Activities for new students
If you’re new to the University of Ottawa, we encourage you to take part in some of the activities we’ve developed specially for new students. These activities run from the summer months until September. They are designed to help you become familiar with the University of Ottawa, meet new people and have fun with other students!
Back-to-school activities
When: September 2 to 11, 2016
Where: Main campus (Ottawa, Ontario) and surrounding area
There are lots of activities during the first week of September to help you get to know the University and give you a chance to meet other students in your faculty or program. Take advantage of this time to have fun and meet new people!
Welcome Week
We’re so excited that you’ve chosen uOttawa and look forward to meeting you at Welcome Week!
We’ve got action-packed, informative and fun experiences to help you get to know the University of Ottawa and meet new people! Take part in Welcome Week and get your session off to a great start!
Welcome Week is your time to discover all the great things uOttawa has to offer! Enjoy the ride!
The week is open to all students!
Each year, the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) and its student associations plan activities to help you and other first-year students discover the joys of student life on and off campus. 101 Week is a week-long event filled with concerts, comedy nights, trips to the beach, charity events and pub nights to help make your first week on campus a truly memorable one!
In order to participate in 101 Week, you’ll need to purchase a SFUO 101 Kit or your faculty’s 101 Week Kit.
Summer Orientation
When: Weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., from July 4 to September 3, 2016
Where: Main campus (Ottawa, Ontario)
Come spend a day on campus with your parents. See how your faculty works, find out how University of Ottawa services operate, and tour the important areas on campus. Meet students from your faculty in a small-group setting and let second-, third-, and fourth-year students pass on their advice for a successful university experience.
Mark your calendar: registration begins in June!
Regional mentor visits
When: July 26 to August 5, 2016
Where: Various cities in Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick
The regional mentors are ready to help you with your transition from high school to university. They’re here to answer your questions and to make sure that you have a successful, memorable university experience.
The mentors will be coming to your region to meet you and help you prepare for your arrival on campus. Mentors will tell you, from a student’s perspective, what you need to know before, during and after you arrive on campus. They’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have as well!
Mark your calendar, registrations begin in June!