UCC Student Services
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- Peer Support
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uLink Peer Support
Volunteer Peer Support Leaders Wanted
2011/2012
You are invited to apply to be a Peer Support Leader with uLink Peer Support for the academic year 2011/2012. Join our team of peer support leaders to help first years make the transition to college.
Download application form on http://www.ucc.ie/en/pass/Volunteer/
Becoming a Peer Support Leader will give you the opportunity to:
· help and guide first years in their transition to University
· provide support to first year students throughout the academic year
· increase your self-confidence
· develop personal skills such as communication, interpersonal and leadership
· your skills and motivation to help others will stand out on your CV
· contribute to improving student life in UCC
· be part of a new and exciting student-to-student service in UCC
· get to know other peer supporters and make friends
· receive a UCC peer support training and volunteering certificate
What is required of you?
· be a UCC student during the academic year 2011/2012
· meet with the PASS Coordinator to discuss becoming a peer support leader, complete 2 days peer support leader training and another days training for orientation in September
· be peer support leader to first year students throughout their first year in UCC, may include group or one-to-one contact
· attend regular (2 hours per month) group reflective learning meetings, facilitated by the Student Counselling and Development PASS Coordinator through which further training and personal support will be available to you
Peer Support training will cover such topics as:
· effective listening
· communication skills
· leadership skills
· roles, boundaries, confidentiality and referral skills
· being an effective peer support leader in various situations
· speaking confidently
Please download and complete the application form on http://www.ucc.ie/en/pass/Volunteer/ if you are interested in joining the team!
Closing date for applications is end January 2011
If you require any further information, please contact Claire Dunne, PASS Coordinator by email pass@ucc.ie or on 021 420 5188 or check out www.ucc.ie/en/pass.
- Access Office
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UCC Access Office
- Accommodation Office
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Link to UCC Accommodation Office
- Admissions Office
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Link: Admissions Office
Address: 1st Floor, West Wing, Main Quadrangle,
Tel: 021 4903571
E-mail: admissions@ucc.ie
Why might you need to visit the Admissions Office?
- To submit documentation, such as official Birth Certificate/Marriage Certificate/Passport
- To change your name on your student record
- To present original certificates/diplomas/degrees not already submitted
- To register for your programme if you get a late offer.
- Careers Service
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Link to UCC Careers Office Website
- Disability Support
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The aim of the Disability Support Service is, the affirmation of the ability of students with disabilities to pursue their chosen studies at degree and postgraduate levels, to integrate students with disabilities in all areas of life at U.C.C. and to raise awareness of rights and needs of persons with disabilities throughout College and the wider community.
Students who use the service include students who are visually impaired, hearing impaired, students with mobility difficulties including dyslexia, students with hidden disabilities such as mental health problems, epilepsy and other significant on-going illnesses.
- Exams and Records Office
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Link to Exams & Records Office
- Fees Office
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Fees Office Website
Where: 1st Floor, North Wing
Tel: 021 490 3929
Email: fees@fin.ucc.ie This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view itWhy might you need to visit the Fees Office?
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To enquire about your fees status or fee payment.
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To collect Higher Education Grant cheques.
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To query the different type of funding available.
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To get a receipt of fees paid.
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To collect a Bank Giro to pay fees (only if you have not already requested it during on-line registration).
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To get a letter of grant award stamped.
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To determine whether your application status is EU or non - EU.
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- International Students
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International students help make UCC what it is, a fantastic place to study and socialize. We in UCCSU are here to help you integrate and get the most out of your international experience whilst studying with us - whether thats for your full degree or just a term. If you have any issue problem or questions come to us and we will do our best to help. Remember you are either a full or associate member of UCCSU too and we are delighted to represent you.
- Iona Chaplaincy
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Iona offers a range of supports for students. It is opened to all religions and provides a supportive presence across campus. It is Iona that is the point of reference and resource for the creative, liturgical and prayer life of the Honan Chapel.
- Mature Students
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Link: Mature Student Office
Where: 1st Floor, West Wing, Main Quadrangle,
Tel: (021) 490 1873
Email: mso@ucc.ie
Why might you need to visit the Mature Student Office?
- To get help, support, advice and information
- To enquire about workshops which are designed to prepare you for the challenge of entering university for the first time as a mature student.
- Student Activities
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Link to Student Activities Website
- Student Counselling & Development
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Link to Counselling & Development Website
The chief aim is to: "to enable students to maximize their personal, social, academic and career potential in a safe and supportive environment."
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They provide a full range of personal counselling services at our rooms .
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Students may avail of support and learning opportunities through workshops and seminars.
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Counselling provides a safe place where you can come and talk, in a relaxed and private atmosphere, about any personal or academic concern, which may be troubling you.
- Student Health Centre
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Link: Student Health CentreStudent Health involves the ongoing maintenance of sound bodies and sound minds in a student population who are under increased stress every year. It does not replace your family doctor. The Student Health Department is located in Ardpatrick House on College Road next to the college car park.
If a Students are worried about a health problem or any related problems, all they need do is call this service on 021-4902311 or call to the department where the receptionist will make an appointment for them. If they are acutely ill on the day, they will be triaged by the nurse and if necessary seen by the doctor as soon as possible.
