University of Guelph Library
Dr. Peter Conlon, Assistant Dean, Student Affairs, OVC:
"Our extensive collaboration with Learning Services has resulted in the development of a suite of services that support learning at OVC. Just one example is the workshop on working effectively in groups, which has become an integral part of the Art of Veterinary Medicine curriculum. The staff professionals in Learning Services have also provided individual assistance for many OVC student veterinarians s needing help with issues ranging from controlling procrastination to preparing for external exams. Learning Services is a critical resource for students and faculty alike."
Dr. Myrna Dawson, Associate Professor, Sociology & Anthropology and Graduate Coordinator:
"After working with the staff in Learning Services, my graduate students feel more confident in their ability to give academic presentations. The workshops were tailored to the students' needs, sensitive to their concerns, and provided effective practice and feedback. Indeed, it was unanimous among the students that this was one of the most valuable sessions of the year. They have become a regular part of the Proseminar schedule."
Dr. Dawn Larson, BIOL1030/1040 Course Coordinator:
"Hundreds of students have received valuable insight into how to learn and study in the biological sciences through the Preparing for Multiple Choice in BIOL*1030 workshop designed and delivered by Learning Services. Building on the success of this session, we asked Learning Services for additional workshops to support the academic needs unique to BIOL*1040. Our collaboration with the professionals in Learning Services over the past five years has been both rewarding and productive."
Dr. Cecelia Paine, Associate Dean, Graduate Studies:
"Individual assistance with time management, and workshops on Managing Procrastination & Perfectionism and Managing Your Thesis Writing, have been invaluable resources for our graduate students. Learning Services staff are caring, knowledgeable, and effective. They provide a range of support services to help students complete their programs on time."
Dr. Andy Robinson, Associate Professor & Graduate Coordinator, Animal & Poultry Science
"Through Learning Services, we set up some specialized workshops targeted just at students who struggled with the midterm. They facilitated the process and designed activities around my material to help the students not just with the material but also with their learning and problem solving skills. After the workshops, we saw an average improvement of 21% between the midterm and final exam grades for the target students."
Quick Links
- Workshops
- Workshops by Request
- Individual Assistance
- Time Management Resources
- Handouts
- A Guide For University Learning
- A Guide For Time Management
- Graduate Student Learning Initiative
Contact
519-824-4120 ext. 58313
First Floor
McLaughlin Library
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1
Unit Co-ordinator
Maryann Kope
