Student Supports
Planning for a Successful College Experience
Assiniboine helps students achieve success by providing guidance, support, encouragement, advice, information and assistance wherever needed. We strive to provide a warm and friendly environment where students feel comfortable raising questions or concerns.
While many students make a smooth transition to college on their own, some may benefit from additional supports. Assiniboine’s goal is to help students plan for a successful college experience.
- Student Services Info Sheet (PDF)
- The Learning Curve & Library Info Sheet (PDF)
- Accommodation & Accessibility Services Info Sheet (PDF)
- Financial Aid & Awards Info Sheet (PDF)
- Indigenous Affairs Info Sheet (PDF)
For more information:
Email [email protected] or call 204.725.8723 to connect with us.
Medical Clinic
Beginning June 1, 2022 Assiniboine students can pre-book or take advantage of walk-in primary health care appointments with Nurse Practitioner, Berly Belsar-Lawrence, Wednesdays from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. The clinic operates on an alternating weekly basis between Assiniboine and Brandon University. All students can book and attend the clinic on either campus. Virtual appointments are available upon request and will take place through Microsoft Teams or by phone. When booking an appointment students must physically be located in Manitoba and will need to provide their name, student number, phone number and email address.
Academic and personal advising
Student success advisors are available at all campuses. Meet a Student Success Advisor to discuss your academic and career plans and to get the information to make the transition to college. Student Success Advisors provide information about college programs and courses, the admissions process, financial assistance, housing, daycare, and more.
Financial Aid & Awards
We understand that financing your education is an important consideration, and we're here to help. Whether you're a new or returning student, we offer a variety of financial aid options to assist you in reaching your educational goals. From scholarships and bursaries to loans and grants, our goal is to make your college experience accessible and affordable.
Accommodation/accessibility services
We're committed to supporting and accommodating students with disabilities and to promoting equal access to college education. Students with physical and sensory disabilities, learning disabilities or physical or mental health conditions should contact Student Services as early as possible before beginning college.
The Learning Curve
The Learning Curve is here to help you succeed! We provide assistance with study skills, effective test-taking strategies, time management and other learning strategies. Education assistants are available to help students with specific programs, or to develop effective writing, math, computer and study skills. Assistive technology is also available to help students read and write more effectively. We can also help pair you with a peer tutor.
Library
Need some help finding information for a project or paper? Want a quiet spot to work or study? Want a great book to read? Our friendly Assiniboine library staff is there to help you. They can assist you with your research, finding library materials, or finding and evaluating online information. The library has many resources to support students including online tools and research databases, books, eBooks, magazines, and access to online information available, anytime anywhere.
I.M. Well Student Assistance Program
As an additional wellness support for all Assiniboine students, the Students' Association has developed the I.M. Well Student Assistance Program, effective immediately. The I.M. Well Student Assistance Program (SAP for short) is a free, confidential counselling service that is available to all Assiniboine students and their immediate family members with supports such as counselling, financial consulting, legal consulting, and life coaching, and more! It can be accessed for any issue, no matter how large or small.
College bookstore
We are more than just a bookstore, we're your campus store. We are here to support you throughout your academic career. We've got you covered from orientation to graduation. Here you can buy or rent new and used print or digital textbooks. There's also an opportunity to sell them back to us! Stock up on supplies and snacks to study with friends and grab a clean and comfy sweatshirt for that long study session ahead.
Information Technology Services
Information Technology Services (ITS) provides students and staff with everything IT-related. Services include:
- Supporting faculty, staff, and students in their technology use
- Account login issues
- Multifactor Authentication (MFA) to protect the privacy of your student information. You need to register for MFA to access Assiniboine Connect and other college programs/software
- Usernames and passwords for your secure college login account
- Network and infrastructure implementation and maintenance
Visit the ITS Portal, where you can ask questions, read helpful knowledgebase articles regarding:
- Login issues
- Printing and purchasing print credits
- How to use OneDrive to save your files
- Campus computers, and software like Office 365, Teams/Zoom, Moodle, Assiniboine Connect and more!
Help is available during regular college hours by posting a ticket on the ITS Portal or by emailing [email protected].