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Group photo of the mentors

New student welcome chat: One-on-one with your regional mentor

Starting something new comes with lots of questions, and not all of them fit neatly into an email.
Starting something new comes with lots of questions, and not all of them fit neatly into an email.

Sep 1, 2026 to Dec 18, 2026   —  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

French, English

Virtual, In person
career specialist with students

Career Corner Drop-in Session (in-person)

Meet with a one of our Career Specialists to ask questions about career essentials.
Meet with a one of our Career Specialists to ask questions about career essentials.

Sep 15, 2026 to Dec 17, 2026   —  1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

English, French

In person, University Centre (UCU), room 216, Career Corner
Counselling

Career Counsellor Drop-in Session

Meet with a one of our career counsellors for brief, focused support with academic and career decision-making. 
Meet with a one of our career counsellors for brief, focused support with academic and career decision-making. 

Sep 15, 2026 to Dec 17, 2026   —  1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday and Thursday

English, French

In person, University Centre (UCU), room 216, Career Corner
Skyline of Alfama, Portugal

Portuguese Conversation Group

This group is an opportunity to practice Portuguese in a relaxed and interactive environment while discussing different topics related to Brazil and the Portuguese-speaking world. The group is open to students interested in developing their speaking skills and learning more about Portuguese-speaking cultures.
This group is an opportunity to practice Portuguese in a relaxed and interactive environment while discussing different topics related to Brazil and the Portuguese-speaking world. The group is open to students interested in developing their speaking skil...

Sep 22, 2026 to Dec 23, 2026   —  1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday

English, French

In person, Hamelin Hall (MHN), Room 246
coffee

Muggy Mornings

Start your day off right with a free, eco-friendly coffee break! Bring your reusable mug and enjoy complimentary fair-trade coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
Start your day off right with a free, eco-friendly coffee break! Bring your reusable mug and enjoy complimentary fair-trade coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.

Sep 23, 2026 to Dec 9, 2026   —  9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Every Wednesday

English, French

In person, University Centre (UCU), room 205, Wellness Lounge
Students participating in the writing retreat

Writing circles for graduate students

Looking for quiet time, support, and motivation to work on your writing project? Join our Writing circles and connect with fellow grad students.
Looking for quiet time, support, and motivation to work on your writing project? Join our Writing circles and connect with fellow grad students.

Sep 23, 2026 to Dec 2, 2026   —  9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

English, French

In person, Morisset Library, MRT 604
Students playing with a dog

Therapy Dog

Spend some time with our friendly therapy dogs at the Wellness Lounge – it’s a great way to de-stress from your busy student schedule.
Spend some time with our friendly therapy dogs at the Wellness Lounge – it’s a great way to de-stress from your busy student schedule.

Sep 24, 2026 to Oct 8, 2026   —  1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Every Thursday

French, English

In person, University Centre (UCU), room 205, The Wellness Lounge
University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine logo with the words Mini Medical School

Mini Medical School – Fall 2026 series

Mini Medical School is an innovative and entertaining series of lectures on medicine and health that are 'just like going to medical school' (but without the long hours and hard work!).
Mini Medical School is an innovative and entertaining series of lectures on medicine and health that are 'just like going to medical school' (but without the long hours and hard work!).

Sep 24, 2026 to Oct 29, 2026   —  6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Every Thursday

English

In person
Group of friends in Barcelona

Student Exchanges Drop-In Sessions

Do you have questions about student exchanges? We’re here to help!Meet with our Student Exchange Program advisors to get answers to your questions.
Do you have questions about student exchanges? We’re here to help!Meet with our Student Exchange Program advisors to get answers to your questions.

Sep 29, 2026 to Mar 24, 2027   —  10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

English, French

In person

The New French Debate Club

It's new! The Department of French is launching the University of Ottawa French Debate Club. Whether you already have experience or simply want to try it out, the Club will help you develop your argumentation skills, quick thinking, and confidence in public speaking while connecting with other members of the student community. ...
It's new! The Department of French is launching the University of Ottawa French Debate Club. Whether you already have experience or simply want to try it out, the Club will help you develop your argumentation skills, quick thinking, and confidence in pub...

Oct 1, 2026 to Apr 8, 2027   —  2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

French

In person, Learning Crossroads (CRX), Room CRX 230