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3 ALGOMA UNIVERSITY BOLDLY. INTENTIONALLY. You’re looking for a university that understands you. A place that will leverage your career intentions and be your partner along the way. A university where faculty are ready to share their knowledge and convictions and direct you on the right course, and where graduates have carved a path to follow. We are proud of our unique ways and it’s this drive that makes Algoma University the right place for you, your future, your mark. Shannon Boyer 4th Year, Bachelor of Business PR OUDLY. Un ique. Administration, Human Resources Management
FOUND. HERE. 6 ALGOMA COMMUNITY 8 CITY OF SAULT STE. MARIE 12 CITY OF BRAMPTON 16 CITY OF TIMMINS 18 INTERNATIONAL 20 GET INVOLVED 24 ATHLETICS 26 ANISHINAABE EDUCATION 30 SAULT STE. MARIE CAMPUS 34 RESIDENCE 36 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS 40 SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES & THE ENVIRONMENT 44 OPPORTUNITIES 48 PROGRAMS 62 MINORS AND SPECIALIZATIONS 66 CERTIFICATES 67 TWO PLUS TWO & EXCEPTIONAL AGREEMENTS 68 DIPLOMA TO DEGREE 69 SCHOLARSHIPS 70 TUITION & FEES 71 HOW TO APPLY
6 7 REAL. IMPACT. algoma community ALGOMA UNIVERSITY WE CELEBRATE When you look back at your Algoma experience, our hope is THE VALUES, that it will be defined by more than what you’ve learned in SUPPORTIVE PERSONALITIES, CAMPUS the classroom. It will be the ENVIRONMENT AND CONVICTIONS experience of life moments that will shape you and the creation According to the National Survey of Student THAT MAKE EACH of bonds that will last. Engagement (NSSE) a significantly higher proportion OF US UNIQUE — It will be the shared laughter with people that see things the way you do. The of Algoma University students claim that the BECAUSE THEY standing ovations while cheering for your campus environment is more team in the finals. The times you realize supportive compared to students at other universities. ALSO BRING US that every decision, unsure at the time, will acknowledge that you’re on the right path. TOGETHER. This and more is what you can expect at Algoma. Where you’ll connect with the most diverse student body in Ontario. Where you’ll benefit from dedicated and caring faculty. Where you’ll find your true self and more. Hold tight, this is going to be an adventure. FUT URE. FOCUSED. U N I V E R S I T Y G R A D U AT E S H AV E THE THE LOWEST HIGHEST UNEMPLOYMENT LIFETIME RATES EARNINGS IN ONTARIO
8 9 ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY CITY OF SAULT STE. MARIE The opportunity to learn at a top-quality school in an environment and community that will WHERE inspire you to your core. There’s an energy in Sault Ste. Marie. You can feel it in our schools, our businesses, industry and across our incredible land and waterscapes. YOU You hear it bubbling in the rapids, echoing throughout our campuses and in the new developments and ideas that come alive in our city every day. A vibrant and friendly community, BELONG. Sault Ste. Marie provides a mix of urban and natural amenities that offer an adventurous lifestyle in the heart of the Great Lakes. Take the time, live in the moment, find yourself…in Sault Ste. Marie. algomau.ca/ssm www.welcometossm.com
10 11 CITY OF SAULT STE. MARIE REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY FOUND. HERE. Sault Ste. Marie, referred to as “The Soo” by locals, has all the amenities of a big city – ONTARIO shopping, entertainment, Flight from sports teams, festivals, Sault Ste. Marie to Toronto and cultural activities – 1 hour 15 minutes TIMMINS but without the hassle Thunder Bay of traffic. 1 2 Our city is small enough to get around on foot or bike. It’s only L ak e Supe r ior SAULT STE. MARIE a 30-minute walk from campus to downtown or a 10-minute bike or bus ride. The Sault Transit makes regular stops on Ottawa our campus and can take you La anywhere you want to go. BRAMPTON ke Hu Toronto ro n r io 1 Bon Soo Winter Carnival n nta hig a O L ake L a k e Mic 2 Searchmont Ski Resort 3 4 5 3 Roberta Bondar Park and Detroit r ie Tent Pavilion La ke E Chicago 4 Downtown Coffee Shop MICHIGAN 5 St. Mary’s River and the International Bridge
12 13 ALGOMAU.CA CITY OF BRAMPTON ALGOMA UNIVERSITY MORE THAN New and exciting things are happening AN ACADEMIC in Brampton as Algoma University EXPERIENCE, ALL expands both its programming and campus student space. WITHIN WALKING Brampton, a lively city in the Greater Toronto Area that DISTANCE OF is home to over 600,000 residents, is the 9th largest city in Canada. ALGOMA’S Algoma University’s campus lies in the heart of historic downtown Brampton. Within steps away, the downtown BRAMPTON offers access to city and regional transit, and is home to over 1500 businesses and services. Enjoy great CAMPUS. restaurants, shops, arts, entertainment, parks and culture. Garden Square, located directly beside Algoma U’s Brampton campus, offers free entertainment for all ages throughout the year including many events and festivals. Culture Days, Winter Lights Weekend, Festival of Liberty Diversity, and the World of Jazz Festival to name just a few are scheduled at this vibrant city hub. algomau.ca/brampton Algoma University’s School of Business & Economics offers the following degree programming in Brampton: • Accounting • Business Administration: Specializations include: Accounting, Economics, EVERYTHING. Human Resources Management, and Marketing • Economics • Finance and Economics CLOSE. *Graduate Certificate programming available in: • Business Administration • Human Resources Management *Graduate Certificate programming also available in: • Information Technology * Graduate certificate programs are only available to students who have completed an undergraduate degree
14 15 CITY oF BRAMPTON REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY 1 WHAT’S AROUND DOWNTOWN BRAMPTON A ALGOMA UNIVERSITY LOCATION Walking time from Algoma U B Brampton Farmers’ Market 1 minute C The Rose 1 minute D Garden Square 1 minute CULTURE. RICH. Photo courtesy of Inzola Group E YMCA 2 minutes Brampton is proud “I completed my F Public Library 2 minutes of its diversity. More graduate certificate G Gage Park 4 minutes than 70 languages and program in Business City Hall 2 minutes Administration at 170 different cultures Algoma University’s Go Train and Via Rail Station 6 minutes are represented by its School of Business Bus Terminal 5 minutes community residents. & Economics in Parking 1 minute Brampton. I had a good time here and the best part of the 2 3 1 Algoma U’s new student School of Business & space at Brampton Economics was the campus faculty! Professors were very helpful! 2 Rose Theatre Lakshmi Megha 3 Gage Park Graduate Certificate C in Business E 4 Brampton Farmers’ Market Administration (2019) D A 5 Winter Lights Weekend B 4 5 F 6 Garden Square Festival 6 G Photos courtesy of the City of Brampton
