Sessional Commons Resources and Guidelines

Teaching and Learning

Looking for Somewhere to Work While at Haskayne?


There are three Sessional Commons rooms available to you – SH 239, SH 241 and SH 431. Each offers you a short-term touchdown workspace.


About SH 239 and SH 241

Please leave the doors to SH 239 and SH 241 unlocked.

  • Two workstations each (desk and chair)
  • Quiet office space
  • No available technology, but you are welcome to bring your own device


About SH 431

Access SH 431 with the code provided in your welcome letter. Please ensure that the door is always locked – even if only temporarily leaving the room.

Resources

  • Two PC computers c/w Microsoft Office 2016, Adobe Acrobat Pro, FortiClient VPN, and commonly used web browsers. (Note: software is subject to change)
  • Shared desks with corresponding lockable pedestals
  • Basic office supplies
     

Computer Use

  • Login using your IT username & password
  • Please do not allow someone else access on your login
  • If you forget your UCIT username and/or password: https://password.ucalgary.ca


Leaving for the Day

  • If you make use of the pedestal storage, please place the key back the lock
  • If there is no one else in the room, please turn off the lights and ensure the door is locked


Guidelines for All Sessional Commons Spaces


Room Use

  • Ensure that your valuables are secure. UCalgary is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Please take all your items and belongings with you when you leave
  • Please keep all Sessional Commons spaces clean and tidy
  • Please place garbage/compostables in the proper hallway receptacle


Accessing Wi-Fi


Printing

As of fall 2023, you can now print from a personal laptop/device as well as a UCalgary computer.

  • Your personal device(s) needs to be on the wired UCalgary network or AirUC-Secure Wi-Fi
  • Follow these provided instructions in accordance with your device/operating system


Meeting with Your Learners

You may meet your learners in a sessional commons space, provided:

  • It does not distract fellow sessionals
  • It does not involve confidential matters
     

Please self-book SH 477 (right-click to open in a new window) for confidential student conversation and/or one-on-one student meetings.

To book a conference room to hold ongoing office hours, please contact your Teaching and Learning Administrator.


Office Supplies

  • If 4th floor supplies are low, please advise Area Administrators: Robert Maigari [SH 350B] or Leslie Holmes [SH 350]
  • If 2nd floor supplies are low, please advise Area Administrator: Sylvia Fuchek [SH 352]
  • If you require supplies particular to a classroom exercise, please contact your Teaching and Learning Administrator
     

After Hours Assistance

  • Campus Security: 403-220-5333 (Available 24/7)
  • Safewalk: Call Campus Security to have someone walk with you to a campus destination
  • For assistance if locked out of a pedestal, text or call 403-542-5853