Upcoming Live Events
Welcome Webinar 
Attend our Welcome Webinar to get a head start on preparing for your first year as a Golden Hawk! Review what you need to know before classes begin, determine how to get involved in the Laurier community and learn about resources and strategies you can use to be successful in your online courses.
December 17th from 7 to 8:30 p.m: Register in advance
January Social
Join LOCUS (Laurier Off-Campus University Students) for the first event of the new year! You'll be introduced to your new LOCUS community, meet other first year students, and participate in some virtual games like Jackbox, Among Us, Uno and Scriblio. More information about this event, including the zoom links, will be emailed to your mylaurier email account closer to the event.
January 7 from 3 to 5:30 p.m.
Previously Recorded Events
The following events were recorded in summer 2020 but they are still relevant for students starting in January 2021.
Program Chats 
An opportunity for you to hear from professors and senior students in your program to learn more about what to expect in your first year.
Brantford: Program Chat Recording
Waterloo: Program Chat Recording
International Student Webinar
Hear from a panel of current international students and staff from our Laurier International office.
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.
Ask a Prof: Professor Panel
We gathered together a group of professors to answer your questions and provide their insights and advice for being successful in your first year.
Waterloo: View Recording
Brantford: View Recording
Financial Aid, Scholarships and Bursaries Webinar
Learn about applying for scholarships, bursaries and completing your OSAP application. Parents and supporters are encouraged to view this webinar too.
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 shared their experiences and advice on how they navigated their first year of university.
Brantford: View Recording
Waterloo: View Recording
Mock Lecture Series
Get a sneak peek of a university lecture by viewing one or more from our lecture series!
The Magical (Medieval) World of Harry Potter: Recording (Password: 7T.s#!!z)
Fantasy and the Fantastic: Recording (Password: r!zP00eQ)
Introduction to Business Models: Recording (Password: iw#b7+KJ)
"Fake News" or the Real Deal?: Recording (Password: WK4ouB&2)
Finding Employment - Your Introduction to Navigator Webinar
Learn how to use Laurier’s Navigator system to find part-time employment in your first year and beyond. Learn about Career Centre supports, the Laurier Experience Record, and building your resumé now for future success.
Get Connected Fair
Meet the services and resources across campus that will support you through your first year at Laurier.
Brantford: View Recording
Waterloo: View Recording
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!
Waterloo: View Recording
Brantford: View Recording
Activate your Student Email and Zoom Account
Important information will be sent to your Laurier student email including the Laurier 101 Newsletter with important dates, reminders, and event registration information. Please ensure you have activated your student email and check it regularly to stay informed. Many Laurier 101 events will be hosted through Zoom and are exclusive to incoming students. Before registering for and attending the events, ensure you have set up and configured your Zoom account.
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