Get Ready for Fall Orientation 2023!

Pre-Orientation Schedule

Academic Orientation

Week One Orientation Schedule

Top Ten Highlights

Week Two Orientation Schedule

We’re bringing you everything you need to start College life! On this page you will find a schedule of events, registration links and helpful resources for Fall Orientation at Loyalist College. 

*Please note that the below schedules are subject to change. Please continue to check this page for event updates and registration details. 

Your Orientation Top Ten – Don’t Miss These Highlights!

1. Exciting Events from Loyalist Life: We have an action-packed week filled with exciting events! Don’t miss out on valuable opportunities to connect with others and create lifelong memories. Stay in the loop by following @loyalistlife! 

2. Student ID Card: Unlock the student experience with your student ID Card! Find out how to get yours here.

3. Get Involved with Student Government: Student Government offers a supportive environment to thrive and learn! Discover the positions available for our fall election and find out how you can start your leadership journey at Loyalist!
4. Support the Lancers: Cheer on the Loyalist Lancers at the very first home game of the season on Friday, Sep 8! Don’t miss out on the action, check out all our teams’ schedules on the Loyalist Lancers website.

5. Join a Club: Find your community! Join us at the Shark Tank Socials throughout the week to connect with our vibrant campus clubs and find the perfect one for you.

6. Record Your Name with NameCoach on Canvas: Loyalist College has teamed up with NameCoach, a user-friendly app, to help others learn to pronounce your name. Simply visit the NameCoach tab in Canvas and share a recording of the correct pronunciation of your name.

7. Complete the Indigenous Student Declaration Form: Stand proud and strengthen the Indigenous community at Loyalist! Identification is a voluntary and confidential online process by which you identify yourself as an Indigenous student. 

8. Great Campus Adventure: Kick-start your college experience! This fun-filled scavenger hunt is designed to introduce you to the amazing student services awaiting you on campus.

9. Friday Night Lights: Come out and support the Lancers while exploring delicious local cuisine from food trucks visiting the campus! Stick around until dusk for an unforgettable fireworks display.

10. Free Hoodies: Score a FREE Loyalist Hoodie! Swing by our foam party Orientation Day (Sept. 5), from 12-4 pm at the baseball diamond, and grab your complimentary student hoodie. 

Virtual Pre-Orientation Sessions

Get a head start at Loyalist College with our exclusive virtual Pre-Orientation sessions! Tackle the challenges of transitioning to college life with confidence.
Check out our virtual sessions on Zoom on August 30.

No registration required! 

International Student Orientation

Discover Loyalist’s outstanding supports and schedule of events designed for international students at our International Student Orientation. Don’t forget to join all the other Orientation activities too!

Port Hope Orientation

Check out the Orientation Schedule to give a warm welcome to new students at the Port-Hope Campus!

Indigenous Services Orientation

On August 30 from 11 am – 2pm, join our Indigenous Services team in room 3H9 for an informal drop-in, where students and their families can attend a tour and get answers for all your burning questions. Get the latest on Loyalist’s bursary opportunities, Student Success services, campus facilities, on-campus employment, parking, public transit and more! 

Residence Orientation

Residence Move-in Days

We can’t wait to meet you and introduce you to the amazing Residence Life experience! A smooth transition to living in Residence starts with move-in day. This year, our move-in weekend will take place  September 3 – 4, and Residence Orientation will take place on September 5. Check out a detailed schedule below!

Click here for more details about Loyalist College Residences.

Residence Orientation 2023

Orientation Schedule Week One

So much is happening during Orientation Week – check out the schedule below! Looking for more details? Check out our events calendar on Loyalist Life for all the info on upcoming events happening throughout the month!

No classes are scheduled on Tuesday, September 6, but all first-year students are required to attend Academic Orientation. 

Fall 2023 Orientation Schedule

Academic Orientation – Tuesday, September 5

Orientation Schedule Week Two

Settling in takes time, but we’re here to help! Take a look at our Week two schedule for a chance to learn about even more student services and join in on some exciting events.

Fall 2023 Orientation Week 2