Fall Orientation Schedule – Central

Off Campus Student Orientation

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Description: Break the ice by meeting other off-campus students and learn about all the resources and support services available to you!
Location: Kailash Mital Theater (Southam Hall)

Dinner

5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Description: Grab a seat and enjoy some dinner while interacting with your new friends. Students living off-campus will eat in the Nideyinàn Food Court and students living in Residence will eat in the Residence Cafeteria.
Location: Nideyinàn & Carleton Residence Cafeteria

Playfair Canada

8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Description: Playfair is totally unlike anything else you’ve ever experienced. It’s entertainment! It’s fun! It’s the perfect way to make new campus friendships! Playfair is a team-building experience that has a long-lasting effect on the members of your campus community. Playfair is more than just a “performance”— it’s an “experience” where everyone participates!*Please note no bags will be permitted.

Location: Ravens Nest (Athletics)

Glow Dance Party

10:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Description: Light it up! Hit the dance floor to some of the top songs of summer along with your favourite throwback jams. This event is in each program’s schedule, making it the perfect opportunity to meet fellow Ravens of all programs and faculties! *Please note no bags will be permitted

Location: Ravens Nest (Athletics)

Opening Ceremonies

10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Description: Wake UP! This is your official welcome to Carleton University and the perfect kick-start to the week ahead! Here you will get a chance to meet your Orientation Coordinators once again, while hearing from a few special guest speakers. The event will wrap up with all students heading out to their student success presentations. 
Location: Ravens Nest (Athletics)

Student Success Presentations

10:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Description: Join your group in various classrooms around campus to learn tips from your student leaders on how to succeed in your first year of university!
Location: Carleton Campus (various classrooms)

Lunch

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Description: Grab a seat and enjoy some lunch while interacting with your new friends. Fall Orientation volunteers will bring groups to either the Nideyinàn Food Court or the Residence Cafeteria.
Location: Nideyinan Food Court (off-campus students) and Carleton Residence Cafeteria (on-campus students)

CUFest

1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Description: Who will reign supreme? Get ready for an action packed day of friendly competition and larger than life interactive activities! Compete in a variety of outdoor games and activities. Join us on campus at River Field l and bring your ‘A’ game for this one!
Location: River Field (outdoors)
Recommended items to bring: A water bottle, sunscreen

Dinner

4:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Description: Grab a seat and enjoy some dinner while interacting with your new friends. Students living off-campus will eat in the Nideyinàn Food Court and students living in Residence will eat in the Residence Cafeteria.
Location: Nideyinan Food Court (off-campus students) and Carleton Residence Cafeteria (on-campus students)

Rick Cole – Hypnotist

6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Description: Join Rick Cole as he brings his hypnotist show to Carleton.  You’ll be amazed at how much he knows, what he can have willing participants say or do, and what he can make suddenly appear. Fall under Rick’s spell as he hypnotizes your classmates and maybe even you too!
Location: Ravens Nest (Athletics)

CU at Night!

8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Description: It’s been a loooong day, Ravens, but we’re not done yet! Join your fellow students for VERY varied programming throughout Nideyinàn and Tory Building. Choose your own adventure, Ravens!

More details of individual activities will be posted later, but be prepared for Bingo, Paint Night, Silent Disco, and more!

Location: Nideyinàn and Tory Building (various locations)

CUSA Silent Disco

8:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Description: Held in conjunction with CU at Night and hosted by our good friends at CUSA! Slap on a pair of neon headphones and dance the night way at the Silent Disco.

Location: Ollies (First floor of Nideyinàn)

Academic Orientation Day

7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Description: There’s a lot to do this week. Between finding out where your classes are, meeting your Fall Orientation group and learning all about university life, things can get a little crazy! Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Academic Orientation Day is designed to make sure that you know everything about your Faculty and Department here at Carleton. You’ll receive a faculty specific t-shirt, get to meet your classmates and professors, and find out more about your degree. This is a fun day packed full of information to help you to start your program off on the right foot!

More information about Academic Orientation Day is available on its dedicated website.
Location: Carleton Campus (various locations)

Expo Carleton

12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Description: Want to get involved in the Carleton community but don’t know where to start? Want to know what the Carleton campus has to offer you? This is the event for you! Expo Carleton showcases all the Carleton clubs, societies and services and gives you the opportunity to walk around for the ones that fit your taste buds. Getting involved during your first year can make the transition to university life much smoother.
Location: Fieldhouse (Athletics)

*Please note that Expo Carleton runs from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m; students are encouraged to attend once they have completed Academic Orientation Day programming and lunch. 

Movie Under the Stars

9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Description: Join us for a throwback flick, popcorn and candy outdoors under the stars. Bring a comfortable blanket so you can sit down and enjoy the show. (Movie to be announced later)
Location: Alumni Park (Weather permitting, back up location to be shared in the event of rain)

Academic Classes

All day
Have a great first day of classes!

Athletics Night!

6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Description: Check out our sports facilities and play few games while you’re at it! We will have an assortment of options taking place throughout the night including soccer, swimming, glow yoga, fitness class, wheelchair basketball, and our legendary giant game of musical chairs. (full lineup to be posted in August)
Locations: Ravens Nest, Fieldhouse, Carleton Pool and Fitness Centre

Speed Mingling with RRRA!

6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Description: A fun way to meet and interact with other new students. Our friends at RRRA will be hosting a Speed Mingling event with built-in icebreakers to help you get to know your fellow Ravens.
Location: Russell Triple Lounge (Residence)

Jeopardy and Comedy Show with CUSA!

9:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Description: The fun and games continue with our friends at CUSA as they host a Jeopardy game night with a twist. Expect to laugh the night away while also winning prizes.
Location: Ollies (First floor of Nideyinàn)

Academic Classes

Classes throughout the day.

CUSA Olympics

4:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Description: Test your strength and wits through an assortment of games hosted by our friends at CUSA.
Location: Parking Lot #4

Minute to Win It with RRRA

6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Description: Our friends at RRRA will be hosting their version of the classic game. Participants will be divided into teams with everyone competing on challenge thats that will test your stamina and teamwork abilities.
Location: Russell Triple Lounge (Residence)

Explore Ottawa Night

7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Description: Fall Orientation has partnered with several local establishments across Ottawa; this is your opportunity to discover the city while visiting some local Ottawa institutions.
Participants are encouraged to use their U-Pass to visit various locations across the city; at each location Fall Orientation Leaders will be able to give you a voucher to redeem a treat.

Locations and items to be announced at the start of Fall Orientation. Last years featured items included poutine, pizza, ice cream, and shawarma offerings.

Academic Classes

All day
Classes throughout the day.

Shinerama

8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Description: Participate in Shinerama by spreading awareness & fundraising in support of Cystic Fibrosis Canada! An annual fundraiser that is near and dear to Ravens; drop by the Tory Building, make a donation and win some prizes!
Location: Tory Building (outside facing the Quad)

CU at the Closeout Concert!
8:00 p.m. (doors at 7:00 p.m.)

We will be announcing our 2024 Fall Orientation Close Out Concert later in August. This concert is exclusive to Fall Orientation and Upper Year Orientation participants, attendees will need to show your wristband to get in.

Must wear your orientation bracelet, no bags, no food or beverages. 

NO TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE.
Location: Ravens Nest