Shad McGill
2022 INFORMATION GUIDE
McGill ranks 1st in Canada among medical-doctoral universities (Maclean’s) and 32nd in the world (QS World University Rankings). The University has also been listed among Montreal’s Top Employers for 10 consecutive years.
Shad McGill is proud and appreciative of the opportunity to leverage the academic prowess, resources, remarkable individuals, and cultural influences within this campus to provide you with a transformational learning experience. You will be provided a creative, stimulating environment for which to nurture and apply your skills and creativity. Innovative, immersive, and driven – get ready to discover firsthand why McGill is a place of excellence.
McGill ranks 1st in Canada among medical-doctoral universities (Maclean’s) and 32nd in the world (QS World University Rankings). The University has also been listed among Montreal’s Top Employers for 10 consecutive years.
Shad McGill is proud and appreciative of the opportunity to leverage the academic prowess, resources, remarkable individuals, and cultural influences within this campus to provide you with a transformational learning experience. You will be provided a creative, stimulating environment for which to nurture and apply your skills and creativity. Innovative, immersive, and driven – get ready to discover firsthand why McGill is a place of excellence.
- Arriving at Shad
- Your New Home
- Arriving at Shad
- Your Shad Campus
Arriving at Shad
Shad2022 runs from July 3 to July 29. We kindly request that you arrive between 12 p.m. and no later than 6 p.m. on Sunday, July 3. The earlier you arrive, the more time you will have to familiarize yourself with the campus, the program team and the other participants.
Your Shad Campus
Shads and the program team will be living in double rooms on campus. Each Shad will have a roommate of the same gender. Roommate assignments will be made prior to your arrival at residence. Shad Team Members will be living in residence on the same floors.
Bedding and linen will be provided (pillow, blanket and sheets). Be sure to bring your own towels, soap, shampoo and other toiletries.
You will be living in residence on the university campus, and there will be other paying guests using the residence accommodations on other floors. You have the responsibility of keeping your property safe and keeping your room door locked. Shads will be held financially responsible for replacing any lost keys to the residence.
- FOOD
- RESIDENCE KEY
- BANKING
- COMPUTERS
- LAUNDRY
- food
- residence key
- banking
- computers
- laundry
Food
Most of our meals will be eaten on campus. Keep in mind that it is a university, so the food may not be like your home-cooked meals. There will be a variety of food that accommodates most tastes.
Please ensure you let us know of any dietary requirements or allergies if you have not done so already.
Residence Key
You will be given residence keys for which you will be responsible. More information will be shared by your program director.
Banking
We recommend that you bring some pocket money with you for transportation to and from the airport, laundry, and purchasing souvenirs. There are no additional mandatory expenses.
There are bank ATMs available on campus should you need to withdraw additional funds.
Computers
You have an option to bring a laptop, tablet, or another personal computing device for research, word processing, and other tasks related to the program. Wi-Fi access is available in residence and elsewhere on campus. Shad team members will assist you with Wi-Fi setup upon arrival. The University and Shad Canada do not take any responsibility for lost/damaged/stolen valuables or property.
Laundry
There will be pay-per-use washers and dryers available. Laundry detergent is available on campus. If you have any allergies to certain types of detergent, please bring your own.
While there are no irons in the rooms, if needed, an iron can be borrowed for use.
- Christopher Moraes
- Elizabeth Migneron
- Christopher Moraes
- Elizabeth Migneron
Christopher Moraes
Program Director
In real life, I’m a mild-mannered professor of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering here at McGill, and a Canada Research Chair in Advanced Cellular Microenvironments (which is a very complicated way of saying that I’m interested in how and why cells and tissues behave, and what we can do about that). I’ve been teaching at Shad for many years now, and it’s really all of you who keep me coming back – looking forward to seeing what we can accomplish together this July!
Elizabeth Migneron
Assistant Program Director
She’s also evaluated applications and helped with the promotion of the program throughout the years. She got back on campus in 2018 as a Faculty Member when Shad McGill opened its doors. For the ShadOnline 2020 program, Eli was the APD for the Sirius Campus and this year she will take on the APD role at Shad McGill. Elizabeth holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Ottawa, a certificate in Social Work from Université Laval, and a Master’s in Psychopedagogy, with a specialization in Sport Psychology. Residing in Sherbrooke, she works as a Mental Performance Consultant and coaches short track speed skating at the club level. She is also the High-Performance Director with the Ontario Speed Skating Association. Through her different roles, Elizabeth’s goal is to help you and athletes reach their full potential in a holistic way.
