Mentoring Centre of the Faculty of Health Sciences

 

Alexandra Potts

 

Study groups: NUT1704 and NUT3502

Program: Honours Bachelor in Nutrition Sciences
Year of study: 3
 

Useful tip for students: Try transferring your knowledge in different forms. For example: rewrite your notes, read your textbook, make diagrams, watch videos, and explain a concept to a friend. 

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Ariane Moreau

 

Study groups: ANP1505(2) and NUT1704

Program: Honours Bachelor in Nutrition Sciences
Year of study: 2
 

Useful tip for students: Print-out the PowerPoint presentation before attending the class and take notes directly on it (less eco-friendly, but it's easier to memorize the information and draw on the diagrams directly).

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Asli Fuad

 

Study groups: ANP1505(2) and HSS1500

Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 3
 

Useful tip for students: Try studying in small segments of time (30-45 minutes) and take breaks regularly (5-10 minutes). This way, you can keep concentrated and motivated!

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Christopher Flynn

 

Study groups: ANP1105(1) and APA1313

Program: Honours BSc. Human Kinetics
Year of study: 2
 

Useful tip for students: Firstly, figure out how you learn best (whether through audio, visuals, etc.) and from there, find a way to apply fun and genuine interest to the material you are studying.

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Danny Bojic

 

Study groups: ANP1105 (2) and HSS2305

Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 3

Useful tip for students: Write down your goals and put them somewhere you can always see them. This way you will never forget what you are working towards.

 

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Éloïse Deschênes

 

Study groups: ANP1505(1) and HSS2705

Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 3

Useful tip for students: Use study groups and make connections in your classes! 

 

 

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Melanie Jones 

 

Study groups: NSG2317/2717, NSG3137/3537, NSG3305/3705 and PHS4300

Program: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Year of study: 3

Useful tip for students: Talk to the people you sit beside in class! You would be surprised at how much more fun class can be once you find a familiar face. 

 

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Mihiret Sinkie

 

Study groups: NSG2317/2717, NSG3137/3537, NSG3305/3705 and PHS4700 

Program: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Year of study: 4

Useful tip for students: Do not leave any stone unturned; make sure every question that you have gets answered!

 

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Mohamed Gemae

 

Study groups: APA1313

Program: Honours BSc in Human Kinetics
Year of study: 3

Useful tip for students: Make time for your favorite activities and build a good support system!

 

 

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Myriam Beauregard

 

Study groups: ANP1505(1) and APA1713

Program: Honours BSc in Human Kinetics
Year of study: 2

Useful tip for students: Be organized and prepare a schedule for your study time. Make sure to follow it!

 

 

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Sandra Bojic

 

Study groups: ANP1105(2) and HSS1100

Program: Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences
Year of study: 2

Useful tip for students: Use breaks between classes effectively. Attend study groups, schedule meetings with a student-mentor, or review your class notes.

 

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Sarah McAllister

 

Study groups: APA1713

Program: Honours Bachelor of Human Kinetics
Year of study: 4

Useful tip for students: Do NOT multitask in class (Facebook can wait!)

 

 

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Sarah Moussa

 

Study groups: NSG2317/2717, NSG3137/3537, NSG3305/3705 and PHS4700

Program: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Year of study: 3

Useful tip for students: Spaced repetition is an evidence-based learning technique, most specifically using the Leitner system (flashcards are a must!). 

Study groups are specific to individual courses. The mentors are there as facilitators and to guide the discussion while reviewing important concepts, theories and material seen in class. 

To attend, we encourage that you enroll for the study group by clicking on the course code below as seats are limited.

