Renovated Pitman Hall Apartments

The Pitman Hall apartments have received some renovations in preperation of the 2012-2013 new residents! Take a look at the changes!

We look forward to seeing you on August 26th!

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First Round Of Offers is Out

Today marks our first round of offers for residence rooms! Make sure to check your email for additional information and check out this Residence Offer Information Guide. This document will have detailed information on how to accept your offer and next steps.

If you were placed on our waitlist- don't fret! The second round of offers will be going out on July 18th!

Feel free to call or email our office with any questions,
416-979-5284, housing@ryerson.ca

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Ryerson Application for 2012-2013 is Open!

Are you a incoming 1st year Ryerson student? Interested in living in residence? Our application is open! Apply here:http://www.ryerson.ca/studentservices/housing/resadmissions/onlineapplication/index.html by June 6th to be considered on time!

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Ryerson Residence Learning Circles Experience

In Winter 2012, in an effort to support our students on academic probation, learning circles were created. Students could opt-in to the programming and began to learn more about themselves and met other students who were facing similar academic, personal and transition challenges. Throughout the six week program, we explored creative problem solving, time and task management, focusing on your strengths, tips and tricks for studying, career aspiration, being and using your network and what it meant to pursue your passion. As the semester has come to a close, it was important that each student reflect on what they learned, experience and how they grew during their second semester. Below is a letter from a student sharing their Learning Circle Experience.

Ryerson Residence Learning Circles Experience

After coming back from Christmas break and the fall semester of 2011, I learned that I was on probation for having not reached the required 2.0 grade point average. This learning circle is in some ways like the "get clear" program for all Ryerson students but this program is specific to students in residence. My first meeting involved us "unpacking" what went wrong in first semester so I could figure out how to do it right in second semester and reach or exceed the required GPA.

Through this hour long meeting I learned that being able to do well as a first year student doesn't just mean studying like crazy and never having any fun, it was almost the opposite. Having moved to Toronto, right from high school and being away from my parents for the first time made first semester difficult. I had never lived away from my family before and they are a big part of my life. I was also having some difficulty finding some good friends. The program I am in is very demanding and so I always wanted to make sure I had time to complete my work; so I stayed in a lot. I'm not a big partier either, so trying to find friends who were in the same boat as I was wasn't so great. These were some of the things we discussed during the meeting.

In this meeting we also discussed what I felt I did really well versus what I know I could have done better at and improved upon. I also mention what made me excel and what prevented me from doing my best. We came up with a spread sheet where I could insert all of my grades for each mark I received to know the exact marks I was getting so I would know when I needed to step it up or when I was doing just fine.

Because I was having some difficulty making friends I was directed to the Ryerson Student Union's student groups. These groups range from ethnicity, to religious groups, international relations, program related groups, and more. These groups gave me something to do besides school, allowing me to step away from my work. which actually helped me to improve! I ended up making some great friendships that I hope to continue on to next school year.

Through meeting on a weekly basis to keep my on track the learning circles helped me to get back on track, feel better about being in a new place and make some long lasting friendships!

Annual Student Leader Appreciation Banquet 2011-2012

Ryerson Student Housing Services held their annual Student Leader Appreciation Banquet on  April 14^th, 2012 to recognize and thank all of the student leaders who contribute to residence at Ryerson. 

Award winners include:

Partner of the year awards are presented to individuals that each team created a strong partnership and bound with, and ensuring the team had achieved success in their position.

Academic Link Partner of the Year: Joanna Holt, Counselling & Student Development

Residence Advisor Partner of the Year: Nick Asquini, Ryerson Athletics and Recreation

Residence Service Desk Partner of the Year: Bill Oosterholt, Ryerson Security & Emergency Services

Team Player of the year awards are presented to individuals on each team who were identified as most exemplifying team spirit and going over and beyond their responsibilities to contribute to the team.

Residence Advisor Team Player of the Year: Trevor Coll

Academic Link Team Player of the Year: Zachary Parkhurst

Residence Service Desk team Player of the Year: Tucker Vendrig

Program of the Year for Section and Residence Wide are presented to the programs that developed, marketed and run a outstanding and successful program in either their section or the residence as a whole.

