AC Day 1 Social Activities

Photo of a singer and guitarist at AC Day 1.

Monday, May 6, 2024

AC Day 1 is jam-packed with fun social activities and workshops. There’s something for everyone – find support and check out the sessions below that interest you!*

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Activities Schedule

7am (While Supplies Last) • Coffee Stations

Grab a complimentary hot cup of coffee* as you arrive on campus and head to your Program Orientation.

Event Locations:

  • 1st Floor of C Building (Entrance)
  • 1st Floor of ACCE/CA Building (Entrance)

*While supplies last.

7:30am – 4:30pm • Here2Help Booths

Have a question? Need directions? We’re Here2Help! On AC Day 1, stop by a Here2Help booth from 7:30am to 4:30pm for assistance with all your AC related questions!

Booth Locations:

  • The AC Hub (2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)
  • E Building/Student Commons (Entrance)
  • 4 Corners
  • 1st Floor, C Building (Entrance)
  • 1st Floor, ACCE Building (Entrance)

8am – 4pm • International Education Centre Drop-In

Hey, international students! Have questions about immigration matters, housing, transportation, healthcare, employment, making friends, or events on campus? Don’t worry, we’ve got the answers! Drop by the International Education Centre booth to learn more about all of the resources available to students who are new to Canada.

Event Location: Entrance of E Building/Student Commons (1st Floor)

8am – 4pm • ITS Network Support Tables

Get on-the-spot tech support for connecting to the college’s Wifi, downloading software, accessing ACSIS and Brightspace, and more!

Monday, May 6, from 8am-4pm:

  • 1st Floor of Student Commons/E Building
  • 1st Floor of the DARE District/C Building

ITS will also have support tables from Tuesday, May 7, to Friday, May 10, from 8am-1pm, at the following locations: 

  • 1st Floor of Student Commons/E Building
  • 1st Floor of the DARE District/C Building

8:30am – 4:30pm • AC Card and U-Pass Pick Up

New students who require their AC Card and/or U-Pass can book an appointment to pick up their cards from room E120 at the Ottawa Campus. To book an appointment to pick up your cards, please click here.

Event Location: E120 (1st Floor, Student Commons/E Building) *must book an appointment to pick up your cards in advance*

9am – 4pm • Mamidosewin Centre Drop-in

Come by the Mamidosewin Centre to say hi and meet the staff! At the Centre, you can learn about Indigenous student initiatives and programs, opportunities to get involved, and upcoming events!

Event Location: Mamidosewin Centre (Room E122, 1st Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

9:30am – 11:30am • Good Morning, Monday

Good morning, AC! Start your first day of college off right by visiting the AC Hub for coffee, pastries, and live music!

Brewbar will be onsite serving up delicious organic teas and masterfully brewed fair trade coffees. Take your pick of beverage from an array of options including espresso, lattes, and whole-leaf teas, grab a fresh pastry, and enjoy some live music before heading off to your Program Orientation!

*Coffee and pastries available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Event Location: The AC Hub (2nd Floor, E Building/Student Commons)

10am – 10:30am • Library Tour

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources; such as the silent study area, collaborative learning spaces, and helpful staff. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services.

Finally, meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Event Location: Meet at the AC Library main desk in C350 (3rd Floor, C Building/DARE District)

10am – 2pm • Everything You Need to Know About Printing on Campus

Do you have questions about how to use the on-campus printers? Drop by the Print Services table where an expert from Print Services can instruct on how to print on campus, show you the online printing processes, and answer any additional questions you may have.

Event Location: 1st Floor of Student Commons/E Building (across from Booster Juice)

10am – 2pm • Booklist and Course Materials Drop-In

Drop by the Booklist and Course Materials table to ask any questions you may have about your booklists or course materials. Set yourself up for success by learning how to access your custom booklist, finding out how to order your course materials, and asking our experts your questions!

Event location: Outside of Connections: The Campus Store (1st Floor, H Building)

10am – 4pm • Relaxation and Social Stations

Looking for a calm place to sit down, relax, and kick back with friends? Check out the Relaxation and Social Stations in ACCE Building in front of the Living Wall where you’ll find various relaxation and social activities to participate in by yourself or with friends!

Event Location: ACCE (CA) Building (1st Floor in front of the Living Wall)

10am – 4pm • Spiritual Centre Drop-In

Stop by the Spiritual Centre in Rooms E204 and E211 (2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building) to meet the team, have a few moments of quiet and reflection, and learn more about the faith and spirituality groups on campus!
  • In E204, participate in mindfulness activities and get information about the different spirituality and faith groups at the college. From 12pm to 3pm, representatives from Campus Ministries and Intervarsity will be available to answer questions and chat about their services.
  • In E211, stop by to learn more about the various Muslim services available on campus.
For more information about the Spiritual Centre, please contact spiritualcentre@algonquincollege.com
Event Location: Spiritual Centre (Rooms E204 and E211, 2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

10am – 4pm • The Chill Zone

We know your first day of college can be hectic, so stop by The Chill Zone to calm those first-day jitters!
From journalling, to board games, to creating a vision board for the upcoming school year, there’s something for everyone to unwind and relax with in The Chill Zone!
Event Location: Nawapon (Room C100, 1st Floor, C Building)

11am – 12pm • Getting Started with Brightspace and Zoom

In this workshop, get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more.
You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.
Please note, that this workshop is first-come, first-served due to limited spaces. Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from April 29 to May 3, 2024!
Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

11am – 2pm • Spring AC Wolves Fest

On AC Day 1, join the Algonquin College Community outside of the ARC (X Building) as we celebrate the beginning of the new semester! Grab some FREE food from the Wolves Den, then make your way outside for live music, fun games, and good vibes!
Event Location: Outside of the ARC (X Building)
Brought to you by your Students’ Association and the AC Hub.

