Centre for Teaching Excellence
Student ResourcesWhether you’re a first-year student or nearing graduation, CapU offers a wide range of student resources to support your success, both academically and personally. Here’s a quick guide to some of the services available to you:
1. Academic Support Services
Struggling with a tough course or need help fine-tuning your essays? CapU provides tutoring services and access to the Writing Centre, where you can work with experienced tutors to strengthen your skills. Don’t forget to visit the Library for research help and access to countless academic resources.
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2. Student Digital Ambassadors
Struggling to work with the educational technology in your course? The Student Digital Ambassadors (SDA) provide peer-to-peer support for students navigating the online environment and the educational technology tools used at CapU.
Find out more about the SDA
2. Health & Wellness
Taking care of your mental and physical health is crucial to your academic success. CapU’s Health Services offers free counseling, mental health workshops, and medical services on campus. If you’re looking to get active, check out the Fitness Centre and intramural sports programs.
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3. Financial Aid & Awards
Worried about tuition costs? The Financial Aid Office can help you navigate scholarships, bursaries, and student loans. CapU also offers emergency financial support for students in urgent need.
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4. Career Development Centre
Start preparing for life after university with the Career Development Centre. From resume workshops to job postings and career counseling, this service helps you plan for a successful transition into the workforce.
Visit the Career Development Centre
5. Accessibility Services
CapU is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment for all students. The Accessibility Services team offers support for students with disabilities, including academic accommodations, assistive technology, and learning resources.
Accessibility Services Details
6. Indigenous Student Services
If you identify as Indigenous, the Kéxwusm-áyakn Student Centre is a welcoming space for cultural support, community events, and connection to resources tailored to your needs.
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Capilano University is named after Chief Joe Capilano, an important leader of the Squamish (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh) Nation of the Coast Salish people. We respectfully acknowledge that our campuses are located on the unceded sovereign Indigenous Nations of Lil’wat, xʷməθkʷəy̓əm(Musqueam), Shíshálh (Sechelt), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh(Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh).
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