Program of the Year- Section: Google Docs

Program of the Year- Residence Wide: Rez Cup

Listed below are this year’s individual awards with recipients;

Ted Brock Award recognizes an upper-year O’Keefe House residence who has made great contributions to the Housing during their time there, the recipient this year was Dakota Leslie and Allyn Palmer.

Julia Louie- Memorial Award is presented annually to a Residence Student Leader who has demonstrated exceptional devotion and exemplifies a position attitude, the recipient this year was Patricia Skagen-Emokpae.

Marion Creery Residence & Campus Life Award is presented to a residence student leader that has displayed a passion, energy and commitment to connect the residence community to campus life. The recipient this year was Abby Davis.

Brian Muscat First Year Student Leader Award is presented to a new leader who has demonstrated strong leadership, an excellent ability to connect with their peers and has gone above and beyond their duties to improve the residence community or the student experience. The recipient this year was Alishia Liolli &Zachery Parkhurst

Liza Nassim Returning Student Leader of the Year Award is presented to a residence student leader who has lead by example, been a excellent role model to other student leaders and has made a lasting contribution to residence and campus life at Ryerson. The recipient this year was Mhairi Treharne.

We would like to take the opportunity again to thank all of our student leaders and congratulate the winners on their achievements.

Living Learning Communities (LLC) Recap 11-12

This year I had the opportunity to be a part of the community service living and learning community. Members of this community held meetings on a regular basis to discuss, plan, and implement residence wide events aimed at building a sense of community within residence and encouraging people living in residence to contribute to raising awareness and funds for causes that affect the lives of many people in our community. Some of the events that the community service LLC was a part of this year included: Post Secret, Trick-or-eat, Project Stache, the Movember Gala, Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction, Jump Rope for Heart, and Speed Friending.

Being a part of the community service LLC greatly impacted my experience as a first year university student living in residence. As someone who participated in a lot of volunteer work in high school and took on various leadership roles in the past, it gave me the chance to continue doing this in a new setting with ease, simply by stating on my application form that I was someone interested in community service work. Through the LLC I was able to quickly find a place within residence where I felt like I belonged and was accepted and appreciated for what I had to offer to the residence community. I was given the opportunity to collaborate with an amazing group of hard working people all whom shared the goal of contributing to the betterment of our community and those in it. The people I worked with in the community service LLC continued to be a tremendous support system for me throughout my first year of university.

The LLC had a great year and worked hard to make a difference, growing closer as a group of friends as time passed. The people that I had the opportunity to meet, and the events I had the opportunity to participate in through the LLC will make up a large part of the memories I will recall when I think about my first year at Ryerson University. To any future first year students planning to live in residence, I would strongly recommend joining either the community service LLC or one of the many other LLC groups that Ryerson University has to offer. You will meet wonderful people in the process and definitely will not regret taking that chance.

- Alicia Rowley

OVPS Student Leadership & Faculty Partnership Awards

Abby Davis, Trevor Coll, Gloria Eid and Manish Rathore were four of twelve Ryerson students recognized by the university this past Monday, March 19 for their outstanding community and campus contributions.

The Student Leadership Awards provide staff in the Vice Provost, Students division with an opportunity to recognize students that have taken on the challenge of being a leader by acknowledging their growth and celebrating their achievements. Student leadership comes in many forms and is acknowledged not only at Ryerson, but in the student's communities. Recipients of this award will have shown a high level of commitment, lead by example, shown initiative and made a strong contribution to their community within Ryerson and beyond.

Abby was recognized for her ongoing commitment to the Ryerson Residence community. The capstone to her experience at Ryerson is her current role as the Academic Link - LLC student leader who works with the Faculty of Community Services LLC. Manish was acknowledged for his dynamic leadership as the Engineering Academic Link, role as a Tri-Mentor & the numerous committees he sits on across campus. Trevor has gone above and beyond in his role as the student leader for the Healthy Living LLC. He has created strong partnerships across campus and is a dedicated staff member to the students who live in his section. Finally, Ms. Gloria Eid, the sole recipient of a community development award from the SHS team was recognized for continued development of the Student Leader Program, creation of the leadership conference for first year students and creativity in bringing new sites of leadership into Residence.

