Study Skills: Preparing for Exams Workshop.
This interactive workshop is designed to help students study more effectively, reduce exam-related stress, and improve academic performance. Study Skills: “Preparing for Exams Workshop will introduce practical, evidence-based strategies to support exam preparation. Participants will learn how to create a realistic study schedule, and use learning techniques to improve retention in this session presented by Learning Commons and facilitated by May Huyn, Academic Advisor. By the end of the workshop, students will leave with concrete tools they can apply immediately, along with greater confidence in their ability to prepare strategically and perform at their best on exams. Reasons to attend: Study Skills: Preparing for your Exams. Who Would Benefit from This Workshop:New or returning students seeking better study habits. Whether you are looking to strengthen existing habits or build new ones from scratch, this session provides a supportive environment where students can ask questions, practise new techniques, and reflect on what strategies work best for their learning style. To conclude, Study Skills: Preparing for your Exams session empowers students to take ownership of their academic journey. Act now to reserve your spot, as space fills up quickly.
Learn to Manage Time and Plan Term Effectively
University life as an international student moves fast. Between lectures, assignments, part-time work, family responsibilities, and personal goals, many students feel like they are constantly reacting instead of intentionally choosing how they spend their time. This workshop “Learn to Manage Time and Plan Term Effectively” is designed to change that. This practical workshop will help students understand where their time really goes, why overwhelm happens, and how to build a realistic weekly plan that supports both academic success and personal wellbeing. Instead of offering rigid productivity rules, this workshop teaches students how to work with their energy, priorities, and real-life constraints so they can feel more organized, confident, and in control. Participants shift from saying “I’m lost and behind” to “I know exactly what I should be working on and when. During this session, students explore three key areas: First we will explore why time management sometimes feels so hard to achieve. Many students believe they lack discipline or motivation, but in reality most stress comes from unclear priorities, unrealistic schedules. Second, students will learn how to map their real life. We will look at how to account for fixed commitments (classes, work, family responsibilities), personal energy levels, and recovery time, so that academic work fits into their week in a way that is sustainable. This creates a schedule that feels supportive rather than overwhelming. Third, students learn a simple weekly planning method they can use every Sunday or Monday to organize their assignments, exams, and personal commitments in one clear system. This method helps students avoid last-minute panic, missed deadlines, and burnout — while making space for rest, relationships, and self-care. The workshop is highly practical and reflective. By the end of the session, students will walk away with a clearer understanding of how to plan their week in a way that feels realistic, flexible, and aligned with their goals. You don’t need any previous planning or productivity experience. Whether you’re feeling behind, overwhelmed, or simply want to become more organized and efficient, this session gives you practical tools you can start using right away. Plan your term effectively: Organized by Common Learnings, with Abby Garcia this workshop will help you to improve your quality-of-life: 1- Reduce stress and overwhelm: Learn how to create a schedule that supports your workload and personal commitments without burning you out. 2- Stop procrastinating and last-minute panic: Discover how to break assignments and exams into manageable steps you can actually follow and help you meet deadlines without additional stress. 3- Build a weekly plan that works for real life: Create a simple system that fits your classes, job, family responsibilities, and energy levels. 4- Feel more in control of your academic life: Gain clarity on what to do, when to do it, and how to prioritize. 5- Improve both performance and wellbeing: Better planning leads to better grades, better focus, and more time for yourself. Who will benefit from this workshop: Register now!
The APA Workshop Series: Final Session
Learning Commons, in partnership with the Library, presents the APA Workshop Series—five dynamic sessions to strengthen students’ understanding of APA Style. Register now for The APA Workshop Series: Tables & Figures! Ali de Haan delivers hybrid workshops, providing flexibility and accessibility for all students. To accommodate diverse schedules, each session will be available on Mondays and Wednesdays, ensuring every student has the opportunity to participate. Students are encouraged to attend the entire series for comprehensive learning or select the sessions that best align with their academic needs. The APA Workshop Series: Tables & Figures The final session introduce students to tables and figures and how they are formatted and used in an APA paper. By attending this session, students will learn: The session supports all students, whether new to APA or needing a refresher. Ali will also share ASM Library’s APA resources to support students when working on their own assignments. To ensure all students can attend the workshop, we will offer two sessions: Session 1: Wednesday February 18th 2:30 pm Location: TBD Delivery: Hybrid. Session 2: Monday, February 23rd 11:30 am Location: TBD Delivery: Hybrid Don’t Miss This Final APA Session!
