Community Engagement Opportunities at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´
You can compliment your studies within the minor by participating in many of the community engagement opportunities that ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ has to offer. ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ University offers many enriching experiences that you can partake in on and off campus. Your participation in these activities can be recorded in your Co-Curricular Record (CCR). The Co-Curricular Record System is a way to record and encourage student involvement in activities within the ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Community. The CCR can be extremely beneficial for future jobs or graduate school. Learn more here.
Below is a sample of what is offered at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ and ways to get involved within the community.
Student Experience Office (SEO)
This program is a great way to gain skills and experience while connecting to your community. You will be able to assist and build connections with organizations while supporting the Ottawa community. Learn more here.
The Community Partnership Project
The Community Partnership Project is a project-based experiential learning program that connects ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ students with community organizations (charities, non-profits, and social service organizations) in Canada. Learn more here.
The Center for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement Ojiugkwanong
Ojigkwanong is ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´’s Indigenous Centre that is open to the campus community to learn more and practice First Nations, Inuit, and Métis cultures, traditions and worldview. Learn more .
Career Services
Career Services is an on-campus center to assist with career development and employment. Learn more here.
CUSA- Service Centers and Clubs
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ University Students’ Association (CUSA) is a student-run organization that enhances the student experience at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´. CUSA offers many services and clubs that students can be a part of. CUSA offers over 250 clubs ranging from arts, leisure, sports, academic, cultural, etc..! Learn more .
Some of these clubs include:
The Mawandoseg Centre
The Mawandoseg Centre is a safe space for Indigenous students at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ and is the leading point of contact for non-Indigenous students who are looking to connect and learn more about Indigenous cultures and histories. Learn more .
The Womxn’s Centre
The Womxn’s Centre aims to be a safe space for those who identify as Womxn but also anyone interested in gender-based issues. Learn more .
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Disability Awareness Centre
The ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ Disability Awareness Centre (CDAC) provides the ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ community with social support regarding disability and accessibility. Learn more .
Gender and Sexuality Resource Centre
The Gender and Sexuality Resource Centre (GRSC) aims to be a safe space for ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ students of all gender identities and sexual orientations. Learn more .
Racialized and International Student Experience (RISE)
RISE is a lounge for ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ students of all racial, ethnic, cultural and international identities to gather, socialize and relax. Learn more .
Faculty Specific
FASS Student Ambassadors
FASS Student Ambassadors are third and fourth year Faculty of Arts Students. Being a FASS Student Ambassador helps develop your interpersonal, public speaking and networking skills. Learn more here.
International Student Services Office
The International Student Services Office (ISSO) centralizes all services for registered international students and administrates exchange programs for outgoing and incoming students. Learn more here.
Volunteer opportunities
There are many volunteer opportunities you can take part in to help welcome and support global Ravens at ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´ University! Learn more here.
Outgoing Exchange
Our Outgoing Exchange Program is a great way to study in another part of the world. This incredibly rewarding experience if offered for approximately 125 partner institutions around the world. it is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in a new community and culture. Learn more here.
Practicum Placement
ÐÓ°ÉÔ´´’s practicum placements offer students the possibility of working for one academic term in a community organization in exchange for course credit. Learn more here.