16 17 ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY CITY OF TIMMINS TIMMINS PROGRAMMING Upper year programming is available in the areas of Community Development and Social Work at our Timmins campus. BACHELOR OF ARTS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Our Community Development program provides students with both the practical and analytical skills needed to effectively work with a variety of communities to bring about societal change. HONOURS BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK Our Social Work program prepares students for generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations, communities, and societies. HONOURS BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLEGE GRADUATES Diploma Type Diploma Average Credits Credits Required to Recognized Complete Degree NORTHERN. 2-Year Social Service 3.0 GPA or higher Up to 45 75 Worker Diploma 2.5 – 2.99 GPA Up to 15 105 3-Year Child and 3.0 GPA or higher Up to 45 75 Youth Worker Diploma 2.5 – 2.99 GPA Up to 30 90 VALUE. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLEGE GRADUATES Diploma Type Diploma Average Credits Credits Required to Recognized Complete Degree 2-Year Social Service 3.0 GPA or higher Up to 54 36 Worker Diploma 2.5 – 2.99 GPA Up to 15 75 Timmins is known as the city with a heart of gold. Our Timmins 3-Year Child and 3.0 GPA or higher Up to 54 36 campus offers diploma-to-degree and university transfer students Youth Worker Diploma 2.5 – 2.99 GPA Up to 30 60 opportunities to accelerate their paths to successful careers. Located on the Northern College of Applied Arts and Technology campus, our blended-learning programming is placed in a northern context, perfect for those living and working in Northern Ontario. algomau.ca/timmins
18 19 REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL UNITED. TOGETHER. You’re looking PERSONAL SUPPORT for a university that understands We have vibrant and welcoming orientation programs that will ease you. A place that will leverage your your transition into life in Canada. goals and be your partner along From making instant connections the way, broadening perspectives with new students to getting a mobile phone plan, we are here to as well as horizons. You’re looking help. We also have an active and for a university where faculty are engaging peer mentorship program, ready to share their knowledge the Algoma Student Ambassador Program, that partners a new with you, grow with you, adapt with student with an upper year student, you. You’re looking for a network of fostering lifelong friendship and people who will share perspectives, support from fellow-students. challenge ideas, celebrate differences. You’re looking for a THE WORLD IN ONE rich history of graduates who have CLASSROOM carved a path to follow. Within one classroom at Algoma With over 26% of our student body coming University, you can experience from outside of Canada, representing over a glimpse of what the global 40 different countries around the globe, our marketplace encompasses: diverse campus stands out as one of the most diverse worldviews with the goal of mutual in Canada. We embrace and foster diversity. understanding. Whether it be on We appreciate and celebrate what makes us the topic of economics, music, unique and the ways that they unite us. When literature, geology, environmental you step foot on campus at Algoma University, sciences, or software development, you clearly see what we mean when we say you will wrestle with topics and “All. Welcome.” negotiate ideas that will challenge your thinking, develop your skills, and prepare you for your future, whatever it might hold. EMBRACE. CELEBRATING CULTURE algomau.ca/international-students We hold cultural events year-round allowing you to share your culture and traditions with others. We share food, music, dance, and differences. experiences. Celebrating each other unites us.
20 21 get involved ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY ALL. IN. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved and have fun outside of the classroom. You can run for student government, be an Orientation Week leader, and so much more. You’ll meet new friends and these experiences will help build your résumé. Plus, your leadership and volunteerism on- and off- campus are recognized on our Co-Curricular Record! Join in Orientation Week and Frost Week Join one of over 30+ student clubs Run for the Algoma University Students’ Union (AUSU) Take part in the Algoma U Colour Dash Get dressed up for a themed Thursday night pub Plant and harvest The Peoples’ Garden ... and so much more!
22 23 REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY GET INVOLVED Wide. Open. From walks on the 1 Sault Ste. Marie and the Roberta Bondar trails to fitting in a hard workout 1 2 3 Park and Pavilion post-studying, to escaping to the outdoors on the weekend, Algoma 2 Arthur A. Wishart Library University and the Soo have it all. As a student at Algoma U, you can relax at night 3 The Speakeasy in the student centre, The Speakeasy, where you can listen to a band, sing your heart out in 4 Bookstore karaoke, or dance the night away at a themed pub night. If the pub isn’t your scene, there’s plenty 5 Ski and Snowboard of student clubs with a wide variety of interests at Searchmont Resort – everything from gaming, social activism, gardening, and photography. 6 Paddle on local lakes There are many activities around campus and the 7 George Leach Centre city to offer you new experiences. In the summer; 4 5 6 canoe, kayak and swim in the Great Lakes or in 7 8 The Peoples’ Garden the many inland lakes surrounding the Algoma on campus region. In the winter, try out snowboarding, skiing or snowshoeing. Year-round, there are many 9 Great beaches community festivals and activities to connect you to the community! So much to see and do! INTERNATIONAL SAFE COMMUNITY While we pride ourselves on our friendly and 8 intimate campus where people smile, say hello, and know your name, we are dedicated to 9 protecting the rights of everyone on campus while providing a professional, respectful, and safe campus environment.
