First Friday of the month on Instagram. Join us LIVE at 1pm or watch the IGTV for new recipes, kitchen tips, and Q+A with student chefs.
Join OCAD U in recognizing Canada's residential school survivors by wearing orange.
The Essentialists: material proofs in extraordinary times is an online exhibition by students in CROS-2003 Materials and the Anthropocene.
One of the best ways to get around during this global pandemic is by riding your bike.
Meet the student leaders of some of OCAD U’s student groups, and learn how to get involved!
These short (1.5 hour) workshops, followed by a question and answer chat, will demonstrate ways of connecting and interacting with faculty, staff and classmates using Teams and online platforms, like Canvas. This mini-series goes beyond the technical know-how of online learning tools and shares how to become more confident and comfortable with online interactions.
An online art party to gather, catch up, and make some art!
Online interactions at OCAD University will include communicating with faculty, staff and your classmates and peers through Canvas, Teams and Outlook. This workshop will address how we can make our communications effective and meaningful and how to access supports and service.
LONG, HOT SUMMER—EXTENDED PLAY
OCAD University’s Office of Public Worx, in collaboration with Kolab Project, is thrilled to announce Long, Hot Summer—Extended Play.
the Journal of Visual and Critical Studies will be hosting a colloquium to encourage and facilitate cross disciplinary conversations between undergraduate students in fine art, visual culture and art history programs in the GTA and beyond.
OCAD U orientation and welcome will be different this year. But be assured that the Campus Life office, your OCAD Student Union, and other university services, departments and programs have planned a variety of welcoming events, workshops, and socials for you!
Join the Office of Diversity, Equity & Sustainability Initiatives (ODESI) team for a friendly hello!
Join the OCAD U Indigenous Student Centre for a celebration of Indigenous graduates and a welcoming of new students, followed by a social distance Pow Wow!
Please join the OCAD Student Union and Xpace Cultural Centre for a night of performance! Drop-in to this event to meet some of OCAD U's performing artists.
Welcome to the 2020/2021 academic year!
Join us for this workshop presented by White Ribbon, a Toronto based organization dedicated to the prevention of gender-based violence. You will learn tips for being a better ally to women and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, in order to become part of the solution to ending gender-based violence. This workshop will have plenty of opportunities for audience participation!
A Virtual Evening of Poetry Featuring Ian Keteku
Academic Year Welcome Social
Thursday, September 3, 2020 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Online via Teams
All are welcome!
Future Ancestors and Future Learning
Academic Year Welcome: I-BPOC Panel Discussion
Thursday, September 3, 2020 | 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Online via Teams
Join the I-BPOC Panel Discussion Teams Meeting
All are welcome!
Join us for this workshop led by educator and community organizer Pascale Diverlus!
Students, staff and faculty are invited to an update on the Butterfield Park design process.
Join the Office of International Student Support to learn about the conditions of your study permit, working on and off campus during your studies and the post-graduation work permit program.
Black Futures: OCAD U 2020 Academic Year Welcome Keynote Address
Keynote Speakers: Angela Bains, Kestin Cornwall, Kathy Moscou, and Michael Lee Poy
Wednesday, September 2, 2020, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Online via Teams: https://bit.ly/blackfutureskeynote
All are welcome!
Join the Office of International Student Support, the Student Wellness Centre and the OCAD Student Union to learn about your student health insurance plans and the healthcare system in Ontario. Find out how the Student Wellness Centre can support you during your studies.
COMPASS is an interactive two-day program for new first-year students. Through short presentations, online discussions, hands-on activities, and community-building, we aim to help you transition to your first year at OCAD U.
New to OCAD U? Have you accepted your offer to study at OCAD University, starting in September 2020? Welcome!
Join the Office of International Student Support to learn about the conditions of your study permit, working on and off campus during your studies and the post-graduation work permit program.
SDGs Design International Awards invites OCAD U students to submit their designs in the theme of Overcoming the Pandemic: Design for Evolution.
StART Summer Transition Program is a FREE comprehensive orientation program for incoming first-year OCAD U students with disabilities.
Learn practical strategies for caring for yourself, learn about mindfulness and other tools to support your transition to University.
Linguistic & Racial Diversity in Online Spaces: Decolonizing Teaching Practices
Part of the Online Inclusive Teaching Workshop Series
Throughout August, the Student Union will be hosting Art Workshops facilitated by current SU members! An SU member is any student who is currently registered in at least one course, or has attended OCAD U in the past year.
Momus, in partnership with OCAD University, invites applications for the first Toronto edition of the Momus Emerging Critics Residency, August 17-28.
Join us for OCAD U’s annual International Student Welcome to learn about life in Toronto, support for international students at the University and much more! Staff from the Office of International Student Support and current OCAD U international students will be there to give you advice and answer your questions.
The ISC is typically open daily for students to access staff services as well as supports within the centre including the library, kitchen, computer stations and the student pantry.
Meet members of the Student Wellness Counselling and Peer team. Ask questions about Student Wellness, counselling services or other services at Student Wellness.
This free workshop will help you build essential skills for success in your first year courses at OCAD U, particularly in a remote learning environment.
Join us for OCAD U’s annual International Student Welcome to learn about life in Toronto, support for international students at the University and much more! Staff from the Office of International Student Support and current OCAD U international students will be there to give you advice and answer your questions.
Learn about academic accommodations for students with disabilities. Meet members of the SAS team, ask questions and get some practical tips to support your academic success.
Throughout August, the Student Union will be hosting Art Workshops facilitated by current SU members! An SU member is any student who is currently registered in at least one course, or has attended OCAD U in the past year.
(Wo)man and Environment, an exhibition by Nithikul Nimkulrat, to be held in Co Space, Craft Ontario, August 8–19, 2020. This retrospective exhibition presents a selection of Nithikul’s paper sculptures from three art series created between 2005 and 2020 – Seeing Paper, Paper World and The White Forest.
Join the Financial Aid & Awards team and learn more about funding your studies at OCAD U.
Throughout August, the Student Union will be hosting Art Workshops facilitated by current SU members! An SU member is any student who is currently registered in at least one course, or has attended OCAD U in the past year.
Join OCAD U Peer Mentors Sara KB. And Rey T. in a fun “pictionary-style” game!
Show and tell is now the virtual reality online, where you can share the campus experience from your own space.