Student self check-up

This self check-up is a tool to help you find the support and resources you need for success.

Start by checking the box that best describes your biggest concern right now. You can always uncheck the box to start over.

Note: This tool does not accept submissions and therefore no data is being collected.

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Do any of these sound like you?

  • I didn’t get the grades I was hoping for last term
  • My grades were much lower than expected
  • I didn’t get the grades I need to get into the faculty I’m aiming for
  • I got a D, or more than one D grade
  • I got an F, or more than one F grade

What do you need?
It's best to connect with an academic advisor from your faculty.
Use the drop down menu on the Find Your Specialized Advisor page and select your faculty to find out how to meet with your advisor.
It's best to connect with the Academic Learning Centre (ALC).
The ALC offers writing, study skills, and content-based tutoring; workshops and group study sessions; and tip sheets to help develop and strengthen your academic skills. Check out all the Academic Learning Centre has to offer.
You can register for accessibility supports and accommodations with Student Accessibility Services.

Meet with a Case Manager to learn about available supports/ resources, and get assistance creating a support plan that meets your needs at this time. Student Support Case Management cares about your well-being, is free and confidential, and is here to connect in times of need.

Financial Aid and Awards manages $17 million dollars in scholarships and bursaries to students each year. Be sure to check their awards database for awards applicable to you.
In more urgent need? Financial Aid and Awards offers short-term emergency loans and use of the UM food bank, among other programs.
It's best to contact Career Services, which has a diverse array of expertise and tools to help you plan your career path (figure out where you degree will take you) or determine the best path for where you want to be.

Do any of these sound like you?

  • I really didn’t like one or more of the courses I took
  • I liked a course in a field that’s really different from what I planned to major in
  • My grades are higher than I expected, and now I have more options

What do you need?
It's best to connect with an academic advisor from your faculty.
Use the drop down menu on the Find Your Specialized Advisor page and select your faculty to find out how to meet with your advisor. An Academic Advisor can help you understand how the courses you have taken might work towards alternate directions.

It's best to connect with an academic advisor from your faculty and/or Career Services.

Use the drop down menu on the Find Your Specialized Advisor page and select your faculty to find out how to meet with your advisor.

You can start by Exploring Occupations online and working backwards, and by meeting with a Career Consultant to help you to identify and articulate your skills, aptitudes, values, personality traits and interests as they relate to career choices.

Career Services can help you explore meaningful ways of gaining experience that will equip you for the workplace.

Community Engaged Learning provides opportunities for you to get involved with community projects while learning and building relationships.

Do any of these sound like you?

  • I don’t know how the courses I’m picking will help me find a job
  • It’s hard for me to push forward academically when I don’t know what’s next
  • I don’t know what my options are or what degree programs will get me what I want
  • Someone else expected me to come to university and I don’t know if I want to stay here
  • I want to know where I can get the education I need that fits my learning style

What do you need?

It's best to connect with an academic advisor from your faculty.

Use the drop down menu on the Find Your Specialized Advisor page and select your faculty to find out how to meet with your advisor.

An academic advisor can help you understand your academic options and/or the degree program that you’re currently enrolled in – how the courses you’re taking fit into various paths, as well as courses you might be taking in the future.

It's best to connect Career Services and/or a career consultant.

A career consultant can help you connect a degree to employment opportunities and help you see where various academic paths may lead you on your career path.

Some jobs have very specific academic paths required, whereas others are much more flexible and have many options to get there, which may or may not require a university degree.

Do any of these sound like you?

  • I don’t feel connected with other students
  • I don’t have the same opportunity to connect with other students in class as I would have if we were in person
  • I miss informal opportunities to connect with others
  • I don’t know anybody here and feel like I have no way of meeting new people
  • My group of high school friends fell apart and I feel I have nobody anymore

What do you need?

It’s best to connect with Peer Helpers through Student Life. Peer Helpers are trained students who are there to listen and share their experiences with you. They can even help you find ways to meet new people and get involved on campus.

Join the CEL Virtual Community Centre, developed to create an online space where students can help others and find community.

There are also countless UMSU Student Groups and Student Associations to connect with. Check the UM Student Communities page too.

International Centre has opportunities for you to learn more about adapting to Canadian culture and meet other students from around the world.

Indigenous Student Centre has opportunities to get involved with the Indigenous community on campus.

Peer support:
  • Peer Helpers: Consider connecting with a Peer Helper through Student Life. Peer Helpers are trained students who are there to listen and share their experiences with you.
  • Mentoring Programs: Joining a mentoring program is a great way to connect with other students (whether you’re the one giving or receiving the support).
  • UMSU Student Groups: There are countless clubs on campus for students with common interests ranging from a hobby or social cause, to religion or culture, and more.
Professional support:

There are lot of places to help you find connection with the U of M community. Learn about our student communities online.

Student Life is a good place to connect with if you’re not sure where to start. A staff member or Peer Helper can help you navigate the various options available to you.

Community Engaged Learning can help you learn about community while actively getting involved in community projects.

UMSU Student Groups & Student Associations are a great way to get connected with other university students.

Do you need urgent support? The University offers services that can help. 

Connect with student crisis counselling for the support you need