Welcome to the 鶹ýӳ community! Our orientation events are designed to make your transition to college smooth and successful, ensuring that every new student feels welcomed and valued.
Summer 2025 - Orientation
Welcome to 鶹ýӳ! We’re excited to help you get started on your college journey. Check out our orientation sessions designed for all new students beginning in the Summer of 2025. While attendance is not mandatory, we highly recommend participating to help you make a smooth transition into college life.
New Student Orientation
Start your journey at 鶹ýӳ by attending our drop-in orientations! These informal events are a great opportunity to:
- Discover the many services available to support your success.
- Get information on the pre-arrival tasks.
- Ask questions directly to the Orientation team.
- Meet fellow students over a cup of coffee.
Lansdowne
Monday, April 28, 9:30am - Wilna Thomas, room 200
Interurban
Tuesday, April 29, 9:30am - Liz Ashton Campus Centre, room 124
Registration is required.
Online Workshops
Dive deeper into key topics with our online sessions, led by 鶹ýӳ specialists.
D2L Experts Answer your Questions
Tuesday, April 29, 2:00pm - Online
- This session is perfect for students new to Desire2Learn (D2L), 鶹ýӳ’s online learning platform, or those with questions about its features.
- What you’ll learn: How to navigate D2L, access courses, set up notifications for updates, forward your email, and request support if needed.
More Than Just Books: Making the Most of Your Library
Wednesday, April 30, 2:00pm - Online
- Discover how the library can support your academic success.
- What you’ll learn: How to proactively seek librarian assistance and utilize library resources for assignments, projects, and exams.
We’re here to help you every step of the way—see you at orientation!
Specialized orientation
International student orientation
International students arerequiredto attend twoNewInternational Student Orientations.
Indigenous student orientation
Indigenous students cancontact Eyēʔ Sqȃ’lewen – The Centre for Indigenous Education & Community Connections to connect with an Indigenous Advisor to get oriented to 鶹ýӳ.
Program-specific orientation sessions
Sometimes, your chosen program will host a specific orientation session. Watch your email for updates.
D2L Orientation Online!
The pre-arrival orientation is a self-paced resource to help you prepare for your 鶹ýӳ journey.