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Welcome Week

Welcome to uOttawa, a warm, open-minded community where endless possibilities await and memories are made. Whether you’re new to campus or returning for the fall term, take part in Welcome Week events to start off the academic year on a positive note.

September 4 to 10
Shopping bags
Sep 5

Shopping Trip: Ottawa Train Yards District

Get everything you need to start this new chapter in your life!  

a guy pointing a laser
Sep 6

Laser tag

Gear up, lock-in and tag out! …

uoShow
Sep 10

uoShow

 The highlight of Welcome Week: One night. One event. So many memories.…

Get ready

An overhead view of laptops, phones and tablets on a table.
Student life

Prep your tech: 15 key steps

The quiet days of summer are the best time to prep your tech so that you’re ready for academic action on Day One. If you’re new to uOttawa, you can ta…
Staff working behind the counter at BT Cravings, a popular place for bubble tea on campus.
Student life

Where to eat on campus

Hungry? You don’t have to leave campus to eat the best food around! Discover all the yummy spots to choose from and get insight into the latest food d…
Two students sit under a tree on the Tabaret Lawn.
Student support

13 hidden-gem campus resources

Our campus has some little gems you might miss at first but are worth checking out. We’ve randomly selected 13 among many that you can discover in the…