Join us for Academic Welcome Day on Friday, January 3, 2025, in the Don Lovisa Building! 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 Whitby Campus in the following faculties:

Faculty of Skilled Trades & Apprenticeship (STA)
Faculty of Hospitality & Horticultural Science (HHS)
Faculty of Health Sciences (HS) – Animal Care
Faculty of Business – all Office Administration programs

Not sure which Faculty your program belongs to? Visit your program page to discover your Faculty: https://durhamcollege.ca/programs-and-courses/program-search/all-programs.

Here’s what to expect:

A warm welcome from your faculty
A program-specific orientation session
Social activities to help you start strong
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 in our Parent and Supporter Lounge on campus, hosted by DC representatives.

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

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

Free parking is available in Durham College’s Whitby Campus lot. View DC’s Interactive Map here: https://map.durhamcollege.ca/.

We’re excited to welcome you to DC!