Laurier 101 Events

Upcoming Events

Virtual Welcome Party  

Join us on July 7 to celebrate with your fellow classmates and put your knowledge to the test with Laurier Trivia. There will be prizes and the opportunity to become #LaurierFamous. Did you miss the party? Check out a recording of the event in Laurier Life on MyLearningSpace! 

Brantford: July 7 from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

Waterloo: July 7 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Ask Us Anything   

Have questions? We're here to help! Get instant answers when you join our team live online in Laurier Life. Drop in at any point in the hour and ask us questions that are on your mind.

Brantford:

• July 22 from 2 to 3 p.m.
• Aug. 5 from 2 to 3 p.m.
• Aug. 19 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Waterloo:

• July 22 from 1 to 2 p.m.
• Aug. 5 from 1 to 2 p.m.
• Aug. 19 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Program Chats   

An opportunity for you to connect with professors and senior students in your program to learn more about what to expect in your first year. You will also have the chance to virtually meet other classmates from your program! All chats are hosted through Laurier Life, and you must register in advance to attend your program chat. 

Brantford: Program Chat Registration

Waterloo: Program Chat Registration

International Student Webinar  

Get your questions answered about studying in Canada by a panel of current international students and connect with staff from our Laurier International office. Register in advance to access this webinar.

July 14 from 8 to 9 a.m.

Helping Your Hawk Soar: Supporting Your Student in Their First Year of University  

This session is for parents and supporters of incoming Golden Hawks to learn more about what life is like for your student at Laurier. Register in advance to access this webinar.

July 15 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Ask a Prof: Professor Panel   

We have gathered together a group of professors to answer your questions and provide their insights and advice for being successful in your first year. Email the questions you would like a professor to answer during the panel to laurier101@wlu.ca. Register in advance to access this event.

Waterloo: July 20 from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Brantford: July 21 from 3 to 4 p.m.

Financial Aid, Scholarships and Bursaries Webinar  

Learn about applying for scholarships, bursaries and completing your OSAP application. Parents and supporters are welcome to join students on this webinar. Register in advance to access this webinar. 

July 27 from 7 to 8 p.m.

What to Expect in First Year Student Panel   

Take this opportunity to hear from current students about what it's really like to be a Laurier Golden Hawk. Our senior student panel will be live to share their experiences and provide advice on how they navigated their first year of university. Register in advance to access this event.

Brantford: July 29 from 7 to 8 p.m.

Waterloo: July 30 from 7 to 8 p.m.

Mock Lecture Series  

Get a sneak peek of a university lecture by attending one or more from our summer lecture series! You must register in advance to attend a lecture.

Residence Life Information Webinar  

Join Residence staff to learn more about your residence life experience and ask your questions to the pros! Register in advance to access this webinar. 

August 6 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. 

Get Connected Fair   

Meet the services and resources across campus that will support you through your first year at Laurier. Register in advance to access this event.

Brantford: Aug. 18 from 2 to 3 p.m.

Waterloo: Aug. 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Get to Know Your Students' Union Webinar   

Discover the many ways you can get involved as a first-year student and meet your Students' Union team! Register in advance to access this webinar.

 Waterloo: August 26 from 7 to 8 p.m. 

 Brantford: August 27 from 7 to 8 p.m.