9 awesome student life hacks
Concordia is a big place, and it can take time to familiarize yourself with all it has to offer.
By now, you’ve found your classes and the über-important Student Services available to you. But have you figured out how to print documents? Have you found a place to chill out? What if you need a little support during a difficult time?
Here are nine Concordia services you should know about.
1. Print, copy, scan
Printing on campus is available through DPrint. Load your student ID card at one of two locations: in the J.W. McConnell Building (LB-119) on the Sir George Williams Campus, or on the Loyola Campus in the Vanier Library Building (VL-101). Then you can print at any of the 50 self-serve print locations. Check out the DPrint web page for all locations, a user guide, troubleshooting tips and a full price list.
2. Passport photos and more at Campus Corner
If you’re planning a trip, know that you can have your passport photo taken at Campus Corner, a mini convenience store in the LB Building. On top of drinks and snacks, they sell everyday supplies and technology products. Plus, it’s also where you can get face-to-face help with DPrint.
3. Your OPUS card, in the mail
If you take public transit, you might be interested to know about Concordia’s exclusive partnership with the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) that allows students to skip the line to get a reduced-fare Opus card.
Last fall, the newly automated process allowed more than 10,000 Concordians to forego a visit to the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) and order their reduced-fare OPUS transit cards online.
4. Moodle on your phone
Did you know that Moodle, the learning platform, has a mobile site? Instead of logging in through the MyConcordia portal, go to moodle.concordia.ca to use all the same features as on the desktop interface.
5. Talk, chill, drum
Drop by the Multi-faith Chaplaincy, located in the Z Annex (2090 Mackay St.) on the Sir George Williams Campus. They offer spiritual guidance, space to study or relax, as well as fun events that can help you connect to other students. Check out the drum circle on Tuesdays at 3 p.m.!
6. Help with your grocery bill
Sometimes life throws you a curveball. If you’re having difficulty putting food on your table, the Student Emergency and Food Fund can help you bridge the gap with food vouchers.
7. ‘All-you-care-to-eat’
If you’re just hungry all the time, try the Buzz Dining Hall on the Loyola Campus. It offers all-you-care-to-eat meals for just $6.99, from a menu with a wide variety of good food.
8. Someone (qualified) to talk to
If your distress is not financial, know that the university offers Counselling and Psychological Services to all students.
9. Plan for the future
Ready to think about the job market? Career and Planning Services can help you research vocations, connect with employers and find a job or internship.
It’s important to be prepared in case of an emergency. By downloading the Alertus app you’ll be among the first to know if there’s a security issue on campus. Don’t have a smart phone? Learn about the other ways to stay informed.