Welcome International Students!
Spring 2024 Orientation Programming and Schedule
*The following information is tentative and subject to change.
Lethbridge Campus
Monday, December 18
What | When | Where |
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Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic on Campus | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 - 3:30 p.m. | International Centre (SU060) |
Presentation - Understanding Your Study Permit | 9 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Watch Recording |
Presentation - Canadian Culture and Academic Expectations | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual Watch Recording |
Tuesday, December 19
What | When | Where |
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Presentation - Canadian Culture and Academic Expectation | 9 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Watch Recording |
Presentation - Understanding Your Study Permit | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual Watch Recording |
Tuesday, January 2
What | When | Where |
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International Student Welcome | 9 - 10:45 a.m. | Physical Education Building PE275 Register Here |
New Student Orientation | 10:45 a.m. - 3 p.m. | View Agenda and Register Here |
Games and Friends with International | 3 - 4:30 p.m. | Anderson Hall AH100 Register Here |
Wednesday, January 3
What | When | Where |
Meet your International Student Advisor (ISA) | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1-4 p.m. (Drop-in) | International Centre (SU060) |
Pick up your Welcome Package from Scotiabank | 1 - 4 p.m. | International Centre (SU060) |
Thursday, January 4
What | When | Where |
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Meet your International Student Advisor (ISA) | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 - 4 p.m. (Drop-in) | International Centre (SU060) |
Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic on Campus | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. ; 1 - 3:30 p.m. | International Centre (SU060) |
Friday, January 5
What | When | Where |
Meet your International Student Advisor (ISA) | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 - 4 p.m. (Drop-in) | International Centre (SU060) |
Winter Clothing Program | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 - 4 p.m. | International Centre (SU060) |
Play Café | 2 - 3:30 p.m. | International Centre (SU060) |
Wednesday, January 10
What | When | Where |
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Social Insurance Number (SIN) Clinic on Campus | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 1 - 3:30 p.m. | International Centre (SU060) |
Calgary Campus
Monday, December 18
What | When | Where |
Presentation - Understanding Your Study Permit | 9 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Register Here |
Presentation - Canadian Culture and Academic Expectation | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual Register Here |
Tuesday, December 19
What | When | Where |
Presentation - Canadian Culture and Academic Expectation | 9 - 10:30 a.m. | Virtual Register Here |
Presentation - Understanding Your Study Permit | 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. | Virtual Register Here |
Wednesday, January 3
What | When | Where |
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Calgary Campus New Student Orientation | 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | N124 View Agenda and Register Here |
Friday, January 5
What | When | Where |
Calgary Public Library Visit and Downtown Tour |
3:30 - 5:30 p.m. | Meet in S6025 Register Here |
Don't Miss These Informative Virtual Sessions
ULethbridge Library Session | January 9 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Zoom
Learn how to access the library resources and services available to you, the research process, and online databases available at the library.
Working in Canada Info Session | January 12 | 12 - 1 p.m. | Zoom
Learn about where to find on and off-campus jobs, understanding best practices for resumés and cover letters, co-op programs, navigating job boards, and identifying scams.
Strategies for Success Workshop | January 16 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Zoom
Learn about time management, reading and note-taking skills, effective study strategies, preparing for different exam types, reducing procrastination and building motivation.
Plagiarism and Academic Honesty Session | January 18 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Zoom
Learn about Academic Honesty in Canada, proper citation, and avoiding plagiarism.
Income Tax Basic Concepts | January 24 | 2 - 3:30 p.m. | Virtual
Learn about basic concepts of filing your income tax with this great presentation from Canada Revenue Agency.
Registration link coming soon!
Questions and Answers Sessions for New International Students
Moodle Orientation Courses
What is Moodle?
Moodle is the online learning management system that is supported at uLethbridge.
How do I sign-in?
Log into Moodle at moodle.uleth.ca. The username and password will be the same credentials as your campus login (Bridge account).
If you have not already done so, set up your campus login:
1. Have your nine-digit uLethbridge ID number (from your Offer of Admission letter) available
2. Go to ulethbridge.ca/loginsetup
3. Follow the steps to select a username, password and security questions from the menu on the right.
Pre-arrival Information for International Students 2023
This is a self-guided prearrival course specifically for new international students. It has vital information for a smooth transition to uLethbridge and can be done at your own pace. You must complete this course and we recommend doing it before August 15.
Orientation for International Students
This is a self-guided orientation course specifically for new international students. It has vital information for a smooth transition to uLethbridge and can be done at your own pace. You must complete this course and we recommend doing it prior to the start of classes.
The International Student Mentorship Program is a volunteer peer-mentor program in which new international students are matched with continuing uLethbridge students who can provide ongoing advice and information about life at the university and in Lethbridge. This Fall 2021 term, mentors will meet with you in person or virtually and help you with any questions you may have by email. Mentors provide ongoing social support, assistance and guidance throughout your first semester as new international student. They share their personal experiences, easing your transition to university in Canada!
If you have already requested a mentor, you will be invited to an ISMP Meet and Greet from 3 - 4:30 p.m. on January 12. where you will meet your mentor and other new international students!