Start Smart: Academic Success & Community for Mature & Transfer Students.
Thinking ahead starts now! Whether you're returning to school after a break, coming from another school or balancing studies with work and family, this session is designed to help mature and transfer students feel confident, connected, and supported as they navigate their academic journey. Join us for a friendly and practical overview of the academic supports available in the Colleges, including:
Mature and Transfer Student Social
Join us for an evening of connection meant specifically for mature students (21+) who are new to Trent. Meet one another and become acquainted with Trent faculty in a calm environment, all while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, punch, and music. Invitations will be sent out to eligible students in late August. Didn't receive one? Please email traill@trentu.ca so we can send one your way!
Small Group Time Campus Q&A
Wondering where to find that one class? Not sure how to get to Blackburn Hall? Just confused? Meet us at your designated meeting spot and join us as we take you around campus to help with all those questions you might have!
TCSA Foam Party
Dance, splash, and play in a giant foam pit with the Foam Wizard machine, water guns, and lawn games. Come get messy and make memories!
Lunch
*Rumble rumble rumble* Is that what your stomach sounds like? That's because it's lunchtime! Eat some lunch!
Off Campus Bus to Symons
Off-Campus students are invited to meet at Traill for an expres
Rise & Shine: Aquafit
An introduction to gentle water exercises designed to improve strength, flexibility and cardiovascular health. This class combines water-based cardio, resistance movements and stretching, to promote balance and mobility. All swimming experiences are welcomed! Dress in appropriate swimwear and bring a water bottle!
Conservation Biology First Year Welcome
Join the Biology Department staff and faculty to learn more about the Conservation Biology program at Trent. Meet your fellow new students and learn about degree requirements, course planning, experiential learning opportunities, and more!
Trent Accounting Society: Club Greet and Meet
Start the year by connecting with your accounting community! Join us for a casual and engaging morning to meet fellow accounting students and get to know the Trent Accounting Society team. Whether you're new to the program or returning for another term, this is your chance to discover upcoming events, share ideas, and learn how to get involved. Feel free to come say hi - we would love to meet you!
Fun in the Sun
Want to Paint Rocks? Birdhouses? Canvases? Don't want to paint? How about Lawn games, group activities and a whole bunch of small crafting/social activities! Come by, even just to chat with your Orientation Leaders!