International Student Orientation Schedule of 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
May 2 - 3
Welcome Centre
Connect
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Chu Centre
May 2
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
Learn
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Chu Centre
May 3
Explore Campus With Us!
Socialize
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
IGAB Main Entrance
May 3 - 4
Spring Weekend Market
Community
Explore on your own
May 5 - 7
Welcome Centre
Connect
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Chu Centre
May 5
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic
Learn
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Chu Centre
May 8
Special Edition Global Cafe
Socialize
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
IGAB Atrium
May 9
New International Student Celebration Dinner
Socialize
5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Great Hall (SH)
May 10 - 11
Summer Weekend Fun
Community
Explore on your own
May 12
New International Students Webinar: Academic Supports
Learn
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Virtual
May 15
New International Students Webinar: Health & Wellness
Learn
12:30 pm to 2:00 pm
Virtual
May 15
Global Cafe Orientation Edition
Socialize
3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
IGAB Atrium
May 16
New International Students Webinar: Living in London