September 2021
Week of Welcome • Virtual Bingo
We're kicking off Week of Welcome with everybody's favourite - BINGO! Whether you’re on campus, studying online or a distance student, you can join us virtually on Blackboard to play a couple rounds of the game on Mon, Sep 13 from 11 am - 1 pm. Once you join, you’ll get a virtual bingo card to play for a chance to win exciting prizes! You can drop in for a single game or stay for them all. Each current term…
Find out more »Week of Welcome • Kahoot
Did you know Italians are very superstitious? Or that blowing your nose loudly is considered rude in Japan? In today’s multicultural world, it’s so important to keep an open mind and know about the diverse cultural norms from all around the world! Join NorQuest International for two intercultural Kahoot games – a fun way to test your knowledge about what you may know! Two lucky NorQuest students that participate will win $20 Amazon gift cards! You can find this session…
Find out more »Week of Welcome • Wellness Wednesday
Ask a Therapist Q&A Join the Centre for Growth and Harmony as they launch their Wellness Wednesday Fall series! This week they’ll be joined by a mental health professional from NorQuest’s Wellness Team who will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about mental health supports and services, or any practical tips or tricks you might need to get you through the Fall Term. The Wellness Wednesdays series is made up of open virtual events for students…
Find out more »Week of Welcome • SANQC Virtual Open House
During Week of Welcome we'll bring you a variety of exciting online activities! You'll get a chance to find out more about who your Students’ Association is, what we do, and how we are here for you! Participate by checking out our Virtual Open House through our Facebook and Instagram accounts. Sep 16: Get to know our friendly staff members who are also here to support you in your academic journey. We plan awesome events for you and provide you…
Find out more »Week of Welcome • Learner Centre 101
Test your knowledge at this fun event! Join the Tutorial and Academic Coaching Services team and Library staff in the Learner Centre for some friendly games and competition – and learn more about the services available to you.
Find out more »Week of Welcome • Tetr.io
Come play Tetr.io and learn about the NorQuest Esports community! Tetr.io is an online game where players compete in Tetris style block stacking with other players. If you have played the popular game Tetris, Tetr.io is very similar, and very fun! NorQuest Esports is a community who gather to have fun and play games. You can watch us or you can join in to play. We play what you play! Our community has over 400 members and is growing every…
Find out more »November 2021
2021 Fall Virtual Helping Hands Helpers
Welcome to our 2021 Helping Hands Helper campaign! This year you can help out and be a Holiday Helper by signing out tickets to shop for gifts for NorQuest students in need. If you are a 2021 Fall NorQuest student trying to register for the Helping Hands campaign, please click here. This year staff and faculty can also show their team spirit by shopping or donating on behalf of TEAM JILL or TEAM LEARNER EXPERIENCE. Independent helpers are also welcome!…
Find out more »Games Day • Pictionary & Codenames
Meet new friends or bring your NorQuest friends with you for a fun afternoon of Games Day! We'll be playing Pictionary and Codenames and there's no prior game experience required. Here's a sneak peek of what to look forward to: Pictionary: Each player will have a chance to draw their chosen word and other players have to guess it to earn points. The person with the most points after the game, wins! Codenames: You’ll play as a spymaster or an…
Find out more »Trivia Time • Edmonton’s Iconic Architecture
Can you name the iconic architectures around Edmonton? Let's tour our beautiful city together through our Trivia Time: Edmonton's Iconic Architecture! Watch our Facebook and Instagram stories on Mon, Nov 22 then answer our trivia questions about Edmonton's iconic architecture. Every question you answer correctly will get you an extra entry for a chance to win one of two $25 gift cards! Make sure to follow us on Facebook & Instagram @norquestsa for your chance to play!
Find out more »Grab and Go Stress Free Zone
Need a break from academics? We have some de-stressing activities you can get at our Grab and Go Stress Free Zone booth! Starting at 11 am on Wed, Nov 24, visit us in Imagine Hall and grab one of three kits* including slime, painting and 3D puzzles to enjoy. We'll include some activity suggestions you can do with the sets you take. When you try them out, send us a picture of your creation for us to share online or…
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