Undergraduate Connect Day
January 7 – Molson Building
Your day's schedule
9 – 9:45 a.m.
Check-in – MB 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 – MB Building ninth floor
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.
10:30 – 11 a.m.
Getting great grades
Are you ready to learn at the university level? From time management and note-taking to reading and problem-solving, get set up for success!
11:15 a.m. – 12:15 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.
12:15 – 1 p.m.
Lunch
Enjoy a complimentary lunch and take this time to connect and mingle with fellow new students.
1 – 1:30 p.m.
Get ready for your first day of class
Gain practical tips and insider advice from current students to feel confident and prepared for your very first day of classes at Concordia.
1:30 – 2:25 p.m.
Student 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.
Build your afternoon schedule! Choose one session to attend in each timeslot.
2:35 – 3:15 p.m.
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.
Budgeting 101
Learn tips and tricks to create a sustainable budget and stick to it so you can achieve your financial goals more efficiently and avoid financial pitfalls.
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 resume writing, job search strategies, and how to identify roles that offer meaningful, career-building experience so you can get started with confidence.
Teamwork essentials
Starting university means lots of opportunities to work with others – and teamwork isn’t always easy. Through quick, interactive activities, gain practical tools to make collaborating smoother and more productive, whether tackling an assignment, planning an event or working on anything in between. Get ready to make your teamwork… work!
Student services trivia
Get familiar with Concordia’s student services in this fun trivia game and discover the resources that will help you thrive on campus!
3:20 – 4 p.m.
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 resume writing, job search strategies, and how to identify roles that offer meaningful, career-building experience so you can get started with confidence.
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.
Student services trivia
Get familiar with Concordia’s student services in this fun trivia game and discover the resources that will help you thrive on campus!
Budgeting 101
Learn tips and tricks to create a sustainable budget and stick to it so you can achieve your financial goals more efficiently and avoid financial pitfalls.
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.