Academic Welcome Sessions – Save the Date and Register for your Faculty Event Tuesday, September 1, 2026, Oshawa campus 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Faculty of Business and Information Technology (BIT) Register Now 1 to 4:30 p.m. – Faculty of Liberal Studies (LS), Faculty of Media, Art and Design (MAD), Faculty of Science and Engineering Technology (SET) Register Now Wednesday, September 2, 2026, Oshawa campus 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Faculty of Health Sciences HS Register Now 1 to 4:30 p.m. – Faculty of Social and Community Services (SCS) Register Now Thursday, September 3, 2026, Whitby campus 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Faculty of Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship (STA) Register Now Session 1, programs included in this session: Carpentry and Renovation Technician Carpentry – Building Construction Technician Electrical Engineering Technician Electrical Techniques Electric Drive Vehicle Technician Automotive Technician – Service and Management (Motive Power Technician) Gas Technician 2 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Techniques (HVAC) Crane Operation, Rigging and Construction Techniques Mechanical Techniques – Plumbing Power Engineering Techniques – Fourth Class 1 to 4:30 p.m.– Faculty of Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship (STA) Register Now Session 2, programs included in this session: Trades Fundamentals Welding Engineering Technician Mechanical Technician – Elevating Devices Mechanical Technician – Millwright Friday, September 4, 2026, Whitby campus 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. – Faculty of Hospitality and Horticultural Science (HHS), Faculty of Science & Engineering Technology (SET) Register Now Programs included in this session: Architectural Technology Bachelor of Construction Management Civil Engineering Technology Civil Engineering Technician Culinary Management Culinary Skills Horticulture – Food and Farming Hospitality – Hotel and Restaurant Operations Management Hospitality Skills Join us for your Academic Welcome Day before classes begin. Each faculty and campus has its own scheduled Academic Welcome session, so be sure to attend the session for your specific program and campus. This half-day event is designed to introduce you to your faculty, program, and the Durham College (DC) community. Here's what you can expect: A warm welcome from your faculty A program-specific orientation session Social activities to help you start strong Free time to visit the Campus Store, explore the campus, or pick up your parking pass (if you’ve been notified it’s ready) 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. For questions or assistance, reach out to the Student and Career Development Office at studentdevelopment@durhamcollege.ca. We’re excited to welcome you to DC! Tuesday, September 5 10 to 11:45 a.m.International Orientation Gyms 3,4,5(if applicable) NoonDC Fest, South Village Courtyard(rain plan Gyms 3,4,5) 12:30 p.m.Food Trucks Open 2 p.m.Program Orientation 6 p.m.Campus Cup, Vaso’s Field × Tuesday, September 5 10 to 11:45 a.m.International Orientation Gyms 3,4,5(if applicable) NoonProgram Orientation 2 p.m.DC Fest, South Village Courtyard(rain plan Gyms 3,4,5) 2:30 p.m.Food Trucks Open 6 p.m.Campus Cup, Vaso’s Field × Thursday, August 31 9:30 a.m.Whitby Welcome 10:30 a.m.Program Orientation Noon to 1 p.m.Vendor Marketplace, Farmer’s Market, BBQ, Orientation Activities Tuesday, September 5, 10 to 11:45 a.m.International Orientation Gyms 3,4,5(if applicable) Tuesday, September 5, 6 p.m.Campus Cup, Vaso’s Field × Thursday, August 31 11 a.m.Whitby Welcome NoonProgram Orientation 1 to 2 p.m.Vendor Marketplace, Farmer’s Market, BBQ, Orientation Activities Tuesday, September 5, 10 to 11:45 a.m.International Orientation Gyms 3,4,5(if applicable) Tuesday, September 5, 6 p.m.Campus Cup, Vaso’s Field ×
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