Fall 2026 STEM Study Hall Hours (Starting Sept. 14)

All drop-in hours are in Study Hall (Shawenjigewining Hall, Second Floor, SHA 229) unless indicated otherwise.

* All times listed are subject to change. Please refer back to this site prior to attending Study Hall for the most accurate information.

Student Learning Support Policies

Subject Specialist appointment guidelines
Peer Educator appointment guidelines

When you use any of the services provided by Student Learning Support, you agree to follow both these appointment guidelines and the Ontario Tech Student Conduct Policy. Our goal is to make our services respectful, supportive, and fair for everyone.

1. Be Respectful

• Treat tutors, staff, and other students with kindness and courtesy.
• Keep the space focused on learning — it’s not a place for socializing.
• Respect others’ time and privacy. Don’t interrupt sessions or stay past your appointment.
• Only contact tutors or subject specialists through approved channels (for example, the QuadC booking system) and during reasonable hours.
• Don’t record online sessions (audio, video, screenshots) unless you have permission from those in the session.

2. Follow Booking Rules

• Book appointments through the official QuadC booking system only.
• Follow the maximum number of appointments per week rule.
• Cancel or reschedule if you can’t attend. Please give as much notice as possible.
• Appointments cancelled with less than 24-hours’ notice will count as a no-show/strike.
• Understand that three no-shows/strikes in a single semester will result in your QuadC account being frozen until you complete the required form.
• Don’t “drop in” without an appointment unless it’s clearly allowed.
• Leave the study space or online room when your appointment ends so others can have their turn.

3. Act with Academic Integrity

• Use support honestly — we’re here to help you learn, not to do your work for you.
• Never ask or expect a tutor to complete, edit, or fix your assignment for submission.
• Don’t share or upload work that isn’t yours.
• Follow all academic integrity rules for your courses and programs.
• Use feedback from tutors to improve your own understanding and skills.

4. Use Services Fairly

• Be patient when demand is high; others deserve equal access to help.
• Show up on time and be prepared for your session.
• If you miss multiple appointments or don’t follow the booking guidelines, your booking privileges may be limited.
• Ask questions and participate actively — the more engaged you are, the more you’ll learn.

5. If Something Goes Wrong

• Small issues (like misunderstandings or missed appointments) are usually handled by SLS staff.
• More serious issues (like disrespect, harassment, violence, repeated no-shows, or academic misconduct) may be reviewed under the Ontario Tech Student Conduct Policy.
• You’ll always have a chance to share your side if a concern is raised.

6. We’re Here to Help

These guidelines are meant to keep our learning spaces safe, fair, and welcoming for everyone. If you ever have questions about what’s expected or want to report a concern, please talk to a member of the Student Learning Support team.

Subject Specialist Services

Subject specialists are educators who hold a Master’s degree or higher in their discipline. They provide a variety of sessions, including:

• One-on-one appointments (pre-booked)
• One-on-one appointments (same day booking)
• Academic support workshops
• Study Hall supervision
• And more.

Subject specialists are available in the following disciplines:

• Chemistry
• EAL/ESL
• Engineering
• Math
• Physics
• Writing

Important: In addition, students understand that three no-shows in a single semester will result in your QuadC account being frozen until you complete the required form.

Subject specialists do

• Provide guidance and support for specific topics or questions in Ontario Tech academic courses.
• Help clarify questions and correct misunderstandings about course content.
• Encourage students to connect with other campus supports (e.g., Academic Advising, Student Mental Health, Student Accessibility Services).

Subject specialists do not

• Meet with students outside their posted availability on QuadC (e.g., drop-ins or office visits).
• Book appointments for students by email or in person.
• “Check over”, correct, or edit assignments or homework.
• Work on assignments due the same day.
• Comment on student grades or attendance at sessions.
• Advocate for students in academic appeals.
• Act as a teaching assistant (TA) or provide feedback on specific homework, assignments, or exams.
• Review cover letters, resumes, papers for publication, or work from other academic institutions.
• Provide support for take-home exams or take-home final assignments.

Peer Educator Services

Peer educators are trained Ontario Tech students with a GPA of 3.3 or higher and a grade of A or higher in each course they tutor. They cover a variety of courses, which can be found on QuadC.

Peer educators do

• Provide guidance and support for specific topics or questions in Ontario Tech academic courses.
• Help clarify questions and correct misunderstandings about course content.
• Encourage students to seek additional academic support (e.g., with a subject specialist).

Peer educators do not

• Support courses in which they are currently enrolled or TA in.
• Support courses they have not taken, or have not achieved an A or better grade.
• Provide extra help outside of their scheduled appointments.
• “Check over”, correct, or edit assignments or homework.
• Work on assignments due the same day.
• Distribute their own notes from the course.
• Comment on student grades or attendance at sessions.
• Advocate for students in academic appeals.
• Act as a teaching assistant (TA) or provide feedback on specific homework, assignments, or exams.
• Review cover letters, resumes, papers for publication, or work from other academic institutions.
• Provide support for take-home exams or take-home final assignments.
• Support graduate students (these students must see a subject specialist).