Orientation News Archive
President: Welcome to Fall Term 2025!
September 3, 2025 —
Billy and I made a short video about some of the things we’re excited about this year.
Students
Ready to join the herd? Orientation programming for 2025
August 25, 2025 —
September can be exciting and sometimes daunting for first-time university students, but the University of Manitoba wants to make the transition as smooth as possible. Student Affairs facilitates a wide array of programming that spans from summer through to fall, aimed specifically at new Bisons. Starting university should be exciting and enriching! Check out the range of programming at a glance!
Students
Why and how to become a student orientation volunteer
April 8, 2025 —
Student Affairs is seeking volunteers for the upcoming Preparing for University event on May 4, 2025
Students
Volunteer for UM’s in-person Orientation Events
August 15, 2022 —
Every fall, the University of Manitoba welcomes new students with a series of programming to support their transition to university. Volunteering for UM Orientation offers current students the chance to help new students with their transition to the UM community.
Students
Have questions? Here’s how you can get answers
July 28, 2022 —
Figuring out your academic journey is an ongoing process, and you don’t have to do it alone. There are many resources and offices at UM dedicated to helping you find the best path for you.
Students
UM’s New Student Welcome sets you up for success
August 25, 2021 —
Congratulations, you’re about to start your first year at the University of Manitoba! Let’s kick off the school year together, with a couple of exciting online events. These will be great opportunities to learn the ropes, put some faces to names, and begin to build your community.
Students
How to support your student during their first year
July 26, 2021 —
As your student prepares for their first year at the University of Manitoba, there are many ways you can assist them to be more confident and independent in their transition from high school to university, especially through today’s unique circumstances due to COVID-19.
Students
First Year Centre advisors answer your top registration questions
June 23, 2021 —
As a new UM student, there’s lots to do to prepare for your first year of studies! Here are answers to the questions that are most frequently asked at the First Year Centre.
Students
UM’s First Year Experience helps new students prepare for the journey ahead
June 4, 2021 —
This summer, First Year Experience is back and better than ever to help the newest members of our campus community feel connected to their university and to their peers.
Students
Volunteer for UM’s virtual First Year Experience programming
May 4, 2021 —
The UM First Year Experience team is looking for volunteers to act as Online Orientation Facilitators for this year's orientation programming. Application are open until May 9th, 2021 at 11:59 PM.