The University of Manitoba is a large and diverse community comprised of many students, faculty and staff members who are here to share in your education and experiences.  Whether it’s you first time on campus, or just the first day of studies in a new program, we hope that you feel comfortable and connected to your community. 

During the first weeks of the academic year there are a variety of special interest and faculty specific events that are offered to introduce you to our life and culture at the U of M.  Please view the links below to learn more about the people, resources and events available to you. 

We hope that you will find many opportunities in which to participate and join in on the fun and spirit of being a University of Manitoba student! 

Updates on each event will be posted on the following websites throughout the summer.

Orientation

September 3 & 4, 2013

Orientation is one of the largest events on campus, involving over 6,000 students, staff, and volunteers.  This two-day event will introduce you to the U of M campus and prepare you for university life with academic sessions and workshops, and provides a fun opportunity to meet fellow students! More details will be available and you will be contact with your personalized schedule

Residence Student Orientation

A move-in weekend has been scheduled for all new and returning residence students:

Saturday, August 31
New Resident Move-In

Sunday, September 1
Returning Resident Move-In, New resident orientation, Residence parents orientation

More information will be posted here and on their website (http://umanitoba.ca/housing) as it is confirmed.

Aboriginal Student Centre Orientation Summer Course

August 12 - 30, 2013 | Migizii Agamik (Bald Eagle Lodge)

The Aboriginal Student Centre offers a three credit Native Studies course, The Colonizers and the Colonized: Opening the Circle (NATV1000). This course integrates an orientation component with relevant information, resources and skills, which include computer & library skills, guest lecturers, tours, and information sharing from ASC and Native Studies about U of M services and facilities.

For more information and to register, visit their website: http://umanitoba.ca/student/asc/programs/orientation.html

Bannatyne Campus Orientation

August 28-30, 2013 | Buhler Atrium

Students on the Bannatyne campus are invited to join us for food, presentations and prizes, presented by UMSU, Health Science Graduate Students’ Association, Graduate Students Association, Recreation Services, Student Life and Services for Students on Bannatyne.

International Student Orientation

August 28, 2013 - ICS Orientation for New International Students

The International Centre for Students (ICS) offers orientation sessions to help new international students with their transition to Canada and the U of M. Sessions are offered at the start of the fall, winter, and spring/summer terms.
http://umanitoba.ca/student/ics/programs/orientation.html