o-week events: First week of class
Tuesday Sept 3rd - Friday Sept 6th | Multi-Session Events
Drop-In Sports & More:
Meet at Dalplex Lobby
Location: Dalplex
September 3rd - 16th
Sports of all sorts: that's how we'd describe this year drop-in sports offerings. Throughout the first 2 weeks of classes, the Athletics & Recreation team will be hosting games where anyone came come and play! So get your shoes on, and meet us there! Learn more in Post O-Week Events
Welcome to the ISC
Indigenous Student Centre
Location: Indigenous Student Centre
Time: 9am - 4pm | September 3rd - 6th
Meet the ISC advisors, have a snack, enjoy a smudge and connect with other Indigenous students! Pick up a welcome bag and celebrate
your new journey at Dalhousie!
View more ISC Events below!
Dalplex Fitness Hall Tours
Meet at Dalplex Lobby
Dates: September 3rd, 5th, 6th, 10th, 13th
Times: 10:30am | 11:30am | 1:30pm | 2:30pm
New to the Dalplex fitness hall and need some help getting started?In this free 45-minute 1-on-1 session, staff will take you through nine popular selectorized pieces of equipment and show you around the fitness hall to help you on your way to achieving your health and wellness goals.
Monday, September 2nd
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Location: Scotiabank Auditorium
Session 1: 10am Start
Session 2: 1pm Start
Ready to crush your classes? Join us at University 101! We'll show you how to crack the code of Dalhousie's lingo and services. It's like blending the basics with some easy hacks to ace school. Don't miss out on this chance to uncover the secrets that'll make your academic journey a breeze. -
Location: McCain Building, Scotiabank Auditorium
"Master the art of managing your finances in this interactive workshop. Learn budgeting tips to make your dollars stretch, explore strategies for maximizing scholarships and financial aid, and set yourself up for financial success throughout university."
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Location: International Center (1246 Lemarchant St)
New to Dalhousie but not university life?
Join us for a fun-filled tour and trivia at The Grawood. Get to know your new campus while showcasing your knowledge and making connections with fellow transfer students. Don't miss out on this opportunity to kick off your Dalhousie experience with a blend of exploration and friendly competition!
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SPORTS: Volleyball & Basketball
Location: FieldhouseSports of all sorts: that's how we'd describe this year drop-in sports offerings. Throughout the first 2 weeks of classes, the Athletics & Recreation team will be hosting games where anyone came come and play! So get your shoes on, and meet us there!
Tuesday, September 3rd
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Times: 10:30 | 11:30 | 1:30 | 2:30
Location: Fitness Hall, DalplexNew to the Dalplex fitness hall and need some help getting started? In this free 45-minute 1-on-1 session, staff will take you through nine popular selectorized pieces of equipment and show you around the fitness hall to help you on your way to achieving your health and wellness goals.
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Location: Studley Quad
The Welcome Fair is our big hello to you! Folks from across the universities in various roles will be on the Quad, representing the various resources and opportunities for you to engage with. So come say hi, grab some freebies, and learn more about what Dal has to offer you!
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Location: Indigenous Student Centre
Meet the ISC advisors, have a snack, enjoy a smudge and connect with other Indigenous students! Pick up a welcome bag and celebrate your new journey at Dalhousie!
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Location: Studley Hall
The Care Hub is the one stop shop for all of your orientation week needs. We will have people to answer any questions you have about Dalhousie, snacks, water, charging stations, and personal hygiene and sexual wellness supplies for you. Come by for some information or just to say hi!
Wednesday September 4th
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Location: Front lobby atrium of the Marion McCain Arts and Social Sciences Building
Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! First-year FASS students are invited to join us for a mixer where you'll get the chance to meet fellow students in FASS as well as instructors and key members of the faculty. Refreshments will be provided.
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Location: Wallace McCain Learning Commons
The Faculty of Science and the Dalhousie Science Society want to welcome first year students to our Dal Science community! Come for the free pizza, swag and lawn games stay for the helpful information you'll receive about your time with Science!
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Location: Meet at Dal Bike Centre
Bring your own bike for a scenic ride around Point Pleasant Park and to learn more about the Bike Centre.
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Location: Goldberg Computer Science Building
Open Gaming consoles for students and a live DAL vs SMU match.
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First year students are invited to join the 2SLGBTQ+ Advisor Olivia in the International Centre for Pizza from
5-7PM on Wednesday September 4th, free pizza until supplies lastQ
Thursday September 5th
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For: Students of African descent
Location: BSAC Backyard 1321 Edward Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 3H5This event is hosted by the Black Student Support Network, a staff group that supports students of African descent in different capacities across Dalhousie. Please join us as we celebrate welcoming new students to campus through food, entertainment and community connection. Students can RSVP using the link below:
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Location: School of Health and Human Performance (HAHP) Orientation
New students in Health Promotion, Kinesiology, Therapeutic Recreation, and Recreation Management – join us for an introduction to your new programs and School through low-key, fun, and interactive SAHHPErbowl games and activities. Whether you’re new from high school, a transfer or mature student, come out to meet other new and current students, professors, and staff as we bring back this OG HAHP tradition. There will be food and swag and an ultimate prize. We can’t wait to meet you!