Christopher Moraes
Elizabeth Migneron
CLOTHING - ACCESSORIES
- Jacket/Raincoat with hood
- Baseball-type hat (sun/rain)
- Hoodie or sweater
- Long pants and shorts (long pants may be required in labs)
- Long and short sleeve t-shirts
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Socks
- Swimwear
- Comfortable clothing for daily fitness activities
- 1 business formal outfit and shoes
FOOTWEAR
- 2 pairs of athletic shoes (for indoor and outdoor use; closed toe shoes required in athletic facilities and labs)
- Sandals or flip / flops (for shower use)
- Water safe shoes / water shoes
PERSONAL ITEMS
- Towel, face cloth
- Beach towel for water activities
- Hairdryer
- Toiletries (shampoo, soap, toothbrush/paste, etc.)
- A supply of face masks (just in case)
- Other personal hygiene items (hand sanitizer, tissues, deodorant, etc.)
Documents and Medication
- Health card
- Medical insurance card (if available)
- Bank card (if you choose to bring one)
- Medication (if needed)
- Extra pair of glasses/contacts (if you wear them)
- Prescription refill note (if taking medication)
Outdoor Gear
- Reusable water bottle
- Sunscreen (SPF 30 or greater)
- Sunglasses
- Hiking hat or baseball cap
- Insect repellent
- Lip balm
- Umbrella
- Small backpack (for hiking/day trips)
- Flashlight (NOT your phone)
- Sleeping bag
- Camping mug, bowl, plate and utensils (optional)
- Air mattress / foam (for under your sleeping bag – optional)
- Hiking shoes / boots
Other
(Highly recommended, but not mandatory)
- Personal notebook or paper
- Writing tools
- Laptop, tablet, or smartphone
- Memory stick
- Alarm clock
- Watch
- Calculator
- Camera
- Binoculars
- Reading material
- Basic sports equipment (baseball glove and ball, football, etc.)
- Musical instruments (along with sheet music)
- Music
- Pocket Money (a small amount for things like laundry, taxi to / from airport, and souvenirs)
- Extra pillow (for more of an “at home” feeling)
- Extra hangers
- Small fan
DO NOT BRING
- Game system / TV
- Pets (service animals exempted; please inform your program director for accommodations)
- Any dangerous goods or weapons
- Perfumes, colognes, or other strong scents
- Expensive jewelry or other valuables
- AN INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
- SUPERVISED COMMUNITY
- THE SCHEDULE
- TECH-ETIQUETTE: APPROPRIATE USAGE
- RECREATION AT SHAD
- ENERGY MANAGEMENT
- DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
- SUPERVISED COMMUNITY
- THE SCHEDULE
- TECH-ETIQUETTE: APPROPRIATE USAGE
- RECREATION AT SHAD
- ENERGY MANAGEMENT
DIVERSE & INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
A diverse and inclusive community is an important value of the Shad program. You will meet students from across Canada, with different lived experiences and backgrounds. Some of you have experience with complex, high responsibility activities such as traveling or being away from home, while for others, this may be your first time being apart from family. Respect for all individuals is a requirement for a successful community.
Community must be preserved and protected in the Shad program. There are no exclusive relationships at Shad, whether for the purposes of romance, clique, gender, ethnicity, or any other reason. Relationships that exclude (or attempt to exclude) others will not be accepted. Intentionally excluding others is a form of bullying and could result in dismissal from the program. The month at Shad provides you the opportunity to make connections with a community of other exceptional students. We hope that this tight-knit community that forms at Shad will continue for many years after the program.
SUPERVISED COMMUNITY
Shad is a supervised community. Every member of the program team is charged with the responsibility of ensuring your safety and protection. We take this responsibility seriously! This means that we will need to know approximately where you are and what you are doing at all times. This level of awareness ensures that in case of an emergency, we can account for your whereabouts quickly.
You are also a partner in ensuring your own safety and the safety of the Shad community. You are expected to ensure that your behaviour is always aligned with the Shad values.
Just because the community is supervised does not mean that you won’t have freedom to engage in a range of activities across the university campus. We take advantage of many of the various programs, departments, recreational facilities and spaces on campus to ensure that you enjoy an exciting university experience.
SCHEDULE
You can expect life at Shad to be busy, but don’t worry, we have downtime and recreational activities built into the program as well. Each day, you can expect a different combination of lectures, workshops, recreational and cultural activities, as well as unscheduled time that you can use to connect with your peers, work on your design project, and reflect on what you’ve learned and accomplished so far.
