Trent University Durham GTA is excited to welcome all incoming students to Fall Orientation 2026!
Whether you're a new student coming directly from high school, a transfer student, a mature student, or an international student, TrentU Durham GTA’s Orientation Program is the first step in providing you with the tools and information that you need to start your university career off strong!
Join us for an unforgettable experience, where you'll meet staff and faculty, connect with peers and get to know our campus.
Things to look forward to:
- TrentU Durham GTA swag (it's awesome... and free!)
- Team building events and competitions
- Delicious food and desserts — catered and food truck style
- Academic information sessions
- Immigration and support sessions for International Students
- Campus Carnival
- Colour Chaos
- Live Music & Entertainment
- And more!
Program schedule for September 2026 coming soon.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Click here to register
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Take part in a variety of activities designed to help you start strong
FAQs
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Who can I get in touch with if I have any questions?
We are here to help! For any questions, please reach out to durhamorientation@trentu.ca.
If you are an undergraduate student that has questions regarding course registration, please reach out to durhamacademicadvising@trentu.ca.
If you are a post-graduate certificate student that has questions regarding course registration, please reach out to durcerts@trentu.ca.
If you are an international student, you can also reach out to international@trentu.ca or internationaladvising@trentu.ca
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Do I have to sign up for Orientation?
Orientation is included in your Ancillary Fees as a student at Trent Durham, so there will be no extra costs to take part in our programming; however, you do have to register to participate! Please register for Orientation before attending using the links on our webpage.
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When, and where, will I get information about Orientation?
Before you begin at TrentU Durham GTA, you will be able to find information about our programming and our upcoming campus events in the New Student Newsletter, sent to your Trent email every week starting a couple of months before your Orientation! Closer to the event, you can also find our full schedule on our Events Schedule Page!
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Is it mandatory to participate in Orientation?
There are no mandatory Orientation events, however, we highly encourage students to attend as many events as they can! Orientation is full of important information, helpful tips for your studies, and fun opportunities to meet your peers at Trent Durham GTA.
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If I am part-time, mature, transfer, or off-campus student, can I still come to Orientation?
Yes! All incoming undergraduate or post-graduate certificate students are welcome to attend and participate in our Orientation activities. Check out our event calendar for more information!
If you are an incoming Master's Student, you will take part in a separate Orientation program. These details will be communicated to you via email!