Orientation

 Summer 2024 Orientation Events for New Students

Questions about Orientation for New Students?

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page >> for answers to some of the common Orientation questions. Such as, "Which Orientation events are right for me?" 

Summer 2024 Orientation Session Descriptions

Welcome to Langara Online

This event is supported by our Community Partner, RBC Royal Bank.Welcome to Langara (W2L) connects all new students (domestic and international) with the people, tools, resources, and services needed to support a successful transition into Langara. Register to attend Welcome to Langara online to learn more about expectations in the classroom, what to expect in the first semester, where to access support and resources to support you social, academic, physical, and mental wellbeing, and hear from current students about a day in the life of a student at Langara.  

Register for Welcome to Langara Online

International Student Orientation

International Student Orientation (ISO) is essential for new international students starting their studies at Langara College. ISO help 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. This event includes a campus tour.

New Student Campus Tours

This event is ideal for new domestic students or new international students have not registered to attend International Student Orientation (which includes a campus tour).

Have you been wondering how you’ll be able to find your classroom or other key locations on campus? What about how to read your course schedule? By registering for a 45-minute guided campus tour on Thursday, May 2, you can join other new-to-Langara students in learning how to navigate campus while making friends and connections along the way. Campus tours are led by Langara College’s GO Team volunteers who are trained to help you feel more at ease as you start your first semester. 

Register for a New Student Campus Tour

Langara School of Management - Diploma/Bachelor of Business Orientation

Registration required. 
Thursday, May 2, 10:00am - 12:00pm 
Location: T Gallery (2nd Floor, T Building) 
Check-in for BBA Orientation will take place in the T Building at 9:45 am on Thursday, May 2nd

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.

Langara School of Management - LSM Post Degree Diploma Orientation 

Registration required. 
Thursday, May 2, 1:00pm - 3:00pm 
Location: T Gallery (2nd Floor, T Building) 

Check-in for PDD Orientation will take place in the T Building at 12:45 pm on Thursday, May 2nd.  

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. 

New Indigenous Student Orientation

Registration required.  
Friday, May 3, 3:30pm-4:30pm 
Location: Online 
  
Indigenous Education and Services would like to invite new Indigenous students to join the Gathering Space Team for an online orientation. The orientation will provide Indigenous students with helpful information and resources available at Langara as well as programs and services that are available to Indigenous students.  

To register, please email: indigenous@langara.ca 

Summer Student Social

Join Langara Global and the Office for Student Engagement team in the LSU Upper Lounge to meet other students, faculty, and staff from snəw̓eyəɬ leləm̓ Langara College. Open to all new Langara students–international, Indigenous, and domestic, Regular Studies and Continuing Studies! Play some games, enter to win prizes, and get to know your Langara community. Light refreshments will be served. 

Wayfinding

Feeling a bit lost on your first few days at Langara? Come to the A Building Main Foyer and look out for our GO Team student volunteers wearing orange VOLT t-shirts. GO team volunteers will be available to answer your questions, identify relevant services, help you find your classes or give you tips on where the best places are on campus to find coffee/tea, food or even where to relax in-between classes. 

Are you an International Student?

Langara Global has developed key resources to support new international students in transitioning into your first semester.

Prepare for your arrival with this Pre-arrival Guide

Take a look at the resources available on the International Orientation Resource page.

Want to get an inside look at Orientation ahead of time? Check out our Flickr account to see past Orientation events.

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