May 9, 2024 The typical school year for a University of Calgary student takes place between September to April. So, what happens during the other four months? Learn about the different things UCalgary students do during the warm weather in this blog!  On Campus:Aquatic Centre: Cool off from the sizzling summer temperatures at the UCalgary Aquatic Centre. The Aquatic Centre is a competition pool on campus that is open to the public during scheduled times. Take a dip in the pool and cool off before venturing back into the sunny Calgary weather. Outdoor Centre: Did you know that UCalgary students get a discount on all Outdoor Centre rentals and equipment? When you become a UCalgary Dino, get a chance to enjoy the wide variety of equipment, classes and more. Take part in their summer programs and experience hang gliding/paragliding, canoeing, hiking and many other opportunities through the Outdoor Centre. Active Living: Extend your Active Living membership and maintain access to the Fitness Centre, Racquet Centre and more all summer long! UCalgary students have an Active Living membership included in their fees and tuition, and students can extend this into the summer. Take a spring/summer class: UCalgary offers spring and summer classes yearly for all future Dino’s to take. Spring and summer classes are courses that take place over a 2-month period as opposed to a 4-month period like in fall/winter. Take a class with friends, knock out a degree requirement and expedite your degree using spring and summer classes. Become a camp leader: In the summer you may notice that we have a few more kids running around campus. That’s because Active Living offers Mini University and different summer camps! Get involved, gain vital workplace skills and engage in some fun summer activities by becoming a camp leader for our future generation of Dinos! Off Campus:Work a co-operative work term or start an internship: The end of the winter semester is a great opportunity to find a new work term placement! Whether that be a 4-month co-op work term or the beginning of 12-to-16-month internship, gain real-world work experience in between semesters and come back to classes in the fall with some added experience on your resume. Go to festivals and markets: Calgary’s market and festival scene ramps up when the weather gets warm, and they can be the ideal spot to hang out with friends and enjoy the summer heat. From the world-famous Calgary Stampede to the Lilac Festival and Global Fest, enjoy the energy that Calgary residents bring to summer events city-wide. Explore nature around Calgary: With the spring and summer incoming, it’s the ideal time to explore the world-renowned town of Banff and the surrounding Rocky Mountains. From beginner trails to hard terrain, there’s something for everyone in the Rockies – including gorgeous lakes and wildlife a short 1-hour drive from Calgary.
Do you have additional questions? Connect with a UCalgary recruitment advisor to find a program that is the right fit for you. We have recruitment advisors who specialize in supporting students from your province or country.
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