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The Canadian Hearing Society is proud to introduce a National Scholarship Program to help break down barriers to higher education and build brighter futures for Deaf and hard of hearing students.

Scholarships of up to $3,000 a year are available to those pursuing full-time, part-time or distance learning at accredited post-secondary institutions, inside or outside of Canada. Students may be awarded in more than one academic year, and awards may cover tuition, residence or educational resources.

While the exact value and number of awards will be dependent on the number of qualified applicants, the goal is to award:

• $3,000 to three full-time students for up to three consecutive years
• $2,000 to four full-time students for one year
• $500 to six part-time students for one year

Visit the scholarship program website for more information on eligibility and the application process.

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The Bank of Canada’s Scholarship and Work Placement Program is designed to assist students with disabilities in furthering their education and to encourage them to take an interest in the work performed by the Bank of Canada. These annual $4,000 scholarships and work placement opportunities reflect the Bank’s commitment to the diversity of people and ideas and their desire to further enhance their diverse and inclusive work environment.

The application period for the 2017-2018 scholarships is now open. For more information, please consult the brochure.

To apply for a scholarship:

Students with disabilities

The application closes on June 1, 2017.

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On April 6, 2017, SAS is providing a half day of academic strategies support sessions for students who are registered with Student Accessibility Services.

Focus topics include:

• Exam strategies
• Time management & spaced practice
• Well-being strategies – sleep and the brain

Where?
TFDL, Student Success Centre
3rd Floor, Room 355D
10:00 am–11:00 am – Exam Strategies
11:00 am-12:00 pm – Time Management & Well-Being strategies

Seating is limited. To register, please email access@ucalgary.ca

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The NEADS National Student Awards Program is offered to encourage full access to post-secondary education for persons with disabilities, who often have greater barriers to participation in higher education, as well as extra costs because of their disabilities. Students must currently be registered in and continuing at post-secondary institution and provide documented proof of registration as part of the application and on receipt of the award.

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The Student Success Centre, Libraries & Cultural Resources, and the SU Wellness Centre have partnered to run a program called W²RAP UP from April 4 – 5, 2017.

This program provides Writing, Wellness, Research, and Academic Support, as well as Peer-Assisted Study Sessions. Through group sessions, you will have an opportunity to receive support for exam-preparation, research, and writing, as well as support for maintaining holistic wellness during the final stretch of the term.  Writing Tutors and Academic Development Specialists will offer one-on-one sessions, and stress-reduction activities such as making stress-balls and receiving free massages will also be offered. This event will provide you with access to services and resources on campus to help you as you wrap up the term!

Access the full schedule of sessions here: http://www.ucalgary.ca/ssc/events/wrap_up

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