Orientation Week with the DSU (Halifax)
±«Óătv Student Union’s O-Week offers fun and interactive events including music, movies, games, and much more!
O-Week events also introduce you to important academic info, communities on campus, social engagement opportunities, support services, and resources on campus.
The full Orientation schedule will be released in mid-July. For planning purposes, Orientation activities begin September 1.
Pre-Orientation programming will run the week of September 1 for:
- International students
- Students with accessibility needs
- Graduate students
Residence move-in begins September 3. Check your email for more information about scheduling your move in slot.
Main Orientation programming for all new undergraduate students begins September 5 with Tiger Welcome Day.
For ongoing information about New Student Orientation, remember to check your ±«Óătv email.
Additional events are offered through:
New to Dal – Agricultural Campus (Truro)
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 ±«Óătv Agricultural Student Association and the Student Success Centre team, events are open to all new students at the ±«Óătv campus in Truro.
Check back in summer 2026 for information on the New to Dal schedule for fall 2026.Â
Online orientation course
The online orientation course  features videos that help all new Dal 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. The course is hosted on Dal’s Brightspace learning platform.
Off-campus student mentorship program
Together@Dal is a mentorship program for new off-campus students that provides a great way for you to meet other students, develop a sense of academic belonging, and become connected to the university community before and during your first year.Â
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. 
New student groups on the DalU app
DalU is our campus mobile app and web portal that connects you with other students, events, your course info, campus maps, and more. It’s also where you’ll find the new student groups for Halifax and Truro to meet other new students, ask questions, and get tips about starting at Dal. Download it from the App Store or Google Play, or visit the web portal at .
Questions?
Please contact us at student.experience@dal.ca.