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The smalluniversityof bigopportunities VIEWBOOK 2016

The small university of big opportunities

IT’S THE SMALL THINGS THAT MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE

We believe smaller is better. Our small size is the reason we’re able to give each student a big university experience.

We do this by way of our small campus community where students know one another by name, play an active role in classes, are involved in the community, and are able to form meaningful relationships with peers and professors.

We do this by offering one of a kind programs and opportunities that enable students to grow personally, as well as academically.

Finally, we do this by giving students opportunities to gain the knowledge and develop skills to excel in an exciting and rewarding career after graduation.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

01. UNIQUELY ST. THOMAS01. A Meaningful Education03. The STU Difference 05. A Rewarding Future

07. ACADEMIC PROGRAMS07. Academic Programs17. Post-Degree Bachelor of Education18. Post-Degree Bachelor of Social Work19. Classes at STU 21. Our Professors23. Career Opportunities27. Alumni Perspectives

29. EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EXPERIENCES29. Student Life33. Residence Life35. Travel Study37. Varsity Athletics 39. City of Fredericton 41. Visit/Tour Campus

45. APPLYING TO ST. THOMAS45. Tuition & Scholarships47. Admissions Requirements49. Application Steps51. Contact Us

ST. THOMASUNIVERSITY–ONE OF A KINDSt. Thomas is the only university of its kind in Canada. We are the only public university in the country wholly dedicated to liberal arts. For more than 100 years, students have come to St. Thomas for an experience they cannot find anywhere else.

St. Thomas offers a learning environment in which you are challenged to see the world from different points of view. You will learn to think for yourself— not to simply memorize information, but to develop critical thinking skills. Here, you’ll be challenged by professors and classmates in small classes where debates and discussions add layers of understanding to course content. Outside of class, you will engage in clubs, societies, internships, travel, and other opportunities that allow you to experience and practice what you learn in class.

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SMALL CAMPUS COMMUNITY

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Ask questions Share your opinion Influence class discussion Get more out of your time in class Professors who know your name More interactive experiences (presentations, debates, group work) More one-on-one time with professors

Hear from professors on pages 21 & 22

Close-knit and friendly More personal and warm More connected to the campus and people More likely to be involved and engaged Feel like part of something

Learn more about the student experience on pages 23 & 24, and from pages 29–38

Shared interest in improving social issues Discussions and debates extend beyond class into dorms, dining hall, etc. All campus resources are focused on liberal arts students Exceptional leadership opportunities Freedom to explore interests and combine disciplines Develop educated opinions on trending topics

Find out more about our Bachelorof Arts on pages 7–16

Learn more about how your degree will help you after graduation from

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AdrianaRivasThird-Year, Economics with Business, International Relations

I WANTED MY COLLEGEEXPERIENCE TO BE UNIQUE.

“I decided to be a STUdent because I knew that by attending a smaller school, I was not going to be just another student among the rest, but one who would have the opportunity to be involved in the community, be recognized and appreciated by professors, and most importantly, I would have the privilege to serve the student body and give back to the community that had welcomed me.”

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SOCIALLY CONSCIOUSOur academic and extracurricular programs share an overarching theme of being socially and culturally aware. Whether you come to study Psychology, Criminology, International Relations, or perhaps English, History, or Fine Arts, you will leave here with a better understanding of people’s experiences—near and far—and how you might use your education to help others.

MOOT COURTThe Human Rights program offers one of the only undergraduate Moot Court classes in Canada. Travel to various moot court competitions in the United States and argue Supreme Court cases in front of real-world judges. Planning on law school down the line? It’s a great way to prepare!

UNIQUE PROGRAMSMany of our unique-to-the-region programs attract students from around the world. Criminology, Gerontology, Communications and Public Policy, Human Rights, Journalism, and others bring students to campus, because this is one of the only places in Canada they’re offered. Whether you major in one of these areas or are looking for ways to round out your education, our distinct offerings make St. Thomas a unique place for students.

COMMUNICATIONS INTERNSHIPSOur Communications and Public Policy program includes internships in the private and public sectors.

EXPERIENCED JOURNALISTSAs a journalism student, you won’t just study journalism, you’ll practice it. When you’re not in class at the CBC Broadcast Centre and learning to use the web, radio, and TV technology that helps you tell stories, you’ll be writing for the campus newspaper and online publications.

HARVARD CONNECTIONAs the only Canadian partner of HBX CORe of the Harvard Business School, St. Thomas offers the enormous opportunity to earn a Credential of Readiness that provides an introduction to the language and concepts of business.

OPPORTUNITIESTO DOSOMETHINGDIFFERENT THE ST. THOMAS DIFFERENCE

Our approach to the Bachelor of Arts means you will graduate with a better understanding of the world from within and outside of your chosen area of study. You will be able to explore and combine your interests, and take full advantage of all STU has to offer, from academic programs and extracurricular activities to out-of-class learning opportunities.

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“You have a whole community that’s waiting to be explored. Studying the liberal arts allows you to choose how you want to apply and practice your skills, but you have to choose. That’s the second part of your education.”

Yilin (Catrina) RenHBX Core l Harvard Business School

“Taking courses from Harvard has been an amazing opportunity for me. I believe the biggest value of it is the networking aspect. All of my peers from the course are from countries all over the world. The experience has improved my work efficiency, and helped me better understand corporate communications, business management, and business analysis.”

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OPPORTUNITIESTO GET THEMOST OUT OFYOUR DEGREE A Bachelor of Arts from St. Thomas requires you to be an active participant in your education. When you graduate, not only will you have a better understanding of your strengths and what you want to do, you’ll have earned valuable and employable skills that are in demand today.

