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Centre for Student Development (CSD)
Disability Services

As the Centre for Student Development (CSD) moves into the new school year disability services will be transitioning from the current intake process to a new on-line intake, appointment booking and instructor notification approach. The notetaking services offered previously is still available along with the services offered by the Peer Helper Program.

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First Generation Students (FGS)

Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty announced new investments to build opportunity for young people by helping students become the first in their family to attend college or university or become an apprentice.

“By providing young people with the information and financial support they need to pursue higher education, we’re creating a highly skilled workforce that will attract jobs and investment and help all Ontarians prosper.”

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McMaster Student Union Health Insurance Plan

All undergraduate students are automatically enrolled in the MSU Health & Dental Plans. The Health Plan for 2007-08 is $45.00 and the Dental is $95.00. They listed as an ancillary fee on the student account statement. Further details can be found at www.msu.mcmaster.ca.

If the student has comparable coverage they are able to Opt Out and receive a refund for the insurance plan fees. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE OPT OUT PERIOD FOR THE 2007-2008 YEAR DOES NOT START UNTIL SEPTEMBER 1, 2007. STUDENTS MUST OPT OUT BY SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 IN ORDER TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR A REFUND

The online Opt Out application will be available at www.msu.mcmaster.ca starting September 1, 2007.

Information for Students Moving into Residence

Move In Dates
Saturday September 1, 2007
Sunday September 2, 2007

If you cannot move in on your assigned Mass Move-In Day please contact Housing and Conference Services to make alternate arrangements for key pick up and move in. When moving to campus on the Mass Move-In days clearly LABEL all bags/boxes you are planning to move with your name, student number and room number. If you do not do this you will be asked to get out of line and mark all of your boxes before you can unload your car and move in. If you have any further questions about moving to McMaster please contact Housing and Conference Services and they will be more than happy to assist you.

If your son or daughter has applied for residence and has been put on the waiting list please contact Residence Admissions with any questions or concerns that you might have. They will do everything possible to make the transition to McMaster as smooth as possible.
Phone: 905-525-9140 ext. 24342
Email Residence Admissions

McMaster Housing Off Campus

Is your son or daughter moving to Hamilton and living off campus this fall? If so, we have some important information for you. As students are starting school at a younger age you may be asked to co-sign the lease as a Guarantor – do not be surprised if you are asked to do this, but be sure to read your obligations upon doing so as quite often you are signing a group lease. The Off Campus Resource Centre is located in the basement of the McMaster University Student Centre and is open all year long to help with any issues that may come up regarding your son or daughter’s tenancy.

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Libraries

McMaster University Libraries offer more information than your son/daughter have ever encountered in one space and are comprised of four libraries: Mills Library (Humanities and Social Sciences), Innis Library (Business), Thode Library (Science and Engineering) and the Health Sciences Library. We offer over 2 million print volumes, thousands of online resources which may be accessed from home with a MAC ID, and specialized material such as music, maps and data. It is not unusual for first year students to be overwhelmed by the high expectations from professors or the amount of information available to them.

Krista Godfrey
Liaison Librarian

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Payment Agreement Form

The Student Accounts and Cashiers office is responsible for FINANCIALLY registering each student, the charging and collection of fees and management of their STUDENT ACCOUNT. Please visit our website, at http://www.mcmaster.ca/bms/student/ boasting a NEW "Parents Page". This special link is specifically designed to give the parents of McMaster University students the reference material they need to aid in their children's financial responsibilities.

Safety on Campus

Attending a new school is an exciting and sometimes ‘nerve-wracking’ experience for both students and parents. Whether moving away from home or commuting to and from, the student experience at McMaster University will prepare the individual for the great adventures of life that lie ahead.

McMaster Security Services provides many services and encourages the development of individuals within the University. We take great pride in making McMaster “a safe place to work, live and learn”. Our officers, who are all sworn Special Constables, patrol the campus by car, bike and foot 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our phones are always answered by a live person who can provide all types of assistance.

Submitted by:
Sgt Cathy O’Donnell,
McMaster Security Services.

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Student Judicial Affairs

McMaster is a community dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment in which all community members conduct themselves in a manner that promotes the educational goals of the University. Specifically for students, the Student Code of Conduct (SCC), Residence Code of Conduct (RCC) and Athletic Code of Conduct (ACC) outline these behavioural expectations and Community Standards.

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Titles

Titles, McMaster University Bookstore is owned and operated by the University. Titles is dedicated to assisting the learning process. Proceeds from bookstore sales fund student services. We offer a wide range of course materials that have been selected by professors for use in their courses. With three permanent and two temporary bookstores we strive to meet the needs of the McMaster community.

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