Orientation FAQs

We know that there are lots of different orientation options for you to choose from, and we want you to begin your first week feeling more confident and prepared. 

Here are the details for Fall 2024 orientation programming, for new students who have registered in a minimum of one course at Langara College:

New Student Orientation
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All new students coming to Langara to study in the fall 2024 are encouraged to sign up to attend one session of New Student Orientation (A or B).
  
NSO connects all new students with the people, tools, resources, and services needed to support a successful transition into your first term at Langara. Come to NSO to meet other students, get familiar with the campus, participate in fun games and activities and find out how you can get involved inside and outside of the classroom. 

Session A: August 26, 2024, Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm* (PST) 
Session B: August 27, 2024, Time: 8:30am - 4:00pm* (PST) 
Location: Main Langara Campus (49th Ave). Check in on Front Lawn 

Note (*): If you are an international student, you will be attending an afternoon session to learn more about the services and supports available for international students. This session will end at 5:00pm.  

International Student Orientation 

ISO is essential for new international students starting their studies at Langara College. ISO helps you understand some of the cultural and academic differences you may encounter in your classes, navigate your immigration and health responsibilities, and introduce you to what services and support Langara Global can provide for you. For specific orientation dates and times, please check your student emails.

If you have not received any notification to register (after July 24), please email globalexp@langara.ca.

Learn more at Langara Global.

Langara School of Management Orientations

Diploma/BBA Orientation is designed to help you successfully embark on your studies in the Business Management, Marketing Management, Financial Management, & Accounting Programs offered through the Langara School of Management. The orientation will help you with understanding program requirements, tips for success, and there will be an opportunity to get to know your classmates before the semester begins.

The LSM PDD Orientation is designed to help you successfully embark on your studies in the PDD Program. The orientation will help you with understanding program requirements, tips for success, and there will be an opportunity to get to know your classmates and meet current PDD students to hear about their experiences.   
Please Note: PDD Orientation is designed specifically for students in the following PDD Programs: 
 

- PDD Accounting 

- PDD Business Administration 

- PDD Marketing Management 

If you are not in one of these PDD programs, please do not register for this orientation. 

If you have questions about the LSM Orientations, contact business@langara.ca.

The Fall 2024 Orientation Programming will be delivered in-person:

• New Student Orientation, Session A: Aug 26, 2024 (9:00 am-4:00 pm PST), Session 2: Aug 27, 2024 (9:00 am-4:00 pm PST).
• Langara School of Management, Aug 30, 2024 (Dip/BBA, 10 am-12:00 pm, PDD, 1:00 pm-3:00 pm)

Orientation events are designed to provide you with a strong foundation to begin your Langara journey. Students who participate in orientation activities share that they feel more connected to the College, more prepared to start their first semester, are more aware of different campus resources and services, and more confident in navigating their way around campus. 

Want to start your Langara Orientation experience early? Check out the New Student Experience page >>

• All new-to-Langara students, domestic and international who have registered in classes for the Fall 2024 semester, are eligible to attend New Student Orientation and any of the in-person Back-to-School events. 
• If you are a new international student, we recommend that you attend one of the New Student Orientation events and the international student-specific session that will be hosted from 2:30pm - 5:00pm after New Student Orientation
• If you are also a student accepted into the Langara School of Management Post Degree Diploma, or Bachelor or Business Diploma Program, we recommend that you register and attend your program-specific orientation.

Orientation programming is designed specifically for students to meet and connect with other students, therefore we recommend that your family members do not attend.

However, we encourage your parents and supporters to check out Tips for Parent and Supporters >> to learn more about the College, and gain a greater understanding of the resources and opportunities available to students.

All new students admitted to Langara and who have registered in a minimum of one course for Fall 2024 classes will receive an email invitation to register for New Student Orientation. If you are in a specialized or cohort-based program, or a varsity athlete selected to the Langara Falcons varsity team (soccer or basketbal), you may also receive an email to register and attend a program-specific orientation.

Note: Only students who have been accepted and registered in Fall 2024 classes will receive an email invitation to register. If you have been accepted but have not registered, you will not receive a direct email to register for Orientation.

If you registered for the wrong Orientation date and you are unable to update your registration, please contact the following departments before before trying to register for another session.

• New Student Orientation: orientation@langara.ca
• LSM Dip/Bachelor of Business Administration Orientation: business@langara.ca
• LSM PDD Orientation: business@langara.ca 

 A member of the Orientation Planning team will respond within 2 business days.

All new students admitted to Langara and who have registered for a minimum of one course in Fall 2024 classes will receive an email invitation.

If you have been accepted to Langara but have not registered for Fall 2024 courses, you are not eligible to register for Orientation events.

Don't worry, we have you covered. 

In the meantime, we encourage you to Get Ahead of the Curve by taking advantage of some of the following tips below:

Get Ahead of the Curve

1. Check out New Student Experience Page

to learn more about various aspects of student life outside of the classroom.

2. Complete your Langara Student Success Course (LSSC) before classes start to get the most out of your orientation opportunities.

Starting college is a big step. The Langara Student Success Course (LSSC) » prepares you for academic life at Langara and introduces you to key supports available on campus and online.

The LSSC will be available for you to access through your Langara Brightspace account, and it's free! The LSSC is accessible 24/7, offers virtual office hours with the course instructor, and has tips and strategies to get you ready to be a successful online learner.

By the end of the course, you will:

• know what to expect in a college classroom

• have the tools to be successful in your studies

• have strategies to study effectively

• have new organizational and time management skills

• Read the step-by-step instructions for help accessing the LSSC Course here »

3. Visit the Student Links website for Pro-tips and your To-Do List.

Save time and make your life easier by visiting Student Links».

Complete the new student to-do list, check out the pro-tips and find out what services are available to support you.

4. Get social.

Follow @LangaraCollege on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest updates, photos, giveaways, and more.

Follow @LangaraGlobal on Instagram for the latest updates, contests, and more related to international students.

Follow @LangaraGatheringSpace on Instagram for the latest updates, contests, and info from the Langara Gathering Space.

Follow @LangaraFalcons on Twitter and Instagram for the latest schedule updates, roster updates, and all things Athletics & Intramurals-related.

5. Introduce your parents and supporters to key resources and services.

Your parents and supporters play an important role in your success as a student.Encourage them to register and attend the Fall 2024 Parent and Supporter Orientation on Monday, August 19, 2024.  Registration opens in mid-July and can be accessed via the Parents and Supporters website ».

If you have any questions, please email orientation@langara.ca.

Newly admitted international students are encouraged to visit the "Orientation Resources" page, created by Langara Global. 

Visit the Orientation Resources page to download some key resources to get you set up for success in your first semester, including: 

• International Orientation Guide
• International Student Guide

Please indicate your accomodations while registering for Orientation events. In addition, you can contact the Orientation Planning Team at orientation@langara.ca as soon as you register. 

Please indicate the events you've registered for and your student ID number in the email.

• If you have registered to attend New Student Orientation and you have questions before the event, please email orientation@langara.ca.
• If you are an international student and have specific questions regarding the international student orientation experience, please contact: globalexp@langara.ca 
• If you have registered to attend either the Langara School of Management Post Degree Diploma or BBA/Diploma of Business Orientation, and you have questions before the event, contact business@langara.ca