24 25 athletics ALGOMA UNIVERSITY ALGOMAU.CA VARSITY SPORTS The Algoma Thunderbirds compete at the highest level of university sport in Canada, in the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) and U Sports. If you think you’ve got what it takes to be a Thunderbird, email info@algomau.ca. The Algoma Thunderbirds compete in: Basketball Cross-Country Running Curling “Being a part of the Nordic Skiing Algoma Varsity Program has given me the Soccer opportunity to continue Wrestling playing the sports I love while simultaneously building friendships with INTRAMURALS fellow teammates and We’re adding new intramural programming students that will last a every year. Intramurals happen in the George Leach Centre (GLC) and throughout the city. lifetime!” We offer a variety of sports from volleyball and Rebecca Wylie hockey to Powderpuff Football, cricket, and 3rd Year, Bachelor of everything in between. And if you can’t find something that interests you, you can start your Science, Biology own league. Algoma Thunderbirds Basketball thunderbirds. rule. GEORGE LEACH CENTRE WAS VOTED THE #1 FITNESS CENTRE IN SAULT STE. MARIE | Did you know that access to Algoma U’s ALGOMATHUNDERBIRDS.CA athletics complex, the George Leach Centre, is included in your tuition? This 49,000 square foot facility features a state-of-the-art weight room, spin studio, a basketball court used by NBA All-Stars, and more.
26 27 REAL. IMPACT. ANISHINAABE EDUCATION ALGOMA UNIVERSITY SPECIAL MISSION The objects of the University are heritage. the pursuit of learning through scholarship, teaching, and research within a spirit of free enquiry and expression. It is the special mission of the University to: Honoured. • Be a teaching-oriented university that provides programs in liberal arts and sciences and professional programs, primarily at the undergraduate level, with a particular focus on the needs of Northern Ontario and; • Cultivate cross-cultural learning between Aboriginal communities and other communities, in keeping with the history of Algoma University and its geographic site. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT THE 7 GRANDFATHER TEACHINGS We are situated in the centre of the Great Lakes on the traditional RESPECT territory of the Ojibwe. Sault Ste. Marie is known to the original To have honour for all of Creation inhabitants as Bawating, meaning fast rushing waters (rapids). WISDOM This area has been a gathering place for many generations. To cherish knowledge is to have wisdom HUMILITY Algoma University acknowledges that we are on the traditional lands To know humility is to know yourself of the Anishinaabek Nation. Algoma University also acknowledges as a sacred part of creation that we are on sacred lands set aside for education as envisioned by BRAVERY Chief Shingwauk for our children and for those yet unborn. To be able to face the foe with integrity HONESTY To be honest in facing a situation TRUTH To have truth is to know all of these things LOVE To know love is to know peace
28 29 ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY ANISHINAABE EDUCATION The spirit of sharing and coming ANISHINAABE INITIATIVES DIVISION STRONGER. TOGETHER. together continues on our campus The Anishinaabe Initiatives Division today. Algoma U, located on the former provides academic and cultural support SHINGWAUK KINOOMAAGE GAMIG PARTNERSHIP (SKG) Shingwauk Indian Residential School to Anishinaabe students and Algoma U site, offers a unique and historically rich As part of Algoma University’s commitment to providing a respectful, inclusive and community members. Events and setting for a cross-cultural community in innovative educational environment for Anishinaabe (First Nations, Métis and Inuit) students, programming are delivered to which Anishinaabe (First Nations, Métis, the University has entered into a Covenant with the Shingwauk Education Trust (SET). SET encourage student success and help and Inuit), Canadian, and International established SKG, which offers fully-accredited courses and programs of particular interest to promote and celebrate Anishinaabe students and faculty learn with each Anishinaabe students. culture on campus. other and from one another in a spirit of friendship and respect. To encourage a cross-cultural experience, The two partners are following the Two Row Wampum model of development - each partner Algoma offers numerous opportunities for supports one another in the pursuit of their goals. ANISHINAABE PEOPLES’ COUNCIL all students to experience Anishinaabe (APC) Integrating culture-based learning and preserving Anishinaabe knowledge is a shared belief culture, including: between the two organizations. Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig’s new building is a $12 million APC is a committee of the Board Gathering at the Rapids Pow Wow combined education, research, and cultural centre. The signature feature is a state-of-the-art of Governors and represents the National Chiefs’ Library; a library, archives, and gallery designed to provide a repository for communities of Batchewana and Anishinaabe Speaker Series Anishinaabe created information and related research and scholarship within an accredited, Garden River First Nations, SASA, culture-based, Anishinaabe controlled, postsecondary environment. the Children of Shingwauk Alumni Sharing Circles Association, the Métis Nation of Ontario, SHIFT Training Anishinaabe Knowledge and the Sault Ste. Marie Historic Métis Community. It also includes Shingwauk Kinoomaage Gamig offers a culture-based university degree in Anishinaabe Ceremonial Feasts/Soup & Bannock Days Studies (3-year) and a 3-year Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) degree in partnership with Algoma representation from the Sault Indian Friendship Centre, Neechkewehn University. In addition, the following certificates are also offered: Elders’/Youth Gatherings Homes, and the North Shore Tribal First Nation Social Policy Community Development Certificate Council. APC supports the delivery of Ceremonial Arbour Akii (Land) and Environmental Stewardship Certificate specific services to Anishinaabe Interdisciplinary Aboriginal Learning Certificate students through the Anishinaabe Visiting Elder Program NALMA Certificate - Professional Lands Management Certification Program Initiatives Division. Biennial Anishinaabe Inendamowin algomau.ca/academics/certificates SHINGWAUK ANISHINAABE Research Symposium STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION (SASA) “Gdo Akiiminaan Ganawendanaan” The Shingwauk Anishinaabe Students’ (Taking Care of our Land) Symposium Association (SASA) is committed to ensuring that Anishinaabe students’ university experience is fulfilling. SASA is run by students for students, and works to ensure that Anishinaabe students’ voices are recognized among the Algoma University community. sasa@algomau.ca
30 31 SAULT STE. MARIE campus REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY CAMPUS. Surrounded by the nature of the North, Algoma University’s Sault Ste. Marie WIDE. campus is the perfect mix of old and new. Experience its natural beauty in all four seasons. 1 Shingwauk Hall 2 The Speakeasy 3 Shingwauk Ceremonial Arbor 4 Convergence Centre 5 George Leach Centre 6 Bishop Fauquier Memorial Chapel 7 Spirit Village Townhouses and International Dormitory 8 Algoma Dormitory 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
32 33 SAULT STE. MARIE campus ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY Be. HERE. 1 Convergence Centre 2 Spirit Village Townhouses and International Dormitory 3 Algoma Dormitory 4 George Leach Centre 3 5 The Speakeasy 1 6 Arthur A. Wishart Library 7 Shingwauk Hall 8 Bishop Fauquier Memorial Chapel 2 4 5 7 6 8 JUST STEPS AWAY. Whether you are coming from residence to your classes, looking for a quick bite or wanting to get in shape, our campus has it all and it’s all just minutes away.
