#Connected: A Communication Studies RLC

#Connected

An Department of Communications Residence Learning Community (RLC)

Information about the Don coming soon!  

What is #Connected?

The #Connected RLC is designed for students who have a passion for the intricate and ever-changing world of communication in social, political and cultural environments. This community will provide a special group of students with the opportunity to truly engage in their first year experience through meaningful relationships with like-minded peers, faculty, and successful alumni. Through an array of purposeful events in a dynamic environment, these students will not only increase their academic success, but they will also have the opportunity to evaluate and identify potential career paths, develop personal skills and discover exciting new interests.

In order to further engage with course material, these students will be enrolled in the same introductory course and tutorial, providing them with the opportunity to collaborate and share ideas while deepening their understanding of this complex discipline.

Connected coursework & Partners

Successful applicants will automatically be enrolled in a specific lecture and an RLC exclusive tutorial for CS100A: Intro to Media History in the Fall 2013 term and for CS101B: Mass Communication in Canada in the Winter 2014 term. These enrollments will appear on your LORIS account when you log in for the first time.

Partners

• Communication Studies Department
• Learning Services (Accessible Learning Centre, Central Academic Advising, Mathematics Assistance Centre, Study Skills & Supplemental Instruction Centre, Writing Centre)
• The  Centre for Service Learning
• Supplemental Instruction
• Career Services

Areas of focus

Sample Programs

• Faculty and Guest Speakers in residence
• Community Service initiatives
• Supplemental Instruction study workshops
• Field trips to local organizations to explore possible career paths
• Discussions about current issues pertaining to the field
• Trips to visit local organizations such as Communitech

Why live in the #Connected RLC?

“I believe that the fact that we are all in the same community helps us with studying and homework. We are always able to help one another when it comes to work. I also found that since we are so alike (i.e. personality and interests) we all tend to get along very well.”

“Living on this floor allows me to expand my knowledge by getting more information about the program with my don and floor mates.”

                                                                                                        2012-2013 RLC students

Admission criteria

Students must be willing to be automatically enrolled in CS100A in the Fall 2013 term and CS101B in the Winter 2014 term, and must agree to remain in each course for the duration of the term.

Cost

$100 payable to the Don on move-in day to cover cost of programs throughout the year