TECH-ETIQUETTE: APPROPRIATE USAGE
The ability to rapidly access relevant information can be key to innovation. There is no question that effective use of technology can be a useful tool. That said, the appropriate use of technology is essential for an effective learning/teaching/cooperative environment. There is etiquette for the use of technology. Rather than provide a long list of rules that will define acceptable use of technology, our technology policy is governed by the same core values as Shad.
All use of technology — including cell phones, notebooks, tablets, translators and the like — must uphold the principles of excellence, responsibility and creativity. While you might be an exceptional multitasker, maintaining devoted attention to a task at hand is a hallmark of responsibility and maturity. When it comes to the use of technology, know what’s right, do what’s right and be respectful!
RECREATION AT SHAD
We have time set aside for recreational activities. These include cultural events, field trips and many opportunities to take in the beautiful scenery of the area.
ENERGY MANAGEMENT
Shad is most enriching when we have sufficient energy to be fully engaged in all program activities. After a long and busy day, everyone needs adequate rest. We also need to respect others and allow them to re-energize themselves by getting the rest they need. Please manage your energy levels appropriately and allow others to do the same by going to bed at the appropriate time.
- Living with Respect
- Creativity
- EXCELLENCE
- COMMUNITY
- DIVERSITY
- RESPONSIBILITY
- Living with Respect
- Creativity
- EXCELLENCE
- COMMUNITY
- DIVERSITY
- RESPONSIBILITY
LIVING WITH RESPECT
Our values are what make Shad the incredible program that it is. At our Shad campus these values are vigorously embraced – just like they are at each of the other campuses across Canada. Being a Shad means accepting these values fully into everything you do! Adherence to these values determines how successful your Shad experience will be. They are sacred trusts.
EXCELLENCE
We aspire to excellence in all we do.
DIVERSITY
We value diversity and open discussion.
CREATIVITY
We cherish the freedom to explore, create, and innovate.
COMMUNITY
We are committed to the respect, cooperation, and shared fun that builds a powerful, supportive community, while remaining mindful of the safety and well-being of that community.
RESPONSIBILITY
Our behaviour is always governed by respect for others and the highest standards of ethical conduct.
What happens when a diverse group of high school students from across Canada come together in the spirit of science, technology and entrepreneurship? Shad Open Day is a day to put your campus and your accomplishments on display for the community.
On Thursday, July 28th, family, friends and community members are invited to join us for a day of demonstrations and exhibits. You will get the chance to showcase your team’s innovation and your own special talents for the extended community.
We understand that some of you will be traveling far from home to attend Shad and therefore it will be more difficult for your family members to make it for Open Day. Do not worry – there will be many of your fellow Shads in the same position and you will still enjoy the magic of Open Day!
We are obligated to vacate our rooms by 11:00 am on Friday, July 29.
If your family is attending Open Day, please let them know that the program does not end until Friday, July 29. They can pick you up any time after 8:00 am on Friday, July 29.
The Shad program concludes at 11:00 am on July 29 and Shad will no longer be responsible for you after this time.
- SHAD TILES
- SHAD TILES
SHAD TILES
Make a tile about yourself to bring to the program. Your tile should tell us something about yourself that you would like to share with us… an interest, a passion, an insight into who you are. You may make your tile out of anything using any medium or style. Be creative!
Use text, images, textiles, etc. Incorporate your full name on the front of the tile so that those viewing it can easily see whose tile it is. It must measure roughly 15 cm by 15 cm. We will be attaching the tiles to a display, so be sure not to use anything too heavy!
During the program you will present your tile to the group.
- SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS
- VISITORS
- CONTACT DURING THE PROGRAM
- SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS
- VISITORS
- CONTACT DURING THE PROGRAM
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS
Q: I have a special accommodation request. How do I submit my request and will you be able to help me?
A: You will need to inform us of the special accommodations that you require ahead of time. We will let you know what we can do to support you as best as possible. We want to help make sure your experience here is exceptional.
VISITORS
Q: Can I have visitors during Shad? Can my parents take me off campus for a non-emergency reason?
A: No. Visitors are only welcome to come to Shad on Open Day on Thursday, July 28.
CONTACT DURING THE PROGRAM
Q: How can my parents contact me during Shad?
A: Your parents can contact you on your cell phone (although you may not be able to answer due to program activities).