Spring Orientation Info Session (Online)
In this informative session, you'll learn about resources available to support you, and what your next steps are in preparation for a successful transition to Trent University Durham GTA. You'll meet academic advisors, student accessibility services, Consent at Trent and the Student Life team. Bring your questions, we are happy to answer them!
Amnesty International Presents: Speed Friending
Join us to learn what Amnesty can do for you as a club! Come play games with us, learn about our Trent community, and learn how to get involved in social justice and passion programs in your community. Come out and meet your peers in an episode of speed friending, and come say hi to some current Trent students who have a passion for social justice. We have lots in store for you :)!
Speed Friending and Games
Join us for a few rounds of speed friending followed by Jackbox Games, Gather Town games, and Cards Against Humanity!
*Champlain College Day: College Welcome
Meet your College Principal, Champlain Cabinet, and Orientation Leaders while cheering Champlain proud!
*Champlain College Day: Advising and Skills
Meet some of Trent's Academic Advisors and Skills instructors and learn tips for getting a good start on your degree!
Cards Against Otters (NSFW) #2
You know it's not a party until someone breaks out Cards Against Humanity. Get to know the worst side of your classmates in this classic party card game!
Notes, Mental Health and Zoom
As O-Week winds down, take a second to sit down with leaders and talk about anything: classes, tips and tricks, or the bigger things. What do you want out of your Trent experience and how do we get you there? OC Leaders are here to help!
OC Games Night
After your first day of classes come decompress with OC and play some games!
- Excel pixel art
- DIY Craft Challenge (Build Together)
- Never have I ever (Safe for work edition, ya nasty)
- Virtual Game Show
- 10 things survival game
- Game Night Out Frequently Asked Questions
Birds, Bees and Sex Toys
Think you know how to properly use a condom? What to do if you think you may have an STI? Come and show off your knowledge of sexual health with the TCSA! Winners of our sexual health trivia will be able to choose prizes ranging from adult toys to a giftcard to the bookstore! This event is inclusive of all gender expressions and sexualities.
*Brave Space #9
Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is a team of professionals who provide support to students with disabilities through one-on-one advising, referrals to campus supports, and adaptive technology. In this session we can explain how to get started with SAS, what an accommodation plan looks like for University, how you access accommodations through my Trent and through the Trent Centre for Academic Testing. You'll have opportunity to ask questions and get to explore ways in which you can support students/friends who may want to connect to SAS during the year.