34 35 REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY RESIDENCE GUARANTEED SINGLE ROOM IN RESIDENCE As a student at our Sault Ste. SPIRIT VILLAGE TOWNHOUSES Just one of the perks you’ll experience Marie campus, you’ll have For upper-year, mature, and as a first-year student at Algoma international students: University’s Sault Ste. Marie Campus! plenty of options in regards to residence. Our residences Five bedrooms (each room includes twin bed, full wardrobe, and desk) are centrally located on our campus and are within Two shared bathrooms a two-minute walk to Fully furnished shared kitchen (table, classes, computer labs, chairs, refrigerator, and oven) the George Leach Centre, Meal plan optional The Speakeasy, cafeteria, and major transit routes. SPIRIT VILLAGE INTERNATIONAL All residences feature high-speed DORMITORY wireless Internet, local phone services, For upper-year, mature, and laundry and mail facilities. Dorms are international students: wheelchair accessible, have 24-hour video surveillance, are staffed with 45-bed dormitory suite. Residence Advisors and Dons, and include weekly cleaning services in all Room includes twin bed, wardrobe, bathrooms and common areas. and desk Shared kitchen space ALGOMA DORMITORY As a first-year student coming out Shared bathroom with one dorm mate of high school, enjoy the following view. Required meal plan amenities in our 95-bed dormitory: Guaranteed single room, including twin bed, full wardrobe and desk algomau.ca/housing Shared bathroom with one dorm mate Shared common rooms with entertainment centre and microwave Shared common kitchen space Required meal plan Algoma Dormitory floor plan
36 37 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY Go Where Business Takes You. PROGRAMMING Programs available in: • Accounting The School of Business • Business Administration: & Economics at Specializations include: Accounting, Economics, Human Resources Algoma University provides Management, and Marketing academic programming, in both • Economics Sault Ste. Marie and Brampton, • Finance and Economics that is relevant to the evolving economy and experiential *Graduate certificate programming learning opportunities inside available in: and outside the classroom • Business Administration that will help you grow and • Human Resources Management find your place as a future * Graduate certificate programs are only available to students who have completed business leader. an undergraduate degree TWO GREAT LOCATIONS Through customized business education and Our Sault Ste. Marie campus offers a a personalized learning environment, you will truly northern experience in the heart of gain real world experience to jump start your the Great Lakes. Our Brampton campus career. provides students with an urban BRAMPTON Northern Ontario Business Case Competition experience located in the centre of one SAULT STE. MARIE of Canada’s fastest growing cities. Both Co-operative Education locations provide students with the Internships academic background and experiences required to succeed in today’s economy Research positions Other Experiential Learning opportunities algomau.ca/schoolbe schoolbe@algomau.ca TWO GREAT LOCATIONS!
38 39 REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & ECONOMICS Our students leave the business programs as strong, well-rounded business professionals ready to excel in the ACCOUNTING dynamic world of global business. As an Accounting student, you will gain a fundamental understanding of accounting concepts and principles needed Some of the programming we offer our students include to succeed in your chosen accounting career. Our Bachelor opportunities to enhance their learning with cooperative of Arts in Accounting program will provide you with a pathway education, event networking with community professionals, into an array of accounting career options. You could become a Certified Financial Planner, a Certified Aboriginal Financial and the expertise to participate in the Annual Northern Ontario Manager, a Chartered Professional Accountant or pursue other Business Case Competition; all real business experiences. accounting careers. “Choosing the School of Business & Economics was the perfect BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION BIG. IDEAS. decision for me as an incoming Specializations include Accounting, Economics, Human international student. From Resources Management, and Marketing the very first day I arrived, I felt In the BBA program, you will have the opportunity to explore welcomed in the institution’s the world of business across four different areas of expertise including Accounting, Economics, Human Resources diverse and inclusive environment. Management, and Marketing. The School of Business & Professors encouraged us to ask Economics strives to provide our students with hands-on questions and as my classmates learning opportunities throughout their academic years to would say, mine were really never- prepare them for a career beyond an undergraduate degree. ending! It was actually at the School of Business & Economics FINANCE AND ECONOMICS that I discovered my passion for The Finance and Economics program offers you a unique accounting! In my second year and holistic degree - combining business administration I became a peer tutor which and financial analysis and management of economics. You helped me achieve two goals will examine economic policy-related issues at the regional, in one: to help others as well as national and international level, study roles of government, financial institutions and more. gain valuable work experience. Currently I am employed at my ECONOMICS alma mater and also working Our three-year Bachelor of Arts in Economics program towards obtaining my CPA incorporates a unique concentration on the theory, designation to launch my career applications and explorations in current policy related issues at in the accounting field.” regional, national and international levels. Here, you will focus on the different influences that determine the distribution of a Iman Sohail country’s goods and services. In our intimate and interactive Graduate, Bachelor of Business learning environment, you will examine a variety of topics Administration (2018) including urban economics, economic development, and elementary statistical methods for economists.
