New Student Welcome

Tuesday, September 5, 12-1:30 p.m.

UVic quad (outside the McPherson library)

This September, start the year off in a good way at the New Student Welcome to campus. Join students, staff and faculty as we celebrate a new academic year and welcome new students to UVic.

New Students are encouraged to attend and all UVic Community members are welcome.

About the event

This year’s New Student Welcome event will include:

The event is an important opportunity for the UVic community to come together to welcome new students and acknowledge the traditional territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.


We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the university stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.


Other orientation programs

While New Student Welcome is our main orientation program, we also offer a number of programs targeted to specific populations. You are encouraged to register for and attend any additional programs that may be applicable to you. 

Residence Orientation

Three women rolling suitcases towards residence

 

For students living in residence, Residence Orientation will help you get to know your neighbours, introduce you to your residence community and help you learn your way around your new home. 

 

Learn more

International Student Welcome

 

Our International Student Welcome program introduces you to UVic staff, faculty and current students who will provide advice on living and learning in Canada. 

 

Learn more

Three students walking on campus

Indigenous Week of Welcome

Participants entering the Ceremonial Hall for an Indigenous ceremony

 

Self-identified Indigenous students are encouraged to come learn more about tailored campus supports, meet other Indigenous students and get answers to your questions about Indigenous programs and services. 

 

Learn more