New Students
Are you new to Langara? Welcome!
Whether you're a domestic student or new to Canada, coming straight from high school or returning to school after some time off, we encourage you to attend Orientation sessions so that you can great start on your Langara journey. Let us help you get ready for your first day, by joining us at one or more of our in-person events.
All Students
Throughout the first two weeks of January, May and September, Langara College hosts fun and free events for new and returning students. Our diverse range of academic and social programming is designed to help you meet other Langara students, be a part of the community and explore what the College has to offer.
Back-to-School Event Schedule | Summer 2025
| Day | Event | Location | Time |
| Monday, April 28, 2025 |
New Student Orientation |
Check in at the Front Lawn |
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Monday, May 5, 2025 |
Wayfinding |
A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Tuesday, May 6, 2025 |
Wayfinding |
A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | Wayfinding | A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday, May 7, 2025 | Summer Student Social | Langara Student Union Building |
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Thursday, May 8, 2025 |
Wayfinding |
A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Friday, May 9, 2025 |
Wayfinding |
A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
New Student Orientation
Day: Monday, April 28, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Across campus
Are you a new student at Langara College for Summer 2025? Then this event is for you! Get to know your resources, meet some instructors, explore the campus, and most importantly, make some new friends! Lunch will be provided.
This event is for both domestic and international students and is by invitation only.
Wayfinding Support
Day: Monday, May 5 - Friday, May 9, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: A Building Main Foyer
Drop by this week to get oriented, ask questions, and learn more about the different ways to get involved on campus. Look out for the GO Team volunteers wearing orange VOLT t-shirts. GO Team volunteers will be ready to answer your questions, help you find your classes and welcome you (back) into the community.
Summer Student Social
Day: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: LSU Upper & Lower lounges
Co-hosted by Langara Global, the Office for Student Engagement, and the Langara Students' Union, this drop-in, networking event gives current Langara students the chance to meet and get to know members of the Langara community.
Get Involved!
Want to get involved in a campus community but not sure how to?
Come to the Hub (A140) and speak to a Student Life team member who can guide you on the right path, or contact us at volt@langara.ca.
If you have any questions about New or Back to School Events, please contact orientation@langara.ca.