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Get Connected Week

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Are you looking to connect with other incoming classmates, senior students, clubs, student collectives, campus resources, and more? Join us from July 24-27 at Get Connected Week for interactive online events to connect you with the Laurier Community! 

Activate your Student Email and Zoom Account

Registration is required for Get Connected Week events. You can register for each event by clicking on the Zoom link in the schedule below! Remember to Activate your student email and check it regularly to stay informed.

Get Connected Week events will be hosted through Zoom. Before you register and attend the events, make sure to set up and configure your Zoom account.

Monday, July 24

Get Involved with the Students' Union from 2 - 3:30 p.m.

In case you missed it, we covered:

  • How to get involved with the Students' Union
  • Where and when to join clubs and associations
  • Programs and Services that the Students' Union offers

Want to learn more?

  • Visit this page to find the clubs and associations that you are able to join this year!
  • Visit the Orienation Week page to see the schedule and for a chance to win Airpods!
  • Waterloo contact: suvpca@wlu.ca
  • Brantford contact: suvppsb@wlu.ca
  • Attend the Get Involved Fair during Orientation Week 

Tuesday, July 25

Building a Support Network at University from 11 a.m. - noon

In case you missed it, we covered:

  • The importance of developing personal, academic, and professional support networks at Laurier
  • How to connect with the Wellness Centre
  • How to give consent in all relationships using the FRIES model

Want to learn more?

Get Moving with Recreation: HIIT Class from 1 - 2 p.m.

Athletics and Recreation provide a broad range of sport and recreational activities for students. Programs include dance, group exercise, personal training and sport at both the recreational and inter-university level. During this session, get a sneak peak of our group exercise program along with a brief overview of our programs and services. Questions will be welcomed before and after the class! Register here. 

Wednesday, July 26

International Student Social from 10 - 11 a.m. 

In case you missed it, we covered:

  • Student life in Canada
  • Getting involved as an International student
  • Life in residence and LOCUS, as well as other campus resources

Want to learn more?

The Centre for Student Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: Learn Together, Grow Together from 1 - 2 p.m.

In Case you Missed It, We Covered:

  • How to access support from The Centre for Student Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (CSEDI)
  • How to join the student-run collectives at Laurier
  • The importance of asking for help

Want to Learn More?

  • Visit the CSEDI webpage for more information  
  • Email contact: diversity@wlu.ca
  • Attend the Get Involved Fair during O-Week to spot some of the student-run collectives under CSEDI

Indigenous Student Community from 6 - 7 p.m.

She:kon, Sgeno, Boozhoo! Connect with the Indigenous Student community here at Laurier and learn more about the Indigenous Student Centre, support staff, and programs we offer! In case you missed it, please connect with iscwaterloo@wlu.ca or iscbrantford@wlu.ca to learn more!

Thursday, July 27

Hawk2Hawk Live Video Podcast from noon - 1 p.m.

In Case you Missed It, We Covered:

  • Our experiences with Residence and LOCUS
  • Textbooks
  • Study strategies and what to expect
  • AND MORE!

Want to Learn More?

Golden Match - A Speed Friending Event from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Calling all incoming Laurier Golden Hawks! Are you feeling nervous about meeting new people in university? Are you excited to connect with like-minded individuals at Laurier? This speed friending event will allow you to get to know fellow incoming Golden Hawks through provided ice-breaker style questions and games. Join us to get to know fellow Laurier students and create some familiar faces in advance of your September start. Register here.