For further information, please call Western Student Housing Ltd. at 754-6338. Many students find their own room and board. Malaspina's Housing department has lists of available accommodation in the Nanaimo area. Call 755-8756 for information. Under this program students gain two semesters of full-time, professional, paid work experience.
All instructors schedule office hours between classes.
Malaspina has a Writing Centre, a Math Learning Centre, a Computer Learning Centre and a First Nations Student Centre where students can get help. There are also workshops and seminars on such topics as stress and time management, dealing with exam anxiety, assertiveness skills, resume writing and job interview skills, library skills, essay writing, and reading comprehension. Students can take preparatory courses through the Adult Basic Education department. The College Foundations program allows students to complete the necessary requirements in English, biology, chemistry, math, and physics to apply for admission to a university program leading to a B.A., B.Sc., B.Ed, or other degrees. Yes, a First Nations Student Services Manager provides support to First Nations students.