International Welcome Orientation

August 30, 2024 at 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM

Location:Richcraft Hall
Cost:Free

Welcome to Carleton University!

The International Student Services Office is excited to welcome all new undergraduate and graduate students joining Carleton University this Fall 2024. As part of our International Welcome Week for first-year international students, we have an engaging and informative program.

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August 30, 2024!  Registrations open July 15!

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 you your success as a Carleton University student. Orientation is free of charge and aims to provide you with valuable resources, insights, and lasting connections.

During International Welcome Orientation, you can look forward to:

  • Connecting with fellow international students through ice-breakers, socials, and events
  • Discovering Carleton and Ottawa through a range of activities aimed to explore and familiarize yourself with Carleton University and the vibrant city of Ottawa
  • Learning about available resources tailored to support the needs of our international student community
  • Developing essential skills to equip you with the necessary social, cultural, and academic skills for a successful transition to university life
  • Exploring 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

International Welcome Week

Will include a robust line up of activities and events to help international students transition into student life at Carleton University.

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Our week of activities will kick off with International Orientation Day.

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More events will be added throughout the week!

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August 30, 2024!  Registrations open July 15!

Click Here to find out more about International Welcome Week and Register!

This session complements the asynchronous I-Start course offered virtually by the ISSO. We highly recommend all international students register for I-Start.