STU grads earn: Written and verbal communications

Ability to work as part of a team

Creative problem solving

Presentation and public speaking

Capable of seeing different angles and approaches to situations

Analytical thinking

Broad knowledge base and understanding of different cultures

A hightened ability to relate to people from different experiences and backgrounds

Learn more about how your time at St. Thomas

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A REWARDING FUTURE

Top 10 in-demandskills in order

of importance:

1Ability to work in a team

2Ability to make decisions

and solve problems

3Ability to communicate verbally with people inside and outside

of an organization

4Ability to plan, organize,

and prioritize work

5Ability to obtain and process information

6Ability to analyze quantitative data

7Technical knowledge

related to the job

8Proficiency with computer

software programs

9Ability to create and/or

edit written reports

10Ability to sell and influence others

SOURCE: The National Association of Colleges and Employers, published in Forbes

Graduates from St. Thomas

... are more satisfied with their credentials than Maritime and Canadian peers who attended other universities

... are significantly more likely than their Maritime and Canadian peers to go on to earn a second credential (such as a master’s degree, a degree in law, an MBA, or other)

... are significantly more likely to report engagement with civic issues, social diversity, and lifelong learning

... and that their university experience contributed to this engagement

... are more likely to report that their small classes helped them prepare for a career

SOURCE: National Baccalaureate Graduate Outcome Survey 201341 participating Canadian universities7 from the Maritimes

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THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE A WORLD OF KNOWLEDGE COURSES THAT WILL CHANGE THEWAY YOU SEE THE WORLD AND HELPYOU FIND YOUR PLACE WITHIN IT

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Anthropology*Catholic Studies

Communications Communications & Public Policy Criminology & Criminal Justice*

Economics*Economics with Business Option

English Language & Literature*English w/ a Concentration in Creative Writing*

English w/ a Concentration in Drama*Environment & Society

Fine Arts*French*

Gerontology Great Books*

History*Human Rights

Interdisciplinary Studies*International Relations*

Journalism Media Studies

Native Studies*Philosophy*

Political Science*Psychology*

Religious Studies*Science &

Technology Studies*Sociology*

Spanish*Women's Studies

& Gender Studies*

*Areas in which studentsare able to complete

an honours level credit.

Business Studies

Cultural Studies

Environmental Studies

Ethics

Film Studies

Irish Studies

Latin American Studies

Medieval Studies

Peace Studies

US Studies

Interdisciplinary minors are earned bytaking suggested courses from variousdisciplines around a common theme.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

SBACHELOR OF ARTS As a student at St. Thomas, you will be required to declare at least one major during your second year of study. However, you are encouraged to explore fields outside your major to diversify your educational experience.

Students who complete a number of courses in a subject, but not enough for a major, may be eligible for a minor in the discipline, depending on the department's requirements.

ACADEMICMAJORS

INTERDISCIPLINARY MINORS

ELECTIVES Students can take electives such as Biology, Chemistry, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Maliseet, and Social Work. In addition, St. Thomas students are able to take two courses per semester from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) as part of their degree from St. Thomas University.

POST-DEGREEPROGRAMS Bachelor of Education Bachelor of Social Work

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AQUINAS: GREAT BOOKS PROGRAM This optional first-year program is for students who are looking for a challenge. Aquinas students are team taught by professors from three academic departments in one class. Students earn credit for each of the subjects within their chosen section in this optional integrated studies approach to first year. Aquinas students also have room for two more electives in each semester of their year and can easily move forward to major in any subject.

Great BooksEnglish, Philosophy, Political Science

Great Books and Human RightsEnglish, Human Rights, and Political Science

ANTHROPOLOGY In a globalizing world, understanding human diversity is vital. Humans are interconnected, from Bangkok to Boiestown, from San Juan to Saint John, and how we make our way in the world will depend on how well we can interact with people from different cultures. Anthropology is the study of human diversity, past and present, in all of its material, physical, social, and cultural forms. Anthropology may be practiced in remote places among exotic peoples, or right here at home.

Sample Courses Human Evolution: Fact and Theory

Cultural Anthropology

The Anthropology of Gender

Forensic Osteology and Archaeology

COMMUNICATIONS AND PUBLIC POLICY Communications and Public Policy informs students about the influence of communications on the creation and implementation of public policy. It will prepare you to work as a communications professional in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. STU is home to the Frank McKenna Centre for Communications and Public Policy.

Sample Courses Policy Making in the Info Age

Ethics and Social Responsibility

Fundamentals of Writing

Public Policy and the Media

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ECONOMICS By studying Economics, students develop knowledge of the various approaches to market economics, political economy, the international economy, and Canadian institutions and policy. The study of Economics helps us understand the forces behind the rapidly changing economy by engaging in study and debate to explain how economies work and how agents of the economic system make choices that affect our health, education, politics, and social institutions.

Sample Courses Political Economy

Community Economic Development

Multinational Corporations and Trade

Perspectives on Underdevelopment

Economics of Poverty

ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE Texts shape culture and express hopes, struggles, limitations, assumptions, and expectations. The program teaches students how to read texts more deeply— not just ancient and contemporary literature, but the texts of our world.

CONCENTRATION IN CREATIVE WRITING Express your creative impulses and develop your analytical skills by pursuing a Major in English Language and Literature with a Concentration in Creative Writing.

CONCENTRATION IN DRAMA Students engage with the academic discourses of dramatic literature and theatre history, while simultaneously developing skills as actors and directors.

CRIMINOLOGY Criminology is the study of crime and criminal behaviour and the way in which society responds to those who have been identified as criminal or deviant. Students are exposed to theories of criminal behaviour and an analysis of the criminal justice system. Courses reflect diverse faculty specializations including youth rights and justice, criminal law and social justice, effective correctional treatments, theories of crime and punishment, crime and the media, and the history of crime and the law.

Sample Courses Criminal Law

Criminal Behaviour

Wrongful Conviction!

Child and Youth Rights

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ENVIRONMENT AND SOCIETY This program is for students who believe that environmental change is possible and who are ready to take their learning into the community. The program helps you understand the social processes that promote our degradation of the Earth and our persistence in such destructive behaviour. As the problems of environmental deterioration originate with human behaviour, causes and solutions for them can be found in the social sciences and humanities.

Sample Courses Introduction to Environmental Problems

Introduction to Perspectives on the Environment

Environmental Policy

FINE ARTS The program develops students’ aesthetic literacy while cultivating a critical awareness of the aesthetic dimensions of everyday life and culture. Students examine Fine Arts through technical, social, performance, and historical perspectives. This well-rounded program aims to broaden understanding of art from a hands-on perspective. Our program meets each student at their own stage of artistic growth.

Students majoring in Fine Arts are also able to earn a minor in Music.

