Your Acadia student ID card is your all-access pass to university life. It’s more than just a photo ID — it unlocks a wide range of services and spaces across campus.
Here’s what it’s used for:
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🏫 Building Access – Entry to residence halls, academic buildings, and labs
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📚 Library Services – Borrow books, reserve study rooms, and access digital resources
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🍽️ Meal Plans – Swipe your card at dining halls and campus cafés
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🏋️ Fitness Centre & Athletics – Use your card to enter the gym and attend fitness classes
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💳 Campus Payments – Pay for printing, laundry, and select vending machines
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🎟️ Event Entry – Use your card to access student events, workshops, and ASU activities
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🧾 Exam Identification – Present your card during midterms and finals as official ID
Tip: Lost or damaged cards can be replaced at the Safety & Security operations desk in the Students’ Union Building. There’s a $15 fee for replacements due to loss or misuse.
📘 Helpful Definitions:
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Access Control: The system that manages ID cards, keys, and building permissions
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Meal Plan: A prepaid dining account linked to your student ID
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ASU (Acadia Students’ Union): The student government that organizes events and services
📎 Suggested Links
📝 Special Notes:
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Do not lend your card to others — it’s a violation of university policy
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If your card is worn out from regular use, replacements are free
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Upload your ID photo online before arriving to speed up processing