Undergraduate Academic Counselling

The Nursing Academic Counsellor plays a vital role in supporting students' progress through the program. Academic counselling is considered mandatory. I encourage students to come to Room H128, Health Sciences Addition.

Nursing Academic Counsellor
Denice Litzan
Phone: (519) 661-2111 ext. 86564
Fax: (519) 850-2413

You should consult the Academic Counsellor especially about any academic concerns, including the following:

  • Academic advice, course selection; planning for future direction
  • Course changes, withdrawals, special permissions
  • Progression requirements and mandatory withdrawal
  • Requests for academic accommodation for major illnesses or other problems that would affect your attendance and performance in courses
  • Requests for special examinations or extensions on term-work
  • Requests for Letters of Permission to attend other universities
  • Appeal procedures
  • Interpretation of Senate regulations
  • Graduation problems

Academic Appeals Information

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