Orientation: Capture the Spirit!
For new students starting school at the University of GuelphHumber in Fall 2017, your Orientation will take place on one of the following days:
- Register for Orientation on Tuesday, August 29, 2017: Business and Kinesiology
- Register for Orientation on Wednesday, August 30, 2017: Early Childhood Studies, Family & Community Social Services and Media Studies
- Register for Orientation on Thursday, August 31, 2017: Justice Studies and Psychology
Note: ECS & FCSS Hybrid Transfer students click here to learn more about your Orientation.
For the International Student Orientation please contact matthew.keefe@humber.ca for more information and to register.
#GHOrientation Schedule
| Time | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:30 AM |
Mix & Mingle Discover UofGH support services, find out how to get involved on campus, and have your questions answered. |
| 9:15 AM |
Squad Goals Meet your FYE group, connect with your colour team, and learn about the competition for UofGH’s coveted Orientation trophy. |
| 9:45 AM | Welcome
Hear from the Office of the Vice-Provost, Student Life, and student government. |
| 10:00 AM |
Journey to the Centre of Your Strengths Uncover your natural talents and learn how to develop those talents into strengths in university and beyond. |
| 11:15 AM |
FTW Gain tips on how to be successful during your first year in your program. Look out for an email on August 21 with instructions for completing your CliftonStrengths assessment. You’ll need to bring your results with you for this session. |
| 12:15 PM | Concurrent Session (you’ll rotate through these 3 sessions in your colour teams)
What you don't know CAN hurt you! Learn about academic integrity and how it applies to information sharing, working in groups, tests and exams!
Demonstrate the importance of balancing your time in university. Meet your academic deadlines and still have time to make the most of your student experience. |
| 2:00 PM |
Capture the Spirit Showcase your school spirit and become a part of UofGH history! |
| 2:30 PM |
End of Day |
Socials
First Year Experience Kick-Off Party
Wednesday, September 6 | 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | GH Building, Room GH 117
The day before classes start, come to campus to see the amazing and entertaining guest speaker Joel Hilchey! Joel has spoken to thousands of university students across the country, and he's coming to the University of Guelph-Humber to help kick off the First Year Experience for all new UofGH students!
Registration for the FYE Kick-Off Party is now open! Register here.
Street Festival
Wednesday, September 6 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | LRC Building Courtyard
No registration required.
LGBTQ+ Mix & Mingle
Thursday, September 7 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | LGBTQ+ Resource Centre, E Building
No registration required.
Aboriginal Jingle & Mingle
Thursday, September 7 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Aboriginal Resource Centre, LRC Building
No registration required.
Frosh
Frosh events are hosted by IGNITE, your student government. For more information, please visit: ignitestudentlife.com/frosh or call 416-675-5051.