Sample Courses The Guitar in Western Music

Musical Theatre and Performance

Watercolour Painting

GERONTOLOGY The major in Gerontology at St. Thomas is one of only three comprehensive Canadian undergraduate programs in the field. Gerontology is the study of development and aging. It examines aging from sociological, psychological, physical, spiritual, and philosophical perspectives.

Sample Courses Recreation, Leisure and Aging

Gender and Aging

Counselling Older Adults

Aging and Tai Chi: Theory, Research, and Practice

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HISTORY Students of History study the societies and peoples of the past, and the various ways that the past is explained in the present. Classes explore historical content and discuss issues that inform the exploration of history in our time. The program does not seek to teach answers, rather it motivates students to discover and pursue new questions and ideas. It can cause students to re-examine their world view and lead them to ask fundamental questions about themselves and society.

Sample Courses Citizens and Citizenship in World History

Modern Sport in World History

The World at War

Acadians in the Maritimes

Modern and Revolutionary China

HUMAN RIGHTS The major in Human Rights is one of few such programs in the country. Our program familiarizes students with the philosophy, politics, and laws intrinsic to understanding Human Rights on a local and global scale. Students study the causes and consequences of human rights violations around the world while developing a critical ability to interpret events and their significance. This is a double major program, meaning you will also major in a second area.

Sample Courses Humanitarian Law and Human Rights

Child and Youth Rights

Human Rights Leadership

GREAT BOOKS Great Books is an interdisciplinary program focused on the study of classic works of literature, philosophy, and politics. The courses focus on the great books of the Western tradition, examining the diverse opinions of influential thinkers on love, freedom, friendship, justice, beauty, and reason.

Sample Courses War and Peace

Love and Friendship

Justice

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INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS In our increasingly internationalized environment, knowledge of international relations is essential. International Relations students develop expertise in the complex matter of state-to-state relations within the international system. The program is multidisciplinary, drawing on courses in Political Science, Economics, and foreign languages, with electives from Criminology, Human Rights, and History. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the university’s international exchange program.

Sample Courses International Relations I/II

US Foreign Policy

Canadian Perspectives on International Law

Canadian Foreign Policy

The United Nations

JOURNALISM Become familiar with the technologies and skills to master the art of storytelling so that you are able to deliver news in a professional setting. In this program, you will acquire a range of skills in all media – print, television radio, and web. In your final year, you will focus on a preferred medium and work on major projects. Classrooms in a CBC broadcast centre allow you to shadow professionals in television, radio, and web writing. Exceptional journalism students are eligible to apply for awards and internships at CBC bureaus across Canada.

Sample Courses Video Storytelling I/II

Community Journalism: Reporting Political and Social Issues

Media, Ethics and the Law

NATIVE STUDIES Designed to provide both native and non-native students with an opportunity to explore the historical, contemporary, and cultural issues of native people of North America, this program takes a historical-materialist approach to the study of issues in the history and relationship of First Nations and the immigrant society across Canada.

Sample Courses Native Literature

Contemporary Issues in Native/Non-Native Relations

Native Cultural Identity and Cultural Survival

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POLITICAL SCIENCE Political Science examines the ideas and institutions that govern society. It investigates the nature of statecraft, citizenship, power, justice, community, law, and freedom. By studying Political Science, you will explore the ways in which our own political order shapes our view of the world: What responsibilities does an individual have to society? Who has the right to make laws? Are there universal principles of government? Searching for answers to these questions will help you become a thoughtful, critical, and responsible citizen.

Sample Courses Law, Power and Politics

The Canadian Constitution: Federalism

Media and Politics in Canada

U.S. Government and Politics

The European Union and Europe

PSYCHOLOGY Psychology is the study of people and how they interact and behave. It is a discipline that examines how we feel, perceive, think, learn, and remember; what motivates us, and how we act in groups and societies. The research interests of the faculty vary from social psychology to biological psychology, childhood development, industrial and organizational psychology, and the psychology of men and women. Studying Psychology provides greater understanding of human social and health problems.

Sample Courses Drugs and Behaviour

Abnormal Child Psychology

Psychology of Music

Adolescent Development

PHILOSOPHY “The unexamined life is not worth living.” These words of Socrates, spoken 2400 years ago, continue to inspire philosophers and students. We are engaged in the pursuit of the life worth living and the knowledge born of wonder about the human condition. Courses offered in Philosophy will acquaint you with the historical development of philosophical questions and the various attempts to respond to them. In particular, we consider the contributions of thinkers within the Western tradition to philosophical dialogue.

Sample Courses Current Issues in Ethics

Philosophy of Human Rights

Marx

Philosophy of Science

Existential Philosophy

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CATHOLIC STUDIES Catholic Studies aims to debate issues that engage Catholics and those interested in a serious study of Catholicism. Through its curriculum, scholarly activities, and community outreach, it contributes to a more informed understanding of Catholicism’s contributions to intellectual, institutional, political, and cultural life. Students encounter individuals who have thought deeply about God, from Augustine to Aquinas, from Teresa of Avila to Edith Stein, and explore the ways in which their experiences have shaped their spiritual lives and their dialogue with their culture.

Sample Courses Literature and Catholicism I

Catholic Religious Leadership

RELIGIOUS STUDIES Students explore world religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Taoism, Native American Religions, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam and their rituals, music, dance, food, storytelling, writing, meditation, architecture, fine arts, as well as organizations, movements, and the ideologies and philosophies. Courses deal with recurring themes of human experience: the long search, evil and suffering, power and authority, sexuality and gender, death and after death, among others.

Sample Courses Women and Religion

Religion and Social Ethics

Ritual Studies

ROMANCE LANGUAGESIf you have a particular interest in French or Spanish, you may major in one of those two areas.

FRENCHFrench courses are designed for Anglophone, Francophone, and bilingual students of various levels of proficiency. You are able to perfect your reading, writing, and speaking skills, and advanced courses are offered in literature and cultural studies.

SPANISHAn introductory course in Spanish for beginners leads to advanced courses in grammar, conversation and composition, translation, and Spanish and Latin American literature.

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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY STUDIES Science and technology are pervasive and powerful forces in our world today and come with a vast array of social, legal, and ethical dilemmas affecting both our daily lives and our world. Knowledge of what these forces are and how they influence society will help you become an engaged and informed citizen. Courses provide an opportunity for you to think critically about the roles of science and technology in our world.

