🌟 BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Welcome to a New Chapter at SELC

🍂 September 2026 | Start Strong. Stay Connected.

Dear Students,

A warm welcome to everyone who started a new program with us this September—and to all of our continuing and returning students.

Whether you are brand new to SELC, an SELC alumnus returning for another program, somewhere in the middle of your journey, or getting closer to completing your program, I want you to know something important:

We believe in you.

Every student’s journey is different. There will be exciting moments, challenging days, accomplishments you are proud of, and perhaps moments when you question yourself. September is a great opportunity to reset, refocus and remind yourself why you started.

My encouragement to you this month is simple:

Start Strong. Stay Connected.

Here are my Top 5 Tips for Success at SELC:

1. Show up.
Attend your classes, arrive on time, participate and be present. Consistency may seem simple, but it is one of the most powerful ingredients for success.

2. Ask for help before a small problem becomes a big one.
If you are struggling academically, financially, personally, or simply don't know what to do next, please talk to us. You do not have to wait until things become overwhelming before asking for support.

3. Get involved Beyond the Classroom.
Your experience in Canada is about more than earning a diploma. Attend workshops, career sessions, activities, walking tours and social events. Meet students outside your program, connect with our partners, explore Vancouver and build your network and community.

4. Take responsibility for your journey.
Check your SELC email, LMS, Class365 and Teams regularly. Know your deadlines, attendance requirements and responsibilities. Your instructors and our staff are here to guide and support you—but your success begins with you.

5. Remember why you started.
There may be difficult days. When they happen, reconnect with the reason you chose this journey and the future you are working toward. Every class you attend, assignment you complete and challenge you overcome is another step forward.

💛 We Are Here to Support You

At SELC, we want to support more than your education. We want to support your academic, professional, financial, social, cultural and personal growth while you are with us.

Get to know your instructors and our staff. Ask questions. Participate. Make connections. Take advantage of the opportunities available to you—and don't let your experience become only school → work → home → repeat.

Whether this is your first step, your next step, or one of your final steps at SELC, make this chapter count.

Start strong. Stay connected. Believe in yourself. We believe in you.

I look forward to seeing you around campus!

Warmly,
Cynthia Horton
Campus Director
SELC College & SELC Language College

🌟 Beyond the Classroom
Learn • Connect • Grow • Belong

We’re investing in YOU, not just your education.