TRU Orientation
Register for TRU Orientation here!
Kick off your first year by attending TRU Orientation on Tuesday, September 2 from 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.! You will build connections with people, places and supports that will be a part of your university experience while enjoying food, games, and prizes. TRU Orientation is strongly recommended for all new-to-TRU students (domestic and international). You can find the full TRU Orientation Day schedule below.
As a new student you can also book a campus tour book a campus tour and join us for any of these workshops:
| Navigating the Survival Guide |
July 28 Noon – 12:30 p.m. PT Virtual |
The TRU Survival Guide provides an overview of everything you should know as a new student. Join the Orientation team for some tips on mastering this resource. Register for Navigating the Survival Guide! |
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High school vs. University |
August 11 Noon – 12:30 p.m. PT Virtual |
You may have heard that university is different than high school, but what are those differences? Join the Orientation team to gain an understanding of what will be expected of you as a university student. Register for High school vs. University! |
| What to Expect in Lectures, Labs & Seminars |
August 25 Noon – 12:30 p.m. PT Virtual |
If your first-semester schedule is jam-packed with lectures, labs, and seminars, join the Orientation team to understand expectations and clarify course components. Register for What to Expect in Lectures, Labs & Seminars! |
| Parent & Supporter Orientation |
August 25 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. PT Virtual |
Parents, friends, and chosen family play a role in your transition from high school to university life. This orientation is for those new-to-TRU support systems to better understand ways to help you succeed in your first year. Register for Parent & Supporter Orientation! |
| Mature & Transfer Student Orientation
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August 28 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. PT Learning Commons in House of Learning |
Connect with peers, learn about campus supports, and hear from a current mature student about their perspective and academic experience. Register for Mature & Transfer Student Orientation! |
All new-to-TRU students who have registered for classes are enrolled in the TRU Student Survival Guide in Moodle. Check that course on your Moodle dashboard to ensure you have everything you need before classes start and know about supports, tips, and tricks once you start the semester.
TRU Orientation Day Schedule
9:30 a.m. | Program/Faculty Welcome Sessions
Location: various, see table below
Meet faculty and learn what it means to be a student in your program. Note that not all programs have a session on TRU Orientation Day. If your program is not listed, please check your email for program orientation details and if your schedule allows, feel welcome to join us for the other parts of TRU Orientation.
| Faculty/Program | Location |
| Architectural Engineering Technology | ITTC 306 |
| Faculty of Arts (arts program list) | CAC Terrace Room |
| Gaglardi School of Business and Economics Undergraduate Programs (bachelor, certificate, diploma, and post-bacc) | CAC Mountain Room |
| Graduate Education Programs (MEd and GCES) | AE 162 |
| School of Nursing | IB 1020 |
| Tourism (tourism program list) | Cplul’kw’ten (The Gathering Place) |
| Faculty of Science (science program list) | CT 200 |
10:45 a.m. | Welcome Ceremony
Location: TRU Gym
Your official welcome to TRU!
Noon | TRUsa Palooza and BBQ
Location: Campus Commons
This Orientation carnival will give you a chance to connect with campus supports while playing games, winning prizes, and enjoying a free lunch. There will also be campus tours offered.
Quick Links
Fall Orientation FAQ
Do I have to register for TRU Orientation?
There are many different orientation experiences for students to take part in this year. This year registration for TRU Orientation will be required. Check out the full orientation schedule above to see how and where the sessions will be delievered.
I am nervous about TRU Orientation because I don’t know anyone.
Don’t worry most new-to-TRU students will be nervous! But we have tried to offer several different type of sessions during the first week that will allow for students to interact, connect, ask questions and hopefully make some new friends.
If I attend International Orientation, do I have to attend TRU Orientation?
This is up to each individual as both experiences have very different schedules and allow students to partake in both. Attending both events would be great for any student. TRU Orientation is a campus wide orientation that gives students opportunities to meet Deans, faculty, staff and students as well as explore our campus while having fun.
I am a student who has previously attended a post-secondary institution and I am not interested in attending another orientation. Why should I come to TRU Orientation?
The TRU Orientation team is mindful that every student experience is unique so we have planned our program to meet students' needs. We believe it is important that all new-to-TRU students be oriented because your new program will require resources, supports and networking opportunities to create a successful transition to TRU.
I may require accessibility related accomodations to ensure that I can fully participate in the activities throughout TRU Orientation.
Please contact us at orientation@tru.ca to discuss potential accomodations. We will work with you and our Accessibility Services team to ensure you have equitable access to the learning and activities.
