Campus Life: Welcome Squad

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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DECEMBER 2024

Wednesday, December 4
Campus Life Comfort Station: Holiday Version
Main Lobby, 100 McCaul Street
11 am to 3 pm
Stop by for free hot chocolate or tea!
Holiday cookie decorating!

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Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Field Trip: Queen’s Park Legislative Assembly Guided Tour
Queen’s Park, 111 Wellesley Street
12:45 to 3 pm

Join our Squad leaders and the International Student Support Office for the opportunity to connect, network, and socialize with other OCAD U students on a guided tour for the Queen’s Park Legislative Assembly. Explore the history and architecture of the building and learn about the functions and purpose of Parliament.

RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
https://forms.office.com/r/nqKdbqTqqD

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Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Origami + Holiday Scrap Letters
Main Lobby, 100 McCaul Street
11 am to 2 pm

Join our Squad leaders and the International Student Support Office for the opportunity to connect, network, and socialize with other OCAD U students through a crafty station. Learn some basic origami and create your own scrap letters for the holiday!

No RSVP required. Drop by!

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Friday, December 13, 2024
Holiday Gift Workshop:
Design your own Tote Bags
MCA 466
1 to 2:30 pm


Unleash your creativity this holiday season! Join the International Student Support Office and Campus Life Welcome Squad and craft a DIY personalized tote bag for yourself, your family or your friends.

RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
https://forms.office.com/r/7YjvknJYXe

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Thursday, December 19, 2024
Multi-sports & Year End Celebration
University Settlement, 23 Grange Road
and MCA 615
5 to 6:30 pm and 6:30 to 8 pm


Join International Student Support office and Campus Life Welcome Squad leaders for a fun-filled multi-sports and year-end celebration! Participants will enjoy some exciting games, team activities, and a variety of sports designed for all skill levels. The event will conclude with a special celebration with dinner courtesy of Salad King! Don't miss this chance to wrap up the semester with your friends!

RSVP required. Click here to register to participate with our group...
https://forms.office.com/r/egjxNqFs9F