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.

TBAY: Chili Chill Out!

Event Date: 
Monday, January 8, 2024 - 11:00am to 2:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay campus, Agora
Event Contact Name: 
Student Success Centre
Event Contact Phone: 
807-343-8018
Event Contact E-mail: 

Welcome back to Lakehead for the start of the Winter semester and warm up with a bowl of chili while interacting with Lakehead's Student Services tabling in the Agora sharing student resources and supports!

TBAY: LUSU Winter Carnival!

Event Date: 
Wednesday, January 10, 2024 - 11:00am to 3:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay Campus, Agora and Lake Tamblyn area
Event Contact Name: 
Lakehead University Student Union
Event Contact E-mail: 

Embrace the magic of winter on January 10th, 2024 in the Agora for LUSU's Winter Carnival! Join LUSU Centres for fun games, prizes, and invaluable resources. Take a tour around campus on a horse-drawn wagon. Warm up at our Hot Chocolate Bar or get cozy by the crackling fire pit at Lake Tamblyn. Don't miss this chance to make unforgettable memories in the heart of winter!

 

LUSU's Winter Carnival poster, January 10th, 2024, Join us for the ultimate Winter Wonderland experience. Text on top of a blue snowflake background, with red and white theatre curtains on either side.

TBAY: Mature & Transfer Student Drop-in Coffee Break

Event Date: 
Tuesday, January 9, 2024 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm EST
Event Location: 
Thunder Bay campus, Academic Support Zone (LI 2004, 2nd Floor Chancellor Paterson Library)
Event Contact E-mail: 

Stop by for coffee & cookies and to learn about services offered by the Academic Support Zone and Student Success Centre - including resources specific to transfer and mature students!

TBAY: Winter 2024 New International Student Welcome Day!

Event Date: 
Friday, January 5, 2024 - 10:30am to 1:00pm EST
Event Location: 
The Outpost
Event Contact Name: 
International Student Services
Event Contact E-mail: 

Lakehead International is excited to welcome new international students to our New International Student Winter Welcome Day. Orientation provides new international students with an opportunity to meet new friends, engage with Lakehead staff members and departments, gather informaiton about student services and supports, learn about the community and campus, and navigate their new surroundings. Lunch, campus tours, city tours, grocery store run, opening of bank accounts, SIN clinics, etc. will be availble for students in the afternoon.

Please note that this is a MANDATORY event for all new international students!

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