- Are accomplished students who serve as role models and represent an important source of information and guidance.
- Take advantage of campus supports and help fellow students tap into these resources.
- Facilitate study groups, help you learn theory and concepts. They are not tutors or Teaching Assistants.
- Are available during office hours to offer additional support to fellow students.
Mentoring Centre
We support undergraduate students in their studies and academic life. We help them thrive as University of Ottawa students. If you are looking for ways to achieve your full potential, to learn new study techniques, to network with your peers or if you want to know the secrets to academic success, come see us. All services are free of charge!
Amrit Brar
Program: Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics
Year of study: 3
Languages spoken: French, English, Punjabi
Useful tip for students: Make the most of your time. Eliminate all distractions while you're studying and during classes to maximize efficiency. Then reward yourself with breaks!
Andrea Lee
Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 2
Languages spoken: French, English, Cantonese
Useful tip for students: Identify the things that help you focus and what distractions affect you most. Aim to be consistent with a studying environment. Keep in mind that separating the spaces in which you study and relax is beneficial for your mental health!
Christopher Flynn
Program: Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics
Year of study: 4
Languages spoken: French, English
Useful tip for students: University is no small hill, it's a mountain that may be hard to navigate, but there's help along the way! Take your time, be patient with yourself, and be kind to yourself!
Dana Abdel Bary
Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 2
Languages spoken: French, English, Arabic
Useful tip for students: Break your larger tasks into smaller manageable tasks. This way you don't feel too overwhelmed and you'll be able to get it done more easily. Remember, try not to overwork yourself.
Myriam Beauregard
Program: Honours Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics
Year of study: 4
Languages spoken: French, English
Useful tip for students: Stay on top of your classes by being organized. Make organized and detailed notes after each lecture. This doesn’t need to take a long time, but it will make a significant difference when it comes to studying for your exams.
Noémie Beauregard
Program: Honours Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Sciences - Dietetic
Year of study: 3
Languages spoken: French, English
Useful tip for students: Vocalize to memorize. Explain concepts out loud (without looking at your notes) to test your knowledge and see how well you understand the course material. If you can explain it, you understand it!
Paul Djanga wonganombe
Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 4
Languages spoken: French, English, Lingala
Useful tip for students: Schedule your study time as well as your time to rest and to take care of yourself; maintain consistency in following your plan and most of all, be proud of your little steps.
Ralitza Kechelieva
Program: Honours Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Year of study: 2
Languages spoken: French, English, Bulgarian
Useful tip for students: Acknowledge your success, and be proud of yourself. Remember that school is only one part of your life, so always strive to make time for yourself and your hobbies. Make smart decisions, but enjoy this chapter of your life!
Sandra Bojic
Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 4
Languages spoken: French, English, Bosnian, Serbian, Croatian, Spanish
Useful tip for students: Do it today, don’t wait until tomorrow or next year! Join that new club, start that new project, set that new goal, book a meeting with a mentor! Don’t hold back and make this university experience your own :)
Véronique Lapierre
Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 3
Languages spoken: French, English
Useful tip for students: It is crucial to maintain a balance between your studies, your obligations, and your well-being. Planning your time (agenda, effective study techniques, etc.) allows you to maximize your productivity and enjoy free time for yourself.
Zoé Caissy
Program: Honours Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Sciences - Dietetic
Year of study: 3
Languages spoken: French, English
Useful tip for students: Create a realistic schedule including all the tasks you need to complete, then follow it! This work will allow you to structure your days and avoid any waste of time!
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Mentoring Centre of the Faculty of Health Sciences
All of our services will be offered virtually until further notice. See the Academic GPS for details.
Book a virtual appointment with a mentor through Microsoft Bookings.
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