Student Success

The Student Success team is dedicated to helping you navigate core academic and co-curricular university experiences.

Our comprehensive support includes peer mentorship groups, writing support, and academic skills workshops that are offered by the Academic Support Zone. We also guide you through your university journey with orientation programs, transition support, and leadership development initiatives offered by the Student Success Centre.

Throughout the year, we host events that will connect you to peers, support staff, and your faculty – helping you foster a vibrant campus community. Across our students services, we're committed to your success!

Orientation, Transition & First Year Experiences

Start your Lakehead journey with confidence! Our orientation, transition, and first-year experience programming is designed to welcome you to university life, help you connect with peers, explore campus resources, and prepare you for academic success. From engaging events to support services, you'll build a strong foundation for your #LakeheadAdventure!

Student Success Centre & MySupport

Learn more about the mySupport program and how we can connect students with the resources, tools, and services they need to succeed during their studies!

Academic Support Zone

Boost your academic engagement with the Academic Support Zone! We offer a variety of resources to help you feel supported, including study clubs with academic peer mentors, academic success coaching, writing coaching, and workshops to build essential academic skills. Plus, discover our Brain Fuel program–designed to fuel your studies with a healthy snack. Connect with us today to make the most of your learning journey!

Student Engagement & Leadership Development

Develop your leadership skills and gain recognition at Lakehead University! The LVLup Leadership Program offers workshops and volunteer opportunities to help you build core leadership competencies and enhance your Co-Curricular Record. Additionally, the Lakehead Leader Recognition Program celebrates students who exemplify excellence in areas like academic achievement, community, and inclusivity. Join us to grow as a leader and be acknowledged for your contributions to the Lakehead community.

Upcoming Events

September 2026

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			New International Student Welcome Day 02/09/2026 - 9:00am	Residence Move In Day and Campus Tours 03/09/2026 - 9:00am to 3:00pm One Stop Shop 03/09/2026 - 10:00am to 3:00pm Live, Laugh, Lake Block Party! 03/09/2026 - 11:00am to 3:00pm (BARRIE) Get It Done Welcome Day 03/09/2026 - 11:00am to 3:00pm (ORILLIA) Commuter & International Social 03/09/2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Fall 2026 Community Connections Fair 03/09/2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm (ORILLIA) Commuter House Meeting 03/09/2026 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm Welcome to Lakehead Q&A Panel 03/09/2026 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm (ORILLIA) Welcome Dinner 03/09/2026 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm Residence Movie night-TBay 03/09/2026 - 7:30pm	The First Howl 04/09/2026 - 9:30am to 3:00pm (ORILLIA) The First Howl Orientation Day 04/09/2026 - 10:00am to 3:00pm Barrie - The First Howl Orientation Event 04/09/2026 - 10:00am to 3:00pm Faculty Meet and Greet 04/09/2026 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm Faculty Meet & Greets 04/09/2026 - 2:30pm Monte Carlo Night 04/09/2026 - 6:30pm to 9:30pm	(OR) Downtown Adventure 05/09/2026 - 10:00am to 2:00pm Barrie Downtown Adventure 05/09/2026 - 10:00am to 2:00pm Downtown Adventure 05/09/2026 - 11:00am Glow Party 05/09/2026 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm
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Taste of Fort William 06/09/2026 - 10:45am to 3:00pm Residence Mini-Olympics (T Bay) 06/09/2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm Res Talks (T Bay) 06/09/2026 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm Res Halls First House Meeting 06/09/2026 - 7:00pm to 8:00pm	RESIDENCE - Sexual Wellness Bingo 07/09/2026 - 3:00pm	(OR) Welcome Brunch 08/09/2026 - 8:00am to 10:30am Presidents Welcome Breakfast 08/09/2026 - 8:00am to 11:00am Welcome Brunch 08/09/2026 - 9:00am to 11:00am LUSUverse – Orientation day 08/09/2026 - 10:10am to 3:00pm	(ORILLIA) Student Services BBQ & Mini Putt 09/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:30pm (OR) WellU Wednesday: Block Party 09/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm ISSC Open House 09/09/2026 - 11:00am to 1:30pm WellU Wednesday: Block Party 09/09/2026 - 11:30am to 2:00pm	Student Services Fair 10/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm Let's Talk: Thunder Bay Transit 10/09/2026 - 3:15pm to 4:15pm	Beach Volleyball Card Tournament 11/09/2026 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm First Night at the Outpost 11/09/2026 - 1:40pm Let's Talk: Shopping on a Student Budget 11/09/2026 - 3:15pm to 4:15pm	Residence Fall Fest 12/09/2026 - 10:00am to 2:00pm (ORILLIA) Wolfie's Warmup 12/09/2026 - 10:15am to 12:45pm (BARRIE) Wolfie's Warmup 12/09/2026 - 10:15am to 12:45pm
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	Let's Talk: Flavours From Home 14/09/2026 - 3:15pm to 4:15pm (OR & Barrie) Orientation Blue Jays Game: University & College Night in Toronto 14/09/2026 - 3:45pm to 11:00pm	Student Support Spotlight: Indigenous Student Counsellor 15/09/2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm Health fair 15/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm Let's Talk: Places of Worship 15/09/2026 - 3:15pm to 4:15pm	(OR) WellU Wednesday: Namaste & Play 16/09/2026 - 1:00pm to 4:00pm WellU Wednesday: Rec The Yard 16/09/2026 - 2:00pm to 5:00pm			Fall Harvest (T Bay) 19/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm
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Aqua Zumba® 20/09/2026 - 12:15pm to 1:00pm	It's Your Move: Class Clash 21/09/2026 - 12:05am to 31/10/2026 - 11:55pm »
	(ORILLIA) Community Fair 22/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm Clubs' fair 22/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm (OR) Drop-In Outdoor Yoga 22/09/2026 - 2:30pm to 3:15pm	(OR) WellU Wednesday: Brunch Bar 23/09/2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm Community and Volunteer Fair 23/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm WellU Wednesday: Sleepy Flow 23/09/2026 - 7:00pm	Library Carnival 24/09/2026 - 11:00am to 2:00pm
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« It's Your Move: Class Clash 21/09/2026 - 12:05am to 31/10/2026 - 11:55pm »
		(OR) Brunch Bar 29/09/2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm (OR) Drop-In Outdoor Yoga 29/09/2026 - 2:30pm to 3:15pm

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