New Student Orientation
Register for New Student Orientation!
New Student Orientation is your welcome to the U of A! Ease the transition to student life by attending presentations, panels, and campus tours.
U of A Orientation Programs
Orientation prepares you for life as a U of A student. The U of A community offers online and in-person orientation experiences.
About New Student Orientation
The mission of New Student Orientation is to create a positive educational and personal experience for new University of Alberta students.
The program eases the transition to university life by delivering important content through presentations, panels, and campus tours. While attending New Student Orientation, you will be able to pickup your ONEcard (your student ID). New Student Orientation creates connections between new students, as well as to upper year student leaders. Ultimately, the program will successfully aid in the transition of new students into university life and integrate them into the University of Alberta campus.
New Student Orientation 2024 will be August 31, September 1, and September 2 from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
When you register, you'll get to choose which of the three days you'd like to attend.
At NSO, you will be in a group of fellow incoming students in your faculty, led by two upper year students who will be your guides for the day. You will take a campus tour, attend informational presentations about academics, wellness, and student life, and check out Clubs Fair. Connect with your classmates, find your classes before the first day, and ask us anything and everything!
New Student Orientation is part of your orientation experience here at the University of Alberta. To learn more about all programs, please visit uab.ca/orientation.
Contact Information
New Student Orientation
780-492-1480
All about NSO
Click here to view your registration confirmation and orientation schedule!
If you have any questions, please email the NSO team
A few days before your selected day, you will receive an email with your meeting location on campus. In the meantime, here’s what to know about your New Student Orientation.
What to bring?
- Your class schedule (printed or on your phone)
- A water bottle
- A charged phone/device
- Snacks and lunch (there are food options available on campus!)
- Be sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
During New Student Orientation, you'll have the opportunity to explore the University of Alberta with a group of fellow incoming students in the same faculty. Together, you'll attend presentations, go on a campus tour, and get to meet some of the amazing student clubs you could join!
Regardless of the day you select, you're invited to the Main Quad on September 2nd for Campus Kickoff!
Extras to your New Student Orientation
Presidents' Address @ Campus Kickoff - September 2, 2024 (3:30pm - 5:00pm)
Location: Main Quad
Campus Kickoff is a jam-packed afternoon with music, games, and giveaways! Hear from the University of Alberta President at the annual President's Address, as well as the University of Alberta Students' Union President and the President of the Alumni Association as they all welcome you to campus to kick off a fantastic year to come!
All new students are expected to attend. New Student Orientation is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and learn some of the ins and outs of campus life.
Certainly! We recommend exploring all of your options to learn about campus, and an orientation specific to your university experience could definitely prove helpful.
No! When you register for Orientation, you will be given the option to select one of the three days to attend. This is located in the registration form.
Registered students will receive an email in late August indicating all information regarding schedule, times and other important information to your orientation experience.
Make sure you've logged into the UASUevents Network (the portal you're registering with) using your CCID. Then try clicking the registration link.
Campus Tours
In-person tours of North Campus are available in the fall as part of New Student Orientation. Are you starting in the fall? Check your UAlberta email in the summer for information on how to register for New Student Orientation.
Looking to get familiar with campus before you arrive? Check out our comprehensive virtual tours below!
Explore SUB in 3D!
This tour includes information on UASU businesses, services, and events; as well as University supports that can be found in SUB! Navigate using the arrows or the map in the upper right corner, and be sure to click the UASU flame logo in every room to learn about the space and services offered.
Virtual Campus Tour
This virtual tour is built as an opportunity to learn about the diverse buildings on North Campus that you will be accessing during your time at the University of Alberta.
Buildings are typically labeled by their acronym on schedules and other documents. We've organized the navigation menu with the official name and it's acronym.
Campus Maps
University of Alberta's North Campus covers 50 city blocks, with abundant green spaces among its 150 buildings.