Orientation

Located in Guigues Hall on the ground floor (G020), the Multiservices Centre is a one-stop shop where you can buy your books, course packs and parking permit. The Multiservices Centre also takes care of your photocopying needs.

For more information, please visit the Multiservices Centre webpage.

SPU’s research and workspace par excellence, the Jean-Léon Allie Library and Archives is a newly renovated learning commons.

Located on the first floor of Guigues Hall, the learning commons brings together a number of services, including research and reference assistance, workshops and student success resources.

For more information about the library and its services, please visit the library’s website.

The Writing Centre

Located within the library, the Writing Centre can provide you with assistance in writing, organizing, and formatting academic papers in a safe and non-judgmental space.

For more information, please visit the Writing Centre webpage.

Home of the Pastoral Services team, the Oasis is a welcoming space for all. Whether you’re looking for a friendly face or a quiet space for reflection, The Oasis is there for you.

Pastoral Services are also available for anyone who is seeking spiritual support.

For more information about Pastoral Services, please visit the Oasis’ webpage.

First and foremost, the Indigenous Centre is a safe and supportive space for Indigenous staff and students at Saint Paul University.

The Centre also seeks to help foster positive relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous members of Saint Paul University by promoting Indigenous culture, values and history within the community.

Everyone is encouraged to visit the Centre and to learn more about the Indigenous Initiatives Service.

Embarking on your academic journey is an exciting time, but it also has its challenges. If you are feeling overwhelmed, please know that there are resources available to you at all times.

For more information about counselling services for students, and other resources, please click here.

As an independent organization that is active in various areas of student life, SPUSA is looking out for you. SPUSA is available to help you navigate a number of student amenities and services, including health insurance, U-PASS, and your student rights.

For more information, please visit their website.

Now that you are an SPU student, our support staff is here to help you throughout your academic career – from processing your admission application to providing your final transcripts.

For more information about the Registrar’s Office and its services, please visit their webpage.

Choosing SPU means having a rewarding international experience, whether through taking part in an exchange, coming to study here from abroad or benefiting from the amazing cultural diversity of our student population and our staff.

Whether you are an international student or are curious about participating in an international exchange, you can learn more here.

Located in the Library, the Academic Success Office is dedicated to empowering students throughout their academic journey by providing comprehensive support and guidance. The Office’s staff is available to assist with internship coordination, career exploration, and personal development, ensuring you have the resources and support needed to achieve your goals and succeed both in and out of the classroom.

For information about internships, please send an email to stages-internships@ustpaul.ca. You can also drop by the office, which is located in the library.

Did you know that you can travel between Saint Paul University and the University of Ottawa for free on the uOttawa shuttle bus? From September to May, the shuttle makes regular trips between the two campuses.

To get the schedule, please their website.

As an SPU student, you have access to uOttawa’s Health and Wellness Centre, which is located on the second floor of the Minto Sports Complex (801 King Edward Ave). The Centre is staffed by a multidisciplinary team of health professionals, including physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, health promotion specialists, psychotherapists, psychologists and psychiatrists working together in a shared care model.

Did you know that SPU students have access to two fitness centers, an Olympic-size swimming pool, skating rinks, and much more through University of Ottawa’s Athletics and Recreation Department? For a small fee each term, you can gain access these amenities and other recreational activities.

To sign-up for your membership, please click here.