12pm – 1pm • Getting Started with Brightspace, Zoom, and Microsoft 365

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. This workshop will cover how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more.
You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can assist you in your studies.
Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-served due to limited spaces. Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from April 29 to May 3, 2024.
Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

1pm – 1:30pm • Library Tour

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources; such as the silent study area, collaborative learning spaces, and helpful staff. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services. Finally, meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Event Location: Meet at the AC Library main desk in Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building/DARE District)

1pm – 3pm • Paws 4 Stress

Take a PAWS from your first day of college to enjoy the cuddly company of some furry friends!

Event Location: Corner Lounge (1st Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

1pm – 4pm • The Social Room

Stop by the AC Hub to make connections, meet new friends, and get social! Grab a refreshment and get chatting with a conversation starter, play a fun board game, or head over to the photo booth with your new friends and strike a silly pose! At 3pm, grab a partner or small team and compete in a game of trivia for prizes!

Schedule:

  •  1pm – 3pm – Refreshments, conversation starters, socializing, and a photo booth!
  • 3pm – 4pm – Trivia (with prizes!)

Event Location: The AC Hub (2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

7:30am – 4:30pm • Here2Help Booths

Have a question? Need directions? We’re Here2Help! On AC Day 1, stop by a Here2Help booth from 7:30am to 4:30pm for assistance with all your AC related questions!

Booth Locations:

  • The AC Hub (2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)
  • E Building/Student Commons (Entrance)
  • 4 Corners
  • 1st Floor, C Building (Entrance)
  • 1st Floor, ACCE Building (Entrance)

8am – 4pm • International Education Centre Drop-In

Hey, international students! Have questions about immigration matters, housing, transportation, healthcare, employment, making friends, or events on campus? Don’t worry, we’ve got the answers! Drop by the International Education Centre booth to learn more about all of the resources available to students who are new to Canada.

Event Location: Entrance of E Building/Student Commons (1st Floor)

8am – 4pm • ITS Network Support Tables

Get on-the-spot tech support for connecting to the college’s Wifi, downloading software, accessing ACSIS and Brightspace, and more!

Monday, May 6, from 8am-4pm:

  • 1st Floor of Student Commons/E Building
  • 1st Floor of the DARE District/C Building

ITS will also have support tables from Tuesday, May 7, to Friday, May 10, from 8am-1pm, at the following locations: 

  • 1st Floor of Student Commons/E Building
  • 1st Floor of the DARE District/C Building

8:30am – 4:30pm • AC Card and U-Pass Pick Up

New students who require their AC Card and/or U-Pass can book an appointment to pick up their cards from room E120 at the Ottawa Campus. To book an appointment to pick up your cards, please click here.

Event Location: E120 (1st Floor, Student Commons/E Building) *must book an appointment to pick up your cards in advance*

10am – 10:30am • Library Tour

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources; such as the silent study area, collaborative learning spaces, and helpful staff. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services.

Finally, meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Event Location: Meet at the AC Library main desk in C350 (3rd Floor, C Building/DARE District)

10am – 2pm • Everything You Need to Know About Printing on Campus

Do you have questions about how to use the on-campus printers? Drop by the Print Services table where an expert from Print Services can instruct on how to print on campus, show you the online printing processes, and answer any additional questions you may have.

Event Location: 1st Floor of Student Commons/E Building (across from Booster Juice)

10am – 2pm • Booklist and Course Materials Drop-In

Drop by the Booklist and Course Materials table to ask any questions you may have about your booklists or course materials. Set yourself up for success by learning how to access your custom booklist, finding out how to order your course materials, and asking our experts your questions!

Event location: Outside of Connections: The Campus Store (1st Floor, H Building)

11am – 12pm • Getting Started with Brightspace and Zoom

In this workshop, get to know Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. You will learn how to access your course materials, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more.
You will also learn about Zoom, including how to set up your Zoom account, adjust your account settings for security, schedule your own zoom meetings, and work with your classmates.
Please note, that this workshop is first-come, first-served due to limited spaces. Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from April 29 to May 3, 2024!
Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

12pm – 1pm • Getting Started with Brightspace, Zoom, and Microsoft 365

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to sign in and navigate Brightspace, the online platform for your courses. This workshop will cover how to access your course material, submit assignments, take quizzes, see your grades, and more.
You will also learn about your student email and some of the Microsoft 365 apps, like Word and Teams, that you can access through your email account and that can assist you in your studies.
Please note, this workshop is first-come, first-served due to limited spaces. Can’t attend this session? Click here to check out the Student Learning Centre’s workshops running daily from April 29 to May 3, 2024.
Event Location: Library Learning Lab (Room C263, 2nd Floor, C Building)

