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E-Weekly is your international student bi-weekly newsletter that keeps you informed and updated about programs, information and services specifically catered to you.

This is one of many communications channels your International Student Services team uses to ensure you receive important information on a frequent basis.

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Explore the diversity of employment with EMP FEST!

EMP FEST is an interdisciplinary Employment Festival held on-campus Monday, February 11 - Friday, February 15. The festival includes over 25 diverse professional and career development events over 5 days hosted by student groups, internal and external organizations.

This is a festival for students, hosted by students to help define career paths and explore the diversity of employment. EMP Fest includes sessions on resume building, networking your way to success, pathways to immigration and Canadian work culture and more!

Learn More!

Next I-Work session: Conflict styles and resolution in the Canadian Context

Learn all about conflict and resolution in the Canadian workplace in this upcoming I-Work Session on Tuesday, February 12.

A key part of maintaining employment is knowing how to navigate and resolve various types of conflict. This session will provide you with the tools to do so.

Tutor Buddy is here to help you succeed academically!

Paying a tutor can be expensive, but Tutor Buddy is here to make sure you get the academic help you need for FREE!

Connect with students who are academically excelling at UAlberta and get the help you need to succeed in your 100 and 200 level courses!

Outstanding students from the Golden Key Society will share tips and tricks to help you learn new study techniques and practices.

Now recruiting Volunteers!

Join the International Student Services volunteer team -- attend an info session.

International Student Services offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities from Event Assistant to Office Volunteer and everything in between! Getting involved with the ISS Volunteer team is a great way to build teamwork skills, improve interpersonal communications skills, and develop your leadership skills.

By volunteering, you can:

Add this experience to your resume
Achieve recognition on your co-curricular record
Gain valuable work experience
Receive a reference letter (after 20 hours)

Info sessions take place February 12 - February 15. Register now to find out what programs you can volunteer for and how you can help International Student Services deliver amazing programs.

Attend a volunteer info session

Experience a breathtaking winter wonderland with the Silver Skate Festival!

The Silver Skate Festival is the longest running winter festival in Edmonton. The festival is a FREE 10-day, family-oriented event running February 8 -18 in Hawrelak Park.

The festival transforms Hawrelak Park with breathtaking snow sculptures, winter sports, a horse-drawn carriage and more! Cook bannock over an open fire and enjoy live musical performances with friends and loved ones.

Due to extreme weather, make sure to visit their website for any last minute schedule changes.

Learn More!

Experience all that Elk Island National Park has to offer!

Campus & Community Recreation (CCR) is hosting a snowshoeing trip to Elk Island National Park on February 23. Elk Island has been ranked 8th in the world by National Geographic for wildlife watching. This trip is a great opportunity to see wildlife, get some fresh air and try your hand at snowshoeing.

The cost of the trip is $55, includes transportation, along with park interpretation to get an understanding of the geography and wildlife the park protects.

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