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Hi everyone, I’m currently doing Computer Science at USask, and I’m a little confused about the rules for repeating courses.

If I fail a course, do I just register for it again through PAWS, or should I talk to an academic advisor/counsellor first?

Also, what happens if I passed a course but got a really low mark that is hurting my GPA? Can I retake the course to try to improve my grade, or are you only allowed to repeat courses that you failed?

I tried registering for a course I had already passed, but PAWS wouldn’t let me, so I’m wondering if there’s some kind of permission I need or if retaking it simply isn't allowed.

I’m a health science student and was wondering how I could get some volunteer experience and or shadowing a doctor
And when should I start getting experience for med school (I’m first year)

Does anyone know if the entire bowl is still blocked off for construction? Last month I couldn’t get across from riel to the geology building for my exams and I have another one tomorrow and need to plan where to be dropped off

I’m an incoming 1st year and have classes in different buildings and want to find the classes easily without feeling overwhelmed since campus is huge, when do I go? Do people help/guide you? I’m sure profs are lenient if you’re late perhaps the 1st week? Just wondering how to get started with the whole around campus thing since it’s all new!

Thankyouu

hi, so im doing nursing prep for the upcoming school year and i need to take one class of statistics.

what are some good stats classes?

Does anyone have opinions about Anthony Jenkins for PHIL 241? I admittedly am in dire need of a grade booster, and I’m pretty good at math so I thought this class would be a good idea - but I haven’t heard anything good about Jenkins.

Are his exams multiple choice? Are there papers?

What’s the difference between getting a digital copy of the textbook I need and just getting the physical copy. I mean for starters the textbook I need isn’t even available at the moment so I’m only left with getting the digital for that one or waiting until a physical copy becomes available but what are the pros and cons of each option?

As the title says, I didn't get a parking spot. What now? I have a super long commute to campus and need a spot. I noticed that they say the sale of parking passes aren't valid. Is that true? Is there any work around at all other than paying every day?

Welp, im sure many of you guys are tired of seeing parking posts

But i live in martensville and i need to make the commute daily to usask, whats my best bet for parking?

If i get my name in the waitlist it would be good but chances for that are looking low,

Bussing for me not an option really

Any recommendations?

Hey guys I got offered a parking spot but due to changes in my major most of my classes will now be online and I no longer need the parking spot. I did pay to get into the draw but I’m not required to pay for the parking spot correct? Sorry I just don’t want to pay $600 if I’m not going to be using it.

The parking office got back to me and said I was #322 on the waitlist. I wanted to ask is that a good position or not?

I’m wondering if anyone switched it out for their own mattress in dorms? Mostly my question is where did you put the university’s mattress, can you call maintenance to store it somewhere else for the year or do you just have to keep it until you move out?

Well, I didn’t get a parking spot. I put down every lot except lot 20 (I got that last year and was late for class a lot). I’m very worried and stressed out because I have to work immediately after school and can’t be at the mercy of busses. I got put on the waitlist but I don’t know if that means anything. So where can I go from here?

I have tried every single address combination and Amazon will not accept / verify my address for living in grad house.

Anyone who got Amazon delivered, what did you put in the address lines please 🙏🏻

Basically I am an international student who wants to study at Usask in the spring 2027 semester. I have done British education system which is A levels but I have only done AS (half of A levels). I have heard usask accepts AS results but there isn't anything that says it on the website.

Also, about arts and science, it says 70% on an advanced mathematics class is needed. I want to do social sciences and didn't take mathematics in A levels but have an A grade in Igcse O Levels, will that be acceptable?

If there is an international student who has any information about it, I will be grateful.

im really concerned about foot traffic, i dont have as many 10min gaps between classes this year as i did last but ive got enough to make it a concern, that tiny footbridge they have rn will probably take me 10mins to cram my way through lmao

Things you definitely want to bring that may not be mentioned:

Shower shoes!!! Shoes you wear IN the shower, not just TO the shower. Don’t want to be getting any foot fungus 🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️

Also a robe to wear to and from the showers! I find it easiest to wear a robe to and from and worry about getting undressed/dressed in your room

Quarters- laundry is free, but you do need quarters to start it. Bring at least 4 and keep them with your detergent or laundry basket

Also laundry basket you can easily carry. I find the backpack style really good. You’re probably travelling a pretty good distance with it, so make it convenient for you

A full length mirror if you want one for your room! They have them in the halls and bathrooms, but not always the door rooms

Don’t worry about bringing a lamp, desk, or personal mirror. They’re supplied and you really don’t want to deal with any more clutter than you have to. Space is limited.

Also a whole bunch of bags or even a wagon for move in day! As someone who has to make a dozen trips up and down, I’m very jealous of the wagon users

This was just off the top of my head, hopefully others can contribute what they found most helpful

I have parking at Lot 20, I’m looking for Lot S, if anybody wants to switch

I’m currently living in residence and I was late on applying for the parking pass. Is there anything that can be done?

I’m concerned with all these closed ways, university starts almost by the first of September 😭😭😭