Student Life and Learning (SLL) Where are we located?
The SLL office is located behind the main reception in the Cork Road campus. It can accessed via desk 4 – all students must first report to the reception desk.
Telephone: 051- 845513 or 051-302758
E-mail: sll@wit.ie or maturestudent@wit.ie Martina Harte Nuala Lennon Patt Rohan
Head of SLL Access Officer Disability Officer
FIRST YEAR STUDENT INDUCTION …WELCOME!
Meet and Welcome transfer Students and to introduce Students to the WIT Student Support Team
Offer Support and Encouragement during first few weeks of term
To inform Students about the various Student Services that are available
No problem is insurmountable, the key is – talk to someone.
Student Life and Learning (SLL) Where are we located?
The SLL office is located behind the main reception in the Cork Road campus. It can accessed via desk 4 – all students must first report to the reception desk.
Telephone: 051- 845513 or 051-302758
E-mail: sll@wit.ie or maturestudent@wit.ie Martina Harte Nuala Lennon Patt Rohan
Head of SLL Access Officer Disability Officer
Deregistering or Deferring – if you are unhappy on your course !!!!!!!!!
CHART is involved in the following:
Support Service for students with a Disability
Additional Learning Support
Study Skills Workshops
Childcare Subsidy – Closing date 24th October
Student Assistance Fund– Closing date for this Semester 24th October
On-going induction – Semester 2
Access Programmes
Deregistering or Deferring
Support Service for Students with a Disability If you are a student with a disability, evidence of disability must be furnished to the Disability Officer in the SLL office.
Supports are funded through the ESF fund for students with disabilities and applications for support are made, on behalf of the student, in October.
Please Contact:
Disability Office
Student Life and Learning
Tel: 051-302871
E - mail: disabilityoffice@wit.ie
Student Counselling Service A confidential support service for students, free of charge
Counselling available: In R13 behind the SU building in the Cork Road Campus and in room AL 10 (opposite the dance studio) in the College Street campus.
Counselling service operates strictly by appointment only. To make an appointment: Call 302878/ 302475
or email: studentcounselling@wit.ie
Please leave your name and number when you make a contact
Health Promotion Initiatives including WIT
Peer Support Programme – Contact: 1800 302123
Ann Marie Quigley
Student Counsellor
We support you to deal with personal difficulties
No problem is too big or small to bring to counselling.
If a problem is causing you distress then it’s important and deserves attention. The following are just some of the difficulties discussed by students: loneliness, sadness/depression, academic problems, eating problems, alcohol/drug problems, sexual issues, self-harm, bereavement, stress/panic
College life may lead to new problems OR it may give you the freedom and space to deal with long-standing problems
Group workshops on topics such as Stress Management, Relationships & Sexuality
Chaplain – David Keating
The chaplain provides pastoral care for students in WIT and responds to the personal needs of individual students on a
day-to-day basis. SAFE Fund – Emergency loans are available
Quiet Room C41 – available to all students for prayer, silence & reflection
The Chaplain’s office is located at D26
Telephone 051-302617 or 086 330 2086
After hours on 051-378878
E-mail: dkeating@wit.ie
Students are enabled in a confidential and supportive environment to discuss any concerns or difficulties they may have.
The chaplaincy service is student based and follows through to home and family life particularly with regard to illness, bereavement and loss. The chaplain’s priority is to treat students with respect and dignity in all life situations within and beyond the Institute.
Institute Nurse – Louis Nevin Involved in the promotion of health and well being of all members of the Institute through various workshops, seminars and activities.
Contact Details:
Cork Rd Campus – Room R14 Tel: 051-302863
College St Campus: Room AL10
(opposite the Dance Studio)
Tel: 845671
Emergency No: 087-2724422
Health Promotion Activities
Country Market – 1st Wednesday of Each Month
Slí na Slainte – Ongoing throughout the year
20010/20011 Seminars on Mental Health, Relationships & Sexuality, Environmental Health, Country Market, International Day of Student Well Being & more!
Students’ Union One stop shop for ALL student information.
Automatically a member of the SU and of the Union of Students in Ireland (USI).
Conor Doyle James Lambe Denise McCarthy
President Deputy President Deputy President
Education Welfare
Deals with various student problems and issues e.g. accommodation, security, grinds, part-time employment.
Class Reps’ need to be appointed for each class, will be trained and will then represent their class in organising various events in conjunction with the Students’ Union.
Office Location:
College Street Campus; C017.
Has representation on almost all the boards and committees in the college to give students a voice at all levels within WIT.
Location:
Cork Road Campus; office located beside the WIT Card Office.
Both offices are open all day during college term.
OFFICE: 051-378390 FAX: 051-95118
Your Personal Safety Campus Watch Leaflet - In Student Information Handbook
If a problem arises in college - contact porters, any member of staff or the Community Garda
Outside college hours feel free to contact:
The Samartians – 1850 60 90 90 or call into the Bowe Street office open until 9.00pm each night
Avoid - walking alone at night
crossing waste areas, taking shortcuts
Travel in a group, take a taxi
Use the WIT telephone numbers and information card given out at registration
International Office
International Office co-ordinates the admissions, administration & support for International students.
Located in Development office next to
the Porter's Office.
Monday to Friday 10.00am – 12.00pm
& 2.00pm -4.00pm
Selma Robinson
International Student Support
WIT is a multi – cultural institute, we celebrate cultural diversity and difference and any form of racism will not be tolerated.
