Archive for 2019

Saskatchewan Universities & Technical Institutes (SUTL)

Wednesday, October 16th, 2019

SUTL will be at École St. Mary High School on Thursday, October 24, 2019 to present to all grade 12 students in period 3. The hour-long presentation includes admissions information from U of S, and U of R, Sask Polytechnic, Sask Apprenticeship, and Lakeland College. SUTL will also have information booths set up in the Common over the lunch hour to meet with students individually.

Official Languages Programs

Wednesday, October 16th, 2019

Explore Youth Initiative (13-15 years old), Explore (16 years and older) and Destination Clic,offer youth the opportunity to travel and learn French. The deadlines to apply are February 15, 2020 (Explore) and March 31, 2020 (Destination Clic). Information brochures are available on the websites https://www.myexplore.ca/en/ and https://www.destinationclic.ca/fr/

U of S Scholarships & Awards

Tuesday, October 8th, 2019

Students entering the U of S are eligible for numerous scholarships and awards. Students can see Mrs. Rapin in Student Services if they have any questions.

1)     Guaranteed Entrance Scholarships – Students will be considered for a Guaranteed Entrance Scholarship when they apply for admissions. These scholarships recognize academic achievements and are awarded based on the calculated admission average.

2)     Best and Brightest Entrance Scholarships – (Apply for admissions by Dec 1 & Apply for awards by Dec 15) These include USask’s highest valued, renewable entrance scholarships and are awarded based on academics, leadership and contributions to school and community life. These scholarships require the submission of a separate awards application after students apply for admissions.

3)     Competitive Entrance Awards – (Apply for admissions by Feb 15 & Apply for awards by March 1) These include numerous scholarships and bursaries that can be accessed by many students with diverse experiences. Applicants can be considered based on academic achievement, financial need and/or contributions to school and community life. All entering students are encouraged to apply.

U of S Early Admissions

Tuesday, October 8th, 2019

Students applying to earn a Bachelor of EducationBachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Bachelor of Science in Animal Bioscience are encouraged to apply by December 1st, 2019 for early admission for the 2020 Fall Term in September. Students must submit transcripts and supporting documents by December 1 for early admission.

U of S Applications for 2020-2021

Tuesday, October 8th, 2019

Applications for the 2020-21 academic year are now open! Visit the admissions website to explore the academic programs that USask offers in more than 150 areas of study. Review the step-by-step instructions on how to apply and direct any questions to the Prospective Student Services Office at admissions@usask.ca or (306) 966-5788.

U of S Music Open House

Thursday, October 3rd, 2019

Grade 11 or 12 students who are interested in studying music at the University of Saskatchewan are invited to attend an open house on Friday, October 4th. Please contact Mrs. Skomorowski for more information and registration details. 

U of S Open House

Friday, September 20th, 2019

Any student who wants to attend the University of Saskatchewan Open House on Friday, September 27th, 2019 needs to pre-register online at explore.usask.ca  Online registration closes Monday September 23, 2019. Register early as sessions fill up quickly! Throughout the day, students will:

  • Explore the campus and faculties
  • Take part in hands-on activities
  • Meet University staff and faculty
  • Speak with current students about the U of S experience

After registering, please see Mrs. Rapin or Mrs. Dauk in Student Services if you want to book a spot on the bus ($10.00).

ScholarTree Scholarships

Tuesday, June 11th, 2019

Students are encouraged to view the various scholarships available on the Summer Scholarship List for ScholarTree. As well, students may create an account and search for additional scholarships at ScholarTree.ca.

Most Gentlemanly Award and Deportment Award

Tuesday, May 28th, 2019

“The recipient of this award displays the words and actions of the following criteria: is welcoming and inclusive, is non-judgmental, and is respectful of self, other students, and staff.” A nomination form is available at the library or at http://bit.ly/SMHSGradAwards on the school’s career website. Nomination forms are due at the library office by Friday, May 31st at 3:30 p.m. Students will vote in class Monday, June 3rd – Friday, June 7th.

U of S U-Start Registration Workshops

Tuesday, May 7th, 2019

U of S is offering in-person and online events in May and June to help newly admitted University of Saskatchewan students get ready for registering for classes. At U-Start, students will learn:

  • how to choose and register for classes,
  • how they can get a head start,
  • where they can get help, and
  • what they need to know before September.

One of the U-Start workshops will be held in Prince Albert on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 (6 p.m. – 8 p.m.). You must register online. See Mrs. Rapin in student services for additional information. A full list of U-Start events and other details are available online and students are encouraged to sign up at:  usask.ca/ustart.