Dr. L. La Frenz

Developed to recognize a Faculty member that has proven themselves a key player in promoting and supporting student leadership education and development. The recipient of the award is a faculty member that has played an important role in enabling and guiding students in their professional and personal development within the scope of student leadership. The faculty member's efforts must be in some way affiliated with a department within the Vice Provost Students portfolio.

Dr. LaFrenz has served as the faculty advisor for the Fashion Living Learning Community located in both Pitman Hall and the ILLC. Dr. La Frenz has been an incredible resource to the Academic Link -LLC leader in offering extra support for unique programming and assisting the AL in hosting the first faculty dinner in residence. The academic programming team is certainly indebted to Lu Ann's contribution in bridging living and learning together in the residence space! Thank you, Lu Ann!

From left to right: Abby, Trevor and Manish received OVPS Student Leadership Awards and far right, Gloria received a Community Development Award. Also, pictured is Dr. L. La Frenz, Associate Professor and Program Director for the Fashion Design Program named the inaugural recipient of the Faculty Partner Award.

Amazing Race - Healthy Living LLC Style!

 

On Saturday March 3rd, 8 teams met to compete in The Amazing Race, Rez Edition. The race, modelled after the popular series, residence teams around Toronto to complete challenges, navigate locations and beat out other team for a cash prize. After hours of tension building, heart-pounding racing, Patricia and Sydney from Pitman 4 took home the prize. Without the assistance of Pit 3 LLC Healthy Active Living as well as staff volunteers, this event would not have been possible.  During Winter Semester, the Healthy Living Community is dedicating their programming efforts to engage other students in an active lifestyle.  This includes inviting different communities and floors to attend after hour gym events with the LLC.

 

 

Thanks to the Healthy Living Learning Community for motivating us to keep active and to learn more about Toronto!

Guest Blog from the Residence Life Conference-#studentleaders

If you had asked me five years ago, who a leader was, I would have give you examples like Gandhi, Jack Layton, Mother Theresa and other countless famous names. If at the same time, you would have told me that five years later I would be brushing shoulders with some of Canada’s best and strongest leaders, I would have chuckled and tried to think of what kind of a contest I had entered to get me to the All Stars game, a political conference, or a Nobel Peace Prize ceremony.

Looking back on this weekend, I truly believe that I was in the presence of some of the strongest, passionate and motivating student leaders in the country. The Residence Life Conference 2012 at Trent University was one of the best experiences of my academic career. The conference was attended by post-secondary schools across the country including the University of British Columbia, University of Manitoba, Bishops and of course, Ryerson University. All the delegates were in one way or another involved in Student Housing Services including Student Affair professionals. As a third year residence advisor, I was overwhelmed with the opportunity to learn, grow and educate other student leaders. What was really unique about this group of student leaders was how mature and enthusiastic about their work they really are. A friend of mine once said, “When you do what you love, you will never work a day in your life,” and I feel like this quote embodies each of these student leaders. On top of school, they balance their social lives and this job and guide these undergraduates through some of the most life changing and memorable moments of their lives.

Back in November, another residence advisor and I had submitted a proposal for the conference on how to market the skills we learn from this job and how you can use social media to enhance and separate yourself from the other candidates. Along with another proposal from two residence life staff, both our proposals were accepted. My supervisor put together a delegation of 6 student leaders and we were off!

