mummy
Faculty Overview Presentation
Ask a Counsellor, Ask a Student
Program Overviews
Sociology & Criminology
Commercial Aviation Management
DAN Program in Management and Organizational Studies
Women’s Studies and Feminist Research
Psychology
Mini-Lectures
History
Geography
Anthropology
Economics
Political Science
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