Sample Courses Science, Technology and War

Animals: Rights, Consciousness, and Experimentation

Science, Technology and Nature

WOMEN’S STUDIES AND GENDER STUDIES Women's Studies and Gender Studies is an interdisciplinary field that concentrates on the new scholarship in women's and men's studies. The impact of gender on all levels of experience may be addressed from every liberal arts discipline. The struggle for gender equality in politics, education, the family, the labour force, in literature and the media are key topics; and, in many courses, this involves cross-cultural studies of gender relations.

Sample Courses Introduction to Women’s Studies

Sociology of Gender

Women in the Third World

SOCIOLOGY Our world faces profound global challenges such as climate change, economic upheaval, and inequality, as well as shifting personal identities in a postmodern, post-national world. Sociology prepares you to understand how these forces shape perceptions of ourselves and interactions with others, both in the private life of friendship, family, and intimate relations, and in the public life of the city, the country, and the world. Sociology studies how people collectively shape our social world.

Sample Courses Inequality in Society

Race and Ethnic Relations

Sociology of the Family

Women and Education

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POST-DEGREEBACHELOR OF EDUCATIONSCHOOL OF EDUCATION

The post-degree Bachelor of Education is an intensive 60 credit-hour program (delivered in 10 months) that offers concentrations in elementary (K-5), middle/secondary (6-12) or French second-language. You will complete two full teaching field placements in different schools at different grade levels.

UNIQUE CAREEROPPORTUNITIES

The program also trains educators interested in alternative jobs in the field—working with charities, adult education, training and tutoring, administration and policy, and working with school-aged children in other capacities.

START AT STU

Undergraduate courses in English, History, Psychology, Political Science, French, and Fine Arts, among others, prepare students interested in education with a teachable background that prepares them for a Bachelor of Education. Megan

Young JonesBA ’07BEd ’08First Nations Literacy Teacher at George Street Middle School

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BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK

POST-DEGREEBACHELOR OFSOCIAL WORKBECOMING AN AGENTFOR CHANGE

Learn to address the needs of clients and to act as an agent for change in an exciting, demanding, and rewarding profession.

Nationally recognized for excellence, the Bachelor of Social Work at St. Thomas is the only English language social work program in New Brunswick and is accredited by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education.

STARTING AT STU

Studying liberal arts at St. Thomas provides students interested in Social Work with a solid foundation for numerous fields of practice. Students obtain the credit hours of social sciences and humanities required for admission to the program.

Shawn MartinBSW ’15Horizon Health Network, Addictions and Mental Health Services, Child and Adolescent, Miramichi

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SMALL CLASSES ,BIG OPPORTUNITIES MORE THAN SMALL CLASS SIZES

At St. Thomas, we don’t simply offer a few small classes, we are small classes. All classes are capped at 60 students, and most are much smaller. Why does this matter? Because it means you’ll be taught and graded by professors, not teaching assistants. Your voice will be heard. Your experience in class will be personal. Your attendance and participation will be valued and will make classes more interactive and interesting.

Far from the 300+ students, auditorium lecture-style classes you see on TV, classes at St. Thomas are intimate and highly engaging.

Average class sizes

First year – 29Upper year – 28

Seminar – 13Maximum class size of 60

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...91% of first-year students said they would choose STU again.

–National Survey of Student Engagement, 2014

...92% of alumni believe the liberal arts are a good foundation for a successful career and lifelong learning

–2014 STU Alumni Survey

...97% of alumni are happy with their decision to attend STU

–2014 STU Alumni Survey

...94% of alumni say their St. Thomas degree has a positive effect on their careers

–2014 STU Alumni Survey

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Our professors are distinguished scholars, authors, and public commentators. You will quickly learn that St. Thomas professors live and love what they teach. They will inspire you to become passionate about the issues and subjects you talk about in class, and help you understand that what you’re learning is so much more than papers and exams.

A SMALL UNIVERSITY MEANS BETTER OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH YOUR PROFESSORS

Our professors get to know their students. They’re approachable, but it’s more than that. They’ll call you by name and give you thementorship you’ll need to succeed.

DR. JULIA TORRIE, HISTORY

“Eat regularly and properly, get lots of sleep, have fun, and if at all possible, don’t take a part-time job for more than 10 hours a week. This is your time to study and learn, and you need to be able to concentrate in order to make the most of it.”

DR. AMANDA DIPAOLO, HUMAN RIGHTS

“Go to class and be engaged. Turn your phone off and put it away. Your attentiveness will be noticed. If you don't understand something, ask questions. Don’t get behind because you’re afraid to speak to professors. It’s our job to make sure you understand. If you attend classes, we will be happy to help you. Finally, when you are assigned a written project go to the writing centre for advice.”

DR. MARTIN KUTNOWSKI, FINE ARTS

“Your time at university is an exciting opportunity to learn as much as possible about yourself (what you like, what you don’t), guided by specialists in many different subjects. Use this opportunity wisely, and don’t be afraid to try new things. Between classes, try to sit in on a class you’re not taking to see what it’s about. It may give you an idea of what you’d like to take (or not) the following semester.”

Our professors studied at Harvard, Cambridge, Oxford,

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DR. GÜL ÇALISKAN, SOCIOLOGY

“Have a calendar, and write everything in it. Keep a version of it on your wall. Find a faculty mentor you can go to for academic advice. Finally, divide your days into three parts: 8 hours to study/work; 8 hours to sleep; 8 hours to live your life!”

DR. MATTE ROBINSON, ENGLISH

“Learn to use the sentence 'I don't understand' to your advantage. Most of us don't like feeling—or admitting—we don't understand something, but in scholarly work, it's your best tool for learning, discovery, and making connections. If you get a reading for class that makes you say to yourself, 'I don't understand,' don't hurry past it, but instead slow down and ask yourself why you don't understand, and what steps you need to take in order to better understand. If you're unsure, play around with ideas, research, free thinking, doodling—whatever— until you get your footing.”

DR. JAMES GILBERT-WALSH, PHILOSOPHY

“University students often find themselves overwhelmed; and each student struggles with their own unique set of issues. Whatever you’re struggling with, it is always a good idea to go to your instructors’ office hours to seek their concrete help and advice. Your instructors want to help you.”