When we arrived in Peteborough, we settled into our accommodations and went straight to the university campus to register and meet the other delegates. When we arrived at the headquarters for the weekend-long conference we spent the evening introducing ourselves and explaining/promoting our presentation to other student leaders. The energy in the hall was constantly pumped and 5 minutes wouldn’t go by without a school cheering off against another school or “winding each other’s toys” (a Guelph tradition). The beauty with working in residence life is that leaders are fearless, easily approachable and always willing to lend an ear to listen. By the end of the night, I was so overwhelmed by all the people I had met in such a short amount of time. These individuals were so strong and I began to get a bit nervous about my presentation for the following day. What if we didn’t keep their attention? What if they already knew all this information? What if they didn’t want to participate in our activities? All these questions going through my head were immediately dismissed when I realized who we would be presenting to…

The following morning we were up at 6 am to get ready and organize all our equipment for the presentation. After a short drive, we got to the conference and before we even had a chance to open the doors, the Trent team had the doors wide open and were cheering for us and welcoming us back. Not within 100 meters, the Guelph delegates were cheering for our arrival, spirit fingers and all. The rest of the day was filled with five student run seminars- including the two Ryerson teams. The Ryerson team split up so we could experience a diversity of seminars.

When our time finally came to present, I was overwhelmed with the lack of empty chairs. The entire presentation went fantastic and the leaders were engaged, asking questions, and just overall really interested with our presentation. After we finished, half a dozen delegates came up to my partner and I asking for copies of our presentation to bring back to their team and even present us with gifts on behalf of their delegations thanking us for our contribution that weekend. Just like our presentation, the other Ryerson presentation also went flawless. The focus of their presentation was on the importance of being a follower. The leaders loved the presentation and I was so proud that I had an opportunity to work with them on a regular basis. Pride was coming out of every pore in my body. The rest of the evening was filled with other amazing presentations and personal experiences from their jobs as staff at other universities. Conferences like these are ideal because you learn how each system is different and how lucky we are that we have such a tight community and team at Ryerson. The evening closed with a dinner banquet and dance.

On the last day, we had a final opportunity to network and meet other professionals in housing across the country and listen to opportunities available for post-graduate or entry level positions. I met some of the strongest professionals who have been involved with student affairs in one way or another for years. I would never be able to experience a chance like this if it weren’t for this conference and especially for Ryerson Student Housing Services for sending me.

One thing I took away from this conference was how my idea of leaders had changed over the weekend. A leader isn’t someone who get awards or is known worldwide. Leaders are present in our everyday lives and Residence Life Staff are some of the strongest leaders I know. I can’t think of any other students who are better multi-tasker’s, balancers, counselors’, students, problem solvers, programmers, marketing promoter, safety enforcers and friends. We go above and beyond what is asked of us and the reason behind it is simple- the students. This conference couldn’t do a better job of illustrating just that. All these things reinforce my mantra:

“When you love what you do, you will never work a day in your life.”

Heather Sadkowski

Random Acts of Kindness Week : Spread the love.

Have you ever had someone hold the door open for you or help you carry your groceries to your car?  What about you? Have you ever smiled at a stranger as they were walking by or given someone your seat on the TTC? Performing random acts of kindness is a phenomenon that has been around for a while. This year, the week of February 13 to February 17 is known as Random Acts of Kindness Week. It is meant to highlight the kind acts that people do for each other every day as well as to encourage others be more benevolent.

 

Throughout this week, students in residence at Ryerson University will be encouraged to perform kind acts for one another. With various activities being organized by the staff, students will be invited to participate in acts, such as displaying their random acts of kindness in the building lobby and pinning sweet messages on strangers.

 

In addition, members of the Residence Life Team will be handing out free stuff to students on different days during the week in the Pitman lobby to further help promote what this week is about.

 

Ryerson residents, let’s spread the love by giving. 

Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction: Upping the Ante

The Residence Life Team at Ryerson University is planning to hold their fourth annual Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction on the evening of Saturday, March 3, 2012. The Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction is one of Ryerson Residence’s largest residence-wide events. The annual event aims to support a charity of choice by raising money through having staff and students volunteer themselves to be “auctioned” off. Residents will place bids on so-called “bachelors” and “bachelorettes” and the winning bidder will be rewarded a free or discounted “date” with the bachelor/bachelorette he/she has bid on. Various local businesses, such as restaurants, coffee shops and movie theaters, donate gift cards or coupons for their service or attraction as prizes for the event.

