Accessibility Transition Program (ATP): ATP is designed to introduce students registering with SAS to our services and supports and help them connect with their peers. Students who have submitted a Self-ID Form will be invited to take part. ATP is FREE and you can take part in 2 ways:
ATP: LAUNCH:
This is our online orientation, delivered via Blackboard, available to everyone studying on or off campus. Students completing all the Learning Pit Stops by September 5th will be sent a small gift!
To enroll:
- On Nipissing University webpage, go to “My Nipissing” in the top right corner
- Log into your student account if prompted and click “Orientation Modules” to select “2025 ATP Online Orientation”.
- Click “Submit” to enroll in the organization
To return to the orientation:
- Click on “MyNipissing” and select “Blackboard Learn” (log into your student account, if prompted).
- Select “Organizations” on the left-hand menu. You will see ATP: Launch listed.
ATP: CONNECT:
ATP: Connect is all about helping students transition to life at Nipissing University.
Our events will take place in late August and include a quieter, early move into residence, finding classes and social events. Students will also get personalized support from the SAS
Our event calendar can be found below and the deadline to register is August 11th.
Monitor your email and this page for updates. You can also reach out by email at atp@nipissingu.ca or by calling 705-474-3450, Ext. 4331/4633.
Early Move In
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Chancellors House
Your new home awaits! Residence and SAS staff will be ready to greet you and your supporters when you pick up your keys. (Registration Required)
Meet & Greet (with supporters)
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: NUSU Centre
Students and their supporters are invited to Join us for lunch. (Registration Required)
Fun and Games (students only)
2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: SAS Office (B210)
What a day! Come enjoy some friendly competition and connect with your peers.
We will be focusing on what you need to know about SAS, what we do and how to receive the support you need.
Breakfast + Intro to Accommodations
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: A259
This will be a brief overview of how SAS supports students and the part YOU play in your success. (Registration Required)
Understanding Accommodations
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: A259
This session will cover the following and include hands-on demonstrations.
- Registration and Accommodation Planning
- Note-Taking
- Testing
Break + Tour of SAS
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Adaptive Technology
12:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Centre for Teaching and Learning (A250)
This session will introduce students to different accessibility features and software available to everyone or as accommodations.
If you couldn’t join earlier sessions or need a refresher, come and visit!
SAS Drop In
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: B210
We will be here to:
- help you find your classes
- connect you with an Accessibility Consultant
- walk you through the process of requesting accommodations