DR. MARY LOUISE BABINEAU, SPANISH

“If you have any questions or difficulties, ask for help, and ask early. If you don't know where to go for what you need, ask a professor. That’s what we are here for, and we can point you in the right direction. There are many services and people here to help you succeed. No one is expected to do this alone.”

DR. DAWNE CLARKE, CRIMINOLOGY

“Don't be afraid to ask questions. If you need assistance, ask for it. Commit yourself to your studies: be on time for class, be prepared, and participate.”

DR. DAVID KOROTKOV, PSYCHOLOGY

“It’s important to take on various challenges (e.g., raising questions in class) while reinforcing your efforts through your favourite activities; the adage ‘business before enjoyment’ is relevant here. This will help to maintain your academic work while helping to balance your life.”

DR. ANDREW MOORE, GREAT BOOKS

“Students may not know that we really want to get to know them. We enjoy mentoring. We love to talk about books and ideas with them. At a small university like ours, professors have open-door policies. If you have a question about an assignment or about courses, you should always talk to your professors about it. We're here to help!”

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The degree you earn from St. Thomas will help you discover a career path that fits you. A university degree is one of the best ways you can prepare yourself for a long and meaningful career—a career that takes you places and introduces you to new people and new ideas. More jobs than ever before require a degree to apply.

Theatre St. Thomas production of Spring Awakening, 2015

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CAREERSGain experience to tailor yourresume to opportunities you want

Take on part-time work as a campus tour guide, note taker, residence advisor, etc.

Push yourself to participate in an international exchange to experience another culture for a semester

Write for the student newspaper to help bring light to issues you believe deserve attention

Become part of the Students’ Union

Take on a residence leadership role as a Residence Advisor or academic Peer Mentor

Lead a club or society to gain leadership and communication skills

Participate in national and international student conferences

Work as part of a team and improve your confidence by joining Theatre St. Thomas

Take a class that gives you hands-on experience, like an internship within our Communications and Public Policy program

Travel and compete internationally with our Moot Court or Model UN classes

Challenge yourself in courses that expose you to the real world of what you study in class—take Human Rights and NGOs and work within a local organization to see the ins and outs of what it takes

Meet and network with prominent Canadian and international professionals who visit campus for guest lectures and student workshops (from New York Times columnists to former Prime Ministers)

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In order todiscover what you wantout of your educationand your future career, you need to take some

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LIMITLESSCAREEROPPORTUNITIES FIELDS OF WORK FOR ST. THOMASUNIVERSITY GRADUATES

Increase your knowledge and skills in a variety of areas as opposed to just one. Open doors to a lifetime of career development, flexibility, and opportunity.

A SAMPLE OF THE CAREER PATHS OF OUR GRADUATES :

Digital Marketing Expert Rehabilitation Counsellor Public Policy Developer Lawyer Corrections Officer Corporate Writer Account Executive Teacher Social Worker Personal Counsellor Financial Planner Director of Special Events Business Executive Human Rights Advocate Fundraising and Events Manager Governmental Affairs NGO Coordinator Human Resource Manager Marketing and Sales Manager

CAREERS

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MIKHAIL BULLARD, BA ‘10 Third Secretary/Vice-Consul Embassy of Bahamas, Washington

“The liberal arts at St. Thomas teach you to think critically. My background helped me approach policy analysis with the knowledge that there are diverse ways of looking at issues and that problems are always best solved when we can get at their root causes.”

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OPPORTUNITIESTO MAKE ADIFFERENCEIN YOUR CAREER Our students graduate from St. Thomas with a better understanding of how they can combine their passions and their skills to make a difference in their careers in a way that’s truly meaningful to them.

MARK HENICK, BA ’09 Mental Health Counsellor Canadian Mental Health Association, TorontoTEDx Speaker

“Several of my experiences at STU gave me the opportunity to realize that sometimes it is simply not acceptable to remain on the sidelines. Advocacy is both an action and a reaction. It doesn't always happen on the stage or with an audience. You have to live your cause every day, making mistakes, and being prepared to revise your approach as you go. When just one person comes up to you, with tears in their eyes, and thanks you for what you do, it's all worth it.”

Opportunitiesto lead

The majority of world leaders earned degrees in the liberal arts (social

sciences and humanities)

Younger world leaders are even more likely

to earn degrees in the liberal arts (social

sciences and humanities)

Extracurricular experiences are just

as valuable as in-class learning

SOURCE: 30-country study by the British Council

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JASON CASSIDY, BA ‘11 Digital Marketing Manager, Cara Operations Marketing Magazine’s Top 30 under 30, 2014

“St. Thomas shaped who I am today. The small classes gave me the attention I needed while fostering a healthy sense of competition among students. I left for the workforce feeling confident, prepared, and empowered.”

TARA BRINSTON, BA ’06 New Brunswick Red Cross Young Humanitarian of the Year

“As a student at St. Thomas, I was encouraged to think critically and to challenge norms. That foundation assists me daily in analyzing policy and successfully advocating for the basic rights of marginalized populations.”

ALYSSA FIRLOTTE, BA ‘12 Dementia Care Mapper Research Assistant, Nova Scotia Centre on Aging

“We examine individuals’ social-psychological environments and try to understand what is triggering behaviour. Individuals with dementia are often responding to something. Their behaviours are not unwarranted. Along with health care professionals, we are all there with the same goal: to improve the quality of life of those living with dementia.”

SARAH BULMAN, BA ’12 Chair of the City Centre School, Charlottetown, PEI

“I’m proud of what I’ve accomplished since graduating, and my success is a result of the excellent education I received at St. Thomas University.”

MICHAEL CONNORS, BA ’98 Award-Winning Lawyer, McInnes Cooper, Fredericton

“St. Thomas taught me to ask those tough questions and not accept what is put in front of me. It taught me critical analysis and to understand a broader scope of issues. In law, we often don’t get to choose our clients, so you need to be able to look at all perspectives.”

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GET INVOLVEDIN A BIG WAYStudents at St. Thomas say they enjoy big advantages over friends at larger schools. Being part of a smaller community means connecting with the entire student population. It means having your voice heard, being known for who you are and what you do. It means it’s normal to join more than one club, have friends from different residences, and interact with professors from other departments.