40 41 ALGOMAU.CA SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES & THE ENVIRONMENT ALGOMA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES & THE ENVIRONMENT Real. Science. The School of Life Sciences & the PROGRAMMING Programs available in: Environment at Algoma University delivers quality programming in Biology, • Biology (B.Sc.) Psychology, and Environmental Science. • Psychology (B.Sc., B.A.) Importantly, the majority of our students • Environmental Science (B.Sc.) have the opportunity to gain valuable work experience as researchers in faculty ACQUIRED SKILLS 1. Critical thinking and labs or as volunteers/student-workers for scientific reasoning local companies throughout internship 2. Written communication courses and the capstone thesis. • Scientific literacy • English literacy Consequently, many of our students 3. Verbal communication publish their research in scientific • Presentation creation journals even before completing their • Presentation delivery 4. Experimental design undergraduate degree. and execution 5. Statistical analysis You’ll benefit from personal and professional algomau.ca/schoollse growth opportunities through experiential schoollse@algomau.ca learning, including: Lab volunteer opportunities Work study opportunities Summer research jobs Internship courses Honours thesis research
42 43 SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES & THE ENVIRONMENT REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY PSYCHOLOGY FIND YOUR PASSION. Algoma’s Psychology program encourages you to think critically about human and non-human behaviour, and Our programs ensure you get exposure to the full spectrum of topics science in general. You will have the opportunity to work within your chosen field so you have the chance explore your interests alongside professors to study specific areas of Psychology. and find your passion. Once you’ve found the subjects you love, you Students often use their Psychology degree as a stepping stone to Master’s and Ph.D. level degrees. Our graduates can take more specialized courses in that area as you progress further go on to become lawyers, teachers, speech-language in your degree. pathologists, audiologists, forensic psychologists, “My experiences in the Biology and beyond. Evidence indicates that people succeed best in life by finding and program at Algoma U’s School of pursuing their passion. Find yours in the School of Life Sciences Life Sciences & the Environment, ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & the Environment at Algoma University. specifically my time as a research The world faces significant environmental challenges in the coming years. Our Environmental Science program assistant, ignited a passion for introduces you to these, and provides you with the research that I continue to pursue training to tackle these challenges in your future careers today at the University of Waterloo as environmental scientists. Our program is dedicated to School of Pharmacy. I was able to giving you the opportunity to build practical experience develop a deeper understanding through lab courses, and the Honour’s Thesis course of the methods that underly in which you would work with world-class scientists to scientific experiments, and conduct ground-breaking research. even learned basic coding skills using statistical software. I also BIOLOGY secured an Natural Sciences and Our Biology program gives students exposure to different realms of the discipline so they can find their passion. Engineering Research Council The program emphasizes critical thinking and building (NSERC) Undergraduate Student skills that students need to become scientists. Biology Research Award (USRA) allowing students gain practical experience through laboratory for the opportunity to conduct a courses, internship courses that allow them to work with unique research project with researchers or relevant businesses, and the Honour’s Dr. Schamp’s team during a Thesis course in which students work with world-class summer work term. These scientists to conduct ground-breaking research. experiences opened many doors for me in Pharmacy school.” Ryan Pelletier HEALTH SCIENCES PROGRAMMING Graduate, Bachelor of Science, We offer courses including Human Anatomy & Physiology Biology (2016), PharmD and Biochemistry, as well as more specialized courses such Candidate - University of Waterloo as Biomedical Ethics, Behavioural Neuroscience, Health Informatics, Nutritional Science, and Cancer Biology.
44 45 ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY OPPORTUNITIES Today’s job market changes very quickly. Experiential learning engages students in hands-on experiences that connect theory to practice and builds transferable skills highly sought after by employers. In other words, participating in experiential learning The Experiential Learning (EL) Hub is your place to as part of your university experience can help connect you with learn about experiential learning opportunities at your future career! Algoma University. GAIN. The following programs run through the EL Hub and are available to all students regardless of program of study. CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION Co-op is designed to integrate undergraduate EXPERIENCE. academic studies with paid work experience. It provides students with meaningful, paid work experience, networking capabilities, and helps build and develop students’ competencies and skill sets. Co-op is available in most academic programs at Algoma University. “Co-op gave me the opportunity to gain CAREER LINK experience at FedNor and Career Link is a co-curricular certificate Heliene Inc. program that runs concurrent with a I am now entering my student’s academic program. Open to all third placement at BDO students, Career Link helps students develop and I strongly believe career skills, networking connections, and that because of the includes a work experience component. Career Link is perfect for students who are co-op program I will looking to prepare for their future careers by smoothly transition building a strong career portfolio. into the workforce upon graduation with experience and soft skills NEW GRADUATE TRANSITION PROGRAM that employers value.” Making a plan early is the best way to get ready for your future career! The New Noah Sartoretto Graduate Transition Program engages you in 4th Year, Bachelor of a series of workshops while you are studying. Business Administration, When you graduate, we connect you with a Accounting (Co-op) Career Coach who works with you to help you start your career. Photo courtesy of the McGuffins.