 

This year, all the proceeds from the event will be donated to Covenant House (www.covenanthouse.ca), Canada’s largest youth shelter. Homelessness is an issue that is very prominent in downtown Toronto and the students living in Ryerson’s residences hope to contribute to the cause to house homeless youth. Typically, the event has raised approximately $1, 200.

 

The event will have a casino theme and carries the subtitle, “Upping the Ante.” The auction will begin at 7PM and is being catered by Sensational Catering. Please join us on this day to support the students and Covenant House. 

Academic Link, Alexandre Brandt receives 2012 Peer Mentor Award

On Thursday, January 26, 2012 four international students received a Salad King International Student Award.  As a residence community, we are thrilled to highlight the work of Alexandre Brandt, a 3rd year film student and second year academic link is this year's recipient of the Peer Mentor Award.

 The Salad King International Student Awards are sponsored by Mr. Ernest and Mrs. Linda Liu, owners of the popular Salad King Restaurant.   The Salad King International Student Awards focus on recognizing international student leadership during their time at Ryerson.  By establishing the annual Salad King International Student Awards, Ernest and Linda Liu demonstrate that Ryerson's neighbours can make a difference in the lives of international students.

Alexandre was recognized as a strong role model by both the Academic Link team as well his students. He displays that he cares deeply about his academic success and encourages others to take their academics seriously.   He is passionate about art, good food and making others aware of his Swiss heritage and global experiences.   He has an open heart and is willing to share stories about his life in Switzerland as well as his many travel adventures from around the world.   He encourages his peers to dig deeper and feel inspired by what they do and who they are. Students have come to respect Alexandre for his opinions, creativity and support.  This year, Alexandre has led several groups of Image Arts students to the AGO and ROM to assist them in gaining an early start on a project due in their second term.  This summer, he will invite other students to join him in Italy at a music festival that he films annually to gain a rich experience abroad.  In addition to his work in Student Housing Services, Alexandre also received the award for his scholastic achievements.  His nomination was also supported by Professor Brian Damude, Chair of Image Arts, who spoke highly of this Alexandre's academic achievements over the course of the past two years.

Please join us in celebrating the work of our campus partners and Ryerson neighbours!  Thank you to Salad King and the International Student Services for highlighting the exceptional campus and community involvement of International Students.   


 Congrats, Alexandre!

RUamped Blog – Christine Diamantopoulos

On the first night of the RUamped conference, walking into a room filled with a bunch of students who didn’t know each other, I never would have expected to walk out the next day feeling really great and having created awesome relationships with a ton of new people.

The first night’s activities were only warm up for what part two of the conference had in store for us student leaders. We warmed up to each other with some icebreaker games, making it feel like leadership camp, which I guess it kind of was.  The keynote speaker was really impressive. It was amazing to see how a genre of music could really instill hope into someone’s life and lead them on a completely different life path.

Overall, day one was a success, and very relaxed compared to day two. Day two was intense and emotional, but also a really good experience.

In four presentations, we learned about how not to use digital media (basically a reminder to not put party pictures on Facebook), we learned how to work together with people who’s personalities may clash, about the importance of diversity, and understanding that there is a lot more to every person than meets the eye.

For me, the biggest thing that I gained was a connection to new people. In the Breakthrough presentation, you could literally feel tension and emotions floating in the room. It was a crazy experience. People were getting deep with each other, and we talked about things that normally we wouldn’t want to share with the general public. We all stepped outside of our comfort zones, and at first it was hard, but an amazing change was felt afterwards. We were all connected to each other because we then were able to understand that everyone has an untold story that has affected their life.

After RUamped, I feel inspired to become a better and stronger leader, and really understand the quote “There is no one you can’t love after you’ve heard their story.” Those just might be the truest words ever spoken, and words that everyone should learn to understand.

SHS Student Leader Hiring for 2012-2013

Are you interested in contributing to the residence community? Find the job that's right for you!

There are over 100 student leader positions with Student Housing Services. The majority of our positions also include a guaranteed space in residence, but if you're living off-campus we also have opportunities for you.

Check out: www.ryerson.ca/housing for more information!

