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LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY
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ORILLIA - As Lakehead University celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Orillia campus, a new group of students will begin their university experience at the campus.
The new students will be welcomed at Lakehead’s annual orientation – Thunderwolves Howl 2016 – from Thursday, Sept. 1 to Sunday, Sept. 4.
Many of the first year students attending orientation will be living in residence and will move into their University Avenue accommodations on Sept. 1. Classes begin on Tuesday, Sept. 6.
Thunderwolves Howl 2016 will introduce new students to university life and will focus on helping students connect with their peers.
For the first time this year, students at the Orillia campus will join, through video technology, with Thunder Bay students at a special Opening Commencement event on Friday, Sept. 2.
"The Orientation events we’ve planned will ensure students have a positive introduction to Lakehead and start the year prepared and excited for their new academic adventure," said Chris Glover, Director of Student Affairs. “The new commencement event will be a unique way for students to experience the community of Lakehead.”
During the four-day orientation, students will take part in a variety of social events, teambuilding activities, and many opportunities to connect with fellow students, staff, and faculty. Orientation activities are led by a team of upper-year students who have been specially trained in how to guide new students.
On the first day of orientation – Thursday, Sept. 1 – students will be welcomed with meet and greet activities, including a barbeque with President & Vice-Chancellor Dr. Brian Stevenson.
The Opening Commencement Ceremony takes place on Friday, along with information sessions, lunch with faculty members, and a boat cruise sponsored by the Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU). On Saturday, students will explore downtown Orillia during a "Toonie-Lunch" and scavenger hunt.
The event culminates on Sunday when students will experience the ultimate school spirit event. Following a corn roast and pep rally, students will head over to Rotary Place for the fourth annual Orientation Cup.
This year, for the first time, and to celebrate Lakehead Orillia’s 10th Anniversary, the Lakehead Thunderwolves men’s hockey team will face off against an alumni team of former students and athletes.
“Our staff team has put together an exceptional event this year,” said Glover. “And we couldn’t have done it without the ongoing support of the community – our local community has been there every step of the way and has always helped make our Orientation events a big hit with students.”
For more information about Thunderwolves Howl 2016, visit newadventure.lakeheadu.ca.
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