46 47 OPPORTUNITIES REAL. IMPACT. ALGOMA UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAM EDUCATION ABROAD The Education Abroad program offers more than just a unique classroom experience. While being immersed in a new culture and “I feel so blessed to have language, students are opened had this opportunity to up to the new perspectives study abroad in Austria and ideas of the host institution and to visit 13 countries. and country. I am fortunate to have met so many amazing INTERNSHIP AND people, and to have had VOLUNTEER ABROAD the chance to create my own little world with Through the International them. I feel that I have Internship and Volunteer grown as an individual Abroad programs, students as well. I learned how to have the opportunity to work “Working for Dr. Brandon Schamp as a plant travel and I conquered my and volunteer in diverse community ecology research assistant has travel anxiety. I learned so community and business been one of the most valuable parts of my time much about cultures and WORKING ON CAMPUS organizations via institutional at Algoma University. While aided by NSERC different countries in the Many Algoma University students international partnerships. USRA grants and OSAP work study, I was given world, and I learned that I gain tremendous experience working While gaining international many great opportunities to help me see what experience, students will can do anything I want to on campus. Much of this work is a career in biological research can look like. I conducted directly with faculty on acquire knowledge and skills do in this world” have learned many great skills, such as; writing research projects. As a student, you they learn on the job, a chance Alexandra Berlingieri scientific papers, conducting statistical analyses, may get your hands dirty taking part to network with professionals Studied at Austria’s, and carrying out experiments in a field setting. I in field work outside the classroom, working in another part of the University of Applied can confidently say that I feel prepared for any you might assist with plant and animal world and learn more about Sciences, Wiener Neustdt post-graduate schooling that comes my way. ” research studies, or you might plan what it takes to be successful and organize a university event. working with diverse groups. Graduate, Bachelor of Riley Gridzak Business Administration, Graduate, Bachelor of Science, Biology (2019) algomau.ca/experiential-learning-hub algomau.ca/study-abroad Marketing (2019)
48 49 ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY programs At the core of everything we do are academic programs ACCOUNTING that span across the humanities, social sciences, and What Will I Learn? What it takes to be a creative, independent problem solver who can be relied on sciences. Plus, as an undergraduate-only university, our to get, the job done right the first time. students have opportunities to assist with faculty research All the necessary skills and theory to prepare you to write the CPA exams. projects – an advantage like no other. What’s Special About it? study. This three-year degree offers a pathway into an array of accounting career opportunities for those with an aptitude for numbers, organizing, and analytical problem-solving skills. “My first experience with the Accounting This is done is an environment where the knowledge culture is founded on continual learning and improvement - the foundation of a career in accounting. program changed my plan. educational journey. I Even More to Explore: took an introductory Our program will provide you with the opportunity to pursue the Chartered accounting class Professional Accountant (CPA) designation after graduation and our courses are also recognized by the Aboriginal Financial Officers Association of Canada and I could not have (AFOA), which can prepare you to become a Certified Aboriginal Financial been more intrigued. Manager (CAFM). I eventually chose to pursue a major algomau.ca/accounting in Accounting and a minor in French. ANISHINAABE STUDIES I have always What Will I Learn? enjoyed the fun and Our Anishinaabe Studies program, offered in partnership through Shingwauk challenging courses Kinoomaage Gamig, explores the history of the Anishinaabe peoples. Through at Algoma U.” a culture-based curriculum, you will learn Anishinaabe history, philosophy, and worldview. Jordan Trudeau Graduate, Bachelor What’s Special About it? of Arts, Accounting, You will develop broad cross-cultural understanding and experience both traditional and contemporary Anishinaabe research methodologies, as they Minor in French relate to other research paradigms. (2019) Even More to Explore: Due to the holistic style of delivery, an emphasis is placed on cultural values. You will also be immersed in a traditional Anishinaabe community. algomau.ca/anishinaabe-studies
50 51 REAL. IMPACT. programs ALGOMA UNIVERSITY ANISHINAABEMOWIN (OJIBWE) BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION What Will I Learn? What Will I Learn? Our program will teach you basic- to advanced-level instruction in Our Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program, offered through Anishinaabemowin - the Ojibwe language. You will gain a functional level of the School of Business & Economics, will give you the opportunity to conduct fluency in the language and will investigate the challenges of the written word. research, sharpen your critical thinking skills, network with businesses and professionals, and increase your skills in oral and written business What’s Special About it? communication, critical thinking, and problem solving. Our program is the only one of its kind in Canada. With more language speakers, we’re helping to keep the Anishinaabe language alive and well in Canada. What’s Special About it? In your fourth year, you’ll be ready to apply what you’ve learned by participating “Students get a Even More to Explore: “My experience in the in the Northern Ontario Business Case Competition, which enables BBA chance to build on Complement your degree by participating in a variety of cultural activities on business program students to showcase their knowledge and skills before local business judges a strong foundation campus, including the Gathering at the Rapids Pow Wow, one of the largest in has been memorable, and national celebrities. Algoma U’s BBA program is designed to increase your the region. Other activities include: full moon ceremonies, the Elders’ Gathering, business knowledge and prepare you for future leadership opportunities in of cultural history, eventful, and filled with feasts, and more. various business sectors and prepare you for graduate degree opportunities. the significance of learning experiences this site as it was a algomau.ca/anishinaabemowin that have exceeded my Even More to Explore: residential school, and expectations. Not only If you want to expand your studies even further, add a single or double to have their voices did I appreciate the one specialization in Accounting, Economics, Human Resources Management, BIOLOGY or Marketing, allowing multiple possibilities to design your own BBA degree! heard while having on one teaching styles What Will I Learn? a strong community and ability to work In our Biology program, you will take courses that will teach you the scientific BUSINESS SPECIALIZATIONS: here on the method, and how to use it. You’ll also take courses that expose you to the main with professors and Accounting campuses of Algoma sub-disciplines within Biology. Our program takes a problem-solving approach classmates, but I was Economics U and Shingwauk to the sciences, preparing students for all areas of graduate studies. Graduates also given opportunities Human Resources Management Kinomaage Gamig.” from our program have successfully gone on to graduate school, medicine, to interact with the local Marketing pharmacy, law, dentistry, optometry, and to veterinary school. business community Serena Hill algomau.ca/business What’s Special About it? and attend events 4th Year, We work hard to ensure that our students feel like scientists at the end of outside of Sault Ste. Bachelor of Arts, their degree. You’ll have more opportunities to actually participate in biological Marie.” COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (CD) Anishinaabemowin research. Approximately 25% of our students volunteer or work in faculty What Will I Learn? research labs each year, and many publish the work they do in scientific Courtney Dukes You will learn to work alongside people in communities to effect change by journals. Graduate, Bachelor helping to identify common concerns and solutions, and to build relationships of Business with organizations and those in positions of power. Even More to Explore: Administration, You’ll have loads of practical science opportunities in our Biology program. We What’s Special About it? offer two internship courses that allow students to explore science-related fields Human Resources Our program has a specific focus on northern, rural, remote communities, and directly, and many of our courses have weekly labs that will allow you to get your and Marketing (2019) Indigenous populations. You will be adequately prepared to be a Community hands dirty doing actual science. Development Practitioner in Northern Ontario, and to work with a diverse and cross-cultural group of people. algomau.ca/biology Business students have a very high employment rate in their Even More to Explore: field, and a 95% success rate In your third year, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your classroom learning on the Chartered Accountancy in a 150-hour field placement that links concepts, values, and theories to exam on their first attempt on practice. the UFE. algomau.ca/cd
