NorQuest
College has many resources to offer its students:
Bookstore Outlet
For information: 780-644-6203
Room A026 (Basement), Main Building, Downtown Campus
The bookstore outlet distributes rented textbooks and sells textbooks, educational materials, program-specific supplies, and City of Edmonton bus passes (including DATS and student passes). We provide mail-out service for students in the distance delivery programs who require textbooks and instructional materials for their courses.
Bus Service
Edmonton Transit System
information: 780-496-1611
Bus connections to and from the Downtown and Westmount Campuses are excellent. The Corona Station LRT is located one block south of the Downtown Campus buildings. Bus passes are available through the bookstore outlet.
Cafeteria and Confectionery Services
Cafeteria services are available at both the Downtown Campus and at Westmount Campus. The Upper View is a full-service cafeteria located on the 8th floor of the Main Building, Downtown Campus. The cafeteria provides full-course meals grilled to order, along with take-out food and retail confectionery services. Networks Cafe is located in the basement of the Main Building, Downtown Campus, and offers a range of beverages as well as soups, sandwiches, hot dogs, and fresh pastries.
Westmount Campus provides cafeteria services only.
ID Cards
Photo ID cards are taken once per year during registration by the Office of the Registrar. Your student ID card also serves as your Students’ Association and library card. You will need your ID card for these purposes:
- Borrow library materials
- Obtain or change your password to access college computers
- Obtain your textbooks
- Take part in student recreation activities
- Borrow equipment and/or table games
- Enter the College after hours or on weekends
- Purchase bus passes
Lockers
A limited number of lockers are provided by the College to registered students on a first-come, first-served basis. Users can register their locker numbers and purchase locks at the Bookstore.
The College is not liable or responsible for a locker’s contents or the loss or damage to locks or contents.
Mail Service
- Room A026, Main Building, Downtown Campus
- Drop-off mail service is available.
Parking
Public parking is available within a short walking distance of the Downtown Campus. Charges range from $6 to $9 per day; some lots have a monthly flat rate.
College parking lots north of the Main Building and East Court are free to evening students after 5 pm. Special parking arrangements can be made for students with disabilities. Contact Business Services in Room A026.
Limited street parking is available at the Westmount Campus.
Printing Services
For information: 780-644-6195
- Room A026 (Basement), Main Building, Downtown Campus
- We will process your black and white copies, make colour photocopies, and provide other services to meet your printing needs. Everyone is welcome to purchase our services.
Security Services
Security officers patrol the Downtown Campus, and are available to investigate security issues at this location. If you have security concerns, call 780.991.4573 (Security’s cell phone) or call Campus Operations at 780.644.6215. At all other campuses and learning sites students should direct any concerns about security to their main office.
Student Activity Centre
The Networks Cafe student activity centre is located in the basement of the Main Building, Downtown Campus. This activity centre provides “stop-and-go” computer access along with general seating and daily food services. Food services are provided from 10 am until 2 pm.
As a service to students, passes for the Grant MacEwan University Sport and Wellness Centre can be purchased at Grant MacEwan University for a student-discounted rate.
Students’ Association
For information:
The Students’ Association is responsible for administering student affairs at NorQuest College, and is located beside the cafeteria on the 8th floor of the Main Building.
We are your representatives, advocating on your behalf to the College, government, Student Finance Board, and other organizations regarding issues that concern students.
The Students’ Association organizes a variety of social, cultural, and educational events within the College. We strive to continue to improve, and put on the kind of events that you want to attend.
There are many volunteer opportunities and committees that you can become involved in while you are studying at the College. You may also want to consider becoming a Students’ Council member or representing students in your program area or regional site. The Students’ Association also distributes a monthly student newspaper, The Quest, containing student submissions, upcoming events and activities, and information about issues that affect you. Get involved and make a difference in student life.
As part of our commitment to the well-being of our students, the Students’ Association offers subsidized membership at the YMCA. We also provide a health and dental insurance plan to all full-time fee paying students (including those funded by Canada Student Loan, and other non-grant funded students) enrolled in programs 8 weeks or longer. Please or call 780.644.6253 or visit the website www.gallivan.ca for more information about this mandatory plan.
The Students’ Association is here to address your needs, and your feedback is always welcome. Call, visit, or email anytime. Have a great year!
Student for a Day
For information:
- 780-644-5927
- 1-866-534-7218
Become a Student for a Day! Students (and their families) who have a strong interest in attending NorQuest College can participate in a day-long event to discover what NorQuest has to offer.
As a Student for a Day, you can take part in these activities:
- Meet instructors and find out more about NorQuest College programs
- Complete a NorQuest College campus tour
- Attend a class and/or lab course related to your field of interest
- Enjoy a free lunch
- Meet NorQuest students
- Talk with admission advisors
- Learn about financial aid, scholarships, and funding options
- If you apply to the college while attending Student for a Day, we will waive the $50 application fee.
- Call the Prospective Student Office at 780.644.5927 for more information, or to sign up.
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