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 | Fall 2024
| Day | Event | Location | Time |
| Tues, Sept 3, 2024 |
Wayfinding |
A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Tues, Sept 3, 2024 |
Promoter Fair |
A Building Main Foyer |
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wed, Sept 4, 2024 | Wayfinding | A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Wed, Sept 4, 2024 | Promoter Fair | A Building Main Foyer |
9:00 AM - 4:00 pm |
| Thurs, Sept 5, 2024 |
Wayfinding |
A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Thurs, Sept 5, 2024 | Back to School Block Party | Front Lawn | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Fri, Sept 6, 2024 |
Wayfinding |
A Building Main Foyer |
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM |
| Fri, Sept 6, 2024 |
Promoter Fair |
A Building Main Foyer |
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Tues, Sept 10, 2024 | Clubs Day | A Building Main Foyer | 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM |
| Wed, Sept 11, 2024 | VOLT Fair | A Building Main Foyer | 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
| Thurs, Sept 12, 2024 | Fall Student Social | LSU Upper Lounge | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
Wayfinding Support
Day: September 3 - 6
Time: 8:30 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 yo u (back) into the community.
Back to School Promoter Fair
Day: September 3 - 6
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: A Building Main Foyer*
Are you looking for a new cell phone plan or thinking about opening a bank account? Come visit the Back to School Promoter Fair to learn more about different brands, products, and services for students.
*On September 5th, the Promoter Fair will be moved to the Front Lawn as part of the Back to School Block Party from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.
Back to School Block Party
Day: Thursday, September 5, 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Front Lawn (W. 49th Avenue)
The Back-to-School Block Party (B2S Block Party) is a large celebration hosted by the Office for Student Engagement. This one-day event is held on the front lawn and various other locations at Langara’s main campus. The goal of this event is to deliver a celebration event that welcomes new and returning students to the start of the Fall semester and the start of the academic year. The programming includes music and live entertainment, a Department and Promoter Fair, games and activities, access to food and refreshments and incentives such as giveaways and prizes.
Clubs Day
Day: Tuesday, September 10
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: A Building Main Foyer
Getting involved in a Student Club can help you build skills, meet new people, have fun and engage with the campus community. Join us in the A Building Main Foyer to learn about (and maybe join) some of the student-run clubs on campus!
VOLT Volunteer Fair
Day: Wednesday, September 11
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: A Building Main Foyer
The VOLT Volunteer Fair is a one-day, in-person event held in the Fall and Spring semesters. By attending this event, you can connect, engage, and explore a variety of on and off-campus volunteering opportunities so that you can learn new skills, gain experience, and give back to the community.
Fall Student Social
Day: Thurs, September 12
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm
Location: LSU Upper Lounge
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. Refreshments provided by the Langara Students' Union.
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 Engagement 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.