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Learn about all of our clubs and societies at the

Clubs andSocieties Fair

during the start of each semester at STU

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Kathleen Chiasson Welcome WeekCoordinator, 2015

“After being a Welcome Week leader and being on house committee in Vanier Hall, I wanted to continue my involvement with the university community. My job as the Welcome Week Coordinator is to organize an amazing, safe, fun, inclusive, and educational first week for all incoming STUdents, ensuring they feel at home at their new school.”

STUDENT LIFE

The Aquinian (newspaper)

Theatre St. Thomas

Model United Nations

Moot Court

SPECTRUM Gay and Straight Alliance

Native Student Council

Human Rights Club

Residence House Committees

Students’ Union

Best Buddies

International Student Association

Students for Sustainability

Annual events & campus traditions

A sample of campusgroups and clubs

Multicultural Fair

Campus Coffee Houses

T-Pin Ceremony

Student Research & Ideas Fair

Celebration of Culture Pow Wow

Trick-or-Eat Food Collection for Food Banks

Winter Formal

Theatre St. Thomas Productions

Social Action Fair

STU Relay for Life

Battle of the Hill (STU vs UNB Hockey)

Celebration of Faith and Diversity

Exam Prep Therapy Dogs

Residence Life Challenges

T-Ceremony for Graduates

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STUDENT LIFE

Miigam’aganElder in Residence

“My role is to offer support, drawing from our cultural values and working to create a sense of community for First Nation students.”

Opportunity to be yourself

(SAFE SPACE) We believe in order for you to reach your true potential, you need to feel appreciated

for who you are. We take pride in the different backgrounds, orientations, values, cultures,

experiences, and lifestyles that make up our community.

Appreciating each other for who we are makes us stronger. It allows us to accomplish more.

We’re committed to providing students a learning environment

that celebrates inclusion and diversity.

Support you can count on Two free hours of peer tutoring a week

Accessibility Centre

Academic Advising

Career Advising

On-Campus Counselling Services

Peer Mentoring Program

City Bus Pass

Financial Aid Advising

Writing Centre

Campus Fitness Centre

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Harrington Hall

Vanier Hall

Holy Cross House

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Find a place to call home in one of our five residences—three located on our upper campus (Harrington Hall, Vanier Hall, and Holy Cross House), and two located on our lower campus (Rigby Hall and Chatham Hall), only minutes away. Rigby and Chatham offer larger rooms and private bathrooms. Plus, when you don’t feel like walking, hop on the bus with your STU Bus Pass (included) and be home even sooner!

4 Reasons toLive in Residence

1 You’ll be part of the fabric of our

campus communityOur small size encourages a

close-knit, involved university community, but you have to

be here to fully experience it. Students who live on campus

are more likely to join clubs, attend events, and meet

new people.

2 Your gradeswill benefit

Studies have shown that students who live in residence

often achieve higher grade point averages. Think about

it—it’s hard to be late for class when you live five minutes

away. Not sure you’re ready for the midterm? Ask your

housemates for help.

3 You’ll make friends from around the worldYour housemates will be from different cities, provinces, and even countries. While you share with them what it’s like coming from your hometown, they’ll teach you about theirs—you may find yourself learning a new language or spending a school break visiting another city or country.

4 You’ll have an unforgettable university experienceYour university years will be some of the best of your life, and it’s important to make the most of them. Form a band, get dressed up for the formal, raise awareness for a cause, write a column in our campus newspaper, audition for a play, and anything else that interests you. Living in residence makes it that much easier.

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RESIDENCE LIFE

Rigby Hall

Chatham Hall

NUTRITIOUSAND DELICIOUS SMALL UNIVERSITY – BIG FLAVOURS

Our dining hall offers healthy Canadian, international, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes, as well as everything from small snacks and healthy lunches to hearty dinners. The all new All You Care to Eat dining plan allows students to enjoy as much or as little as they wish without worrying about the cost of individual items. Choose from meal plans that offer 10, 19, or UNLIMITED visits per week and nourish your body and mind on home-cooked comfort food.

St. Thomas alumni consistently report living in residence as one of their best memories from university.

Stress-free living Don’t worry about budgeting your money for food, rent, and bills. When you live in residence, it’s all included.

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Mike StaffordBA ’13

International exchange to Malta

“An exchange is like Inception. You go into

a dream and ride the kick all the way back!”

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TRAVEL STUDY

INTERNATIONALEXCHANGES

This is an excellent way to enhance your university experience. We offer students the opportunity to spend a semester in

another country while earning university credit for classes taken while there. Students pay St. Thomas University

tuition fees while away. While abroad, students often visit more than just the

country in which they’re studying.

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SHORT-TERM TRAVEL STUDY OPTIONS

This option is for students who are not looking to travel to another country

for an entire semester. With this program, students travel in a group with a STU

professor to an international destination where they engage in study together

using the local setting and culture as materials. Students earn course

credit which is recorded on their STU transcript and counts toward their

degree requirements. Most Study Abroad courses are 3 to 4 weeks in length.

Recent opportunities were offered in New York City, Italy, Spain, and England.

Val JohnstoneBA ’15Internationalexchange to Australia

“By the time I was gearing up to come back to North America I was the one giving directions to tourists.”

Anna ScheidlerBA ’14

Anna traveled to Ireland as part of the Irish Studies Program to study the Irish language. Housed with an Irish family in an Irish-speaking region in the west of Ireland, Anna was fully immersed in Irish culture.

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OPPORTUNITIESTO PLAYMore than 200 varsity athletes represent STU on the court, track, ice, and field as they compete with universities and colleges from all over the country.

JohnnyCullenMen's Rugby

“One of the many highlights of coaching in various countries was seeing so many kids from different backgrounds working together on the field. It’s an excellent example of how sport bridges the gap between culture, language, and social status. As a Tommie, I always try to look for opportunities to improve myself and leave a positive impact on others.”

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VARSITY ATHLETICS

VARSITY SPORTS HOCKEY

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You don’t need to be a varsity athlete to be a part of the glory. Throw on your green and gold, and head to one of the many

games and tournaments happening throughout the year. Cheering on the Tommies will give you a deep sense of pride in and connection with the T you

share with the team.

