Tip #7: Cheating gets you nowhere.
Big surprise. There are consequences for cheating on tests and assignments. Even when
you cut and paste from the internet and do not cite that information, you are at a high-risk
of getting caught for plagiarism. Academic integrity is super important. If you find that you are
facing writer's block or difficulty with your assignments, do not be afraid to talk to your professor,
visit the Writing Centre or the library for help. You can also check out our Learning Skills Workshop
on Cite It and Get It Right for additional information.
Tip #8: Connect to student success. You are not alone.
Humber is proud to offer a large ring of resources to help you with your success
so take some time. Familiarize yourself with the resources and where they are located.
Athletics and recreation: intramurals, personal trainers, fitness facilities and so much more.
Careers services: free resume and cover-letter writing assistance, helping with job search.
On-campus jobs are also available in many departments and cater to your school schedule.
If you are experiencing personal, mental, emotional, social, academic stress or just need
someone to talk to you can see a counselor for free and confidential support.
Financial Aid: Check us out for access to bursaries and scholarships as well as
government loans such as OSAP.
Writing Centre: Stuck on creating a thesis or having trouble with an essay? The Writing Centre
can help you put together your skills to create a solid paper.
The Math Centre: the Math Centre offers assistance with calculus and statistics and for those
students who wish to improve their math skills.
Accounting Centre: help with textbook concepts, homework and questions
available to all students.
Peer Programs: need additional support with a course? Sign up for a tutor that can help
you with your studies. You can also sign-up for Learning Skills Workshops on time management,
study skills, stress management, memory and concentration and exam preparation to name a few.
Aboriginal Student Services: a variety of educational, cultural and fun activities for all of our
new and returning students.
Health Centre: physical exams, immunization records, emergencies, mental health and
counseling, STI testing, pregnancy testing and more.
Disability Services: Assistance provided to students who have or think they may have a disability.
They can help arrange access to accommodations, assist with technology and help support
your academic success.
Library: As a Humber student, you have access to several databases that carry thousands of journal articles,
newspapers, online books and magazines. They can be a reliable source for your assignments
and essays. The library also offers job and research help at the Reference Desk
or you can book a one-on-one appointment with your program specific librarian for help with your assignments.
Also, don’t forget that as a Humber student, you have access to the resources and services
available to you at University of Guelph-Humber and vise-versa.
Tip #9: Our faculty are there for you. Take the time to build a relationship with your professors
and program coordinators. They are excellent resources and can guide you in the right direction.
Also, they can act as a reference for you if you are looking for a job or seeking new opportunities
on campus. Don’t hesitate to ask, they are approachable and willing to help you out.
Tip #10: The right choice! If you are having doubts about your program, unsure of electives
or have questions in general, there is always someone here to talk too.
See your program coordinator, a counsellor, the career center or your professors, they can
help you make a decision. Humber has a ton of programs, one of them is bound to be right for you.
We’re here to support you. If you find your facing challenges, don’t wait until it’s too late,
seek help. It is kind of like a sinking boat, if you fix the leak earlier, you’ll be okay
but if you wait too long, over time the boat will sink.
We hope you found these tips useful. And we want to wish you success here at Humber.
Get more tips for academic success, check out our other learning skills workshops online at
www.humber.ca/peertutoring or visit us at H217, North Campus.