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Location: TBD
An opportunity to try debate for all skill levels! Participate in 1-on-1 speed debates and elimination bubble dates.
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Location: Meet at SUB
Group walk to Point Pleasant Park where slacklines and hammocks will be set up
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Time: 7:00-8:30 PM
Location: in the atrium of the Mona Campbell buildingNo registration necessary
New and returning students interested in Sustainability are warmly welcome to attend the College of Sustainability’s Fall 2024 Orientation and Welcome Back event. This is a casual event to introduce students to the faculty and staff in the College and learn about the opportunities to study and engage with sustainability at Dal. Meet other students interested in sustainability and learn how to get involved with Sustainability-related student societies on campus. There will be live music, snacks, and prizes!
Questions? Email ess@dal.ca
saturday, September 7th
Dalfest
Location: Studley Quad
Time: 8pm - 12am |
Wrap up O-Week with DSU’s annual Dalfest Concert - Free for students, faculty, and community members!
Lloyds Money | 8pm
Dozie | 9:10pm
Pineo & Loeb | 10:20
Post O-Week Events
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9-Sep |
Get to know campus running tour (4.95km):
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Meet at Dalplex | All StudentsAre you a new or returning Dalhousie student looking to explore Dalhousie’s campuses?
Join us for this free Get to Know Campus Running Tour! This 5km route is led by members of the university’s own Dalhousie Running Club. You’ll navigate through Studley campus, past Carlton campus, and around Sexton campus! In addition to this running tour, participants will receive a quick tour of the Sexton Campus fitness facility, enjoy a 20- minute, post-run, yoga session, led by a certified yoga instructor, and have an opportunity to stick around for an informal information session to ask questions about Dalhousie’s fitness facilities, programs, and offerings. This tour is open for runners of all abilities. Sign up and find your running community on campus!"
Drop In Sports: Soccer
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Fieldhouse
10-Sep |
Drop In Sports: Basketball
Location: Fieldhouse
7:30 PM - 9:00 PMIntro to Dal Spin:
7:45-8:45pm
Location: Studio 3Are you new to DalSpin? Come on out to our Intro to DalSpin class where you'll learn proper bike set up and spin basics so you're ready for your classes all year long!
11-Sep |
Get to know Halifax running tour (4.95km)
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Meet at Dalplex | All StudentsAre you a new or returning Dalhousie student looking to explore Halifax?
Join us for this free Get to Know Halifax Running Tour! This 6km route is led by members of the university’s own Dalhousie Running Club. On this run, you’ll see Halifax landmarks such as the Halifax Commons, Citadel Hill, the Halifax Town Clock, the Plublic Gardens, and more! In addition to this running tour, participants will enjoy a 20-minute, post-run, yoga session, led by a certified yoga instructor, and have an opportunity to stick around for an informal information session to ask questions about Dalhousie’s fitness facilities, programs, and offerings. This tour is open for runners of all abilities. Sign up and find your running community in the heart of Halifax!
Drop In Sports: Volleyball
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Fieldhouse
12-Sep |
Drop In Sports: Volleyball
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Wickwire Field
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10-Sep | 11am - 1pm
What Indigenous Students Need to Know
Join Dillon at the Indigenous Student Centre for an information session about all things Dalhousie! (Approx. 45 minute session, per offering)
12-Sept | 12pm-3:00pm
BBQ at the ISC
Join us at the ISC for a welcome BBQ! All Indigenous students - new and returning - are welcome!
17-Sep | 1pm-2:30pm
Sacred Journey Bundle
Sit with Elder Ann, to set intentions for the new academic school year and create a bundle with medicines and crystals.
REGISTER NOW!
For Indigenous Students only!
20-Sep |
Sacred Times
12-4pmJoin us at the ISC as George Doyle-Bedwell will be on site for ceremony (fire/smudge).
Friday Night Bingo
4:30-8pmJoin us at the ISC for our first Friday Night bingo of the school year!
23-Sep | 1pm-2:30pm
Sacred Journey Bundle
Sit with Elder Ann, to set intentions for the new academic school year and create a bundle with medicines and crystals.
REGISTER NOW!
For Indigenous Students only!
24-Sep |
Beading an Orange T-Shirt
12-3:30pmJoin us at the ISC to bead an Orange T-Shirt!
Ribbon Skirt and Shirt Making
1pm-3:30pmBring in a skirt or make one. Some fabric and ribbons provided
25-Sep | 1pm-3:30pm
Ribbon Skirt and Shirt Making
Bring in a skirt or make one. Some fabric and ribbons provided
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1pm - 3pm | IDEA Atrium (1345 Norma Eddy Ln)
Join us for Dalhousie Community Day, a heartwarming event dedicated to making a positive impact in our community! On Community Day, students be placed in groups with their faculties to create hygiene kits for those in need and craft thoughtful cards for seniors.