SLICE

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About SLICE

The Strategic Learning In the College Environment (SLICE) conference is an in-person transition event for students with disabilities starting their first year at Algonquin. A free, half-day event, SLICE gives you an overview of the services of the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) and Algonquin College. You will get a chance to hear from and engage with upper-level students and professors and have opportunities to develop self-advocacy and post-secondary survival skills.

SLICE 2023

Wednesday, August 30 • 9:00am- 12:00pm • In-person Event

The Strategic Learning In the College Environment (SLICE) conference is an in-person transition event for students with disabilities starting their first year at Algonquin College. A free, half-day event, SLICE gives you an overview of the services of the Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) and Algonquin College. You will get a chance to hear from and engage with upper-level students and professors and have opportunities to develop self-advocacy and post-secondary survival skills.

SLICE will be taking place in the AC Hub (2nd Floor, Student Commons).

Registration for SLICE 2023 is now closed.

Accommodations for SLICE

If you plan to attend SLICE and will require support to access the event or material, please contact CAL Counsellor Martine Wittal at wittalm@algonquincollege.com, or the Welcome Centre.

SLICE 2023 Overview

Students will have the opportunity to participate in a series of activities, including:

  • Opportunities to network with other first-year students
  • Review of CAL services and supports
  • Campus tour
  • Student & Faculty Panel Discussion

Level Up Your Learning – Preparing for Fall Semester

The Centre for Accessible Learning (CAL) will also be coordinating a series of workshops during the week before college begins. These workshops will focus on developing skills in preparation for beginning your post-secondary journey. Topics will include:

  • Assistive Technology at AC
  • Learning Strategies – Top Tips for College Students
  • Stress Management
  • Preparing for Campus
  • Taking Notes – Tips and Tools
  • Time Management – Rock the Clock
  • Enhancing Resilience
  • Writing Effective Emails

All Level Up Your Learning sessions will be delivered virtually.

Click here for more information and to register for LUYL!

Questions?

For information, please email Martine Wittal at wittalm@algonquincollege.com.