

July 9, 2025 at 7 p.m.
Event type: Connect with Classmates |
Laurier Life
Congratulations and welcome to the Golden Hawk family, class of 2029! Our Summer Kick-Off Party will be held in July and is open to incoming students only, and includes introductions to the Laurier 101 Hosts, some Laurier VIPs, and Laurier trivia!
July 21 to 24, 2025
Event type: Connect with Classmates |
Laurier Life
Are you looking to connect with other incoming classmates, senior students, clubs, student collectives, campus resources, and more? Join us from July 21-24 at Get Connected Week for interactive online events to connect you with the Laurier Community!
August 18 to 22, 2025
Event type: Laurier Life |
Academic Success
Academic Preparation Week, Aug. 18-22, is designed to set you up for academic success in your first year and allow you to experience what being a university student is like. Follow along with the Student Success team to learn about how to prepare and adapt your skills for university-level learning. Attend a mock lecture, participate in an academic success session, check out our online resources, join our senior student panel and more!
Event type: Parents and Supporters |
Academic Success |
Laurier Life
Our Summer Webinar Series aims to keep you informed all summer long! Registration is required for each webinar and a recording of the webinar will be posted to this page the following day. Students and their parents and supporters are welcome at the webinars.
Date: Friday, July 4
Time: 9 a.m.
In this webinar we’ll cover important study permit information, what you need to know about arriving in Canada, budgeting for life in Ontario and more! We will also save time to hear from two current international students about their transition to university and experience at Laurier!
Date: Thursday, July 10
Time: 7 p.m.
Are you a student with a documented or suspected disability? Did you use academic accommodations in highschool? Will you require academic accommodations at Laurier? If so, please join us for a live webinar hosted by Accessible Learning. Gain insights into how high school and university learning systems differ, how to register with Accessible Learning and what documentation you’ll need, and answers to lots of popular questions covering topics like funding, privacy, and Laurier's approach to individualized accommodation planning.
Date: Wednesday, July 16
Time: 7 p.m.
This session is for parents and supporters of incoming Golden Hawks. In Part 1 of this webinar series, you'll learn more about what life is like for your student at Laurier. Gain insights into the opportunities and challenges your student may encounter in their first year and learn ways to support your student and yourself during this transition. Register below. If you haven't already, also subscribe to our Parents and Supporters newsletter to stay informed all year long.
Date: Tuesday, July 29
Time: 7 p.m.
University is expensive, and there are plenty of financial resources to support you. In this webinar you will learn more about OSAP including eligibility, timelines, and how to apply. We'll also cover applying for Laurier scholarships, awards, and bursaries, including information about the student profile forms and important deadlines you don't want to miss. Finally, we will cover some information about on-campus jobs, and other financial supports we offer, such as financial coaching and the money management program. Students and their parents and supporters are welcome to attend this webinar.
Date: Wednesday, August 13
Time: 7 p.m.
This session is for parents and supporters of incoming Golden Hawks. In Part II of this webinar series, we'll focus on your student's academic transition to university. We'll chat about the differences your student may notice from high school to university and provide more information on the various supports and resources at Laurier to support your student's success.