Formation at HSS

7. GENERAL INFORMATION

7.1 BURSARIES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Seminarians are encouraged to apply for bursaries and scholarships to help offset the expenses they will incur during their formation. Awards from Saint Paul University and external bodies recognize academic excellence. Financial need is considered. The awards are primarily applied to tuition fees. For further information, consult the University catalogue.

7.2 ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

Taking individual action like turning off lights and equipment when leaving a room and recycling the paper used can make a difference. By using less energy, we can all do our part to help slow climate change and that's good for our health, our environment, and our future.

7.3 FEES AND EXPENSES

Room and Board $800.00 per month.
Tuition fees (effective May 1, 1997):
     Canadian students $1,260.00 per semester
     Non-Canadian students $3,600.00 per semester
     Students' Association $25.00 each year
     Canadian Federation of Students $12.00 each year
     University Health Insurance for non-Canadian students $580.00 each year

7.4 FINANCIAL AID

The Student Financial Aid Service at Saint Paul University cooperates with governmental financial aid offices and other bodies who guarantee loans or give grants to students. For further information, refer to the University calendar.

7.5 HEALTH SERVICES

Each year a seminarian is appointed to act as infirmarian and look after the immediate needs of seminarians who are ill. Information concerning names, addresses, and phone numbers of nearby hospitals, walk-in clinics, drug stores, doctors, dentists, chiropractics, etc., is posted on Seminary bulletin boards.

7.6 LAUNDRY

Seminarians are responsible for their own laundry, bed linens and towels. Washing machines and dryers are provided for your convenience.

7.7 LEAVE AND SUMMER HOLIDAYS

7.7.1 Free Weekends, Christmas Break and Spring Break

As a general rule, leave during the academic year begins when Seminary and class requirements have been fulfilled, for example, evaluations, community events and exams. Seminarians are to consult the calendar distributed at the outset of the Seminary Year for the beginning and end of leave periods. Any other absences from the Seminary require the prior approval of the Rector. In all cases, seminarians are to submit a completed "Notice of Leave" to the Rector. They are also to arrange for someone to take their place as Reader, Cantor, Palamar, and Dishwasher when applicable and complete any house cleaning duties prior to departure.

7.7.2 Summer Holidays

Seminarians are to report to their respective eparchies for the duration of their summer holidays. They should, therefore, be aware of eparchial policy and follow it. On the other hand, as summer holidays are part of the formation process, it is recommended that each seminarian, before leaving, write out what he intends to do during the holidays, including his plan for his spiritual life and leave a copy with the Rector. On returning to the Seminary, the candidate is to discuss with the Rector the successes and failures of the summer formation period.

7.8 LIBRARY

Holy Spirit Seminary maintains its own undergraduate theology library with some 4,000 volumes, 60 periodicals and 350 rare book holdings. The library is open to seminarians twenty-four hours a day. The various works can be consulted in-library or may be signed out, except for reference material, for in-house use for up to a period of two weeks. A librarian is chosen each year from among seminarians to assist in searches. Computers are also available for typing research papers, etc.

Seminarians also have access to Saint Paul University Library (one of the largest theological libraries in North America) and the Sheptytsky Institute Reading Room which specializes in Eastern Christian studies. These, however, are not lending libraries and the books must be used on-site.

7.9 MAIL

Incoming mail usually arrives by 9:00 am each day Monday-Friday and is distributed by a designated seminarian. Stamped outgoing mail can be sent through the Seminary Secretary. A Canada Post outlet is located nearby at Shopper's Drugmart or Saint Paul University can handle all your postal needs.

7.10 MEALS

Seminarians are requested to sign out for any meals not taken in-house. Notify the kitchen staff in advance of any expected guests. Supplies for bagged lunches are available. On Sundays seminarians, working in groups of two or three, have an opportunity to show off their culinary skills by preparing brunch and supper for the Seminary community.

7.11 PARKING

Seminarians with private vehicles may use the parking lot areas assigned to them. Plug-ins are available during the winter months.

7.12 ROOMS

Rooms are assigned by the Rector to new students upon their arrival. At the end of each academic year, the Prefect organizes a "Room Lottery" whereby students can request a room change according to seniority. Furniture and bedding are specific to each room and are not to be exchanged with that found in other rooms. For candidates with families, the Seminary can assist in finding suitable housing nearby.

7.13 SMOKING

Holy Spirit Seminary is a smoke-free environment. No smoking is allowed in any of the Seminary buildings.

7.14 SPORTS EQUIPMENT

The Seminary provides various sports equipment for indoor and outdoor physical exercise. Each student is asked to take responsible care of such equipment. Students are encouraged to bring their own bicycles.

7.15 STORAGE

Suitcases, boxes, etc. can be stored in the Tunnel. Each item should be clearly identified with the name of its owner and properly placed for easy accessibility and order.

7.16 TELEPHONE

Seminarians can have a private phone in their room at their own expense. They can also receive calls through the Seminary; however, no long distance calls can be made. Instead, seminarians can purchase calling cards at local retail outlets. Messages received are posted on the main bulletin board.

7.17 VISITORS

Seminarians are able to welcome their families into their private rooms to visit between the hours of 9:00 am and 10:00 pm. All visiting brother-seminarians and clergy are welcome to visit any areas of the Seminary and to participate in all activities of the community. Visitors other than family can be received in the student lounge or dining area. Visitors can stay overnight in one of the guest rooms with proper permission from the Rector. The kitchen staff should be informed in advance of any guests staying for meals. Guests should be introduced to the community through the Rector at the first available opportunity. Visitors should be hosted by the respective seminarian and not simply be left to themselves. The privacy of all members of the Seminary community should be respected.

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