TBAY: Parent & Supporter Coffee House Q & A Panel

Event Date: 
Friday, August 30, 2024 - 9:00am to 10:00am EDT
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay campus, University Centre Theatre (UC 1017)
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
807-343-8018
Event Contact E-mail: 

We know that you and your family and supporters might have a lot of questions about life at Lakehead and the various services offered to our students!

Join us on Friday, August 30, 2024 at 9:00am in UC 1017 for our Parent & Supporter Coffee Q&A, which will offer a live Question & Answer panel where you will have the opportunity to hear from the Academic Support Zone, Residence Services, Security, Lakehead University Student Union, Student Health & Wellness, Student Accessibility Services, and the Office of Human Rights & Equity.


There will be light refreshments available.

TBAY: The Lakehead Welcome - President Picnic

Event Date: 
Thursday, August 29, 2024 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay campus, LUSU Hangar
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
807-343-8018
Event Contact E-mail: 

Your official welcome to Lakehead University! Join us and other new students at the LUSU Hangar for a welcome address made by Lakehead University President, Dr. Gillian Siddall, along with other guest speakers followed by a picnic-style dinner, games, and PRIZES!

Family, friends, and supporters are welcome to attend! Registration coming soon!


Date & Time: Thursday, August 31, 2023, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Lakehead Welcome & President's Picnic Location: LUSU Hangar

TBAY: Spring/Summer 2024 International Student Welcome Day

Event Date: 
Monday, April 29, 2024 - 1:30pm to 4:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay campus, Faculty Lounge
Event Contact Name: 
International Student Services
Event Contact E-mail: 

Lakehead International is excited for you to join us, in person, at our Spring/Summer 2024 International Student Welcome Day, this April, as part of our Spring/Summer Orientation events!

Orientation provides new Lakehead students with an opportunity to meet new friends, engage with Lakehead staff and departments, learn about supports and services at Lakehead and within the community, ask questions, and gather all the necessary information they need to have a successful start to their term.

Coming soon...more information and registration for Spring/Summer Welcome Day!

 

Please note that Main Campus Orientation activities will begin the first week of school for all new students, including new international students.

ORILLIA: Spring 2024 International Student Orientation

Event Date: 
Monday, April 29, 2024 - 10:00am to 12:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Alumni Commons
Event Contact Name: 
Nicky Locker
Event Contact E-mail: 

Lakehead International is excited for you to join us, in person, at our Spring/Summer 2024 International Student Orientation!

Orientation provides new Lakehead students with an opportunity to meet new friends, learn about Lakehead staff and departments, supports and services at Lakehead and within the community, ask questions, and gather all the necessary information they need to have a successful start to their term.

ORILLIA: 2024 B.Ed Info Session

Event Date: 
Friday, April 26, 2024 - 9:00am to 11:00am EDT
Event Location: 
Zoom
Event Contact Name: 
Kahleed Miller
Event Contact E-mail: 

During this event, you will receive important information on the following topics:

  • The compulsory Math Competency Exam for all B.Ed P/J students
  • The planning/preparation & expectations associated with your teaching placements
  • Information on your class schedule & the registration process in the 2 Year B.Ed P/J Program

Not to mention, a fantastic opportunity to meet some faculty & staff at Lakehead University!

TBAY: Spring Orientation Welcome Days!

Event Date: 
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EDT
Thursday, May 2, 2024 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EDT
Friday, May 3, 2024 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EDT
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay campus, Agora
Event Fee: 
FREE
Event Contact Name: 
Juliana Paucar
Event Contact Phone: 
807-343-8018
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us in the Agora, as we welcome you to Lakehead University's beautiful Thunder Bay campus! Our Welcome table will be available for you (or your supporters) to ask any questions you may have and we will have campus tours available to help you learn how to navigate campus. We will also have we music, games, and much more!

ORILLIA: Valentines Day Student Appreciation Day!

Event Date: 
Wednesday, February 14, 2024 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Simcoe Hall
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us for our Valentines Day Student Appreciation event! 

Activities happening on campus: 

  • Valentines Day Photobooth 
  • Candy & Hot Chocolate
  • Games & prizes 
  • Affirmation Flowers
  • Candy, Chocolate Covered Strawberries & Valentines Day Trivia

And more!!

Bounce Back: Get Your Academics Back On Track

Event Date: 
Friday, January 19, 2024 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Zoom (Thunder Bay & Orillia), Residence (Orillia), Academic Support Zone (Thunder Bay)
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
(705) 330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

On January 12th, Session 1 will focus on practical tips on how to get the best out of your academic experience. The session will cover tips for time management, note-taking, and study smarts.

On January 19th, Session 2 will focus on time management, how to plan your calendar, and achieve a healthy work-life balance. 

You can register using the link below for either one session, or both. The presentation is available in person and online on both Orillia & Thunder Bay. 

ORILLIA: Orientation to Campus Tours (In-Person)

Event Date: 
Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - 3:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Orillia Campus (In-Person)
Event Fee: 
FREE
Event Contact Name: 
Emily Stewart, Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
705-330-4010 ext. 2118
Event Contact E-mail: 

Our in-person Orientation to Campus Tours are designed to familiarize our incoming students and their supporters (if applicable) with their new campus at Lakehead University! In these tours, incoming students  are shown where all the buildings are, how to get to your classes, great study spots and locate our various student supports and much more! Our live, guided tours are hosted by our Orientation to Campus Tour Guides.  

Orillia campus:  Orientation to Campus Tours will start at Simcoe Hall and will begin promptly at the starting time. Each tour is approximately 30-45 minutes in length. 

Learn more about our tours here!  

PLEASE NOTE THAT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN OUR ORIENTATION TO CAMPUS TOURS.

TBAY: Spot the Bot Activity

Event Date: 
Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - 10:30am to 1:30pm EST
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay campus, The Agora
Event Contact E-mail: 

Join us at the Agora on January 9, 2024, to create a beautiful string art masterpiece while testing your ChatGPT and Generative AI knowledge. Drop by from 10:30 am -1:30 pm to try your hand at a few skill-testing questions and unlock the art supplies you'll need to bring your masterpiece to life.

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