Important program-related information will be shared during your Program Orientation session that is unique to each program. Information on the time and location of your program orientation can be found on our orientation schedule page.
On Orientation Day, we recommend that you plan to first attend your Program Orientation session and then participate in other orientation activities. If your Program Orientation is scheduled for the afternoon, visit your campus early to find the location of your session, then attend other activities until your orientation begins.
After your Program Orientation learn about the services available to you as a student so you can understand how to take advantage of them throughout your program.
| Event | Time | Location | Description | Session Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi-Factor Authentication Student Volunteer Support (MFA) | 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Second Floor, Innovation Village | Get support in setting up your Multi-Factor Authentication. | - |
| FanshaweOnline Orientation Session | 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. | Virtual Session | Master FanshaweOnline with Lucy and Student Success. Learn how to access course content, connect with classmates, submit work, take quizzes and check grades. | Zoom Link |
| 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Zoom Link | |||
| 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. | Zoom Link | |||
| Student Supports at Hubs | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. | Student Service Hubs in Innovation Village, B/T Entrance and J Junction | Visit the Student Service Hubs to connect with a variety of student support services. | - |
| International Welcome Hosted by the International Centre | 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. | TBD | Join us in Gym 3, J Building, for a special welcome session designed just for international students. This session will introduce you to Fanshawe's student services, supports and ways to get involved. Please note, this is a separate session from your Program Orientation session. | - |
| Passport to Success | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Library Learning Commons (F1066) | Start your campus adventure by exploring the Library Learning Commons! Discover the free academic support available to all students, including Peer Tutoring, research help, and study resources. Browse the library collections, learn how to access digital materials, and get inspired in the Makerspace, where you can create, design, and experiment with hands-on technology. Spin our prize wheel for a chance to win! | - |
| Fanshawe Works - "Will You Hire Me?" Career & Resume Overview | 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. | Canada Life Village Square | Join Career Services to discover tips for gaining work experience, securing co-ops and internships, and building a standout resume. | - |
| Co-op Orientation | 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Canada Life Village Square OR Virtual Session | Gain industry experience, get paid and develop your career skills, all integrated into the Co-op program. Join us to learn how the Co-op program can set you up for success. | Zoom Link |
| Part Time Studies Orientation | 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. | Virtual Session | This session is for new part-time post-secondary students at Fanshawe College, offering an overview of program delivery and its possibilities. | Zoom Link |
| FanshaweOnline Orientation Session - Part Time Studies | 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on January 7 | Virtual Session | Master FanshaweOnline with Lucy and Student Success. Learn how to access course content, connect with classmates, submit work, take quizzes and check grades. | Zoom Link |
| Campus Navigators at the HUBs | 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from January 7 - 16 | Innovation Village Student Service Hub and B/T Student Service Hub | Upper level students will be volunteering as Campus Navigators during this time. They will be available for guidance and to escort students to classes, or to in-depth support services as needed. | - |
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morning Coffee & Tea | 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. | Innovation Village Student Service Hub and B/T Student Service Hub | Drop by in the morning before your Program Orientation for a coffee! Meet our Orientation Day Leaders and find out what events are happening throughout the day. |
| FSU Fun Zone | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Forwell Hall | Join the Fanshawe Student Union for an array of activities, such as free to play video games, Henna artists, a glass blowing artist, a friendship bracelet making station and more! |
| Wellness Activity | TBD | Kind Space, F2012 | Drop-in to meet Counselling & Accessibility Services Student Peers and participate in various wellness activities. |
| Chill Zone | 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Ideas Loft, F2024 | Connect with fellow students with some chill vibes and activities. |
| Conversation Circle for Mature Students | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Collaboration Space, F2063 | Join this conversation circle to connect and chat with other mature students at Fanshawe. |
| Lunch | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. | Forwell Hall | Join us for a delicious lunch and connect with fellow students. |
| Craft Activity | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Makerspace, F1061 | Come create a take home art project and meet fellow first-year students. |
| Explore Athletics: Tour, Try, and Play! | 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Gym 1 & 2 | Stop by Athletics for a personal tour of our facilities and 1:1 insight into our programs. While you are here, sign out some equipment and play basketball, badminton, table tennis, and more! |
| Conversation Circle for 2SLBGTQIA+ Community | 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Collaboration Space, F2063 | Join this conversation circle to connect and chat with folks from the 2SLGBTQIA+ communtiy at Fanshawe. |
| Snap and Chat: A Presidental Photo-Op | 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. | Outside Canada Life Village Square | Meet Fanshawe College President Devlin and FSU President Jerry Thomas and hear their exciting plans for the upcoming term! It's your chance to get inspired and be part of the vibrant future ahead at Fanshawe & snap a picture with them! |
| Boardgame Cafe | 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. | Studio | Come and enjoy a fun afternoon of popular board games, where students can meet, compete, and connect. |
| Clubs Welcome You! | 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. | Gym 1 & 2 | Come and participate in our most popular student sport clubs: volleyball and soccer! It's the best way to meet people and make connections! |
If you’re starting a program in January, your Orientation Day is Tuesday, January 6, and your first official day of class is Wednesday, January 7. You will follow your Wednesday class schedule on January 7.
Please review your Program Orientation Schedule for the date, time and location of your session.
