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Student Services
Our Student Services team offers a wide range of accessible supports to help you succeed during your time as a CAT student and your transition to sustained employment after graduation. We’ll meet you where you are on your journey, and through a variety of services, help you realize the personal and professional future you see for yourself. Student Services also coordinates student events throughout the year including networking events and collaboration gatherings.
We’ve listed the supports we offer below. Want to know more? Please stop by Student Services and introduce yourself!
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Personal and Academic Coaching
We recognize that students often have multiple challenges in their lives, be it health, home life, personal relationships or employment. Should you have personal or academic issues that arise during your course of studies here at the College, you are strongly encouraged to make an individual coaching appointment.
These sessions can be very helpful as a sounding board, helping you to develop coping strategies and work through your challenges. Please note our team may refer you to other professional services within the community if deemed appropriate.
Career Preparation and Assistance
Through a mix of workshops, lectures and practice sessions, we’ll help you identify and leverage your strengths as you build your career plans. We even provide opportunities for you to connect with future employers.
Daily Life in Kelowna
Adjusting to life in a new city is an important part of your educational journey. Whether you’re from across the country or overseas, our goal is to support your transition and help you feel at home in Kelowna. Below are some essential services and resources to help you navigate daily life:
Transportation
Kelowna has a reliable public transit system operated by BC Transit. Students can purchase monthly bus passes at a discounted rate and plan routes using the Transit App. Bike lanes and walking paths also make active transportation a safe and convenient option.
Childcare
There are a variety of licensed childcare centres in the Kelowna area. The Kelowna Child Care Society offers a comprehensive directory of local childcare providers. We encourage students with children to register early due to high demand.
Communications
Mobile phone and internet services are widely available from providers such as Telus, Rogers, Bell, and Freedom Mobile. Prepaid and monthly plans can be set up with valid ID. Free Wi-Fi is also available on campus and at many local libraries and cafés.
Banking
Major Canadian banks such as RBC, TD Canada Trust, Scotiabank, CIBC, and BMO all have branches in Kelowna. To open an account, students will typically need to provide two pieces of identification and proof of enrollment. Some banks offer special accounts for international or post-secondary students.
Student Handbook
We want you to succeed and our helpful Student Handbook is filled with helpful advice and resources. View and download your copy with the button below!
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Student Leadership Committee
Career Preparation and Assistance
College for Arts and Technology strongly believes that students not only have a voice but should be encouraged to use it. At our campus, there is a committee that is comprised of fantastic students that meet regularly to discuss student issues and opportunities. Meetings are held at least once a month where Members of these committees share ideas around and plan events and activities that contribute to student life and industry news. The meetings are attended by a member of Student Services to provide direction or feedback as needed. SLC members take their roles very seriously and recognize they are speaking on behalf of the entire student body.
This student leadership role provides a “voice of the student” by articulating concerns, issues and opinions from a student perspective and provide feedback regarding the College’s programs, facilities, support services, campus life, and overall general effectiveness. This dedicated group of students may also take on challenges throughout the year – planning and hosting events, attending networking events in the industry, or proposing changes to the daily routine of College students. Their voices are never quiet – and we thank them for it!
How to Join The Committee:
- Q1 students can attend meetings but not participate (not official members).
- Q2 and up students must have achieved at least 80% overall in their previous quarter(s) of study.
- Students must behave ethically in all their actions and deliberations.
- Students must be in good financial standing.
- Students must complete a 200 word statement of interest.
Visit us in the Student Services department for more details on how to apply. At least four members (from at least three different programs) must be signed on for the SLC to run each quarter.
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