Our Summer orientation program is designed for new students who are embarking on their post-secondary experience here at UWindsor. This year we’re bringing Head Start to you with a brand new virtual platform that is going to make your Head Start experience a great one, all from the comfort of your own home.
UWin 101 - The Basics of University Life
Watch this overview before attending our event for tips, tricks and a chance to win great prizes at Head Start!
Watch UWin 101 Video Download the UWin 101 - 1st Year Cheat SheetRyan Flannagan
Associate Vice President, Student Experience
University of Windsor
Head Start Orientation is coming, stay tuned
Follow Student Experience at UWindsor for Updates.
Student Experience at UWindsor on InstagramSaturday, July 11th, 2020
10 AM to 12:40 PM EST
For incoming students from the following faculties: Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences, Education, Human Kinetics, Nursing, & Science
Ready to get a Head Start? Sign-up Now!Saturday, July 25th, 2020
10 AM to 12:40 PM EST
For incoming students from the following faculties: Business & Engineering
Ready to get a Head Start? Sign-up Now!Thursday, August 13th, 2020
6 PM to 8:40 PM EST
General Session for Mature Students, Transfer Students & Part-time Students
Ready to get a Head Start? Sign-up Now!This year we’re having 3 virtual orientation sessions. Feel free to attend the sessions that are most relevant to you. Below you can check out the schedule for each session.
Learn about the differences between high school and university and what it takes to be a successful student on our campus.
Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a student in university from upper year students already attending the university.
Meet our student leaders and get valuable information about how you can support your student as they commence on their new academic journey. Learn the important differences between high school and university expectations. Understand the financial commitments required to complete a university program. Leaders will share information about student privacy policies, available mental health resources, academic accommodations, support resources and campus community safety initiatives.
This is your opportunity to meet professors and advisors from your academic program. Learn about your program, various support services available to you, and what you can do with your degree after graduation.
Want to meet other students starting school in September? Join our student leaders in the Student Networking Lounge for a fun orientation activity.
Take your own customized, personal tour of the campus to see the many resources available! Locate the buildings where some of your classes will be held and get connected with other first year students.
Have a question about the meal plan or a parking pass? Don’t know where to pick up your UWin ID? Any last minute details you need to know from Residence Services? Feel free to visit one of the campus service booths.
List of Campus Services Booths
For students who have been accepted into Concurrent BA/Bachelor of Education programs, this session will help you navigate your undergraduate degree requirements alongside your Bachelor of Education requirements. All concurrent students that will be teaching grade 7 - 12 need to map out teachables for their first 2 years. Concurrent Psychology, ECE and Education are entering an exciting but very fast paced journey between their degrees and diploma.
This session is only available on the Saturday, July 11 date.
Collect points and watch the live leaderboard to see what you might win!
Collect publications, videos, and info documents in your virtual briefcase and they will all be emailed to you.
Have all your questions answered, meet your profs and fellow students from the comfort of your couch.
Learn about the differences between high school and university and what it takes to be a successful student on our campus.
Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a student in university from upper year students already attending the university.
Meet our student leaders and get valuable information about how you can support your student as they commence on their new academic journey. Learn the important differences between high school and university expectations. Understand the financial commitments required to complete a university program. Leaders will share information about student privacy policies, available mental health resources, academic accommodations, support resources and campus community safety initiatives.
This is your opportunity to meet professors and advisors from your academic program. Learn about your program, various support services available to you, and what you can do with your degree after graduation.
Want to meet other students starting school in September? Join our student leaders in the Student Networking Lounge for a fun orientation activity.
Take your own customized, personal tour of the campus to see the many resources available! Locate the buildings where some of your classes will be held and get connected with other first year students.
Have a question about the meal plan or a parking pass? Don’t know where to pick up your UWin ID? Any last minute details you need to know from Residence Services? Feel free to visit one of the campus service booths.
List of Campus Services Booths
Collect points and watch the live leaderboard to see what you might win!
Collect publications, videos, and info documents in your virtual briefcase and they will all be emailed to you.
Have all your questions answered, meet your profs and fellow students from the comfort of your couch.
Learn about the differences between high school and university and what it takes to be a successful student on our campus.
This virtual session is designed specifically to meet the unique needs of mature, transfer and part-time students. We will discuss strategies for academic success and campus resources and supports.
Meet our student leaders and get valuable information about how you can support your student as they commence on their new academic journey. Learn the important differences between high school and university expectations. Understand the financial commitments required to complete a university program. Leaders will share information about student privacy policies, available mental health resources, academic accommodations, support resources and campus community safety initiatives.
This is your opportunity to meet professors and advisors from your academic program. Learn about your program, various support services available to you, and what you can do with your degree after graduation.
Get the inside scoop on what it’s like to be a student in university from upper year students already attending the university.
Have a question about the meal plan or a parking pass? Don’t know where to pick up your UWin ID? Any last minute details you need to know from Residence Services? Feel free to visit one of the campus service booths.
List of Campus Services Booths
Want to meet other students starting school in September? Join our student leaders in the Student Networking Lounge for a fun orientation activity.
Collect points and watch the live leaderboard to see what you might win!
Collect publications, videos, and info documents in your virtual briefcase and they will all be emailed to you.
Take your own customized, personal tour of the campus to see the many resources available! Locate the buildings where some of your classes will be held and get connected with other first year students.
Have all your questions answered, meet your profs and fellow students from the comfort of your couch.
