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Find out if you’re covered under Acadia Students’ Union (ASU) Extended Health & Dental Plans as an international or exchange student, and learn what enrollment means for your health coverage.
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Acadia University’s International Centre provides immigration support for international students, including help with study permits and spousal open work permits. Advisors offer guidance on application processes, required documents, and timelines. Learn about applying for and maintaining your important study and travel documents. You can contact immigrationadvising@acadiau.ca for assistance.
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While the Wong International Centre focuses on non-academic advising, it collaborates with other campus services to support international students’ academic success through workshops and referrals
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The Wong International Centre at Acadia University actively encourages international students to engage in volunteer work. Students can volunteer within the Centre itself or through broader campus and community initiatives. Volunteering is promoted as a way to build connections, develop leadership skills, and contribute meaningfully to student life
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The Wong International Centre and Acadia Students’ Union (ASU) offer a wide range of social, cultural, and leadership opportunities for international students. These include events, clubs, and funding support for student-led initiatives
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The International Students’ Association (ISA) is a student-led group at Acadia University that collaborates with the Wong International Centre to support and celebrate international student life. It organizes cultural events, promotes global awareness, and advocates for the needs of international students on campus
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The Wong International Centre provides non-academic advising to help international students understand travel and visa requirements. While they don’t process immigration documents directly, they offer guidance on study permits, visa renewals, and travel planning.
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The Wong International Centre at Acadia University is a hub for social connection and cultural exchange. It hosts regular events, mixers, and workshops that bring international students together. The Centre also supports student-led clubs and helps newcomers find groups that match their interests
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Acadia University’s Accessible Learning Services provides individualized support and accommodations for students with disabilities. International students have full access to these services, and the Wong International Centre helps guide them through the intake process and documentation requirements.
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The Wong International Centre at Acadia University does not provide formal financial counseling, but it offers resources and guidance to help international students manage their finances. This includes budgeting tips, tuition payment support, and referrals to financial aid offices
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The International Student Ambassador program at Acadia is a volunteer peer-mentorship initiative coordinated by the Wong International Centre. It connects upper-year students with new international students to support their transition to life at Acadia and in Canada
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The International Student Ambassador program at Acadia is a volunteer peer-mentorship initiative coordinated by the Wong International Centre. It connects upper-year students with new international students to support their transition to life at Acadia and in Canada
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Acadia University offers job search support for international students through the International Student Employment Program (ISEP) and partnerships with Career Services. The Wong International Centre plays a key role in connecting students to these resources and guiding them through work eligibility and application processes
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Acadia University offers dedicated language support through its English Language Centre (ELC), which provides free tutorials, workshops, and one-on-one appointments for students seeking to improve their academic English skills. The Wong International Centre helps connect international students to these services.
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Acadia University issues student ID cards through the Safety and Security Office located in the Students’ Union Building (SUB). Students must upload a photo and present valid identification. The Wong International Centre helps guide international students through this process