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This page is about the women's college in Ontario. For the university in Kentucky, see Brescia University. For the university in Italy, see University of Brescia.

Brescia University College

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Former names	Ursuline College (1919-1963) Brescia College (1963-2001)
Motto	Choose to Lead
Type	Affiliated college of The University of Western Ontario, Public university
Established	1919
Affiliation	Roman Catholic
Principal	Dr. Colleen Hanycz
Academic staff	46
Undergraduates	922 full time + 135 part time
Postgraduates	12
Address	1285 Western Road, London, Ontario, Canada, N6G 1H2 , London , Ontario , Canada
Campus	Urban
Colours	Blue and Gold
Affiliations	AUCC, IAU, COU, ACU, WCC
Mascot	Bee (Queen Bee)
Website	http://www.brescia.uwo.ca

Brescia University College is a Catholic liberal arts college for women located in London, Ontario, Canada. Affiliated with the University of Western Ontario, Brescia is the only university-level women's college in Canada. It has approximately 1,100 undergraduate students.

Mission statement

Brescia University College is a student-centered community that educates women to think critically and to participate actively in society. A Catholic college in the Ursuline tradition, we prepare our graduates to lead with wisdom, justice and compassion in a changing world.

According to its mission statement, Brescia University College:

• is a Catholic college in the Ursuline tradition,
• educates women to think critically and to participate actively in society.
• is a student-centred community,
• prepares graduates to respond with wisdom, justice and compassion to a changing world.

Vision statement

Brescia will be the university college of choice for women seeking an inclusive community of learning that combines academic excellence with opportunity for service and leadership.

History

Brescia University College is the only university-level women's college in Canada.

Brescia was founded in 1919 as Ursuline College by the Ursulines. It was originally located at 556 Wellington Street London, Ontario. It was founded as a Roman Catholic affiliate of the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario. From the beginning, the graduates have always received University of Western Ontario degrees. The Ursuline Sisters named the Roman Catholic college after the Italian city of Brescia where their religious institute was founded. The first class was of seven young women. Construction at the present location (1285 Western Road London, Ontario) began in 1923. Brescia Hall was the first building and was built by contractor Joseph Michael Piggot. Brescia Hall was renamed "Ursuline Hall". Ursuline College was renamed "Brescia College" in 1963, and in 2001.

Brescia has a long history of developing women leaders. The Ursuline Sisters- the founders- they’re the front-runners in developing leadership among women. The College continues this tradition through its ongoing focus of educating women and providing students with leadership opportunities through their educational experience renamed "Brescia University College".

Programs

• Bachelor of Arts (English, French, Psychology, Sociology, Family Studies, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Community Development, Political Science,and Dimensions of Leadership)
• Bachelor of Management & Organizational Studies
• Bachelor of Science (Foods & Nutrition)
• Bachelor of Arts (Human Ecology)
• Bachelor of Science (Human Ecology)
• Master of Foods and Nutritional Sciences
• Certificate in Community Development
• Certificate in Religious Education

The Honours Bachelors of Science in Foods and Nutrition at Brescia is accredited by Dietitians of Canada. This means people who graduate with this degree are eligible to apply for dietetic internship placements.

The Diploma in Dietetics Education and Practical Training is a one year post-degree, professional program for graduates with an honours degree in Foods and Nutrition within the last three years. This Diploma is a comprehensive internship program, which combines the exceptional learning experiences of academic courses with extensive practical training to prepare the student for a career as a registered dietitian.

The Master of Foods and Nutritional Sciences programme is divided into two streams. The internship stream is for people who have graduated from a programme accredited by Dietitians of Canada. It combines a masters degree and an internship and upon graduating, the person has an MSc and can write the exam needed to become a registered dietitian. The second stream is for people who are already a Registered Dietitian in Canada.

Brescia also offers a Pre-University Year programme. According to the Brescia website, the Preliminary Year is a one-year university preparatory programme taught by university professors on the College campus. This programme is co-educational.

• The Preliminary Year: For students who lack the admission requirements for first year university

• CultureWorks: Brescia partners with an English Language school for students needing help with their English language skills

• The English Language Centre at Western University: Brescia partners with Western’s English Language Centre, where students who require training in the English language can submit a joint application for ESL and degree programs at Brescia

• Wise Program: Students in Grade 12 from a local high school can take a Brescia course

The Preliminary Year programme and the Masters of Science are co-education; all undergraduate programs are women-only. However, all courses are accessible to UWO students, male or female, including students from Western's two other affiliated university colleges.

Our Campus

Brescia University College, Canada’s only women’s university is situated on a hill surrounded by beautiful gardens and open greenery areas in London, Ontario.

The supportive and welcoming campus features a castle-like Usuline Hall and a brand new modern residence and Mercato dining pavilion.

The Mother St. James Memorial Building is where most classes are held the Beryl Ivey Library.