APA Workshop Series – Third Session
ASM Learning Commons, in collaboration with ASM Library, proudly presents the APA Workshop Series—a set of five interactive sessions designed to help students strengthen their APA Style skills. Join the APA Workshop Series: In-Text Citations. Ali de Haan, ASM Library Manager, delivers these workshops in a convenient hybrid format. Moreover, each session runs twice—on Mondays and Wednesdays—so you can easily choose the time that works best for you. Finally, students are encouraged to attend all sessions or select the ones that meet their specific needs. The APA Workshop Series: In-Text Citations The third session of the series introduces students to in-text citations and how to use them. By attending this session, students will learn: The session is designed to support all students, whether new to APA or needing a refresher. Ali will also share ASM Library’s APA resources to support students when working on their own assignments. To ensure all students can attend the workshop, we will offer two sessions: Session 1: Monday, January 26th 11:30 am-12:30 pm Location: 220 Delivery: Hybrid. Session 2: Wednesday, January 28th 2:30-3:30 pm Location: 233 Delivery: Hybrid
The APA Workshop Series: Second Session
The Learning Commons, in partnership with the ASM Library, is excited to present the APA Workshop Series—a set of five interactive sessions to help students confidently navigate the essentials of APA Style. Join the The APA Workshop Series: References! Ali de Haan, ASM Library Manager, delivers these workshops in a convenient hybrid format. We offer each topic twice—on Mondays and Wednesdays—so you can choose the time that works best for you. The APA Workshop Series: References The second session of the series introduces students to references and how to build them. By attending this session, students will learn: 1-What references are and why they are important. 2- Learn the basic parts of all references. 3-How to create references for common sources such as books, journal articles and websites. 4-Understand how to handle sources with multiple authors, no authors, or a corporate author. 5- Learn how to format dates, titles, and source information. The session is designed to support all students whether you’re new to APA or just need a refresher. Plus, Ali will share ASM Library’s APA resources to help you when working on your own assignments. To ensure all students can attend the workshop, we will offer two sessions: Session 1: Monday, January 19th 11:30 am-12:30 pm Location: 220 Delivery: Hybrid. Session 2: Wednesday, January 21st 2:30-3:30 pm Location: 233 Delivery: Hybrid Reserve Your Seat Today – Spaces Are Limited!
Welcome back to the APA Workshop Series: First Session
Learning Commons, in collaboration with the ASM Library, presents the APA Workshop Series—five interactive sessions designed to support students in mastering different aspects of APA Style. Join the first workshop from the APA Workshop Series: Formatting! Ali de Haan, ASM Library Manager, will lead the workshops in a hybrid format. Each session will be offered on Monday and Wednesday, ensuring all students have the opportunity to participate. Students may attend the entire series or select the sessions that best meet their needs. The APA Workshop Series: Formatting The first session of the series introduces students to APA Style and Formatting guidelines. By attending this session, students will learn: The session is designed to support all students, whether new to APA or needing a refresher Ali will also share ASM Library’s APA resources to support that students when working on their own assignments. To ensure all students can attend the workshop, we will offer two sessions: Session 1: Monday, January 12th 11:30 am-12:30 pm Location: 220 Delivery: Hybrid. Session 2: Wednesday, January 14th 2:30-3:30 pm Location: 233 Delivery: Hybrid Book Your Spot Now – Don’t Miss Out!
The APA Workshop Series – Fourth Session
ASM Learning Commons in collaboration with ASM Library presents the APA Workshop Series: a series of 5 interactive workshops designed to provide students with support on different aspects of APA Style. Ali de Haan, ASM Library Manager, will deliver the workshop sessions in a hybrid format with each session being offered on Monday and Wednesday to ensure all students are able to join. Students are welcome to attend all sessions or choose those which best suit their needs The APA Workshop Series: Putting it all Together. The fourth session of the series covers all the weird things students will encounter when researching, from when to use a quote or paraphrase, using secondary sources, properly citing Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers, personal communications and citing Gen AI tools. By attending this session, students will learn: The session is designed to support all students, whether new to APA or needing a refresher. Ali will also share ASM Library’s APA resources to support students when working on their own assignments. To ensure all students can attend the workshop, we will offer two sessions: Session 1: Monday, February 2nd 2:30 pm. Location: 220 Delivery: Hybrid. Session 2: Wednesday, February 4th 2:30-3:30 pm Location: 233 Delivery: Hybrid Secure Your Spot!
