FDU Vancouver Student Services
As the center of campus community life, the Office of Student Services is an integral part of the educational mission of Fairleigh Dickinson University Vancouver. By offering a variety of programs, services and facilities that meet the needs of the FDU community, the office recreates an environment for individuals to interact and learn from one another. It also provides opportunities for students, faculty and staff involvement in campus life.
FDU Vancouver values participatory decision making, self-directed activity and an open exchange of ideas. Through service to the campus community in volunteerism, and committees, FDU Vancouver fosters interactive and developmental experiences in leadership and social responsibility. Furthermore, it enhances the students’ academic experience through an extensive array of cultural, educational, recreational, social and leadership programs – thus developing well-rounded, confident citizens of the world.
The Office of Student Services honors individuality and values diversity. It provides opportunities to celebrate traditions that will shape the University’s future. The office is committed to fostering a community that cultivates dedication and pride in the University community.
At FDU Vancouver you will be an integral part of an exciting new international learning community. Together, you and other students from Canada and around the world will work toward achieving your educational and career goals, sharing knowledge and forging lifelong friendships.
Housing
FDU Vancouver offers dedicated housing support to help students find the right place to call home while they study with us. Our housing coordinator is here to help you with every step of the process – from navigating the local rental market, to securing a home tailored to yours or your family’s needs, to assist you with any housing related issues that may arise.
We provide a variety of housing options and search platforms tailored to individuals, couples and families, including homestays, shared and private accommodation and off-campus residences.
To learn more, please visit our website: Housing in Vancouver.
FDU Vancouver has a housing coordinator dedicated to supporting students with their housing needs: from navigating the housing market, to finding a new home suited for their families, to navigating housing related issues that may arise. We are able to share housing options for individuals, couples or families ranging from homestays, apartments shared or private accommodations, and off-campus student housing. For more information, please visit our website: Housing in Vancouver.
Student Life
As a member of FDU Vancouver’s student body, you will have a significant voice in the development of student life. You will help shape the kind of organizations, events and activities that will make your experiences at FDU rewarding and memorable.
Immigration Services
Our licensed Student Services staff also provide immigration advising and support to international students throughout their journey at FDU Vancouver. Services include guidance on study permits, co-op work permits, post-graduation work permits (PGWP), authorized working hours, and other immigration-related matters relevant to your status in Canada. Our knowledgeable advisors are available to answer your questions, assist with document preparation, and help ensure you remain in compliance with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regulations.
For more information or to book an appointment, please contact our International Student Advisor.
Meet your Student Services Team
Jobin Mojtabavi, MAS, RISIA, Director of Student Services and Chief Student Experience Officer
Sheenam Bhardwaj, MAS, Activities Coordinator
Emily (Mengting) Wang, MEd, RCIC, International Student Advisor
Andrée-Anne Pouliot, Housing Coordinator
Student Services Annual Activities
FDU Vancouver promotes interactive and developmental opportunities in leadership and social responsibility. The Student Services Department further enriches students’ academic journeys through a diverse range of cultural, educational, recreational, social, and leadership programs – cultivating well-rounded, confident global citizens.