TRU Orientation
Kick off your first year at TRU by attending TRU Orientation events to build connections with people, places and supports that will be a part of your university experience.
For incoming Winter 2026 students, the TRU Orientation team is hosting a Winter Resource Fair on Jan. 13 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Old Main Student Street. You'll enjoy cookies and hot chocolate while meeting the student services that will support you throughout your student life, from registration to convocation (and everything in between). There are also a variety of events in January to help you prepare for classes, make friends, and explore student life.
All new-to-TRU students who have registered for classes are enrolled in the TRU Student Survival Guide in Moodle. Check that course on your Moodle dashboard to ensure you have everything you need before classes start and supports, tips, and tricks once you start the semester.
If you have any questions regarding orientation or transitions to university, please email us at orientation@tru.ca or join one of the Drop In Question & Answer Sessions.
| Drop In Question & Answer Session |
Dec. 11 9 - 10 a.m. PT Virtual |
Join the Dec. 11 Q&A session here |
| Drop In Question & Answer Session |
Dec. 15 2 – 3 p.m. PT Virtual |
Join the Dec. 15 Q&A session here |
| Drop In Question & Answer Session |
Dec. 17 Noon – 1 p.m. PT Virtual |
Join the Dec. 17 Q&A session here |
| Drop In Question & Answer Session |
Jan. 6 Noon – 1 p.m. PT Virtual |
Join the Jan. 6 Q&A session here |
| What to Expect in Classes |
Jan. 7 9 – 9:30 a.m. PT Virtual |
This workshop will provide an overview of classroom expectations, student supports, and everything else you need to know to succeed as a TRU student. Register for What to Expect in Classes |
| Winter Resource Fair |
Jan. 13 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Student Street, Old Main |
Enjoy cookies and hot chocolate while you meet the student services that will support you throughout your student life - from registration to convocation (and everything in between). |
| Speed Friending |
Jan. 15 6 – 7:30 p.m. Old Main 2612 |
If making friends is one of your New Year’s resolutions, join us for Speed Friending! Participants will be randomly placed into small groups for 5 - 10 minutes. Everyone will get a chance to interact and ask questions using conversation prompts and curiosity before being shuffled into a new group! Register for Speed Friending |
| TRUesdays |
Every Tuesday starting Jan. 20 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Old Main 1501 |
Join Student Life every Tuesday for a social event with weekly prizes and rotating activities such as painting, bingo, and games. |
All new-to-TRU students who have registered for classes are enrolled in the TRU Student Survival Guide in Moodle. Check that course on your Moodle dashboard to ensure you have everything you need before classes start and know about supports, tips, and tricks once you start the semester.
Quick Links
Fall Orientation FAQ
Do I have to register for TRU Orientation?
There are many different orientation experiences for students to take part in this year. This year registration for TRU Orientation will be required. Check out the full orientation schedule above to see how and where the sessions will be delievered.
I am nervous about TRU Orientation because I don’t know anyone.
Don’t worry most new-to-TRU students will be nervous! But we have tried to offer several different type of sessions during the first week that will allow for students to interact, connect, ask questions and hopefully make some new friends.
If I attend International Orientation, do I have to attend TRU Orientation?
This is up to each individual as both experiences have very different schedules and allow students to partake in both. Attending both events would be great for any student. TRU Orientation is a campus wide orientation that gives students opportunities to meet Deans, faculty, staff and students as well as explore our campus while having fun.
I am a student who has previously attended a post-secondary institution and I am not interested in attending another orientation. Why should I come to TRU Orientation?
The TRU Orientation team is mindful that every student experience is unique so we have planned our program to meet students' needs. We believe it is important that all new-to-TRU students be oriented because your new program will require resources, supports and networking opportunities to create a successful transition to TRU.
I may require accessibility related accomodations to ensure that I can fully participate in the activities throughout TRU Orientation.
Please contact us at orientation@tru.ca to discuss potential accomodations. We will work with you and our Accessibility Services team to ensure you have equitable access to the learning and activities.