The APA Workshop Series: Final Session
Join us for the final session of our series as we learn how to create and incorporate tables, graphs, and figures in an APA Style paper. The APA Workshop Series is led by Ali de Haan, Manager, Library and Instructional Services. Each session covers a specific element of APA Style, with the goal of helping students become confident and proficient users. In this session students will learn: This workshop is ideal for:
Understanding the Appeal Process Workshop
A workshop that aims to provide information on the appeal process at ASM. The workshop will cover academic and financial appeals. Understand the process before submitting the appeal. Learn about the factors that go into reviewing an appeal. Learn how to effectively navigate the appeal process that allows students to request academic accommodations or special requests. Students sometimes face challenges that require academic accommodation or special requests. This workshop is designed to help you understand the appeal process- what it is, when to use it, and how to navigate it successfully. Facilitated by Manager, Learning Commons, Garima Yadav, who has experience in supporting students with academic processes. Audience: Students (open to all ASM students)
Basics of Accounting Workshop!
Improve your skills. Choosing where to invest your resources on an international degree in management programs is a major decision, especially for international students seeking a solid foundation in business and leadership. That’s why our Bachelor of Management programs combine academic excellence with practical experience. By focusing on both classroom learning and real-world application, we ensure our students graduate with the skills they need to succeed anywhere in the world. As part of this approach, we are excited to invite all our student for the upcoming Basics of Accounting Workshop. A dynamic session that demonstrates how we support international students in bridging academic gaps and building confidence in new subject areas. Our Commitment to Supporting Students Through Workshops International students often face the challenge of adapting to a new education system, different teaching styles, and new expectations. Since our approach to teaching, our students and our faculty represent today’s connected business world. We recognize these challenges and provide workshops that make complex subjects more approachable. For this reason, the Basics of Accounting Workshop supports not only students taking ACCT211 in the Accounting concentration but also those in other management programs who want to strengthen their foundation in accounting. Facilitated by students from the BBA–Accounting program Carla Joy Mamaclay and Eden Marie Magalona, this workshop provides practical insights and learning tips that come directly from peers who have successfully navigated similar experiences. Furthermore, these session is an extension of our promise: to create a supportive academic environment where international students feel prepared and empowered to excel. The Role of the Learning Commons Department At our school, we believe students succeed when their academic journeys receive individual focus. That’s why the Learning Commons plays a strategic role in helping students overcome challenges and remains one of our most valuable resources. This department provides academic support through tutoring, mentorship, and workshops that cover essential skills. In addition, the Learning Commons supports international students as they adapt to Canadian academic standards. The Basics of Accounting Workshop, for example, allows students to practice new concepts in an interactive way while asking questions in a safe and welcoming environment. As a result, students not only strengthen their accounting knowledge but also improve their overall performance in management courses. Building an in-career accounting starts with a solid understanding the basic To succeed in accounting and work as an accountant in Canada one of the most respected designations in Canada is the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). Since CPA BC recognizes our program, graduates from our Accounting program receive transfer credit for all 14 CPA PEP course requirements. For more information, click here. By starting with foundational workshops like Basics of Accounting, students can gradually prepare for this advanced credential. At Acsenda, we guide students through this pathway, ensuring they are aware of the resources and steps required. By combining academic support with clear professional pathways, we help international students envision their future in Canada and beyond. Join the Basics of Accounting Workshop to improve your management skills Join the upcoming Basics of Accounting Workshop on October 8th, from 2:00–3:00 pm in room 233 It is open to all our students but is helpful for whom is beginning their journey into accounting and management. During the workshop, we will get: In addition, we prepare students for academic and professional success by creating opportunities to network with our alumna. Take the Next Step: Register Today Workshops like this are essential steppingstones for students as they offer guidance, build knowledge, and create opportunities for future growth. Register for the Basics of Accounting Workshop and take advantage of this chance to strengthen your management foundation. Stay tuned for the next workshop and join us as we help you succeed in Canada and around the world! Join us and let us build our pathway to success together.
