International Student Orientation Events
Our hybrid orientation program will include virtual information sessions as well as exciting in-person social events to help you meet new friends and feel at home at Western.
Please plan to visit our Welcome Centre during your first week to connect with fellow new students and get support with your transition to Western.
Meet with an International Student Advisor
As a new student, you are encouraged to connect with an advisor during your first month at Western to get personalized advice and learn more about how they can support you throughout your time here.
International Orientation Schedule
August 25 - 30 and September 2 - 5
Welcome Centre
Connect
IGAB Atrium
August 29
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
Learn
Chu Centre
August 28
Residence Dinner
Connect
August 30
Explore Campus With Us!
IGAB Main Entrance
August 30
Sports and Social Night
Campus Recreation Centre
August 31
Western Mustangs Game
Western Alumni Stadium
September 3
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
Learn
Chu Centre
September 10
Webinar: Canadian Culture 101
Learn
Virtual
September 11
Exchange Student FAQ & Social
IGAB Atrium
September 12
New Student Celebration Dinner
Great Hall (SH)
September 17
Webinar: Navigating the Canadian Health Care System
Learn
Virtual
September 19
International Families Lunch
Thames Hall Atrium
September 19
Peer Guide Network Launch Event: Undergraduate Edition
Chu Centre
September 24
Webinar: Homesickness and Culture Shock
Learn
Virtual
September 26
Peer Guide Network Launch Event: Graduate Edition
IGAB Atrium
September 27
Homecoming: Western Mustangs Game
Community
September 28
100 Kellogg Lane
Community
