New Student Orientation (NSO)

What is New Student Orientation (NSO)?

Starting university means big changes and lots of questions! NSO is a great way to learn about important student services, help you understand who to ask for supports both in your courses and out, and teach you about the academic expectations of being a first year student.

Let us know that you will be joining us.

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Oki, Welcome!

This year's NSO program has something for everyone! We have online programming for parents & family members and important programming for new students on our online learning platform, Moodle. There will also be in person events on September 7th!

Check out the line up of sessions & events:

In-Person Events

Location: Virtual Zoom room (mountain standard tIme)

Pre-Education Faculty Meet & Greet

Please note: this session is for Pre-Education students only.
The Faculty of Education will not be available during the in-person events on Sept 7th.

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Aug. 30th	Faculty of Education If you are a Pre-Education student please take this opportunity to join us! We have an excellent panel of faculty, staff, and students to answer your questions and share some tips on “what to know” before coming into the teacher preparation program. Join Zoom session now!

Student Services Sessions

Virtual sessions will be available from Aug. 30th - Sept. 3rd. Sessions will run twice in the given times below:

	A.M. 10:00 - 10:20 10:30 - 10:50	P.M. 1:00 - 1:20 1:30 - 1:50
Aug. 30th	Bookstore Everything you need to know about selecting and accessing your course materials. You'll walk away with a clear understanding of the different textbook formats available and how to choose the best fit for your learning style and budget. Join Zoom session now!	Counselling Services Returning to campus and in-person learning comes with many thoughts and feelings! Learn about counselling resources available on campus to best support your mental and emotional health as well as your academic success! Join Zoom session now!
Aug. 31st	Accommodated Learning Centre If you have a disability that affects your learning and academic success, we are your connection to accommodation. This session will help you understand eligibility, how to get support, and the proccess to access these services. Join Zoom session now!	Students' Union (ULSU) The Students' Union is an organization that is in place to help make your experience at uLethbridge as rewarding and enriching as possible! Learn about upcoming events, getting involved, and the services provided by the ULSU! Join Zoom session now!
Sep. 1st	Library The Library provides incredible resources and services for students both on and off campus. Learn how to take advantage of the resources such as, Summon Discovery, databases, e-journals and e-books, how-to guides, and much more! Join Zoom session now!	Scholarships & Student Finance "A budget is telling your money where to go instead of wondering where it went." - Dave Ramsey. You can be a frugal student and still have a life! Discover financial services available to you that will help you maintain a realistic budget and assure your financial success. Join Zoom session now!
Sep. 2nd	Career Bridge Your education is not just about what you learn in the classroom - it's also about bridging the experiences you have outside of it. Learn about Co-op, Applied Studies, Career Services, and the My Experience Transcript. You can benefit from an outstanding academic and professional development experience! Join Zoom session now!	Horns Recreation Your student ID card has lots of benefits! From using the Fitness Centre, climbing wall, bouldering cave, triple gym, aquatic centre, or participating in intramurals, Horns Recreation has something for everyone and all fitness levels! Join Zoom session now!
Sep. 3rd	Health Centre At the Health Centre our physicians, psychiatrist, nursing staff, and support staff prioritize your phyisical and mental health. Learn about accessing our facility and other great health education opportunities provided to the university community. Join Zoom session now!	Philantrophy, Advancement, Community & Tradition (PACT) Are you wondering how you can get involved and meet people with similar interests? Consider PACT, our members work closely with University-wide partners to build a well-connected student body through events, programming, and other intiatives. Join Zoom session now!

Location: On Lethbridge campus

Event Schedule

These events will be taking place on-campus. There will be staff & volunteers available to help you find your way around!
**Please note: Masks are required indoors and anytime social distancing is not possible**

Campus Map

8:30 a.m.

Student ID Card Pick-Up

Location: Turcotte Hall (TH) | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

**IT will be handing out ID cards from September 7th - 10th & 13th - 15th between 8:30a.m. - 4:30p.m.**

After Sept. 15th, ID cards will be available for pickup in TH218. You MUST submit your ID card request at https://go.uleth.ca/RequestIDCard in advance.

IT will NOT be offering “on demand” ID Card service. Please allow 2-3 business days to process your ID card request before picking up. Again, the ONLY way to request your ID card is by submitting a request online.

10 a.m.

