Academic Welcome Day: Faculty of Social & Community Services (SCS)

Join us on campus to learn more about your faculty, explore your full-time DC program, and meet your cohort.

Welcome to the Faculty of Social & Community Services (SCS)!

Join us for Academic Welcome Day on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in Gyms 3, 4, and 5! This half-day event is designed to introduce you to your faculty, program, and the Durham College (DC) community.

This session is for first-year students at the Oshawa campus in the following faculty:

• Faculty of Social & Community Services (SCS)

Welcome to the Faculty of Business & Information Technology (BIT)!

Join us for Academic Welcome Day on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, in Gyms 3, 4, and 5! This half-day event is designed to introduce you to your faculty, program, and the Durham College (DC) community.

This session is for first-year students at the Oshawa campus in the following faculty:

• Faculty of Business and Information Technology

Here’s what to expect:

• Please note that this is not a drop-in event. Doors open at 1 p.m., with the Welcome beginning promptly at 1:30 p.m. and will run until 4:30 p.m. We ask that all students arrive on time so you can take part in the full experience
• Arrive early to check in, grab your swag, and enjoy light refreshments before the Welcome begins
• A warm welcome from your faculty to kick off the day
• A program-specific orientation session to help you prepare for your first semester (timing may vary by program)
• The day concludes with the DC First-Year Social, where you can meet fellow students, enjoy activities, and celebrate the start of your Durham College journey
• Free Time to visit the Campus Store, and explore available DC services

Enjoy light refreshments, grab your DC swag, and connect with new friends!

This in-person event is for first-year students only. Parents and supporters are welcome to relax on campus while the first-year student participates in Academic Welcome Day.

Do you need accessibility accommodations (e.g., an interpreter)? Please let us know at least 48 hours in advance so we can arrange support: studentdevelopment@durhamcollege.ca.

For questions or assistance, reach out to the Student and Career Development Office at studentdevelopment@durhamcollege.ca.

Parking is available at the Durham College Oshawa campus Commencement Lot. Click here to view DC’s Interactive Map.

Not sure which Faculty your program belongs to? Check your program page: Program Search.

We’re excited to welcome you to DC!