Fall Orientation Schedule – EngFrosh (2024)

Carleton EngFrosh Fall Orientation Programming Schedule (2024)

We are looking forward to hosting Ravens for an exciting week of programming. EngFrosh Programming is for incoming students from the Faculty of Engineering and Design. Participants will be invited to events that are specially cultivated for engineering and design students while also participating in Central Orientation events that are open to ALL Fall Orientation participants. The schedule below is for reference as it is from 2024. Our 2025 schedule will be posted this summer.

(Schedule subject to change)

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Sunday, September 1

Opening Ceremonies 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Description: Meet your team leaders and volunteers. Get a rundown of the week’s schedule. Participants will see a presentation from the EngFrosh planning committee which will get you ready for the week ahead. While the ceremonies will officially start at 6:30 p.m. participants are invited to begin arriving at 6:00 p.m. to meet and hang out with their teams. Location: Alumni Park (outdoors)

Glow Dance Party 8:30 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)

Monday, September 2

Beach Day! 6:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Description: EngFrosh takes their activities to the beach. Join your teammates for a day full of outdoor activities and challenges with Wilderness Tours. Participants have the opportunity to enjoy whitewater rafting (advance registration with additional payment required). Lunch will be provided on site. Check out what’s in store for you An external link was removed to protect your privacy.! Be sure to wear/bring a bathing suit if you plan on going in the water or if you have purchased the whitewater rafting add-on. Rafters will also need shoes that can go in the water / get wet. You will also want to make sure you have sunscreen and stay hydrated throughout the day. Location: Wilderness Tours (Off-Campus). Buses will depart from Campus, please meet at the Residence Quad behind Teraanga Commons

Dinner in Leonardo’s Lounge! 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Description: Participants will get a chance to sample some delicious sandwiches while being introduced to An external link was removed to protect your privacy., a special social lounge and convenience store for FED students brought to you by the Carleton Student Engineering Society. Location: 3rd Floor Mackenzie Building (ME 3342). Meet in Mackenzie Quad

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!

Location: Nideyinàn, Tory Building, and Athletics (various locations)

CUSA Silent Disco 
8:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Description: Held in conjunction with CU at Night and hosted by our good friends at CUSA! Get ready to dance the night away at their Silent Disco Dance Party! With three DJs spinning on three different channels, you can switch between your favorite genres: pop, hip-hop, afrobeat, and all the trendy hits. Grab a pair of wireless headphones and immerse yourself in the music that moves you. This unique event is the perfect way to unwind, meet new friends, and make unforgettable memories. Location: Ollies (First floor of Nideyinàn)

Tuesday, September 3

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 An external link was removed to protect your privacy.. Location: Carleton Campus (various locations)

FEDFair & Expo Carleton
 1:00 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! FEDFair and 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: Athletics Facilities *Please note that Expo Carleton runs from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m; students are encouraged to attend that in conjunction with FEDFair once they have completed Academic Orientation Day programming and lunch.

EngClue 
6:00 p.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Description: Can you figure out who is the guilty culprit? EngFrosh teams will be working together in the dramatized version of CLUE to find out “who-dun-it”. Location: Mackenzie Quad

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. Featured Movie: An external link was removed to protect your privacy.. Location: Alumni Park (Weather permitting, back up location to be shared in the event of rain)

Wednesday, September 4

Academic Classes All day Have a great first day of classes!

Bus Tours 
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Description: Take a tour and learn all about Ottawa’s hot spots. Participants will hit the road and explore Ottawa on a chartered bus while seeing all the attractions that our great city has to offer. Location: Teams meet at Mackenzie Quad.

Athletics Night! 
6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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.

• Archery (6:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
• Soccer (6:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
• Board Games (6:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
• Square Dancing (6:45 pm – 8:15 pm)
• Yoga (7:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
• Zumba (7:30 pm – 8:30 pm)
• Water Polo (8:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
• Pickup Basketball (8:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
• Wheelchair Basketball (8:30 pm – 9:30 pm) 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)

Thursday, September 5

Academic Classes Classes throughout the day.

Dinner in Leonardo’s Lounge! 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Description: Participants will get a chance to sample some delicious food while being introduced to An external link was removed to protect your privacy., a special social lounge and convenience store for FED students brought to you by the Carleton Student Engineering Society. Location: 3rd Floor Mackenzie Building (ME 3342). Meet in Mackenzie Quad

Heads Idol 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Description: Watch your team’s Heads display their musical talent, or lack thereof, at one of EngFrosh’s greatest traditions. Location: Kailash Mital Theater (Southam Hall)

Friday, September 6

Academic Classes All day Classes throughout the day.

Shinerama 
10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Description: Participate in Shinerama by spreading awareness & fundraising in support of An external link was removed to protect your privacy.! An annual fundraiser that is near and dear to Ravens; drop by Teraanga Commons Lobby to purchase some retro Ravens gear or make a donation. Location: Fenn Lounge (Teraanga Commons)

EngLAN 
5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Description: A chill night of games, including board and video games. Participants will be able to use EngFrosh-provided games or are optionally welcome to bring their own laptops or board games if they would like. Location: Porter Hall (231 Nideyinàn). Meet in Mackenzie Quad

CU at the Closeout Concert! 
8:00 p.m. (doors at 7:00 p.m.)
Description: Fall Orientation is proud to host An external link was removed to protect your privacy. for our Close Out Concert. This concert is exclusive to Fall Orientation and Upper Year Event Package 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

Saturday, September 7

MarketSCOTT and “Stream Lunch” 
8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Description: Due to inclement weather, this event has been moved indoors. Teams are now invited to meet at Minto 2000 for various activities. Lunch will be provided. Checkout downtown Ottawa with activities around Major Hills Park and the historic ByWard Market, while also completing day-long Spirit Challenges. Lunch will be provided and participants will have the chance to sit down with other students and volunteers in their program to get to know them, discuss academics, and receive advice from upper-year Ravens. Location: Minto 2000

Overnight Raft Design Competition 
7:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m.
Description: Get ready for some splash-tactic fun! Join your team in an overnight design competition where teams will spend the evening (and into the morning) building a water-ready raft to compete in the EngFrosh Raft Races the following morning with the provided supplies. Teams will also present their Spirit Challenge submission to Spirit. Location: Parking Garage #18 (outdoors but covered)

Sunday, September 8

Raft Racing 
8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Description: The highlight of the week! Team will get in the rafts they designed and built the night before and race them in the pool. Will your raft be the fastest? Will your raft sink? Be there to cheer on your team and join in on the excitement. Location: Carleton University Pool

Closing Ceremonies 
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Description: Officially wrap up the week with your team and find out the winners of EngFrosh 2024! Location: Alumni Park (outdoors)

Weeklong Events

Scavenger Hunt 
Description: Teams compete in a weeklong scavenger hunt where participants decode clues and race to the locations across campus and throughout Ottawa. Strict rules are enforced; no scav activities interfere with classes or academics.

EngFrosh Tradeup 
Description: Each team will receive a small trinket, and will work through the week to trade that trinket to get the most valuable item possible. You never know when a paper clip can become a piano!

EngFrosh Cup 
Description: A weeklong tournament where teams battle at Foosball to capture the table. The victorious team hides the table in a new location on campus but must stay prepare to defend agains the next challenger.

Spirit Challenges 
Description: Each of the five EngFrosh Spirit have a challenge for participants. The teams have all week to prepare and present the answers during the Raft Building night.

Questions? Please see our Frequently Asked Questions or Contact Us page.