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Get ready for Ryerson's first ever residence student conference!

 The Ryerson AMPED Student Leadership Conference is geared toward all first-year students who are Action-Minded-People-Empowered to Dream and are interested in developing their leadership abilities. Facilitated by on-campus student leaders, this conference will provide participants the experience to partake in a variety of hands-on informative sessions and engaging group activities meant to AMPlify their leadership skills.

Why should you attend?

If you are interested in getting more involved in student leader opportunities on campus, such as in residence or in student groups and unions, it is highly encouraged that you attend!

As you apply for summer jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities, it’s important to have something that distinguished you from other applicants. AMPED is what you need! Each participant will take away with them a certificate of completion, an excellent leadership experience, and some new friends!

When is the conference?

The AMPED conference is being held at various locations on campus, beginning on January 13^th at 4:00 pm and closing on January 14^th, 2012 at 9:00 pm.

What is the cost?

Conference cost is $20.00, which includes admission to the two-day event, meals for the weekend, an AMPED t-shirt, and a participant appreciation bag with lots of cool swag.

To register for this conference, please visit www.ruamped.com and complete the registration form. The charge for the conference will be uploaded to your RAMSS account shortly after.

Questions?

Email: get.amped@ryerson.ca

Facebook Group: RU AMPED Student Leadership Conference

Twitter: @RUAmped

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Recognizing Success: Residence Student Leaders Scholastic Achievements

As a department, we would like to highlight the achievements of our residence student leaders.  This fall, six staff members of the Residence Life Team were presented various awards from their faculty.   Please join us in congratulating the following students on their individual successes! 

Lucy Martin, RTA
Sony of Canada Charitable Foundation Scholarship

Open to students currently enrolled in third year as full-time students in the School of Radio and Television Arts program and have a clear academic standing; Must have the highest cumulative GPA at the end of the second year.

Mark Corrigan, GCM
Cliff Hawes Memorial Scholarship

Awarded to a student in the second or third year of the Graphic Communications Management Program who best exemplifies true Ryerson spirit through scholarship, leadership, initiative and deportment. 

Max Martin, Film Universal Studios Canada Scholarships in Filmmaking
For the best overall film production and highest overall academic achievement.

Stephen Jackson, RTS
The Matthew Sweet Award also known as "The Get Up and Giv'r" Award

Each year there are first year students who demonstrate a special aptitude for the program, and who take on any task with a positive attitude, as well as working to forge relationships with fellow students. The award will be given to the returning first year (now second year) student who has demonstrated that they have what it takes to thrive in the Theatre School.

Trevor Coll RTA, Radio and Television Arts Phyllis Switzer Memorial Award for Leadership and Academic Excellence

To a student entering the first year of the program full time; academic proficiency; proven management and leadership skills in human resources management, through volunteer teamwork/student council work/community involvement; demonstrated financial need; and other factors.

Zachary Parkhurst - Academic Achievement Award: Acting

This is awarded for academic proficiency and students with the highest CGPA in their 2nd, 3rd and 4th year in each program

30 HOUR FAMINE Be inspired. Be involved. Be hungry.

On Friday, November 25^th Ryerson residence students will participate in the 30 Hour Famine. The 30 Hour Famine is an event that was first initiated by World Vision. World Vision is a Christian organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. The 30 Hour Famine is the world's biggest youth fundraiser.

 

During this event, participants will fast for 30 hours in an effort to raise money to help countries in need around the world. The money raised will help impoverished communities access clean water and food. In addition, the funds will also go towards developing educational and child protection programs. As an example, last year, millions of dollars were raised by Famine supporters and some of it went towards feeding thousands of starving children in Uganda by providing agricultural education and farming tools to 800 families. 

Some of the activities that will take place during the 30 hours include:  board and video games, movies, Famine trivia and going to Nathan Philips Square to watch the Cavalcade of Lights. In addition, the lower gym in Kerr Hall has been booked for participants to use on the Saturday from 2-4PM. There will water and juices available plus a can’t-miss pizza party at the end of 30 hours. Come out for a fun filled weekend and support the cause to end Famine around the world. If you want to learn more about the cause, please visit www.famine.ca.  

