Refer a Student

Refer a student to Mental Health Services if they are:

• Displaying extreme disorganization or inappropriate content of written assignments.

• Expressing thoughts of despair or harm to self, or others, through submitted work/email.

• Missing classes, labs, assignments and/or exams.

• Showing a significant decline in their quality of academic performance or class participation. 

Refer a student to the Student Learning Centre when they express the need to:

• Develop study strategies and time management skills.

• Develop writing and editing skills.

• Enhance English language skills.

• Improve test/exam preparation and anxiety.

• Review and/or practice a difficult concept taught in class.

• Review prerequisite knowledge to build a better foundation in a particular area.

• Work with a tutor or become part of a regular study group.

Refer a student to Student Accessibility Services if they express they are:

• Not registered for accommodations and have a documented disability that requires accessibility resources. 

• In need of alternate format texts and course material, or assistive technology. 

• Having any degree of hearing loss and would like to request an American Sign Language Interpreter. 

• Looking to obtain a Learning Strategies Counsellor, who will play a key role in the development and implementation of an accommodation plan. 

• Needing a computerized note-taking device. 

• Needing to write a test, midterm or exam in the Test Centre. 

• Requiring ergonomic equipment for the classroom or Test Centre. 

Refer a student to the Career Centre if they express they are:  

• Coping with pressure from other people about what they should or shouldn’t do in terms of work/their career.

• Coping with stress and anxiety related to the next steps in their career path.

• Feeling unmotivated in school, classes or their program of study.

• Having career interests that don’t match the degree they're pursuing. 

Refer a student to Student Engagement and Equity when they:

• Are interested in leadership development opportunities (e.g., Ambassador Program, workshops).

• Are looking to get involved on campus or find a community. 

• Are seeking a safe, supportive space to talk and connect with resources.

• Have experienced or are navigating discrimination, harassment, or barriers to inclusion.

• Want support related to identity, equity or belonging (e.g., race, gender, sexuality, religion, etc.). 

• Want to build confidence, skills or a sense of belonging at Ontario Tech.

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Refer a student to Student Engagement & Equity

If you would like to refer a student, please connect them with our team and we will follow up with appropriate support, programs, or next steps:

• General inquiries, involvement, leadership, or mentorship: engagement@ontariotechu.ca 

• Equity-related concerns: equity@ontariotechu.ca

Please note: Where appropriate, we encourage referrals to be made with the student's awareness.