1pm – 1:30pm • Library Tour

This short walk through our beautiful library will introduce attendees to our onsite services and resources; such as the silent study area, collaborative learning spaces, and helpful staff. Learn how easy it is to use our self-checkout kiosks to borrow books and how to borrow laptops from our new 24 hour laptop lockers. Find out more about the Coaching and Peer Tutoring Services. Finally, meet Page 1+; – it’s a lot like Google, but instead of searching the web, it searches the library’s online and in-house collection!

Event Location: Meet at the AC Library main desk in Room C350 (3rd Floor, C Building/DARE District)

9am – 4pm • Mamidosewin Centre Drop-in

Come by the Mamidosewin Centre to say hi and meet the staff! At the Centre, you can learn about Indigenous student initiatives and programs, opportunities to get involved, and upcoming events!

Event Location: Mamidosewin Centre (Room E122, 1st Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

10am – 4pm • Spiritual Centre Drop-In

Stop by the Spiritual Centre in Rooms E204 and E211 (2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building) to meet the team, have a few moments of quiet and reflection, and learn more about the faith and spirituality groups on campus!
  • In E204, participate in mindfulness activities and get information about the different spirituality and faith groups at the college. From 12pm to 3pm, representatives from Campus Ministries and Intervarsity will be available to answer questions and chat about their services.
  • In E211, stop by to learn more about the various Muslim services available on campus.
For more information about the Spiritual Centre, please contact spiritualcentre@algonquincollege.com
Event Location: Spiritual Centre (Rooms E204 and E211, 2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

1pm – 3pm • Paws 4 Stress

Take a PAWS from your first day of college to enjoy the cuddly company of some furry friends!

Event Location: Corner Lounge (1st Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

1pm – 4pm • The Social Room

Stop by the AC Hub to make connections, meet new friends, and get social! Grab a refreshment and get chatting with a conversation starter, play a fun board game, or head over to the photo booth with your new friends and strike a silly pose! At 3pm, grab a partner or small team and compete in a game of trivia for prizes!

Schedule:

  •  1pm – 3pm – Refreshments, conversation starters, socializing, and a photo booth!
  • 3pm – 4pm – Trivia (with prizes!)

Event Location: The AC Hub (2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

7am (While Supplies Last) • Coffee Stations

Grab a complimentary hot cup of coffee* as you arrive on campus and head to your Program Orientation.

Event Locations:

  • 1st Floor of C Building (Entrance)
  • 1st Floor of ACCE/CA Building (Entrance)

*While supplies last.

9:30am – 11:30am • Good Morning, Monday

Good morning, AC! Start your first day of college off right by visiting the AC Hub for coffee, pastries, and live music!

Brewbar will be onsite serving up delicious organic teas and masterfully brewed fair trade coffees. Take your pick of beverage from an array of options including espresso, lattes, and whole-leaf teas, grab a fresh pastry, and enjoy some live music before heading off to your Program Orientation!

*Coffee and pastries available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Event Location: The AC Hub (2nd Floor, E Building/Student Commons)

10am – 4pm • Relaxation and Social Stations

Looking for a calm place to sit down, relax, and kick back with friends? Check out the Relaxation and Social Stations in ACCE Building in front of the Living Wall where you’ll find various relaxation and social activities to participate in by yourself or with friends!

Event Location: ACCE (CA) Building (1st Floor in front of the Living Wall)

10am – 4pm • The Chill Zone

We know your first day of college can be hectic, so stop by The Chill Zone to calm those first-day jitters!
From journalling, to board games, to creating a vision board for the upcoming school year, there’s something for everyone to unwind and relax with in The Chill Zone!
Event Location: Nawapon (Room C100, 1st Floor, C Building)

11am – 2pm • Spring AC Wolves Fest

On AC Day 1, join the Algonquin College Community outside of the ARC (X Building) as we celebrate the beginning of the new semester! Grab some FREE food from the Wolves Den, then make your way outside for live music, fun games, and good vibes!
Event Location: Outside of the ARC (X Building)
Brought to you by your Students’ Association and the AC Hub.

1pm – 3pm • Paws 4 Stress

Take a PAWS from your first day of college to enjoy the cuddly company of some furry friends!

Event Location: Corner Lounge (1st Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

1pm – 4pm • The Social Room

Stop by the AC Hub to make connections, meet new friends, and get social! Grab a refreshment and get chatting with a conversation starter, play a fun board game, or head over to the photo booth with your new friends and strike a silly pose! At 3pm, grab a partner or small team and compete in a game of trivia for prizes!

Schedule:

  •  1pm – 3pm – Refreshments, conversation starters, socializing, and a photo booth!
  • 3pm – 4pm – Trivia (with prizes!)

Event Location: The AC Hub (2nd Floor, Student Commons/E Building)

*Please note: All activities are subject to change.