WINTER ORIENTATION 2025!

What Is Orientation?

Orientation happens two times throughout the academic year, once in the fall term and another in the winter term. Fall Orientation takes
place near the end of August to the beginning of September, usually the week before classes begin. Winter Orientation, also known as
Frost Week, takes place in January. Each orientation gives you the chance to connect with other students, get familiar with your academic
program, and make long-lasting memories.

Orientation at York University features many events and programs, including:

• Academic and faculty-specific orientations so incoming students can meet their peers and find out about faculty-specific resources.
• Information sessions about accessing university services and support to assist your academic journey.
• Social programming and activities throughout the week to facilitate friendships and fun!

Winter Orientation Events

International and Exchange Orientation

Welcome

Registration is officially open for Winter 2025 International & Exchange Student Orientation! Join us in-person for an incredible opportunity to meet fellow international students, build community, and to learn all about important resources and services available to you at York University!

DATE: January 4, 2025
TIME: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Second Student Centre

GET MORE DETAILS AND REGISTER NOW

Campus Services Fair 

Kick off the Winter term and the new year at the Campus Services Fair

Meet with and explore a wide range of campus services including York International, Accessibility Services, Health Education & Promotion, Food Services / Dietician, Athletics & Recreation, Learning Skills, The Centre, Office of Sustainability and more!

You won't want to miss the giveaways and free massages!

DATE: Wednesday, January 8
TIME: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Starting off Strong

Starting off Strong - with Learning Skills Services

Description: Are you new to York? This workshop explores what is expected of learners in our university environment and tips for getting off to a great start.

DATE: January 8, 2025
TIME: 2:30 -3:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Zoom

Registration Required

Transfer Student Orientation

Transferring from another institution?

Join us to explore strategies for Transfer Student success at York!

Watch this space for date, time and further details.

New Student Welcome Event at the Break Room

Get your game on at the Break Room

Join Student Community & Leadership Development along with York International at York University's Break Room for this unique, one-of-a-kind social event!

York's premiere destination for board, console and arcade games, plus great eats!

DATE: Monday, January 6, 2025
TIME: 2 - 4 p.m.

Frost Week Events

Get social and get to know York

Organized by your College Councils, this series of social events is designed to introduce students to campus life and school spirit as well as making new friends and lifelong memories.

Not sure what College you belong to? Find out using the COLLEGE FINDER.

Learn more about your College and follow them on social.

Faculty Specific Orientation

FACULTY	DESCRIPTION	DATE & TIME	LOCATION	LINK
School of Arts, Media, Performance & Design (AMPD)	Starting a new chapter is a big deal, and we’re here to support you.  Feel free to reach out to us about your questions, ideas, or even how you’re feeling about starting this journey—we’re here for you!  You can connect with us anytime to book a meeting, or by email at joinampd@yorku.ca!	N/A	N/A	N/A
Liberal Arts & Professional Studies (LA&PS)	2025 LA&PS Winter Welcome Two days of fun, food, puppies, and more! Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable start to 2025 in the Faculty of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies! Kick off the new year with LA&PS Winter Welcome Days! Connect with friends, get ahead in your studies, make plans to enhance your degree, destress, and have some fun!  •  Free food (hello, ramen and Timbits!) •  Therapy dogs to de-stress •  Study, career, & wellness supports to start the year strong •  Fun activities like board games, karaoke, and more! We would love to see you there!	January 8 - 9, 2025, 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.	Vanier College & Founders College, Courtyard Level	Complete details and registration
Environmental and Urban Change (EUC)	Welcome! You are invited to join The Faculty of Environmental and Urban Change (EUC) Winter Orientation. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.	January 3, 2025, 12 - 1:00 p.m.	Virtual (Zoom)	Register now

Components of Orientation

• Social
• Academic
• Priority Communities
• Residence
• Parents & Family

Social Orientation

Make new friends, become comfortable at York and make the most of your university experience. Join the fun at Social Orientation, as offered by your College/Faculty. During this week-long event, you’ll have the option to participate in a wide range of social activities including sports challenges, carnivals, live performances and fun trips. You’ll discover there's no better way to meet new people and familiarize yourself with York University than to attend O-Week.

Academic Orientation

Academic Orientation is hosted by your faculty, based on the undergraduate program you are in. It is mandatory to attend. Academic Orientation consists of sessions where you can meet fellow students and faculty members, as well as learn more about your academic program and resources available to you at your faculty and across the university.

Priority Communities

Behind all our efforts is a dedication to decolonization, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Whether you identify as:

• Indigenous
• Black
• International & Exchange
• Queer or Trans
• first in family
• students with disabilities
• mature or transfer

we want to ensure that you are seen and feel welcomed.   

Residence Orientation

Residence Orientation is a mandatory orientation for all incoming students living in residence. It consists of various social and educational activities that contribute to a memorable residence experience. Sessions will include explaining resources and support available to residence student, as well as the chance to meet other students living in the same residence.

Learn about living at York

Parents & Family

Parents, families, and guardians - learn how you can support your student while they are at university.