Study group schedule

Fall 2019 (September 14^th to November 29^th)

Course code	Day	Time	Room	Student Mentor(s)
ANP1105(1)	Tuesday	1pm-2:30pm	SMD221	Christopher
ANP1105(2)	Thursday	1pm-2:30pm	TBT0021	Sandra, Danny
ANP1505(1)	Monday	2:30pm-4pm	MRT252	Myriam, Éloïse
ANP1505(2)	Thursday	2:30pm-4pm	TBT327	Ariane, Asli
APA1313	Friday	11:30am-1pm	SMD429	Christopher, Mohamed
APA1713	Monday	4pm-5:30pm	FSS6004	Myriam, Sarah Mc.
HSS1100	Thursday	2:30pm-4pm	MNT103	Sandra
HSS1500	Wednesday	11:30am-1pm	SMD227	Asli
HSS2305	Wednesday	1pm-2:30pm	MRN130	Danny
HSS2705	Tuesday	11:30am-1pm	FTX315	Éloïse
NSG2317* NSG2717* (bilingual)	Saturday	10am-1pm	LEES B166	Melanie, Mihiret, Sarah
NSG3137/3305** NSG3537/3705** (bilingual)	Saturday	10am-1pm	LEES B166	Melanie, Mihiret, Sarah
NUT1704	Wednesday	4pm-5:30pm	FTX235	Ariane, Alexandra
NUT3502	Monday	1pm-2:30pm	CRX327	Alexandra
PHS4300	Monday	5:30pm-7pm	FSS1005	Melanie
PHS4700***	Saturday	1:30pm-3pm	LEES B163	Sarah, Mihiret

 

*NSG2317 / NSG2717 study groups will take place on the following dates:

• Saturday, October 5^th
• Saturday, November 16^th

**NSG3137/3537 and NSG3305/3705 study groups will take place on the following dates: 

• Saturday, September 14^th 
• Saturday, September 28^th 
• Saturday, October 26^th

***PHS4700 study groups will begin on September 21st.

Want to improve your study skills? Individual consultations are a good way to improve topics such as:

• Study techniques
• Exam preparation
• Memorization
• Time management
• Stress management
• and much much more...

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Examples of questions/subjects asked by the students:

• How can I increase my grade point average?
• How do I improve my study skills?
• Where can I find a specific service on campus?
• What do I need to include in a weekly calendar?
• How can I find work-life balance?

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By appointment

Reserve a half hour meeting with a mentor.

To book an appointment with a mentor, send an email to health.mentors.sante@uottawa.ca

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Visit us during our office hours (Sept. 16^th - Nov. 30^th)

Simply visit us during our office hours:

Time	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
9:00AM
9:30AM
10:00AM	Éloïse (HSS)	Mohamed (HK)
10:30AM	Éloïse (HSS)	Mohamed (HK)		Chris (HK)
11:00AM	Ariane (NUT)	Mohamed (HK)		Chris (HK)
11:30AM	Ariane (NUT)	Sandra (HSS)	Mohamed (HK)	Chris (HK)
12:00PM	Ariane (NUT)	Sandra (HSS)	Mohamed (HK)	Chris (HK)
12:30PM	Ariane (NUT)	Sandra (HSS)	Mohamed (HK)	Alexandra (NUT)
1:00PM	Asli (HSS)	Sandra (HSS)	Sarah (HK)	Alexandra (NUT)	Mihiret (NSG)
1:30PM	Asli (HSS)	Éloïse (HSS)	Sarah (HK)	Alexandra (NUT)	Mihiret (NSG)
2:00PM	Asli (HSS)	Éloïse (HSS)	Sarah (HK)	Alexandra (NUT)	Mihiret (NSG)
2:30PM	Sarah (HK)	CLOSED	Myriam (HK)	Danny (HSS)	Mihiret (NSG)
3:00PM	Sarah (HK)	CLOSED	Myriam (HK)	Danny (HSS)
3:30PM	Sarah (HK)	CLOSED	Myriam (HK)	Danny (HSS)
4:00PM	Melanie (NSG)	CLOSED	Myriam (HK)	Danny (HSS)
4:30PM	Melanie (NSG)	Sarah (NSG)
5:00PM	Melanie (NSG)	Sarah (NSG)
5:30 PM		Sarah (NSG)
6:00 PM		Sarah (NSG)

 

 

Workshop Schedule

To attend, we encourage that you enroll for the workshop by clicking on the title below as seats are limited.

Workshops	Date
Effective Note Taking	To be determined
Reading Techniques	To be determined
Exam Preparation	November 20th - 5:30pm to 7pm (offered in French) November 27th - 5:30pm to 7pm (offered in English) November 28th - 2:30pm to 4pm (offered in French) November 28th - 5:30pm to 7pm (offered in English)