Orientation Fall 2024:
Welcome Day

Welcome to OCAD U! 

OCAD University O-DAYS! (orientation and welcome) feature a variety of engaging on-line and in-person activities: 

• OCAD U 101: Everything you need to know to get started 

This self-directed course is designed to support new undergraduate (BFA, BDes, BA) students in getting ready to attend OCAD U this fall. New students are strongly encouraged to complete Module 1: Planning your courses and preparing to register right away, as course registration opens for new students in early July. 

New undergraduate students: Stay tuned! Watch your OCAD U email for details about Welcome Day (including team assignment, when and where to arrive) later in August—and this page for regular updates. Join us for any of these fun, informative event options designed to support your success! 

Welcome Day: Tuesday, September 3, 2024 

New undergraduate students (studying in our bachelor programs) are invited to join us on the campus to kick off the academic year! Engagement is fun and inviting—including a special welcome, information sessions and Service Expo, the Annual Above Ground Art Supplies Materials Fair, and our Community Fair with free lunch: fresh, tasty vegetable samosas and lentil pakoras by Regent Park Catering; and Golden Curry on steamed rice courtesy of Salad King—see more details below under "Workshops, Activities & Socials"! 

Are you a Masters student? New graduate students enrolled in Master of Art (MA), Master of Design (MDes), and/or Master of Fine Arts (MFA) programs have a separate in-person orientation planned through Graduate Studies. Watch your email for details and look below for events marked “For Graduate Students”! 

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Accessibility: OCAD U strives to provide inclusive, accessible opportunities for the OCAD U community to engage safely. If you require any type of accommodation (including dietary restrictions) in order to participate fully in any of these activities, please email Campus Life.