WEALTH OF HEALTH: Rez Students Get the Tips on How to Stay Fit and With It

On Tuesday, November 22^nd Ryerson Student Housing will collaborate with Health Promotion to educate and inform students in residence about various health related topics relevant to them. The topics to be addressed include: drugs and alcohol, physical health, mental health and of course, sex. Interactive activities will be used to engage students in learning about the effects of alcohol and stress. From answering trivia questions to walking around wearing beer goggles, students will have a chance to learn about issues affecting one’s health through conversations as well as life-like experiences.

 

The purpose of this event is to encourage students to maintain a healthy lifestyle amid the craziness of their school schedule. This health fair will also teach students strategies and methods for how they can be more in control of their personal well-being.

 

Students will not only learn how to improve their mental and physical health, but they will also be taught how to engage in other activities generally tied to the lifestyle of an undergrad in healthy ways. If you are a student feeling weighed down by the burden of your books or need tips on how to know your limit, come out to the Pitman lobby on Tuesday between the hours of 6:30 and 8:30 PM and get with it.

SHS

Emergency Water Shut-Down ILLC

Thursday Nov 3rd, 2011, 4:21pm

Student Housing Services would like to thank you for your patience and understanding over the ILLC emergency water shut-down today.

We experienced a sewage back-up last night due to the building piping shifting away from the city sewage line. The water was shutdown at that point to stop the flooding that occurred in the main floor of the ILLC.

Update: At this point, we are hopeful to have the repairs and the water back on by this evening.

In preparation for the water being turned back on, please be sure to switch any bathroom sink taps and/or tub taps to the off position, including lounge sink taps to ensure we do not have a second flood. RA's will be inspecting each residence room in the ILLC to ensure that all taps have been turned off when the water is shut back on.

For the time being, there is bottled water available at the ILLC residence service desk should you require it.

As a reminder ILLC students have been provided access to the single floors in Pitman Hall to use the common washrooms/showers.  Please show your residence identification card at the Pitman Hall residence services desk and then take the elevators to your assigned floor below:

ILC 2, 3 & 4 -  Use Pitman 6

ILC 4 & 5 - Use Pitman 7

ILC 6 & 7 - Use Pitman 8

ILC 7 & 8 - Use Pitman 9

ILC 9 & 10 - Use Pitman 10

ILC 10 & 11 - Use Pitman 11

Please be careful while walking in the ILLC first floor/lobby as there are lots of equipment around that could pose as a tripping hazard.

The Pitman Cafeteria and Pit-110 are open spaces close to a washroom that students are more than welcome to occupy until the water has been turned back on.

Update: Domestic water was restored to the ILLC at 6:15pm Thursday Nov 3rd, 2011.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our office at housing@ryerson.ca, 416-979-5284 or visit Pit-100

Student Housing Services

BLUEPRINTS FOR CHANGE – RYERSON RESIDENCE EDITION: The Discussion on Ending Violence against Women

TORONTO, ON – On Tuesday, October 11^th and for the two following consecutive Tuesdays, residents from Pitman Hall, ILLC and O’Keefe House will participate in a discussion led by Jeff Perera, Co-Chairperson of the Ryerson White Ribbon Campaign, about men, women, the pressures that we all face and how it affects our lives and relationships. This engaging multimedia presentation will invite students to think about gender issues, the pressures that men and women face on a daily basis and how they can make a difference.

 

Blueprints for Change is an event that was first launched in 2010 and proved to be a huge success in its pilot year. During this hour-and-a-half session, students will also talk about the realities for women across campus and across the world, what Homophobia and Transphobia have to do with violence against women and most importantly, how we can become a part of the solution. Men are especially encouraged to attend.

 

This free event will take place on Tuesdays, October 11^th, 18^th and 25^th at 7PM in the Marion Creery Community Room (2^nd floor of Pitman Hall).

 

The Ryerson White Ribbon Campaign works to end gender-based violence and act towards change for both men and women.

 

Ryerson Residence, LET’S TALK!