Welcome to the Camosun community! Our orientation events are designed to make your transition to college smooth and successful, ensuring that every new student feels welcomed and valued.
Summer 2025 - Orientation
Welcome to 98色花堂! We鈥檙e excited to help you get started on your college journey. Check out our orientation sessions designed for all new students beginning in the Summer of 2025. While attendance is not mandatory, we highly recommend participating to help you make a smooth transition into college life.
New Student Orientation
Start your journey at 98色花堂 by attending our drop-in orientations! These informal events are a great opportunity to:
- Discover the many services available to support your success.
- Get information on the pre-arrival tasks.
- Ask questions directly to the Orientation team.
- Meet fellow students over a cup of coffee.
Lansdowne
Monday, April 28, 9:30am - 听Wilna Thomas, room 200
Interurban
Tuesday, April 29, 9:30am - 听Liz Ashton Campus Centre, room 124
Registration is required.
Online Workshops
Dive deeper into key topics with our online sessions, led by Camosun specialists.
D2L Experts Answer your Questions
Tuesday, April 29, 2:00pm - 听Online
- This session is perfect for students new to Desire2Learn (D2L), Camosun鈥檚 online learning platform, or those with questions about its features.
- What you鈥檒l learn: How to navigate D2L, access courses, set up notifications for updates, forward your email, and request support if needed.
More Than Just Books: Making the Most of Your Library
Wednesday, April 30, 2:00pm - 听Online
- Discover how the library can support your academic success.
- What you鈥檒l learn: How to proactively seek librarian assistance and utilize library resources for assignments, projects, and exams.
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Specialized orientation
International student orientation
International students are听required听to attend two听New听International Student Orientations.
Indigenous student orientation
Indigenous students can听contact Ey膿蕯 Sq葍鈥檒ewen 鈥 The Centre for Indigenous Education & Community Connections to connect with an Indigenous Advisor to get oriented to Camosun.
Program-specific orientation sessions
Sometimes, your chosen program will host a specific orientation session. Watch your email for updates.听
D2L Orientation Online!
The pre-arrival orientation is a self-paced resource to help you prepare for your Camosun journey.