The Western University campus is a short walking distance from the Brescia campus just down the hill.

Residence

Why Live in Residence?

• As a first-year student or an upper-year student, everyone is guaranteed a place in residence as a Brescia student

• Convenience. All of your classes at Brescia are less than a five-minute walk and the intercampus shuttle stop to Western main campus and King’s is right outside the residence.

• Great Food. The Mercato at Clare Hall is headed by a Red Seal Chef and has a wide range of stations offering fresh, made-to-order dishes with emphasis on local foods.

• Common areas in the residence have a kitchenette, including an oven, microwave, sink, fridge, and eating area for students’ use.

• In residence, there are so many new people to meet and will always be surrounded by a community. Some of these friendships will last a lifetime.

• Personal Growth Outside the Classroom. Brescia Residence offers a wide range of involvement, leadership, employment, and service opportunities that allow students to develop valuable skills.

• Upper-Year Floors. Stay in residence after first year in an atmosphere that empowers upper-year students to still be responsible, independent, and mature

Each room is equipped with:

• Built in 7-foot floor-to-ceiling closets

• Built in desk, shelves, and window seat

• A queen-sized bed

• An ergonomic and fully-adjustable desk chair

• A moveable night stand

• Wireless Rez Net

• Cable (students can set up an account with Rogers if they please)

• Laminate wood-grain flooring

• A sink, oversized mirror, and additional under-sink storage

• Blackout blinds

The en suite bathroom, usually shared with another student, includes an oversized single shower and an environmentally friendly, dual-flush toilet. The single rooms with a private en suite bathroom are limited and are available for students with special considerations.

Amenities

• Laundry facilities

• A fitness room

• Study room on each floor

• Common areas with kitchenettes

• 24/7 front desk security

Meal Plan Each student must purchase a meal plan, which can be used to make purchases in The Mercato and the Starbucks Kiosk. Clare Hall Residence_ 271 Ramsay Road_ London, Ontario, Canada N6G 1N7_ Telephone: 519-858-5150_ Email: brescia-res@uwo.ca

Student Life

Brescia University College is a small campus, but a vibrant energy is felt throughout the campus. Students will also feel welcomed, safe, and secure, and apart of a family. As an affiliated university college with Western, students still have full access to the Western Clubs System and Western University’s Sports and Recreation Services .

Ways to Get Involved at Brescia • Join the Circle Women’s Centre, a vibrant women’s network that supports activist groups and sponsors special events . • Sign up for the Professional Mentoring Program to connect real world experiences with classroom learning . • Join the Students’ Council . • Join the Brescia Choir .

Check out the Event Calendar for upcoming events

Buildings

James Carlisle Pennington designed Brescia Hall (1924–25) for the Ursuline Sisters, near Western Road at Sarnia Road, on the campus of the University of Western Ontario. The Mother St. James memorial building is the main building on campus. It houses classrooms, offices, student services, the business office, the Beryl Ivey Library and computer lab, the Mother St. James Memorial Auditorium, a coffee shop and the Circle Women’s Centre resource centre. The Ursuline hall is the residence for 170 female students. Ursuline Hall also has the cafeteria (Castle Café), some professors' offices, the food laboratories and a few classrooms. In September 2013, Brescia opened its new residence building and dining pavilion, Clare Hall, which houses just over 300 students and features a state of the art eatery.

Advertising Controversy

Early into the 2010/2011 academic year, a new advertising campaign sparked controversy for the University College. The campaign, known as Bresia Bold, was meant to call attention to Bresia's unique position as the only university-level women's college in Canada through edgy, (quasi-)feminist marketing. A sign, displaying a former Brescia student and the message: "Her mind is as sharp as her heels", was the source of said controversy. Amidst claims that it "enforced gender stereotypes", "heteronormativity", and "focus[ed] on appearances rather than substance", the advertisement was removed from Brescia's campus.

Notable alumnae

• Margaret Chan - Director General of the World Health Organization (BA 1973)
• Beryl Ivey, CM - Philanthropist (BA 1947)

See also

Books

• Murray Llewellyn Barr A century of medicine at Western: a centennial history of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Western Ontario (London: University of Western Ontario, 1977), ISBN 0-919534-00-7
• John R. W. Gwynne-Timothy Western's first century (London: University of Western Ontario, 1978)
• Ruth Davis Talman 'The beginnings and development of the University of Western Ontario, 1878-1924.' (MA Thesis, University of Western Ontario, 1925)
• Available from the Beryl Ivey Library are Emeritus Professor of History Dr. Patricia Skidmore's books Brescia College 1919-1979 and The History of Brescia

External links

• The Official Website
• Financial Aid Website
• Housing and Residence Website
• Special Needs Website
• The Ursuline entry in The Catholic Encyclopedia
• Brescia University College
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• CultureWorks
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• Works by An anonomous Ursuline at Project Gutenberg

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