Updates for the U of A community for the week ending July 17

This week’s updates include information on support for international students and student services that are available remotely.

17 July 2020

Posted: July 17, 2:40 p.m.

Here are this week’s updates for the U of A community:

Federal government announces support for international students studying at Canadian universities

More information is available for international students about starting studies with Canadian post-secondary institutions online and their ability to enter Canada once travel and health restrictions are eased. It also clarifies eligibility for online studies to count toward post-graduate work permits.

Student support services continue to be available remotely

As students begin to prepare for Fall 2020 a number of academic, financial, health and wellness, housing, and campus life services are available remotely.