Summer Orientation Day
Program Overview
Summer Orientation Day is one day program designed for new students and their parent(s). The program is designed to promote the student’s personal academic success and individual development. Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in informative workshops, explore Carleton’s campus, and learn from current students, staff and faculty through a variety of programming.
This year, Summer Orientation Day will be taking place on Saturday August 15th, 2026 from 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
Registration for Summer Orientation Day is now open! To register, please click the link below.
Program Schedule
Summer Orientation Day will over a diverse line-up of programming for attendees to choose from. The day consists of ongoing campus tours, a student services fair and concurrent presentations that will take place throughout the day. Attendees will be able to select what activities they wish to participate in.
For more information about each activity, visit our website here.
| Time | Activation | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM | Student Services Fair | Nicol Building Lobby |
| 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Campus Tours | Nicol Building Lobby |
| 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM | Academic Experience Panel | Richcraft Hall (RB) 2200 |
| 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM | Student Experience Panel | Health Sciences (HS) 1301 |
| 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM & 1:00 PM | Residence Life Presentation | Porter Hall – Nideyinàn (NN) 231 |
| 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Campus Card Pickup (Available to students living off-campus) | Nideyinàn Galleria (4th Floor) |
| 2:00 PM | Student Life and Epic Bingo! | TBC |
| 2:00 PM | Supporting Your Student! | TBC |
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Please contact orientation@carleton.ca with any further questions about Summer Orientation Day.