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2024 Undergraduate Academic Orientation

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Welcome to the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design. We can't wait to welcome you to campus this September! As a new student, we know that there is a lot of new information to learn, so we have put together a handbook and a series of virtual presentations to help you transition to university life.

These presentations will help prepare you to understand degree and program requirements, learn about steps in course enrolment, learn about fees and finances, and find out about the resources and opportunities for your new academic journey.

 

Academics: What you need to know about your first year   

Wednesday, July 3

In this session, you’ll learn the basics of being a Daniels student. You will be introduced to the Daniels programs of study & degree requirements, gain an understanding of course enrolment, and learn about services that will support your success. 

Download the Pre-recorded Presentation here.


Financial Fundamentals

Thursday, July 4

In this session, you will learn about budgeting for the upcoming academic year and about potential sources of funding support. 

Download the first of two Pre-recorded Presentations here.

Download the second of two Pre-recorded Presentations here.


Q&A with Visual Studies Director + ORSS Staff

Monday, July 810:00–11:00 a.m. EST 

In this live Zoom session, you'll meet Assistant Professor Gareth Long, Director of the Visual Studies programs at the Daniels Faculty. Gareth will provide an overview of the BAVS program and answer your questions. Staff from the Office of the Registrar + Student Services (ORSS) will also be available.

Recording of session will be posted here soon. 


Q&A with Architectural Studies Director + ORSS Staff

Tuesday, July 910:00–11:00 a.m. EST 

In this live Zoom session, you'll meet Assistant Professor Peter Sealy, Director of the Architectural Studies program at the Daniels Faculty. Peter will provide an overview of the BAAS program, including the three streams, and answer your questions. Staff from the Office of the Registrar + Student Services (ORSS) will also be available. 

Recording of session will be posted here soon.


Academic: Transfer Credits 

Wednesday, July 1010:00–11:00 a.m. EST 

Curious about transfer credits? This live Zoom session is a great opportunity to ask questions and learn how to best plan your academic studies.

Recording of session will be posted here soon.


Student Engagement: Making the Most of Your Time at Daniels

Monday, July 22

Your student experience is about much more than your academic experience. In this live session, you'll learn about peer programs like Orientation and Mentorship, and how getting involved and meeting new people can help you transition to university life.   

Zoom link to follow. 


AMA: Current Students + Recent Alumni

Monday, July 29, 10:00–11:00 a.m. EST   

Led by students and alumni, this Ask Me Anything session will provide you with a glimpse into the student experience at the Daniels Faculty. During this virtual panel, you will hear from current student leaders about activities they are or have been involved in, and you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you have been wanting to ask a current student!  

Zoom link to follow.