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Student Supports and Services

Academic Supports

Undergraduate Programs Faculty Advisors

For each of the majors offered within the department there are faculty advisors to help answer major specific questions such as:

  • Specific course information for majors and minors
  • Information about specializations within majors
  • Transcript evaluations for graduation
  • Course substitutions
  • Career opportunities

Biochemistry (Major & Minor & Co-op)

Biotechnology (Minor)

Microbiology (Major & Minor & Co-op)

Molecular Biology and Genetics

Neuroscience

Indigenous Mentorship Program

The Indigenous mentorship program for undergraduate students in STEM has been developed to give Indigenous students the opportunity for one-on-one mentorship with faculty in the biological sciences. This program is open to all undergraduate Indigenous students enrolled in a STEM program (DVM excluded). The Indigenous STEM Mentorship Programs' website has full details of a list of participating faculty, information on their research interests, and contact information. Students may contact participating faculty directly with the subject line "Indigenous Mentorship Program request." For queries, or for assistance in initiating contact with participating faculty, please contact the program coordinator, Dr. Melissa Perreault at perreaum@uoguelph.ca.

Learning Commons

This unit is located in the McLaughlin Library and brings together a number of individuals and services aimed at helping students develop skills related to numeracy, writing, learning, research and use of technology. Throughout the year, there are a number of workshops offered that are geared towards the above topics. Students can also book a one-on-one appointment with a learning specialist or peer helper who can address the student’s specific needs as they relate to test-taking, study methods, learning strategies and time management. There are also a number of handouts available for students who want immediate information. Check out Learning Commons' website for more information.

Supported Learning Groups (SLGs)

These peer-led content-specific learning sessions are offered through the Learning Commons. Students who have previously and successfully completed a course in good standing, for which an SLG is offered, will attend the lectures for the course and then at a set time each week offer a group session to review content taught in lecture. The session is designed for all students, regardless of grades and is free of charge. More information about the SLG program is available on the SLG website.

Science Commons

Located on the third floor of the McLaughlin library, the Science Commons includes specific help rooms where students can access one-on-one help for chemistry, physics and math. The Science Commons' website has full details of the hours of operations and services available.

Academic Learning Communities

For students interesting in living with other students who are in the same degree program, academic learning communities or a cluster is a great option. You will have a cluster leader who will have completed some of the same courses you are going to complete in your first year. There are a number of activities scheduled throughout the semester to help you adjust to the academic and personal challenges of university life.

Student Accessibility Services

The goal of the centre is to assist students with disabilities in fully participating in university activities and to take full advantage of the university campus. Students do need to register with the centre and provide appropriate documentation. The process to register can be longer than that in high school, so students are encouraged to contact the centre as soon as possible. Full details of the services offered by the centre and how to register can be found on the Student Accessibility Services website.

Academic Program Counsellors

Their role is to provide you with advice regarding your academic program. The B.Sc. Program Counsellors are located in the Science Complex, room 1329. 

Program counsellors provide support regarding: 

  • Policies and procedures of the institution
  • Changing majors
  • Academic consideration
  • Academic standing
  • Courses required to meet graduation requirements
  • Admission and transfer information
  • Referring to appropriate supports on campus
  • Liaison to faculty, staff, chairs, etc. regarding academic concerns and requests

Non-Academic Supports

Student Services

Student services available to University of Guelph students:

  • Health Services: provides confidential and comprehensive medical services by licensed physicians, including a walk-in clinic
  • Counselling Services: personal and confidential counselling appointments available, including drop-in appointments and after-hours support
  • Wellness Centre: provides semesterly programming on a variety of topics related to physical and mental health
  • Health and Performance Centre: a suite of health care professionals ranging from physiotherapy to dieticians and sports therapists

SSC Safe Space: SSC 1119

This space is set aside for quiet reflection, meditation, and prayer, to nurture the well-being and diverse spirituality of our campus community. You are welcome to use the materials provided. Please leave the space as you found it. No booking required. 

A full list of multi-faith and quiet spaces can be found on the Student Experience website. 

About

The College of Biological Science is a globally recognized academic faculty with a mission to expand the understanding of life, from DNA to cells to complex ecosystems. It produces intrepid and interdisciplinary research in a student-centred learning environment that encourages and promotes comprehensive understanding of the systems that govern life.