President's Welcome

Location: First Choice Savings Building (Main Gym)

We are excited to have you on campus and can't wait to say "WELCOME!" in person. Join uLethbridge President Dr. Mike Mahon, Associate Vice President Students, Kathleen Massey, and ULSU President Holly Kletke, as we welcome all our new students to campus!

10:40 a.m.

Importance of Liberal Education

Location: First Choice Savings Building (Main Gym)

Dr. Shelly Wismath, Dean of the School of Liberal Education, will guide you through a discussion of the Liberal Education foundation of uLethbridge. Get advice on how to select introductory courses to light your academic fire and encourage exploration in and outside of your own program.

11:00 a.m.

Campus Tours

Location: Campus Tours will be leaving from Anderson Hall (AH)

Learn how to get to class and access student services on your first day. Guided campus way-finding tours will be leaving every 15 minutes, lasting about 45 minutes. The last tour will leave at 2:15 p.m.

Iikanskini Indigenous Student Services Meet & Greet

Location: Library (L1060)

Students are encouraged to join Iikanskini Indigenous Student Services staff in a casual meet and greet. This is a great opportunity for students to speak with on-campus and community resources, meet the fantastic team who will support their learninng on campus, and hear about the great services available and connect with other new students on campus!

FACULTY MEET & GREET

Faculty of Arts and Science

Booth Fair | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Location: Science Commons Atrium (SA)

Stop by any time between 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Engage in conversation with some of the outstanding professors who will teach your classes. Connect with specialists from Career Bridge and Student Program Services (Academic Advising). The people you meet today are dedicated to helping you shine.

Lab tours will be offered by several departments. Students should sign up for lab tours at the department booths. Please note that the kinesiology lab tour begins at 1 p.m. and students will be asked to muster in front of the climbing booth.

Kinesiology & Physical Education department tour | 1 p.m. | Location: Climbing Wall

Kinesiology & Physical Education Meet & Greet | 2 p.m. | Location: PE110

The Department of Kinesiology & Physical Education would like to invite first and second year students to this great opportunity to meet faculty and staff and have any lingering questions answered. This is also a chance to meet other students in a more social format.

Global Citizenship Cohort Meet & Greet | 3:30 - 4:45 p.m. | Location: Anderson Hall (main session - AH116) and (breakout session - AH117)

* This meet and greet is only for students who have been accepted into the Global Citizenship Cohort

Meet & Greet Virtual Sessions | 4-6 p.m. | Location: Zoom

Session:	Time:	Location:
Women & Gender Studies	4 - 5 p.m.	Join Zoom Meeting
Agricultural Biotechnology	4:30 - 5 p.m.	Join Zoom Meeting
Geography & Environment	5 - 6 p.m.	Join Zoom Meeting

Faculty of Fine Arts

Location: 1 – 3 p.m. | University Theatre (W500)

Come on down to the University Theatre at 1 p.m. to learn more about why WE ARE FINE ARTS. You will be introduced to our Faculty, Staff, Fine Arts Students Services, and your Fine Arts SU representative. We will provide you with the information you need to be successful and enjoy your time at the University of Lethbridge. After the presentations feel free to hang out and meet us personally.

Session:	Time:	Location:
Art	3 - 4 p.m.	Centre for the Arts (W817)
Drama	TBA
Music	3 -5 p.m.	Centre for the Arts (W480)
New Media	3 - 4:30 p.m.	Centre for the Arts (W866)

Faculty of Health Sciences

Location: Markin Hall (M)

Session:	Time:	Location:
Dean's Welcome	11:00 a.m.	Markin Hall (M1040)
Public Health	11:30 a.m.	Markin Hall (M1040)
Addictions Counselling	11:30 a.m.	Markin Hall (M1004)
Aboriginal Health	11:30 a.m.	Join Zoom Meeting
Therapeutic Recreation	1:00 p.m.	Markin Hall (M1030)

Dhillon School of Business

For DSB EDGE COHORT students only:

Session:	Time:	Location:
DSB Edge Student Cohort Meet & Greet and Orientation	11:10 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.	Markin Hall (M1090)
DSB Booth Fair or Optional Campus tour	1:10 - 2 p.m.	Markin Hall Atrium (M)

For all new DSB students:

Session	Time	Location
DSB New Student Orientation	11:25 a.m.- 12:25 p.m	Science Commons (SA6012)
DSB Booth Fair or Optional Campus Tour	12:30 - 2 p.m.	Markin Hall Atrium (M)