Orientation
Orientation is the doorway into your Ambrose experience. Come learn all you need to be a student at Ambrose, meet your professors and classmates, and enter into the community. This will be an informative, engaging, and interactive one-day event where you can begin to imagine all that is possible during your time at Ambrose.
Undergraduate Orientation
Tuesday, September 2nd
Session 1
- 9 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.: Registration
- 9:30 a.m. - 9:40 a.m.: Welcome
- 9:40 a.m. - 10 a.m.: Student Panel
- 10 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.: Game
- 10:20 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.: Announcements
- 10:25 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.: Break
Session 2
- 10:40 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.: Community Standards and Hospitable Community
- 10:50 a.m. - 10:55 a.m.: Student Life
- 10:55 a.m. - 11 a.m.: Toilet Paper Game & Prize Draw
- 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Campus Tour
- 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Lunch with Faculty
- 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Competitive Games/Get your ID cards/Connecting with Mature Students
- 2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.: Closing Exercise
International Orientation
Tuesday, September 2nd
We recognize that the transition to Canada can be challenging, so orientation is here to help you start your Ambrose journey well. Orientation is mandatory for international students.
Once you have registered for the Undergraduate or Seminary Orientation, you will be automatically registered for the International Orientation.
Residence does not open until September 1st. Please plan your travel and accommodation needs accordingly. It is important to plan your flights only after you have paid your Ambrose deposit. Once that happens, let your enrolment advisor know.
We can't wait to welcome you to campus!
- 3:05 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.: Welcome and Introductions
- 3:15 p.m. - 4 p.m.: Boundaries and Culture
- 4 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.: Break
- 4:10 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Important Information
- 4:30 p.m.: End
Parent Orientation
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From 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Seminary Orientation
- 4:30 p.m.: Registration
- 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Supper with Faculty
- 5:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Welcome
- 6 p.m. - 6:10 p.m.: Opening session and Personal Growth Journals
- 6:45 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.: Student Life
- 6:55 p.m. - 7:05 p.m.: SSLT Panel
- 7:05 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.: SSL Community Life
- Closing prayer of blessing
- 7:10 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Campus Tour
Orientation FAQ's
Is orientation mandatory?
If you are an international or education student, yes it is mandatory. For all other departments or for domestic students, orientation is not mandatory but strongly encouraged.
Why should I attend orientation?
You should attend orientation for three reasons:
It gives you all the information you need to have the best start possible. Coming to university can often feel overwhelming. We are here to help you feel as prepared as possible so that you can thrive here at Ambrose.
It allows you to meet so many important people on campus, including your professors, Student Life staff, Academic Success staff, key student leaders, and so many more
It allows you to meet your classmates and enter into the Ambrose community. Feeling connected is critical for students to thrive, so orientation is a great way to begin your time in the Ambrose community.
Where do I park when I come for Orientation?
During orientation there is free parking in our main parking lot. This is located behind our main campus building. It is accessible from the Ambrose Circle, as well as from Springborough Boulevard. See map below.
Is there any cost to Orientation?
Orientation is FREE! All events and meals as indicated on the schedules will be provided without cost.
Can parents come to Orientation?
We do not allow parents to come to the New Student Orientation on September 3rd. However, there is a specific parent orientation for those interested on September 2nd from 3-4pm. At this time all parents are welcome to come and hear from the president of the university, meet key staff members, learn important information, and have any lingering questions answered. Please tell your parents about this event!
What if I have more questions?
No worries! Please contact orientation@ambrose.edu if you have any further questions.