New Student Orientation
Upcoming TrentU Durham Orientation Events:
Summer Academic Kickstart New Students &
Transfer Student Orientation
June 2019 - Date To Be Determined
Trent University Durham will be hosting New Student Orientation for all new students in June. All new students are expected to attend the orientation. Parents/guardians are also welcome to attend a Parent/Guardian Information Session during this June Orientation.
The main focus of the June orientation is to get students registered in courses for the upcoming year with the help of your academic advisors! Some other topics that will be covered include academics, involvement opportunities, campus services, student life, parent information and money matters.
Fall Start-Up (All New & Transfer Students)
September 2019 - Date To Be Determined
The purpose of Fall Start-up is to become familiar with the campus, your peers, staff and faculty, and life at TrentU Durham. It will also prepare you for the dynamics of university academics and to familiarize yourself with the various supports and services on campus to help you in your journey. Orientation is an engaging event filled with fun experiences as you transition into your first days of university life!
If you have any questions regarding orientation, please contact Chris Nelan, Student Life Coordinator at christophernelan@trentu.ca.
Important Information
- Join the "Member Since 2019" Facebook Group to connect with classmates and upper year students.
Academic Kickstart Summer Guidebook (PDF)
Note: If you will be studying on the Peterborough campus, please use the following link: Peterborough Orientation
Course Registration
*Course registration for Summer 2019 is open for all undergraduate students until May 2nd, 2019.
Step 1
Review the following documents:
- First Year Course Requirements by Subject
- General Course Selection Advice
- First Year Course Descriptions
Step 2
Watch this video:
Step 3
Watch the following video on how to build your schedule:
Step 4
Watch the following video on how to register for courses:
Alternatively, read this document on How to Register for Courses:
Other Helpful Videos:
Student Accessibility Services
- If you are seeking to register with Student Accessibility Services (SAS) for disability-related accommodations you can find information here about how to schedule an appointment.
Tuition & Fees Payment
What Else Do I Need To Know
- Academic Skills
- Academic Advising
- Accessibility Services
- Bookstore
- Health & Dental Benefit Plan
- Parking
- Transit Pass
- TrentU Student Card
If you will be studying on the Peterborough campus, please visit the Peterborough Orientation website