Red River Ready — Exchange District Campus

Welcome – Executive Director, Student Services and Global Partnerships, Elder and Students’ Association Executives

Emcee: Vassan Aruljothi
Location: Tim Hortons Dining Hall, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

Spaces, Places, and People You Need to Know

Learn where to find information about RRC Polytech’s services and support for students. From tuition payment to locker sign-up, lost and found to fitness facilities, this session covers it all!

Location: Tim Hortons Dining Hall, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

Essentials Booths

Students’ Association, Health and Dental
The Students’ Association booth is where you can learn about the vibrant student community on campus. They provide information on student clubs, organizations, events, and opportunities for involvement and leadership.

Student Service Centre
The Student Service Centre booth is your go-to place for any administrative support you may need. They can assist with registration, academic records, student ID cards, and other essential student services.

Information Technology Solutions
IT Support is your go-to resource for tech assistance. From resolving software hiccups to network guidance, our experts ensure smooth digital learning. Count on us to keep you connected and empower your academic journey with reliable and responsive support.

Support Services Booths

Accessibility Services and Counseling Services
At the Accessibility Services booth, you can learn about accommodation and resources available to students with disabilities. Counseling Services offer confidential support for students dealing with personal, emotional, or psychological challenges.

Safety, Health and Security Services
The Safety and Health Services booth provides information on campus safety measures, emergency procedures, and resources for maintaining a safe and healthy environment for all students.

Library and Academic Success Centre
The Library booth offers resources, research assistance, and access to a wide range of academic materials. The Academic Success Centre provides tutoring support and workshops to enhance your study skills, time management, and academic success.

Indigenous Student Support
The Indigenous Student Support booth offers guidance and resources specifically designed to meet the needs of Indigenous students, including cultural programming, academic support, and community engagement opportunities.

Campus Well-Being
The Campus Well-Being booth focuses on promoting overall well-being and mental health. They offer resources through sport, fitness, and recreation activities to help students prioritize self-care, stress management, and healthy living.

Career Services and Work-Integrated Learning
Unlock opportunities, gain real-world experience, and shape your future. Our experts guide you in merging classroom learning with practical skills, ensuring you’re prepared for a dynamic professional journey.

Environmental Stewardship and Campus Renewal
Explore a greener future at Red River College’s Environmental Stewardship and Campus Renewal info booth. Discover sustainable initiatives, eco-friendly practices, and innovative campus transformations. Join us in building an environmentally conscious community, where every step contributes to a more sustainable tomorrow.

Location: Outside of Tim Hortons Dining Hall (Annex), Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

The IT Essentials / Tech Corner

This session provides a guided tour through the use of your Red River College Polytechnic computer account. Learn how to manage your account, how to use the College’s HUB to access College applications, and how to look for and request help through the Colleges IT Solutions Service Desk. A Q&A will follow the presentation.

Tech Corner – Come and explore all things ‘tech’ and get yourself set up for College. Drop-in, bring your laptop or devices, and talk to staff to get hands-on help logging into the various College systems and platforms. We can show you how to reset your College password, navigate through HUB, use LEARN, view your Library account log into College WiFi and so much more!

Presenter: Technical Support Specialist from Infrastructure Systems
Location: Tim Hortons Dining Hall, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

Student Panel

As much as starting your journey at RRC Polytech is an exciting time, it can also feel overwhelming and even anxiety provoking. That is completely normal – to be both excited and anxious. In this session, you will hear from current students who remember their first day and their first year very well. Come to learn about their experiences, what they wish they would have known about and done a little differently, and what worked well for them and helped make their first year a success.

Presenter: Students’ Association
Location: A104, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

Preparing to Launch (Your Career!)

In this session, students will hear from RRC Polytech’s Work-Integrated Learning and Career Services team about the full range of co-op and career supports available to students. These include assistance with job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation and much more! Learn how students and graduates seeking work-integrated learning as well as part-time, full-time and temporary employment can access personalized supports, job postings, on-campus presentations and recruitment initiatives.

