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Learn what type of laptop you should get, what software we provide, and how we support your creativity with technology at OCAD U. EventGraduate StudentPublicUndergraduate Student Aug 7 stART: Free transition program for OCAD U students with disabilities August 18, 2025 - August 21, 2025 Main Building & Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design (MCA) stART is a free program that prepares new undergraduate (BA, BDes, BFA) students with disabilities for success at OCAD U. WorkshopUndergraduate Student Aug 18 Connect U August 27, 2025 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Learning Zone Part of Fall 2025 Orientation. Feeling a bit out of place? You’re not alone. Starting university can be a rollercoaster — new people, new routines, maybe a new city or country. Whether you're from down the street or across the globe, adjusting to campus life can feel like stepping into a whole new world. MeetupUndergraduate Student Aug 27 School of Graduate Studies Meet n' Greet August 28, 2025 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Main Building & Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design (MCA) Part of Fall 2025 Orientation. New and first-year Graduate students are invited to meet their peers, deans, program chairs and instructors and learn about opportunities available through Grad Studies. MeetupGraduate Student Aug 28 Faculty of Design Meet n' Greet August 28, 2025 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Main Building & Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design (MCA) Part of Fall 2025 Orientation. New and first-year Faculty of Design students are invited to meet their peers, deans, program chairs and instructors and learn about opportunities available through their Faculty office. MeetupUndergraduate Student Aug 28 Faculty of Art Meet n' Greet August 28, 2025 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Rosalie Sharp Pavillion (MCD) Part of Fall 2025 Orientation. New and first-year Faculty of Art students are invited to meet their peers, deans, program chairs and instructors and learn about opportunities available through their Faculty office. MeetupUndergraduate Student Aug 28 Faculty of Arts & Science Meet n' Greet August 29, 2025 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Rosalie Sharp Pavillion (MCD) Part of Fall 2025 Orientation. New and first-year Faculty of Arts & Science students are invited to meet their peers, deans, program chairs and instructors and learn about opportunities available through their Faculty office. MeetupUndergraduate Student Aug 29 Welcome Day - Fall 2025 Orientation September 2, 2025 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Main Building & Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design (MCA) All new students are invited to join us for Welcome Day! EventGraduate StudentUndergraduate Student Sep 2 OCAD U Photo ID Card and Locker Rentals September 3, 2025 - September 5, 2025 Main Building & Rosalie Sharp Centre for Design (MCA) Part of Fall Orientation; get or update your OCAD U photo ID card, and rent a locker for the Fall/Winter terms. EventGraduate StudentUndergraduate Student Sep 3 Get mentored! September 13, 2025 Online-Only Our Student Mentor Program partners trained, experienced undergraduate students with new first-years. Our mentors can answer your questions, provide advice and refer you to our services when needed. Sign up for a mentor today. MeetupUndergraduate Student Sep 13
