Alexander College - Burnaby Campus Burnaby, Canada Students.

Alexander College - Burnaby Campus Students

At Alexander College, our primary aim is to provide students with an excellent learning experience. Research and experience have shown that students who make use of learning support services tend to perform better in their academic studies. The reason is relatively simple: learning support services help students become better learners.

Moreover, Alexander College remains committed to improving the student holistically through empowerment, engagement and lifelong learning. We provide numerous services at both campuses designed to help all students. Regardless of their current abilities, academic or otherwise, we aim to enhance existing skills and develop new strategies for successfully navigating the Canadian post-secondary education system and society as a whole.

As such, the Student Support Division at Alexander College, employs the following Mission Statement and Core Themes as its guiding principles to ensure positive student outcomes:

Mission:

The Student Support Division at Alexander College strives to holistically enable and empower students through equitable access to educational resources and services, supporting students in personal and professional development while maintaining an inclusive and positive environment.

Core themes:

1. Student empowerment and success
2. Inclusivity and accessibility
3. Community building and outreach
4. Engagement and citizenship

Alexander College students are able to access a variety of free support services at both campuses.
 

Library: Stocked with a constantly growing and dynamic list of print publications, and a click away from access to literally millions of subscription online articles, ebooks, films and many other electronic resources, our libraries at both campuses are the ideal place to help you pursue your many interests and to get started on projects and assignments for your courses.

Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (SRR): The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities at Alexander College operates in a fair and just manner by upholding the institution’s values and guaranteeing that all students have an equal opportunity to thrive academically. We offer support services to create a positive and equitable learning environment for all students while upholding their rights and responsibilities. Students can contact us with questions regarding accommodations, appeals, bereavement requests, deferrals and complaints. Among other administrative matters, the SRR also oversees both behavioral and academic aspects of Student Conduct and disciplinary processes.

Student Services: Whether you’re an incoming, current, or departing student at Alexander College, the Student Services department can help you identify academic concerns, access academic and emotional support services, and offer opportunities to help prepare you for experiences beyond Alexander College.

Academic Advising: Academic Advising is much more than simply helping you choose the right courses for graduation. Our Academic Advisors can assist you with identifying your academic interests and preferences. As well, they can help you learn new strategies to overcome the challenges you face in your academic career.
 

IT Helpdesk Support: The IT Helpdesk supports Alexander College students with basic troubleshooting questions about their computers and software issues.

Career Advising: Resume writing help, job search, helpful web resources, job boards, and volunteer opportunities...

Peer Mentorship: Designed to help new students achieve academic success and to encourage their personal and professional growth...