Training Terminology: Get familiar with the lingo
Posted on Tuesday, September 15th, 2026
Training for the new Student Information System (SIS), Thesis SM, is coming in Fall 2026. We’ve already outlined what you can expect before it begins, but with this important milestone comes some terminology that might sound unfamiliar to you.
Not to worry! We’ve compiled a list of all the important terms and definitions to help you understand the lingo and better navigate training. If you’ve already heard of these terms, then this will be a good refresher.
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What is Student Self-Enrolment? Watch the August 2026 R3 Showcase event!
Posted on Monday, August 31st, 2026
The August 2026 R3 Project Showcase event was hosted by Krista Pearson, Vice President of Student Services and R3 Project’s Executive Sponsor, who welcomed more than 300 participants.
This event focused on Student Self-Enrolment, a big and important change coming with the new Student Information System (SIS), Thesis SM, and the accompanying Thesis Student Portal. This topic has also been covered several times at past Showcase events.
Claude Brulé, President and CEO of Algonquin College, started the event by highlighting the launch of Thesis SM training and provided a preview of what employees can expect in the upcoming Fall term.
Julie Beauchamp, Senior Vice President, Academic, explained how Student Self-Enrolment supports Algonquin College’s academic priorities by enhancing the learner experience.
Will Fitzmaurice, Associate Registrar and Enrolment Management Services, provided an overview of Student Self-Enrolment, including the Pre-enrolment and Re-enrolment processes learners will use to reserve and register for courses, as well as how employees can support learners throughout the process.
Kizzy Holmes, Principal Implementation Consultant with Thesis, delivered a live demonstration of the Student Self-Enrolment experience from the learner perspective in the Thesis Student Portal.
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Training is Coming: Here’s how you can get ready
Posted on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
The R3 Project is almost ready to launch training for the new Student Information System (SIS), Thesis SM, and the accompanying Student Portal. There is no specific date as of right now. However, expect to receive training in Fall 2026. More information will come from your People Leaders before then.
In the meantime, here is everything you need to know about training. That way, you will be fully prepared and ready to jump in once the time comes!
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A Quick Guide to Credit Transfer: What is Changing?
Posted on Tuesday, August 18th, 2026
Although not a big change like Student Self-Enrolment, the Credit Transfer process is still an important piece of the new Student Information System (SIS) puzzle, Thesis SM. From the language surrounding this process to where this feature will be housed, we will go over everything you need to know about Credit Transfer.
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Everything you need to know about Period Structure
Posted on Tuesday, August 11th, 2026
The Period Structure process is a small but integral change that is coming with the new Student Information System (SIS), Thesis SM. If you currenly set up time periods in GeneSIS, then this short and sweet summary is for you! We’ve highlighted the most important changes to ensure you’re prepared for go-live.
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