Undergraduate CONNECT Day
September 2 – Hall Building
September 2026 schedule
9 – 9:45 a.m.
Check-in – Hall Building lobby
Check-in starts at 9 a.m. Plan to arrive in time to check in before the Welcome session.
10 – 10:30 a.m.
Welcome session – Hall Building
We kick off the day by welcoming you to Concordia as the newest members of our community! Hear from the Dean of Students and the Senior Director of the Student Success Centre about the journey you’re embarking on, along with what to expect during the day ahead. Plus, a special word from Concordia’s President, Graham Carr!
10:35 – 11:20 a.m.
Student life panel
What is it really like to be a student at Concordia? A panel of current students are here to tell you all about their experience and answer your questions.
11:35 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Meet a friend
Looking to make friends as you start your university journey? We’ve got you. Meet a friend or two via icebreakers and games.
Cette session est offerte en français aussi! Vous souhaitez vous faire des ami(e)s en débutant votre parcours universitaire? Venez rencontrer d’autres étudiant(e)s francophones dans une ambiance conviviale et accueillante!
12:30 – 1 p.m.
Lunch
Enjoy a slice of pizza and take this time to connect and mingle with fellow new students.
Build your afternoon schedule! Choose one session to attend in each timeslot.
1:15 – 1:55 p.m.
Best Study hacks
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Best Study hacks for math-based courses
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Welcome to your Library
Learn about the services and resources the Library can offer to help you through your academic journey, from course reserves to the online Discovery Tool.
2 – 2:40 p.m.
Get ready for your first day
Gain practical tips and insider advice from current students to feel confident and prepared for your very first day of classes at Concordia. We’ll cover the basic online tools you’ll use in class, your first-day to-do list and some key resources.
Finding work while studying: job search tips
Balancing school and work is possible, especially when the work helps build your future career. Get practical tips on resumé writing, job search strategies and how to identify roles that offer meaningful, career-building experience so you can get started with confidence.
Finding my people: get involved in student life
Join Homeroom and the Concordia Student Union (CSU) to learn more about getting involved in student life and how to find your place in the Concordia community.
French 101 for new Montrealers: navigating daily life
Just moved to Montreal? Learn some of the basics you'll need for daily life in French and discover ways to keeping learning at Concordia. Soon you'll be ready to ask for un bagel au sésame et un café, s'il vous plait! For complete beginners.
2:45 – 3:25 p.m.
Get ready for your first day
Gain practical tips and insider advice from current students to feel confident and prepared for your very first day of classes at Concordia. We’ll cover the basic online tools you’ll use in class, your first-day to-do list and some key resources.
Finding my people: get involved in student life
Join Homeroom and the Concordia Student Union (CSU) to learn more about getting involved in student life and how to find your place in the Concordia community.
French 101 for new Montrealers: navigating daily life
Just moved to Montreal? Learn some of the basics you'll need for daily life in French and discover ways to keeping learning at Concordia. Soon you'll be ready to ask for un bagel au sésame et un café, s'il vous plait! For complete beginners.
Optional. Duration: approximately two hours
3 p.m.
Walking tour of downtown
Discover some of Montreal's hidden gems with staff from the International Students Office, who will show you places where you can get affordable food, clothing and groceries, to help you settle in.