52 53 ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY programs COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC, AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT (CESD) ECONOMICS What Will I Learn? What Will I Learn? In our Community, Economic, and Social Development program, more You will learn the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary to interact with commonly known as CESD, you will develop a holistic perspective of the world policy makers at the local, national, and international level for both for-profit around you, and develop the knowledge and skills to fight for positive change, and not-for profit organizations. In our program, you will learn various tools for economic and social equality, and defend human rights. a deep understanding of individual and market behaviour as well as the roles of government in improving economic and societal well-being. What’s Special About it? Our program is the only one of its kind in Canada with a special focus on What’s Special About it? northern, rural, remote, and Indigenous populations. You will help create knowledge by participating in conferences locally, nationally “The best thing about “There is no other and internationally, as appropriate. Algoma U is that you Even More to Explore: place I would have You’ll have the opportunity to put your skills and learning into practice in Even More to Explore get to have one-to- wanted to have my your third- and fourth-year when you complete two field placements in the By the time you graduate from the Economics program, you are ready to enter one interactions with first experience living community. Graduates are also eligible for certification by the Economic the workforce or continue with higher studies. your professors on a Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) and the Council for the Advancement away from home than daily basis. Smaller of Native Development Officers (CANDO). Algoma University. algomau.ca/economics class sizes give you The Economics algomau.ca/cesd the opportunity to program offers ENGINEERING (1ST YEAR) present yourself in detailed courses that What Will I Learn? a discussion and I COMPUTER SCIENCE provide the necessary Our first year Engineering pathway provides qualifying students with a first year believe that adds up What Will I Learn? skills for countless of study followed by a seamless transition to the second year of Laurentian to a great experience.” In our Computer Science program, you will gain a strong theoretical and professional careers, University’s Bachelor of Engineering program. You will study in areas such practical foundation in the study of algorithms, programming languages, and and has definitely as mathematics, chemistry, and physics in preparation for a degree in either Shivain Kumar construction of computer systems and applications. You will have a solid Mechanical, Mining, or Chemical Engineering. exceeded my 2nd Year, Bachelor of foundation in data structure, programming, assembly language programming, expectations to What’s Special About it? Computer Science computer organization, operating systems, theory, software engineering, truly have me love You will benefit from the best of both worlds – an intimate and highly supported algorithms, and computer networking. learning.” first year experience at Algoma University followed by a transition to the Bharti What’s Special About it? School of Engineering with faculty from a variety of disciplines, strong industry You have the option to complete a fourth year honours thesis, which can be used Paola Medina connections, and brand-new facilities. If you pursue co-operative education, to build a portfolio to highlight your skills and abilities to potential employers after 2nd Year, Bachelor of you may have the option of being placed in Sault Ste. Marie working with local graduation. Arts, Economics industry partners. Even More to Explore: Even More to Explore: Enhance your learning by choosing one of three specializations: Computer Game There is a growing need to recruit and retain professional engineers in Northern Technology, Computer Game Technology - Creative Arts, or Mobile Software Ontario and beyond. Join the next generation of professionals with opportunity Engineering. for long and successful careers in an area of high demand. algomau.ca/engineering COMPUTER SCIENCE SPECIALIZATIONS: Computer Game Technology Computer Game Technology – Creative Arts Mobile Software Engineering algomau.ca/computer-science
54 REAL. IMPACT. 55 ALGOMA UNIVERSITY PROGRAM PROFILE COMPUTER SCIENCE With state-of-the-art technology and IN THE LAB: computer labs, along with small class Students and researchers from all sizes and one-on-one interactions with over the world come to study and faculty, Algoma U has a reputation for utilize our state-of-the-art labs to get having a world-class computer science hands-on knowledge of computer program. A large component of our systems and gaming technology. computer science program is creativity Experiments can be carried out in a and innovation. Students are able to create simulated virtual laboratory, beyond new designs and explore their wildest the realm of physical possibility. imaginations. Computing drives innovation IN THE CLASSROOM: in the sciences, but also developments Courses are also offered in in engineering, business, entertainment, artificial intelligence, human- and education. Many who want to make computer interactions, web data a positive difference in the world around management, Internet tools, among them study computer science. others. Students in our computer science program will learn how to program and code using SQL, HTML, ANSI, C++, Java, and Javascript. OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM: Co-operative education provides hands on experience and our students develop a personalized and detailed portfolio for future employers. Students also can compete in various programming LEADING. contests to build problem solving “The opportunities that came skills and gain valuable exposure in from attending a small the industry. university were unique, It was a little bit easier to stick out and be adventurous. I used the algomau.ca/computer-science EDGE. small school to my advantage, not a disadvantage.” Connor Flood, Solution Engineer, Facebook Graduate, Bachelor of Computer Science (2015)
