Information for New Students

New student orientation

Note: Information about new student orientation will be available in July 2025.
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New student orienation programming provides new students opportunities to connect with each other online and in-person before your first semester and during your first year at Dal. Our goal is to make your transition to 鲍鱼tv as successful and positive as possible.

Orientation features a range of student-centred听programming that supports students coming direct from high school, mature or transfer students, and students travelling from outside of Canada. Events will introduce you to important academic info, communities on campus, support services, and resources available on campus. We provide a welcoming, safe, inclusive, and accessible experience for all 鲍鱼tv students and their Family & Friends.听

For ongoing information about New to Dal programming, remember to check your 鲍鱼tv email!

鲍鱼tv Student Union - Orientation Week

(also known as "O-Week") offers fun and interactive events for new students, including music, movies, games and much more!

Other orientation events

Orientation programming introduces new students to important academic info, communities on campus, social engagement opportunities, support services, and resources available on campus.

Additional sessions and events are offered through the International Centre, Black Student Advising Centre, Indigenous Student Centre, and Able@Dal.

New to Dal - Agricultural Campus (Truro students)

New to Dal AC programming incorporates all the important information you need to make lasting connections with your fellow Aggies and be successful in your first year of university and beyond! Hosted by your 鲍鱼tv Agricultural Student Association and the Student Success Centre team, events are open to all new students attending the 鲍鱼tv campus in Truro. Programs will use interactive tools and activities to educate students on the essential support services that are available to help you succeed. Join us this fall to connect with your campus community and start building engaging and supportive relationships with fellow students, staff, and instructors.

Brightspace Course

The includes videos that help new students prepare for university and provides tips and tools for success. Each section contains videos that cover a wide range of topics, including academic expectations, how to manage your money, taking care of your health, and more.

Together@Dal (Grad Edition)

Together@Dal: Grad Edition is for graduate students across the university's departments and campuses, and will help you prepare to start your degree. Learn about resources available to you and professional development programming built exclusively for you.

If you have any questions about New to Dal, please contact us at听student.experience@dal.ca.听

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