Orientation
Fall Orientation 2024: September 2 & 3, 2024
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.
International Orientation: September 2, 2024
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 all international students.
See the schedule below for International Student Orientation on September 2. Your orientation also includes your degree orientation on September 3 (either seminary or undergrad - their schedules are also on this page).
Residence does not open until September 1. Please plan your travel and accommodation needs accordingly. It's 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!
Schedule
- 11-11:30am Registration and Welcome
- 11:30am-12:30pm Session One: Expectations and hearing from graduates
- 12:30-1:30pm Lunch
- 1:30-3pm Session Two: Canadian Culture
- 3-3:15pm Break
- 3:15-4pm Session Three: Community Resources
Parent Orientation: September 2, 2024
3-4pm in Airhart Theatre
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.
Registration for the Parent Orientation session can be found on the Student Registration form - please add your parent's email to your Orientation form if they would like to attend this session.
Undergraduate Orientation: September 3, 2024
Schedule
- 9-9:30am Registration
- 9:30-10:45am Session One: Academic Resources
- Hear from current students, learn how to get Wi-Fi, use the library, and get financial help.
- 10:45-11:15am Coffee Break
- 11:15am-12pm Session Two: Student and Community Resources
- Tutoring services, counselling, security on campus, and how to get connected into the community.
- 12-1pm Lunch with your Program Faculty
- 1-2pm Campus Tour
- 2:30-4pm Community Building and Options to Keep Learning
Seminary Orientation- September 3, 2024
Schedule
- 4:45-5pm Registration
- 5-5:45pm Supper with Faculty
- Spouses are welcome to come (please specify on registration form if you are bringing someone).
- 5:45-7pm Information Session
- Learn about the library, technology services, course requirements, student services and more.
- 7-7:45pm 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 johana.mak-castro@ambrose.edu if you have any further questions.