Located in Development office next to the Porter's Office.
Sport, Recreation & Cultural Activities in WIT Students are encouraged to get involved in extracurricular activities, - its an ideal way to meet new friends and gain valuable life skills outside of the classroom
Next 2 slides list clubs training times- feel free to come along to any of these sessions or become a member by contacting ;-
clubsandsocs@wit.ie
Phone 051-302238
or call to our office located in the Courtyard
Michael Evans
WIT Sport & Recreation Manager
We have 45 different Clubs & Societies in WIT such as Business Society, Aerobic Classes, Law Society, LGB, Circuit Training Classes, GAA, Surfing, Kayaking, Softball, Basketball, Rugby, Soccer, Sailing, Equestrian, Martial Arts, Swimming, Ultimate Frisbee Society etc.
WIT Sport & Recreation 2010 - 2011
CLUB DAY & TIME VENUE CONTACT SWIMMING Tuesday @ 8pm WATERFORD CRYSTAL POOL SEAN
0862026038 KAYAKING Monday & Tuesday @ 9.45pm WATERFORD CRYSTAL POOL AISLING
0876334053 MEN’S SOCCER Monday @ 6pm for Premier & Div 1 Team WIT SPORTS
CAMPUS JOHN
0876799579 MEN’S RUGBY To Be Confirmed WIT SPORTS
CAMPUS GERRY
0868697731 MUAY THAI Wednesdays @ 8.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL VIVIENNE
0872511727 SKY DIVING To Be Confirmed TBC ROY MOTOR SPORT 7 Round WIT Drivers Championship Throughout The Year KILTORCAN
RACETRACK SHANE
0861987346 DARTS & POOL & SNOOKER To Be Confirmed WIT DOME BAR ALAN
0860570749 VOLLEYBALL Tuesday & Thursday @ 7.15pm WIT SPORTS
HALL CLUBS & SOCS OFFICE GOLF Various WIT Competitions
Throughout The Year Various Local Clubs JOHN
0876707657 DANCE (HIP HOP) Dance Classes Every Tuesday
5pm to 9pm WIT Dance Studio On
College St. Campus TOBY
0858243521 DJ SOCIETY DJ Lessons To Be Confirmed To Be Confirmed CHRIS
0851518074
WIT Sport & Recreation 2010 - 2011
CLUB DAY & TIME VENUE CONTACT ATHLETICS Tuesday & Thursday @ 5.30pm WATERFORD RSC ANDREW
0876980304 EQUESTRIAN To Be Confirmed STONEHAVEN
STABLES KEVIN
0876407176 BADMINTON Beginners on Tues @ 6.15pm &
Intermediate on Thurs @ 6.15pm & 8.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL PATRICK
0879017523 BASKETBALL
Ladies Monday (senior) &
Wednesdays (fresher’s) @ 6.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL AMY
0851394236 BASKETBALL
Men Monday (senior) &
Wednesday (fresher’s) @ 7.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL AMY
0851394236 TABLE TENNIS Tuesday & Thursday @ 5.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL JIM
0872988362 ULTIMATE FRISBEE Monday at 8.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL MARTIN
0862215188 KARATE Tuesday & Thursday @ 7.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL LISA
0861520848 KICKBOXING Monday & Wednesday @ 5.15pm WIT SPORTS HALL SEAN
0879262757 LADIES RUGBY To Be Confirmed To Be Confirmed ELMA
0858470463 GAA SPORTS Get In Touch With WIT GAA Office
For Latest Training Times WIT SPORTS
CAMPUS CONOR
051 302239 LADIES SOCCER Monday @ 6pm WIT SPORTS
CAMPUS JOHN
0876799579
WIT Career’s Centre The Careers Centre is available to help you to…
Prepare for the future
To advise you in your career choices and job hunting strategies
Run career workshops, seminars, employer fairs & presentations
If you are unsure of your Career plan please feel free to contact
Careers Centre:
Email: careers@wit.ie
Phone: 051 302038
Website: www.wit.ie/careerscentre
Angela Collins
Careers Advisor
Careers Advisors Office is located on your left inside the main entrance of the college
The Careers Information Library is situated in the basement of the main library
Registrar’s Office
Reception desks, Cork Road & College Street
Campuses -
Admissions & Examination queries
Proof of registration letters
Official forms signed/stamped – e.g. Social Welfare
Deferrals/transfer
Grants information
If you had a question…
Course related ?
Ask your lecturer, year tutor or course leader
Personal relationships, health, stress?
Student Counsellors, Chaplain & Medical Centre
Finances?
The SLL office (Student Assistance Fund),
SAFE fund through the Chaplain for emergencies & small loans
Admissions, Grants, Examination queries?
Reception desks, Cork Road & College Street campuses
Up & Coming Events in WIT Green campus awareness week on the 1st Nov
Class Rep Training – Tuesday 5th October
Road Safety Week – November 8th – 12th
Country Market – 1st Wednesday of Each Month
Slí na Slainte – Ongoing throughout the year
Study & Exam Preparation Workshops – During Semester 1 & 2: Details posted in College Street & Cork Road Campus
Positive Mental Health Week – 17th Jan 2011
RAG Week – 14th Feb 2011
Best of luck to you all! We hope you have a wonderful time in WIT. Remember that the Student Support Team is here to help you along the way.
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