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WOMEN'S BASKETBALL – ACAA CHAMPS2011-12 (NATIONAL BRONZE MEDALISTS), 2012-13, 2013-14 (NATIONAL SILVER MEDALISTS)

MEN'S VOLLEYBALL – ACAA CHAMPS2011-12, 2013-14, 2014-15

MEN'S BASKETBALL – ACAA CHAMPS2011-12 (NATIONAL BRONZE MEDALISTS)

WOMEN'S RUGBY – ACAA CHAMPS2011-12 (NATIONAL BRONZE MEDALISTS)

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THE SPIRIT OF A BIG CITY AND THE CHARM OF A SMALL TOWNAs New Brunswick’s riverfront capital city, Fredericton has the perfect mix of small-town safety and big-city beat. There is an endless list of exciting events happening close to campus at student-friendly prices. As one of the Cultural Capitals of Canada, Fredericton is diverse, safe, and welcoming for students coming from across the river or across the world.

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City Life Grab a delicious meal at one

of the city’s many fantastic restaurants. Then, head

downtown for some dancing or live music. For something

different, there’s usually a play, performance, or show taking

place at one of the local theatres. Check out STU’s Black Box Theatre or The Playhouse downtown for

live theatre, comedy, ballets, concerts, and more.

Galleries and Festivals

The Beaverbrook Art Gallery houses a permanent collection

of almost 3,000 pieces and offers various exhibits throughout the year. As a

STU student, your admission is free! Check out one of the many art and music festivals

taking place in and around Fredericton. Get involved—if you’ve got an artistic interest, this is the place to nurture it.

Urban AdventuresGrab a cup of Joe at the

“King Street Coffee Block” and hit the downtown shops, which are all about being unique, stylish, and chic. The Owl’s Nest used book store and Cultures fair trade art and clothing store are good places to start. Head uptown for more than 115 stores, Starbucks, a movie theatre, an arcade, and more.

Embrace WinterA drop in temperature and a little snow doesn’t hold us back from having fun. Cross country skiing through parks or skating on a flooded Officer’s Square will help you enjoy the cold. For downhill skiing or snowboarding head to Crabbe Mountain— only 40 minutes away from St. Thomas, and a shuttle will help you get there. Plus, the flow of festivals, plays, and concerts doesn’t slow down with the cooler weather.

Outdoor EnthusiastsExperience Fredericton’s natural charm. Explore miles of scenic city-wide walking/biking/ running trails. Pack a lunch, a Frisbee, and some bread crumbs for the ducks and spend the day with friends at Odell Park. Or, rent a kayak or a canoe and paddle the St. John River for unbelievable views of the city. These are just a few of the options that make the great outdoors around St. Thomas great.

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TOUR THE STU CAMPUS

DON’T MISSOUR OPENHOUSE EVENTS Fall Open HouseSaturday, November 7

CAN’T MAKE THE FALL OPEN HOUSE?

Winter Open HouseSaturday, February 13

RSVP at

ConnectSTU.ca

NEXTBEST THING VIRTUAL CAMPUS MAP

map.stu.ca See why Huffington Post Canada named St. Thomas one of the most beautiful university campuses in Canada

NOW THAT WE'VE GOT YOUR ATTENTION, IT 'S TIME TO VISIT CAMPUS! THE BEST REVIEW WILL BE THE ONE YOU WRITE YOURSELF.

Visit our beautiful campus, tour the buildings and courtyards, and spend a few hours getting a feel for what life at St. Thomas is like. You’ll be happy you did!

Our awesome student tour guides will show you the best places to study, how to use the dining hall, where the residence halls are, where to go to class, grab a quick coffee, hit the gym, and more. Attend a class, speak to professors, and return home with a clear picture of what your life will look like at St. Thomas.

Many of our students say their deciding moment about St. Thomas was when they stepped foot on campus and knew this was the place for them. See if it is for you too!

Tours are available through the week and

on Saturdays.

Book your tour today at

ConnectSTU.caEmail

tours@stu.caOr Call

1 877 788 4443

STU’s Student Tour Guides

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One of themost beautiful

university campusesin Canada.

The Huffington Post Canada, 2014

See for yourself. Visit map.stu.ca for a virtual tour.

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FAMILY DISCOUNTWhen two or more members of an immediate family are enrolled full-time at St. Thomas, a 10% discount may be available. Please ask for details.

CAMPUS JOBSCampus jobs are ideal for students wishing to stay on campus to earn a little extra cash. Jobs are posted throughout the year to the Current Students Employment web page. Jobs include study hall monitors, student research aides, help desk officers, and many more.

SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIESYou’ve worked hard, and we want to recognize that. Our competitive scholarships and bursaries program seeks to reward you for your past record and invest in your future success. This allows us to maintain a community of exceptional students and active, motivated leaders.

GUARANTEED ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

UPPER-YEAR SCHOLARSHIPSWe further recognize academic achievement during the upper years of your degree. The Outstanding Scholar Award, for example, rewards top returning full-time students with $1,000 scholarships.

FINANCIAL NEED BURSARIESStudents in financial need should submit an application for needs-based bursaries. For a complete list of bursaries for incoming, first-year students, please visit stu.ca/scholarships and browse the Entrance section.

FINANCIALINFORMATION

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TUITION Canadian - $5,914 International - $13,385

RESIDENCE AND MEALS VANIER, HARRINGTON, HOLY CROSS

Meal Plan 10 Meals 19 Meals Freedom

Double Room $7,780 $8,280 $8,480

For cost of residence and meal plans for Rigby Hall and Chatham Hall, as well as singles in Harrington and Vanier and individual meal plans, please visit STU.ca

Rates are based on the 2015-2016 academic year and are subject to change in May 2016.

Applicants with an admission average of 80% or higher will receive a Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship.

Average Year 1 Year 2* Year 3* Year 4* Total

80-89% $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $4,000

90%+ $2,000 $1,000 $1,000 $1,000 $5,000

*Students must maintain a grade point average of 3.5 or higher to renew these scholarships.

ENTRANCE BURSARIES Value: $500 - $2,000

Criteria: Students in financial need entering university for the first time.

How to apply: Submit a letter to the Admissions Office outlining why you feel you qualify along with an Entrance Bursary application form, available within your ConnectSTU account (connectSTU.ca)

More than 40 different kinds of scholarships are available to our incoming, first-year students. For a complete list, please visit stu.ca/scholarships and browse the Entrance section.

