Lakehead U Orientation 2005: “Set Sail”

New students to take part in Orientation 2005 from Sept. 2 to 7
(Thunder Bay - Aug. 31, 2005) It's that time of year again -- the time when students and faculty alike are gearing up for the new academic year. Starting on Friday, September 2, Lakehead University will come alive again with youthful energy as students check out the campus and move into residence.
Orientation is an exciting, informative, action-packed week of activities welcoming new students to Lakehead and getting them ready for university. All new students -- from Thunder Bay or from afar -- are expected to participate in Orientation activities. It's a vital first step in getting students off on the right foot in their university education. Plus, in addition to learning lots and having tons of fun, it's the best way to meet new people and get to know the Lakehead campus.
This year's Orientation theme is "Set Sail." Lakehead U's new students are embarking on a journey - a new course in life - and the University community is ready to greet them with a week's worth of great events.
Schedule Highlights:
(Please call Marla at 343-8177 for locations)
Friday, Sept. 2
All Day Residence Move-in Day
Saturday, Sept. 3
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Family & Friends Welcome Session
An information session for parents, family, and friends of students new to Lakehead.
12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Campus Tours
12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Community Market Place
An opportunity for students to visit with local vendors to learn more about the services/products offered in Thunder Bay. This is also a time to learn more about the various departments on campus.
Sunday, Sept. 4
12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Residence Mini Olympics - Great photo op.
This event puts Residence students in the middle of intense house-on-house competition, working through a series of fun challenges.
Tuesday, Sept. 6
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. SOS (Success of Students)
An interactive look at the things students might need to be successful at Lakehead University. Students can drop by and play some games and win some prizes while learning about Lakehead U services.
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community Marketplace continues upstairs in the Outpost
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. LUSU Open House
This open house is available to you to provide a casual information session with representatives from each centre available to answer any questions you may have.
12 p.m. President's BBQ - Great Photo Op
A chance for Lakehead U's new students to meet the President as he cooks them up some lunch.
2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Orientation Information Sessions
Session information below
4:30 p.m. Mature Student Welcome
Aboriginal Cultural & Support Services Open House
Continuing Education & Distance Learning Open House
6:30 p.m. Orientation Session for mature, part-time, transfer and Native
Access (NAP) students.
Wednesday, Sept. 7
2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Orientation Information Sessions
(Call Marla at 343-8177 for locations)
Sessions are:
Job Trek
Job Trek will help orient students to the employment services available on campus.
Lakehead 101
A must-attend overview of the University's history, what students can expect, faculty expectations, student support, and culture and traditions in the region.
Smart Start
Lakehead U's new students from a student who has been there! They will learn the basics that will help them get off to a smart start in first year at Lakehead.
What's Up at Lakehead's Campus Rec?
For students who want to stay active and get involved. Campus Recreation, a division of the Athletics Department, offers all students the opportunity to get involved with non-varsity sports at Lakehead.
3 p.m. to 4 p.m. Closing Ceremonies
The wrap-up of Orientation 2005. Staff and Faculty will be in attendance in graduate dress, and the students are welcomed officially to the University. Orientation prizes will be distributed at this event.
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Contact: Marla Tomlinson, Office of Communications, 807-343-8177 or 807-472-9113