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(or) go-vaxx bus

looking for some extra protection against covid-19 this school year? the province’s go-vaxx mobile vaccine bus will be rolling into campus this january.

the go-vaxx bus will be set up on campus from 11am to 5pm on saturday, january 28th, 2023, administering the bi-valent vaccine. 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty, staff, and community members will be able to receive a first, second, third or fourth dose of the vaccine. no appointment is required.

anyone wishing to take advantage of the go-vaxx bus to receive their vaccine is reminded to:

six simple tips to keep you safe this winter

as the snow starts to fall and temperatures dip below freezing, we’d like to share a few tips to help keep you safe this season:

  1. walk on the plowed sidewalks. don’t cut across the green space or over snow banks as you could potentially fall and be injured. the field between rotary place and the university isn’t monitored and should you get into trouble the security team would not be aware.
  2. make sure your vehicle is free of snow and ice before you leave home or the university parking lot. clean off all windows, defrost your windows, and clean your head and tail lights.
  3. as the snow covers the parking lot the parking lines may be harder to judge. please be respectful of other drivers’ parking spots.
  4. it’s a good idea to keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle should you become stranded. here are some recommended items:
    1. ice scraper/snow brush
    2. shovel
    3. sand or traction aid (kitty litter works well)
    4. booster cables
    5. first aid kit
    6. extra clothing
    7. blanket
    8. non-perishable energy foods – example: chocolate or granola bars, bottled water
    9. candle and a small tin can
    10. matches
  5. check weather and travel conditions before heading out. don’t take chances if the weather is bad. reports on winter road conditions are available at www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/traveller/conditions/index.shtml
  6. take advantage of our 24/7 safe walk program. drop by the security office and one of our guards will happily walk you to your vehicle, to the residence building, or the bus stop.

a reminder that class or exam cancellations will be shared through our lakehead mobile safety app, and our local radio stations. to stay informed, please ensure you have access to those resources. you may also check www.hsbcwebinars.com/about/orillia-campus/our-campus/weather for the latest updates.

remember, prevention is always better than recovery.

if you have any security or parking-related questions please don't hesitate to drop by and speak to us.

hand scraping ice from car window

smart goal setting for the new year

we are starting to count down the days until exams and school are over for the year, 2023 is quickly approaching and the new year resolution ideas are flooding in. we need to make sure that we are setting attainable and realistic goals for ourselves. setting goals for yourself with no specific aim, that are unrealistic, or are too vague can be detrimental to your overall mental and physical health. not reaching your predicted goals can cause a sense of failure, creating high self-criticism, de-motivation, low self-esteem, poor sense of self, negative thinking, and codependency. one or more of these issues can cause depression and anxiety in oneself to rise and potentially become harmful and irreparable. however, there is a way to set goals that can be attenable and achievable while being proactive and keeping your mental and physical health in mind, using the smart method. the smart method allows you to plan and organize your considerations and ambitions in an organized and well thought out manner, pushing for success in reaching your personal goals.

smart goal setting:

specific

a specific goal should answer these five questions:

  • what exactly do i want to achieve?
  • why – specific reasons, purpose, or benefits of accomplishing the goal.
  • who is involved?
  • where – identify a location.
  • which restrictions or limits are important to consider?

measurable

a measurable goal will answer:

  • how much or how many?
  • how will i know when it is accomplished?

achievable

an achievable goal will answer the question:

  • how can this goal be accomplished?

relevant

a relevant goal will answer yes to these questions:

  • does this seem worthwhile?
  • is this the right time?
  • does this match our other efforts/needs?

time-bound

goals includes target dates. a time-bound goal will help to answer:

  • when must i be finished?
  • what can i do six months from now?
  • what can i do six weeks from now?
  • what can i do today?

 

once you have finalized your smart goals, the next phase that many goal-setters fall short of is to plan the next steps you need to take and how to put them into action. think of what resources you need, what activities do you need to complete to achieve your goal, and who can help you achieve your goal. having a supportive friend and/or family network to help you stay on track can be very beneficial to you the people around you. remember that failure is a part of the process and paves the way for success as it allows for the opportunity to learn and grow from it. as michael jordan said:

 

i’ve missed more than 9000 shots in my career. i’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, i’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. i’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. and this is why i succeed”

 

read here for more information on a how-to guide for smart goal setting.

share your lakehead experience in your hometown!

the undergraduate recruitment team is looking for current 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 to share stories about their lakehead experience back in their hometown high school as part of our home for the holidays initiative.

current 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 can help other 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 who are facing important decisions about university. if you are returning home for the holidays, catch up with your high school guidance counsellor, favourite teachers, or even current high school 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 and let them know about all that lakehead has to offer. to complement your visit, we'll give you a ‘lakehead holiday pack’. by participating, you have the chance to win a $250 voucher for the bookstore or food services!

sign up here to participate in home for the holidays: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1faipqlseehvmsyogrujaujjnfpotwuh4ouhnrkct_d3pjsq2uyv9y1g/viewform

please let us know by thursday, dec. 8, if you would like to take part in sharing your lakehead experiences back at your hometown high school. once we hear from you, we will follow up with more information and details to help you get ready.

exam wellness kits

to help get you through exams, the student affairs department is offering build-your-own exam wellness kits in simcoe hall! stop by any time from december 8th – 19th to get what you need to have a healthy and successful exam period. kit items include:

  • fruits
  • granola bars and other snacks
  • school supplies
  • study and stress management tips
  • and more!

preparing for your exams

it's not too early to start preparing for your exams!

  1. make sure you have a 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 student id card. 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 will not be permitted to write an examination and will be asked to leave the examination room until their 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 student id is presented. 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 will only be permitted back into the examination room, with their 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 id within the first hour of the allowed examination time. a new or replacement student id can be obtained from the chancellor paterson library on the thunder bay campus and the bookstore on the orillia campus.
  2. plan to arrive on time for your exam. confirm the time and location of your final exams //www.hsbcwebinars.com/studentcentral/exams-grades.
  3. review the examination regulations course calendar 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 .

best of luck as you prepare for your exams. if you have any questions about the location of your december exams please contact student central at 807-343-8675 or at studentcentral@lakeheadu.ca.

winter intramural registration now open

join fellow thunderwolves in intramural volleyball or dodgeball this winter! intramural sports offers the lakehead community an opportunity to stay involved in the sports they love, or to try a new sport while they attend university.

all intramural sports are designed so that each student can have fun in a safe recreational setting. registration is limited, so sign up today!

for more information and to register, visit orilliathunderwolves.ca.

eating well for the mind and wallet

join student health and wellness and student central for an information session about how your food choices impact your mood and how to improve your overall well-being by eating well without breaking the bank.

you'll learn about:

  • how your food impacts your mental health
  • nutrients and foods that promote mental wellbeing
  • simple, low-cost recipes to incorporate those foods into your diet

the session will be led by sara corcoran from student health and wellness and melanie oakes from student central.

festivus for the rest of us

dust off your ugly festive sweaters and come celebrate with us. festivus is happening on wednesday, nov. 23!

join us in the fun from 11 am to 3 pm in and around the learning commons and the dining hall. there is even a special festivus themed breakfast and dinner menu planned.

pick up your free festivus ticket from the student central desk, kiosk, residence desk or dining hall and enter the raffle for some festivus miracles.

you're invited to festivus

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