$1.8 million in financial aid goes to our studentsevery year

MARCH 1Major Scholarship

Application Deadline

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ADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS(for high school applicants)

TO QUALIFY YOU NEED

High school graduation Minimum average of 70% on five successfully completed grade 12 academic courses including grade 12 academic English (or French for applicants from Francophone) Four electives from the list below:

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

International students whose primary language is not English are required to submit scores from one of the two tests below.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

AP, IB, AND A-LEVEL TRANSFER CREDIT

Applicants with scores of 4 or 5 on AP, 5, 6, 7 on IB Higher Level, or C or higher on GCE A-Level courses are eligible for credits towards their degree.

POST-DEGREE PROGRAMS (BED AND BSW)

Applicants to these programs should consult www.stu.ca for detailed admission and application requirements. NOTE: an undergraduate degree is required for these programs.

Please note there may be courses that meet the STU admission criteria that are not listed above. For questions regarding the eligibility of specific courses from your high school, please contact our Admissions Office at 506-452-0532 (1-877-788-4443), or email us at admissions@stu.ca

Biology

Chemistry

Comparative Religion

Computer Science

Economics

Environmental Studies or Environmental Science

French (including Immersion courses)

Geography

Geology

German

History

Latin

Law or Business Organization and Management or Introduction to Accounting or World Issues

Literature

Mathematics

Media Studies or Communications or Journalism

Native Studies

Oceanography

Physics

Political Science

Sociology

Spanish

Theatre Arts or Art or Music

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With a 70% minimum admission average,

STU has the highest liberal arts entrance requirements in

Maritime Canada. This ensures a high-quality and engaging

classroom experience.

ADMISSIONS

Contact the Admissions Office at admissions@stu.ca

IMPORTANTDATES

OCTOBER 1EARLY

ADMISSIONOPENS

NOVEMBER 7FALL OPEN

HOUSE

FEBRUARY 13WINTER OPEN

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MARCH 1SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

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MAY 28REGISTRATION OPEN HOUSE

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APPLICATION STEPS

1CREATE A FUTURE STUDENT ACCOUNT AT CONNECTSTU.CA

• Take the first step to learning more about what it means to be a part of the STU community

• Stay informed about important dates and deadlines, register for campus events, get information on your program of interest, and manage your applications for admission, scholarships, and residence

NOTE: If you met with an Admissions Counsellor and filled out a card at your school, your account has already been set up for you. Remember to check your email!

2SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION (BEGINS OCTOBER 1)

• Log in to your ConnectSTU.ca account and click “Apply Now”

• Apply before December 15, 2015 to be considered for Early Admission

• Include the $55 application fee by credit card, cheque, or cash ($40 for applicants from New Brunswick)

• Applications will continue to be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until programs are full

• Be sure to check back to see the status of your application

3SEND OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS

• Have your official transcript(s) sent from your high school, college and/or university to the Admissions Office (See below for: mail, fax, email)

• If additional documents are required to complete your file, you will be contacted by the Admissions Office

• All applicants who submit complete applications will receive an official letter in the mail within 7-10 business days

51 Dineen Drive Fredericton, NB Canada E3B 5G3 Fax: 1 506 452 0617 Email: admissions@stu.ca

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APPLICATION STEPS4APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS & BURSARIES (BEFORE MARCH 1)

• If you wish to be considered for awards, complete your scholarship and bursary application forms found under “My Applications” in your ConnectSTU.ca account

• Submit all additional required documents to the Admissions Office (See below for: mail, fax, email)

• The deadline to apply is March 1, 2016

5APPLY FOR RESIDENCE (BEFORE APRIL 15)

• Every new undergraduate student is guaranteed a place in residence

• After you apply for admission, go to “My Applications” at the top of your connectSTU.ca account to apply for residence

• Submit your residence deposit ($300) to confirm your place in residence

• NOTE: Residence applicants who pay their residence deposits before April 15, 2016 will be given priority

6CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE & REGISTER FOR CLASSES (MAY 2016)

• Confirm your offer of admission by submitting your admission confirmation deposit ($100 for the Bachelor of Arts program) on your ConnectSTU.ca account under “My Applications, Accept Offer” or by calling the Admissions Office - 506-452-0532

• Accepted students will receive registration information in the mail in May and are invited to register for courses online or attend our May Registration Open House

51 Dineen Drive Fredericton, NB Canada E3B 5G3 Fax: 1 506 452 0617 Email: admissions@stu.ca

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NataliaGutierrezBA ’15Presented research at student conference in Dallas, TX

“I chose STU because its small size creates a sense of unity within the community.”

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USOur Admissions Counsellors can tell you what life at St. Thomas is really like, because they all graduated from St. Thomas University themselves!We have the answers to your questions and love hearing from you.

Amy MacKenzie Admissions Counselloramym@stu.ca 506-470-2708

@AMacKenzieSTU amy.mackenzie.STU

Hannah Davies Admissions Counsellorhannah@stu.ca 506-238-0871

@hannah_STU hannahdaviesSTU

Michelle Monahan Senior Admissions Counsellormichelle@stu.ca506-470-9337

@Michelle_STU MichelleMonahan.STU

Camila Vasquez International Admissions Counsellor cvasquez@stu.ca 506-470-7953

@camilav_stu camilavasquezSTU

Kaylee Moore International Admissions Counsellor kaylee@stu.ca 506-476-4537

@kayleemooreSTU kayleemooreSTU

youtube.com/StThomasUCanadafacebook.com/StThomasUCanadaInsta

@StThomasU@StThomasU

To find out who will be at your high school or in your hometown, send us an e-mail at admissions@stu.ca or call us at 506-452-0532

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Rolando HernandezFourth-Year, Economics with Business

“I always wanted an enriching and life-changing experience during my college years. My favourite part about St. Thomas is, without a doubt, the students, who are known to be highly enthusiastic, open-minded, and always ready to help. It is the experience I've shared with other students here that has made my college years unforgettable.”

CONTACT US

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admissions@stu.ca 1 506 452 05321 877 788 444351 Dineen DriveFredericton, NBCanadaE3B 5G3

STU.ca

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@StThomasU@StThomasU