Many students find reading in university takes more time than they expect. University readings are usually densely packed with ideas that need to be thought out and considered. The result is that your reading will take time and require that you read actively and critically. Join this session for an ultimate guide to managing your readings effectively and efficiently!

Join the Sciences, Humanities, or Social Sciences session, based on your planned major. Staff from Academic Advising, Academic Skills, and CareerSpace will share the essentials for your success and growth as an undergraduate student. Learn some of the basics you'll need to know for your first weeks as a student. Explore opportunities and resources to expand your skills and experiences. Find ways to connect with academic supports and careers services at Trent. Hear from students about their experiences and their advice for getting a great start in university.

Give yourself the edge up on your Trent experience by getting to know your leaders and peers at Excalibur edge! During this period, you will hear from your leaders about what events are happening during your orientation week! If you have questions regarding events on the orientation calendar this is the perfect time to clarify with your leaders!

The Trent Welcome is the official kickoff to Orientation Week, bringing together new students to celebrate the beginning of their Trent journey. Featuring high-energy activities, a special performance by drag artist Unita Assk, and a warm community welcome, this signature event celebrates the possibilities ahead, inspiring students to connect, belong, and embrace all that awaits them at Trent University. Bring your Trent spirit, meet new friends, and join us as we launch an unforgettable Orientation Week together.

Join us for a campus-wide celebration! Mingle with your professors, staff and meet new friends! 

There is so much to enjoy, including:

- Food trucks
- Karaoke and open mic stage
- Petting zoo - Meet and feed llamas, rabbits, goats, chinchillas and more!
- Cartoonists who will draw your portrait
- Human billiards
- Henna 
- and so much more

A favourite Fall Orientation event. Learn a little about each department and meet your professors as they pitch why their department is the best in 3 minutes!

Step confidently into your first semester with Fall Forward, an orientation session hosted by Academic & Career Advising. Learn how to navigate your academic path, explore career possibilities, and connect with the resources designed to support your success—both in and beyond the classroom.

Do you identify as belonging to one of the groups or communities listed below? Join us for a catered brunch where you'll have the opportunity to meet with fellow first year students and Trent Durham staff/faculty. We'll begin as one large group and then move into separate spaces based on the following:  

- 2SLGBTQIA+ Affinity Group 

- African/Caribbean/Black-identifying Student Affinity Group 

- Mature & Transfer Student Affinity Group 

- Muslim Affinity Group

- Neurodivergent students, allies and supporters