University of Ottawa Student Life | uOttawa Advice and FAQ
I graduated from university and wished I was more involved to make the most of my university experience. Learning from my experience, I decided to create an infographic to capture essential student services to make the most of your University of Ottawa student life.
Note the bolded terms are hyperlinks in the guide. To access all the links in the infographic, download the PDF file below.
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Things You Should Know About University of Ottawa Student Life (FAQ and Advice)
I created an infographic for FAQ and resources to make the most of your student life.
There are hyperlinks in the guide so download the infographic below.
What Should I do Before Attending/ Returning to University?
- Get your UPass earlier. Choose your photo ahead of time to avoid the big lines. You will be using your student card for busing, meal plan, library services, gym and more.
- University is a huge adjustment so establish better habits now. “Get into good habits now, so that school isn’t tough when your courses get harder” (Reddit).
What Are Some Study Spaces at uOttawa?
- Law library, DMS library (second floor), CRX building, FSS building, DMS computer labs, Fauteux, and student lounge.
How Can I Find My Classes on Campus?
- Use ClassFind to find the exact locations of your classes. I recommend you find your classes ahead of time to avoid being late.
What Are Some Helpful Resources at the University of Ottawa?
- Check out the student essential guide by uOttawa for tips to succeed in your studies, ways to get involved on campus and more.
To find the links to the resources mentioned above. Download the infographic below.
University of Ottawa Student Life Survival Guides
Check out part one and part two for the detailed survival guides.
Campus and City Activities
- uOttawa Calendar of Events: Networking, recruitment, panels, cultural and student events.
- TripAdvisor: Things to Do in Ottawa
Get Involved
- Ottawa Volunteer Database
- JobsNow: Employment opportunities on campus
Academic, Career and Financial Support
- Study Skill Hub: Exam preparation, note-taking, stress, time management
- Scholarship and Bursary Database
- Resume Tips and Servies to Get You Hired
Health and Wellness Resources
- uOttawa Gym Guide
- Wellness Resources: Self-care, mental health and academic life
Click here to read about all the resources at University of Ottawa to help you be more successful.
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