New Student Welcome
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
New Student Welcome is UVic's official orientation day for all new undergraduate first-year, international and exchange students. The day-long program will introduce you to campus, your faculty, academic expectations, support services and your fellow students.
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- Meet other new students and begin developing friendships
- Explore campus and learn your way around
- Get tips for success inside and outside the classroom
- Learn about campus resources and supports
- Become a part of Vikes Nation
Program
New Student Welcome starts at 9:45 a.m. and ends at 5 p.m. (or earlier, depending on your faculty). While various parts of the program will take place all over campus, you will meet in the quad in the morning to kick-off the day.
| Event | Description |
| Check-In | Find your group to check in and begin getting to know your peers and orientation leaders. >> View check-in map |
| Opening Ceremony | Join the entire incoming class in the CARSA Performance Gym to celebrate this major milestone--you're now a UVic student! You'll learn about the UVic community, participate in UVic traditions, meet Thunder, receive a free spirit pack and leave feeling like you're a part of Vikes Nation. |
| Campus Services Tour | Learn how to navigate campus and about the supports and resources available to you. Campus tours will be led by your orientation leaders, so you'll also learn some inside tricks for navigating life on campus. |
| BBQ Lunch | Fuel up for the rest of the day and spend some time hanging out with your orientation group. Vegan and gluten-friendly options will be available for those who selected them when registering. |
| Academic Presentation | Get ready to attend your first class by attending your faculty's academic session. You'll learn a bit about what you can expect academically, what is expected of you and have a chance to meet some of the professors you may be seeing at the front of the classroom. |
| Library & Learning Commons Tour | The library and learning commons can support you with a place to study, librarians to help you navigate research, workshops to enhance your academic skills and lots more. This quick tour will give you an introduction to how valuable the library can be to your studies. |
| Information Fair | Learn about the opportunities, supports |
Schedules
At New Student Welcome, all students will be in faculty-based groups. Students who have pre-registered will recieve their group number via email on Saturday, August 31. Using that group number, you can find your group schedule on our Schedules page.
Registration
New Student Welcome is
Online registration will close on Thursday, August 29.
Online registration is now closed. Late registration will be available beginning at 9:15 a.m. on Tuesday in front of McPherson Library.
UVic Orientation is committed to making our events as accessible and barrier-free as possible. If you have any accessibility needs in order to participate in our events, please provide details when you register and/or contact us at orientation@uvic.ca.
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 Move-In and Orientation
Sunday, September 1, 2019
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.
International Student Welcome
Thursday, August 29, 2019
Our International Student Welcome program introduces you to UVic staff, faculty and current students who will provide advice on living and learning in Canada.
Indigenous Student Orientation
August 29 or 30, 2019
Self-identified Indigenous students are encouraged to come learn more about tailored campus supports, meet other Indigenous students and get answers to common questions.