Are you looking for ways to connect with other OCAD U students?
Are you looking for fun ways to get familiar with our campus and the neighbouring community?
Our upper-year Welcome Squad student leaders are standing by, happy to welcome you and help you get involved! All new and current students welcome!
- Social events
- Networking activities
- Field trips
OCAD U strives to provide inclusive, accessible opportunities for the OCAD U community to engage safely. To confidentially request an accommodation for this activity (including transit fare), contact Brent E. James in OCAD U’s Campus Life office (by noon the day before the event) at bjames@ocadu.ca
Photography: please be advised that OCAD U-hosted events may be documented through photography and video. These images may be used by the University for promotional, advertising, and educational purposes.
By participating in our events, both on-campus and off-site, you consent to allowing OCAD U to document and use your images and likeness. However, if you do not want to be photographed or included in video, please don’t hesitate to let us know when you arrive at the event.
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SEPTEMBER 2024
Wednesday, September 25
Downtown Toronto Community Tour
12:30 to 3 pm
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Thursday, September 26
Safety Workshop
In collaboration with the International Student Support Office
In collaboration with Toronto Police, the International Student Support Office and Campus Life invite you to join the International Student Safety Workshop. Free lunch will be provided.
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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Sunday, September 29
Field Trip: Meditation Hike to High Park
1 to 3:30 pm
Join our Squad leaders for the opportunity to connect, network, and socialize with other OCAD U students through a hike in High Park and unwind with nature.
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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Monday, September 30
Clothing & Art Supplies Exchange
1 to 4 pm
Room 615, Level 6, 100 McCaul Street
Join our Squad leaders for the opportunity to connect with other OCAD U students through an exchange session with clothing and art supplies. Drop-in with your clothing items and/or art supplies and swap with other students! Items must be clean and usable. All leftover items will be donated.
No RSVP required. Stop by!
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OCTOBER 2024
Wednesday, October 2
Cook, Chat and Connect
In collaboration with the International Student Support Office
12 to 3 pm
Details TBA
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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Thursday, October 3
COC Free Concert: A Musical and Dance Journey Through Latin America
11 to 1 pm
Details TBA
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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Friday, October 4
Lunch & Bingo
Details TBA
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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Monday, October 7
Treetop Trekking
In collaboration with the International Student Support Office
9 am to 2:30 pm
The International Student Support Office and Campus Life Welcome Squad are taking you on an adventure! Join us for Treetop Trekking and climb over suspension bridges, Tarzan swings, balance logs, zip lines and more. and more. Helmets, harnesses and program facilitators will be provided. No previous experience is needed. You will test your balance skills and strength in a safe and fun environment.
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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Friday, October 11
Culture Dance Party
3:30 to 7:30 pm
Details TBA
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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Friday, October 25
Halloween Escape Room
Details TBA
RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
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NOVEMBER 2024