{"id":30521,"date":"2024-07-15T14:11:12","date_gmt":"2024-07-15T18:11:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/go-isso\/?page_id=30521"},"modified":"2026-04-22T16:25:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T20:25:19","slug":"international-orientation-day","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/go-isso\/new-students\/international-orientation-day\/","title":{"rendered":"International Student Orientation Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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September 4, 2026<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to Carleton University!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Global Opportunities & International Student Services Office is excited to welcome all new undergraduate, graduate & study abroad <\/strong>joining Carleton University this Fall 2026. <\/strong>As part of our International Welcome Orientation for new international students, we have an engaging and informative program planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On September 4, 2026, you will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of events, workshops, and activities designed to enhance your transition to campus life and support your success as a Carleton University student. Orientation is free of charge and aims to provide you with valuable resources, insights, and lasting connections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During International Welcome Orientation, you can look forward to: <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Connecting <\/em><\/strong>with fellow international students through ice-breakers, socials, and events<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Discovering<\/em><\/strong> <\/em>Carleton and Ottawa through a range of activities aimed to explore and familiarize yourself with Carleton University and the vibrant city of Ottawa<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Learning<\/em><\/strong> about available resources tailored to support the needs of our international student community<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Developing<\/em><\/strong> essential skills to equip you with the necessary social, cultural, and academic skills for a successful transition to university life<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Exploring<\/em><\/strong> the key themes of culture, academics, community resources, social connection, transition, and immigration, all of which contribute to the overall success of our international student community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION DAY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Friday, September 4, 202<\/strong>6
    9:30 AM – 3:00 PM <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Location: <\/strong>TBD<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Description<\/strong>: Welcome Global Ravens! Start your journey at Carleton University with a full day of activities intended to prepare you for your academic, social, and cultural transition. Participate in workshops developed by campus experts, share a meal with us, meet new students, and discover campus resources at our Campus Services Fair.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Please note<\/strong>:\n
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      • Registration opens at 9:00am<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Please be sure to indicate if you are bringing a guest <\/strong>(maximum of 1 guest permitted) to this event<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Daycare will not be provided<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Campus Tour after Orientation Session<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n

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        I-Start International Orientation: 2026-2027<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

        We strongly encourage you to sign up for I-Start<\/strong><\/a>, our free online orientation mini-course created specifically for new international students at Carleton University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n