UPCOMING DATES
Monday, August 22 –International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
Monday, August 22 - September 16 - CR & CV bookstores will be open from 9 am - 4 pm
Wednesday, August 31 – International Overdose Awareness Day
Thursday, September 1 – Welcome tent outside the Mixalakwila Campus
Monday, August 29- Friday, September 2 - Live, virtual orientation sessions for all students
EVENTS & INITIATIVES
2022 Fall Orientation is now live! Check out all the details and mark your calendar for fun events both in-person and virtually.
In-person Events
Comox Valley campus: Tuesday, Sept. 6 and Wednesday, Sept. 7, 11 am – 1 pm
Campbell River campuses: Tuesday, Sept. 6 and Wednesday, Sept. 7, 11 am – 1 pm
Port Alberni campus: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 8:30-9:30 am (Main campus); Wednesday, Sept. 7, 12-1 pm (Tebo Vocational Centre); Tuesday, Sept. 13, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm (Main campus)
Mixalakwila campus: Thursday, Sept. 1 - Welcome tent; Tuesday, Oct. 4, 10 am – 12 pm
Live Virtual Events
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Mon, Aug 29 @ 12:30 – 1:30 pm
BlueJeans – Email studentlife@nic.bc.ca to register and get the link
Welcome to NIC!
Student Life is excited to welcome you to NIC and give you an overview of our Fall 2022 Orientation program. Join us for a chance to win a prize.
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Tue, Aug 30 @ 12:30 – 1:30 pm
BlueJeans – Email studentlife@nic.bc.ca to register and get the link
Navigating NIC’s Digital Learning Platforms
Learn how to access and navigate our digital learning platforms including NIC email, Brightspace and more!
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Wed, Aug 31 @ 12:30 – 1:30 pm
BlueJeans – Email studentlife@nic.bc.ca to register and get the link
Supports for Success
Discover the FREE personal and academic supports available to you as an NIC student, including counselling, the Library and Learning Commons, accessible learning services, work-integrated learning, financial aid, advising and Indigenous Education.
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Thu, Sep 1 @ 12:30 – 1:30 pm
BlueJeans – Email studentlife@nic.bc.ca to register and get the link
Meet your North Island Students’ Union
Connect with NISU and learn about their supports, services and students’ health and dental plan.
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Fri, Sep 2 @ 12:30 – 1:30 pm
BlueJeans – Email studentlife@nic.bc.ca to register and get the link
Meet Student Life and Ask Away!
Still have questions? This is a great opportunity to meet other students and make sure you have your questions answered.
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STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
Campus Life Assistants
Would you like to work with Student Life to develop projects, plan events or create posts for social media? Do you want to gain valuable experience that you can add to your resume? NIC Student Life is looking to hire Campus Life Assistants. Email us at studentlife@nic.bc.ca to find out more.
MEAL IDEAS
Overnight breakfast oats
Ingredients:
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½ cup rolled oats
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1 tablespoon chia seeds
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½ cup milk or almond milk
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
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¼ cup plain yogurt or coconut milk
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Optional Toppings: sliced fresh fruit, berries, dried fruit, shredded coconut, nuts, seeds, nut butter or cinnamon
Method:
1. Place all ingredients into a sealable jar or bowl and stir until combined.
2. Place the jar in the fridge for 2 – 12 hours
3. Top your overnight oats with your favourite toppings and enjoy!
NIC SUPPORTS & SERVICES
GRATEFUL & THANKFUL
Has an NIC instructor or staff member made a difference in your life as a student? If you would like to recognize someone’s expertise, support, or kindness that contributed to your success, please fill out our recognition form. We will send the nominee an anonymous thank you on your behalf including your comment(s). We have received some wonderful messages which is proof that kindness counts.
Please keep in touch with us over the summer at: studentlife@nic.bc.ca or our NIC Student Life Facebook or Instagram page. We welcome your feedback!
Cheers,
Lela Kulesh, Rachel Birch, Mez Jiwaji - your Student Life team
