Orientation

Date: Tuesday, May 6
Time: 9 - 10 a.m.
Where: Online

Begin your CapU journey with our New Student Orientation Kick-Off. Immerse yourself in campus life and explore essential resources through interactive activities led by CapU staff and student leaders. This dynamic live session is mandatory for all new students. lt will not be recorded, so be sure to attend! Access details will be provided in advance.

Date: Wednesday, May 7
Time: 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Where: Online

The CIE is excited to invite you to the Spring 2025 International Student
Orientation, specially designed with you in mind!

This event will be hosted virtually using Zoom. As a reminder, if you are a new international student starting your studies with us this summer, your attendance is mandatory.

As a new CapU student, you can expect an informative morning to get you
started off right! Meet with staff, connect with new and current students, be
introduced to the campus and important resources, and learn all the tips you
need to succeed throughout your CapU journey.

Plus:

• Learn more about health insurance and students’ basics
• Learn about important Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) information
• Find out how to get involved in both online and on-campus events and activities.

Date: Monday, May 12
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: On campus

Join us on the first day of the Summer Semester for our Welcome Fair in the Cedar Courtyard at the North Vancouver Campus! This is the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow new students, explore the many campus services available to you, and enjoy some free food.

Stop by to grab your student swag, pick up your CapCard and take a campus tour to get familiar with your new surroundings. We can't wait to welcome you!

Date: Thursday, May 15
Time: 3 - 6 p.m.
Where: On campus

Get ready to meet new friends and kick off the semester with a night of fun at our New Student Mixer. Join us for delicious food and games where you can win awesome prizes.

This is your chance to connect with other new students, explore the campus in a fun way and get a head start on making memories.

Join us for the first big event of the year; it will be a blast!

Date: Thursday, May 8
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Where: Online

The CIE is excited to invite you to the Spring 2025 International Student Orientation, specially designed with you in mind! This event will be hosted virtually using Zoom.

As a reminder, if you are a new international student starting your studies with us this summer, your attendance is mandatory.

As a new CapU student, you can expect an informative morning to get you started off right! Meet with staff, connect with new and current students, be introduced to the campus and important resources, and learn all the tips you need to succeed throughout your CapU journey.

Plus:

• Learn more about health insurance and students’ basics
• Learn important Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) information
• Find out how to get involved in both online and on-campus events and activities.

Date: Thursday, May 8 
Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Where: Online

Unlock the Cheat Code to Academic Success. Did you know that mastering CapU's academic standards could save you from accidentally slipping into cheating or plagiarism? Get the inside scoop at our in-person session, The Cheat Code to Not Cheating. We’ll share seven simple tips to help you stay in the clear and keep your grades intact.

Date: Monday, May 12
Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Where: On campus

Move beyond job titles and transform how you see yourself engaging with the world. Be prepared to explore the problems, challenges and opportunities that ignite and move you closer to discovering engaging and fulfilling work.

Date: Tuesday, May 13
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where: Online

In this interactive workshop, the Writing Centre peer tutors will help students interpret a poem using skills they've been learning at Cap and then compare how ChatGPT's interpretations of the poem stack up against student creativity. Peer tutors will provide useful considerations around AI and education.

Date: Thursday, May 15
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Where: On campus

Got more questions? Our Part 2 Open Q&A Session is your chance to ask anything if you're still unclear about health insurance, immigration, transit, academics and more.

Whether you missed the first session or have new questions, we're here to help!

Date: Thursday, May 15
Time: 12:15 - 1:30 p.m.
Where: On campus

Join us for an interactive session where current students share their personal insights, tips and stories about university life. Learn what to expect, ask questions and hear firsthand about campus resources, study strategies and ways to stay balanced. This is your chance to get an insider's perspective on making the most of your time at university.