56 57 ALGOMAU.CA ALGOMA UNIVERSITY programs ENGLISH FINANCE AND ECONOMICS What Will I Learn? What Will I Learn? In our program, you will study literature, language, and ideas from Shakespeare to Our program is a blended program combining major theories in finance and Margaret Atwood, and explore a variety of genres such as fiction, drama, poetry, economics and their applications. It is designed to equip you with a broad-based creative nonfiction, film, and criticism. understanding of the tools and skills required for successful careers in the financial sector. You will learn the analytical and critical thinking skills necessary What’s Special About it? to interact with policy makers at the local, national, and international level for You will gain an understanding of diverse perspectives and values and learn both for-profit and not-for profit organizations. how language and literature continue to shape human experience, as well as an appreciation of the power of words and ideas. In learning to write critically, What’s Special About it? “In the English creatively and convincingly, you will hone your ability to think clearly and to analyze “As a working mother You will help create knowledge by participating in conferences locally, nationally, program at Algoma, attentively, abilities that greatly appeal to employers, professional schools, and of two, my schedule and internationally, as appropriate. I’ve had opportunities graduate programs. is demanding and Even More to Explore: to meet and learn unpredictable. The Even More to Explore: By the time you graduate from our program, you are ready to enter the workforce from the modern Courses in writing and film allow you to explore further aspects of creativity. You supportive efforts of or continue with higher studies. authors we’re can also take your learning outside of the classroom by getting involved in research staff and faculty at studying, and being conducted by our faculty through paid work placements. Algoma U have made algomau.ca/finance-economics write for a national it possible for me to algomau.ca/english magazine. Because pursue a double arts GEOGRAPHY of the small program major and a science What Will I Learn? size, we’re all able to ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE minor as a full-time Our program is divided into four major thematic areas: physical geography, receive individualized What Will I Learn? student.” human geography, human-environmental geography, and geomatics. You have attention from our In the Environmental Science program, you’ll learn what science is, how science is the opportunity to study in two of these tracts. Jen Bridge professors which has done, and how science can be used to address global problems such as climate 2nd Year, What’s Special About it? been fundamental to change, invasive species, biodiversity loss, and habitat destruction fragmentation Bachelor of Arts, Due to the University’s location, you will have the opportunity to study in a region and degradation. You’ll develop critical thinking skills that will allow you to my success so far.” with a rich diversity of peoples and natural environments, and you can explore contribute to the current environmental, social, and economic challenges facing Geography/English, these options through field courses and the Co-operative Education program. Sara Couturier humanity in the twenty-first century. Minor in Biology 4th Year, Honours Even More to Explore: What’s Special About it? Bachelor of Arts, You will have the opportunity to interact with local businesses, including the Our program is interdisciplinary - you’ll take courses in biology, chemistry, English Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre, Community Geomatics Centre, and NORDIK geography, but can also take relevant courses in political science, sociology, Institute, and can work alongside faculty conducting cutting-edge research on economics, and law and justice. food security in the region. Even More to Explore: algomau.ca/geography In your third year, you’ll complete an 80-hour internship with an industry leader. In your fourth year, you can complete an honours thesis research project and/or complete another internship in the field of environmental science algomau.ca/environmental-science
58 59 ALGOMA UNIVERSITY REAL. IMPACT. programs HISTORY MUSIC What Will I Learn? What Will I Learn? Our history program has courses covering a wide range of topics, including the In our program, you will develop the fundamentals of performance, theory, and history of First Nations, women’s history, colonial history through an Indigenous musicianship. We offer courses in performance, music theory, music history, lens, history and film, witches and witch-hunts, the history of ideas, and more. popular music, sociology of music, Indigenous music, world music, audio arts, New courses in public history and archival studies will allow you to explore ideas conducting, elementary school music, and music business. We also provide an and projects on history as it’s made available in museums, historical sites, and extensive variety of jazz-based courses. archives. What’s Special About it? What’s Special About it? Development of reliable performance skill is nurtured through weekly “The History program You’ll get up close with various primary sources and historical writings in highly- “Algoma’s music performance classes. Plus, you will study and perform in a historic building, at Algoma University interactive classroom learning experiences. You’ll also get the opportunity to family has treated outfitted with the best instruments and faculty who are leading musicians in their has proven to be a work with an expert faculty member to develop a project and write a thesis in an me with such field. different, yet unique area of interest that you can choose for yourself. kindness, allowing Even More to Explore: case compared to Even More to Explore: me to discover myself Take your learning outside of the classroom by participating in one of our prior experiences Did you know that Algoma U houses a number of important archives on through guidance ensembles. The Algoma University Choir, Jazz Ensemble, and Music Theatre with History courses. campus, including those of the Shingwauk Indian Residential School? Explore and opportunities Ensemble, are active within the local community, and give you ample opportunity The staff and faculty the history of the University and delve into over 100 years of archives right on to perform. that I only dreamed campus. here are excellent could be real. Having algomau.ca/music and always there for algomau.ca/history educators who are you. Here, you aren’t so dedicated to their just a number, and POLITICAL SCIENCE LAW AND JUSTICE students and their are encouraged to What Will I Learn? individual crafts is a speak out whenever What Will I Learn? In our program, you will learn the about the key political institutions and actors, In Law and Justice, you will acquire knowledge of the pattern of law and legal gift. I have attained along with the forces and ideas that work to shape society and influence possible; not just institutions required to regulate our political, social and economic relations. more knowledge in transformative political action. You will examine the concepts of power, in class, but as the past three years sovereignty, identity, equality, freedom, justice, authority, democracy, ideology, student input to the What’s Special About it? political violence, revolution, globalization, political economy, development, and than I thought I could program. It’s intimate We take a more holistic approach in that you will study many areas of the law more. including civil law, criminal law, family law, corporate law, constitutional law and fit! I honestly could and community contract law. We also investigate conventional, traditional and alternative forms not imagine my first What’s Special About it? based, and incredibly of justice and dispute resolution. university experience Our program is built around three streams: international relations and friendly, you get to comparative politics; Canadian government, politics, and public policy; and Even More to Explore: being anywhere else. know people on a political theory. Due to our location on the site of the former Shingwauk Indian personal level” You will come to understand law as a multidimensional and complex social Algoma will be a Residential School, our program has a special focus on Indigenous content, phenomenon. You will also acquire skills in critical thinking, written and verbal bitter-sweet ‘see you including the implications of treaty relations, the Truth and Reconciliation Calls Colter Assiniwai communication and high calibre research making you an excellent candidate for later’.” to Action, and colonialism. 3rd Year, Bachelor of law school and graduate programs. Arts, History Keiko Larocque Even More to Explore: algomau.ca/law-justice Take your learning outside of the classroom by participating in various activities, Graduate, Honours including the twice-annual Can-Am Debate with students from Lake Superior Bachelor of Arts, State University in the United States. You can also participate in municipal, Music (2019) provincial, and federal election debates and take part in the Model United Nations in Toronto, all organized by the Law and Politics Student Society. algomau.ca/political-science
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