Presenter: Career Advisors
Location: Skyfold Classroom, E235, E236 and E237, Manitou a bi Bii daziigae

Unlocking Your Potential: Strategies for Academic Excellence

This session offers valuable resources and support for students aiming to excel academically. The presentation highlights various services such as tutoring, writing assistance, and workshops designed to enhance study skills. Additionally, it provides information on accommodations and support available for students with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive and accessible learning environment. Attendees will learn about the comprehensive strategies and tools available to help them achieve their academic goals and navigate.

Presenter: Academic Success Centre and Student Accessibility Services

Refreshments will be served in Elgin Plaza. There will be games (giant Jenga, spike ball, can jam, basketball, bean bag toss, and connect four).

Location: Elgin Plaza, Exchange District Campus

The IT Essentials / Tech Corner

This session provides a guided tour through the use of your Red River College Polytechnic computer account. Learn how to manage your account, how to use the College’s HUB to access College applications, and how to look for and request help through the Colleges IT Solutions Service Desk. A Q&A will follow the presentation.

Tech Corner – Come and explore all things ‘tech’ and get yourself set up for College. Drop-in, bring your laptop or devices, and talk to staff to get hands-on help logging into the various College systems and platforms. We can show you how to reset your College password, navigate through HUB, use LEARN, view your Library account, log into College WiFi and so much more!

Presenter: Technical Support Specialist from Infrastructure Systems
Location: Tim Hortons Dining Hall, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

Student Panel

As much as starting your journey at RRC Polytech is an exciting time, it can also feel overwhelming and even anxiety provoking. That is completely normal – to be both excited and anxious. In this session, you will hear from current students who remember their first day and their first year very well. Come to learn about their experiences, what they wish they would have known about and done a little differently, and what worked well for them and helped make their first year a success.

Presenter: Students’ Association
Location: A104, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

Preparing to Launch (Your Career!)

In this session, students will hear from RRC Polytech’s Work-Integrated Learning and Career Services team about the full range of co-op and career supports available to students. These include assistance with job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing, interview preparation and much more! Learn how students and graduates seeking work-integrated learning as well as part-time, full-time and temporary employment can access personalized supports, job postings, on-campus presentations and recruitment initiatives.

Presenter: Career Advisors
Location: Skyfold Classroom, E235, E236 and E237, Manitou a bi Bii daziigae

Unlocking Your Potential: Strategies for Academic Excellence

This session offers valuable resources and support for students aiming to excel academically. The presentation highlights various services such as tutoring, writing assistance, and workshops designed to enhance study skills. Additionally, it provides information on accommodations and support available for students with disabilities, ensuring an inclusive and accessible learning environment. Attendees will learn about the comprehensive strategies and tools available to help them achieve their academic goals and navigate.

Presenter: Academic Success Centre and Student Accessibility Services

Red River Ready Race

Students will be randomly assigned to a group to facilitate new connections. Every group will be given a sheet with a list of challenges which will take students to key areas around the campus. It’s the perfect opportunity to bond with fellow students, make new friends, and create unforgettable memories together. At the end of the game, 10 teams will be chosen by a draw to win tickets to a Winnipeg Blue Bombers game.

Journey to Success: Essential Information (International Students Only)

Once you’ve arrived in Canada, now what? Make a plan to settle in Manitoba and get ready for the next steps in your journey to succeed and thrive. The Centre for International Education and Global Partnerships (CIEGP) will deliver this session about starting your life in Canada, learning winning strategies in and out of the classroom and provide key Canadian immigration information; the session will also present Equity, Diversity & Inclusion learning opportunities on campus and Intercultural Partnership Program. The International Student-only Session is designed to help new international students get a strong start in your RRC Polytech academic program and help you understand what you need to comply with current IRCC regulations and prepare for the next steps in your student journey.

Presenter: International Student Support Team
Location: Tim Hortons Dining Hall, Roblin Centre, Exchange District Campus

Indigenous Student Supports

The Indigenous Student Supports team provides the tools and resources to help Indigenous students succeed, from community to classroom to career. We believe that to reach your personal potential, the mind, body, spirit and heart must work together. From academic to cultural, we provide holistic and interconnected wrap around supports that take the best of western and Indigenous ways of teaching and learning. Please come check out our Indigenous Students Supports Information Session to see how we can help you achieve your goals.

Location: Room P407, Exchange District Campus