AC Start Orientation – Friday, September 1

Welcome to AC Start Orientation!

If you are in one the following programs, your AC Start Orientation is on Friday, September 1st.

Applied Nuclear Science & Radiation Safety Outdoor Adventure
Environmental Technician Urban Forestry – Arboriculture
Forestry Technician

 

Schedule for Friday, September 1, 2023

9:00-10:00am – Academic Program Orientation (In Person)

Meet with your program coordinator and fellow classmates to discuss what you need to know before the first day of classes! Come prepared with questions that you might have and receive the answers that you are looking for.

  • Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety
  • Environmental Technician
  • Forestry Technician
  • Outdoor Adventure
  • Urban Forestry – Arboriculture

9:00-10:00am – Parents/Supporters Information Session

Parents and supporters all play an important role in helping their loved ones throughout their academic studies. Attend this session to learn more about college policies, financial aid for students, campus safety, and the overall experience a student can expect to have when they attend our campus.

9:00-10:00am – Returning Students Social Hour

Come and join us in the Commons to reconnect with classmates and faculty/staff. 

10:15-11:15am – Student Support Presentation

Learn how to get connected to the services and support you need to be successful throughout your academic studies.

11:15-1:00pm – Taking Care of College Business

During this time block, there will be different sessions happening around campus to help students with preparing for classes including campus tours, Centre for Accessible Learning appointments, Students’ Association information, textbook pick up, and more!

11:15-1:00pm – Lunch

Lunch is on us! Join us in the Student Commons for a free lunch. 

1:00-2:00 – VIRTUAL Academic Program Orientation

If you are not able to attend orientation in person, the programs will be offering a virtual academic orientation. Links to the virtual orientation sessions will be provided closer to the orientation date. 

Program Time Zoom Link
Applied Nuclear Science and Radiation Safety 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Environmental Technician 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Forestry Technician 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Outdoor Adventure 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here
Urban Forestry – Arboriculture 1:00 p.m. EST Join Here

 

Please note: If you’re joining online for your academic program orientation, please follow the link provided under the VIRTUAL academic program orientation dropdown on the day of the orientation.

Plan your visit: Things to do

  • Arrive early to register and get to your academic orientation on time
  • Parking will be free on campus for Thursday, August 31st and Friday, September 1st
  • Order your text books in advance and pick them up at our AC Proud Shop on campus or have them delivered to your home
  • Bring your laptop to orientation and make sure you can get on to the college network and Brightspace learning platform
  • Complete your financial aid profile to determine if you are eligible for student bursaries
  • If you need assistance during your orientation session, don’t hesitate to email us at yourfuture@algonquincollege.com