Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Doors Open: 9:30 am | Start: 10 am
Are you a new student beginning your program at ˽ÈËÓ°Ôº in September 2026? Join us for Orientation Day events starting in the main gym.
All new students are encouraged to attend.
International student attendance is mandatory.
Register to let us know you're coming!
Schedule of Events
| WHEN | WHAT | WHERE |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 am | Doors Open | Gym Health & Wellness Centre (F-Wing) |
| 10:00 am | Orientation Welcome | Gym |
| 11:00 am | Program Sessions (30-60 min) | Program area with faculty |
| 11:30 am - 3:00 pm | Activities & Support Sessions | See details below |
Attention: Orientation Day in the gym features flashing lights and loud noises.
More for Orientation Day
Neon Navigation | 11:30-2
Join the SCSU scavenger hunt to explore campus with a student guide and classmates after your program session or grab your friends. Follow the map to check-in at all locations for a chance to win gift cards up to $500 — plus, grab free snacks along the way at each stop.
Hang onto the map you'll get when you come to the gym for the start of Orientation Day.
Get Ready With Us | 12-3 pm
Stop at GRWU table to go on a campus tour, get help with your Student ID and a locker, and ask any questions to prepare for the first semester and know where to go if you need help throughout the year.
Location: Student Support Centre (E1101)
Tech Support | 12-3 pm
Visit the Students Helping Students - Technical Support team for help accessing the Student Portal, your student email, Office 365, MS Teams, LMS, OneDrive, SharePoint, connecting to WIFI, and more.
Location: Library (Computer Lab)
Photo Booth | 12-3 pm
Grab some props and have some fun taking some photos with the ˽ÈËÓ°Ôº backdrop the Common Link.
Location: Common Link
OSAP & Financial Aid | 12-3 pm
Get answers to your questions, access financial support options, and learn about scholarships, bursaries and awards with the Student Financial Assistance (SFA) team.
Location: SFA Desk in M-Wing
Pub Night with Matthew James | 7-9 pm
Meet classmates and hang with friends in our student pub, Odeno. Grab some drinks, food, and enjoy music from Matthew James.
Location: Odeno
First Year Student Survey
First year students starting their program in September 2026 can complete the survey for a chance to win — with over $800 in prizes!
Orientation Day Draws
Fill out the survey for a chance to win 1 of 2 $150 Bookstore gift cards. Draws will be held on September 8, 2026 at Orientation Day. You must be present at Orientation Day to be eligible to win. We'll have more gift card giveaways for Best Buy, Tim Hortons, and grocery stores.
First Day of Class Draw
Fill out the survey for a chance to win 1 $200 Chartwells gift card. That's $250 towards your dining in the cafeteria. Draw to be held at end of day on September 9, 2026.